Chapter 180

Before Maria knew it, a whole week had flown by, everything pretty chill. She was counting on her fingers how many days till the wrap-up, super eager to get back home to her two kids. Over the past few days, she’d gotten really close with Grace and Ava Nelson. The three of them hit it off and totally clicked with Ava. One day, Maria just couldn’t hold back and asked Ava, “So, when this gig wraps, where are you heading next? You’re only here part-time, right?” Ava wasn’t really from Kevin Taylor’s regular crew. That’s just how these productions work—directors put together temporary teams, and once filming’s done, everyone goes their separate ways. Very few actually get asked to stay. “I haven’t really decided,” Ava said with a casual shrug. “My mom wants me to go for a government job, but I’m not into that. I’m used to the freedom—don't feel like getting tied down.” “How about moving to North City? I could help you find a position. And if you’re worried about your parents, they can come