"These photos are indeed impressive. Might I know if you're looking for another job? If you do, why not come work for our studio? Our studio could use a photographer like you who understands both photography and dance," said Serena.
Rita gave a faint smile. Serena sure knew what she was doing. She did not give a definite answer about letting Rita interview Claire but instead offered her a photographer position at their studio.
'Do they really see me as just another reporter from those gossip magazines?' wondered Rita.
"Sorry, but I've signed a long-term contract with New Capital Times. Miss Serena, you should be aware of the weight our newspaper carries. An interview with Claire would be a win-win situation. It would not only elevate her reputation domestically but also help the public understand her better. Why wouldn't you seize such an opportunity? You should also know that our newspaper doesn't interview just anyone."
Reporters from New Capital Times all had a sense of pride, and Rita was no exception. Serena started to waver.
Since Claire returned from abroad after her studies, she only had gained some semblance of reputation within the dance community. In other words, many in the public did not know about her yet.
Moreover, it would not be sustainable for any artist's career to be obscure. As Claire's agent, Serena understood this point the most.
However, the artist she represented was extremely stubborn. Despite having so many good opportunities presented to her, she stubbornly turned them down. As her agent, Serena felt both frustrated and helpless.
Thus, she could not bear to let an interview with New Capital Times slip away.
"Alright, please wait here for a moment. I'll go and ask her again. Whether she agrees or not, I'll make sure to give you a satisfactory answer," said Serena.
Rita never expected Claire to be so unyielding. At that point, she could not return empty-handed.
She told Serena firmly, "Give me two minutes—no, just one minute. I only need a few words with Miss Claire. I've come all this way, Miss Serena, so surely you can at least agree to this request, right? It'll be hard for me to explain to the newspaper if I return empty-handed."
Rita decided to put on some pressure, since she was working for New Capital Times.
Serena did not want to sour their relationship with them. Finally, she gritted her teeth and nodded. "Alright, come with me."
Rita breathed a sigh of relief. There was no way New Capital Times would support her unless she got that interview with Claire.
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The readers' comments on the novel: The Day I Kissed An Older Man
This book is a good book, but it’s too short. I hope it has a part two👍🏾...
This book is getting boring now. I loved Jeremy, Corinne, Sonny and Lucas. The story needs to end. or bring back more of Jeremy, etc....
I haven't skipped any chapter at all. Though the story is good, it keeps going back to base one. I think this has no ending at all and somehow after reading more than 2500 chapters it's kinda tiring already. They have drained all the thrills....
Great writing! I almost cried when Helen hit Melody! So sad! 😭 can’t wait to see how the relationship with her and Lucas develops though. So tired of the repetitive problems with different people....
Yikes my body tenses so much, my moods change as the scenes change. It leaves me wanting to continue reading....
my heart breaks for melody, so many ups and downs, i shed a few tears when lucas walked by melody carrying thalia, and melody stayed quiet while watching them leave. i find myself getting into character as if im one. i dont remember ever feeling like that in any other books. im thankful the 10 chapters/day. waiting for the next 10...
We have updated progress from 7 chapters/day to 10 chapters/day.<3...
i love grandma Beatrice, there needs to me more people like her in the world straight forward and to the point, no beating around the bush and worrying about offending anyone, why pretend to be someone your not....
looking forward to more chapters, The same thing is happening to Melody as what happened to Luna, if Luna was back maybe she would set Lucas straight, can't wait to see how Lucas handles the situations that will arrive. Poor Melody....
ya Lucas pay more attention to Melody lets see what happens waiting for more chapters thanks...