Riley pursed her lips but ignored Charlotte Thompson's inquiry and instead said to the director:
"Director, I suddenly remembered that I have several engagements next month, which seem to clash with the start and filming schedule of the drama. Apologies, director, I'm afraid I can't participate in this TV series."
Although Riley said this, everyone could see she was probably finding an excuse to deliberately leave.
This left some people, who were expecting to watch a good show, suddenly disappointed.
"Miss Riley, this... you didn't mention this to me before, did you?"
The director stood up, somewhat perplexed, and then glanced nervously towards Charlotte Thompson.
However, Riley had already prepared her excuse mentally. She lifted a hand to tuck a loose strand of hair behind her ear and replied somewhat apologetically:
