Chapter 2: Wrong person

Vera hung up Aurora Gabriel's phone, her hands reaching up to stroke her face.

It is true that everyone will eventually become the type of person that they themselves hate the most. She scolded Xavia for being the type of person who uses tricks to bring hẻ actresses to the bed of a rich man. By now, she had become the same kind of person.

She used to be confident that she wouldn't do that stupid thing to get the role she wanted. But in the end, when people fall into the dead end, any kind of thing can be done. Aurora Gabriel accepts the trade-off, she also has no other choice.

Vera opened a checklist that crossed out some names and started calling.

At the same time, Aurora Gabriel sat motionless, her face tired and lethargic. The decision this time could make her dignity untenable. God gave her everything and then at one point took everything away, took away her warm family, took away her job,, and even pushed her into this despicable choice.

Aurora knew that once she accepted to sleep with a stranger, she would have a bad reputation for the rest of her life, always living in shame. But now, even her last role is taken by others, if she doesn't trade it, she will have nothing.

With so many options, she never thought to ask Shanley Theodore. She hated the debt of gratitude, especially the favor of a close friend from childhood to adulthood.

Aurora doesn't love him at all, even though she knows he has special feelings for her. For that reason, she can not make him pay a huge debt for her family. Aurora would rather be with a stranger's man than go with Shanley. In Aurora's eyes, Shanley is such a nice guy.

If Shanley knew she'd rather sacrifice herself than beg him, he'd be heartbroken. 

After all, how can a man accept a woman he has known for more than 20 years to serve alcohol or even go to bed with other people?

Therefore, this will be her secret forever.

She promised herself that she would only do this embarrassing thing once. When she got what she wanted, she wouldn't do it anymore.

She had an appointment with Vera later, mainly to talk about what had been discussed last night. Actually, when it came time to discuss, Aurora was speechless. She dejectedly gave all the work to Vera. Vera understood the complicated feelings of Aurora Gabriel at this moment. A young lady living in happiness and wealth is suddenly forced to become the kind of person that everyone despises, Aurora must be hopeless.

Vera folded the documents and looked at Aurora Gabriel, who was sprawled out on the table.

"I'll find another way If you are not comfortable."

"I have made up my mind. Even if I have to trade anything, I will do it. For my family, and for myself."

"But I can’t let you..."

"It's okay, Vera."

Aurora Gabriel is a bit condescending, but that doesn't mean she gives up her original decision. She herself has always been consistent with what she has chosen.

It is unknown what kind of person Vera is looking for. If he looks good, she won't mind. And if it's the type of man with a bald head and a big belly, she'll probably be depressed.

Vera's screening is also quite thorough, only inviting people who seem pious, a little mature. In fact, there are many types of secret love contracts. There are men who spend money just for beautiful women to sing and dance for them, sometimes have to pour wine and laugh with them. The other kind of people stand behind supporting the actresses, and at night will ask them to go to bed to "do adult things".

Honestly, Vera didn't expect to put Aurora in bed with men like that. However, this was not the thing that Vera could immediately control.

According to Vera, she only invited a few guests to eat and drink. If one of them cares about Aurora, she will sign a contract with them. That man will support Aurora with everything from money, fame to roles, in return Aurora will be his mistress.

Aurora Gabriel wore a gorgeous white evening gown. This dress is dotted with delicate pearls, both discrete and revealing the hidden beauty of women.

This meeting is just a casual meal. Aurora Gabriel is also quite satisfied with the people that Vera chooses. They weren't the big-bellied or bald-headed men Aurora had imagined. However, these people are quite old. At this age, it is understandable if they want to find a beautiful woman to serve.

Vera briefly taught her how to pick up food, pour wine, how to speak politely, and create sympathy for others. Sometimes you have to be gentle, smile a little more.

Those men all expressed interest in Aurora's ingenuity and outstanding beauty. This should have made Aurora happy. On the contrary, her eyes were filled with sadness, and her smile became more and more forced.

"Vera, I must be crazy."

Aurora stood in front of the toilet mirror, washing her hands while sighing. She had never had to fake a smile like that before. Feeling like a disgusting woman who can do anything for money.

“Are you okay? If you have made a decision, you have to follow it now.”

“I feel a bit nauseous. But It’s alright. I know what I have to do. After all… it was me who chose this dark path.”

“The showbiz world is inherently not simple. I know you're a talented actor, and I know you hate ambiguous relationships like that."

The two of them fell silent at the same time. A few minutes later, Aurora spoke up:

"Please give me the room key card later so I can get in first." Aurora's voice was cold but resolute.

“Is it okay?” Vera looked at Aurora with worried eyes.

Aurora nodded resolutely. Who likes her, who chooses her, it doesn't matter anymore. After all, it's just sleeping with men. This is not much different from acting in a sensitive scene in the movie. Aurora told herself.

"OK. If you need me, call me right away." Vera advised carefully.

"I know."

After drinking with one after another, Aurora got drunk. Never in her life had she been drunk like that.

Aurora Gabriel staggeredly pushed an investor's hand off her waist, asking permission to go to the bathroom for a moment. Aurora Gabriel drank a lot. She wanted to get drunk to forget all the troubles of the past few days.

She dreamily pulled out her room card and pressed it to the person in front of her, the whole drunken body was helplessly pressed into the lap of the man in front. Not realizing who the person in front was, Aurora Gabriel decisively followed that person to the room.