Chapter 48: I’m Willing To Do Whatever It Takes
Gavin Scott was the first one to choose an actress. He had chosen Athena to play the heroine in this new film. This kind of low-cost mini-drama could only afford to have unknown actors and actresses. Lucy had put considerable effort into getting a role in the movie because she wanted to attract attention by taking the lead.
It didn’t matter how hard she tried, it was Jordan’s film, and he wanted Cathryn to be the supporting actress.
“It was Jordan who recommended her,” Morgan said. “Everyone has their own path in life. Cathryn has a good chance of getting the part, but if she doesn’t want to sleep around, there may be a strong possibility that she may not get it.”
“I will have sex with Jordan, I’m willing to do whatever it takes.” She turned to look at Morgan, and her face was flushed with anger, “Thinking of the ugly men that I just had sex with makes me feel sick to my stomach.”
“There, there, Lucy, I don’t know why you do this to yourself. You should be a little bit pickier about who you have sex with.” Morgan looked at the bruises on Lucy’s body and felt sorry for her. He took off his coat and wrapped her up with it, and said, “If Cathryn doesn’t seize the opportunity and fails at the audition, I’ll recommend you to the production team and plead with them to let you come for an audition.”
Lucy’s anger dissipated a bit. She let out her breath in a long sigh and then closed her eyes.
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After Stella told everyone about her achievement and possessions at the family gathering, Cathryn carefully analyzed her situation. It had been two years since she graduated from the film academy, and she was still an unknown actress. She had only gotten small roles in films.
Cathryn thought the main reason was that she hadn’t immersed herself in the entertainment circle. Although she wanted to make a living in the entertainment world, she subconsciously tried to get out of the circle. If there were a gathering organized by one of the members of the production or even if she was invited out to dinner, she immediately would refuse.
The first year was because she had been too honest, the second year was because of Jordan, and now in the third year, it was all her experiences and lessons all summed up together. She wouldn’t break the fundamental ground principles because there was no way she was going to indulge herself in having sexual relations with strange men. She was supposed to blend into the circle by making more friends and finding more resources.
Being an actress was not only her dream but her job. She had to earn a living. Even though Keith was wealthy and could give her a large amount of alimony, she still needed to make money herself. She couldn’t ask him to buy everything for their child, and she also had to fulfill her responsibilities as a mother.
So, Cathryn had made up her mind to change and set up a plan to achieve her goals. She was six weeks pregnant, and her belly would eventually begin to stand out. Since it was only her first trimester, she still had about three months to work. Cathryn wanted to play a significant role in a film in the next three months. So her name would be remembered by viewers.
To achieve this goal, Cathryn intended to take two steps. The first was to butter up Morgan, and the second step was to find opportunities for herself. Both actions were not going to be easy to do. Cathryn used to call him every year to send holiday greetings, but he never answered. Then she changed her strategy and started texting him. The content of the messages was full of sincerity, and she hoped that she would get some kind of response from him.
Morgan never replied to her text messages, either. The second step was more difficult than contacting Morgan. She only had a few acquaintances in the entertainment circle as she had just played small roles. She approached the directors and actors that she had worked with. They only remembered that she was one of the most beautiful actresses on their set and invited her to go out and have drinks.
As for the invitations, Cathryn resolutely refused. The last time she had gone for drinks was the night she had the encounter with Keith, and she did not want something like that to happen again. After considering all her options, she decided to focus on Morgan. After all, she was the actress under his leadership. So there were benefits to her knowing him. If she could create value for Morgan, she believed Morgan would undoubtedly find an opportunity for her.
Cathryn had decided when her pregnant belly became noticeable. She would stay on Flower Island and start studying for the exam to become a certified teacher. She had to pass the exam to live up to her mother’s expectations.
After her return to Flower Island, Cathryn was going to visit Morgan the following day. Being six weeks pregnant, Cathryn started to have morning sickness. She didn’t fall asleep until midnight because of her being sick to her stomach.
She overslept and was awakened by the phone. As soon as she woke up, she immediately began to gag. When she picked up her phone and saw the name on the screen, she was nervous and excited.Ccontent © exclusive by Nô/vel(D)ra/ma.Org.
“Hello, Morgan. This is Cathryn, I am so pleased to hear from you.” Cathryn said politely. She always talked to Morgan in a calm tone, but this time a strange feeling of excitement filled her as she talked to him. Morgan was a bit caught off guard by Cathryn’s tone and got right to the point. “Go to Room 209, Crown State Building. You have an audition at three o’clock this afternoon. I’ve already sent the screenplay to you by E-mail. Make sure you go through it before you go there. I’ve given you a chance, and now you have to live up to my standards. Don’t ruin this opportunity!”