Chapter 262: Chapter 262: The 6th Recording Session

The person next to her jumped in fright and steadied Jeanette Kensington, asking with concern.

Jeanette Kensington forced a smile and waved a hand. “It’s an old problem of mine. Whenever I get too emotional, I find it hard to breathe.”

Her eyes began to search for Jackson Kensington, wanting to leave early.

When she saw Jackson Kensington across from her staring intently at Naomi Kenway, a sudden rage flared in her heart. Her chest began to ache, and a strange sense of panic crept into her soul.

She had monopolized Jackson Kensington’s affection since she was a child. She would tell him he should treat Naomi Kenway equally and be kinder to her, but in reality, she didn’t think that at all. She wished Jackson would continue to despise Naomi.

On the other side, Jackson Kensington still hadn’t snapped out of his daze. Suddenly, he remembered why Naomi Kenway’s dance was so familiar. Rose Kenway had been a renowned talent in college. This was the very dance Rose had choreographed during her university years. It had caused a huge sensation at a talent show back then, making her a goddess in the eyes of countless people.

Forced to think of that name again, Jackson Kensington’s face suddenly paled, and his fingers began to tremble with fear.

He ignored the gasps from those around him, yanked open the door, and ran out as if some life-stealing monster was hot on his heels.

He bent over, gasping for air. The scene before him swayed and blurred, transforming into the blood flowing from the back of Rose Kenway’s neck. A viscous, coppery sea of blood engulfed him.

*

After the performance, Naomi Kenway followed her assistant to the garage to get her car. As it happened, she ran into the father-and-daughter pair of Jackson and Jeanette Kensington again. Neither of them looked well, especially Jackson. His steps were unsteady, as if his very life force had been drained away.

The arrogant self-satisfaction had vanished from Jeanette Kensington’s face. Her expression soured even more when she saw Naomi Kenway, and she pulled Jackson along, trying to hurry past.

Naomi, naturally, wasn’t about to let her get her way. She stuck her right foot out, blocking their path.

“Nicole, what do you think you’re doing!” Jeanette Kensington’s voice was laced with annoyance.

“My, why so hostile? Weren’t you just greeting me when you arrived? I just wanted to say a proper goodbye before leaving. Seeing how pleased with yourself you were earlier, I bet you’re certain the lead role is in the bag for you, right?” Naomi Kenway clapped her hands. “Congrats, then.”

Jackson Kensington looked unwell and didn’t react to anything around them.

A flash of humiliation crossed Jeanette Kensington’s face, and she could no longer contain her anger. “What did you mean by sticking your foot out just now? Don’t think I don’t know you’re up to no good!”

“So what? What are you going to do about it? Go on, call security from my family’s theater.”

“You’ve gone too far!” Jeanette Kensington said. “Don’t think that just because Rhys Quinn danced with you, he’s chosen you to be the lead in his MV!”

“Why so salty? Listening to you, anyone who didn’t know better would think one of the judges danced with you, too.”

Jeanette Kensington was furious at her rival’s passive-aggressive tone. “Don’t get too cocky. It’s not decided who’s getting the lead role in this MV. I’ve won so many international awards and have such a huge fanbase. We’ll just see who Rhys Quinn’s studio chooses!”

The moment the words left her mouth, a voice called out from a short distance away. She turned her head and was ecstatic to see it was Rhys Quinn’s agent, Marcus Maverick. Just as she was about to say something, she watched Marcus walk right past her and head straight for Naomi Kenway.

Marcus Maverick was slightly out of breath. He smiled at Naomi Kenway and said, “There you are, Ms. Kenway. You left so quickly after the show that we couldn’t catch you. I’m glad we found you before you left. Rhys Quinn needs to speak with you. Do you have a moment?”

Naomi Kenway glanced at Jeanette Kensington, whose face had turned green, and decided to add fuel to the fire. “Me? Are you sure you haven’t made a mistake? Ms. Kensington here just told me she has the lead role locked down. Are you sure you’re not looking for the wrong person? Ms. Kensington is right over there.”

Naomi thoughtfully pointed in Jeanette Kensington’s direction.

Marcus Maverick paused, a cold sweat breaking out on his forehead. He realized he had stumbled into some kind of war zone. After weighing his options, he said, “We haven’t made a mistake. The person Rhys Quinn wants to see is indeed you.”

“Really me? Not Ms. Kensington?”

Marcus Maverick nodded. “Yes, you. We’re looking for you.”

Jeanette Kensington gritted her teeth, her vicious, hateful glare looking like it could burn a hole right through Naomi Kenway’s face.

Naomi Kenway covered her mouth and laughed, feigning surprise. “Wow, I can’t believe it’s really me. Ms. Kensington had already proclaimed herself the number one choice for Rhys Quinn’s MV lead, and yet you came for me.”

She waved, giving a slow blink, her beautiful eyes filled with mirth. “Well then, I’ll be on my way, Ms. Kensington.”

Naomi Kenway followed Marcus Maverick away. She didn’t need to look back to imagine the expression on Jeanette Kensington’s face. ’Jeanette is always so hypocritical and sickening. It’s time she got a taste of her own medicine.’

Thinking of the look on Jeanette Kensington’s face, Naomi’s sense of accomplishment grew exponentially, and her steps became lighter.

Marcus Maverick led Naomi Kenway to the second floor. Rhys Quinn was sitting in a vacant office, and a hint of excitement appeared in his eyes when he saw her.

“You’re here? Come in.”

Naomi walked over. “You wanted to see me about something?”

“Yes, there is something…” Rhys Quinn began after a moment of thought. “I really admire your dancing. The dance you just performed, did you choreograph it yourself?”

Naomi said, “No.”

“Then…” Rhys Quinn’s expression grew urgent. “Who did?”

Naomi watched him with a degree of caution. “Why are you asking?”

“Sorry, I don’t mean any harm. I just think…” He paused, then continued, “To be honest, about ten years ago, I received some guidance from a senior in the field. The dance you just performed is identical to one she once danced…”

A trace of bitterness touched Naomi’s features. “That’s a dance my mother taught me. But she passed away in an accident a few years ago. I don’t know if she’s the senior you’re talking about.”

Grief also appeared on Rhys Quinn’s face. His already pale lips lost even more color as he murmured, “How could that be…” He apologized, “I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean to bring up painful memories.”

“It’s okay. I know you didn’t do it on purpose.”

Rhys Quinn’s gaze rested on Naomi’s face again, a touch of emotion in his voice. “You must be that senior’s daughter. You look so much alike, especially the contours of your eyes. That’s why I couldn’t help but stop and watch for a while when I saw you practicing last time…”

Naomi’s suspicion was confirmed. “So it really was you who was coaching me at the company the other day?”

“I wouldn’t call it coaching, but honestly… your performance was astounding,” he said, filled with admiration.

The topic they had just discussed was too heavy, so Rhys Quinn steered the conversation toward lighter subjects.

*

「Three days later.」

Rhys Quinn’s studio officially announced their collaboration with Naomi Kenway, inviting her to be the female lead in his music video.

Rhys Quinn’s popularity was top-tier; his every move was followed by over a hundred million fans. The names “Naomi Kenway” and “Rhys Quinn” instantly shot to the top of the trending charts. Besides that, there was another trending topic near the bottom of the list: Jeanette Kensington, whose social media was usually hyperactive, had gone strangely silent for several days. The rumor was that she had been dealt a heavy blow.

Naomi found the gossip about Jeanette Kensington amusing. She opened Weibo to scroll through the drama before starting to pack her suitcase.

Tomorrow was the filming for the sixth episode of *My Super Mom*.

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