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

After Dorian had left for quite some time, Ethan noticed that Lila still looked indifferent. He assumed she hadn't fully moved on from the relationship.

After all, five years of genuine effort wasn't something one could just brush aside.

Concern flicked in his gaze as he hesitated before offering some words of comfort.

"Lila, don't let someone who isn't worth it make you upset."

Lila looked up, her calm demeanor gradually returning. She smiled faintly. "There's no more work for today. Go home early and spend time with your girlfriend. You'll be heading off to that variety show with Jamie and Teddy soon, and you probably won't see her for a week or two."

The change in topic made Ethan scratch his head sheepishly.

"Alright, I'll head out then. You should get some rest, too."

On the 12th floor of Magi Pictures' building, Cedric rubbed his temples in frustration. He had just dealt with Dorian and hadn't even had a chance to sip his coffee before Michael and his agent, Liam Carter arrived.

Cedric massaged his brow. "Why aren't you going over the Rowan script? What are you doing here?"

Michael's expression grew even more aggrieved. "Mr. Jordan, you know how important this role is to me. And yet my agent won't accompany me, nor can I even get an assistant assigned. I'm a top-tier celebrity, and I'm supposed to handle this alone? People will laugh at me if they hear about this!"

Liam, caught between amusement and exasperation, shook his head. "I didn't assign anyone because you've got other projects to juggle. Sure, the Rowan role is promising, but it's not guaranteed. And don't act like you're incapable of doing things on your own-I know you've had no problem jetting off for vacation whenever you had the chance."

"Traveling for fun and going to work are two different things!" Michael protested indignantly. "How do you know my chances aren't great? Have a little faith in me! But that's not even the point-the real issue is that Nexus Entertainment's Dorian Blake also got an audition invite. Whether or not I get the role, I won't stand for him getting it."

"I'm not getting involved in this," Liam muttered, rubbing his forehead. "Mr. Jordan, we're here to ask if you can assign someone to accompany Michael to the audition. If he goes alone, I'm worried he'll cause trouble."

Cedric stroked his chin, thinking. "Let me see if there's someone with a light schedule who can step in temporarily."

"I might have the perfect candidate," came a voice as the office door swung open.noveldrama

The three turned to see Cole entering with a faintly polite smile. He pushed the door wide open, stepping aside to make way for the person behind him.

The man who entered wore a sharp black three-piece suit. His tall, lean frame exuded authority, and his chiseled features carried a habitual aloofness. His mere presence was suffused with an overwhelming sense of command.

The room seemed to grow colder in an instant.

The three of them immediately rose, speaking in unison. "Mr. Morgan."

Michael shot a questioning look at Liam. "Why is Mr. Morgan here?"

Liam returned the look. "How would I know?"

Cedric was speechless. Could I have guessed right? Is the CEO planning to take Magi Pictures more seriously now?

Magi Pictures had always been a peripheral asset for the Morgan Group, and Kieran rarely, if ever, paid it any attention.

Though curious, Cedric didn't dare show any disrespect. "Please have a seat, Mr. Morgan."

Kieran inclined his head slightly, his expression betraying nothing.

Cole stepped forward to explain, "Carry on with your discussion. The CEO is just passing through and wanted to take a look."

The three of them exchanged uneasy glances, none daring to speak.

Kieran glanced up at them, his gaze sweeping across the room. Though seated, his sheer presence made it feel as though he were looking down at them from on high, commanding absolute authority.

The silence grew heavy until Cedric turned to Cole for clarification. "Mr. Mason, you mentioned earlier at

you had someone in mind. Who would that be?"