chapter 6

Chapter: Shadows and Silhouettes

James observed the bustling makeup artists as they meticulously crafted new looks for the CRW members. The backstage area hummed with excitement, and James couldn't help but be intrigued by the transformation taking place. Amidst the flurry of brushes and powders, he noticed a figure moving stealthily through the crowd. This person seemed out of place, weaving between the crew members, their eyes darting around as if searching for someone. James learned that the mysterious individual was named Nethan.

Brushing off the curiosity, James decided to run errands. He stepped out of the chaotic backstage and into the quiet streets. His destination: a small clothing store where he intended to purchase daily necessities. The moment he entered, a dazzling array of fabrics overwhelmed him. The clothes were exquisite, each piece vying for attention. James, no fashion connoisseur, felt lost. He turned to a pretty sales lady for guidance. She smiled, her eyes assessing his taste, and expertly helped him select a wardrobe that reflected both style and practicality. The process took nearly an hour, but James emerged with newfound confidence.

His new attire worked wonders. James checked his status, mentally ticking off the attributes like a character sheet:

Name: James Lee

Age: 18

Strength: 10

Agility: 10

Luck: 46

Charm: 5

IQ: 3

Start Points: 5

Skills: Auto Translation, Cooking Skill, Basic Sword Mastery, Spear Skill, Appraisal

Options: Exchange, Item Box

As he prepared to leave the shop, a tap on his shoulder interrupted his thoughts

Meanwhile, two hours earlier, Daniel, a renowned model and the son of a wealthy businessman, was Nethan's sole client. His arrogance was palpable, and punctuality was not his strong suit. James wondered how such a playboy could be so crucial to Nethan's work.Nethan had urgently called his male lead, Daniel. The photo shoot was in jeopardy. Daniel's tardiness had thrown the entire set into chaos. Female lead Mia and director John huddled together, discussing alternatives. John, known for his precision, fretted over the missing model. The assistant director trembled, fearing John's wrath. But there was more to this situation—Mia's father had requested John's presence. Their friendship