Mason sternly reminded Monica that he had emphasized multiple times not to enter his mansion unannounced, reiterating that Alice was still regarded as his girlfriend by both his staff and acquaintances.

The mere mention of Alice sent Monica into a frenzy. She had been seething with resentment since the news of Alice being cast as the lead heroine at Royman Productions reached her ears.

"To hell with your Alice. Do you even know what she's up to behind your back?" Monica snapped.

"Now what?" Mason questioned, discontent evident in his tone.

After enduring a series of tough days, he decided to take a day off for some much-needed solitude. However,...