Chapter 1000
At that moment, an assistant entered with a list of program options.
“The production team wants you to select your showcase performance from these choices,” the assistant said.
Ariana took the list and glanced over it, trying to conceal her exasperation.
It was evident that this wasn’t a chance to choose but more of a notice.
ALL the other options had already been taken, leaving them with the most challenging one, a staged musical production.
They were left with no choice.
However, Ariana anticipated these schemes from a ruthless production keen on creating drama.
Despite her inner frustration, she maintained a composed and in-control demeanor and took the huge assignment without protest.
She cleared her throat and began carefully allotting roles to her cast, observing their individual strengths and weaknesses.
When the flamboyant twin brothers realized that Ariana had assigned them with the demanding climax roles, their expressions changed beneath their heavy stage makeup.
They exchanged uneasy glances before timidly questioning in unison, “Are you.
really sure we’re capable of handling such crucial lead roles? Maybe someone else with more experience would be a better fit.
.
”
Ariana cut them off firmly yet calmly and addressed the group, “These role assignments are temporary.
We’ll adjust and change them based on your performance during training and rehearsals.
I selected each of you for a reason, not because some think you’re not good enough.
”
She held eye contact with each member, exuding quiet authority.
“Every one of you possesses untapped potential.
Believe in your abilities, have confidence.
Trust me to provide the best vocal coaching and choreography training.
But our success on that stage depends on your self-belief.
”
Her inspiring words lingered in the room, causing the group to be in deep thought as they absorbed her advice and their new roles.
Ariana’s gaze shifted to the twins’ heavy stage makeup.
“No makeup during tomorrow’s intensive training,” she asserted.
One brother gasped dramatically and protested, “We can’t go without makeup during rehearsals! Not with cameras capturing everything.
.
”
Ariana maintained her composed authority, brushing off his theatrics.
“Be in the training room at 9 am on the dot tomorrow.
No excuses.
”
Ignoring their anxious protests, she walked out, leaving no room for additional discussion or debate.
At BRD Group’s Headquarters, Holden worked diligently to complete the day’s tasks, eager to head home after a tiring day.
As he left his quiet, empty office wing, he was taken aback by a faint laugh echoing down the hallway.
With a puzzled expression, Holden decided to check out the source of the laughter.
He soon found Shawn sitting alone at his desk.
His shoulders shook with suppressed laughter as he watched something amusing on his phone.
Holden gave the table a couple of sharp knocks, making Shawn jump.
He quickly paused the video and removed his earbuds when he saw Holden.
A bit flustered, Shawn straightened up, regaining his usual professional composure.
Instead of scolding him, Holden asked with a gentle tone, “What’s the entertaining content keeping you here so late?”
“I apologize, sir,” Shawn replied with a serious tone.