Previously, I had relied on family connections to get close to Christian but had never met Elsie or Raphael.
Contemplating the new mission, I decided to enter the entertainment industry and informed my indulgent parents of my choice.
Everyone who knew the news was not surprised at all. After all, I had pursued Christian for years, so entering the industry for him seemed logical.
On the fifth day of working at Christian's company, I finally met the heroine, Elsie.
She embodied the novel's description, wearing a white dress and with long flowing hair. When I saw her, I was attracted to her.
As expected, Elsie attracted everyone's attention as soon as she entered the company not only for her innocent beauty but also as a new artist signed by the company's top agent.
My manager, Esther Black, remarked quietly, "What a promising beauty."
She then glanced at my expressionless face, concerned I might react out of jealousy, and added, "Of course, Ms. Burton is the prettiest, with an exceptional presence."
I looked at Esther's cautious appearance, and followed Elsie in front of me.
In the novel, Christian met Elsie for the first time. As the one facilitating the connection between Raphael and Elsie, I couldn't simply observe.
When Elsie entered the office, Christian looked up from his documents, captivated by her understated beauty. Her white dress brightened the dull office, leaving a lasting impression on him.
It was their first meeting as described in the novel.
However, as their eyes locked, I rushed towards Christian and successfully diverted his attention.
Standing in front of the desk in a striking red dress, I thought, "If Christian still believes Elsie's white dress is the highlight here, I'd gladly poke his eyes out!"
Christian glanced at the people behind me and instructed, "Take her to the conference room and let the general manager handle it."
He then turned to me, rubbed his forehead in annoyance, frowned, and said coldly, "Mariana, what are you doing?"
I ignored his cold gaze and smiled. "I miss you."
Christian set aside the documents and looked into my eyes, chuckling lightly, "Really? If I remember correctly, we just met.
"Ms. Burton, your thoughts arrive rather quickly."
His playful gaze made me look at him.
Leaning lazily on the sofa, a cigarette in hand, he exuded the charm of a male lead.