Chapter 330 Drink More Hot Water
Emma struck up a conversation with Ernest, with most of the questions coming from her and Ernest patiently answering. Throughout the interaction, Ernest remained attentive and never showed the slightest hint of impatience.
Although Emma was excited, she was also measured, only asking some trivial questions and not delving into his privacy.
'Today, she had her fill of joy, meeting her idol.'Emma thought and her smile never faded.
After about an hour, Emma finally quieted down.
Jimmy couldn't help but speak up, "Sorry, Ernest's time out is limited. He probably needs to go back."
Luann pulled out a business card from her pocket and handed it over.
She knew that as a newly popular artist, Ernest's schedule must be packed with engagements arranged by his company. This impromptu visit was likely squeezed in by postponing some of his tasks.
"Isn't this an advertiser?" Jimmy was stunned, "What is this for?"
"Thank you for coming all the way here. Just call this number and mention my name. I've already given them a heads-up," Luann said with a smile.
Jimmy naturally understood that this was Luann's way of compensating them.
Ernest furrowed his brow and said, "You're too kind. I already had an engagement on the Upper West Side, you..."
Jimmy interrupted him, "Then thank you very much."
"You're welcome."
As they left, Emma was still waving behind them and said, "Ernest! I'll always support you!"
Once outside, they got into the car. Ernest asked, "What's that business card for?"
Jimmy waved the business card in his hand, "Do you know how powerful this advertiser is? The combined fame of your current ten ads doesn't even compare to this one!"
"Anyone who would refuse this must be a fool, right?"
"Besides, you offered your charm, and she offered resources. Isn't that quite normal in this industry?"
"You don't need to feel guilty. With Luann's current influence and background, turning an ordinary person into a movie star wouldn't be difficult."
Ernest remained silent.
Inside the private room, Emma was still excitedly holding Luann's hand, thanking her profusely, "Luann, thank you so much! I never thought I'd see my idol in my lifetime!"
Luann patted her shoulder and said, "You deserve this. From now on, focus on your studies."
"I've already arranged the school for you. You'll report there next month."Luann said.
Emma nodded, full of determination. "Alright!"
After parting with Emma, Luann called Holly. "How's Wilber doing lately?"
Holly's voice was lazy, "He's been all lovey-dovey with his ex-girlfriend every day. They just got out of the hospital, and their relationship is really strong."
"By the way, hasn't the Weaver Family given you any trouble?"
"With the big stir you caused this time, hasn't your father been trying to get money from you?"
Luann replied calmly, "He's probably already scheming about the best way to do it."
"What?" Holly was a bit puzzled.
"Do you think after this incident, he'll still be as overbearing as before?"
Holly slowly realized. "Makes sense. But they're quite patient, aren't they? They haven't started planning yet?"
Just as she finished speaking, Luann's phone rang. "Is the show starting?"
The call was from Mike, sounding weak and unwell.
He didn't say much, only asked her to come back for dinner in the evening.
After hanging up, Mike furrowed his brows, his face expressionless as Juliet applied makeup on him.
"Do you really think this plan will work? Luann isn't a fool. Will she fall for our trick?"
Juliet made his face look somewhat pale and said, "Regardless, she is your biological daughter. She can't just ignore your life and death, can she?"
Mike was a bit worried. "I still think we can't fool her. Even if we could, with Luann's cold and hard nature, she definitely won't give me the money."
Juliet smiled wryly and said, "There's no way she'll give up the money! We'll take her to court and sue her! Her own father is on his deathbed, and she's rolling in cash. How can she not support you?"
With her words, the heavy stone in Mike's heart finally settled.He said, "Right! At worst, we'll go down together!"
'God knows how shocked and astonished he was when he found out Luann was Avoida!
Avoida's annual earnings rank on the national rich list!
Luann was just sitting there, collecting money every day!
Because he was Luann's father; she had to show him some respect.'Mike thought.
At six in the evening, Luann stepped into the Weaver Family's house right on time.
Because only a few lights were on inside, so it seems a bit dim.
Juliet and Mike sat on the sofa, the atmosphere somber.
Mike's face, illuminated by the light, looked sickly pale, and he coughed occasionally, appearing to be in poor condition.
Luann walked over and glanced around,saying, "Where's Brianna?"
Mike replied in a low voice, "She went to her mother's house."
Luann responded, "Is dinner ready? I'm hungry."
Hearing her words, Mike's mouth twitched.
'His face looks this terrible, and all Luann can think about is food? No sense of filial piety at all!' Mike thought.
Juliet, seemingly reading Mike's mind, spoke up, "Luann, don't you see your father's poor condition? Don't you care at all? Since you haven't been back for so long, anyone would think you no longer live on the Upper West Side. You even didn't come once a month!"
Luann glanced at Mike's face and responded, "Drink more hot water."
Mike and Juliet fell silent. Luann asked the next question, "So, what's wrong with Dad?"
Mike lowered his head and sighed deeply. He hung his head, seemingly unwilling to say more.
Juliet gritted her teeth and tugged at Mike's hand.
"Dad, just tell Luann! How long can you keep this a secret? She'll find out sooner or later!"
Luann offered a gentle reminder, "It doesn't seem like you're trying to keep it a secret from me."
Ignoring Luann's words, Juliet continued her act, "Dad, even though Luann doesn't have deep feelings for us, I believe that she won't abandon you and will take good care of you!"
"Is this moral blackmail starting now?" Luann raised an eyebrow.
Juliet could hardly contain her anger. She said,"Can you stop making such sarcastic remarks? You don't even know what Dad has been through!"
"His health is very poor now. The doctor said he's in the late stage and doesn't have much time left."
"I don't expect you to be nice to Dad. I just hope you can come and see us more often before he leave."
Luann looked puzzled and said, "Really? He seems quite healthy. Could it be that he's done too many bad things and is now facing retribution?"
"Be careful. False words can become true."
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