Time went on as the movie continued. The male and female leads were now attending a party together. At the party, they seemed particularly intimate. Michael and Ivanka could not help but think back to their own past.Ivanka found herself deeply resonating with the movie. She found it all too real.This was the reality of high society. For the sake of profit, people had to put on a show. Two people who detested each other had to act like they were deeply in love for the sake of “supreme” interests. At this moment, Ivanka’s eyes were filled with a sense of irony.The female lead’s smile had become rigid from overuse. She could no longer keep up the facade. She smiled at the man beside her and his business partners. “I need to use the restroom.”The male lead immediately released his grip on her waist and said gently, “Go ahead.”The female lead smiled and nodded. She turned around and walked toward the restroom.Once she closed the door behind her, the smile vanished from her face.
Ivanka’s eyes narrowed with a hint of cold mockery in her gaze. No matter what...What good would finding her do now?She suddenly lost interest in the movie.However, they were only halfway through. Rosie had probably caught wind that they had entered the cinema.Leaving now would only make Rosie suspicious.Ivanka frowned. She tried to control the irritation building inside her.The movie continued. The male lead finally found the female lead after much effort. However, she was now with another man. She appeared at the same event on the arm of this new suitor. That broke the male lead’s composure.He pulled her into a secluded room and forcefully pinned her against the wall. She struggled but could not break free. Her words grew harsher. Yet the male lead held her tightly and refused to let her go.He said, “I was too lenient with you before, which is why you thought you could just leave. From now on, you can only stay by my side.”Ivanka was taken aback. He had been despera
Evan’s expression gradually became more composed. He cleared his throat again and said softly, “About the movie you recently released, Mr. Barkworth booked a private screening. I assume you’ve heard about that, right?”Chad was taken aback. “I wasn’t aware. I’ve been out all day. I had a dinner meeting. So, you’re saying Mr. Barkworth watched the film?”“Yes.” Evan continued to ease into the conversation. He did not want to drop the bombshell too quickly as he feared Chad might have a heart attack from the shock.Chad was not a small-time figure. In fact, he was globally renowned, known for his sharp eye and every film he directed was a classic.His dedication was evident.However, Michael’s sudden order to change the ending of the movie could lead to widespread backlash and even affect the movie’s reception. Yet, Michael’s command could not be ignored.After all, no one dared to cross Michael.Of course, Michael’s demand to change the ending would not come without compensation.
At that point, Chad did not want to say another word. Everything had been perfectly set up, and now he had to gather all the actors and crew to reshoot the ending, then re-promote the movie. The current buzz was at its peak, but Michael wanted the ending to change.Who could accept such a demand?The director felt his blood pressure soaring.Taking a deep breath, he finally said, “Mr. Evan...”Knowing Chad might plead his case, Evan interrupted. “Mr. Kirby, I think I’ve made my point clear. What you should think about is if you readily agree to Mr. Barkworth’s request, don’t you think he’ll look out for you in the future?”Chad fell silent.He knew that cooperating with Michael this time would likely earn him Michael’s favor and ensure that his career would be well-supported in the future.However, he had poured his heart and soul into that movie. He had invested an enormous amount of effort into the preparation. Even the ending was carefully deliberated.When he discussed it w
After all, many actors had wealthy and powerful sponsors. Their acting was substandard, but the production team had to give them roles because of their sponsors. This would likely affect the reception and reputation of the film.Chad, the director, gave a sigh of resignation. “You’re right. If I give in this time, I’ll gain immense benefits in return. I should accept the offer.”Evan smiled. “You’re right to compromise for greater benefits.”“The way you put it makes me even more upset.” Chad rubbed his chest as he said this. He had some heart issues to begin with. At that moment, he genuinely felt a slight ache in his chest.After all, the film was the product of his blood, sweat, and tears.Evan smiled again. “In that case, when will you be free? Let’s meet up to sign the agreement. I’ll still need our lawyers to draft one before that.”“I’m free anytime. You can contact me whenever you’re available. I’m going to call in my actors and staff for a meeting.”“Okay. Thanks for yo
“What is it?” Ivanka knew that he would only put away his pride and talk to Ivanka for Rosie’s sake.She also cared about Rosie, so she would certainly help if it was within her capacity.She would not waste time humming and hawing when it came to such matters.Michael said nothing. Before Ivanka even picked up the call, he had already turned off the car engine.Therefore, it was completely silent on their end of the line. Samuel did not know that Ivanka had put him on speaker.Soon enough, Samuel sighed and said with resignation, “I know you won’t be amused when you hear what I’m about to say later, but I genuinely regret it. I hope you’ll believe that I am sincere.”He was too embarrassed to be straightforward. All he could do was divulge his intention in a roundabout manner.Ivanka could guess that he wanted to talk about how he had mistreated her back then. She merely responded calmly.“It’s all in the past. Please don’t worry about it.”Throughout their conversation, Ivan
“I was quite embarrassed to say anything when I came to you. But at this point, Rosie’s condition is too worrying. I don’t want it to worsen whenever she gets upset. The previous incident really scared me.”“It’s alright. Tell me what you need.” Ivanka believed him. She had seen how concerned Samuel was that day. Besides, she also witnessed how close he and Rosie were all these years.Samuel gave a long sigh and said slowly, “I just hope that you and Michael will get back together.”Ivanka froze all of a sudden. Her eyes widened.Even Michael, who sat in the driver seat, reacted to this. His expression changed slightly.But he said nothing as his gaze fell on Ivanka’s phone.Before Ivanka said anything, Samuel’s voice rang out again.“Back then, I disapproved of your marriage. I was a fool for that. I even tried to get Chiara married into my family. Such foolish things I’d done! Please don’t resent an old fool like me. Iv, the first marriage is always the best one.”Ivanka slow
If Ivanka was simply playing “hard to convince”, she could have phrased her rejection in a roundabout way and tested Samuel’s attitude. He would not mind begging a little longer and softening his attitude further. But her direct refusal caught him by surprise.After a pause, Samuel said, “Iv, don’t you want to consider? After all, you were each other’s first spouse for three years. As the saying goes: one day as a couple means a life-long devotion. How many days had it been for you both?”Samuel was doing his best. He genuinely hoped that they would remarry.The surprise in Ivanka’s eyes grew. She did not expect Samuel to love Rosie so much. For her, he would come to plead with the person he looked down on and even beg her to be with Michael again.After all, for someone like Samuel, he must have been as humble as he could possibly be.This was how far he was willing to go for Rosie. Ivanka suddenly envied the kind of love they shared.Ivanka sighed softly. “Sometimes it isn’t th