A Precious Moment SEBASTIAN. The first words my son says to me are of my failure to my family, a reminder that no matter what, this is a time period they will always look back on and know I was not here. The intense emotions I’m feeling being in the same room as them for […]
Book One: Chapter Twenty-Seven Katherine was still riding high as she snagged another flute of champagne. Now she just had to wait for the fireworks to start. Soon that woman would burst out and make a big scene before running away. Then Katherine could swoop in to comfort a devastated Julius. Finally everything would be
Book One: Chapter Twenty-Six Macey ducked into the bathroom avoiding the two stalls she went straight to the sink. She looked at her reflection in the mirror. What was wrong with her? After six years she should be smarter. But the moment his arms were around her it was like time stood still. As much
Chapter 103 But Agnes knew Her body was covered in red mashes, even in her most intimate areas. She felt a bit embarrassed when Jared applied the medicine for her. Plus, she always seemed to be butting heads with him. Agnes turned her face away and said, “You might not necessarily beat me.” She was
Chapter 102 “Agnes, what’s up with you?” Ava gently tapped on Agnes’s face Agnes’s face was burning up, Ava noticed, she was running a high fever Ava couldn’t help but feel afraid. Earlier in the day, Beatrice had told her some things, and later at night, she sprinkled some peanut powder on Beatrice’s pillow. She
Chapter 101 Recently, Agnes noliced a massive change in Ava’s attitude Ava was always deliberately avoiding her After coming back to the dorm at night, she would no longer make chit chat, just reading her script alone or going to bed. Agnes tried to talk to her many times, but Ava always made an excuse
Chapter 100 Beatrice turned and put the phone away. Ava said, “You should delete that photo” Beatrice retorted, “Stay out of my business with Agnes.” Ava replied, “I can’t ignore it since I saw it. Agnes and I are friends.” Beatrice smirked, “Friends? I think you are trying to please her. You used to be an artist in the studio, and I know you’ve always wanted to sign with Starlight International Group. If you think pleasing Agnes can sign you to Starlight International Group, then you might as well please me, Agnes has no place in our family at all.” Ava said, “You’re underestimating me. Starlight International Group isn’t the only agency in the world 1, Ava, don’t need to suck up to anyone. If Agnes has no status in your house, why is she the lead actress in this play and you’re just a supporting actress?” The words really angered Beatrice. Beatrice was too angry to speak, but an idea came to her suddenly. Beatrice changed her tone. “Ava, i remember you auditioned for the lead role too before, didn’t you?” Ava asked, “What do you want to say?” Beatrice shared, “Here’s the truth. Agnes was shoved in there because this play was co–produced by my dad and Ivan. My dad wanted to get Agnes into the entertainment. industry, so he forced her into the lead role. In fact, you were the first in the audition, but because of Agnes, you could only play a supporting role.” Ava said, “Don’t try to stir things up. I won’t believe you.” Beatrice played innocent, “I’m not lying Doesn’t it seem odd? You and Agnes go to the same school, but she’s a journalism student. How did she suddenly get into acting, and as the lead? Anyone would find that hard to believe. Plus, she’s doing this play just to get close to Justin.” The mention of Justin shocked Ava Beatrice knew Ava had a crush on Justin because she once accidentally discovered a fan tattoo of Justin behind Ava’s ear. Beatrice went on, “Did you know Agnes is a super fan of Justin? She doesn’t show it in public, but her room is filled with Justin’s posters. She’s doing this play just to get close to him” When Ava got back to the dorm, Agnes could tell something was off. Agnes asked, “What’s wrong? You seem to be in bad mood” Ava said, “Where did you go after work? I couldn’t find you” Agnes replied, “Oh, I went to the food street for dinner. I forgot to tell you.” Ava’s face changed slightly, “You’re saying you ate street food tonight?” Agnes nodded, “Yes, grilled meat.” Ava muttered, “I see.” Then she climbed onto the upper bunk and lay down with her back to Agnes. Agnes felt confused, her gut telling her Ava didn’t seem very happy Agnes didn’t tell Ava she was with Justin, fearing it would upset her more. Agnes knew Ava had feelings for Justin, but she didn’t ask or intentionally mention it.. Ava lay in bed, feeling restless. Justin had just dropped her off in his Ferrari. They clearly had dinner together. There’s no way Justin would eat at a street stall with her. Everyone knew Justin was very picky about his food. He never ate what the crew provides and always had his own chef cook for him Agnes was obviously lying It seemed what Beatrice said wasn’t all false. Ava clenched her fists under the covers.
Agnes knew Justin was going to eat, but she didn’t think he would eat the kind of food that was bought at the food street stalls Everyone in the crew was eating cheap meals at noon today, even the director was no exception Only Justin was enjoying something different, and no one dared to question his special treatment. Agnes asked, “Are you sure you can go in there with me and get out safely?” This was the food street in University Town Although it was summer vacation, 90% of the students chose to stay because they heard Justin was filming there. The shooting location at the university was closed off. But since the set was built, there were always crowds of onlookers every day if Justin suddenly appeared on this food street now, it might cause confusion among the crowd Justin was aware of this Justin said, “Then you go and buy it. I’ll wait for you in the car. I want barbecue, with lots of chili.” He had completely considered himself part of this place. But Agnes knew that with his personality, if she didn’t listen to him, he might really go in with her. Agnes sighed helplessly and went straight to the food street. Soon, Agnes returned to the car with barbecue in her hand. Agnes had eaten barbecue many times before, but it was her first time eating it in a Ferrari. Agnes ate very carefully, fearing that she would dirty the car. In contrast, Justin was wolfing down his food. If it was someone else, Agnes might think they had bad table manners. But just because it was Justin, and whatever he did didn’t make people feel disgusted. His slender fingers holding the fork had a special aesthetic. When Justin looked up, he found Agnes watching him. He smiled and said, “Little princess, do you think I look especially handsome even when I’m eating?” Agnes frowned, leaned in and asked seriously. “Justin, I have a question for you” Agnes leaned so close that Justin was a bit stunned and stiffly asked, “What’s the question? Agnes seriously said, “Do you have narcissistic personality disorder?” Justin was stunned. Agnes had already leaned back and took a bite of barbecue: “Hasn’t anyone ever told you?” -Justin snorted, and took out another small mirror: “Narcissism is a description of those who look average and feel overly good about themselves, but I am so good–looking. how can there be a possibility of narcissism?” Agnes shook her head, full of disgust, and mumbled, “Fine, I have nothing to say” After dinner, Justin insisted on dropping her off at the dormitory After getting out of the car, Agnes hurried him to leave, as the dormitory entrance was a hotspot for female students. But Justin lowered the car window: “Little princess, aren’t you going to give me a goodbye kiss?” Agnes turned around and ran into the dormitory building. Justin, with a smile on his face, started the engine and left. This scene was captured on Beatrice’s phone. She had just seen Agnes get into Justin’s car, guessed that Justin might take Agnes back, so she waited here. As long as there was a hint of a scandal between Agnes and Justin, the fans who were obsessed with him would definitely slander her. Just as Beatrice was smirking, Ava appeared behind her. Ava sternly asked. “What are you filming?” Ava saw the photo. The photo clearly showed Agnes getting out of Justin’s car and Justin’s side profile. Ava seemed to guess something Ava said, “You should know that during the shooting period, in order to keep it secret, all photos from the set can’t be made public. Besides, Agnes, as the female lead, has not been announced to the public yet. If you publish the photos directly, Director Zoe will blame it, and no one can afford it.”
Chapter 98 Justin closed the convertible roof and gnnned. “Agnes, what have I ever done to you?” Agnes wanted to tell him straight up, don’t bother me again. But she knew Justin He was just like that, spontaneous, and maybe he didn’t just act like this with her. In his eyes, she might just be a fun toy, an entertainment tool for this superstar who was always in the spotlight. Agnes did not like this feeling, so she was going to clear things up with him today. Agnes said, “Justin, I hope you stop messing around with me, I’m not your toy. Or rather, there are plenty of people who are willing to be your toy why me?” Justin, driving, turned his head and innocently asked, “When did I ever mess with you?” “A year ago, you proposed to me out of nowhere, now you’re flirting with me on set, causing all sorts of misunderstandings Isn’t that messing with me? Justin laughed. “A year ago, when I proposed to you, I was serious. You rejected me and I was upset for a long time.” Agnes asked, “Can you tell me why you proposed to me? To me, it seems there’s no reason other than you being crazy” Agnes’s voice got more serious. She didn’t want to complicate things with Justin. Even if it made him angry, keeping distance would be a good thing. But Justin didn’t seem angry at all, “Agnes, did I ever tell you my goal is to marry into a rich family‘?” Agnes was taken aback, she thought for a while and said, ‘So I’m just a target for you, you proposed to me just for the resources of Starlight International Group?” But what she couldn’t understand was, Justin was already the hottest star at Starlight International Group. They had already given him the best resources The situation now should be that Starlight International Group was afraid he wouldn’t renew his contract, not him trying to suck up to them. So, he really had no reason to worry about resources. Justin said, “If it’s for resources, then you’re underestimating me, Justin” Agnes said. “Then why? The Pritchard family isn’t exactly top–tier rich, there are plenty of socialites who like you. You’re interested in The Pritchard family. I have a younger sister, she’s my father s current wife’s daughter, compared to me, she should be of higher value to you.” Justin said, “I don’t like your sister” “What about others? The Pritchard family can’t even make it into the Big Four of Willowbrook Town, what exactly do you want?” Justin suddenly turned his head, lightly tapped Agnes’s cheek, “Silly girl, it’s all for you” Agnes was left speechless, it seemed like the conversation was back to square one. She didn’t believe that Justin, a top–tier person in the entertainment industry who had seen so many top–tier beauties, would be interested in her, an ordinary person. Agnes looked disappointed, she didn’t want to talk to Justin anymore. Justin glanced at her and smiled, “Little princess, what do you want for dinner tonight?” Agnes looked up and saw that they were near the school, a few more steps and they would be at the nearby food street. Agnes quickly said. “Stop the car, I’ll eat here.” The car stopped by the side of the road. Agnes just wanted to have a beef hamburger, but she didn’t expect Justin to get off the car too. Agnes asked suspiciously, “What are you going to do?” Justin said, “Having dinner with you. You don’t think I’m a ghost who doesn’t need to eat, do you?”
Chapter 97 Jared had left and everyone immediately surrounded Agnes. “Agnes, are you close with Mr. Whitfield? Why is he so sweet to you?” “Mr. Whitfield tying your shoelaces was such a gentlemanly and handsome move, it made us all really happy” “Agnes, does Mr. Whitfield have a thing for you?” “Do you two have some secret? Agnes, I heard you’ve been promised a position, is it because of Mr. Whitfield?* It finally dawned on Agnes Jared must have done this on purpose, making her the center of attention! Agnes deliberately said loudly. “Have any of you heard of obsessive–compulsive disorder, I heard that Mr. Whitfield is a serious patient with obsessive–compulsive disorder, so when he saw that my shoelaces were loose, he would definitely help to tie them up. Didn’t you notice his relieved expression just after tying the shoelaces? This is a typical manifestation of obsessive–compulsive disorder patients.” Everyone was enlightened. Although Agnes was also the lady of a wealthy family, she and Jared seemed to be from two worlds. Jared, even being a star in their circle, never gave Agnes a second look He couldn’t possibly be interested in a newbie like Agnes. This explanation made more sense. Everyone silently decided, the next time Jared appeared again, they must quietly loosen their shoelaces. Meanwhile, Ivan, standing in the hallway of the third floor, witnessed all this. He almost laughed out loud as Jared walked up to him. Ivan said to Jared, “Your wife is interesting” Jared replied coldly. “Weren’t you supposed to use a stand–in for the kiss scene?” Ivan innocently responded, “Things change, I did find a stand–in. But they didn’t use him, I can’t do anything about it, I’m not the director.” Jared knew he couldn’t blame Ivan. He saw Agnes volunteered. Thinking about it made Jared even more uneasy Ivan continued, “Jared, there’s one thing I still have to tell you. Justin actually proposed to your wife a year ago. I know Justin, he seems like a playboy but he hasn’t had a real girlfriend in years. When he was at the top of Century Entertainment, he suddenly signed with Starlight International Group on his own initiative. After so many years, I still can’t figure it out. Now I’m thinking does this have anything to do with Agnes?” Jared’s face darkened, Ivan said, “I had no idea your young wife had so many fans. Where did you find such a character?” Jared didn’t respond, frowning. Ivan found that this man really cared about this woman. Just as Agnes was leaving the villa, Justin’s Ferrari pulled up in front of her Justin said, “Get in the car.” Agnes didn’t want to get in the car, afraid it would cause unnecessary rumors, but Justin just slowly drove alongside her. His car was a convertible, and Justin whistled at her casually, which Agnes felt drew more attention. Finally, out of options, Agnes got in and said, “Justin, can you not do this in the future?”