The Day I Kissed An Older Man novel Chapter 2078

"Melody, listen to me. Put all your focus on acting now. Nothing else is worth wasting your energy on. You'll have more confidence in other aspects of your life once you succeed in your career," said Shaun.

However, the producer could not help but contradict Shaun's words. "It's okay. Going through some hardships will make it easier for you to portray some of your characters. Acting skills are crucial, but even more important is the ability to feel—to experience everything happening in your life and in the lives of others. Your acting career will go smoother once you have a niche you're good in."

Melody forced a smile, making her look even more pitiful. "I understand. Thank you, both of you."

…

Meanwhile, in Stella's dressing room trailer.

"Lucas, aren't you busy at work? How come you have time to come to the film set?"

Stella had a perfectly timed smile on her face as she sat beside Lucas. She automatically assumed that Lucas had come here to see her.

"I'm not here to visit you. I have other matters. In fact, I'll be on my way if you have nothing important to tell me."

A hint of embarrassment flashed across Stella's face. "Lucas, you rarely come to the film set. Why are you leaving in such a hurry?"

She thought for a moment and added, "Don't you want to see Melody act? She's quite popular online now, and everyone really likes her. Even the guys in my crew secretly admire her!"

'No wonder she was so indifferent to me. Turns out she had numerous admirers,' thought Lucas.

"It's just acting. I've seen her do it before," responded Lucas in a low voice.

"Melody is your wife. Aren't you curious about the character she's playing? Besides, if you don't take this opportunity to assert your dominance, another young man will steal Melody!" Stella spoke dramatically as if fearing that Lucas would not believe her.

The smile on Melody's face faded slightly. 'That's because a certain someone didn't come here to see me but another woman…'

Regardless, it did not matter much to her anymore.

"Sherman, there's no need to bring me anything. Wow! Coffee from the private dining in the southern part of the city! How did you know it's my favorite?" asked Melody with a smile.

Compared to the forced smile Melody had put on earlier, her new smile carried a more genuine warmth. She truly had not expected Sherman to bring her the coffee she loved so much.

Sherman smiled smugly. "Of course. I'm the great Sherman Parr after all! How could I not find out what you like when I'm coming to visit you on set? So, is this enough proof that I've really put a lot of thought into bringing you this coffee?"

"Yes, yes!" Melody nodded repeatedly. Most coffees on the market were mass-produced popular varieties. They were not bad, but Melody preferred coffee which required a significant amount of time to prepare. Perhaps for them, time itself was an incredibly precious thing. The coffee she loved was not easily available, making Sherman's thoughtful gift even more precious.