Once they reached the hallway and the door behind them clicked shut, Elaine quickly pulled away from his grasp.

With a mocking smile, Chandler asked, “Lost interest in me after seeing him?"

Elaine chose not to respond.

With a smirk, Chandler continued, "I brought you here for a reason; not for you to live lavishly. Do you recognize that woman? She's from the prominent Fowler family in Duefron, and she's Mark's former spouse. I overlooked her significance earlier and now she's upset because of you. Let me be clear; don't get on her bad side. If things go south, we'll both pay the price. Not only will your acting career be at risk, but you might also find doors in the industry shutting on you.

Elaine, trying to mask her disappointment, questioned, “So why introduce me to Mr. Evans?"