Chapter 229
Crestwood CBD Business Center, Starlight Media.
At artists‘ lounge, on the seventh floor.
“Isabella, Isabella, something, something big happened!”
Wendy barged in from outside, breathless and flustered. Isabella frowned; she was clearly annoyed, and put down her script.
“What’s got you all panicked? You made me forget the lines I’ve just memorized. Is it that bitch Olivia stirring up trouble with another press release to trash me?”
“No, no, it’s not that.”
Wendy gasped for air, shaking her head as she bent over, speaking in bursts, “Xanthea’s starring in Realm of Illusions, and it’s set to premiere this Saturday on Tomato TV, at 8 PM, day after tomorrow!”
“What!”
Isabella put down her script in shock, “How can it be so soon? They haven’t even finished shooting! Was it be that the production team rushed the project, afraid that no one would pick it up if they delay? They must be leveraging Xanthea’s popularity to air it early!”
She muttered to herself, but hardly believed her own speculation.
Realm of Illusions was the only S+ grade blockbuster from their company this year, and it was directed by Kevin. From production, screenplay, to art and costumes, top professionals in the industry were involved. Even after the project was transferred to Oli–hea Media, the personnel remained unchanged.
Moreover, the president of Oli hea Media was Xanthea’s uncle, which secured Realm of Illusions received extra attention. Otherwise, the series would not be in the prime time slot on Tomato TV.
Last year, only one of her two dramas barely made it onto Tomato TV, yet Xanthea’s debut drama made it. It seemed she was truly determined to surpass her.
When Isabella had accepted the wager, she had ridiculed Xanthea for being overconfident. Now, she felt uneasy.
Her current project, Corner with Love, was only halfway done, and it was recently overshadowed by the infamous Olivia, who relentlessly spread negative publicity. And with Xanthea always exceeding expectations, there was a real risk she might become a sensation after her series aired!
“It shouldn’t be.”
Wendy shook her head, whispering, “Isabella, from reliable sources, Xanthea is on the guest list for the next episode of Adventure Blitz: Two Days, One Night.”
“Adventure Blitz: Two Days, One Night?!“.
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Now, Isabella completely panicked, “Where did you hear that? Isn’t that show only inviting the top celebrities of the industry? Why would they invite a rookie like her?”
Since the live broadcast of Adventure Blitz: Two Days, One Night, it had consistently topped the charts, with viewership surpassing most hit dramas. The guests invited were usually the most popular actors and actresses of the moment.
“It’s not just a rumor; it’s been an open news inside the company. Apparently, a staff member from the broadcasting authority who reviewed Realm of Illusions leaked that it is a once–in–a–decade hit series. They believe Xanthea will become the next phenomenal actress in the industry. Upon receiving the news, the production team wanted to have Xanthea on their next episode, so that the show would coincide with the broadcast of Realm of Illusions, killing birds with one stone!”
“No, they can’t do that!”
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Isabella threw her script aside, pacing around the lounge in distress. Realm of Illusions was already enough to worry about. If Xanthea appeared on Adventure Blitz: Two Days, One Night as well, with her charm and ability to attract attention, she could potentially gain a massive following. That would mean losing the bet for sure!
“Wendy, contact Jason. I must be on the next episode of Adventure Blitz: Two Days, One Night, whatever