Chapter 73. Changed

Reese

As soon as my alarm rang, I slammed my hand to turn it off and got up immediately. Well, I had to be. Days when I could linger in bed past the alarm were scarce, perhaps a full eight hours of sleep was a luxury. Since the beginning of my modeling career two months ago, I’ve been averaging about four hours of sleep, or five on a particularly good night.

“Come on, Riley! The hair and makeup team will be here at six in the morning!” exclaimed my personal assistant, Grace, as she pushed the door open and peeked into my room at Flora’s house.

Yes, you heard it right. I moved into Flora’s house and left Liza’s apartment after securing a modeling contract. I’ve also cut my connection with Liza, switching to the latest phone brand and changing my number. I no longer wish to maintain connections with people from my past. Flora has given me the name Riley. Although I was unaware of her reasons, it suited me well, as I was also seeking to avoid people from my pas