At that, Tatiana casually remarked, “If you opt out, that’s your choice, but be aware of the penalties, as the brand has the final say.


    ”


    Maxine’s expression darkened further.


    The contract was tantly unfair.


    As an artist, her leverage was minimal.


    If she epted the arrangement, she would have to be a prop for Tatiana.


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    On the other hand, rejecting the arrangement meant the shoot would proceed without her, featuring only Tatiana.


    Who would willingly give up such a hard-earned opportunity?


    L added, “Maxine, do you have any other endorsement dealsing up? Landing this one was tough.


    I’d advise you to proceed with the arrangement.


    ”


    His tone carried a dismissive undertone, as if challenging her to defy the setup.


    “Well, if you’re so desperate, I suppose I can leave this opportunity to you,” Maxine retorted sharply.


    The room fell silent, taken aback.


    No one anticipated such a response from Maxine.


    After a pause, Tatiana opened her eyes, offering Maxine a cold smirk.


    “Maxine, it seems you’ve grown more audacious recently.


    ”


    “You’re just scared that others will outdo you, so you use your status to oppress everyone.


    Even if I pass on this chance, I’ll still outshine you.


    ” With that, Maxine walked away.


    Her assistant was taken aback.


    Maxine was usually so amodating; her outspoken retort was unexpected.


    Once they were outside, the assistant couldn’t hide her admiration.


    “Maxine, that was impressive back there.


    ”


    But as soon as Maxine stepped outside, her resolve seemed to waver.


    “It’s really hard to hold your ground in this industry without any power,” she admitted, sounding defeated.


    The assistant looked at her with sympathy.


    “It’s true, especially since Tatiana’s fiance is Corbett.


    ”


    Maxine stared into the distance.


    She had sounded confident just moments ago, but she knew all too well that talent wasn’t always what mattered most in the entertainment industry.


    Was this industry really the right ce for her?


    She started to question her own future.


    Feeling downhearted, her assistant suggested they go to have a cup of coffee.


    While sitting in the cafe taking a break, Maxine’s assistant checked the news online and eximed, “Damn it! These people are overstepping.


    They’re iming they have terminated the contract with you because you underperformed.


    ”


    Maxine looked at her phone.


    The brand, Shining, had just made an announcement.


    It said, “Due to issues in our coboration with Maxine Campbell, we have decided to end our partnership.


    We have selected a new actress to endorse our products.


    Wee, Tatiana Fernandez.


    ”