“Ms. Bromley!”

The young actress’s face lit up with relief when she saw Chelsea, as if she had found a way out of hell. Tears welled in her eyes as she stumbled toward Chelsea, almost falling in her haste.

Stuart’s face darkened the moment Chelsea entered with Jesse.

“There’s nothing here that concerns you. Leave,” Chelsea instructed Director Allen, who quickly escorted the young actress out.

Chelsea then walked in with Jesse in tow.

Stuart, clearly annoyed at having his “fun” interrupted, remained seated with his legs crossed, his expression sour. He sat there in his tailored suit, trying to project an air of refinement, though his actions moments ago...