"Do you trust me?" Lando suddenly asked.
I raised an eyebrow, surprised he would even ask that. "Yes," I said again, firmer this time. "Of course I trust you."
"Then you should believe me when I say you have real potential to become a great actress one day," Lando said gently. "People may have different opinions, but Helcia, I'm very honest when it comes to judging talent. And Marissa also keeps saying you have natural talent."
I went silent for a moment, but my heart was beating so fast it felt like it wanted to jump out of my chest. His words sounded so gentle and sincere, which meant he wasn't joking at all.
"That's why, Helcia," he continued, "I truly believe you don't need help from anyone to pass an audition. Besides, didn't you pass the audition for that other drama even though no one from the Brixton family was connected to it?"
