Lord Protector novel (Zeke Williams) novel Chapter 709

Mia anxiously replied, “Mr. Norris, please go on.”

Dylan was more than happy to do so. “I’m sure you’ve heard of the Grand Empire Group. They’re in the showbiz industry as well. You can join their company. I believe that the Grand Empire Group will be able to protect you.”

Mia’s heart sunk. “I’m familiar with the Grand Empire Group, but isn’t it solely owned by the Martial Arts Association? How can a sub-company of the Martial Arts Association protect me when even its parent company can’t?”

Dylan chuckled and explained, “Ms. Young, you’re not aware of this yet, but we’ve transferred the Grand Empire Group over, to another individual. The new boss has a solid background, and he is well acquainted with Master Williams too. With such a powerful person backing you, you wouldn’t have to be afraid of Mr. Quin anymore.”

“Really?” Mia saw a glimpse of hope. “The new boss knows the famous Master Williams? It seems like he comes from an impressive background indeed. Thank you for your help, Mr. Norris. I’ll head over to the Grand Empire Group now.”

“You’re welcome.” Dylan responded.

As soon as the call ended, Mia started applying on some makeup.

Truth be told, she was born with natural beauty and she did not require any makeup to enhance her features.

However, due to the target on her head, she had not slept in days and had a severe case of panda eyes.

Thus, she needed to use makeup to cover her dark circles.

After putting on makeup, she wore a cap, a pair of shades, and a face mask, ensuring that her features were securely hidden. Then, she mustered up the courage and stepped outside.

Mr. Quin’s men were crawling all over Eastend. If she were caught by one of them, it would be the end for her.

In the past, Mr. Quin had also used this method to destroy many other actresses.

He was that ruthless!

Fortunately, most of Mr. Quin’s men came out at night, so it was much safer for her to travel during the day. She arrived at the Grand Empire Group without any mishaps and managed to set up a meeting with the assistant director, Jessie Diaz.

Jessie shook her head and sighed after listening to Mia’s purpose for approaching their company. “I’m really sorry, Ms. Young. Our company doesn’t have a large budget for the film and television business. We can’t afford a star such as yourself.”

Mia hurriedly suggested, “Ms. Diaz, my salary is open for discussion. You can pay me the amount you pay a third-tier actress, or even forgo paying me altogether. I don’t mind at all.”

Jessie gave her an uneasy smile. “Ms. Young, I sympathize with your situation, but our company can’t protect you. It might even go bankrupt because of you, so... I’m really sorry.”

Mia sighed in despair.

She knew that she was a walking time bomb and that no one in their right mind would be willing to take her in.

She decided to stop pestering others and absent-mindedly made her way out.

Unwittingly, she had arrived at the Winrood River bridge.

As she watched the turbulent waters of the river beneath the bridge, a terrifying thought abruptly appeared in her mind.

She stopped in her tracks and leaned against the railing to stare blankly at the river below.

No one knew how much blood, sweat, and tears she had gone through to rise from a little nobody, to become the star who shook the whole of Eurasia.

However, because she refused to break the unspoken rules, making all her efforts go down the drain.

Now, even her life was in danger.

She could not understand why it was so difficult for a girl to make an honest living in the entertainment circle.

As these thoughts filled her mind, tears began to roll down her cheeks.

Before she knew it, she had wasted half a day standing there.

She had wanted to jump off the bridge several times, but she couldn’t find the courage to do so.

The sky was darkening, and couples passed by the bridge occasionally.

This only served to intensify her hopelessness.

When will there be a man who will stay by my side and protect me?

Just then, a beggar walked up to her and shouted, “Hey! Hey! Hey! Get lost! This is my territory!”

Even a beggar looks down on me now?

I’m such a failure in life!

She clenched her jaw and shut her eyes, finally pushing herself over the railing and jumping off the bridge!

Coincidentally, Zeke was walking by at that exact moment.

He had just finished settling matters at the Grand Empire Group and came out looking for food.

He had just stepped onto the bridge when he had spotted a girl who was about to jump off.