Chapter 97: When Control Begins to Slip
The shift was no longer invisible.
It was quiet, yes. Subtle enough to pass unnoticed by most people. But for those who paid attention, the air around Scarlett and Julian had changed.
Not colder.
Not warmer.
Just… charged.
And tension like that never stayed hidden for long.
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Scarlett felt it the moment she stepped onto set the next morning.
Not from Julian.
From everyone else.
The glances lingered a second too long. Conversations softened when she passed. Even the crew, who usually moved with sharp efficiency, seemed slightly more aware.
She adjusted her expression, keeping it neutral, composed.
Professional.
But inside, something tightened.
Because attention like this did not come without consequences.
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"You feel it too, right?"
Amanda appeared beside her, voice low.
Scarlett did not look at her. "Feel what?"
Amanda gave her a look. "Do not do that. The energy is different today."
