Karman Jenner

Part 10

Kylie and I settled onto the plush, oversized couch in her cozy living room after successfully getting Stormi, her precious daughter, to sleep. It had been a taxing day for all of us, especially Kylie, who had to deal with the stress of an injury.

Gently breaking the silence, I turned to Kylie, my concern evident in my voice. "Are you okay?" I inquired, my gaze locked onto her tired eyes.

Kylie sighed, her shoulders relaxing as she leaned into the couch cushions. "Yes, just a very stressful day," she admitted, exhaustion tainting her voice.

I offered her a reassuring smile. "I know, but she's going to be okay. It's just a sprain. You need to get some rest too."

Kylie nodded, a faint smile forming on her lips. "Yeah, okay. Goodnight, love you."

"Love you too," I replied, my heart warming at the affectionate exchange. Kylie turned around and closed her eyes, finally surrendering to the embrace of sleep.

Several hours later, I was roused from slumber by a pressing need to visit the bathroom. As I tiptoed out into the dimly lit hallway, I was surprised to find Stormi awake and gazing up at me with those big, curious eyes.

I whispered softly, "What are you doing awake, sweetheart?" A tender smile graced my lips.

Stormi, with all the innocence of a child, responded, "I heard you walking."

"Sorry, baby," I apologized, "I'll be quiet." I returned to the couch, determined to keep her company.

Stormi's voice broke the stillness of the room again. "Karmi," she said, her voice soft and filled with trust.

I looked over at her. "Yes, Stormi?"

"Can you come lay here with me?" she asked, her eyes wide and pleading.

A warm feeling swelled in my chest as I agreed, "Of course, sweetie." I moved over to her tiny bed, slipped under the covers, and wrapped my arms around her. She snuggled into my embrace, and I began gently stroking her soft hair.

In the hushed stillness of the night, she whispered, "I love you, Auntie Karmi," her voice filled with affection and trust.

My heart melted at her words, and I whispered back, "I love you too, Stormi." In that moment, as I held my niece close, I felt an overwhelming sense of love and connection that made everything else fade into the background.
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Time-skip
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My first day of filming dawned with an early 4:30 AM wake-up call, a prelude to the exhilarating day ahead. Despite the early hour, my excitement for the project kept me wide awake. I quickly devoured a hearty breakfast to fuel my day, opting for a simple pair of sweatpants and a cozy top, knowing that the real transformation was reserved for the set.

Stepping out into the predawn darkness, I made my way to my matte black Range Rover, its sleek exterior exuding an air of sophistication that always boosted my confidence. As I settled into the plush leather seats, the anticipation of the day ahead coursed through me. This project was a dream come true, and I was eager to dive headfirst into it.

Arriving at the filming location, the clock read 5:30 AM, a testament to my punctuality. The crew was already buzzing with energy, the makeup and hair artists ready to work their magic. I made my way to the chair, and with the skill of the makeup artist's deft hands and the hair stylist's meticulous touch, my transformation into the character was underway.

Once the final touches were in place, I had the pleasure of collaborating with Sarah, the wardrobe stylist who had a collection of outfits prepared for my character, Ruby. She presented me with a few options, each one exuding the elegance and grace befitting a princess. However, one dress stood out among the rest.