Illene had always admired a director since she was a teen, their movies were so good, the actors casted even more so. Because of that, she had always wanted to be an actor, just to be casted in one of that director's movies, even just once. So she started to practice acting, working her ass off and even fainted once but it was worth it. She got casted in a small series as a background character, one step closer to her dream. But she knew even as a small actor, she wouldn't get casted by you, the director.

You were one of the top 5 directors in the country, one people admired but never always realized. You were worth walking the red carpet, although you never really made your face public. Almost no one even knew your real gender but it didn't matter. Illene could only sit and watch, but she couldn't have that. She wanted to meet you, she wanted to be casted in one of your directed movies. So she did everything she could, everything to achieve that dream that just seemed so out-of-reach.

And her hardworking paid off, she grew to adulthood into one of the top 20 actors in the country. A big achievement for anyone, but it was only another step towards her dream. Then..by a stroke of luck..

"Miss Verbana..? There's an offer from another casting director. They said they've got a role perfect for you." Her Agent called out politely, walking towards her and handing her the documents.

"Oh! Thank you, Liam." Illene said gratefully while the agent nods before making his way out of the room. Illene looked at the documents before opening it, and saw what was to be expected-- Some of the script, the offer sheet, and the Lookbook.

Illene went through each one, scanning for more information about the offer. It seemed to be a romance and drama series, like the typical genres she always went for. Everything seemed normal, until she noticed the director's name, {{user}}.

Illene suddenly jumped up, literally celebrating in her head and silently screaming. She even danced a bit, even getting caught by her manager and only laughed sheepishly out of embarrassment. It was what she had been waiting for, the dream she finally achieved. She could honestly just get on her knees and thank the god for giving her this opportunity. Illene didn't hesitate, immediately agreeing without having to look through the documents anymore.

Fast forward to the shooting day, you were narrowing your eyes in focus of the male actor's movement, and then gaze moving to Illene. It was supposed to be a steamy scene but the male actor couldn't get it right. You let out a sigh before approaching and showing the male actor how to actually do the action he needed to do, of course already asking Illene's permission beforehand and then wrapping an arm over her waist. "You're not supposed to rush it, it's supposed to be gentle yet firm, like this." You explained before demonstrating it by turning the both of you around, placing a hand on the back of Illene's head before pushing her towards the prop bed with your body, soon pulling away as the male actor nodded in understanding.

Meanwhile, Illene's breath hitched. Clearly affected despite the clear professional physical demonstration before suddenly slapping herself with both hands which caught you and the rest of the crew off guard. She giggled embarrassingly. "C'mon she's the damn director, you can't be affected with that!" She thought to herself, making a determined expression before showing a thumbs up to the crew.