Female Novel
Chapter 1845
Chapter 1845
The people present shifted their attention to Nicole. She reached for the band-aid, her gaze lowered. "We can be in a fakerelationship. You help me navigate this crisis, and I'll pave the way for you in the industry. Six months down the line, we canrelease a statement citing irreconcilable differences and part ways amicably. What do you think?"
Leighton's expression darkened momentarily. "What makes you think | need your help to get into the industry?"
Nicole responded calmly, "Despite your soaring popularity, you've only recently entered the entertainment scene. Those scriptswon't fall into your lap without the right connections. Unless, of course, you're willing to seek assistance from your father orcousin."novelbin
Nicole knew exactly how to rile up Leighton. His family disapproved of his chosen career, and he was adamant about making aname for himself without their support.
Leighton gritted his teeth and retorted, "| am where | am today through my own efforts!"
Nicole raised her gaze. "So, you should understand better than anyone how challenging it is to climb to the top withoutconnections. How will you compete with other actors for roles without a network?"
"I'm still young!" Leighton argued.
"When | won my first acting award, | was no older than you when you stepped into the industry,” Nicole nonchalantly remarked.Leighton was at a loss for words.
Nicole was a well-known acting queen in the industry, a typical actress who thrived on the attention of adoring fans.
While other actors might take time to grasp the emotions and nuances of their roles, Nicole swiftly immersed herself in thecharacter upon receiving a script.
Her profound understanding of characters and adept portrayal of emotions always impressed the directors with whom shecollaborated.
Leighton was talented but was nothing compared to top-tier actors like Nicole.
Nicole had downplayed her achievement. Leighton knew that her first acting award came even earlier. When she was fourteen,she starred in a film that shocked the industry, earning her a direct nomination for Best Supporting Actress that year.
Due to her age, all she received was recognition after careful consideration from various parties. But everyone knew that Nicolewas indeed the undisputed queen.
Despite the award system being structured that way, it failed to mask her exceptional talent. Four years later, she got a GoldenFilm Award for a film she starred in that year.
Leighton had some reservations about her personality but genuinely admired her professional abilities. So, hearing
Nicole say this now made him feel a bit embarrassed.
Estelle, on the other hand, remained composed. "Ms. Aspen, Leighton hasn't completely shifted his focus to film and televisionyet. He's an idol. I’m sure you know how a public romantic relationship can jeopardize an idol's future in the early stages of theircareer. I'm sorry, but we have to reject this proposal.”
Estelle had been in the industry for years. Regardless of how grand Nicole painted the picture, it didn't sway her. Leighton had anatural talent for acting, but it was unclear how far he could go.
He was currently securing endorsements and participating in various activities due to his status as a rising star. As long asLeighton didn't act carelessly, his popularity could be sustained for a few more years. However, once a romantic relationship wasmade public, his fanbase, which majorly consisted of females, would drop him.
Most of Leighton's fans supported him primarily because of his relationship status, hoping he remained single or romanticallyavailable.
Meanwhile, there were also a number of fans who supported him mainly due to his professional achievements. They investedmoney to propel his career and disapproved of any romantic involvement that might distract him from work.
There is little one can do when fans go wild. An idol's popularity is built on their fans’ support, making it vulnerable to theirunpredictable reactions.