Chapter 476
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Every room had its bathroom , so they wouldn’t need to worry about finding a toilet .
Lily replied with a gentle smile , “ Aria , we only go to the living room when it’s time to eat . I’ll pop out and get it myself if we need anything . ”
“ Alright , ” Aria said and affectionately ruffled their hair . “ Sorry to keep you cooped up today . But if the crew’s cooking is good , we’ll enjoy something fresh
and new ! ”
Since they were filming at home , cooking was a must – have segment for the show .
“ Okay , ” Lily replied sweetly .
At 9 a.m. sharp , Vanessa led the way , and the “ Cozy Screening Room ” production crew arrived at Mayen Garden . Their first task was to set up the
cameras .
Vanessa burst in with an armful of plushies . “ Aria ! The crew brought gifts for the girls . ”
Aria looked over . Finn Greer , the director , gave her a warm smile and said , “ Sorry to bother you today . ”
“ Not at all . Thank you for the plushies , Mr. Greer , ” Aria replied .
“ I’ll go check on the girls , ” Vanessa said . She had prepared some gifts herself . ‘ I can bring my gifts to them now , ‘ Vanessa thought .
Several staff members began installing cameras . Glancing around , they noticed the painting by the stairs . Someone couldn’t help but ask , “ Is this a painting by Mono Smith ? ”
Aria shook her head . “ No , it’s just a replica . ”
‘ Oh , it’s just a replica ? ‘ The person who asked the question looked surprised .
Finn asked , “ Can we include the painting in the shot ? ”
“ Sure ,” Aria said , “ just make a note that it’s a replica when you film . ”
“ Got it , ” Finn replied .
With Vanessa gone , the atmosphere grew a bit awkward . Finn tried to break the ice , turning to Aria . “ I heard your sister is in her senior year . Will our filming here disturb her exam preparations ? ”
“ She’s already taken the SAT , ” Aria said .
Finn chuckled , “ Oh , right , I almost forgot that today’s the day SAT scores come out , ”
Aria replied , “ Yeah , the scores come out at noon . ”
Unaware of how her sister had performed , Finn decided not to pry and smoothly changed the subject .
After the crew finished setting up the cameras , Finn stood up and said , “ There are five guests , and with you , that makes six . Six camera operators will be here , one for each of you . We’ll wrap up filming as quickly as possible to minimize disruption to your routine .”
“ No worries . Just take it as Vanessa’s place , ” Aria said .
Hearing this from outside the room , Vanessa dashed over and I hugged Aria , nuzzling her affectionately . She cooed , “ Love you , babe . I’m sleeping with you tonight . ”
The crew was dumbfounded , as the sharp – tongued queen instantly transformed into a coquettish sweetheart .
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Finn looked at Vanessa with a complicated expression and said , “ Ms. Ward , could you please handle the reception of the other guests ?
Vanessa said , “ Alright , I’ll go downstairs with you . ”
After they left , Aria received a message from Orlando . [ 19th floor . Russell wants to talk . ]
Aria texted Vanessa and headed to the 19th floor .
It was Orlando who opened the door .
Orlando glanced behind Aria and asked , “ Rachel didn’t come with you ? ”
Aria walked in without waiting for an invitation . “ Her name is Pearl . ”
Orlando asked again , “ Pearl didn’t come with you ? ”
“ You never mentioned bringing her , ” Aria said as she strode over and sat opposite Russell . Noticing the fresh scar on his face , she smirked . “ Seems life’s been treating you well lately , Mr. Nicholson . ”
Russell stared at her , his eyes dark and unreadable . “ You’ve got a variety show to film , so let’s make this quick … ”
Russell paused before asking , “ How did my sister die ? Tell me everything you know , and I might spare your life .”
Aria sneered , “ If I tell you , it’ll look like I’m scared of you . I value my pride more than my life . I’d rather die than lose my pride . So go ahead , Mr. Nicholson . Try to kill me . I’m ready . ”
As Aria rose to leave , Orlando’s expression darkened immediately . “ Don’t think Rachel’s support gives you the right to wash your hands of this , Aria . You’re just as accountable for Sara’s death . ”
Aria stopped in her tracks . “ Wasn’t it you who indirectly delivered Sara to the Solemnity Guild ? ” she retorted . “ Come talk to me about this when you understand what ‘ respect ‘ means . You can’t even handle Olivia . What a pair of losers ! ”
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