Chapter 3
At the sound of Callie’s voice, Cameron instinctively released Yanina’s hand and stepped back. Yanina caught the motion and offered a cold smirk before making her exit.
“Hold on! Are you Ms. Fulbright?” Callie’s voice was a soft drawl, sweet but with an edge.
Yamna didn’t bother to respond, just kept walking
“Wait up!” Callie hurried after her, but she tripped over a corner of the table in her rush and went down hard. Blood gushed from her nose, splattering the floor.
Cameron scooped Callie up, his glare on Yanina sharp. “Are you deal? Couldn’t you stop and listen to her?”
“What’s it to me?” Yanina shot back, noting the worry in Cameron’s eyes. It struck her that he could be this concerned.
“Yanina you! Cameron’s anger flared, but Yanina’s steady, defiant gaze was the same as on their wedding night–cool. captivating. It had thrown him off then, and it did now.
His anger had nowhere to go. He’d thought the divorce would free him from this helplessness, but Yanina still had a hold on his emotions.
Callie’s weak coughs brought Cameron back to reality. He looked down at her, bloodied and pale, worry etching his face. “Let’s get you to the hospital.” he whispered, cradling her like a fragile doll, and hurried out..
As they passed. Callie’s leg hit Yanina, whether on purpose or by accident, hard enough to make her wobble. She caught herself on the table’s edge, but Cameron, focused on Callie, didn’t notice and just rushed by
A bitter smile played on Yanina’s lips as she watched them go. She mused, “What was I expecting? This man hasn’t even given me a wedding. When his ex–wife was bloodied in an accident, he was with another woman. They were divorced. Surely he wouldn’t care about my feelings.
“Yani you okay!” Yetta entered, her gaze flicking from Yanina’s red–rimmed eyes to Cameron’s disappearing figure. She felt a pang of injustice for Yanina.
That Callie Stark looks sickly and plain, Does Cameron have a lousy taste or what? He left you for her. Is he blind?” Yetta vented, her arm around Yanina for support
Tm good, Yanina murmured, her gaze clearing as she raised her head. “You mentioned Goldenlight Entertainment yesterday, right? They want to sign us?”
“Yeah!” Yetta’s eyes sparkled. “And guess what? Shawn Haney, my ultimate crush, works there. If we join, you might work with hum. Imagine. Trould be close to my dream guy!”
Yanina chuckled, shaking her head at Yetta’s starry–eyed daydream. She wasn’t fussed about any crush; she just wanted to put
miles between her and Cameron
Besides Shawn, Goldenlight’s offers are amazing! Yetta continued, enthusiasm bubbling “They’re covering our whole breach fee with Universe Media Plus, they’re throwing in a fat signing bonus on top of our sales income.”
Yanina nodded, acknowledging the terms were sweeter than Universe Medi’s. Curiosity got the better of her. “Did Universe Media try to keep us
Yetta inoried, her eyes rolling dramatically “Keep in They didn’t even blink. Maybe I’ll chat with Mr. Peterson tomorrow. [[ they up their game, we could reconsider
“You’re the manager, so it’s your call. Yanina said, sipping her coffee. She winced slightly, unsure if it was the cold brew or the pang in her heart.
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Yetta grinned. “Right, let’s go for Goldenlight! Yani, I swear, we’ll double our income and dominate the streaming scene!
Yanina stayed quiet, her lips pressed together. Suddenly, her phone buzzed–Cameron’s mom, Sherry Zamora, was calling.
Sherry had never wanted Yanina in the family. She’d envisioned a daughter–in–law from a high–society family, someone to elevate Cameron’s status, not an orphan. But under Carl’s insistence, Sherry had reluctantly accepted the marriage, leading to a distant relationship. They’d kept things polite, each in their own corner.
Three months post–divorce, Yanina wondered why Sherry was calling. ‘Has Cameron not told his family about the split?”
Yanina answered the call. “Mrs, Zamora, what can I do for you?”
Sherry didn’t seem to notice Yanina’s formality. “Tomorrow at six, there’s a charity auction with the Harnetts. We need to attend as family, so you’re coming with me.”
“But…” Yanina started to mention their changed relationship, but Sherry cut her off.
“If you have other plans, reschedule. This event is crucial. I’ll send Bob over with a dress and a makeup artist at five. Be ready”
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