Cornelia's move left everyone on the backfoot, but Maja had to admit that it had paid off. Cornelia's online popularity had skyrocketed, putting her on par with top-tier Hollywood actresses.
With a slight sigh, she waved her hand dismissively.
"You've worked hard filming abroad, Cornelia. Take a couple of days off. I'll have Elvis arrange a new script for you."
Cornelia nodded and respectfully exited the room.
After she left, Maja massaged her temples, only to be interrupted by Zoey's entrance. Her injury was healing, and she had just been discharged from the hospital.
"Mr. Pennyfeather," Zoey began, "we're meeting with Director Drew tonight. He hasn't disclosed who the other investor is, but he said we'll find out when we get there. Also, he hasn't revealed our involvement to the other investor."
The project they were considering was a major movie. Initially, only one company was set to invest, but Maja had used her mentor's influence to secure half of the investment opportunity.
The script was too good to pass up and the project was estimated to cost around $30 million, with Maja and the other investor splitting the cost.
However, the other investor was likely less than thrilled about her involvement. If it wasn't for her intervention, they could've secured the entire investment and reaped ten times the profit.
Maja had been working tirelessly over the past two weeks to expand her company. Some of the partners that had been poached were slowly returning, and the company's operations were now stable.
Maja nodded. "Alright, we'll meet him at seven tonight."
Zoey knew Maja was worried about Cornelia. Cornelia had chosen to walk a risky path, intentionally leaking her controversial photo to the media.
But that path was a tough one. Facing constant criticism, a single misstep could lead to depression and worse.
Just like Antonio's ex, who had committed suicide overseas, a tragedy that went unreported.
"Mr. Pennyfeather," Zoey said, "I saw determination in Cornelia's eyes. She's not a child, and she's willing to take responsibility for her actions. You shouldn't feel guilty."
Maja was indeed worried about Cornelia's mental state.
Now that Cornelia was an overnight sensation, Maja needed Elvis to quickly develop a plan for her future roles. Cornelia's path was extreme, and if her next role wasn't striking enough, it would be impossible to clear her image.
At seven that evening, Zoey accompanied Maja to the meeting.
Dressed in her usual business attire, Maja arrived early, with Director Drew and the other investor yet to arrive.
A few minutes later, Director Drew arrived. He wasn't late. Maja was just early.
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When will get update?...
What is wrong that the author has not updated this novel in over a month or is there somewhere else that I can continue reading the novel from chapter 1951 upwards? Do tell, please. Thanks....
Is everything alright with writer?...
Author, why are there no updates after almost 2 weeks? What's going on with the updates,Author? Do update soon....
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Is author ok...
Playing too much with my emotions. It’s been 9 days and no updates. What is going on with Fitch and Zoey?...
Is author playing with our emotions?...
Why are there no updates yet, Author. We've all been waitibg for quite a while now. Please, update soon, Author. Thanks....
Author, my thoughts on the book. When are You going to write on Cornelia and Omar Casson's romance? You made no mention, describing in detail how Maja and Uan's white wedding ceremony went. Also, you didn't write on Carol's baby delivery. What about Tyler's romance. Is there closure on Phelps Herrington being truly certified dead, so also his twin brother? Dylan's research institute "little girl", what became of her and Dylan's romance? Beck's blind dates, what were the results, is he married now, so also Dylan to his "little girl"? Why hasn't Ian's father- Steven come forward to meet Maja's parents as the in-laws meeting each other especially with his supposed past with Lillian; Maja's mother. I hope I won't remain curious for too long on the aforementioned issues, Author. Thanks for doing a good job on Zoey and Fitch's romance, though. Kudos....