Kiss My Revenge The Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 18

Arabella's audition had finally wrapped up, but the reaction was far from what she'd anticipated. Instead of the roaring applause she expected, the room was filled with a few scattered claps that quickly faded into awkward silence.

The director’s expression was less than pleased, which didn't go unnoticed by the likes of Miranda and Theo.

Miranda had only caught a glimpse of Arabella’s performance. Arabella was supposed to be playing a no-nonsense doctor, yet she appeared in full glam makeup with a lab coat tailored to emphasize her figure. Her appearance screamed "I'm gorgeous". It was more like watching cosplay of an adult film actress rather than a professional doctor.

The director, visibly annoyed, commented, “Too many unnecessary gestures, and honestly, would a real doctor wear some specially tailored coat? Do you think the audience is blind?”

Arabella flushed red at the critique, though her eyes flashed with defiance. Her assistant quickly leaned in, whispering, “Director, Ms. Hawk is from the investors. Both the Hawke family and the Blackwell family are backing this project.”

The director's expression soured further, but the assistant turned to Arabella with a smile. “Ms. Hawk, why don’t you take a break? We’ll call you when we’re ready.”

Arabella nodded, confident that the role was hers and in no rush. As she turned, she spotted Miranda and Theo together. Her expression shifted, and she promptly approached them.

“Theo, what happened to your face?” she asked, surprised.

Theo shot a cold glance at Miranda. Arabella looked incredulous. “Are you insane?”

Miranda simply smiled and said, “Mr. Blackwell tried to get handsy, and I just defended myself.”

Theo’s face looked livid. “What nonsense are you spouting?!”

Miranda raised her hand, feigning innocence, and softened her voice deliberately. “See, Mr. Blackwell just left a mark on my hand. Everyone here saw it.”

As Theo struggled to his feet, ready to retaliate, his original sinister expression changed upon recognizing Elian. “Mr. Ashcroft?” he said, bewildered.

Elian calmly adjusted his sleeve. “I just witnessed Theo harassing this lady with my own eyes. My sense of justice got the better of me.”

Everyone was speechless, including Miranda.

“I’m just someone with a strong sense of justice,” he added, turning to Miranda with a slight, mischievous smile.

Those in the know recognized Elian and couldn’t help but twitch their lips. Did he really believe what he was saying?

Elian was known as a formidable figure in elite circles, and no one would dare punch Theo like he did. Oh, and also this lady.