NovelAppChapter 394 Pulling Strings
Though it sounded simple, achieving it was far from easy.
Eugene privately reached out to several high-end jewellery brands, but all turned him down. Their feedback was
either prior commitments to other artists or unwillingness to take the risk under his name. Despite his
connections, borrowing jewellery under his own nposed too much of a risk for the brands.
Since he had promised Violeta, Eugene was determined to make it happen.
That evening, Eugene was drinking with Lance Sowle, the deputy general manager of the company.
After a few rounds, Eugene brought up the idea of borrowing jewellery from the brands and asked Lance to be his
guarantor.
Lance sobered at the request.
"Me? As a guarantor? Eugene, you know | never take sides in such matters. If | help you now, what am |
supposed to say when Winnie asksto help Tracy borrow jewellery next time?"
Eugene sneered coldly and asked, "Can Tracy's commercial value compare to Violeta's? She's not even
associated with any of the top luxury brands. Isn't it a bit much for her to wear high-end jewellery? You're really
stretching it."
Lance nudged his shoulder and said, "Don't be so sure. The Blind Detective is rated above nine. While Tracy's
resources can't match Violeta's, it's anyone's guess who will win the award this time."
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Many criticised Tracy's acting online.
However, the Skyward Award judges don't simply follow the crowd. They have their own standards.
Eugene frowned but remained silent.
Lance continued, "Her family is rich. Violeta didn't secure SEVITL's deal with the company. Can't they sponsor
Violeta? It's just jewellery, after all."
Eugene spat, "D*mn it! Are you serious? What kind of message would that send? She had already faced ridicule
for purchasing her own dress. Now she has to pay for her jewellery too? That's not the way to succeed in this
industry, man. It would be a clear sign that we can't play the game."
Honours earned through one's own efforts were not the sas those obtained through backdoor connections.
Eugene didn't want anyone to make fun of Violeta.
If she had to rely on her family for everything, she might as well stay hand be the pampered daughter
instead of struggling in the industry.
Buying her own jewellery for the red carpet wasn't unprecedented.
If she were an older, established artist, people would see her wealth and grandeur as a symbol of her status in
the industry-a sign of the confidence that comes from having built a successful career.
For a young woman in her early twenties, like Violeta, trying to flaunt resources she doesn't have would only
coff as ridiculous.
Having a good family background was an excellent card to play, but they couldn't pull it every time.
It would spoil the game's fun.
Eugene added, "Besides, wouldn't that makelook like a useless manager?"
Lance glanced at him and said, "No matter what, | can't be your guarantor. You'll have to find another way."
Eugene set down his glass and playfully chided, "You old fox. You'll jump at the first sign of benefit, but you're too
scared to vouch for her. Are you so sure Violeta won'twin the New Actor Award?"
Lance replied, "I didn't say that. Hey, don't pin that on me."
Eugene proposed, "How about this? | won't ask you to be my guarantor for free. If Violeta wins the award, her
resources will skyrocket, making her truly the top actress at Apex
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"And if she doesn't win, you can nyour terms. The team will fully cooperate."
Lance laughed heartily and asked, "Do you have that much faith in Violeta?"
Eugene shot back, "Do you think Tracy can win?"
Lance swirled his drink and stared thoughtfully at the wine glass. He said, "You never know. I've heard she
recently got connected to a powerful godfather." A godfather?
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Well, isn't that something?
In the entertainment industry, finding a backer wasn't unheard of.
Eugene pressed, "I don't care. We've known each other for years. Just tellif you'll helpthis time."
Lance hesitated.
Ultimately, he chose to help Eugene.
Of course, he also took Eugene up on the exchange terms.
The next day, Eugene encountered Aiden in the company elevator.
Aiden and Eugene were both renowned as the two top managers at Apex Entertainment, both considered golden
managers.
The only difference was that Eugene joined later.
Aiden had been a manager for years
and had richer experience. She had long since transitioned from being an employee to being one of the
shareholders, earning annual
dividends from the companyvel
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