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Vicky spoke as she sent an electronic contract. Times had changed. Electronic agreements had long been as legally binding as their paper counterparts.
With the contract in hand, Stacey left The Empress production team with Lynn.
Back at the hotel, she forwarded Vickyâs contract to her brother and asked him to review it. At the same time, she sent a copy to Lynn, who was wellâversed in the entertainment industry and could alert her to any potential pitfalls she might have missed.
Having taken care of everything, Stacey felt a wave of relief wash over her.
She had been worried about competing with Janet for the role, but to her surprise, the director had handed her the contract directly. Did this mean she was officially the lead actress?
âLynn, if Iâve signed the contract, does that mean Iâm the lead in The Empress?â Stacey couldnât help but ask cautiously, looking over at Lynn.
Lynn smiled and nodded. âYes, you were fantastic!â
Even Lynn had been taken aback by Staceyâs performance during the audition in front of Vicky.
It was as if Charlotte had walked straight out of the novel.
Stacey nodded enthusiastically, her excitement bubbling over.
Thinking it over, Lynn took out her phone and messaged Vicky, requesting a copy of her audition footage.
On the other end, upon receiving Lynnâs message, Vicky blinked in surprise before- quickly forwarding the recorded audition video.
Lynn received the file. With a few taps, she forwarded it to Charlie.
Charlie was in the middle of talent scouting. The Cartersâ entertainment company had just been established, and apart from Stacey and himself, they had no other artists. He needed to find some promising talent to get the company off the ground and start making money.
In the midst of poaching talent, Charlieâs phone pinged with a new message. He
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opened it to find the audition video sent by Lynn.
It was his sisterâs audition.
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Charlieâs eyes lit up immediately. Ignoring the actor he was scouting, he slipped into the break room to watch the video.
Malcolm was stunned. Did he just see Becky in that video?
Was that really Becky in the video Charlie had just received?
Malcolm vaguely recognized the background. It looked like an audition.
Had Becky landed a new role?
After Lovey Princess, the cast had all experienced varying degrees of success.
Many production teams had reached out, offering them roles.
Some agents, aware that his contract with his previous company had ended, even offered him deals, hoping to sign him.
Malcolm had been wavering lately. Should he stay in the entertainment industry or leave to pursue something else?
If he stayed, what would his next steps. be?
He would definitely need to join a company.
For someone with no connections or background, being a signed artist was essential to get good scripts. Otherwise, top projects would never come his way.
But which company should he choose? This was a serious issue.
Acting was a career for the young, and he had already wasted many years. At 25, if he signed with a mediocre agency or one that didnât promote him, he might never make it in this industry.
When Charlie contacted him, Malcolm was shocked. He hadnât expected Charlie to start his own company and even try to recruit him.
Joining Charlieâs company could be a promising move.
As an awardâwinning actor, Charlie had the connections and resources needed.
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Moreover, since the company was new, there wouldnât be many senior actors. hogging the opportunities.
Most importantly, Becky was Charlieâs sister. She would
company, too.
likely be part of Charlieâs
Having worked with them on a previous show, Malcolm had a good impression of the siblings. Despite their wealth, they were genuinely decent people.
So, as Charlie discreetly finished watching his sisterâs audition video and came out, he met Malcolmâs eager gaze.
Charlieâs eyes flickered, sensing that something might have changed quietly without his knowledge.
âI can sign with the L&K Group,â Malcolm said..
The L&K Group might be unfamiliar to outsiders, but Malcolm knew Lily and Kev. He had even held those two adorable babies, so he could guess that the name of Charlieâs company likely came from their nicknames.
âReally?â Charlie was delighted.
He quickly produced a contract, almost like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat, and handed it to Malcolm. âHow about we sign the contract now?â
Malcolm remained silent, thinking that Charlie must have come prepared.
âCan I ask a question?â Malcolm asked cautiously.
âOf course,â Charlie replied seriously. âWhat is it?â
âHas Becky signed with the L&K Group?â Malcolm inquired.
Mentioning this made Charlie visibly happy. He immediately said, âOf course! Our company was started for Becky. Any good resources will definitely prioritize her. But sheâs a girl, so it wonât affect the roles for guys. Signing with us wonât impact you negatively.â
Malcolm knew that male and female actors had different roles, and even if the company heavily promoted Becky, it wouldnât affect him much. On the contrary, if the L&K Group thrived, it would secure more resources, which could also mean more opportunities for him.
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âIs Becky taking or a new role soon?â Malcolm asked again.
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Charlie instantly became wary. âWhat are you up to?â he asked defensively. âIf youâre thinking of barging into Beckyâs project, thatâs out of the question. Becky takes her acting seriously. Any male actor working with her must have both looks and talent. No freeloaders, back off!â
As he spoke, Charlie even gestured for Malcolm to back off, his attitude firm.
His sister had entered the showbiz for fun, and he was determined to ensure she enjoyed herself thoroughly and without worries.
He would never compromise her projects by stuffing them with subpar actors. If Malcolm thought he could get in through the back door, he could forget it.
Startled by Charlieâs gestures, Malcolm took two steps back but couldnât help but laugh once he realized what was happening.
âThatâs not what I meant,â he quickly explained. âI donât need any special. treatment. I just wanted to know what kind of script sheâs considering next. There must be male roles in it, right? If possible, just let me audition. If I get the part, itâll be on my own merits. What do you think?â
Charlie fell silent for a moment, scrutinizing Malcolm with a suspicious look.
He wondered, âWhy is he so eager to stick around Becky? Is he trying to court her? Becky just got divorced. Is he trying to take advantage of that?â
Feeling unnerved by Charlieâs intense gaze, Malcolm quickly waved his hands in denial. âNo, no, Iâm not trying to pursue Becky. I just think sheâs great, and I enjoyed working with her. Plus, with your familyâs great support, she will get great opportunities. If I can work with her, even in a supporting role, it would really help my career.
Charlieâs look seemed to accuse him of wanting to climb the social ladder by exploiting Becky, which terrified him.
Though he did want to leverage good connections, it wasnât in a manipulative way.