The extent of power within apany was determined by the share of ownership.


    Currently, 20% of the shares had been privately transferred from Mr. Burke to his wife. If the couple


    were to ever split, Burke International would surely face a drastic change.


    “It’s fine, James remarked as he watched Sophie’s departing figure, his eyes darkening. “This is just a


    high–stakes gamble.”


    Meanwhile, Sophie wanted to be cautious and returned to Russell Entertainment first to hand over the


    contract to Tricia.


    Tricia nced at the contract in confusion and asked, “Ms. Sophie, what is this…?”


    “Take it to the legal department and have them thoroughly check for any loopholes in the contract.”


    “Yes, Ms. Sophie.”


    As Tricia was about to leave, Sophie frowned and said, “Wait a moment.”


    “Yes?”


    “Look into Nichole’s background for me, including her academic performance during middle and high


    school and her personal life as well.”


    “Of course, Ms. Sophie.”


    “Alright, you can go now.”


    “Yes.”


    After Tricia left, Sophie leaned back in her chair, exhausted.


    When she heard someone knocked, she opened her eyes to see Reece standing at the door, saying,


    “You seem pretty tired today.”


    “Howe you’re here?”


    Sophie nced at the time, remembering that Reece was supposed to be on set.


    “The shooting wrapped up early, and I saw youing back to the office, so I came to check on you.”


    Reece took a seat opposite Sophie.


    Lately, Reece had been on fire, with his dramas being hot on various websites. His endorsements were


    also non–stop.


    Now, Reece was indeed a top–tier male celebrity.


    Sophie sipped her coffee to refresh herself. “Did youe to check on my current mental state?”


    “I actually have something I wanted to ask you.”


    “Oh? What is it?”


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    “Do you know Nichole?”


    Sophie frowned, surprised that Reece would suddenly bring up Nichole’s name. As far as she knew,


    Reece and Nichole had no connection.


    “As you know, my recent work has been rted to S Corporation.”


    Reece paused, seemingly gauging Sophie’s reaction, but Sophie remained silent, giving no indication


    she would interrupt.


    He continued, “The other day, when I entered one of the mediapanies under S Corporation, I saw


    Nichole. I remember her being rumored as James‘ mistress and that you two don’t get along.”


    “And?” Sophie listened quietly, her tone unvarying.


    “Since it involved you, I paid attention.” Reece added, “Then I remembered that I know her.”


    Sophie’s hand paused as she was about to take another sip of her coffee. She frowned at Reece. “You


    say you know Nichole? Where did you meet her?”


    “Curious?”


    “Of course, I’m curious!”


    Sophie suddenly became more interested, and Reece’s smile deepened as he said, “Invite me to


    dinner tonight, and I’ll tell you.” Sophie’s enthusiasm immediately cooled. “You’re now a famous star.


    Are you still short on money for dinner?”