The director astutely caught Winston's implications. His countenance darkened and he responded icily, "Winston, choose your next words wisely!"

“What have I said that's inappropriate? I understand the usual occurrences between a man and a woman in a private room. But, the role rightfully belongs to Flora; you can't simply hand it over to Effie like this!" Winston earnestly voiced his concerns.

“Who told you the role was meant for Flora?" The director was on the verge of laughter.

"Flora is a talented actress and she comes from the Phillips family,"

Winston asserted, applying pressure.

"The Phillips family? Does their influence extend so far that they overlook the Harris family?"

The director sneered after saying these words.

The director thought it was time for this foolish man to confront the reality.

Winston found himself somewhat taken aback. The Harris family? How was this relevant to the Harris family?

Winston's gaze lowered and there was Effie.

A surprising notion crossed his mind...

Could it be...

No, it surely was inconceivable...

In an abrupt turn of events, Winston's complexion grew pallid.

The director retrieved the document, uttering icily, "The daughter of the Harris family didn't resort to such underhanded tactics for the role. How dare the Phillips family exert influence on the production!"

Winston quivered.

It truly was Effie!

A myriad of bewildering thoughts raced through Winston's mind for a fleeting moment.

Why would Central Railway Engineering, unrelated to the Phillips family, approach him?

What prompted the sudden termination of the contract by Central Railway Engineering?

The revelation struck himhe owed his support not to the Phillips family but to the Harris family. Effie was the daughter of the Harris family.

Comprehending his blunder, Winston felt his legs weaken, nearly collapsing to his knees.

He had been utterly obtuse, failing to discern the connection sooner.

"Effie." Distraught, Winston anxiously seized Effie's hand, only to have it promptly rebuffed. He expressed remorse, saying, "I apologize.