The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress novel Chapter 197

Ever since *Innocent* exploded in popularity nationwide, Edith had successfully negotiated comic book rights, radio drama, and audiobook deals for Citrine, both domestically and overseas.

TV and film rights, however, were a different story—everyone wanted a piece. While Edith still hadn't found the right buyer for the movie rights, she did manage to sell the television adaptation rights a few months ago. She'd met with a film and TV production company that offered a generous sum, and after careful consideration, she closed the deal.

Eclipse Pictures was the leading studio in Havencrest, and it was precisely this reputation that convinced Edith to entrust them with the adaptation.

On Monday, the production team planned to officially kick off filming. Eclipse Pictures invited Citrine to be present on set for the first day.

Edith happened to have a free day, so she accompanied Citrine to the studio.

She'd already been in touch with the director during pre-production, and once they arrived, Edith made the introductions herself. "Director, this is the author of the novel—Obsidian."

The director looked genuinely surprised when he saw Citrine. "You mean… her?"

Edith nodded with a smile. "I know, it's unexpected, isn't it? But it's true."

She wasn't at all surprised by his reaction—she'd felt the same way when she first met Citrine.

Today was the official first day of shooting for the *Innocent* series. Citrine took a seat beside the director to watch the leads rehearse their first scene together.

The female lead was Seraphina, a rising star with a devoted fanbase; the male lead was Clarence, an acclaimed actor with an impressive list of awards.

Within the story, Clarence played York, a troubled young man just out of the police academy, while Seraphina portrayed Diana, York's girlfriend.

The show opened with tragedy. York's parents, after running afoul of a crime syndicate, were brutally murdered in their own home. Devastated and consumed by the need for revenge, York resolved to go undercover within the gang. But before he could disappear, he needed to keep Diana safe—which meant breaking up with her, no matter how much it hurt.