"Yes, I was fond of acting ever since I was a child, but now, I'm just tired of it. Simon, didn't you realize that I'm getting lazier, especially after marrying you? In the past three years, I haven't even done much work. I think I'm getting used to the idea of being taken care of. Every time I sign up for a movie, I get busy for at least three months and sometimes for an entire year even. All this is so tiring. Moreover, I just want to stay and spend time with you." Nacy stopped frowning, feeling much better now.
As a celebrity, she was actually under a lot of pressure. The paparazzi were everywhere, and there would always be someone criticizing her. Some untalented actresses even had to sell their bodies to get a small role in the background. Nacy was lucky that she was from a powerful family. With her background, she could get any role she desired.
Nacy had made up her mind to quit the industry. She wanted to be an ordinary person and lead a normal life. She didn't want to be followed by media her entire life. She had been in the showbiz for years and had enough experience. She knew it was a dirty and dark place. So this time, she wanted to quit and stay clear of the industry.
She envied Mandy and Nathan's peaceful life. Having a baby with Simon became somewhat of a dream for her because of them. Taking care of a cute baby while running her own business sounded like the best choice.
Not only did Nacy like drawing and fashion designing, but she was also skilled in it. Therefore, she wanted to open her own boutique and make designer clothes.
"Those are some good plans, Nacy. Whatever you want to do, you will always have my full support. I will be supporting you every step of the way." Simon pulled her into his arms and kissed her on the lips.
"I still remember a singer once said that he didn't want to be in the entertainment industry because it forced him to become what he wasn't. I agree with him. After staying in this circle for such a long time, I feel like I have changed too. I couldn't do anything I wished. Since my life is short, I will enjoy it and live like a free person from now on."
"Then quit the entertainment industry, and you can have a much-desired job: a full-time housewife! After all, my wife doesn't need to work outside," Simon said while staring deep into Nacy's eyes.
But Nacy shook her head and said, "I don't want to become a housewife. Even though it doesn't mean that I will become a canary locked inside a cage, I still don't wanna stay sedentary. My brother founded the Mandy Mall and then gave it to Mandy. In the beginning, she complained that she didn't know anything about business, but gradually, she got the hang of it. After all, women should have their own careers."
Seeing the determination oozing out of her serious eyes, Simon couldn't help but feel helpless. Ever since they got married, he only wished that Nacy would stay at home.
Nacy was a workaholic in spirit and body. Sometimes, it would be absolute zero outside, but she would still take part in the shooting. And at other times, it would be boiling hot outside, but she would still wear winter clothing and complete the shoot for some magazine. One thing was for sure. She wasn't a canary trapped inside a cage, but she was a robin soaring in the endless blue sky.
"Then what do you want to do?" Simon raised the corners of his mouth and gave her a sudden smile while emitting tenderness.
Nacy rolled her eyes and stared at Simon. She pretended to be angry and complained, "Humph! You don't even know what I like to do? How dare you!"
"Haven't you always liked acting? Even after all these years, I still couldn't find anything that you loved more than acting," said Simon while smiling.
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