Silence fell.

The moment Elara’s hand connected with Miren’s cheek, the crisp smack echoed through the set, bouncing off the wooden panels and the stone-like walls of the corridor.

Every crew member froze mid-movement.

Chris stiffened visibly, while Rina stood with Isabelle’s water flask clutched to her chest in shock.

Even the artificial breeze seemed to still.

For three long seconds, no one breathed.

Then—

“Cut!”

Joe’s voice finally boomed through the ...