Chapter 139

James pulled a face, finding Noah more annoying by the second. He honestly couldn’t stand the guy. “Mr. Bennett, your hot water’s here.” Maria knocked and walked in, her voice a little hesitant as she studied his expression. James just gave his usual “Mm,” taking a sip while contemplating how to bring up what Noah had done. From the look on her face and the timing, she probably didn’t know yet. “Mr. Bennett…” "You—" They spoke at the same time and fell into awkward silence. James set down his cup. “You go ahead.” “No, you first,” Maria replied quickly. “Kevin Taylor said the shoot starts in two weeks, it’s on location. You knew?” James mainly wanted to ask about the kids—how was she planning to leave them behind? Maria nodded respectfully. “Director Kevin told me. I’m getting things ready in a couple of days.” She’d already made up her mind. After attending Victoria Lee’s wedding, she’d pack her things. The kids would stay with Daniel Lewis and Amanda King. Trusting them wasn’t easy, b