Possessed No More: The True Star Returns to Claim Her Throne-Chapter 125: Returning to Dragonspire

As evening approached, the last team finally made it to the hotel. Ethan Shaw, however, was in a rather pitiful state. He had failed several times while trying to complete the rock-climbing challenge.

If the instructor hadn’t reminded them that teammates could help, he still wouldn’t have been able to make it to the top.

But the two of them had absolutely no chemistry. Miles Ford used too much force, causing Ethan Shaw to get stuck for a moment at the top of the wall. His arm bled quite a bit, but thankfully, it was just a flesh wound and didn’t damage any bones or tendons. It would heal in a few days. Still, the look he gave Miles Ford was quite telling.

All three teams arrived before the designated time, but the first-place finishers were Riley Perry and Victoria Koenig’s team. The director awarded the prize money on the spot. Victoria, who received five hundred thousand, felt a little awkward, feeling like she hadn’t quite earned the prize.

After handing out the prize money, Director Warren ordered a large spread of food to celebrate the end of this episode’s filming.

After the meal, Director Warren had everyone’s phones returned to them. "Next time, we’ll start filming on Wednesday. Each shoot will be three days long, and we’ll have two new guests joining us. You all better prepare yourselves. Don’t let the new guests outshine you."

With that, he turned to the camera. "Alright, that’s all for this installment of our livestream. The edited version will air on Fruit TV this Sunday at 8 PM. We hope you’ll tune in."

The audience in the livestream chat was reluctant to see it end. They couldn’t believe the five-day broadcast was over so quickly. But even if they didn’t want it to, the livestream still ended, and all they could do was wait for the edited version on the weekend.

Back at the hotel, Director Warren said to Riley Perry, "Have your manager contact me."

Riley Perry: "...Alright. Make sure you pay up. Otherwise, I’ll just slack off next episode."

Although the six of them were regular cast members, the show had an elimination system, so contracts were signed one episode at a time. This made it convenient for the celebrities to terminate their contracts if they had other engagements. But if the show became a hit, no one would want to leave.

Director Warren glared at her. "You little brat. Threatening me now that the show’s over? Would I really shortchange you?"

Riley Perry giggled. "I only said that because I know your temperament. You wouldn’t get mad at me for the things I say on the show, so I was just teasing."

Director Warren laughed and cursed good-naturedly. "All you’ve got is that sharp tongue of yours! Remember to tell your manager to find me tomorrow. By the way, go online when you have a moment. All that negative press about you has been completely cleared up."

Riley Perry raised an eyebrow. ’Justin Locke must have made his move.’ The timing wasn’t bad, either. "Got it!"

After giving his instructions, Director Warren left. Riley Perry took out her phone and typed in her name. A ton of search terms popped up: "Riley Perry climbs tree," "Riley Perry Qinggong," "Riley Perry martial arts," "Riley Perry and the monkey," "Riley Perry rides a deer"...

She then opened her Weibo, and below were numerous posts clearing her name, complete with evidence. The company had also issued a statement. Her follower count had shot past ten million.

Tsk tsk. She had gained over three million followers in just five days from a single variety show. ’What a huge haul!’

She closed Weibo and checked WeChat. Rocco had already booked her flight.

Just then, Roxanne Fulton came over and linked arms with her. "Are you staying here tonight, or are you flying straight back to Dragonspire?"

"My assistant booked me a flight for 11:30 tonight, a direct flight to Dragonspire. What about you, Rhonda?"

Roxanne Fulton said cheerfully, "Me too! An 11:30 flight. We must be on the same one. Let’s go together!"

"Me too! My flight is also at 11:30," Ethan Shaw chimed in, moving closer.

"What about Mr. King?"

Best Actor King: "I have another engagement to get to. I’m flying to Riverbend tonight."

"I have an engagement too. I’m heading to Axenberg," Victoria Koenig added.

Roxanne Fulton glanced at Ethan Shaw’s injured arm. "Then it’s just the three of us. Ethan, what about your luggage?"

Ethan Shaw: "My assistant has already gone to pack it."

Riley Perry: "Alright, Rhonda, I’m going to head back to my room to pack. Let’s meet downstairs later."

Miles Ford had already left while the others were talking. As for where he went, no one cared. The guy had been wearing a sour look on his face ever since he found out their team came in last, and even Director Warren couldn’t be bothered with him.

Riley Perry, along with Rocco, Roxanne Fulton, and Ethan Shaw, caught the late-night flight back to Dragonspire. The three actors also made plans to have dinner together sometime.

As soon as she got off the plane, Riley Perry was stopped by Sebastian Sinclair. "Miss Perry, I’m Sebastian Sinclair. The young master is waiting for you."

Riley Perry glanced at the baby-faced man in front of her. ’Sebastian Sinclair... Sounds like a name straight out of a period drama. Awesome!’

Roxanne Fulton, assuming Riley’s boyfriend was in the car, tactfully said her goodbyes. "Riley, my manager is here to pick me up. I’ll get going."

Ethan Shaw: "Rhonda, give me a ride, give me a ride!"

Roxanne Fulton didn’t refuse. "Alright, let’s go together."

After the two of them left, Sebastian Sinclair led Riley Perry to a Bentley. The window rolled down, revealing the man’s perfect side profile. "Get in."

Sebastian Sinclair opened the rear door for Riley Perry, and she hopped in. As for her luggage, with Rocco and Samson Sinclair around, she didn’t need to worry about it.

’Speaking of which, Samson Sinclair has been following me for five days straight during the show. Must have been tough for him.’

"When did you get back?"

Eric Sinclair seemed a bit dazed. The moment Riley Perry got into the car, it filled with her unique scent, which, like her, was captivating.

Seeing that he wasn’t speaking, Riley tapped his arm. "Hey, I’m talking to you. Are you stunned by my beauty?"

Eric Sinclair: "...I was on the flight just before yours."

Riley Perry raised an eyebrow and chuckled. "And you waited here this whole time just for me?"

Eric Sinclair grew a little flustered and turned to the driver. "What are you waiting for? Drive."

His reaction made Riley Perry giggle. "Mr. Sinclair, how have you gotten so cute lately?"

The car quickly pulled away. Embarrassed by her laughter, Eric Sinclair turned to look out the window. A moment later, he felt a flash of irritation. ’This woman clearly doesn’t have *that person* in her heart at all. The differences between us are so obvious, and we’ve met several times, yet she hasn’t noticed a thing.’

He was fuming inside, but for the sake of his goal, he forced his anger down. "We’re going back to my villa tonight. If you’re tired, take a nap. I’ll wake you when we arrive."

Riley Perry leaned lazily against the car door, propping her chin on her hand. "Changing residences again? I miss my little apartment."

Eric Sinclair: "Don’t even think about it. This young master isn’t used to sleeping in such a small place." 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

Riley thought to herself, ’It’s not like I asked you to sleep there.’

After driving for over an hour, the car finally came to a stop.

Riley Perry had her eyes closed, leaning against the car door as if she were asleep.

Eric Sinclair reached out and tapped her arm. "Riley, wake up."

"Hmm?"

"We’re home."

With her eyes still closed, Riley Perry stretched her arms toward Eric Sinclair and whined coquettishly, "Carry me. I don’t want to walk."

Eric Sinclair: ...’When she acts like this, she’s actually kind of cute. Mmm, cuter than when she’s wide awake.’

But then another thought struck him. ’She’s *that person’s* woman. How can I carry her?’

’Right now, I’m just watching over her in his place!’

’How am I supposed to refuse her?’