In a Love Nest with the Aloof CEO

Chapter 397

Kate became alert at this statement. Her eyes darted around the set as she questioned the director, “Mr. Zimmermann. You should thank your lucky stars that Skylar requested for stunt mats. And to think you were throwing a tantrum over that simple request. Without these mats, Skylar would have suffered either physically crippling injuries, or worse, brain damage. Your props crew is truly first-rate for this to even happen. Need I remind you that we’re here to film a show, not to risk our actress’ life?”

Josiah knew he was in the wrong. He explained in a gentler voice than before, “I swear this has never happened. Perhaps we’ve used too many props for this scene. Maybe the usual safety standards have not been met.” Text © owned by NôvelDrama.Org.

Skylar shifted her head from left to right. She let out a sigh of relief after confirming that her neck wasn’t injured. Thank God. At least I don’t have any spinal or severe injuries.

She quickly saw Avery standing in amongst the crowd. Disappointment smeared across Avery’s face as her brows twisted into a miserable frown.

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News about Skylar’s incident spread like wildfire amongst filming crew members. It wasn’t long before every single crew member at the filming site had heard about it. So now, Skylar lay in her motorhome and was slurping on some chicken soup. Kate had someone deliver the soup earlier as comfort food to soothe Skylar’s rattled nerves.

Kate sat opposite Skylar in the motorhome. She cast a worried gaze at Skylar, who seemed unbothered by the whole incident as if it had never happened.

“Let’s get you some protective crystals someday. Literally, how can you be so unlucky? I bet Tobias uses protective charms as décor in his office too. It’s common for most businesses. Maybe you should ask him to acquire something for you.”

Skylar put a spoonful of the soup into her mouth. It was nice and warm until she tasted the yucky parsley.

Seeing that they were finally alone, she disclosed her suspicions to Kate. “I think someone tampered with the harness. It doesn’t make sense that Largo’s functioned normally, but mine loosened. Kate, please look into this for me. The culprit could be anyone around us. I’m sure this won’t be their only attempt to harm me. And like you said, I’m not risking my life just to film a show.”

Yet, Kate dismissed her, “You’re reading too much into the situation. It genuinely seems like an accident to me. Besides, who would do such a spiteful thing to you?”

Skylar was quick to respond. “Avery, duh. There’s no doubt that she would do something like this. When we were younger, she threw herself down a flight of stairs so that she could blame it on me. Why wouldn’t she be behind this? She obviously wants me to suffer.”

Kate still refused to believe her. “She was standing at the sidelines when you fell. Plus, she doesn’t look like the evil scheming sort. I bet you’re jumping to conclusions simply because you don’t like her.”

At that moment, Skylar found a striking resemblance between Kate and Tobias; the two only trusted themselves. They refused to be swayed by the opinions of others when making a judgment.

Skylar couldn’t understand the logic behind their actions. Are all successful businessmen and women so stubborn? Do they all think their judgment is best while everyone else’s is wrong?

Later at the hotel, Skylar had taken a shower and was sitting on the bed. She hesitated on whether she should ask for Tobias’ help. Her hair was still dripping wet when she caved in and video-called Tobias.

Couples normally video-called one another on a whim. It was often relaxed and casual. However, Skylar’s situation was different; she had battled herself mentally before finally pressing on that dreaded video-call button.

Tobias immediately answered. Oddly, Skylar could only hear his voice. His camera seemed to be leaning against the desk, so his face was off-screen.

Pushing away her doubts, Skylar sprawled on the bed and placed the camera up close to her face. She ranted, “I was injured today. I fell from high up and got crushed by the green screen.”

“Is there anything else you need to say? If not, I’m hanging up because I’m busy right now. I’ll call you later.” Tobias’ voice was as swoon-worthy as usual. It could easily beat Largo without question. The only negative was that Tobias’ dismissive tone was enough to ruin one’s mood.

Skylar’s face darkened to a hideous purple as she scowled at him.