Bikeriders Serenade

Unexpected opportunity

About a week later, Lori and Austin were deep into their project together. Austin had always believed in Lori’s talent, and he knew she was perfect for the role they were working on. But then, out of the blue, Lori received a call from her agent that left her feeling conflicted.

### An Unexpected Offer

“Lori, I have an offer for you that seems too good to be true,” her agent said, excitement evident in his voice. “It’s a leading role in a major film, and they want you to audition next week!”

Lori’s heart raced, but a wave of uncertainty washed over her. She loved the project she was working on with Austin, but the opportunity was hard to ignore.

### Seeking Guidance

Feeling overwhelmed, she decided to reach out to someone she trusted—Austin’s agent, Uncle James. He had always been like family, providing guidance and support throughout her career.

Lori picked up her phone and dialed his number.

“Hey, Uncle James, it’s Lori,” she said when he answered. “Could I stop by and talk to you about something? I need professional advice, and I just really need my uncle right now.”

### A Family Connection

“Of course, Lori! Come by anytime. I’ll be here,” James replied warmly.

Lori felt a sense of relief wash over her. She knew she could count on him to help her navigate this decision.

### The Visit

After a short drive, Lori arrived at James’ office. She took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts before stepping inside.

“Hey, sweetheart!” he greeted her with a warm hug. “What’s on your mind?”

### Sharing Her Dilemma

Lori settled into a chair, her heart racing as she explained the situation. “I got this amazing offer, but it conflicts with the project I’m working on with Austin. I don’t want to let him down, but this could be a huge break for me.”

James listened intently, nodding. “It sounds like a big decision. Let’s talk it through.”

### Weighing Options

As they discussed the pros and cons, Lori realized how much the support of her family meant to her. James’ insights helped her see things from different angles, and she felt grateful for his guidance.

### An Unexpected Visitor

As they were deep in conversation, there was a knock on the door.

“Come in,” James called out.

The door swung open, revealing Austin standing in the doorway. He looked slightly taken aback to see Lori there. “Lori, sweetheart, what are you doing here?” he asked, concern etching his features.

### A Family Reunion

“Hi, Daddy! I just needed to talk to Uncle James about something,” Lori replied, her voice a mix of excitement and apprehension.

Austin stepped inside and took a seat next to her. “What’s going on?” he asked, his tone gentle but curious.

### Sharing the News

Lori hesitated for a moment, her heart racing. Finally, she took a deep breath and shared the news about the call from her agent. “I got an offer for a leading role in a major film, but it means I’d have to relocate to Italy for a while. I’ve never been out of the country, at least not by myself.”