"Don't beat around the bush, okay?" Seeing her impatience, Shawn finally spoke, "I don't care much for the entertainment industry, but if you insist on asking who I admire the most, it would be Ivy Park."He did not say he liked her; he used the word 'admire'. Liking and admiring were different. He could admire many women, but he would only like one woman, which was Gale!"You actually like her. That's quite surprising. I thought men like you prefer delicate, fragile types like Lulu. Then why did you not choose Ivy Park to represent our brand?" Gale asked."I've said it. I don't pay attention to the entertainment industry. I don't know who's the most popular, I haven't seen any of their films or shows. The business department said Lulu is currently popular, recommended her to me, so I'll choose her."In Shawn's work, there was only business. Choosing someone to represent the brand was his job. He would not mix personal preferences and tastes because they did not matter. What matter
You know, the secretary department has the most intense workload. They were the most exhausted and the ones who worked the most overtime. As long as Mr. Wood does not leave, they cannot leave the company either! Mr. Wood is also famously a workaholic! The days where they could leave on time were far and few in between. Unexpectedly, there could be a day when they could leave work early.Fiona briskly walked to the secretary's office door and knocked on the door. Everyone looked up at her, wearing expressions as if waiting for her to announce the latest overtime schedule."Mr. Woodhas just left with his wife," Fiona said. After a few silent seconds, cheers erupted from the secretary's office. What a rare occurrence. Fiona was also excited but tried to maintain composure. "I think, in the future, there will be more days like this. After all, Mr. Wood now prioritizes his family and won't work overtime like before."Finally, the good days for the Secretary's Office had come! They used
It was not until Aurum found him, offering a sum of money, that he agreed to report Mr. Wood's daily activities, such as whom he met and what meetings he attended, with no involvement in any business secrets or illegal matters. Bill agreed. The money was good, and he had nothing to lose. If caught, the worst-case scenario was getting fired. After a moment of silence, Aurum spoke, "It must have been an unpleasant encounter between Lulu and Gale. Brand ambassadors aren't chosen casually; it's linked to the brand's image and interests. It seems Lulu is no longer the choice for Lovito's spokesperson.""Mr. Aurum, I don't know who Lovito will pick next. When I have news, I'll inform you."Aurum smiled faintly. "I probably can guess who next." "A guess?" Bill was surprised."Because I know Gale well enough." With Gale's taste and aesthetics, her next choice would be Ivy Park. She must be Gale's first choice. She perfectly fits Lovito's brand image. If he was not mistaken, Gale wou
She removed her hat, mask, and sunglasses, revealing her delicate, small face and perfectly proportioned features. She looked even more beautiful and lively in person than on television. More importantly, Ivy had no makeup on. She did not have eyelash extensions, eyeliner, or even lipstick. She was makeup-free. Even without makeup, she looked so good; if she put some on, she must be a celestial beauty.Fiona found himself somewhat lost in the comparison. She deserved her stardom. Lulu seemed so naive next to her.Fiona knocked on the door. "Mr. Wood, Mrs. Wood, Ms. Park is here.""Come in."Before pushing the door, Ivy seemed surprised. "Mrs. Wood is here too?""Yes, Ms. Park, please."Ivy walked in, her gaze first landing on Gale. She greeted with a smile, "Hello, Mrs. Wood." Then, she turned to Shawn. "Mr. Wood, long time no see."Very naturally, she walked to the sofa and took a seat. She seemed to be without airs, and her demeanor very casual, as if she had just come for a
Shawn and Gale were both somewhat surprised. Even celebrities were paying attention to their relationship?"But, I don't have many endorsement experiences on my resume. My main focus is acting. I don't see myself as a celebrity; I'm an actress. If I could be the spokesperson for Lovito, I'd be very willing. I hope to grow and progress together with Lovito; it would be an honor." Ivy spoke fluently, her voice clear and confident. Gale looked at her. "Why didn't you volunteer before?""Maybe my agent thought I wasn't suitable for this brand. Also, many people want this endorsement, so I thought it wouldn't be easy to get it. So, I took it easy, let it be fate. See, fate has brought us together, hasn't it?" Ivy explained, raising her eyebrows.Last night, when she received a call from her agent asking her to prepare for a discussion at Wood Group the next morning about the endorsement, Ivy was still in shock. Was this endorsement supposed to go to Lulu? The entire company knew, and t
"Of course.""Really?""You want to sign Ivy, but you want to sign a personal contract with her, not with her agency," Shawn said."Yes!" Gale nodded repeatedly. "My husband, you understand me!"Shawn raised an eyebrow. If she was calling him 'husband' so easily, she must be wanting something.Gale hooked her arm around his. "I know you have a way. You're amazing; there's nothing you can't do in Sea City!"Shawn leaned back. "Gale, are you trying to help Ivy terminate her contract, but have you asked if she's willing?""It sounds like she only signed with the agency out of helplessness. If she could terminate the contract, she would be willing to do it.""The penalty for termination must be high. Do you understand?" Shawn said. "That's why I came to you."The penalty must be astronomical, a figure that Ivy could not afford. No one else would be willing to pay that amount to poach her. She would have to fulfill the contract until it expired. However, Gale believed Shawn had a
Ivy took a while to compose herself. "The penalty is quite high, very high. Even though this amount might not mean much to you and Mr. Wood, but why would you spend this money on me? Besides, I won't accept it."She did not want to owe such a big favor, especially to someone she just met."Don't worry about that; leave it all to my husband. He can definitely handle it." Gale held his hand, intertwining their fingers. "Right, darling?""Gale...""Good! You agreed!"Shawn was speechless.Ivy also looked bewildered.Gale grinned. "Ivy, go back and wait for news from us. If there's anything, my husband and I will contact you anytime. Don't worry, leave it to us, as long as you're willing to cooperate!""I...""I genuinely like you, I have no ulterior motives. Besides, Wood Group is not involved in the entertainment industry. Consider me your super fan, I just want to see you get better and better!" Gale said.And so, Ivy came and went in a daze.When Bill saw her and confirmed i
Gale could not come up with an answer. Seeing that her usual playful tactics were not working, she decided to be straightforward. "Shawn, we're a married couple. I've laid out my thoughts. Are you really going to stand by and do nothing?"He raised an eyebrow. "Are you trying to threaten me?""Anyway, I just want to sign Ivy.""You can sign an endorsement contract with her anytime. As for her and the agency, Gale, you're getting too involved," Shawn replied."You don't understand. Women help women, Ivy will surely become a shining international superstar. Her current agency favors Lulu over her. They lack vision, it will hinder her career."Shawn pressed his temples. His wife always found something for him to do when he did not need to. For him, achieving it was easy, but he felt it was unnecessary. He was not as kind-hearted and charitable as Gale, and it had no benefit or harm for him. Why bother?However, he could not resist Gale's constant nagging in his ears."Just lift a