Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 74
Ivan pondered for a moment, then tucked the contract away. I’m cool with this, but I won’t be able to assign you a dedicated
agent. I’ll fill in for now, handling your shoot for the next three months. During this time, I’ll be arranging your gigs and if you run
into any hitches, you gotta let me know ASAP
Agnes responded, “Deal”
After signing the contract again, Ivan said, “Tonight we’re have a meal with the director and the scriptwriter. We need to get to
know each other a bit before we start work in three days.*
Agnes nodded, “But can you help me find a place to stay. I’m homeless right now”
Ivan replied, “According to our deal with Lakeside College, it’s not time to sort your dorm yet. I’ll find you a temporary spot, you
can crash there for a bit.”
Agnes agreed. She didn’t have spare money for living expenses and had to rely on others. She figured she’d pay him back for
the accommodation once she started making some money from acting.
Agnes spent the entire day reading the script in Ivan’s office
At noon, she grabbed a meal at the Century Building cafeteria. In the afternoon, Jared rang her up, but Agnes didn’t pick up. In
the evening, Agnes rode with Ivan to The Simon’s. The room was spacious and comfy
The director, scriptwriter, producer, and other key members started showing up. When director Zoe saw Agnes, it was as if he’d
found a rare gem.
During dinner, Agnes curiously asked Zoe, “Out of all the girls in town, why did you pick me?”
A slightly tipsy Zoe laughed and replied, “Because the character Sylvia in the script is a bit of an airhead. The moment you
barged into the meeting room. looking confused, I thought, “She’s it. She’s Sylvia. That dorky vibe you gave off was perfect”
Agnes was speechless. She got the part because she seemed a bit clueless, which was far from what she’d imagined.
Agnes chatted with scriptwriter Tess for quite a while. When Agnes read the script in the afternoon, the plot totally captivated her.

The Magical Romance of Cinderella‘ told the story of a girl named Sylvia who, after a near–death experience, gained the ability
to time travel. She unexpectedly gets tangled up with a nobleman named Samie. The plot was unique and fascinating
Agnes read the entire script in one go and totally loved it.
The supporting actress in the play, the rich miss Angelina, was played by the rising star Ava, who was also present.
Agnes was familiar with the name Ava because she was also a student at Lakeside College’s performing arts department. She
had been scouted in her freshman year and had already appeared in several TV dramas. While she wasn’t a superstar yet, she’d
already gathered a considerable fan base and was known as the “Queen of the Performing Arts Department” on campus.
They felt an immediate sense of camaraderie, probably because they went to the same school.
After dinner, the head honchos started discussing work matters, and Agnes chatted with Ava.
Ava said, “I heard the male lead’s been decided but hasn’t been announced yet. I thought I’d meet him today. Any idea who it
might be?”
Agnes thought for a bit, then said, “The most popular young actors at Century Entertainment are probably Orlando and Robin.
Orlando’s busy filming at historical drama, so he might not have the time. Robin just wrapped up his latest show, so I think it’s
likely him.”
Agnes had a good understanding of the entertainment industry, because she’d previously worked on a feature about “the impact
of celebrity influence on the entertainment industry“.
Ava nodded, “I thought so too. Robin’s good–looking, but he’s too much of a typical macho guy, not my type.”
Agnes joked, “What’s your type?”