Chapter 1857
The area was vast, filled with people.
According to the rules, Marlowe couldnt go inside since she wasnt an official applicant.
The employee offered Marlowe an apologetic smile as she asked her to wait outside.
Ill be right here waiting for you, Marlowe said to Milly, giving her an encouraging thumbs-up.
She then found a bench and sat down to wait for Milly.
Minutes trickled by slowly.
At first, she distracted herself by scrolling through her phone, but as the hours stretched, her eyelids grew heavy.
Just as she was on the edge of sleep, sounds at the far end of the hallway caught her attention.
A woman approached, her elegance commanding attention.
Marlowe blinked, sitting up straighter as she recognized Ariana.
She was a bit confused. Wasnt Ariana the one Mitchel Liked? What was Ariana doing here? Marlowe couldnt help but admit Mitchel did have a good taste.
Arianas beauty was captivating.
Ariana approached Marlowe, a kind smile gracing her lips.
Why arent you inside? she asked, her tone warm and curious.
Before Marlowe could muster a reply, Arianas gaze fell on Marlowes empty hands.
Oh, did they run out of application forms? Marlowe opened her mouth, wanting to explain that she wasnt auditioning, just here to support a friend.
But under Arianas gentle gaze, she didnt say anything and found herself nodding instead.
Arianas smile deepened as she reached into her bag and handed Marlowe a blank form.
Here, take this.
Marlowe stared at the form in her hands.
Th-thank you, she stammered.
Good luck, Ariana said, giving her a soft pat on the shoulder before walking toward the audition area.
As soon as Ariana stepped into the audition hall, Randell was at her side, handing over a stack of lists with names of those who had passed the preliminary screening.
Is the audition finished? Ariana asked, glancing at the papers in her hand.
Randell shook his head.
No, there are still about a dozen left to audition.
Arianas gaze drifted to Randells face, noting the tired Lines around his eyes and his dry, cracked lips.
She knew he had been at this for hours without a break.
She said, Randell, youve done enough already.
As your boss, Im insisting that you take a break.
Ill handle the rest. Im fine, Randell replied, his voice hoarse but resolute.
There are only a few more left.
I can manage.
But Arianas expression hardened.
Look at yourself.
I dont want you passing out on my watch.
Go rest.
Thats an order.
Randell held her gaze for a moment.
Then, he gave a resigned nod and left.
Two hours later.