Wife by Day, Boss by Night

Chapter 166

As Natalie sat down, a quiet conversation buzzed around her.

Brian, a sensation in the business world known for his dashing looks and cutthroat business acumen,

was a name on everyone’s lips, from Hollywood insiders to international starlets dreaming of capturing

the heart of a man like him.

“Do they know each other?”

“He’s never helped a lady with her dress before.”

Whispers swirled incessantly by Natalie’s ears.

She sat in silence for a while before restlessness took hold. Turning to the director beside her. she

murmured, “I’m feeling off. May I step out early?”

The director gave a nod without a word, signaling his consent.

Seizing the moment as the audience was distracted by a closing act and the VIP area dimmed, Natalie

slipped away through a side exit.

Glancing toward Natalie’s retreat, Brian was about to stand when Gracia suddenly latched onto his

arm.

“Brian, some local paparazzi have asked me for an interview. Why don’t you join me later?” she asked

tentatively.

His silent glance slid to the hand Gracia had placed on his arm, it was enough to make her shudder

and retract her touch swiftly.

Without a word, Brian rose and strode toward the side door. But by the time he stepped out, Natalie

had vanished into the night.

Once back in the dressing room, Natalie traded her costume for her simple jeans and tee, scrubbing

away any remaining traces of makeup. As she emerged, the award ceremony had ended, and

journalists were bustling about, seeking interviews.

Disguised by a baseball cap, she passed unnoticed among the crowd, mistaken for a crew member.

Nearing the buffet area’s lounge, away from prying eyes, Natalie finally exhaled in relief.

While she was heading for the elevator, a familiar voice caught her attention. “I’m no industry insider, so

I’d rather not comment on domestic films.”

“Do you think Ms. Wright’s award tonight is well–deserved?” probed the reporter cautiously.

Brian paused for a few seconds before replying indifferently.

The reporters were fishing for a scoop, hoping to stir up a scandal behind Brian’s back, yet his

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careful words left them nothing.

“Well, that’ll be all for you, thank you. Ms. Wright, if you could take a seat,” the reporter said, wrapping

up the interview with Brian, sweating from the tension.

Sitting nearby, Gracia seemed distracted, her gaze fixed on something in the distance.

“Ms. Wright?” the reporter prompted again.

Brian glanced at her, then followed her gaze to where she had been looking moments before.

As Natalie inquired about an alternate elevator, she heard her name. “Natalie.”

Startled, she turned to see who it was.

A surge of joy filled her heart, and she quickly approached him, whispering, “What brings you here?”Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.