Francis offered a smile and pivoted toward the door, remaining silent.

Ariana assumed he intended to leave but was shocked when he closed the door instead!

“Leave me alone and get out! Believe me, if call for help, you'll be the one who will feel embarrassed!"

But Francis was unfazed, disregarding her caution. As he was about to lock the door, it was suddenly thrust open by an unknown force. Unable to counter the momentum, Francis found himself pinned behind the door.

Furious, he barked, "Who on earth are you?"

Tyler materialized in the doorway, yanking Francis out.

"Mr. Salazar, what are you doing here?"

Francis’ expression darkened, and he asked Tyler gruffly, "What are you doing here?"

Tyler sneered, positioning himself in front of Ariana.

“That's my question for you.

My agent is changing clothes. What brings you here?"

Caught off guard, Francis stammered, "Well... It's a misunderstanding. I was here for Miss Cicio."

"Miss Cicio isn't here. Please leave." Tyler was firm.

Annoyed but in the wrong, Francis had no choice but to exit begrudgingly.

Once he was gone, Tyler exhaled in relief. Without tuming to face Ariana, he said,

“Ariana, get dressed. I'll keep watch outside, and no one will bother you again. Trust mae

The door closed once more. Though Tyler was standing guard, Ariana didn't feel comfortable lingering in the lounge. She hastily changed and left the room.

Sometime during the ordeal, Selene and Meadow had gathered outside.

Upon seeing Ariana, Meadow immediately apologized, "I'm so sorry, Ms. Edwards. I had no idea Miss Cicio had scheduled a meeting with Mr. Salazar about the script. I shouldn't have brought you here without her permission."

Ariana's mouth fell open in shock.