As they sat in the room, Sarahâs mind drifted toward the bet between Ariana and Jasper.
Trying to shift the conversation to a more lucrative topic, she tentatively suggested, âBut since Iâm not currently tied down, I can consider accepting some profitable offers for advertisements or variety shows.
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Reading Sarahâs mind like an open book, Ariana flashed a knowing smile and calmly retorted, âRelax.
Instead, channel your energy into perfecting your upcoming album.
After all, a few mundane ads and TV programs wonât resolve our underlying problems, but will only consume precious time.
â
Unconvinced, Sarah was unrelenting.
âWe need to seize every opportunity to make money.
Trust me on this one.
â
Ariana was at the mercy of Sarahâs insistence and quickly sifted through the numerous invitations that had accumulated.
Just then, Donna appeared and tossed a folder in her direction.
âHave a gander at this, itâs the creme de la creme of opportunities the company has been scrambling for,â Donna proclaimed.
Ariana accepted the folder with caution.
Was it possible that Donna had had an epiphany and was now being helpful? Or was this folder harboring another one of her devious plans?
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As Ariana scanned the contents of the folder, her eyes widened in disbelief.
Sarah had been selected to perform solo at a colossal government-run charity gala!
The top-notch resource in the entertainment industry, coveted by many famous stars, had unexpectedly fallen into the lap of Sarahâs team.
This national-level charity event was more than just an opportunity to enhance the artistsâ reputation.
The chance to participate would catalyze their rise to stardom.
Such a proposal was a treasured opportunity, one that many dreamt of, but only a select few could lay hands on.
Arianaâs eagerness to secure the highly-coveted spot was palpable as she swiftly replied, âWhen do we sign the contract?â
Donnaâs eyes gleamed with delight at the prospect of closing the deal.
However, before she could even utter a single word, Sarah cut her off with a dissenting remark.
âSign? I donât agree.
â
Arianaâs confusion intensified when Sarah pulled her aside with an intense gaze, murmuring, âDonât accept this one.
I wonât go.
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âWhy?â Ariana inquired, bewildered.
This opportunity was a rare gem, a once-in-a-lifetime chance to shine, and she couldnât fathom why Sarah would refuse.
Ariana had envisioned celebrating Sarahâs success and raising a toast to their fruitful collaboration, but Sarahâs behavior was casting a shadow of doubt in her mind.
Sarah cast a furtive glance at Donna to ensure that she wasnât eavesdropping before beginning to explain to Ariana painstakingly, âThis national activity wonât put any money in our pockets.
Plus, I have to attend closed rehearsals and intensive training a month or two in advance to prevent any program leaks.
It means I wonât be able to generate any income for the next three months, and the release of my album will be pushed back.
What about the bet with Jasper? Clearly, this is his plan to make you lose.
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Ariana was well aware of Sarahâs concerns.
When she first saw the document, she had already considered the drawbacks that Sarah mentioned, but the opportunity was so enticing that Ariana couldnât bring herself to turn it down.
As an agent, Ariana knew that the best course of action was to prioritize Sarahâs interests.
She wasnât the kind of person who put her own profits ahead of her artistâs bright future.
Ariana met Sarahâs desperate gaze and flashed a tranquil smile before saying, âI have pondered over your words.
However, this decision is not yours to make alone.
You have to listen to me this time.
â
âNo, you should think about it again,â Sarah insisted.