Twinkle (Never Lose Those Magical Moments 🤍)

Chapter 25

"Yes! It's my mistake. I don't want others to know about us. I'm scared of what others will think about our relationship. It doesn't mean I don't love you. Think about me—how much this hurts. I'm in love with you, and I've never had a chance to hold your hand in front of others. Sometimes I need to shout that I love you, but I can't. My family's reputation and my career would be ruined if I told them about us. This time, I really don't need anyone; I need you—only you. Believe me, and give me your hand. I'll clean up all this mess, and we'll be happy in our own world."

"Cut! Shot okay, Freen. We will dub the missed dialogues afterward. Now you can take a rest," the director called out.

"Thanks, sir," Freen replied, relieved, and left the set.

Laura approached Freen as she walked away. "Freen, come with me," she said, leading her to a nearby room and closing the door.

"Did you check social media and the news?" Laura asked, her voice tense.

"What about it?" Freen wiped off her makeup, not yet concerned.

"Someone leaked the photos of you, Becky, and Rhea. There's a rumor going around that you and Becky are dating now." Laura's expression was serious. "You don't need to apologize. I'll take care of it."

"No need, Laura. I want it to spread," Freen replied, her tone unexpectedly resolute.

"But why? It will create problems for your career and Becky's life too."

"I don't have a choice," Freen said firmly.

"What choice? I'm seriously fed up with you, Freen. You're becoming clueless."

"I need to protect Becky from my dad. You don't know him. He will do anything to maintain his reputation. I have no choice; I have to protect her. I can't watch over her 24/7. Now that everyone knows she's my girl, it's not easy for anyone to make a move on her."

"Why do you want to protect her? Who is she to you? Why are you risking your life? Instead of doing all this, you could just tell your dad she's just a neighbor. Why create such big problems?" Laura was frustrated.

"I can't, Laura. My dad knows she's my girlfriend," Freen replied, her voice breaking.

"What? She's your girlfriend? Freen, are you joking?" Laura's eyes widened in disbelief.

"Yes! Becky is my girlfriend. Dad knows about us. That's all I can say. Please help me! I really need to save her."

"And what about Rhea?" Laura pressed.

"I don't know," Freen admitted, her voice cracking. "Please, Laura, don't ask me any more questions. I've already broken completely."

Freen's words hung heavily in the air, and Laura could see the depth of her turmoil.