Her Breakup Fee Paid For My Wedding

Summary

The wrap party was in full swing.

Director Harris cornered me. “How about a turn as a romantic lead in the new series—opposite Gemma?”

I glanced across the room at Gemma Lennox. The woman famous for her million-dollar smile had gone utterly blank. She wouldn’t meet my eyes.

I understood the signal instantly. I gave the director a level look. “No, sir. I’m done with the scene. I’m retiring, heading back home to finally get married. I don’t have the energy for another shoot.”

Gemma's expression, which had just started to ease, suddenly curdled.