When Jessica passed by Gail's office, she saw that Gail was beckoning to her excitedly. Jessica walked into Gail's office and closed the door."Jess, Amber's Muse Competition..."Before Gail finished speaking, Jessica arched her eyebrows resignedly. "Is it so popular?""Of course!"Gail pulled Jessica to have a seat. "It is the biggest event of Amber every year! The men, who are straightforward and don't know how to get along with girls, are also very influential!""I didn't take it seriously when you got the nomination. Unexpectedly, you're one of the top 16 competitors now! Since you have got such a good grade, we need to pay attention to it..."Gail made a gesture as she said. Suddenly, she saw that Jessica was glancing at her. "In the famous scenarist-director Gail's eyes, I don't deserve to become one of the top 16 competitors? Then what should my rank be? Should I rank after 100th?"Gail patted Jessica and explained with a smile, "It doesn't mean that I don't believe in yo
Wade gingerly lifted his eyes to sneak a tentative glance at Jessica and, having noticed the manifest sincerity on her face, said, "Jessica, I was wondering if you could inform me personally the next time you accept an assignment for me without my knowledge.""Why are you bringing this up?"The very sight of Wade's wimpy-looking face struck Jessica as amusing.How come the Maddox brothers, who looked so much alike, were entirely different in terms of personality?"Christian keeps saying he needs a favor from me, but never once has he ever adopted the attitude of someone seeking help. Actually he's always so mean that it affects my mood every time..."Ha ha...After a brief moment's silence, Jessica agreed, "All right. Next time, I'll tell you in person.""Well then, let's get started with the lesson, Jessica. I'm ready." Wade pulled out a little notebook and placed it on the small table before him, looking earnest.Jessica blinked, put down her scratch pad and said, "Before we
Jessica stood in the doorway of the lounge. In fact, she just had a momentary lapse of concentration.She watched Mary enjoying the compliments from the cluster of female contestants around her like a top celebrity...Then she shifted her gaze to Flora who was cottoning up to Mary like a clown.Jessica could not help but heave a sigh inwardly as she felt that the show business was like a magic mirror which could reflect the ugliest side of humanity down to the smallest detail.She still remembered vividly that when auditioning for a part in The Splendid Dynasty and competing against a crowd of common actresses, Mary had had no credentials or backers, and Flora, confident of getting the secondary female lead role, had made all kinds of digs at her...It had been barely a year since those things had happened, but the shoe was on the other foot now.She was still sighing in her mind when she spotted Mary rising to her feet and making her way towards her.At the sight of Mary suddenly
Gail was standing not far away from Jessica and heard their conversation. As soon as Jessica left, she rushed over to her and said, "Is Mary sincere?""What do you think?" Jessica said calmly, "It doesn't matter if she's sincere. Let's focus on our own business."*Jessica went to Wade's lounge later. The door was ajar, but she still knocked on the door three times."Come in!"Alice's voice came from inside."How is your cooperation?" Jessica asked as she walked in.Alice had asked Wade to help her with the public performance of tonight."We once sang this song in the dating show, so we've developed a tacit understanding," Wade replied first.Alice's cheeks blushed slightly, but Wade, an insensible man, didn't notice it.She came over and snuggled into the back of Jessica, whispering, "Actually, I'm still worried that the public opinion about us will become bad if Wade helps me…""You once were a couple in the dating show and also played a couple in Director Bacchus's movie.
"Wade?"Alice's eyes were full of incredulity.Striding towards the door with her hand grasped by Wade, she found her heart pounding madly in her chest, and her grievance caused by the public derision moments ago was instantly replaced by mixed delight and surprise.Wade drew her right up to her RV, where Jessica was waiting for them."Jessica, what are you doing here?" Alice asked."I knew someone's definitely gonna make things difficult for you, so I came here to check on you," Jessica said with a smile.Wade released Alice's hand and pulled the door open for her. "Get in, go home and have some rest."Alice bobbed her head.Taking advantage of the opportunity, Jessica said to Wade, "I got stuff to do. If you have the time, take her home for me."Looking at Alice who had seated herself in the seat, Wade hesitated for a moment.Jessica gave Alice a wink. The latter instantly caught on and promptly clapped her hands to her face.Wade turned to look at her. Alice's hair blocke
"Ahem."Christian cleared his throat. This woman's limpid eyes, when having a somewhat fierce look in them, could really make his skin crawl."I was just curious." He made an attempt to justify himself.Jessica abruptly pried his hand off her and rose to her feet with the intention to leave, but he quickly gripped her wrist, gave it a gentle pull and with that she fell back into his embrace again."It's late, and I'm not in the mood for answering your questions."Jessica pushed herself off his chest. "If your curiosity is really piqued, call the one who you believe is your secret admirer and ask her about it."She made another attempt to leave, but this time, Christian, having anticipated it, did not even let her break free from his hold. "You said you're not in the mood for answering my questions. Are you in the mood for doing some exercise with me?""No...Uh!"Before she could finish her sentence, he ruthlessly swallowed the latter half of it...**The next morning.Jessic
This was a normal and professional PR statement.It stated that the contract of Jessica and Silky Skin perfume had expired already. As a public figure, Jessica would be responsible for what she had done. Jessica's studio had commissioned an attorney's team to deal with it. Jessica would never endorse bogus products.However, a lot of netizens commented to curse Jessica below the statement.Some netizens cursed that she was a coward. One of the beauty gurus posted as soon as the statement was posted.[The stars endorse products. It is a kind of bundled marketing. The stars and products are in the same boat. Let's come at it from another angle. If a star, who has endorsed a product, has scandals and brings negative influences to the product, their contract will be canceled and the star even will take legal responsibility. Most people agree to such a kind of pattern. However, when a product has scandals, the stars usually decline to comment on it, delete all the posts and stay out of
Now the quality problem of Silky Skin's perfume was touchy. Mr. Steve dealt with everything prudently. Although he couldn't expose it to others, she was Mrs. Maddox.She wasn't an outsider but a close insider!Mr. Steve knew it clearly. He hurried to promise to Jessica, "Ms. Bush, don't worry. We work for Mr. Maddox and value the product quality most. There won't be any quality problem.""Then why haven't you stated?" Jessica raised the core problem.Mr. Steve sighed, "To be honest, I'm worried sick about that. Now consumers point out some indexes of the perfume. We're hiring international experts to test. However, one of the indexes' tests will take forty-eight hours at least, so we have to... wait and can't do anything else.""Haven't you tested it before the products were launched?" Jessica asked again."Of course, we have. We have all the qualification certificates, but this index is very special. The test result only has the force of law within 30 days."Mr. Steve explained
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