“Oh? Is that so?” Carole said with a smile.


    “This diamond piece is from an auction; check out the official site if you like.


    I’ll send you the link.


    ”


    Lindsey wasn’t particrly interested.


    Given Domenic’s decent but notvish sry, such a pricey auction item was beyond his means.


    However, to be polite, she didn’t dismiss Carole outright.


    With a friendly smile, she said, “Why don’t we swap contact details?”


    Once they exchanged numbers, Carole stood up and left.


    The more Carole mulled it over, the stranger it seemed.


    From her childhood, she had a keen eye for luxury, even attending sses about luxury appreciation at university, bolstering her confidence in spotting the genuine from the fake.


    She was convinced the ne was real, given its wless color and craftsmanship.


    What kind of man must Lindsey’s boyfriend be tovish such an extravagant gift on her? Could her boyfriend actually be Domenic?


    Carole was baffled.


    Then, a figure draped in dark blue in the corner caught her eye.


    It was Kristy, a fellow judge, seated to her left.


    She recalled seeing Kristy in conversation with Lindsey when she left the stage.


    They appeared to know each other.


    Back in the lounge, Kristy kicked off her high heels without a second thought about her looks and copsed onto the couch, her anger clear for all to see.


    She jabbed at the cushions with her fingers and gave them a few more hits to let out her irritation.


    “Who do you think you are to speak to me that way? Do you think you’re anything without others’ help? You pitiful woman.


    ”


    Kristy said viciously.


    “You think you can stand against Gallop Entertainment? Just you wait, Lindsey!”Còntens bel0ngs to N?(v)elDr/a/ma.Org


    In the middle of her rant, there was a knock at the door.


    Thinking it was her assistant, Kristy, too annoyed to get up, called out, “Come in.


    ”


    As Carole stepped into the room, she noticed the well-known actress sprawled on the couch, her high heels cast aside.


    Kristy, recognizing Carole, quickly got up and positioned herself on the edge of the sofa.


    “Miss Larson, how can I help you? Please, have a seat.


    ”


    Carole offered a courteous smile, eyeing the couch with a touch of disdain, and opted for a chair nearby instead.


    “What brings you here?” Kristy asked.


    Kristy hadn’t met this woman until today, their first meeting happening during the shoot.


    Carole greeted her warmly, “It’s wonderful to meet you, Ms.


    Chase.


    I’ve enjoyed your performances while abroad.


    Your talent is captivating.


    Honestly, I count myself as one of your avid admirers.


    ”


    Kristy’s face brightened with joy when she heard thepliment.


    It was quite a boost to have someone so respected and aplished admire her work.


    This made herugh uncontrobly, and she let her guard down without realizing it.


    Carole smoothly steered the conversation through various film and TV topics, gradually bringing up the day’s events and, finally, Xiomara.


    “I never imagined the new firm could polish such a remarkable talent.


    They’re definitely not to be taken lightly.


    ” Carole pretended to sigh.