Chapter 113: Unravelling Threads

"So, about 'Twinned,'" Daphne began, her voice buzzing with excitement as she unpacked her bag. "Beatrice sent over the official details last night. Apparently, filming starts next month and the fight choreography is going to be intense." Mariana perked up, a flicker of interest replacing the shadows of doubt that had lingered from her conversation with Bradley. "Really? How intense are we talking?" Daphne pulled out a hefty brochure, flipping through the pages. "'Highly demanding' is the phrase they use," she quoted with a grin. "Months of training in Muay Thai and weapons handling. It's no joke." "Months, huh?" Mariana mused, a thrill coursing through her. The prospect of a demanding physical challenge was strangely appealing, a welcome distraction from the puzzle that was Hailey. "Apparently, most of the main cast is already signed on," Daphne continued, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. "Though they haven't officially announced it yet." "Daphne, this is… incredib