bChapter /bb307 /b

    Dominic Yearwood was already waiting there with another newly signed artist. The moment Dominic spotted Jamar, he marched over and gaveva sharp smack on the back of the head in reprimand.

    “I’ve told you before not to wander around the office or disrupt people while they’re working, yet here you are barging into Ms. Lambert’s office without permission,” Dominic chided.

    Jamar gritted his teeth, a flicker of anger shing in his eyes.

    ‘Seriously? Dominic’s just a junior agent, and he thinks he can talk down to me? Once I make it big, he’ll be the first to go, he thought angrily.

    Jamar kept his head bowed, ying the victim and saying nothing.

    Skr said, “That’s enough.”

    Dominic smiled apologetically. “Ms. Lambert, I apologize for not keeping him in line. Sorry for the trouble.”

    “If you want to discipline someone, do it privately. We have real work to discuss, so don’t waste my time,” Skr said.

    “You’re absolutely right, Ms. Lambert,” Dominic said.

    Skr sat down with Domnic to discuss the career development ns for their two newly signed artists.

    “Jamar is suited to be an actor. As for Zack Larson, I think he has potential as a musician,” Dominic said.

    Though Dominic maye across as a bit goofy and unreliable, he was actually industry–renowned for his professional expertise.

    He had a sharp eye for talent.

    Dominic had both of them perform on the spot, then turned to Skr and asked, “Ms. Lambert, what do you

    Skr said, “It’s not just about suitability; we also need to consider their own career aspirations.”

    think?”

    Jamar quickly said, “I’ll go with whatever you guys

    decide.”

    Zack said earnestly, “I’d really like to try acting. It’s something I t

    I truly enjoy.”

    “But without formal acting training, pursuing this career path will be tough for you,” Skr warned.

    However, Zack remained undeterred, his voice brimming with conviction. “I want to act. No matter how hard or exhausting it gets, I won’t give up.”

    Dominic and Skr exchanged a nce.

    Skr asked, i“/iAre you sure?”

    “Absolutely,” Zack said, his voice unwavering.

    “Okay, then we’ll support your choice,” Skr said before turning to Dominic. “Dominic, thepany will provide all avable resources–the rest is up to you,” she said.

    Dominic patted his chest and said, “You can count on me, Ms. Lambert. I won’t let you down.”

    “That’s it for today. Listen to Dominic, learn whatever you can, and next time I see you, expect some surprises,” Skr said.

    In unison, Jamar and Zack replied loudly, b“/bYes, Ms. Lambert!”

    Skr left the meeting room and headed back to her office.

    Chapter b307 /b

    bWhen /bshe saw the person in the room, her eyes lit up, and she eximed, “Victor! What brings you here?”

    “I was working nearby, so I thought I’d drop by and see you.” Victor frowned as he looked her over. “You look like you’ve lost weight..

    Skrughed and waved dismissively. “No, I do not.”

    “Come on, let me take you out for a meal,” Victor said.

    He slung an arm around Skr, guiding her out like it was the most natural thing in the world. Skr did not resist.

    Arm in arm, chatting andughing, the two looked just like a young couple.

    Jamar approached with a smile. “Ms. Lambert-”

    As soon as Victor noticed Jamar approaching, his guard went up. “Who the hell are you? Back off!” he yelled.

    Skr patted Victor’s hand, signaling him to rx.

    Skr asked, “Did you need something, Jamar?”

    Jamar forced a smile. “No, nothing.”

    Skr gave him a polite nod. “I’m headed to lunch. Let’s catch up another time,” she said, then took Victor by the arm and led him away.

    Jamar’s teeth clenched as the realization hit. ‘That was Caden Yates!‘ he thought.

    ‘Seriously? Ms. Lambert and Caden? So Caden’s mysterious backer is Ms. Lambert! No wonder she turned me down. It’s because she already has Caden. With someone like Caden around, how could a nobody like me ever catch Ms. Lambert’s eye?

    ‘All that talk about rejecting backdoor deals? It’s not about principle–it’s just because she’s not into me. In her heart, I’ll neverpare to Caden. But why? What makes him so special? Damn it, this is so unfair,‘ Jamar fumed inwardly.

    AD