You and Jacob maintained a harmonious relationship, collaborating on various projects since the early days of your professional journeys, such as in the production of "The Kissing Booth." Despite being young at the time, you often found yourselves in the same social circle, resulting in fortuitous encounters and endless discussions about the plot or moments of frustration during the filming of "Priscilla," when your interactions increased due to the undeniable opportunity that had arisen for you. It was common to get lost in lengthy conversations about the smallest details of the script or to be affected by the tension of the environment.

However, the atmosphere turned heavy when a group of photographers surrounded you during a photo session at the movie premiere. The incessant flashes and constant commotion left you slightly dazed, while voices called your name and intrusive hands harassed you with disrespectful questions about your physical appearance.

The interviewer's acidic voice cut through the air, hurling an insidious question about your relationship with Jacob during the period when he was involved with actress Zendaya, speculating that you were one of the reasons for the breakup. The gentle smile that adorned your face faded instantly, replaced by a sense of vulnerability in front of the cameras awaiting your response.

Before you could articulate a word, comforting arms enveloped your waist, bringing you close to a Jacob whose presence was a welcome refuge in the tumult. A soft laugh escaped your lips, dissipating some of the tension in the air.

"People have a tendency to speculate about what they do not know," declared Jacob firmly, his voice laden with conviction. "My personal life is a private matter, and our relationship is strictly professional. Moonie is a talented actress, and that should be the focus of our conversations here."

With a gentle gesture, he led you away from the voracious lenses of the cameras, his concerned gaze reflecting in the delicate features of your face. "Are you okay?"