The Contracted Ever After (Cordelia and Ronan)

Chapter 372

Millstone.

On set at the Regency Hotel.

Samantha unexpectedly landed the role of the antagonist, Emily.

Emily was a seductive beauty who toyed with men as if they were mere playthings. She was cunning,

ruthless, and a constant thorn in the side of the protagonist. Yet, given her humble beginnings,

everything she did had a justifiable reason, which made her character both attractive and dangerous. If

performed well, Samantha could win over fans; if not, she would face a storm of criticism.

Samantha saw the potential in the character. This was the best role she had ever had, and she was

determined to do it justice.

Moreover, she felt a strong connection with the production team. They had sent a car to pick her up,

and she was given the best role. Although the sudden stroke of luck seemed unbelievable to

Samantha, who was to say that it wasn't her time to shine after years of hard work?

In addition to this movie, she also had a part in another film called "Your Secret."

As Deanna was sidelined, and her comeback elusive, now was Samantha's time to shine.

However, one day after her scenes were finished, the producer told her that someone was looking for

her.

She went to the prop room at the back of the set. Inside was a man in a black suit. The atmosphere

was both eerie and sinister.

"Who are you...?" Samantha asked apprehensively.

"You don't need to know who I am, but I have a task for you."

"Why me?" Samantha asked, puzzled.

What she really wanted to ask was, "How much are you going to pay me?" © 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.

She was juggling two films and had received a payment of $1.5 million. She wanted to buy a house in

Millstone as soon as possible, but she was still short of 30% for the down payment.

"Why you?" The man chuckled coldly. "How do you think you got this role? Even though Emily is not a

likable character, there are still tons of people who want to play her. Do you think you got it by luck?

Having no education, no connections, and no fans?"

Samantha's heart sank. She had thought it was her time to rise to stardom. No wonder they had sent a

car to pick her up for the audition. It seemed that the price of her good luck had been predetermined

behind the scenes. She had just failed to realize it and had walked right into the trap.

It appeared that she had been targeted long before. Now that she had signed the contract and filming

had begun, she had no choice but to follow through. Otherwise, she would have to pay a hefty penalty

for breach of contract.

"What do you want me to do?"

"Create a picture of Ronan and Tabitha sleeping together. Whether it's real or fake, it needs to look

convincing. You have to send it to the media."

Samantha frowned. "Who's Tabitha?"

The man just chuckled. "Remember when you auditioned and took a picture of Ronan with a woman?

That's her."

Samantha gasped. She had been in this man's plans all along. He even knew about the picture she

had taken.

"Why can't you do the Photoshopping yourself?" Samantha laughed nervously.

The man didn't say a word but gave her a look that seemed to say, "Figure it out yourself."

Samantha quickly realized why they needed her to do it, and she broke into a cold sweat.

They were cunning and ruthless. By using Samantha as their pawn, all of Ronan's revenge would be

directed at her. Ronan was not a pushover, and Samantha would be in great danger. Moreover, she

had a longstanding feud with Cordelia, so it was not surprising that they had approached her.

"I'm risking a lot going up against Ronan!" Samantha argued, playing her last card. She knew that she

couldn't escape her involvement in this scheme. The only thing she could do was to negotiate for more

in return.

"We promise to make you a top-tier actress within three years. Plus, we'll give you a house in

Millstone!"

Samantha's eyes softened at the offer. "Deal! Besides, will Tabitha mind if I do this? What if she seeks

revenge on me?" Samantha had to cover her bases.

"That's not your concern. Just do what you're supposed to do!"

Samantha had no choice but to keep silent. As she was about to leave, she couldn't help but wonder if

this man had also been behind her losing the role in "The High Society" and the near acid attack.

She knew he wouldn't answer though, so she didn't ask and left.

She couldn't help but gloat over Cordelia's misfortune. However, one question nagged at her, “Who

exactly had Cordelia or her family offended to warrant such revenge?”