Chapter 61 A Once–in–a–Lifetime Opportunity
“I heard it’s for a new reality show.”
“No way, they’re coming to our class!”
“For real. I heard it straight from the homeroom teacher…”
#Finished
The buzz of scattered chatter filtered into Jean’s ears as she strolled into the classroom, backpack slung casually over one shoulder.
Her sudden appearance made the noisy room fall dead silent.
All heads turned. Every single pair of eyes locked on her.
Jean had been out on medical leave for a few days–long enough that most of her classmates had nearly forgotten she even
existed.
Now that she was back, her quiet reappearance threw everyone off for a beat.
Jean, unfazed, ignored the curious and judging stares. She made her way to her seat without a word.
After setting down her bag, she looked up–and instantly met Asher’s gaze.
The boy was turned slightly in his seat, his dark eyes fixed steadily on her.
For a brief second, Jean thought she saw it–concern.
He was checking on her.
The last time they’d seen each other was at the Vienna Hotel. Not long after that, she’d vanished.
She’d claimed she was out sick, but being gone this long? Asher clearly wasn’t buying the “simple cold” story.
Jean gave him a small smile, curving the corners of her lips softly.
Asher blinked, as if surprised she would smile at him at all. His usually cool and unreadable face flashed with something else -something almost startled.
He quickly looked away, his expression stiff, and turned his body back to face the front.
Jean took her seat.
And right on cue-
“Should’ve just stayed on sick leave. The air’s been so much fresher without someone stinking it up.”
A sneering voice drifted over from behind her.
“Seriously, one look at that face and my day’s ruined.”
“Of all the days to come back, of course it’s today. Bet she heard about the big news and rushed in, hoping to get in on
“Talk about shameless.”
fean tuned it all out. That kind of petty sniping didn’t even register anymore.
What did catch her interest, though, was what they said–this big news they thought she’d returned for.
Chapter 61 A Cnce–in–alfetime Opportunity
“Yeah.” Asher nodded. “Word is. Taylor’s coming
Jean blinked.
Taylor
Finished
She did recognize the name one of the biggest names in reality TV. The guy had created some of the most–watched national shows in the country
But why the hell was he coming to Stellarford Academy
“To do what?” she asked, lowering her voice even more.
“He’s casting for a new show. Asher replied simply “Looking for students around our age. They be bringing in actual high schoolers this time”
Now it made sense.
No wonder the classroom was buzzing louder than a hornet’s nest.
Even after the bell rang, no one had stopped whispering, speculating, gossiping.
This was a rare shot.
These rich kids had money, clout, and access, sure–but Taylor’s shows weren’t something you could just buy your war inc.
Even some of the biggest entertainment families had tried and failed to get their kids
his
programs.
Now, Taylor was coming here to handpick students?
This was a once–in–a–lifetime opportunity.
“I thought I heard someone say he was coming to our class specifically?” Jean asked, raising an eyebrow.
Asher paused for a moment, then gave a small shake of his head. “Not sure. Maybe.”
Right then, a loud voite rang out behind them.
“Where’s Mr. Taylor? Didn’t the teacher say he was coming to our class?”
“Chill out, man. It’s not like he’s flying in on a helicopter”
“I’m not the one freaking out. The one sweating bullets is definitely Lacey.”
At that, several students turned to glance toward the center of the room.
Lacey sat prim and poised in the middle row, glowing from head to toe.
Her cheeks were rosy. Her eyes sparkled. Her lips twitched in an almost involuntary smile. She was clearly having a great day.
“Lacey, if you blow up, don’t forget about us,” someone teased.
“I can’t believe it. Taylor’s coming here for you. You’ve made it.”
Lacey gave a demure little shrug. “I don’t know that he’s here for me…”
But she couldn’t hide it
The glee practically radiated off her. She looked like she was floating
“Come on. The teacher said he’s here to find someone for his new show–and the person he noticed was the female lead
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“Please! If you get in, your whole life changes. You said you wanted to be famous, right? This is your chance.”
“If you pop off, don’t forget to get us some autographs.”
At that moment, the entire class was laser–focused on Lacey.
She’d instantly become the center of attention–the future reality star who might be about to blow up.
“Once you’re a celebrity, we’ll be name–dropping like crazy. Oh yeah, Lacey? She was in my class. Instant clout!”
Lacey basked in it all chin lifted ever so slightly.
Jean leaned back in her seat, brows furrowed.
Finished
So that was what this was about. Taylor, the reality TV giant, was supposedly interested in the Hope Cup performance–and especially, its leading lady.
Fanny she thought, the lead sang with someone else’s voice.
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