Chapter 13 Andres Threatens Her Menu น Kaitlyn put down the ball of yarn in her hands . Some time ago , your student wanted to invite you to make another movie . Werent you quite interested in it ? She adjusted her shawl . Age had been kind to her . Her hair might be flecked with white , but her eyes were bright , gentle , and brimming with kindness and serenity . A touch of heartache and regret hid deep in her eyes . Didnt you say I shouldnt accept it ? Everett teased , raising an eyebrow . Everett thought , Why is she so fickle ? That was because I was afraid you would be too tired , said Kaitlyn . Why arent you afraid of me being tired now ? Everett huffed . His chubby look was comical , not threatening . Dont interrupt . Kaitlyn glared at him . I didnt ask you to accept it now . I just want you to help . Then she giggled , I think you have a say in this . You can recommend Andres for that role . It suits him . Werent you just mad at him ? And now youre helping him ? Youre stubborn but youre soft hearted , right ? Everett happily added another cup of coffee . He knew Kaitlyn very well . I ask you not to interrupt . Kaitlyn glared Keira . You should also arrange for Keira to be cast . d at him again . I am not helping him . I feel sorry for You want Keira to follow your path . She cant be a director yet , but she can be an assistant director . Shes capable . I wouldnt want her position to be too low either . Everett sighed slowly , These two kids … He didnt want to owe anyone a favor , but if Kaitlyn asked him to do so , he had no choice . ** parting , Andres felt even After their last unpleasant more suffocated . After learning he was in a bad mood , Marlee came to keep him company for half a day Seeing the gentle Marlee and recalling the arrogant Keira , he felt even more frustrated . To his surprise , when he went to see Emily the next day , she shut him out . This made him even more annoyed with Keira . The maid didnt even open the door . She just said she would pass on the message . Keira really knew how to make him mad . Andres came for three consecutive The maid relayed Emilys words to him . days , but Emily Emily still didnt see him . Reid said , Alondra is not suitable for this career . Even if she is , Ms. Reid should still step back at this moment . She knows what you and Alondra are up to . Shes not stupid , but the Sunshine Theater isnt her backyard . She cant just plant any flowers she wants . 10.5 % Awpter 1 Andres Threatens het In short , Alondra was useless . And Andres couldnt get Alondra into the Sunshine Theater by pulling strings . This remark was like a slap in the face for Andres . The maid went on , Ms . Reid said she taught Alondra for a year and a half out of respect for Keira . You dont appreciate it and bully an orphan girl . She couldnt bear it and said seek help from Keira , not her . Andres felt humiliated , but the last sentence really set him off . It was indeed because of Keira . you should He wondered , How did Keira make Ms. Reid , who has no connection with her , risk offending me to support her ? really underestimated her . It turns out that Keira has got some tricks up her sleeve ! Andres looked unpleasant . Marlee came with him today . She wore a light blue chiffon dress with bubble lace cuffs . Her slightly curled long hair was loose . Her makeup was subtle , even her lipstick was a soft red . She looked pure and sweet . Looking at Andress angry face , Marlee felt anxious and puzzled . How could this happen ? Seeing her frown with worry , Andres couldnt help but compare her to Keira . He couldnt get the image of her fierce look during their fight that day out of his mind . Andres wondered when it became like this . Did Keira say something to Ms. Reid ? Marlee pretended to look very cautious . She saw Andres suddenly clench his fists and knew she guessed right . However , she was still a little confused , thinking , Since Andres personally came to invite Ms Reid , why did she still support Keira ? What exactly did she do to pull that off ? Andress face turned livid with rage . This matter is a bit tricky . Andres , why not apologize to Keira ? This tension between you isnt a good thing . If it goes on , itll affect your work . Admittedly , she really knew what mattered to Andres . In his mind , Keira was the little cat he had been raising all along , not even a valuable breed . There was no way owners would apologize to their pets . Andres sneered , Apologize ? He thought , Keira must have had it too easy these past few years , and it has made her a bit naive . Does she really think that she can control me with just Ms. Reid ? As Andres was lost in thought , he got a call from Alondra . She was crying , Andres , all my classmates know Ms. Reid doesnt teach me anymore . Theyre all making fun of me . What if I cant get into the Sunshine Theater after graduation ? Youll lose face too . People are already talking about it online . What should I do ? 10.5 % Chapter 13 Andres Threatens Her Andres didnt expect the news to spread so quickly . Meru Did this news spread so quickly ? Is someone deliberately spreading it ? Marlee reminded timely . His face indeed grew colder . He was even more convinced that this was a despicable trick by Keira to force him to compromise . Andres hung up the phone directly and went straight to Keiras place . He knocked on the door for a long time , but still no one answered . This made him even angrier . Emily shut him out , and Keira kept avoiding him , trying to put him in his place . He bombarded several phones , and Keira only answered after a while . to teach Alondra right now , or else … Andres threatened , Let Ms. Reid continue Keira frowned , Or else ? Do you really think I didnt know what you did at Mount Foraker a couple of days ago ? asked Andres . Keira was confused . Since you knew , why did you call me ? Keira , are you really that stubborn ? Let me tell you . If you dont bring back Ms. Reid , there will be no chance between you and me anymore ! Andres threatened , Ive always kept connections for you , but now Ill take them all back . In this circle , youll struggle to get anywhere . Reid doesnt come back , it might affect Alondras future , but with me around , she still has options . But you , Keira ? Without me , Keira ? Without me , what do you have left ? He thought , Does she really think that she can control me with just Ms. Reid ? When I take back all the resources and connections in her hands , Keira will really struggle in the circle , and only then will she realize that she cant live without me . Andres added , Ill give you three days to decide . If not , Ill reveal youre leaving my team . See if anyone still wants to work with you . Also , think about how my fans will react to you . Will you get the criticism you want ? Keira listened to his menacing threats . Even though she had told herself many times that she and him were no longer related , a pang still echoed in her heart . Though she felt quite uncomfortable , she had no urge to cry . Instead , she burst into laughter , Alright then , Ill wait and see . With that , she immediately hung up on Andres . Chapter 14 Does Keira Come to Apolog In "Cross My Heart and Hope to Die" by CrushReel, Zoe Hale takes a daring step by marrying Ashton Cross, a man under suspicion for her sister's mysterious demise. As their relationship evolves, hidden truths unravel, intertwining love and suspense in this captivating romance novel. Exploring the complexities of loyalty and deception, the story delves deep into Zoe's quest for justice while navigating the unexpected twists of her heart. 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