too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian)

Lila stared at the name of the third female lead, paused momentarily, and then replied, "It's Jamie Lane."

"Isn't she the one under your management? Vince's sister?" Amelia asked, slightly surprised.

She hesitated for a moment, rarely showing doubt. "You might want to reconsider maybe... not choosing him?"

Lila's grip on the file tightened slightly.

Outside the window, the city's skyscrapers stretched into the distance, heatwaves sweeping across the streets. Trees swayed occasionally, and pedestrians hurried by, seeking any shade to escape the burning sun.

The office was air-conditioned, and she sat with her back to the floor-to-ceiling window. For a brief moment, Amelia couldn't read her expression. After asking her question, she felt an inexplicable sense of nervousness.

Lila gently shook her head. "Since I've promised fairness, I should also be fair to him."

For a moment, Amelia found it hard to describe her feelings. She had expected that answer, but hearing it aloud momentarily stunned her. The person before her was just ordinary, not someone with a prestigious family background like her.noveldrama

No matter how big a mistake she made, her parents would always back her up. That was why she had always done things as she pleased, fearlessly speaking up whenever she saw something wrong.

But Lila? What was she relying on to act this way? She knew the risks but still chose to face them head-on.

Amelia lowered her head, blinking her eyes to suppress the emotions rising inside her. When she looked up again, her expression was as bright and sunny as usual.

"Fine. If anything happens, I'll handle it. Just focus on doing what you need to do."

The two-day break passed in the blink of an eye. The group training took place at the Citrus Media training room, with the male and female leads, Jamie, Teddy, and a few other pre-selected actors, all joining it.

After breakfast, Lila arrived just in time to see Vince drop off Jamie. They both smiled at her with the same gentle expression.

Lila realized that Jamie's soft-spoken, shy nature wasn't entirely due to being in a foreign country without friends.

"Vince, what a coincidence," Lila greeted them first. She noticed Jamie subtly biting her lip and nudging him with her elbow.

It wasn't a coincidence.

Vince insisted on staying and waiting for her, but he seemed unaware of her impatience, smiling kindly. "Please take good care of Jamie during this period."

"She's under my guidance. Taking care of her is my responsibility."

Ethan had sent Teddy, and they all went upstairs together.

"Is there something else?" Lila asked, looking at Vince in confusion.

He smiled. "No, if there are any issues with the funds, just let me know. The company will make the payment."

She nodded. There was an awkward pause between them.

Luckily, Amelia arrived just then. She

was

allonally a bit taller than Lila

and

wearing high heels,

her to reach out and support Lila effortlessly.

"What are you two discussing, Mr. Lane?" She raised an eyebrow. "If there's nothing else, shall we head up?"

He helplessly watched as if she were guarding Lila, as if she was afraid someone might steal her away.

"Alright, we'll talk later," he said, his gaze lingering on Lila.

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Before anyone could reply, Amelia had already side-hugged Lila and started walking away. Without looking back, she said, "See you later, Mr. Lane." Śwnovel

Once they were in the elevator, Amelia leaned in closer to Lila. Upon seeing Amelia's face so up close, she raised an eyebrow. "What's wrong?"

"Don't you think this move looks like I'm about to kiss you?" Amelia flashed a mischievous smile.

Lila was speechless. She didn't know Amelia was into this kind of thing. Amelia's smile grew wider when she saw Lila's unexpected expression.