Wilma was fuming, ready to stand up in protest, but Zoey held her down by the leg.
Zoey smiled at Mr. Colby, "Mr. Colby, you're a straight shooter. Let's shake on it. I'll have my people prepare the contract."
"If Zoey can down it, I'll sign on the dotted line."
Zoey gracefully poured herself a drink, only to be stopped by Wilma who whispered in her ear, "Zoey, this Mr. Colby is clearly up to no good. Let's get out of here."
She didn't want this endorsement. Zoey chuckled inwardly. Wilma had been well protected in their circle, especially since signing with Star Movie Group - she had hardly been put in a tight spot.
She was still too green, but maybe that was for the best.
"No worries, you don't have to drink. I will."
"That's not happening."
Wilma snatched the glass and downed it in one gulp. She could hold her liquor, but this was too strong. It felt like her insides were on fire. She took another, and within a minute, slumped over in her seat.
Zoey sighed, massaging her temples, and poured three more drinks for herself. She finished them in one go and then got up to help Wilma.
"Mr. Colby, the drinks are done. Tomorrow, I'll have someone from the company discuss the endorsement with you."
Mr. Colby's eyes narrowed, and he stood up too.
"Zoey, you're a good sport. But you both seem plastered. Why not crash at the hotel next door for the night?"
Zoey was still clear-headed but dizzy. Wilma was a top-tier star; they couldn't have her caught drunk in public.
"No need. Our driver is waiting outside."
"Zoey."
Mr. Colby had poured the drinks; he wasn't about to let his catch slip away. He grabbed Zoey and pulled her close.
"I'll have someone take Ms. Bright home. Why don't you stay the night?"
A jolt of alarm shot through Zoey. She hadn't expected Mr. Colby to be so bold! She tried to push him away, but he was determined, pinning her against the door.
"Get off me!"
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The readers' comments on the novel: Dear Ex-wife Marry Me novel (Maja)
Author, would you story about Ryan settling down and another story on Eric regaining his body and memories back from Patrick, and Eric also settling down as I find it so disheartening for him to have gone through what he went through at the research institute, and I'll like for him to get his "golden boy" life back though, not at the detriment of Ian....
When will the author update to finish Beck's story? What about Dylan and Tyler's love lives? Also, I'll like the author to write on Wilma and Elvis ending up together as she was quite persistent in pursuing him. And Shawn's story, Cornelia Sullivan and Omar Casson. Also, a little write-up on Jeff (Ian's assistant) love life, too. Thanks, author for updating....
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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....
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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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Playing too much with my emotions. It’s been 9 days and no updates. What is going on with Fitch and Zoey?...
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