Zelena chuckled. "Haha, nothing, I was just asking. Anyway, I'll hang up now."
With that, Zelena hung up first.
Hattie was puzzled, not understanding what Zelena meant.
But she would soon find out.
…
Violeta's popularity was soaring.
People were commenting about her everywhere online.
Mainly driven by two waves of interest.
Even within the industry, people were talking about her.
They said this was the grandest debut for a newcomer.
The other three from the company were overshadowed by Violeta.
Brandon didn't mind, since their future paths were different.
Chad didn't care either, as male and female artists weren't in direct competition.
The biggest victim was Tracy.
Tracy had hoped the company's official announcement would bring her some attention.
Although people did talk about her, the focus was more on Violeta. It made Tracy and Winnie even more resentful of Violeta.
They were furious.
…
The company didn't show favoritism as they treated everyone equally.
But the agents' methods to promote their artists differed and it showcased the agents' abilities.
Eugene was adept at riding the wave of popularity, managing the Facebook account, and sharing numerous updates about 'The Quiet Ode.'
He also bought some trending spots.
Eugene knew what the gossip-hungry public wanted.
With a few strategic keywords, he stirred up a storm.
Lydia and Violeta'
Apex's Top Gun successor Violeta'
Violeta and Eugene'
By bringing Lydia, a beloved figure, into the controversy, Eugene ensured attention.
Lydia was Eugene's previous artist and Apex's top star.
She had been his prized possession.
But now, she had left Apex and was no longer Eugene's artist.
Eugene had been betrayed and he wouldn't just forget that.
So when it was time to use her name, Eugene didn't hold back from using Lydia to boost Violeta's fame.
No one could play the hype game better than Eugene.
He was the only one bold enough to do so.
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