too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 121

Lila nodded, trusting Ryker's words.

"If you really like it, I can lend it to you for a few days. It's a shame some parts were damaged, though—it can't be repaired domestically," she said sincerely.

He laughed as he returned the camera to her. "What are you talking about? You can't just lend out your wife!"

She was speechless.

"Getting to touch it a couple of times is thrilling enough for me."

She continued to remain silent and massaged her temples. His words were indeed strange.

"I've seen your work. You have real talent, and I'm sure you'll go far one day," Ryker praised without reservation.

Lila blinked, surprised and a little delighted by the compliment from a senior in the field. Before she could thank him, her peripheral vision caught someone standing not far away.

Her movements paused briefly as she looked over.

Leyla's gaze was sharp, but when Lila looked directly at her, her expression didn't change.

Lila frowned slightly and spoke after a moment. "We met two years ago, didn't we?"

One sentence was enough to fluster Leyla, who now seemed even more resentful. "You!"

"That woman probably holds a grudge against you," he remarked after a glance in her direction.

"It's fine," Lila replied calmly, withdrawing her gaze. She didn't believe Leyla would dare cause a real scene in the production crew.

Compared to the trouble Dorian encountered when he first entered the industry, Leyla's antics were insignificant.

Leyla withdrew her venomous glare and turned to leave.

Ryker frowned slightly, reminding Lila, "Stay vigilant," before taking his leave as well.

It was only then that Jamie and Teddy, who had been quietly waiting nearby, spoke up. "Ms. Hart, Mr. Morgan is here to see you."

"Shall we all go grab something to eat?" Lila suggested.