Chapter 1409

"What's wrong?" Esther asked, looking at Fletcher with confusion. "What's gotten into you? Do you hate me? It seems like you have no trouble kissing other actresses, but you can't with me?" Fletcher was a seasoned actor, far from a beginner, yet he hesitated to kiss Esther. Esther snorted. "If you dislike me that much, we should just tell the director to cut this scene." Fletcher quickly waved his hand. "No, that's not it. I was trying to say—" "Since that's not the issue, let's get this scene right." Esther stood up, grabbed his collar, and pulled him towards the set. "We need to finish this today, like it or not. Come on, I want to finish work." The director mopped his brow as Esther dragged Fletcher over. "Both of you need to look like you're deeply in love," the director instructed, focusing on Esther. "Close your eyes when you kiss. It will help you get into character." Esther nodded half-heartedly. "Sure, got it." Turning to Fletcher, the director said, "And you, try not