Ava Sterling came out after a shower, feeling completely relaxed and not thinking about anything. She picked up her phone to check the time and saw an unread message. It was from Jace Kingsley. In an instant, Ava Sterling recalled what Jace Kingsley had told her in Milan. She quickly opened the message. SleepyCat: [Ava, I’ve arrived in Aurelia. Let’s talk about the cooperation when you have time.] Ava Sterling raised an eyebrow, a glint flashing in her eyes. Money coming to her doorstep, how could she not be happy? Ava Sterling sat on the bed, hugged her big plush doll, and called Jace Kingsley. At this moment, The Seaspray Grand Hotel. Jace Kingsley was giving instructions to the people waiting there for work, when suddenly, his phone rang. His words halted, and he took out his phone. Seeing the incoming call on the screen, a smile instantly appeared on his face. "Let’s call it a day here." People left, and Jace Kingsley answered the call, turning to look at the thick night outside: "Ava." Ava Sterling listened to the gentle voice on the phone and instantly felt relaxed from head to toe. Lauren Howell said Young Master Kingsley was nice. Comparatively, he was really so much better. Jace Kingsley could tell the person on the phone was in a good mood. He put his hand in his pocket and walked to the balcony, letting the night breeze blow over him: "Yes, just arrived at the hotel." Ava Sterling tugged at the doll’s ear and said, "I have a shoot for the Zizi project tomorrow morning, but I’m free in the afternoon." "Do you have time in the afternoon?" "If so, should we meet and chat in the afternoon?" Jace Kingsley’s gaze shifted slightly, the smile reaching his eyes: "How about having lunch at noon?" "I have no problem with that." Jace Kingsley chuckled lowly: "Then it’s set for noon tomorrow, twelve-thirty." "I’ll contact you in advance then." For original chapters go to novel{f}ire.net "You’re surely tired from just arriving, so I won’t keep you. See you tomorrow!" Ava Sterling happily hung up the phone, rubbing her face against the doll, feeling satisfied. They can all go to hell! The beeping tone came from the phone, and Jace Kingsley put down the phone, noting the time, his eyes gentle. She should go to sleep. The next day, Ava Sterling got up early and even went for a run. She drove out of the villa just as Mrs. Wei was making breakfast. Mrs. Wei remembered what Ava Sterling said last night, so she didn’t talk to her. But she didn’t expect Ava Sterling to leave so early. She instinctively went out to check, but the car had vanished long ago. Mrs. Wei couldn’t help but feel worried. I hope the lady and the sir didn’t argue last night, and now the lady left home in the morning. It’s not unreasonable for Mrs. Wei to think this way; Ava Sterling’s demeanor last night was truly frightening. Steady footsteps sounded from behind, and Mrs. Wei paused, turning around. Poe Vaughn came down from upstairs, dressed in a suit, as impeccably elegant as ever. Mrs. Wei hurriedly approached: "Sir, breakfast will take a moment." Then she was about to head to the kitchen. Poe Vaughn said, "No need." He stepped out of the villa, and shortly after, a Bentley drove out of the ornate gates. Mrs. Wei stood there, watching the departing car, dumbfounded. Why are both leaving this early? Ava Sterling drove directly to the filming site, as this time’s theme for the Zizi project was culture. Therefore, the shoot was set in Vetusta. Hundreds of years ago, Aurelia was the capital of an empire, with many ancient buildings perfect for filming reels in no time. At eight o’clock sharp, Ava Sterling arrived at the location, The Ardor Wall. The staff were already there, setting up the scene, and Lauren was also early, waiting in the parking lot. Ava Sterling drove a pink coupe, quite eye-catching. As soon as she drove over, Lauren spotted her. She hurried out to wave at Ava Sterling. Quickly, Ava Sterling drove in, swiftly and steadily parking in the parking space. Ava Sterling got out of the car, took off her sunglasses, and looked at the setup. Everyone seemed to have just arrived; the setup was still in its early stages. Lauren quickly handed over some rose tea: "Here, have some tea to soothe your throat." Ava Sterling accepted it, opened the lid, and started drinking through the straw. Lauren carefully observed Ava Sterling’s expression, her skin fair, her face normal, with no trace of anger. It seemed like it was truly in the past. "Let’s go, let’s change clothes and do makeup, so you can finish early and rest." This period, Ava Sterling’s work hadn’t been much, and she had rested plenty. Handing the flask back to Lauren, Ava Sterling headed directly towards the makeup tent: "Arrange more work for me." "I’m getting a headache from being idle." She used to not want to be so tired? Lauren hurriedly followed, carefully observing Ava Sterling’s expression, and then she realized that the previously energetic person seemed to be back. Could it be that she was hit at Celestial Holdings, unable to earn a billion, so now she’s trying to earn from other places? Ava Sterling quickly entered the makeup tent to change clothes and do makeup. Lauren stayed by her side, running back and forth, occasionally checking Ava Sterling’s expression. Then she found out, Ava Sterling indeed was not angry but was genuinely filled with fighting spirit. Yes, fighting spirit! As if ready to take down someone. The filming started promptly at ten and concluded perfectly in under two hours. Ava Sterling removed her makeup and changed clothes, grabbing a wet wipe to wipe off sweat. She was dying from the heat. Lauren hurriedly fanned her with a fan, but Ava Sterling, irritated by the heat, found the sound of the fan’s whoosh annoying. Ava Sterling glared at Lauren: "Is it arranged?" Seeing Lauren’s expression, it was clear she had forgotten about it, and Ava Sterling narrowed her eyes dangerously: "Lauren Howell..." Lauren shivered, suddenly recalling something! "Oh, I remembered, last night Eric called to tell me something and asked me to pass it on to you." "But I forgot last night." Ava Sterling frowned, snatching the fan from Lauren’s hand: "What is it?" "A director has taken a liking to you and wants you to be in a movie." Ava Sterling immediately thrust the fan back into Lauren’s arms: "I’m not going." Stepping out of the makeup tent, heading for the car. It’s still more comfortable in the car with the air conditioning on. Lauren clumsily grabbed the fan, hurrying to follow: "I knew you wouldn’t agree, but didn’t you just say to arrange work for you?" "There are actually a lot of offers for variety shows, dramas, and movies inviting you." "But you don’t go, only doing runway shows and magazine shoots." "But as you know, these past two years can’t compare to before. Before, it would have been easy to arrange, but now it’s not as simple as arranging it." "I think you should give it a try." "Eric told me, this director values you highly, specifically asking for you, saying that as long as you agree, everything is negotiable!" Ava Sterling quickly got in the car, and Lauren hastily followed in. The car’s roof rose, blocking out the heat. Ava Sterling started the car, the air conditioning turning on, chilling the interior quickly. Lauren babbled on and then looked at Ava Sterling, her face full of anticipation and longing. Ava Sterling gripped the steering wheel, looked at Lauren, her face expressionless.