Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 372

Beatrice might not be the most gifted actress, but she knew drama off-screen. Hamish was already weary of her antics. So when she complained, he tersely responded, "Mamie's a star with top-tier acting, and she makes mistakes too. Learn from her, instead of playing the victim."

Beatrice was fuming at his words, her expression stormy. Yet Hamish noticed Mamie's deliberate provocations. He sharply told Mamie, "Enough games, Mamie. Focus on the job."

Mamie smirked, "Understood, Hamish."

Beatrice felt a brief relief, thinking Mamie would back off. But she had underestimated Mamie's stubborn streak. A simple slap scene went on for twenty retakes, with Mamie's slap growing harsher each time. Beatrice's face began to swell, and Mamie showed no signs of holding back.

On a break, a distraught Beatrice confronted Mamie, "What did I ever do to you, Mamie, to deserve this?"

Mamie leaned in with a sly smile. "What makes you think you're innocent in my eyes?"

"You may be a star, but that doesn't give you the right to bully others! I could go to the media," Beatrice retorted.

Mamie laughed, "And tell them what? That I'm a bully? That's already my brand. If you try to expose me, you'll look like you're just trying to gain fame through me. Be my guest."

Beatrice's heart sank. Mamie was right. There were celebrities who seemed immune to scandals, with loyal fans defending their every move. Mamie was one such untouchable icon.

Fighting back tears, Beatrice pleaded, "What do you want for this to stop?"

Mamie pondered for a moment. "How about you leave the show? If not, trust me, I can find countless ways to make your life hell."

The weight of the decision pressed on Beatrice. Getting a role in Hamish's project had been a dream come true. As a newcomer, this was her golden ticket, and her peers envied her for it. Walking away would make her the subject of ridicule. But how much more could she endure from Mamie?

Plus, after this show, her value would skyrocket compared to ordinary film school students.