Chapter 546Larissa went outside with Emmy while also signaling to her assistant manager with her eyes that he should head back himself first.Emmy stopped at the elevator and asked Larissa, “Do you have a bar here?” She did not look good, and her smile was very forced. The fourth floor of Winston Hotel was a […]
Chapter 545 Larissa was about to say something to smooth things over when Morgan’s phone rang. Ending the confrontation he had with Emmy, Morgan felt for his phone in his packet. In the next second, his face appeared frozen. Emmy swiftly snatched his phone from him. “Hey! What are you doing!” Morgan tried to get it back, but Emmy had already backed away till she was hiding behind Larissa. This all happened so fast that the crowd had no time to react. Emmy answered the call and put it on speakerphone. “Morgan!” An overly attentive and sweet voice of a woman came through the phone’s speakers, and everyone heard it. Larissa froze at once. That voice was familiar as hell, it was just that the tone was massively different from the way that she usually heard it. Emmy said nothing as she turned to look at Morgan with a cold smile on her face. “You promised to help me make an appointment to have a meal with Mr. Stephens of Olympus Entertainment before. What about it? Has it been decided?” Yvette was filled with hope. Olympus Entertainment was a new film production company that was just established last year. Although they had only been around for a short time, they were quite well–known in the industry–everyone knew that Olympus Entertainment was filthy rich, for the paycheck they could give was twice as much as what other companies could offer. As a result, even if the films produced by them were box office bombs, they could still invite A–listers or mega A–listers to join their productions. An amazing company like this naturally drew the attention of many. However, practically no one had ever heard of Kelvin Stephens, the boss of Olympus Entertainment until he established his company. No one knew what his background was either. Some people guessed that he was the “minion” of some bigwig, who had the mission of using this film production company to help his boss launder money. But this was merely speculation without any solid proof. Emmy’s eyes grew colder, and Morgan was more embarrassed than ever, sweat beginning to bead his forehead. He opened his mouth wanting to answer Yvette’s question, but also kept looking at Emmy’s eyes to see what signal she was giving off. Emmy simply handed the phone over to him. Morgan did not know if he should take the phone, because it seemed that no matter what he did, he would be making a mistake. Seeing all the people enjoying the show from his peripheral Morgan made himsell take the phone for his own dignity in the end. “Sorry. Mr. Stephens is just too busy Morgan was quite polite, and did not look like he had been “holding a grudge against Yvette for several years.” Emmy’s face darkened at once. “Could you give me Mr. Stephens‘ number? Il call him myself?” Yvette did not give up. *Sure. I send it to you later.” Morgan said before quickly ending the call, Emmy huffed coldly and looked away. “I don’t feel well” She scooped up her backpack that was on the chair and held Larissa’s hand. Larissa, come get some fresh air with me.”
Chapter 544 This was the first time that Larissa had ever heard of Yvette’s past. It was not her fault for being ill–informed. The truth was, the first time she knew that Yvette was once a famous celebrity was during her second year in high school. She went to the teacher’s office to get the test papers at noon when she heard a couple of teachers talking and lamenting about it. Technology was not as advanced then as it was today, Computers were still luxurious items to the average family, and phones could only be used to call and text. Television and the news were the only two ways that people could get information, Yvette had stopped shooting movies for many years, so she was no longer prevalent in the media. The Seymours had never bothered with Larissa, and her peers at the time knew nothing about Yvelle either. After she had grown up and gotten to use the internet, Larissa never ever looked Yvetle up, probably because she hated her. It was only when some Instagram marketing accounts would periodically put together pictures of “real” beauties from the past who did not rely on plastic surgery or Photoshop to look pretty, did Larissa find out about her. Because without fail Yvette would be on the list. Those who commented on such posts were mostly people who had seen the works produced by these beauties before–some were even young people who had only seen the pictures of said beauties, and their comments were all compliments as well as nostalgia for that bygone era. Larissa did not know what sort of response to give Emmy, so she just smiled without saying anything. It was probably because Emmy felt triumphant that she got more excited with her speech as she was feeling good. “Morgan was so cool! Just slammed the phone down!” When she got to this bit, she cackled non–stop while glancing at Morgan, her voice a little teasing. ” tell you this in secret, don’t tell anyone–Don’t be fooled by his robust appearance, he’s pretty petty! He’s held a grudge over Yvette insulting him for several years! And he’s finally gotten back at her!” Her voice grew louder, and so Morgan, who was next to her, heard every single word that she said. “Honestly, you – Morgan was a little uncomfortable as his past was exposed, but he could not blow up in front of so many people, so he smiled awkwardly instead. “Don’t be shy!” Emmy patted Morgan’s thigh, seemingly comforting yet teasing at the same time. Just in this time period alone, there’s got to be at least ten directors who rejected Yvette. I heard that there was someone going around telling all production companies to not use Yvette at al Although Larissa was shocked that Yvette’s popularity was so bad now, she was not too surprised. She had witnessed Yvette’s snobbery countless times, and the snobbery in the entertainment industry was a thousand times worse than Yvette’s. When Yvette was popular and had some influence, all the directors and producers had to be deferential to her even if they hated her. Now that she had tumbled into the abyss and lost all of her status, no one, of course, had to treat her cordially. They were already “merciful” enough to her when they did not add insult to injury and kick her further when she was down. “Everyone still remembers the things that she did! So, serves her right, I say!” Emmy turned to seek Morgan’s agreement. “Am I right?” “That’s enough. It’s a happy day today, why’d you bring her up for?” Morgan waved his hand and had a look of disgust on his face. “What a spoilsport!” Emmy pursed her lips but stopped taking. Having stayed here for too long, the assistant manager. who was s eyes. Larissa nodded and finished the half–glass of red wine she had left. silting across the table, frantically kept sending Larissa hints with his “Emmy, Morgan, enjoy yourselves. I have to go.” at lor!” Emmy hooked onto her arm. “We’ve still got a part two for the party! Join us!” Morgan glared at Emmy and yanked her hand off Larissa’s arm. “Larissa sill has work to do, don’t cause trouble!” “How am I causing trouble?” Emmy’s temper began to flare a little when he chided her. I just want to chat with Larissa for a little while longer, how is that wrong? What, you can chat with Yvette, but I can’t chat with Larissa?” Morgan’s glare made his eyes pop out even more, and his lace was redder than bellore. 1/2 Larissa never expected things to take such a tum. Emmy had just been bragging about Morgan’s dismissiveness of Yvette and was rather proud of it, but now when listening to her voice, it seemed like Morgan and Yvette had something going on. Sensing the strange atmosphere over here, the banquet gradually quieted down as everyone else cast their gazes of curiosity over to the whirpool of conflict that was churning at the moment.
Chapter 543 Soon, Jack called too. “We’ve found out where Ron is. Your daughter’s with him.” Ron was temporarily living in a private house on the outskirts of the city. It was a secluded area, with larmland all around. The neighbors were all placed very far apart from each other, which was a perfect place to hide a person. Jack had sent in a team lo stake out the area nearby. They were to report to him the moment they heard or saw anything. Kevan grunted in acknowledgment. “Thank you for your hard work.” “Not at all this is what we should be doing.” Jack said cheerfully. “Oh, by the way, about your grandpa-” Kevan froze, his pupils dilating. “Yes?” “Roland’s body has been cremated, so we can’t perform an autopsy, which means we cant figure out how he died exactly. Although i really want to help you, I can’t file a case based on your suspicions. As for Cody. I’ve used my personal connections to help you check. He did not exhibit any strange behavior before Roland passed. So- Jack did not say the rest of the sentence out loud, but Kevan already guessed it. Even if Grandpa’s death may be connected to Cody, he could not do anything to him because of a lack of evidence. “I got it.” Kevan replied in a low voice. He had plenty of ways to deal with Cody. But Grandpa—would have to remain in the alterlite now with his grievances, if he had any. Kevan raised his hand and blocked off the piercing glare of the sunlight passing through the window as well as hiding the tears in his eyes from view. Yet another production crew had wrapped up their timing and booked a restaurant at the hotel for their farewell party. Larissa brought her assistant manager with her as usual to meet up with them. The party was already halfway through, and the attendees were in the midst of drinking. The banquet hall was packed with the sounds of people as many moved between tables and seats Larissa and her assistant manager squeezed past the crowd and barely managed to reach the main table. There were many people coming over here to make toasts. The director, producer, and main cast members were already flushed from the amount of drinking that they have dore. “Larissa! Come.come The producer, Emmy Parry, waved heartily at Larissa before pulling her to her side. “Morgan and I are still going to shoot in Bartham for our next movie, so we’ll still be staying in your hotel by then. You’ve gotta give me a discount!” “Of course.” Larissa smiled composedly while responding. Emmy and the director, Morgan, were a married couple as well as business partners for many years. Morgan was quite lammous in the industry, and all the domestic television shows he directed always had a high viewership rating. Reportedly, many A–list actors kept trying everything they could to join his films. Morgan produced his own films. He and Emmy established a film production compary where Emmy was the producer as well as the coordinator. Larssa had the most interaction with Emmy, so they gradually grew familar with each other. Emmy introduced Larissa to a few of the main creators of the creative team before helping Larissa out with the hotel business. “This is the general manager of Winston Hotel, Ms. Seymour, She’s a wonderful person. Next time when you come to Bartham to sheet, you can find her for accommodation matters.” Larissa went with the flow and gave her business card to every person seated at the table. Emmy was very hospitable, and when she got drunk, she became a challerbox loo. I was easy for Larissa to come here, but extremely deficult to leave. Emmy chatted with her nonstop. “We’re already casting for our next film. Currently, the male and female leads are Cameron Mils and Jenna Berry Hey, do you know Yvette Xander? The wife of the boss of Cosmic Entertainment? She was pretty famous when she young, but quit the industry and got married at the height of her career. Now that Cosmic is falling apart, she says she wants to shoot 1/2 “Yeah I’ve seen the news.” Larissa said, her expression remaining unchanged. Emmy snorted lightly. “Kinda pitiful, to be sure. But no matter whal, a pitiful person would be sure to have something detestable about them! That Yvette…” She leaned closer to Larissa and murmured. “She used to be a domineering bitch in the industry and was contemptuous to everyone. Countless actors and actresses have been under her fire. Including Morgan! At that time, Yvette jabbed a finger at him and insulted him for not knowing how to shoot films, so much so that he did not even dare to breathe. He was as pathetic as they come! “Guess what? Just the day before yesterday, Morgan got a call from Yvette, and she was practically groveling to get him to give her a role! How the tables have turned!”
Chapter 542“Do we still prepare the money then?” Dylan returned to the subject at hand. “Since we now know that Ron is the one who kidnapped Bethany, the police can just go over to arrest him now, right?”Hearing this. Kevan frowned lightly. “You actually gol someone to ready the money?”Dylan stared at him in astonishment.
Chapter 541“Do you want to have someone prepare the money? Oylan asked.“Of course.” Kevan did not hesitate on this issue.Dylan immediately got up to make a call on the balcony.“Are you feeling better now? Kevan asked Larissa.He just asked this without any preamble, and Larissa took some time to gather herself belare retorting, “Feeling better
Chapter 540*Finish your food.’ Kevan finally retracted his cullery, but his oppressive gaze remained fixed on Larissa.Larissa only fell that he was being ludicrous. “Your daughter has been kidnapped!” she repeated. “How can you still eat?”Even she-a byslander who hated Bethany, could not help but be anxious. As Bethany’s father, Kevan’s current actions were a
Chapter 539She was not deliberately trying to distance hersell from him-She was able to distinguish between situations clearly-she was working right now, and he, on the other hand, was a hotel guest.“Please head inside, Mr. Shields has been wailing for you.”Kevan remained in front of her though, blocking her path. “And you?” He looked down
Chapter 538Most average people would have heard of the darkness of the entertainment industry. Somel mes unspoken rules and cheating scandals would be exposed, and the crowd would make an uproar. However, this was nothing; il was merely the tip of an iceberg lor the industry.The actions of these male artists from Cosmic Entertainment completely
Chapter 537 Maybe they were only waiting for a better opportunity. She was in a constant state of tension, bringing her assistant with her wherever she went in the hotel. When she was at home, she was paranoid, needing to check the windows and door many times every night. Sometimes, she would startle herself awake at night. Larissa’s headache grew worse. She was sure that if things kept going on like this, she would develop some form of mental illness. Maybe this was the Seymours‘ true goal? Kevan and Gary were always able to gain first–hand knowledge of her mental state. Gary would find all sorts of reasons to meet with her, asking about her in roundabout ways. When she relented and complained about her troubles, he would give her some comfort. Kevan, on the other hand, could only be anxious–Aster was gone, so he did not have a legitimate reason to meet with her. If he randomly went over to her home, she would probably chase him away. “What should I do?” he asked Dylan, who had long since returned from Covenford. He would go to Kevan’s office at noon every day and have lunch with him. “You have three options.” Dylan raised three lingers. “One, confess your love to Larissa so you can care about her in a justilled manner- you can pass on this option because a wuss like you would never choose this.” The moment he finished. Kevan gave him a piercing glare, which he ignored, continuing. “Two, numb yourself with work. If you don’t see it you won’t feel frustrated over it. No matter how you look at L Larissa is of no concem to you.” Kevan could not be bothered to even glare at him this time. “Enough, shut your mouth.” “I’m not even finished- Dylan was displeased. “Why are you so impatient?” “I don’t need to listen to the rest to know that it’s all bullshit” Kevan returned his attention and focus on the documents before him. He decided that his prior action on asking Dylan for advice was his brain “shorting out“-He should have known. After all when it came to research on women, Dylan was no better than he was. “The third way is definitely useful!” Dylan moved closer to him, ignoring whether or not he wished to listen, and said in his ear, “You can solve Larissa’s troubles at the root cause.” Kevan was signing something when he paused, an eyebrow–raising as his interest was piqued by Dylan’s words. “What are the specifics of such an approach?” he asked. “Bring down Cosmic Entertainment and ensure that the Seymours are unable to make any comebacks.” Dylan’s eyes glinted. Kevan took Dylan’s words to heart. Cosmic Entertainment was on the verge of being bankrupt anyway. All he needed to do was add fuel to the fire- In a single night, the news of a bunch of Cosmic Entertainment artists doing drugs made headlines on several big media outlets. The paparazzi captured clear pictures in which every artist at the party was exposed in various unbecoming states. With such concrete proof hammered into existence, countless fans were raging online and unfollowing their former idols. Other netizens who were enjoying the show while fanning the flames of “war” were leaving abusive tweets on the Twitter accounts of the involved artists. The police also brought all artists involved with doing drugs to the police station to investigate them firsthand. The results of the investigation were posted on the day itself. All artists who had been named in the news tested positive for contraband substances. Worse, the police inadvertently found several secretly filmed sex tapes in the phones of quite a few male artists‘ phones. The women in the tapes were mostly in states of unconsciousness. These male artists frequently shared the videos in their WhatsApp group chats to compare who took the most tapes in secret,