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THE BENEFACTOR (English) 5
George's condo unit looks warm, and incredibly dusty. Jana sat unmoving in the couch. How can a handsome man like him have a dirty house? Though Jana should really change her perception about him. There's nothing normal about how he's acting right now. Vivien's information were twisted! Or that George is a player inside the game as well. She can't ask him that directly. "Do you know Director Sanders?" George lit a cigarette as he sat opposite Jana. "I'm sorry about the dust. It's been years since I last remember this place." "Yeah, I can figure that myself." Jana's nerves were frayed and fragile at the moment— she want nothing else but to flee from George. "And yes, I do know him. What about Mr. Sanders?" "He's my uncle." He stopped and failed not to show his grimace. "He's my uncle in paper. She's my mother's adopted brother, and I don't like him." In attempt to delay George, she asked, "Why?" She doesn't expect George to answer. Things like family problems should not be d
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She debated whether bringing an extra piece of towel would help. 'Of course it does. Maybe George sweat a lot?' Jana really needed to visit the internet now. Vivien's suggestion surpassed her expectations though. She decided to agree with it. This is her first day on the job. 'Why do I hate it already?' "Fine. Let's go!" The heavy bag on her shoulders pulled her back but she persisted. This is only the starting point. She's going to get used to this soon enough. 'Yes. We have to be optimistic about everything.' "Vivien, what time is the shoot?" "It will start at 9 am. Host should arrive earlier than the male lead." "Got it." 'But I don't have a car?' Jana pursed her lips and stared at her reflection on the elevator. 'Do I have to take the subway?' "We can book a taxi, host." 'Booking a taxi? What an expensive way of living!' "Vivien, I ate nothing but instant noodles in the last three days. No one is more familiar with my financial status than you already are."
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Ever since the day Jana first entered the studio, George has been looking at her with questioning expression everyday. As if he wants to study her but is afraid about what he will find out. After quietly mumbling to himself, "Huh, I'm so right.", he wouldn't tell Jana what's the matter. Jana can only leave the guy's head to rot on its own. On the fifth day of doing her job, George asked her to reserve a table at a restaurant after work. Jana did her job without asking. Observing George's movements and searching things on the internet about Director Sanders. Jana haven't met him yet but she knows it will be soon. She started to notice the tightness around George's eyes. The reason could only be his uncle. Jana didn't ask. She knows George hates it when she does. He will inform her once he already made a plan. In her opinion, a male lead like this is a trustworthy team mate. And so she patiently wait. The matter between Seline Chan and George was not settled that day. Georg
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Carmila rarely watches the television. She lived a joyful childhood. Her family is not rich, but she grew up with love. With the right guidance and the protection of her beloved father. When both of her parents died, Carmila didn't feel anything particularly. She expected the intense hurt, despair and even thoughts about death. Carmilla is an only child. And being left behind by both of her parents should break not just her heart but her ambitions to succeed in life. Her primary reason for striving hard was now gone. What's the use of insisting? But surprisingly, Carmilla carried on like nothing happened. She didn't think it was weird. In fact, she couldn't think about anything at all. Her boss called and ask why did she stop coming to work. Only then Carmilla realized that she had to report back. She forgot taking a bath. She forgot about her parents death. Carmilla had stopped eating after one week. She didn't feel that there's something wrong. Carmilla even thanked god t
THE BENEFACTOR (English) 9
Jana underestimated Mr. Sanders' wealth. His mansion is huge, with a background of the mountains. The manmade river in front. The tall gate didn't hinder Jana from seeing the wealth behind it. She held George's hand tightly. The pressure in her chest made it hard to breathe. "George, I don't think... your family will like me." "They don't need to like you." The man smiled. His casual clothes gave him a homey ambience. The sight provided Jana peace. "That should be my job." 'Wow.' George is in character ever since they get inside the car. Jana couldn't say that she doesn't like it. Everyone likes gentle treatment. Upon entering the grand threshold, Jana swallowed all of her compliments about the house. The backyard and the garden looked like a manmade paradise, but the internal design looks hideous and... incredibly manly. There are several antlers hung on the wall as well as swords and crossbows. Jana almost turn into steel while walking idly. After a few while, she can't
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Carmila eyed the entrance of Starry Sea studio production, waiting for the male lead of the drama, And Then There Was You. Today was the start of their highly anticipated car-chasing scene where the male lead's past with the bad crowd emerge, endangering the female protagonist because of their relationship. Seline Chan arrived earlier, Carmila had expected it. But George... George is another matter. He's been an hour late now, and the preparations are nearly done. She's a hair-width away from calling Jana to ask about George's whereabouts. Not that she had the right to know. The director knew about the reason. Looks like George had called him in advance. The man unhurriedly ordered the staff around while briefing Seline. "Okay, nice team. Treat yourselves with a cup of coffee. Your dear George sent these snacks to compensate his tardiness today. I say we should forgive him because this is the first time that it happened." One of the producers walk beside the director as they ta
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"Cut! Seline, what's with the lisp? I told you to work with your pronunciation! I thought we had it all sorted out, huh?" George nodded absentmindedly, reading the script all over again while eyeing the crowd. It was nine in the evening, and Seline's last clip for today has problems. Resulting them to shoot it for— the sixth time. George familiarized himself with the character's interaction so he can play it out more casually and less tense for tomorrow. Jana left yesterday, and the morning started with Carmila's white coffee. He's not sure wether accepting it is a good thing or not. The stuff might came from Seline, and he doesn't want anything to do with her anymore. George regarded her as an unwanted ex. It was Seline who asked for a chance to try it out. He accepted it, wondering idly if the dating phase turned out great, it would be a great hype. Two weeks after they dated exclusively, she had cheated on him with a man he doesn't even know. Now Seline wants to befriend
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'People make problems for themselves.' That was the morning quote that Vivien gave her when she Jana woke up the next morning. She grinned without humor, asking the system, 'Is this you giving me a hint that I'm being too willful?' Vivien actually answered, 'Willful? Not. Stupid? No—uhm.' Jana wave her hand to disperse the bad vibes early in the morning. She took a bath and changed. She prepared fried rice for breakfast and a large cup of coffee. After conditioning herself, Jana listened to a crime soundtracks and eerie background music before starting to type her initial findings. She numbered them according to the timeframe and the relevant details and the follow up questions that needs answers. She needs to go in the police station. Then go meet the old people living inside the Salinzer's house. Once the necessary steps were all done, she can finally have one fruitful conclusion. Profiling the behaviors of each person involved can be a great help towards her analysis. Their
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