Chapter 122 The Fuse

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After saying this, George Taylor happened to see Clara Bennett walking slowly from a distance. His face immediately blossomed into a gentle smile, as radiant as the rising sun. He raised his right hand, waving gently, and called out loudly to Clara Bennett: "Clara, where did you just go? I was just thinking about where to find you!" His tone was full of joy at seeing her. Nell Sue heard this intimate address, which stirred a jealousy so strong that it felt like a jolt of electricity surging through her, and suddenly she understood! Her expression became somewhat complex, even tinged with anger. "Damn it!" This word sounded silently in her mind, and immediately after, a thought quickly formed: Without a doubt, Clara Bennett must have also played the role of a devoted fan to successfully close the gap with George Taylor! She watched helplessly as George Taylor approached Clara Bennett with extreme enthusiasm, each step seemingly eager to get closer to his target, the intimacy between them making her incredibly furious. The anger within her felt like a fuse that had been ignited, ready to explode, almost consuming her entirely. In fact, she did not have particularly deep feelings for George Taylor; she needed strong connections to stay longer in this circle. Initially, she saw George Taylor as an important resource to aid her efforts. But now it seemed all her efforts had turned into bubbles. It was so easily taken by Clara Bennett! Biting her lower lip, Nell Sue’s fingers quickly slid, finding the photos she had just taken of Clara Bennett in traditional cheongsam attire, and sent them one by one to the investor who had long harbored ulterior motives toward her. As she edited the message, a cold smile hung at her lips, writing: [Mr. Johnson, it seems your taste is indeed unique! Look at these pictures, truly dazzling and charming. Compared to her, I’m really just plain and incomparable to her allure.] "Hmph!" The message tone from her phone seemed to declare loudly, transmitting Nell Sue’s disdain, "Clara Bennett, do you think no one knows about your scheme to seduce men with your looks? Let’s see who plays the game better. I don’t mind. Let’s slowly await the result." In fact, Nell Sue was well aware that the other party was by no means a good person, and she was certain that seeing these pictures would indeed greatly pique their interest in Clara Bennett. And so, to make the situation even more chaotic and uncontrollable, she deliberately threw a little more wood on this soon-to-be-roaring fire. Sure enough, the other party soon replied to the message: [Oh Nell, from the way you’re talking, do you know her? This girl’s indeed quite likable.] Faced with such a blunt question, Nell Sue didn’t hesitate long before replying quickly: [Not easy to befriend her that easily.] To my knowledge, she’s a newcomer who’s just recently debuted and is currently under the management of Kai Entertainment. Mr. Johnson quickly followed up: [Do you know what kind of personality this kid has? I’m planning to host a small get-together tonight, inviting both of you for dinner. By the way, you can meet several friends in the advertising business.] In response to this proposal, Nell Sue simply gave a cold snort, her heart already planning her next steps. This guy really wants to drag her into this mess, facilitating connections—it’s simply wishful thinking. How could he think of such an idea? Did he really believe she would willingly help him? So naive. She wouldn’t involve herself in this muddy water; after all, once tangled in such matters, it could even ruin her future. However, if Mr. Johnson is willing to approach Clara Bennett, that’s exactly what she’d prefer—it would save her a lot of trouble. Nell Sue sighed slightly, her tone humble: "Mr. Johnson, I’m really sorry, I’m definitely not up to par with this newbie. You know, in our line of work, strength is one thing, and connections are also extremely important. She’s definitely got the bright future of a heroine, shining wherever she goes. And as for me, I’m merely an insignificant supporting character. Just earlier in the dressing room, I stood beside her, but she didn’t even glance at me, directly seeking out Lena." "Lena is a veteran designer in the industry, quite reputable, and forming a connection with her is indeed a more realistic choice for her. Now she’s chatting warmly with Taylor, and they seem to be getting along quite well. Alas, as someone like me without much background, it’s naturally very hard for me to step into her sight. However, this newcomer does seem to have an ambition, appearing very driven, which is quite impressive. If you appreciate such people and want to support her, perhaps she might also be willing to accept. This way, your cooperation might be mutually beneficial." Nell Sue’s words seemed plain but were calculated every step of the way. Between the lines, she insinuated that Clara Bennett liked cozying up to power and chasing fame. Once Mr. Johnson hears these words, he surely believes he has a great opportunity. After all, in the entertainment circle, there is never a shortage of newcomers eager to climb up by all means around investors holding resources. They will do whatever it takes to seek opportunities, even at any costs. But upon closer inspection, Nell Sue’s words seem watertight, leaving no concrete evidence of anything. She was extremely careful with her words, afraid of saying anything that could be used against her, as in such a complicated place, one must speak and act with caution to avoid unnecessary trouble. This way she could achieve her purpose without getting herself into trouble in the future. At this moment, everyone’s eyes turned to Clara Bennett and George Taylor, only to see the two still engaged in conversation, apparently completely unaware of the various glances being cast around them. And from the perspective of an onlooker, especially in Nell Sue’s eyes, a trace of jealousy and malice flashed across her face like lightning. "Did this newcomer know Grant beforehand?" As Nell Sue was privately pondering, she suddenly heard a somewhat sharp voice beside her, causing her to frown slightly and withdraw her gaze from the talking pair. As she turned around, she found it was Yvonne Young, the second female lead, who had unknowingly stood beside her, evidently attracted by the unusual atmosphere after finishing her makeup removal. Suddenly, as if a stroke of inspiration flashed through her mind, an idea surged in Nell Sue’s heart, a thought that might bring more benefits quietly emerged. In fact, Nell Sue knew some things that outsiders didn’t know. Previously, Yvonne Young had collaborated with George Taylor and had publicly expressed in interviews that she was one of George Taylor’s supporters, though it was merely a polite statement on the surface. But for Nell Sue, who was eager to find a breakthrough in the topic at this moment, it was as precious a clue, making her quite excited.

Chapter 122 The Fuse

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