Chapter 167

Layla noticed the shift in Samantha's expression and quickly pieced it together. "What's wrong? You've got plans tomorrow?" Samantha nodded. "Yeah. A personal matter." "Is it important?" "Yes. I have to show up." Layla sighed in disappointment. It was such a rare opportunity, yet Samantha couldn't seize it. Samantha lowered her gaze. "Besides, I'm just a regular student. Even if I met Mr. Hodges, I probably wouldn't land the role anyway." Layla countered. "Are you kidding? Your stage performance just went viral! I stumbled across it. What if Mr. Hdoges did too? Maybe he's already looking for someone exactly like you." Samantha was hesitant. "That's unlikely." "It doesn't matter if there's a low possibility; you need to be confident. You're a brilliant actress with knockout looks. The directors should be fighting to cast you. If worse comes to worst, shove your performance reel in his face! Any director with eyes would see your potential." As they stepped out of the restaurant