The Years Between Signing and Seeing novel Chapter 530

Looking through the lens, Suzie slowly adjusted the angles and lighting. She found herself quite charmed by Delilah's gentle voice and striking features.

For a moment, the sheer joy of returning to the work she loved washed over her.

After snapping a few frames, it was time for a pose change.

Delilah shifted positions a few times, but none of them looked quite right on camera. Suzie stepped out from behind the lens and walked over to her.

Vintage portraits like this were all about subtle elegance; exposing too much skin ruined the aesthetic. Suzie knelt gracefully, adjusting the slit of Delilah's elegant formal dress to ensure it fell properly, then gently guided her legs into a more natural, relaxed angle.

But as she moved the fabric, she caught a glimpse of dark, mottled bruising creeping up Delilah's thighs.

Suzie froze, immediately standing back up.

Delilah seemed to realize that Suzie had seen the bruises. Instantly, her entire demeanor shifted into rigid, panicked discomfort.

Not wanting to embarrass her further or ruin the mood for the shoot, Suzie smoothly turned back to the camera, offering a casual smile.

"Perfect, Ms. Mercer. Stay exactly like that, don't move. We're almost done."

Leaning into her professionalism, Suzie quickly got back into the zone. The required shots for the day were wrapped up smoothly and efficiently.

Maintaining her warm, approachable demeanor, Suzie smiled at Delilah. "All done for today. Your assistant can help you change and remove your makeup, and you'll be good to go."

Delilah hesitated, then slowly walked over to Suzie. She fidgeted, her voice trembling slightly. "Ms. Sterling... about earlier... could you please keep it a secret?"

Suzie didn't miss a beat. "Keep what a secret?"

Delilah immediately understood what Suzie was doing. A wave of profound gratitude washed over her face, and she murmured a quiet, "Thank you."

Suzie gave her a gentle pat on the back. "Go on. See you at our next scheduled shoot."

"Okay."

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