After scolding the staff, the manager turned to placate Giada. "Giada, you're already here. You'd be at a loss if you don't go through with the shooting. It's only a few days; let's do it. I'll have a word with the production team; they'll treat you extra well. Okay?"As Derek, Henry, and others returned from their task, they were met with the sight of Giada's manager, Natalie Quinn, begging her like a doting grandmother to stay and participate in the show.Giada was not moved. "I don't want to do it anymore, don't you understand?" she vented. 'During the planning of this show, they buttered me up, saying I was the biggest draw, the centerpiece of the program. I reluctantly agreed to be part of this. And now? They have brought this stunning woman on set. What's this supposed to mean? Did they bring me here to be outshined?'Natalie was left exasperated, lowering her voice. "Sweetheart, we signed a contract with them when you agreed. If we pull out now, we'll have to pay a penalty."
Rising to her feet in a huff, Giada pointed an accusatory finger at Lauren. "Are you badmouthing me?"Lauren's eyes widened, a look of total disbelief painting her face. 'She heard me? From that distance and with such a low volume, could she have superhuman hearing?' Confronted with Giada's wrath, Lauren cowered. After all, Giada had a tycoon boyfriend to back her up while Lauren had nothing. She instantly backed down. "I-I didn't say anything bad about you."At this, Giada scoffed, "No? Then why were you two whispering right after I mentioned I wouldn't partake in the show?""W-Who was whispering?" Lauren, who was not particularly adept at lying and had indeed been speaking ill of Giada, had intended her comments as a simple vent. But she was now caught red-handed. Flushing, she scrambled for a response."Oh, no whispering? So, you're denying it, huh? Camera, where is it? It's been rolling, right? Rewind it. Let's see if you were whispering about me," Giada barked at the cameraman
'W-Why should we?' Natalie failed to grasp the director's meaning, her mind whirling. 'Shouldn't he have agreed immediately? Sure, the actress is striking, but I have never laid eyes on her before. With her looks, if I had met her, I would never have forgotten. The fact that I have no memory of her can only mean one thing—she's a newcomer. No matter how pretty she is, a newcomer is just that, a newcomer with no significant fan base. Even if she gains popularity later on, it will still take at least a year or two. Surely, the director understands that knowing the current trend is the mark of a wise person.' With these thoughts in mind, Natalie cleared her throat and began. "I believe she's just a newbie who won't bring much heat to the program. Why don't we replace her with someone slightly more famous? Or, or... we could just remove her.""Remove her?"Natalie nodded, flashing an awkward smile. "Yes, simply eliminate her from the cast list." As she spoke these words, she felt a twing
Panic surged through the crew, leading them to run directly to the director. The director, lost in thought, was mulling over how to retain both Wyneth and Giada. His decision was not just about Wyneth's captivating looks and her knack for variety shows, but even more so, Shaun was a consideration. Shaun had a frighteningly discerning eye; the director needed to figure out a plan to keep both parties happy.But at this moment, a crew member rushed in, face etched with worry. "Giada was taken away by her manager. They say they're not filming anymore."Upon hearing this, the director glanced sideways. "She left?""Yes, they left in quite a huff."Hearing this news, the already contemplative director instantly flew into a rage. "Didn't I say I needed some time to think? Can't even wait for a few minutes? Do they think they're royalty or something? Do they think they own the entertainment industry, coming and going as they please?"The director's sudden outburst left the crew bewildere
The mention of Finn's name plunged Wyneth into silence once again. Let us not even discuss the improbability of Finn agreeing to appear; the mere sight of her might send him into a rage. Just the thought made Wyneth shudder. She muttered, "Perhaps it's better if he doesn't come."Lauren thought she had misheard. "What?" After collecting herself, she asked tentatively, "Are you talking about Finn? W-Why not?"In response to Lauren's cautious query, Wyneth's expression remained unfazed. "I just think that he won't come."Disheartened, Lauren drooped. "Yeah, you're right. He's worked incredibly hard to get where he is today, especially in his creative work. He wouldn't have time for variety shows like ours. Besides, our show is a small one. Even Giada didn't show us any respect."Wyneth remained silent.Everyone else went out and gathered together, the show on a temporary hiatus due to the sudden turn of events. They all sat down to eat after freshening up. Henry and Derek did not sh
"So, I would still like to urge you to consider our show." The director pleaded, "If Finn agrees to come, we'll most certainly show our complete sincerity.""I'm sorry, he really can't make it. Perhaps another time, when there's an opportunity for collaboration," Anna said and hung up the phone.She thought that should have been the end of it. But barely a moment had passed when the director sent a file and a voice note.Director: [This is our shooting schedule and cast. Have a look and then let me know.]While the director was doing this, the crew was watching."I don't think we have a chance. She refused outright," one commented. "What other option do we have? It's better to beg a top star than to grovel before another."If Finn agreed to come, he would outshine a hundred Giadas, but the chance of that happening seemed less than slim.Anna had a habit of not underestimating anyone. So, when the director sent her the document, she gave it a thorough look, despite finding the di
When Anna realized the Wyneth that was participating in the variety show was Finn's sister and not just someone sharing the name, she hesitated. 'How am I going to tell Finn about this? Knowing his temperament, he'd rush to find his sister, but...' After mulling over it, Anna decided to tell Finn straight away. Given his protective nature toward his sister, he would seek her out sooner or later even if Anna kept this to herself.On hearing the news, Finn thought he must have misheard. "What? A variety show? Wyneth?" Finn stared at Anna. "That can't be. Doesn't one have to be in the entertainment industry to appear in a variety show?""Right."Finn stared blankly for a long while, finally comprehending. "Wyneth is in the entertainment industry?"Anna put a hand on his shoulder. "Take a deep breath. Calm down.""Calm down? How am I supposed to calm down? Why would she want to dive into this pit of vipers that's the entertainment industry?" Despite Anna's effort to restrain him, she
Wyneth was directed back to her morning task. As the cameraman took his position, she swiftly left the scene. Because her phone was set to silent, she did not even notice the flurry of messages from Finn.Finn: [Wyn? Where are you now?]Finn: [Have you joined the entertainment industry?]Finn: [Not answering? Is that a yes?]Finn: [You little rascal, why didn't you tell me you were entering the showbiz?]Finn: [Still no reply? Are you too scared to speak up? Talk to me. I won't scold you.]Anna watched helplessly as Finn texted Wyneth, a sigh of resignation escaping her lips. "Enough, Finn. She's on a reality show now, probably surrounded by cameras. How can she respond to you?"Finn, realizing she had a point, put his phone away. "You're right; she's probably being filmed right now. Is that why she was so strange on the phone earlier?""What else could it be?" Anna cautioned him, her tone even and steady, "Remember not to startle her when you get to the studio. If you have any