Chapter 73

"You actually watched that old movie? No way!" Lily looked at Liam in disbelief, a rare gleam of surprise and excitement in her eyes. "Not many people realize I played a role in that. I was still on the heavier side back then, and the role was minor." "Doesn't matter how big the part was. That look in your eyes during that one scene-it really stuck with me. I remember thinking, ‘If I ever get the chance, I have to meet this actress.' But... well, things didn't go how I imagined." Liam paused abruptly and feigned a regretful tone. "Sorry." "It's fine," Lily chuckled, waving it off. "I got blacklisted after that anyway, right?" Just then, her phone rang. "Hang on, it's my agent." "Go ahead," Liam said with a smile, ever the gentleman. "The wine needs a bit more time to breathe anyway. Perfect timing." Lily nodded slightly, stepped to the side, and answered. "Hey Sarah, what's going on?" Sarah sounded anxious on the other end. As Lily listened, her expression gradually darkened, and her h