RankNovelChapter 197 Ever since *Innocent* exploded in popularity nationwide, Edith had successfully negotiated comic book rights, ra, and audiobook deals for Citrine, both domestically and overseas.
TV and film rights, however, were a different story-everyone wanted a piece. While Edith still hadn't found the right buyer for the movie rights, she did manage to sell the television adaptation rights a few months ago. She'd met with a film and TV production company that offered a generous sum, and after careful consideration, she closed the deal.
Eclipse Pictures was the leading stuin Havencrest, and it was precisely this reputation that convinced Edith to entrust them with the adaptation.
On Monday, the production team planned to officially kick off filming. Eclipse Pictures invited Citrine to be present on set for the first day.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtEdith happened to have a free day, so she accompanied Citrine to the studio.
She'd already been in touch with the director during pre-production, and once they arrived, Edith made the introductions herself. "Director, this is the author of the -Obsidian." The director looked genuinely surprised when he saw Citrine. "You mean... her?" Edith nodded with a smile. "I know, it's unexpected, isn't it? But it's true." She wasn't at all surprised by his reaction-she'd felt the sway when she first met Citrine.
Today was the official first day of shooting for the *Innocent* series. Citrine took a seat beside the director to watch the leads rehearse their first scene together.
The female lead was Seraphina, a rising star with a devoted fanbase; the male lead was Clarence, an acclaimed actor with an impressive list of awards.
Within the story, Clarence played York, a troubled young man just out of the police academy, while Seraphina portrayed Diana, York's girlfriend.
The show opened with tragedy. York's parents, after running afoul of a crsyndicate, were brutally murdered in their own home. Devastated and consumed by the need for revenge, York resolved to go undercover within the gang. But before he could disappear, he needed to keep Diana safe—which meant breaking up with her, no matter how much it hurt.
The first scene was their painful farewell.
York had just finished his parents' funeral when he received a text from Diana.
He glanced at his phone, hailed a cab, and made his way to the address she'd sent.
"Where have you been these past few days? It's about tyou showed up." The moment she saw him, Diana grabbed his arm and pinched him hard, demanding an answer.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Nowhere," York replied, hands tucked into his pockets, his tone flat. "Just... resting at home." Diana huffed. "This is your last warning, York. If you ignore my calls again, we're done."
Despite her scolding, she slipped her arm through his and brightened. "Con, I found this amazing place for dinner-a great little bistro. Let's go try it together!" She was so caught up in her own excitement, she didn't notice how distracted York seemed. "I can't," York said quietly, meeting her gaze with unusual seriousness.
"What?" Diana blinked, then let out a short, incredulous laugh. She reached up and tugged his ear, mock-angry.
"Oh, I see! Getting bold now, huh? You're actually turningdown-"
Before she could finish, York pulled away from her grasp, putting distance between them. His patience was worn thin, and it showed in his voice. "Diana, do you have any idea how exhausting you are sometimes?" Diana stared at him in disbelief. "You always said you loved how lively I was.
"That was before," York replied coldly. "Look at yourself, Diana. The way you dress, the way you act-it's just not.. it's not what I want anymore. I'm done." Her face went pale, eyes shimmering with tears. "What are you saying?" Seeing her on the verge of tears, York's resolve faltered for just a moment.
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