Trish froze in her seat. Assistant director? So that was what Zinnia was. But as the words settled in, an uneasy feeling prickled at the back of her mind. Zinnia didn't act like just an assistant. She had a presence, a confidence that suggested she belonged at the very top. The mystery surrounding her made Trish's thoughts churn with suspicion.
Why had Zinnia been so secretive? Why hadn't anyone mentioned her before? Trish had always believed in the values of Lopez Digital Studios, the fairness that set the company apart. But lately, everything about Zinnia made her doubt that trust.
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A few days later, Trish found herself in a voice rehearsal meeting for the new movie project. She was part of the cast, so she wasn't surprised to be called in. But as she walked into the room, her attention snagged on Zinnia, who was standing at the front.
