They hadn‘t even discussed anything prior to shooting. They had somehow just acted as one in bullying the newcomer, Maria.

Who would have thought that this newbie, who didn't even seem to have much of a fan base yet, nor a portfolio to speak of, would actually turn out to be someone none of them could afford to offend?

“I'LL give Maria a call and offer our apologies," the director muttered bitterly.

The third part of the seventh episode had already been edited and was set to air according to schedule tomorrow, but that was obviously out of the question now.

Without wasting another second, the director took out his phone and dialed Maria's number. The call connected after several beeps.