Episode # 8
A quiet corner at the photoshoot side.
Addison and Linda sit together, a small table between them. Linda just finished posing.
Addison holds a small bag of takeout food. The photographer and crew are busy in the background.
Addison (FL's sister)
*smiling, handing the bag*
Hey, I got something to eat. You must be exhausted.
Lin/Linda (Marielle's daughter)
*gratefully taking the bag*
Thank you. You're sweet.
Addison (FL's sister)
Are you going to be the face of the new product too? The one coming out next month?
Lin/Linda (Marielle's daughter)
*Pauses to think, then shakes her head*
Nah, I think they want someone more... glamorous. You know how they are. But what about you? Are you?
Addison (FL's sister)
*shakes her head*
Makeup? Nah. I want to focus on clothes, designs...stuff like that.
Lin/Linda (Marielle's daughter)
Do you think your mom will agree to that? I mean, clothes only.
Addison (FL's sister)
*frowning slightly, looking down*
I don't know. Sometimes I feel like our parents care more about business reputation than about what we actually want...or feel.
Lin/Linda (Marielle's daughter)
*quietly*
You think so?
Addison (FL's sister)
*silent for a moment, lost in thought*
I don't know...maybe.
Linda watches her, sensing Addison's struggle but says nothing more.
The sound of punching bags being hit echoes though the room. Felix is focused on his training.
He's sweating, hitting the heavy bag with powerful punches.
The opens quietly, and his old friend Mark, enters. Mark watches for a moment, then steps forward.
Mark (ML's bestie)
*watching Felix for a moment*
You're still hitting like a machine. But, man…are you sure you're doing this?
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
*stops and wipes sweat from his brow*
Yeah, I'm sure. It's not about the punches anymore, Mark. It's about what I can build. You know how the world works. I've been in the fight long enough, but this...this is something different.
Mark (ML's bestie)
*confused*
But the Mafia, Felix. You're not just stepping into the business... you're stepping into their world. You're a target. They don't forget, man.
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
*sighs and looks down, then meet Mark's eyes*
I know. The streets are full of ghosts. They want to control everything–the jewelry business, the underground fights, everything.
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
But I'm done letting them control my life. I've fought my whole life just to survive. Now I'm building something real.
Mark (ML's bestie)
*nods slowly, a little hesitant*
I get that, but... what about your daughter, man? You've got her to think about. You sure you want to put her in danger?
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
*smiles, a quiet confidence in his voice*
Don't worry about her. I've already made sure she's taken care of. She'll be safe, and I'll handle this. I'm not letting them drag me back into their world. I'm in control now.
Mark (ML's bestie)
*shrugs, still unsure*
You were always hard-headed. But if you're sure... I guess I can't stop you.
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
*Turns back to the heavy bag, starts punching again*
No one can stop me. This is my fight now, and it's time I finished it.
Mark (ML's bestie)
*takes a deep breath, then nods*
Alright, Felix. Just... don't lose yourself in it. Whatever happens, remember what you're fighting for.
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
*still focused, his punches growing stronger*
I remember. Always.
Adele walks in, holding her bag with a mix of excitement and nerves. Daisy friendly young woman, approaches her with a bright smile.
Daisy( ML's bestie/ The manger)
*cheerfully*
Hi, I'm Daisy. I'll show you around today.
Adeline/Adele (FL)
*smiling, a bit shy*
I'm Adele.
Daisy( ML's bestie/ The manger)
Nice to me you, Adele.
Daisy( ML's bestie/ The manger)
*pauses, looking at Adele with curiosity*
You know, you look like someone… Iike Adeline. You must be a lookalike. I'm a big fan of hers, even now. It's such a shame what happened to her–people turned their backs when she had all those miscarriages. So unfair.
Adeline/Adele (FL)
*her smile falters briefly, but she quickly recovers*
Yeah... I've heard of her.
Daisy smiles, not oblivious to Adele's discomfort. As they start walking toward the back of the restaurant, Daisy's phone buzzes. she pulls it out and glances at the screen.
Daisy( ML's bestie/ The manger)
📱*sighing as she answers*
Hey, Felix.
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
📱*his voice*
Hey, Daisy.
Daisy( ML's bestie/ The manger)
📱*under her breath, irritated*
What now?
Felix De la Hoyde (ML)
📱I know I've been asking a lot, but can you look after Felicia just for tonight?
Daisy( ML's bestie/ The manger)
📱*after a short paused, sighs*
Okay, Fine. No problem.
Daisy hangs up and turns back to Adele, apologetic.
Daisy( ML's bestie/ The manger)
Sorry about that. let's keep going.
Adeline/Adele (FL)
*nodding, a bit more relaxed*
It's fine.
They continue walking through the restaurant, Adele feeling a little more at ease.
With every step, the weight of the new job and her fresh start begins to feel a bit lighter.
One thing Felix isn't a mafia. He doesn't have any relation with the mafia. I'll tell more about why they are still associated with him.
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Silver Lu
Isn't it supposed to be fl who is saying this
2025-03-31
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