Chapter 651 Exposed
[However, Samuel, always the cool cat, is playing a lively rookie cop. Although the image doesn't quite fit, Samuel's his acting skills should make up for it, especially with Oscar directing. Let's wait and see. It ought to come out a good movie.]
[Natalie, even though she’s new, totally nails the Zoey vibe—fresh outta college and ready to hustle. But Samuel? Big name, sure, but he doesn’t scream young and lively rookie. They should’ve gone with a younger actor.]
[For a big-shot movie like this, they should’ve picked more fresh faces. Natalie’s a solid choice; at least she’s the right age. But man, she’s too gorgeous. Zoey’s supposed to be just a regular office gal, not a knockout.]
The internet was buzzing with mixed reviews.
The production team kept an eye on things. Overall, the feedback was pretty balanced, and they all breathed a sigh of relief.
But this was a wake-up call for Juniper.
Just as Juniper was buying media coverage to hype her looks, the official stills dropped. They even posted a pic of the leads shaking hands. It was a direct hit.
Juniper had been stirring up drama left and right. Netizens were calling her out big time.
Juniper was floored as she saw the trending news. Plus, she got a warning from the producer, Ms. Dixon.
Juniper lied through her teeth, "Ms. Dixon, no way my team leaked it! I’m innocent. I hate leaks more than anyone. Why would I have the staff take and post those pics?"
This was Ms. Dixon’s second rodeo with Juniper. Juniper had done well in a historical drama Ms. Dixon produced before. This time, Juniper’s agency pushed her for the second female lead, and Ms. Dixon backed her.
This whole mess started with Juniper's jealousy.
Ms. Dixon, a savvy vet in the entertainment industry, saw right through it. Watching Juniper deny everything, Ms. Dixon didn’t push but said, "Juniper, I backed you for this role. This movie’s got major buzz, a killer team, a top male lead, and a rising female lead. You know how powerful Natalie’s connections are. Don’t mess with her."
Juniper got the hint but kept playing dumb. "Ms. Dixon, I swear I don’t know anything about the leaks."
Ms. Dixon sighed and stood up. "If that’s your story, I’ve got nothing more to say. This movie’s all about boosting Natalie. Do you really think Natalie is a pushover? She’s got class. She didn’t even bring this up in the meeting. She’s the lead, and the team’s got her back. We all know your little games. Don’t think we can’t figure it out. The surveillance footage shows the staff taking those pics. I suggest you cut it out. Oscar said if you don’t wanna act, you can leave. Plenty of actresses are dying for this role."
Juniper’s face went ghostly white.
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