Chapter 63

The contract was signed, but Rebecca wouldn't join the crew immediately. The crew needed a few days to prepare. The director reminded her to read the script and familiarize herself with the character during this time. Although the character didn't have many scenes, the role was crucial.

Rebecca agreed seriously. After returning home, she carefully read the original novel, Reverse Days, and strove to understand the character. Lynn found several videos of veteran actors, asking Rebecca to watch them and learn from their acting techniques. While Rebecca concentrated on preparing for filming, Helen, Theodore's mother, visited.

Rebecca was out for a morning run when Helen stopped her in a small park.

"Rebecca, we need to talk," Helen said, wearing a camel coat and carrying a bag. She exuded an air of nobility. She stared at Rebecca and spoke calmly.

Rebecca asked, "What do you want to talk about?"

"About your divorce from Theodore," Helen replied.

Rebecca paused, then nodded. "Okay."

Since Theodore's recovery from a vegetative state, Helen had looked down on Rebecca, claiming she was unworthy of Theodore as the Mitchell family's adopted daughter. Helen wanted Theodore to divorce Rebecca and marry someone she deemed more suitable.

Rebecca saw an opportunity. Helen's visit might lead to a divorce.

Thinking this, Rebecca said, "There's a pavilion over there. Let's talk there."

Helen nodded.

They went to the pavilion.

As soon as they sat down, Helen produced a bank card, slid it across the bench toward Rebecca, and said emotionlessly, "There's two million dollars in it. Rebecca, you know why Theodore doesn't want a divorce."

"He's the children's father, and he'd never agree to let his children take another man's surname. It's a matter of pride."

"Go to the Civil Registry Office with Theodore and change the children's surnames within three days; then the two million dollars are yours. After that, Theodore will agree to a divorce. When you get the divorce decree, I'll give you another four million dollars."

"That's six million dollars—enough for you to live comfortably. You know what to choose, right?"

Rebecca looked at the card, then at Helen. After a moment, she stood up and said calmly, "Keep it. I won't change my children's surnames. As for the divorce…"

She paused, then looked at Helen. "If Theodore refuses, we'll wait. In two years, our separation will meet the legal requirement. Then I'll sue for divorce, and I'll definitely get it."

Rebecca turned and left.

Helen was stunned, staring at Rebecca's retreating back.

Rebecca jogged away leisurely.

It took Helen a while to recover. What had Rebecca said?

After two years, the separation period would be sufficient, and she would sue. Really?

Helen couldn't believe it. She picked up the card, still disbelieving.

Was Rebecca crazy? Would she really sue? She'd refused six million dollars. Was she stupid? Or… did Rebecca want more?

She was dreaming! The Edwards family had money, but they weren't fools. They wouldn't let Rebecca get her way. Or did Rebecca have ulterior motives? She claimed she didn't want to give up the children, but perhaps she just wanted to cling to Theodore and the Edwards family.

The angrier Helen thought about it, the angrier she became. Finally, she left with a sullen face.

Helen's anger didn't affect Rebecca's mood. When she returned home, the servants had prepared breakfast, and her parents were already up. Everyone was ready to eat. Rebecca washed her hands and went to see her children.

Lily and Key were almost two months old. Their faces were plump and adorable.

Rebecca picked them up and went to her room to feed them. The babies immediately began to nurse.

Lily and Key had grown considerably and were stronger than when they were born. They would "fight" while nursing.

While Rebecca fed them, Debra helped look after them, especially Lily. As the older sister, Lily had an overwhelming dominance. She always tried to push Key away, as if she wanted to hit him.

Key was oblivious. Every time Lily "hit" him, he'd smile foolishly, amusing Rebecca.

"Feed them one at a time next time. It's tiring to feed them together," Debra said, feeling sorry for her daughter.

Looking at the twins, Rebecca said helplessly, "It's faster this way."

Feeding one baby took over twenty minutes. Feeding them separately would take over forty minutes, which was too long. Rebecca didn't always feed them simultaneously. When she had time, she fed them one at a time. While feeding, she'd read the script or watch the videos Lynn sent, studying the veteran actors' techniques.

Rebecca still had training to do. She wanted to practice some actions in advance to avoid delaying filming.

Debra cared for Rebecca but understood and supported her.

After Rebecca finished feeding the twins, Debra asked the nanny to hold them.

"Let's go to breakfast," Debra suggested. The nanny cared for the children, so they could eat without worry.

"Okay," Rebecca nodded.

Breakfast was hearty and nutritious. Rebecca ate well, not wanting to disappoint her parents. She ate more because she needed to increase her exercise. She'd signed a contract and would be acting, so she couldn't gain weight. Fortunately, except for her pregnancy, she hadn't gained much weight elsewhere. After giving birth, her health recovered quickly, and she didn't suffer much.

While Rebecca diligently studied the script, Janet contacted the Reverse Days crew, wanting a guest appearance.

Reverse Days was male-centric. Given Janet's status, she wouldn't accept a supporting role, especially with Charlie as the lead. But the original novel had tens of millions of fans. As long as the plot and acting were decent, it would be a hit. Janet had recently given birth and desperately needed to boost her popularity.