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Natalie was now fully sober as she said, “I didn’t drink much. I was just a little tipsy.”

At the same time, she felt a bit of regret. While everyone sang earlier, she belted out off–key and became a microphone hog. It was so embarrassing she felt like she had made a fool of herself abroad.

“Your singing was better than back in college. Have you been practicing secretly?” Skylar asked with a laugh.

Natalie gave her a look of despair. “Let’s just cut off contact.”

The next day, she had no idea how to face Austin and Hank, and she felt she had socially embarrassed herself.

Once in bed, she confessed worriedly, “These past few days, while working with Mr. Powell, I keep feeling like something’s not right.”

“What’s not right?”

“Sometimes, when I see Mr. Powell, I keep recalling that moment when he kissed me. Even though I know it was just him getting into character, I still…”

“Still what?”

”

Natalie bit her lip and said, “I still think Mr. Powell is truly an Oscar–winning actor. His kissing skills are incredible.”

Skylar thought, “Is that the main point?”

Her mouth twitched with amusement. “So his kissing skills have you fixated? Do you want to try again?”

“It’s possible. Mr. Powell’s kissing skills are so impressive that my mind went blank! It turns out I’ve been fixated on his kissing skills and want to try again. I’m obsessed with Mr. Powell’s kissing skills.”

Natalie seemed to have stumbled into a new realization about herself.

Skylar struggled to maintain her composure. “You didn’t consider anything else?”

She wondered if Natalie was only fixated on his kissing skills and not on him as a person. Skylar didn’t ask directly because she was worried about giving Natalie the wrong impression.

After all, given her current state of confusion, whether Natalie liked Austin or could develop feelings for him was uncertain.

“Anything else? I remember I accidentally touched Mr. Powell’s abs that day. You wouldn’t believe how disciplined he is. His diet must be controlled by willpower alone.

“His physique is maintained through hard work. He looks thin in clothes but has well–defined muscles underneath. That’s Mr. Powell–his well–defined physique is incredibly tempting,” Natalie said, nearly drooling as she spoke.

She realized she was now craving Austin’s physique again. These thoughts were only safe to share with Skylar.

Talking about it helped ease the strange feelings she had been experiencing.

Skylar was speechless. “You’ve often mentioned how great Mr. Powell’s physique is.

“That was different before. Back then, I only have videos and photos to look at from a distance. Now, I see him in person every day. I can touch him and even kiss him.

“It’s a feeling that’s hard to put into words.” She felt that her limited vocabulary from school couldn’t quite capture the depth of her experience.

She still felt a flutter of excitement whenever she thought about it..

“Have you ever had any improper thoughts about Mr. Powell? Like, trying to make a move on him?” Skylar asked.

Natalie’s eyes widened, and she shook her head vigorously. “I’ve had some improper thoughts, like wondering what Mr. Powell looks like without clothes. But I wouldn’t dare to make a move on him.

“Besides being my boss, he’s also my idol. I know my own limits well. Even if it weren’t Mr. Powell, I’m not interested in pursuing anyone at the moment. Right now, I’m focused on my career.”

After a big setback with Jeremy, she wasn’t ready to fall for someone again without reservation. The thought of romance and marriage was frightening to her.

“Let’s talk about something else. Aren’t you and Joe supposed to be taking wedding photos in a few days?

Skylar didn’t press further and simply nodded. “We’re scheduled to go for the shoot the day after tomorrow.”

She had the feeling that the plan might still be canceled.

Natalie didn’t catch the underlying meaning in Skylar’s words, feeling a bit tired. She cheerfully nodded and said, “That’s great! With your figure, you’ll look stunning in any wedding dress. Joe won’t be able to take his eyes off you.

“I’m too tired. I need to sleep now,” Natalie said.

Without another word, Natalie closed her eyes and fell asleep quickly, even with the lights still on.

Skylar got up to turn them off.

Austin and Hank were still awake, going over the details of tomorrow’s work schedule.

Both of them were night owls and could stay up all night.

After dunking and singing, neither Austin nor Hank felt the slightest bit sleepy. So they decided to have and of drinks

The rescheduled tomorrow’s daytime activities, but the evening ones can’t be postponed. Check the schedule and see if there’s anything wrong.” Hank said as he handed over the plans.

Austin skimmed through the schedule quickly. “Everything looks fine. We’ll follow this plan.”

There will be an interview after the event. Just speak freely. These small interviews are a piece of cake for you.” Hank was confident in Austin’s abilities.

Of course, Hank had been confident for many years, though he was still uneasy about Austin’s romantic

issues.

“I noticed that Natalie seemed oblivious today. Doesn’t she realize you have feelings for her?” Hank was exasperated with Natalie’s lack of awareness.

Austin’s expression darkened. “She’s just come out of a difficult situation with Jeremy. It’s natural for her to be guarded about relationships right now. Maybe she’ll come to understand it in time.”

“Speaking of Jeremy, I feel like he still hasn’t gotten over Natalie, but he’s hard to read,” Hank said with a frown.

He couldn’t shake the feeling that even if Natalie knew about Austin’s feelings and ended up with him, Jeremy would definitely try to intervene.

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Hank raised an eyebrow. He realized that while he was here fretting about whether Jeremy would take any drastic measures, Austin seemed completely unconcerned.

Hank glanced around the mansion. He thought that this place wasn’t something money could easily buy.

“Austin, after keeping this secret for so many years, just tell me straight out–who exactly are you?”

Austin gave him a cool glance and replied, “I’m your bread and butter.”

Hank muttered a curse under his breath and said, “I’m going to bed.”

The next day, Natalie and Skylar woke up at 11:00 am.

Skylar had a headache.

“Do you have a headache, too? My head hurts so much. I knew I shouldn’t have drunk yesterday. It always gives me a headache, Natalie complained about her health, lamenting that she could eat anything but

shouldn’t drink.

“I have a headache as well. Drink some water, it should help relieve it soon,” Skylar said, handing Natalie a glass of water.

Skylar took a few sips of water slowly, while Natalie also took a few sips of water. After about ten

minutes, both felt some relief from their headaches.

The mansion’s chef had prepared a lavish breakfast with various Floan and Wiscadian cuisines, all beautifully presented and rich in flavor and aroma.

Skylar was quite hungry.

“The pancakes are incredible. I’ve been craving them since the last time I had them. They’re even better than what I had at Jipsburg.” Natalie enthusiastically recommended the pancakes.

Skylar tried one and was indeed impressed. “They’re delicious.”

“We had them make a few more today,” Austin said gently.

Hank had already finished two pancakes and a large bowl of chicken soup. “This is the best. It’s just too far from the set. Otherwise, I’d want to come here every day for a meal.*

“I feel the same way,” Natalie agreed and nodded eagerly.

Just as they were enjoying their conversation, Natalie’s phone rang. She was about to answer it when she saw Jeremy calling.

Her smile quickly faded.

Skylar noticed Natalie’s sudden change in expression.

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