NovelStartChapter 83 Chapter 83: Meanwhile, the media buzzed with their sensational takes, and Rhett moved forward, his gaze sharpening with a subtle yet undeniable coldness beneath his otherwise composed and warm appearance.
"Ladies and gentlemen, in light of the events that happened today, particularly the false accusations and rumors about Khloe, Evergreen Capital is committed to a full investigation with zero tolerance for wrongdoing. We expect fair reporting from the media. Should anyone continue to spread baseless rumors about her, they will be hearing from our legal team." The reporters couldn't help but shiver as they processed his words. It was crystal clear that Evergreen Capital was standing firmly behind Khloe. Now that Khloe had the full backing of Evergreen Capital's powerful legal team, no one dared to undermine her. The tic scene slowly cto a close.
Once the media cleared out, the film crew got to work. The first scene of the day was a pivotal moment for Khloe's character, Roselyn, who woke up to find herself drowning in despair after narrowly surviving an assassination attempt and being dragged into scandal. She had to find the strength to rebuild her life from scratch.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtUnder normal conditions, the first scene would be straightforward, chosen as a symbol of good luck for the production. If they could get it right without needing retakes, it would set a promising tone for the rest of the shoot. However, Elwood had selected a far more complex and demanding scene, one that required Khloe to portray a harrowing near-death experience. Everyone expected the first day of shooting to be tough.
The scene proved to be an especially challenging one. Khloe had already completed her makeup, and to fully embody her character's profound despair, the prop bathtub was filled with ice-cold water. Despite the sweltering heat of summer, the frigid water made it incredibly uncomfortable for her.
The prop master, visibly anxious, kept apologizing, worried that Khloe might take offense. But Khloe didn't utter a single word of complaint; instead, she reclined in the tub. Slowly, she sank into despair, embracing the role of the forsaken starlet, willing to let herself be consumed rather than confront the harsh realities of the world.
Her pain was intricate, and conveying it demanded restraint without the help of exaggerated gestures. It was a challenge that few could handle with grace. Yet, as Khloe descended into the cold water, she seamlessly becher character, tapping into memories of her own near-death experience.
Six months after she had been sent to jail, there had been an incident where she had been slapped and forcibly held underwater. She had teetered on the edge of unconsciousness, with no one to pull her back, her limbs sinking like lead.
Now, as the scene unfolded on set, the crew observed Khloe's deeply engrossed performance: her eyes clamped shut, her forehead creased as though she was reliving every ounce of that torment. Her lips quivered slightly, as though whispering something, but the water swallowed her voice.
Find magical tales on galnovs.co Beneath the water, the muscles in her face convulsed subtly, each twitch echoing her profound despair. Her nostrils flared as she struggled for air, but there was none. Tears slipped from the corners of her tightly shut eyes, blending into the water around her.
A barely audible whimper escaped her throat, the sound muted and smothered by the weight of the water. Her face, ghostly pale, radiated a sense of finality as though she had genuinely surrendered to despair. The water around her seemed to drink in her anguish, becoming colder and more oppressive.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmFor a moment, the entire set was enveloped in an eerie, breathless silence. All eyes were fixed on Khloe's heartbreaking portrayal, as though they were watching a life slip away before them.
Elwood's eyes grew wide, his jaw dropping in astonishment, before he quickly regained composure and shouted with excitement, "Zoom in! Get a close-up on her!"
Nobody had anticipated such a commanding performance from Khloe, especially as a newcomer. Elwood had initially envisioned an medium shot, intending to use the gentle ripples of the water and Khloe's submerged allure to shape the scene—a smart creative choice. Yet Khloe's gripping performance made all of that superfluous. Her nuanced expressions and delicate movements alone were more than enough to stir the audience
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