Chapter 240 Chapter 240 "You forgot to bring it?" Ronald's expression turned gloomy, but after a moment of contemplation, he waved his hand.
"Ms. Clark, please give the script to Ms. Shaw." Ronald's tone sounded troubled as he continued to address Winter, "Ms. Shaw, Mr. Hoffman places great importance on this project and has invested a significant amount of money. If I don't handle this well, it'll be difficult to explain." Realizing the gravity of the situation, Winter felt even more embarrassed. She could not help but blher agent for mishandling things. "Yes, this was our mistake. I promise it won't happen again. Please givehalf an hour. I'll-" "Alright," Ronald cut her off while massaging his temples. “Please hurry, Ms. Shaw. Mr. Hoffman has other matters that need my attention." "Okay!" Winter was now feeling increasingly flustered, finding it hard to concentrate and memorize her lines. Her mind was cluttered with anxious thoughts.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShe shot her agent an angry glare. Her agent was equally stressed and began to sweat profusely.
At that moment, Ronald received a phone call, and his expression becgrave. "Ms. Shaw, I must leave now. As for the matters here..." Ronald looked at Ruby and continued, "Ms. Clark will oversee the rest. Please take good care of Ms. Shaw." "Yes, Mr. Wells," Ruby responded. She was frustrated with the situation but had to carry out her orders, regardless.
Winter was relieved to hear that Ronald was leaving: She forced a polite smile. “Mr. Wells, I apologize for today's inconvenience-" "Enough, Ms. Shaw. Discuss it with Ms. Clark. I really need to go. Mr. Hoffman is waiting for me." Ronald waved dismissively, clearly displeased with Winter.
Winter was internally fuming after hearing this but outwardly maintained a stiff smile.
Watching Ronald leave, she finally breathed a sigh of relief. Turning to Ruby, she asked, “Ms. Clark, what do you think?" "Mr. Wells may not have time, but I do. Take your time, Ms. Shaw. I'll stay here and wait for you," Ruby replied, her tone suggesting she had all the tin the world as she settled in to wait for Winter.
Noelle frowned as she watched through the monitor. She was surprised by Winter's behavior. "I've never seen her like this before," she said in astonishment.
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"You broughthere today just to watch her performance?" Noelle asked.
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