Babel Novel
Chapter 71
“I have one more condition.” Copyright by Nôv/elDrama.Org.
Xanthea asked, “What’s that?”
“You’re not allowed to sign with Starlight Media!”
“Starlight Media? What about this company? What’s so special about
“That’s my company!”
Isabella’s face turned livid with imitation. Even though she didn’t really care about her, with all the gossip online about her, how could Xanthea not even know which company she belonged to?
“Xanthea, don’t think I can’t see you trying to cozy up to our CEO! Forget about signing with Starlight Media and riding on the CEO’s coattails to fame!”
What was she on about?
Xanthea was still trying to grasp what she was accusing her of when Isabella stormed off, bag slung over her shoulder.
Driven by curiosity, Xanthea googled “Starlight Media” and a flood of information came up, ending with, “Starlight Media, a subsidiary of the Lockwood Group, represents artists like Isabella, Shirley, and others, with the group’s CEO – Orion Lockwood.”
Seeing Orion’s name made Xanthea’s eyebrows twitch. She then mockingly gestured a thumbs–up towards Isabella’s retreating figure, “What’s that about? Which part of me exactly seems like I’m after your CEO?”
Isabella vaguely heard her mockery but chose not to respond.
She really hadn’t seen any signs of Xanthea aiming for the CEO, but Orion’s peculiar attention towards her gave Isabella an ominous feeling. If one day Xanthea became the CEO’s wife.
She wouldn’t need half a year, overnight, the title of “Nation’s Top Tycoon’s Wife” could make her a global sensation. And becoming the boss’s wife would mean Isabella could never surpass her. So, she was adamant about not letting Xanthea sign with Starlight Media Proximity could lead to opportunity.
Oliver had just boarded his plane when his phone rang with a call from Xanthea.
*Xan, I was just about to call you. Director Hawthorne was telling me how much he enjoyed working with you on the music video. He praised your acting and looks!
He said you’re a natural talent, quick on the uptake, a real gem for acting, and that your stunning appearance is exactly what’s rare in the showbiz today. It’s a pity you’re not interested in this path.”
“Uncle Oliver, I’ve decided I want to start my career.”
“What?”
As soon as Xanthea finished speaking, Oliver almost doubled his ears, “Xan, did you just say you want to start your career? Really? Did I hear wrong, or are you joking? Weren’t you disinterested in the showbiz? What made you change your mind?”
Covering her forehead, Xanthea smiled helplessly. She hadn’t anticipated things would turn this way.
“It’s because, well, I actually enjoyed the music video shoot today and after hearing some advice from Director Hawthome, I thought! might as well give it a try”
“That’s fantastic!”
Oliver was beyond thrilled. His Oli hea Media, which had waited for many years, finally had its star!
He had founded Oli hea Media, a play on his and Xanthea’s names, hoping that one day Xan would join the company. Now, his dream was coming true!
“Xan, rest assured, once you join the company, you’ll be our top star. I’ll do everything I can to propel you to the pinnacle of the
showbiz!”