"Jess, but we haven't reported the show to the TV station yet..." Gail thought of a new problem.The show hadn't been approved. If they prepared the plan of bid in advance, their effort might be in vain.Then Jessica told Gail simply what happened at Wasin Group's shareholders' meeting. "I have found the investor. Now we only lack the plan. If the plan is practicable, the TV station will agree.""Jess, it's too risky for you." Gail was worried. "In other words, you're taking your shares of Wasin Group as chips to gamble that the show will go viral!""It's because I know that it's quite possible that I will win."Jessica comforted Gail, "Don't worry. Let's try our best. I believe that we will succeed."Jessica went to the TV station and worked on the plan with Gail for the whole afternoon. They even worked overtime for a while. When Jessica returned home, it was late. Christian had come back already."Mrs. Maddox, have you eaten dinner?" Fannie asked.Jessica shook her head, "No
Outside Tanner's office, Gail was downcast, "Jess, although superstition cannot be believed in, my eyelid has been twitching, and I'm feeling uneasy…"Her eyes cold, Jessica smiled without a comment.100 percent confident about the proposal, they expected quick approval but got rebuffed. Their low spirits were normal. Just now, Jessica detected something more complicated in Tanner's eyes and thus found Gail's premonition reasonable. *At ten o'clock…A staff assembly was held at the TV station.The staff members took their seats, and so did the deputy directors. After a while, the assistant hastened to Tanner and whispered something in his ear. In an instant, Tanner's face turned respectful. The other deputy directors understood the situation and stood up along with Tanner to welcome the new director who came in from the side door…As the figure got in, Jessica glanced at Gail, and the two got to a common view, 'No wonder her eyelid twitched. Sure enough, it was not a
"Who made the plan?"Finally, Griffin asked and broke the stillness. He looked up."We made it together," Jessica replied decisively."It's great!" Griffin praised with a faint smile.Seeing his hypocritical smile, Jessica got the answer in her heart roughly."Normally, there should be no problem with the show since you even have prepared the investments... However, I'm new here and thus I'm not familiar with a lot of things. Just leave the plan to me and let me consider it. OK?"Although he asked them, his attitude was uncompromising.Gail became a little anxious. She stamped her foot and walked forward. "Director Jameson, the timeliness is important for programs, especially the variety shows. The talent show of the girl group of our TV station has just gone viral. It's the perfect time for us to release the competition show of the boy group! If we miss the time, other TV stations..."Before Gail finished speaking, Griffin's smile froze. Jessica walked forward, pulled Gail bac
"What are they here?" Jessica took a chance to ask Hazel.Hazel lowered her voice and whispered, "Didn't you get the endorsement of Diomastre? Mr. Rayan was invited by me. You just need to cooperate with me later."Jessica nodded.Hazel looked at Hawley, another uninvited guest, and said, "I invited Mr. Edward, but why is his son here? Let us wait for Hawley’s own explanation." After saying that, Hazel gave Jessica a significant look and chuckled. Jessica pursed her lips helplessly."Oh, aren’t you Hawley?"Griffin stood up to greet Hawley.Hawley did not look as cool as he used to be. He was courteous at the moment. "Griffin, my dad suddenly had something to do and couldn't come, so he asked me to come here on behalf of him.""Ha-ha. Hawley, I have not seen you for a few years ever since you went to study abroad. Now you're even more handsome and mature!" Griffin laughed and patted Hawley on the shoulder."I've already graduated.""Ha-ha! Your dad must be happy. Did you bri
Jessica smiled. It meant that Griffin had approved the competition show of the boy group. She had completed more than half of her tonight's task...If she didn't care others would think she was too aggressive, she would put the document in front of Griffin, provide the pen to him and ask him to sign it!"Wow! It also will go viral! Ms. Bush, you will become more popular. Diomastre will piggyback on your success too!" Mr. Rayan smiled brightly."I also have watched the programs that were hosted by Ms. Bush. When you hosted the interview programs, you were elegant and calm. When you hosted the variety shows, you were lively and professional. You're born to be a host!"At that time, a powerful investor walked up to Jessica."You flatter me." Jessica stood up and nodded.The bigwig held a glass of wine and got close to her. He examined her up and down lasciviously. "What I have said is true. All the people present know me well. I have never praised the people who I dislike, right?"
The bigwig was quite status-conscious. Seeing as how he was toasting a hostess on his own initiative, it was only too obvious that he would sponsor her in the future, that she stood to benefit a lot from it. This was the kind of treatment many people could only dream about.But he was rejected in the presence of so many people, and a fledgling boldly came to her help. Though angry, he knew better than to lose his temper on the spot and could only get Hawley drunk in an attempt to prove his status in this field.Hawley, fully aware of what it was about, did not resist. Every time the bigwig raised his glass, Hawley upended his own without the slightest hesitation.After Hawley gulped down over ten glasses in a row, the bigwig's anger finally ebbed away and he chuckled, "Good. I like you, kiddo!"Hawley grinned, "I'm flattered, Mr. Green."With that, he turned to look at Jessica standing behind him...In that instant, Jessica perceived the youngster's stubbornness and the almost pa
Jessica smoothed her hair around her ear and didn't answer Hazel's question.But Hazel was smart. She directly interpreted Jessica’s silence as acknowledgment."In that situation just now, only Hawley could relieve the embarrassment." Hazel tried to soothe Jessica. "Who do you think dares to stop Mr. Green in front of everyone? But Hawley can do that. He is young and reckless, which is perfectly understandable. Therefore, Mr. Green could get out of this embarrassment."Jessica nodded.She did not overthink what happened just now. She was just touched by Hawley for a moment.Seeing Jessica’s eyes lighting up again, Hazel smiled again and said, "I have rarely seen such a manly side of Hawley. Thanks to you, I saw it once again today!"Jessica tilted her head to look at Hazel and asked curiously, "Do you know each other well?"Hazel laughed. "Of course we do! He's my cousin!""Wow. You are..." Only then did Jessica understand why Hazel had so many resources in show business. Altho
Having noticed the uncharacteristic facial expression on Jessica's face, Gail looked where she was gazing just in time to see the elevator door slowly close.The man inside subconsciously kept his head down, seemingly trying to avoid being recognized by the others."Who's that guy?" Gail asked."Harrison Shaw.""Harrison Shaw?!" Gail was amazed. "Is the bouquet of flowers in his hands for...Flora? Are they back together, by any chance?"Jessica shook her head, thinking, 'Who cares?'**Unsurprisingly, early the next morning, vague photos of a man who was presumably Flora's rich, handsome boyfriend appeared on news websites.Last night, after the inaugural ceremony, Flora gave an interview to the press and then was videotaped getting into a car with a man, a large bouquet of roses in her hands.The man's clothing suggested that he was none other than Harrison, who had brushed past Jessica in the elevator last night.Gail tut-tutted incredulously. "Does this mean Flora, after b
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