By noon, Sabrina arrived at Star Entertainment like she was instructed when they called. And the moment she stepped through the doors, Victoria was already crossing the room toward her, smiling wide and genuine.
"Congratulations," Victoria said, extending a hand and a file, "Mary couldn't have suited anyone else."
Sabrina was taken aback, certain for a second she'd misheard. "I'm sorry?"
"You heard me correctly." Victoria's grip was firm, warm. "The lead character is yours, Ms. Smith."
Sabrina was gagged, "I... received an email saying I wasn't selected."
"It was false." Director James walked in carrying a bottle of wine, his usually stern face softened by satisfaction.
"There was a leak. The email wasn't sent by us."
He looked directly at Sabrina. "The decision was unanimous. You
