That feeling when everyone else knows but you're the one kept in the dark is honestly quite unpleasant.
Besides, Bella Acker really wants to be independent, wants to prove herself with her own capabilities, rather than continue relying on others.
Director Ford took a puff from the butt of a cigarette before tossing it to the ground, stamping it out with his foot, and continued, "What you should be doing now is interpreting the role of Hera well, instead of being hung up on why you got the role. If this role wasn't won through your own efforts, would you not want to perform it?"
"No." Bella Acker shook her head resolutely. She liked acting and worked hard to study acting techniques, and certainly wouldn't easily give up on a hard-won opportunity.
"Then why did you come to me?" Director Ford looked at her.
Bella Acker didn't flinch, and spoke plainly, "I just wanted to know the answer."
