“Oh yeah, I’m contemplating a potential fix. What if your fans or paparazzi spotted you with someone who isn’t Everett? It’s early yet, so they can spin it as the start of Everett’s romantic pursuit of you. How about we have you date a guy guesting on the show? It would fit how you’d meet him? I’m thinking about a series of dates; two, three, not just one date. Maybe you’re seen by the fans and paparazzi getting cozy with him in a club; maybe an intimate dinner before or after. Everett might catch sight of you with this guy; he can’t help his jealousy. He interrupts your dates, making a scene. Everett won’t profess his love right away; he’ll interfere with your dates. Make the guy feel like a third wheel. It’s not odd for actors to frequent the same few clubs and restaurants. Perhaps that’s how he figures out he wants to pursue you romantically. He’s jealous of the other guy and your interest in him.” Ben first sounded distracted. As he worked through this. His excitement grew noticeab
Everett met this morning with a new agent, and it was what he’d expected. He believed he should continue searching for a new agent. Unexpectedly, Nunzio Christiano did something no unsigned agent would do at the end of their meeting. “Before we part ways forever, Mr. Stone. Please think about how to address the overnight social media chaos. It doesn’t paint you or Rebecca Jones in a good light. You look like you jump ship every time the wind changes, and Ms. Jones looks like a sick, crazy woman. Before criticizing the messenger, consider the need for a plan to handle this mess. I understand both women are beautiful, and you struggle with needing one for your career success. I’ll give you the truth. Your work speaks more to your career than both women. So, that takes your career needs off the table. So, if you’re looking to become romantically, tied long term with one of them. May I recommend you choose now and side with her? The battle lines are forming and I’m afraid you’
“Paulo ensured you never found out, with Gena’s support. So, fine. You have a history with both women, but I’m sensing or hearing regret based around Ms. Jones.” Nunzio Christiano watched his latest client understand the situation he’d fallen into. He didn’t realize how much of a pawn he’d been until now. Nunzio had worked hard to reach this level, close to Rebecca Jones. Right now, Nunzio cussed out Everett Stone and his relationship with Rebecca. Several black marks stained the man’s record. His only saving grace is he admitted to Nunzio he recognized his mistakes and wanted to pursue repairing them. This would make the person paying Nunzio thrilled. Rebecca was unaware, but her past was sneaking up on her in a way she’d foresee. Gena D’Ore and her family of barely legal businessmen, would soon realize how far their connections were, and the lasting influence of their family. Nunzio knew what Rebecca suffered from. After all, it ran on her mother’s side of th
Unlike many stars, Rebecca didn’t expect special treatment. Her makeup artist didn’t come to her to beg her to allow her to put her makeup on. Rebecca wouldn’t do that to anyone. She felt it was unnecessarily rude, though she knew some who would fight to prevent the makeup artist from doing their job. “What happened Becca? It’s not like you being late.” Daisy said. She scolded Rebecca good naturedly. They’d become work friends over the years and comfortable in their friendship. “I’m sorry someone must have sent me the wrong schedule. I’m cursing myself for not calling to make sure it was correct, but it was so late when I received it, I was afraid to call so late.” Rebecca settled into the makeup chair while Daisy hovered, ready to pounce and do her job. “Hon, John is in fine form this morning, so I’ll try to get you done as soon as I’m able.” Daisy said. Her words warning Rebecca of what to expect as much as to tell her what she’d misse
Everett had become worried when Rebecca hadn’t arrived on set on time. Since he’d arrived from his breakfast meeting with Nunzio, he’d been traveling back and forth between the sound stage and their dressing rooms looking for her. He only stopped doing that during his turn in the makeup chair. Currently, he didn't care about people staring at him. They filmed it and met with PR people for the romance plan. He still struggled to believe how quickly they’d come up with a plan. Now, he suspected they’d worked on it before either he or Rebecca agreed to the plan. “Have you seen Rebecca?” Everett stopped a grip as he walked by him. He’d asked anyone who passed him if they knew anything about Rebecca since he discovered she hadn’t arrived on time. It was so unlike her. Everett wanted to know how she took the comments online this morning. He prayed the comments didn’t cause her any unnecessary stress. Everett didn’t want her to get sick from it. “Not yet,
Rebecca thought the filming went well once she confirmed no one saw Everett kiss her. What was he thinking? His action could cause the Studio to fire them if they’re caught. If she slapped him, it would draw attention to their situation.They had a meeting with a PR Representative to discuss the foolishness. Sign some legal wavers and the like. Rebecca questioned how they could believe anyone would see them as a couple.However, they sat and listened as this individual explained the proceedings. “Rebecca, you’ll start off dating Yuri Johannes. The first date is a dinner date. The second date you’ll appear at the Children’s Hospital Fundraiser with Yuri. Everett will arrive and assume control of the date.” The PR Rep said to Rebecca. His knowing smile annoyed her because it proved to her that no one considered how she felt about any of this. All the while, he thought he’d achieved something remarkable. “Everett, you’ll come in and do whatever you need to. Your goal is to ma
With the meeting over, Everett glared at Yuri. Yuri’s presence would soon become a problem for him. Rebecca may not see it, but Everett did. It didn’t help that he didn’t have an agent right now. He expected the contract information by this afternoon, and then he’d have to explain this to Nunzio. Everyone would see him as a fool. “I’ll be right back after using the restroom. Please act like descent grown adult human beings and don’t kill each other while I’m gone. I won’t be the one cleaning up your blood.” Rebecca looked at them like they were a couple of rowdy teens who were ready to rumble over a girl. Neither Yuri nor Everett liked the meaning behind her words. This was work, not some territorial fight. “Don’t take long, Becca, or we won’t guarantee what you’ll find when you get back.” Everett tried to make his words sound like a joke, but the truth was he wanted to pound Yuri’s face in. He smirked like a begging ass. “Everett, we mu
Rebecca stood outside the conference door. Yuri and Everett didn’t realize the door was open a crack and she could hear their foolish posturing. She was clueless about their point, but she refused to be a prize they fought for. At first, Yuri seemed playful. However, Rebecca changed her mind upon hearing of his attempt to improve the deal. Hello! WTF? She was involved in this and neither took her feelings into account. Why did Yuri want to antagonize Everett? That was what Rebecca wanted to know. Everett acted like he had some prior claim on her and had some secret knowledge no one else had. Well, Rebecca would have to admit he might remember more than anyone else knew. She had to confront him and make him stop confirming her illness to others. Damn it, she’d end up losing everything this way if he had his way. Is that why he’s back? He’d slowly take everything she had. He could witness her gradual breakdown. Rebecca would die before tha