Chapter 21

Hailey’s POV

"Wait, you want me to play Lindsay Ford's role?" I blurted out in disbelief.

Miles simply arched an eyebrow, his expression betraying nothing. "Is there an issue? I assumed an actress of your... purported talents would relish such an opportunity."

I opened and closed my mouth, struggling to find the words.

Lindsay's performance in The Boss' Uncanny Girlfriend had been a tour-de-force, rightly earning her the Best Actress award last year.

For Miles to hand me that same pivotal role felt almost sacrilegious.

"N-No, no issue," I managed finally. "It's just... that was such an iconic performance. Huge shoes to fill."

"Then I suggest getting measured," Miles said flatly, thrusting the script into my hands. "This is your chance to prove yourself capable of channeling emotional truth on that level. Do not squander it through insecurity or self-doubt."

His eyes bored into me with an intensity that made me shiver.<