My old agent.
I stare, confused, because I can’t imagine why he’s calling, but I answer anyway. “Hello?”
“Serena, it’s Norm Fischer.”
“Hi. It’s been a long time.”
“It has. I’m glad you didn’t change your number. Listen, I know you haven’t been involved in the acting world since you had your baby, but something has come up and it could revitalize your career.”
“I’m not really looking to revitalize my career,” I say, although there’s an undeniable spark of excitement bubbling in my chest just hearing his voice. “But I’m certainly listening.”
“They’re bringing back Dusty Peaks—a reboot. They did some test audiences and the overwhelming response was that people want Marissa back. With the original actress.You.”
My traitorous heart skips a beat.
“I…are you sure?”
“Of course, I’m sure. What do you think?”
I don’t know what to say. I never dreamed I’d have a chance to act again but if an opportunity falls into my lap, I can’t walk away without at least listening to the proposal.
“That’s exciting,” I admit. “But it could be complicated for me.”
“Well, the plan right now is to film in L.A. so you’d have to move out there at least temporarily.”
My heart sinks.
There it is—the dealbreaker.
There’s no way I can do that.
I want to talk to West before I make any final decisions and see what he thinks. The opportunity is exciting, but it simply may not be feasible.
“I have to think about it,” I say in a neutral voice. “Can you send me the details?”
“Same email?”
“Yes.”
“I’ll send you the info, and a sample contract—it’s not final—but you’ll get an idea of both the benefits and the money involved.”
“Thank you, Norm. I really appreciate this, even if it doesn’t work out.”
“Think hard, Serena. There’s a lot of buzz about this.”
We talk for a few more minutes, and I’ve just disconnected when Holly’s name flashes on the screen.
Keeping an eye on Joey, I click over and answer. “Hey.”
“Hey.” She sounds like she’s been crying.
“You all right?”
“No. I ended the engagement and moved out.”
“Oh, honey, I’m so sorry.”
“Serena…I have nowhere to go.”