As soon as she got back upstairs, Kennedy told Zoe what she had seen, Zoe knows it’s a just a rehearsal, and she trusts Allan, but not Elisabeta.
Zoe: Unbelievable. Can’t I leave Allan alone for a moment without someone trying to hit on him?

Zoe: I mean, why is everyone after my husband? Aren’t there a lot of other famous actors in Del Sol Valley?

Downstairs, Marin Sherrill has asked Elisabeta to leave her alone with Allan cause she needs to talk to him in private. Elisabeta complies as she figures it’s a great opportunity to tour Allan’s magnificent home.

Director Sherrill: Passionate, young and pretty, and a big fan of yours. But you’re twice her age, you’re married, and, from what I saw, your family didn’t like that scene at all, so I ask you not to abuse your ‘realism’ at least while you’re at your house.
Allan: Okay, my bad. It won’t happen again.
Director Sherrill: Good. Remember your future in these studios depends on your behavior.

Director Sherrill: Young, and pretty, and passionate… and a big fan of yours. But you’re twice her age, you’re married, and, from what I saw, your children didn’t like that scene at all, so I ask you not to abuse your ‘realism’ at least while you’re at your house.
Allan: O-okay, my bad. It won’t happen again.
Director Sherrill: Good. Remember your future in these studios depends on your behavior.

A few minutes later…
Allan: Now, I hope you don’t mind if I ask: ¿is there something between you and Elisabeta?
Director Sherrill: What? No! We’re just good friends, she’s my pupil and protégée, that’s all.

Allan: Sorry, but rumors say otherwise. In fact, I thought the reason you came today was to ‘protect’ her from me.
Marin: That’s the most absurd thing I’ve ever heard. Elisabeta is young yes, but she’s of age, she can take care of her own self.

Director Sherrill: And yes, I like her, but the same reasons apply as with you: she’s younger than me, though I am not married – thankfully.
Allan: Well, I think you two would make a great couple. You can tell Elisabeta admires you.

Director Sherrill: Admiring is not the same as loving. But don’t worry, I’ve made my peace with that. And of course, I’ll try to protect Elisabetha from you as much as possible, for your own good. You don’t want to get in trouble with the academy, or worse, with your beautiful family.]
Allan: True. I have no intention of losing Zoe again.

Director Sherrill: I’m reassured to hear that. Still, I recommend you to be careful, Elisabeta is still a child in so many ways, she could be your daughter for heaven’s sake.
Allan: I know, I know, and don’t worry, I’m not interested in her, except as a friend and professional.
Director Sherrill: Good.

(Note that while the adults talk about serious things, young star Elisabeta has fun in the basement playing blicblock 😄).

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