Chapter 1514

At the Walton residence, Tessa scrolled through the internet and saw the behind-the-scenes photos of Aurora on her way to the show's recording.

The moment she saw them, jealousy twisted in her chest.

After everything she’d done with Aaron, the director still hadn’t stopped Aurora and had chosen to keep her on the show.

Sometimes Tessa seriously wondered if the man had lost his mind.

If she were in his place, she would’ve kicked Aurora out long ago.

Yet somehow, he still wanted her in the lineup.

It was unbelievable, something that defied all logic.

With all the public backlash against Aurora online, how could the director be so stubborn?

Didn’t he worry this would damage the show’s reputation?

Or maybe he had some kind of powerful backing that others couldn’t match. How else could he afford to act so boldly?

Then a thought flashed through Tessa’s mind—Lucas, the mysterious, aloof man.

Was it possible he had already contacted the director and was secretly supporting Aurora from behind the scenes?

That had to be it. She couldn’t think of any other explanation.

If she were the director, she would never have chosen Aurora.

With her reputation in shambles, hiring her was practically inviting trouble.

Anyone with sense would stay far away from that risk.

The director’s decision only made Tessa more certain that Lucas was the one backing her.

Fuming, she called Aaron, but to her shock, he hung up on her immediately.

She froze, staring at her phone in disbelief.

Aaron had always treated her well.

He discussed everything with her, bought her gifts, and indulged her whims.

All these years, aside from Julian, he had been the only man who truly satisfied her.

But ever since she had met Lucas’ uncle, Aaron no longer seemed impressive in her eyes.

Still, she had never considered letting him go.

To Tessa, he was useful; at the very least, he had helped her a great deal.

Even if things hadn’t turned out exactly as she imagined, Aaron had done plenty for her.

He was still one of her sharpest tools, someone she could use as a hidden card or an ally when needed.

But now, the fact that he dared not answer her call caught her completely off guard.

Her face darkened as she dialed again.

Aaron glanced at the screen, a flash of irritation passing through his eyes.

For reasons even he couldn’t explain, he finally answered, though his tone was far from pleasant.

Tessa, being as sensitive as she was, immediately picked up on it.

“Aaron, what’s wrong? Did I do something to upset you lately?”

Her voice was cautious, almost tentative. She knew her wings weren’t strong enough yet, and she understood exactly how men like him behaved.

For now, she had to keep her true intentions hidden and bide her time.

Only when her power grew enough would she finally show her claws.