Chapter 56: First Day On Set (2)
Relationships like this weren’t exactly uncommon in the industry, but still ... Seeing Charlotte, someone who had been through so much, look genuinely happy warmed their hearts.
She deserved this. After everything, she deserved someone who treated her like she was precious.
"Would you like us to keep the flowers somewhere safe for you, Charlotte?" Noella asked gently. "We can take care of them while you’re filming."
Charlotte lifted her head, her smile softening with gratitude. "That would be wonderful. Thank you."
With her makeup done and her costume on, she was finally ready for her first scene.
Thankfully, they weren’t jumping straight into the heavier parts of the story just yet. No violent outbursts, no heart-wrenching breakdowns. Today’s scenes were about Lena’s daily struggles—exhaustion, frustration, survival.
Her first take was with Lily.
Lena arrived at the daycare, gently guiding her sleepy daughter, Olivia, inside. Before she could even catch her breath, the daycare owner pulled her aside, scolding her for always picking Olivia up late.
Charlotte, fully immersed in character, could only bow her head apologetically.
Lena wasn’t a neglectful mother. She loved Olivia more than anything. But love didn’t pay the bills.
Love didn’t stop her from working three jobs just to keep food on the table.