Someone let out a whistle, another started a round of applause, and others went up to greet them with smiles. They all knew each other.
As a minor artist under Veridian, Stella Lockwood knew that if she saw a senior artist who was also the company heir and didn't go over to talk, it would invite outside speculation. After some thought, she plastered on a bright, captivating smile and walked over. "Byron, it's such a surprise to see you on this show… By the way, didn't your new series just start filming? How do you have the time to join a variety program?"
"I'm here as a last-minute substitute. I had to do Director Wynn a favor."
Seeing her smile was the same as always, Don Joyce felt a great weight lift from his heart.
'She still likes me. I can tell from her eyes—they're filled with adoration. That's right, I'm the most perfect man in her heart.'
All his previous worries vanished into thin air.
