Chapter 605: A Salute to Your Courage

“This is a zodiac-themed jewelry collection. Which star sign’s guardian collection are you interested in?”

“Pisces.”

“This is the Pisces collection. Each of the eighteen stones has a unique meaning.”

“I’d like to reserve all eighteen of them. However, I will only collect one per year, until the recipient turns eighteen.”

“Miss Monroe, that’s incredibly thoughtful of you.”

The eighteen stones were incredibly valuable, but with Melody Monroe’s current wealth, she could still afford them.

Once the gems were packaged, Melody Monroe and Rose Shaw left the jewelry store.

“Let me give you a ride. I have to head back myself; I have a contract negotiation this afternoon,” Rose Shaw said to Melody Monroe.

“Whose contract?”

“Jenson Yates’s. I’m getting him an opportunity to play the male lead in a historical drama. As for Shaun Owen, he just signed on for a modern drama. Both of those young men have a great deal of potential and talent.”

“And what about Tiana Gable?”

“Her role is nearly finalized. Originally, I wanted you for the female lead, but since you aren’t taking on any projects, I had Tiana go and audition.”

“Stellaris was desperate to snag that role. I was worried we wouldn’t be able to secure it.”

“Stellaris wanted their artist to get the role by bringing their own funding to the production.”

“So how did you end up landing the role?”

“Keith Coleman stepped in and sorted it out. Stellaris is promoting several newcomers right now. We were all supposed to be staying in our own lanes, but they’ve been pulling too many petty tricks, and it’s getting dirty.”

“It’s Wayne Payne’s petty tricks, isn’t it?”

“Lana Sheffield just pretends not to get involved. They’ve pulled plenty of petty tricks on our artists at events, both openly and covertly. Nothing that’s caused major harm, though. I’ve already reminded our people to be on their guard.”

“Rose, it’s so good to have you.”

“Focus on your exams. I’m only giving you one year. Finish up your schooling this year. You can arrange your own schedule for next year, but you have to take on a role. Your profession, first and foremost, is being an actress.”

“Yes, ma’am!” Melody Monroe answered instantly. “I will never give up on acting.”

The two of them exchanged a smile.

…

Vera Fairchild picked a well-known, trendy restaurant in Jansburg. The two of them chose a private room so they could talk more easily.

The moment they sat down, Megan Langdon couldn’t help but ask Vera Fairchild, “Vera, tell me, are the rumors about your uncle and Melody Monroe true?”

“You’re still stuck on that? Hold on, why are you so interested in my uncle’s business? I thought you hated this kind of gossip.”

“I… I’m not that interested. I was just asking.” Megan Langdon looked a little awkward and couldn’t meet Vera Fairchild’s eyes.

“I can’t say for sure. But I never dare to get involved in my uncle’s affairs.”

“I just think it’s highly unlikely.”

“What’s highly unlikely?”

“Your uncle and Melody Monroe.”

“Why?”

“Melody Monroe is a star. To put it bluntly, she’s a mere actress. And she has a child born out of wedlock. Her private life must be promiscuous. How can someone like that marry into the Fairchild Family? How could she become your uncle’s wife?”

Vera Fairchild sat up straight, the smile vanishing from her lips.

“Megan, the person you like… it’s not my uncle, is it?”

“No, it’s not, I…”

“Oh my god! I always thought you had a crush on my brother! I even thought you came to Jansburg to teach at Trillium University just to be with him! I never would’ve guessed you’d dare to have a crush on my uncle! Seriously, you’ve got guts!”