Reborn as the Sweetheart of a Paranoid Boss-Chapter 458: All My Favorite Looks

He walked up to the bedroom door, trying to open it.

Sterling Norwood just applied a little force, and the bedroom door opened.

He paused for a second, then a smile spread across his face.

She still couldn’t bear him sleeping on the sofa.

After that, Sterling Norwood walked in.

On the bed in the bedroom, Selena Kensington was sleeping soundly under the covers.

Sterling Norwood tiptoed over, gently lifted the covers, and lay down beside her.

Selena Kensington, as if sensing him, snuggled into Sterling Norwood’s arms.

Although her eyes were still closed, she mumbled, "You’re so silly, coming in only now."

The words Selena Kensington said earlier were just words of anger; she really didn’t intend for Sterling Norwood to sleep on the sofa.

She didn’t even lock the door, waiting for Sterling Norwood to come in by himself.

She didn’t expect Sterling Norwood to be so considerate, acknowledging that he had upset her, and stubbornly stayed outside for that long.

Selena Kensington was worried whether he would catch a cold, yet could not lower her pride to go out and find him.

So she stayed in the bedroom, holding her ground.

Sterling Norwood laughed softly as he caressed Selena Kensington’s hair, "It’s my fault, don’t be angry."

His tone was gentle, with a hint of teasing.

Selena Kensington hummed lightly, nestling closer in Sterling Norwood’s embrace.

"Being angry makes you age; I’m not doing that."

The proud, coy words from her mouth made Sterling Norwood’s heart melt completely.

"No matter how you look, you are always the one I love most."

"Be good, sleep now."

Hearing Sterling Norwood’s words, Selena Kensington slightly curled her lips but eventually said nothing, burrowing further into Sterling Norwood’s arms.

Indeed, sleeping in her husband’s arms is the most comforting.

*

In the following days, Sterling Norwood stayed by Selena Kensington’s side on set during filming.

When almost all scenes were completed, the costumes sent by Lynn Rhodes arrived.

Today’s shooting takes place at another site within the film studio.

The same place Selena Kensington had mentioned earlier, the grand palace hall.

Since it was spacious enough, Selena Kensington had the crew set up the equipment aside and directed the two leads to change outfits.

"Have all the props from the props team arrived?"

Selena Kensington asked Lea Dutton beside her.

Lea Dutton nodded slightly, "They’re moving them in from outside now."

"Good."

Then Selena Kensington took Sterling Norwood for a walk up the steps made of marble, with marble columns carved on both sides.

Above the stairs stood the majestic palace, with red walls and green tiles.

Selena Kensington held Sterling Norwood’s hand, walking up step by step.

She asked him as they walked, "How does it feel?"

Sterling Norwood slightly raised his brows.

Selena Kensington continued, "Standing high up makes everything below seem small; I think you might feel the same."

Afterward, they completed the climb.

Selena Kensington turned around to look below.

People and things below seemed tiny in her eyes.

Looking into the distance brings a sense of lofty grandeur as if overseeing everything from above.

Selena Kensington sighed, "No wonder so many people in ancient times fought their whole lives for the Emperor’s throne; this feeling of wielding power from atop is truly mesmerizing."

Sterling Norwood tightened his grip on Selena Kensington’s hand; she turned back to him, puzzled.

"Standing high above for too long leads to solitude."

This was a realization he had when dreaming back to the Ancient Wilds era, seeing the once formidable Divine Quiqui.

On the peaks of the mountains, he alone stood there.

The other great demons and fierce beasts dared not look directly at him, only bowing low, waiting for his summons.

Though strong, he was equally lonely.

Selena Kensington paused, then intertwined her fingers with Sterling Norwood’s.

"Now, you won’t feel lonely."

She said.

Sterling Norwood broke into laughter.

Later, when the props team moved the items inside, Selena Kensington and Old Xu jointly directed them on arranging the props.

Since this scene wasn’t included in the script, many things were tricky to handle.

For instance, Selena Kensington soon had to explain some details to Sloane Hawthorne and Best Actor Vance.

Although it was just a short segment, it contained numerous details.

The props and costumes were crucial components.

"These big drums, place two in the middle of the steps, then two beside the hall, and two below the steps. Hmm... then put this here..."

"Okay, Director Kensington."

"Find some people to decorate these red streamers."

"Alright, I’ll find someone."

"Have all the extras changed costumes?"

Finally, Selena Kensington confirmed with Lea Dutton.

Lea Dutton nodded, "Yes, they have all changed. Just Sloane and Best Actor Vance’s costumes are complicated and need some time."

Selena Kensington nodded slightly, "No worries, they’re not in a rush."

Then Selena Kensington went to rehearsal with Old Xu.

"Later, start filming when Paloma Quinn goes up the steps..."

"Hmm, Paloma Quinn ascends the steps, and the eunuch responsible for reading the Imperial Decree can chant alongside."

Selena Kensington nodded slightly, "Control the timing well; when Paloma Quinn reaches the last step, the decree can conclude."

"The final scene ends with Paloma Quinn turning, Rhys Kidd taking her hand."

We don’t need to film too much afterward, as the two characters’ ending has already been perfectly presented.

The rest is left to the audience’s imagination.

After confirming the scene with Old Xu, Selena Kensington saw Sloane Hawthorne and Harvey Vance walking out in their changed outfits.

Sloane Hawthorne wore a heavy red wedding dress adorned with golden threads depicting lively phoenix motifs.

On her head rested a luxurious and gorgeous phoenix crown; as she moved, the hairpins and phoenix slightly swayed.

The makeup artist also gave Sloane Hawthorne a relatively mature makeup look, vintage-red lipstick for a touch of elegance and sophistication.

A delicate flower was painted between her brows.

Beside her, Harvey Vance wore a black and gold dragon robe, with gold threads outlining a true dragon encircling the entire robe.

It appeared imposing and grand.

Especially since Harvey Vance maintained a great physique, such body-contouring clothes brought out his graceful demeanor yet exuded an imperial majesty when ascending the throne.

Their presence drew the attention and admiration of many crew members.

"My goodness, these outfits are stunning!!!!"

"Lynn Rhodes is the best!!!!"

"I’m so thrilled! Working on this crew is my greatest fortune!"

"I must ask Best Actor Vance for a photo later!"

Old Xu also noticed the commotion around Sloane Hawthorne and Harvey Vance, his eyes glimmering with admiration.

"Lynn Rhodes’s design is absolutely brilliant."

Originally thought Lynn Rhodes’ designs were all about ’new,’ unexpectedly, she could also create such opulent attire, integrating The Empire’s dragon-phoenix culture within.

Selena Kensington smiled, "Indeed."