After a one-day break at home, Jessica went back to work. As soon as she finished arranging the recent program schedule in her office, she heard someone quarreling outside.Jessica opened the door. It was Paige who stood a meter away from the office, crossing her arms and raising her head, shouting at two of the directors.“Director Cooper said that everyone could take part in before the host list of the girl-group show settled. Why did you come to her directly? Did you treat the rest of us like nothing?"Jessica got it immediately that she was the one Paige had a problem with.These two directors were seniors in the TV station, so they were in charge of this big girl-group talent show. It seemed they barely ran into this kind of awkward situation before, and they could to nothing about Paige but try to reason with her."Director Cooper had announced it at the meeting yesterday. He said the talent show was complicated and important, so the best alternative should be Hammer and Jes
Jessica's long eyelashes fluttered as she said after a brief pause, "I'm not sure, but you can't be too careful. If the studio had really taken me on board without hesitation just because of a capital infusion, I would've started to worry about the quality level of the movie."Gail bobbed her head. "I have faith in you. Director Bacchus is attending the victory party tonight as well?""Director Cooper personally sent him an invitation." Jessica nodded.Gail walked once around Jessica's office and then said mysteriously, "Where's the heroine costume you prepared for the party? Let me take a look."Smiling, Jessica slid her a sidelong glance. "There's no heroine costume.""It's your evening. How could you not have one?" Gail was skeptical.The Charity Gala held by the TV station the other day had been a great success. Although there had been a mistake with Hammer's memo card, and a male fan had proposed to Jessica out of malice, those incidents had been the very reason why the view
Jessica was shocked for a second and reacted in the next second. 'He must be a hooligan. I have to save myself.'Before the man pushed the door again, Jessica threw down her dress, stretched one of her legs, braced it against the back wall and tried her best to close the door.Feeling that she was pushing the door constantly, the man outside was anxious. "Jessica, it's me. Stop!"Jessica reacted subconsciously. 'Is it Hammer?'Hammer's voice was clear and charming. He was known for being born to have a beautiful voice. They had worked as colleagues twice, so she was familiar with his voice well.Jessica let go and peeked through the door crack. It was Hammer indeed.Jessica felt panicked and scared before, but now she was confused. 'Why does Hammer come to the woman's locker room and want to open my door? He looks indecent...''Should I be wary of him or not?'Hammer knew her thoughts. He said, "I come here to ask you to check your dress well. Something is wrong with it!"His
Jessica took off her left high-heeled shoe, picked it up, and found a thin, sharp needle at its bottom.She turned it over and had a careful look, finding the needle had been nailed into the shoe from the bottom… What a painstaking effort…She believed what Hammer had told her, so she was cautious and repeatedly checked her dress.She thought that person would just cut a split or a weak spot of her dress to embarrass her in public.But unexpectedly, the person was so ruthless and really wanted to hurt her!Jessica took out her mobile phone and called Gail.The moment Gail picked it up, she asked, "Jess, are you on your way? I'm already here. When will you arrive?"Jessica asked calmly, "Are there many people there?""Yes, are you still changing the plan?""No, I've had an incident. I'll be there later."Gail found something wrong with her voice and asked, "What's wrong? I'll go back now!""There is no need. It's no big deal."Jessica told Gail about the needle at the bottom
"Do you think I am talking nonsense?"Paige had prepared what she would say a long time ago, and she was not afraid of Director Cooper's reprimands and warnings. She continued to instigate, "Oh, I almost forgot that Director Cooper and Deputy Director Tanner have helped Jessica a lot since she joined the TV station. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have been able to gain a firm foothold so fast. I shouldn’t have criticized her in front of you because you will definitely protect her! But I still have to say it out! It is your indulgence toward Jessica that made her so arrogant.”Director Cooper furrowed his thick eyebrows, and Tanner's old face turned purple.Paige had a grasp of a situation and knew what to do. At this moment, it was no use for them to say anything. If they spoke up for Jessica, Director Bacchus would think that Jessica was really pampered in the TV station.The two directors kept silent, and Paige was very gloating. She walked to Director Bacchus and said, "Director Bacchu
"My dress and shoes were put in the closet in the lounge. Did any of you see who tampered with the shoes?" Jessica wheeled around and asked the female colleagues around.All of them shook their heads. Jessica did not wait for their responses but went straight to Paige, asking, "What about you? Do you know who did it?"Paige panicked for a second, then calmed down, and widened her eyes, "What do you mean? Why don't you ask others?""I’ve asked them just now. Didn't you hear it?" Jessica said, "I asked several colleagues before I walked over. But none of them had reacted so angrily as you are doing. Are you trying to cover something up?""Jessica, I am sick of this!"Paige straightened up and said aggressively, "With someone backing you up, you are targeting me at will. But enough is enough! You must stop!""It's you who should stop!"Jessica threw the bag of the high heels onto the ground, facing everyone, and said in a steady voice, "Everyone, I think you have seen who is reveal
Director Cooper was intended to teach her a lesson, but Paige held her head up and interrupted, "What the hell do you want?"Paige used to be very polite and respectful in front of Director Cooper. Director Cooper looked dumbfounded when he was suddenly contradicted defiantly."I know you will help Jessica and make things difficult for me!"Paige tossed her head and continued, "I’m telling you, I am not afraid of you today! I don't care who you will support in the future. I don't give a sh*t! I quit!"After saying that, Paige turned around to leave. When passing by Jessica, she said ruthlessly, "Jessica, stop being smug. Wait and see!""No matter what, I advise you to avoid meeting me in the future." Jessica was also angry.Paige laughed presumptuously, "Maybe it is you who have to shun me by then." After speaking, she sashayed away.The people around were all watching the drama, and Director Cooper and Deputy Director Tanner felt very embarrassed.Paige had left, so Director C
"Adela is narrow-minded. If she has hooked up with Cain, she will never allow Paige to join Cain’s company, let alone make Paige the Top Hostess in the station."Gail rolled her eyes, thinking things should not be that simple. She asked, "Jess, do you think this is a conspiracy?""It's hard to say." Jessica shook her head.Gail shook Jessica’s arm, full of curiosity. She urged, "Just have a guess!"Jessica smiled and said calmly and slowly, "I won’t guess. I'm afraid they will be much worse than I can imagine. Who knows what unethical things these three people would do? After all, none of them are moral people."**Director Bacchus had left. Jessica stayed at the banquet for a while, then told Director Cooper that she was unwell, and went home early.As the protagonist of the banquet, she was actually just an excuse for them to gather togehter. What she needed to do was just show up to give everyone an excuse to cheer up. Then people would enjoy themselves even if she was absent
The next day, Jessica went to work in the TV station. Her assistant reported the recent schedule to her.Jessica listened for a while, raised her head and asked, "Didn't you say that I needed to prepare for Leap Art's gala evening on New Year's Eve next week?"The assistant said in a hurry, "It occurs to me... It may be changed. We'd better delay the preparation in case you will prepare for it in vain...""What's the matter?" Jessica frowned slightly."I have arranged for someone to investigate and haven't gotten the exact news yet. It is said that the organizers of Leap Art's gala evening on New Year's Eve have changed their minds and will invite Adela to replace you...," the assistant said."Adela?"Gail was drinking coffee and writing the plan in Jessica's office. When Gail heard that, she stood up and said anxiously, "Adela has just made a comeback. Even though she becomes popular slightly, how can she replace Jess in the image or influence?""It is said that Adela's remuner
[It's because I think my acting skills are not worthy of your script.]Jessica replied seriously.Hawley became anxious and replied without punctuation. [Don't worry I will try my best to help you and won't urge you]Jessica paused and replied with a smile. [I haven't finished speaking. Hold on. Since you have waited for a long time, please give me some time if you don't mind. I would like to find an acting teacher and learn how to act. After I'm sure that I can play the role, I will join in your movie. How is it?]Recently, more films and TV dramas started inviting Jessica. Many of them had great investments and groups. Jessica obviously felt that the current situation was pushing her to change.It was impossible for her to reject all of them, but she couldn't shoot all the films or TV dramas with the attitude as if she was doing a guest appearance. She would better be prepared before she met the chances. If so, she would be more confident.Hawley paused. It took him some time t
The next afternoon, when it was time for Jessica to get off work, Hawley arrived at the appointed time.Jessica took him to the nearest restaurant to the TV station. She said with a smile, "It's not a high-end restaurant. Just order expensive dishes."Hawley also smiled, "Expensive dishes do not necessarily taste good!""Having said that, I would like to thank you. Expensive dishes can show my sincerity at least," Jessica said.Hawley put down the menu, looked at her and said seriously, "If you would like to thank me, how about consider my invitation seriously? I want to invite you to be the heroine in my first movie!"Hawley was sincere. He looked passionate and vigorous for his first movie. It was hard for Jessica to refuse."Have you drawn your inspiration in France?" She didn't refuse him directly but changed the topic.Hawley said seriously, "I have spent three years on the script. When I studied abroad, I wrote it with my best friend. I almost finish it recently. I believe
Griffin kept his promise.The next day after Jessica's return, Jakesville TV Station put the interview of GL's successor, Neil, on the air. Meanwhile, everyone received the email that announced Gail's promotion to senior editor.The directors in their team were all delighted. People from their sister teams also urged Gail to treat them to dinner. Gail agreed generously and decided to throw a party to celebrate her promotion in the evening. *After several rounds of wine, Gail was giddy with delight and tipsy. With a goblet in her hand, she sat beside Jessica and grinned. "Jess, I owe my promotion to you. I've racked my brains but still know not how to express my gratitude… How about I leave my paycheck to you?" Jessica couldn't help but giggle.She poked Gail's forehead. "Are you going to marry me?""Look, this is all that I can give. Then again, you're not short of money. Tell me what I should do."Jessica looked at Gail's tender, pursed lips and wrapped her arm around
At sea, the anxious Christian calmed down and was relieved finally. He took off his coat and wrapped her up tightly.She looked at him and asked, "Why did you come here?"Christian compressed his thin lips and reached out to smooth her hair beside her ears. It was a little messy because of the wind.Christian had arranged for someone to protect her since she pissed off GL's Neil in France. The nobles all knew that GL's Neil was malicious, especially for beautiful women.As soon as Christian's men reported to Christian that Jessica suddenly bought an air ticket and went abroad alone, Christian guessed that she was going to deal with Neil.Christian was afraid that Jessica would be unable to deal with Neil. He didn't have any time to care about other things and followed Jessica to come to France.Luckily, he arrived in time. Otherwise, even if Jessica dealt with Neil, she would be unable to deal with Jerome. Jerome was not a man to be trifled with."Don't take risks again! If you
As Jerome confronted him coldly, Christian's narrowed eyes slid out of focus for a second.Soon, he collected himself, and ferocity suppressed the gloom in his eyes. "Before I figure out the entire thing, I'll keep her out of harm's way! Even if someone tells her the truth one day, it has to be me and not you! You'd better stay away from her!" Jerome's face also turned gloomy. "I was not interested in her or those trivial matters in the past, but destiny guided me to meet her. Then I find that those matters are pretty interesting…And the more annoyed you are, the more interesting I find it… Besides, you stole my lines. The one who should stay away from her is you!" "Don't bother. This is between my wife and me," Christian declared his sovereignty once again.Jerome looked askance at Christian. His gloomy voice became huskier and more horrifying. "If she knew the truth, do you think she would still believe you?"Christian knitted his brows as he exhorted in a
"Christian?"Jessica spun around and did a double take, mixed delight and incredulity in her eyes.Christian made his way to her and took her by the hand. "You're still recovering. How could you run around like this?"Christian's voice was steely. Though he was speaking to Jessica, it was the man opposite her that his piercing eyes flashed at.At this moment, the bodyguards outside the cabin hurried inside all at once. One of them bowed to Jerome and explained apologetically, "Mr. Garan, he's brought some men here... We failed to stop them..."Jerome waved his hand testily and, restraining his annoyance, rose to his feet and looked at Christian. "Nice to see you again, Mr. Maddox." Though his words were a greeting, his face were rather tight."I heard only a few days ago that there's some turbulence going on in the Garan family. It surprises me Mr. Garan is still in the mood for partying," Christian said acidly."Oh, you're pretty well-informed, Mr. Maddox!" Jerome remarked with
"I'm just a nobody, and all I want is for the job to be done in a peaceful fashion. I have no reason to work against you on my own initiative unless you leave me no choice, don't you think?" Jessica said, her face bland.Having no alternative but to resign himself to accepting it, Neil said testily, "Fine! Get it over with!"A smile curled Jessica's lips as her beautiful eyes moved to the outline for the interview on the sofa. "Speak according to the outline and answer my every question. Here we go."Watching Neil obediently pick up the interview outline with resentment etched on his face, Jessica snickered and turned on her digital recorder.**Twenty minutes later, the interview came to a successful end.Having obtained what she wanted, Jessica operated the digital recorder for a moment and then stowed it in her handbag.Neil had had enough of it. He hurled the interview outline she'd given him to the floor and, springing to his feet testily, blustered, "I see any of those pho
Neil's eyes glittered with alarm at the sight of the picture on Jessica's phone, the corners of his mouth twitching in spite of himself.On the sofa he'd been sitting a moment ago sat a couple of female models. Neil glared over his left shoulder and then the right one at the girls and thundered, "Beat it!""Neil..."A charming girl, unwilling to leave, walked over and, holding his hand, said, "Where do you want us to go?""Get out of my sight! Now!" Neil stormed shiftily.His bawl brought all the girls trotting out helter-skelter...Jessica, taking advantage of the opportunity, took back her phone and unhurriedly put it into her handbag in the presence of Neil."Let's go somewhere else to talk," Neil said to Jessica, rising to his feet and leading the way for the door.Jessica remained where she was. With a smile that never reached her eyes, she said, "I thought you liked the lively atmosphere in this place."The corners of Neil's mouth twitched and he snapped, "It's not every