CHAPTER 7.

5 YEARS BACK;

"was that Wendy girl really annoying?"Andy asked Esther when she went home from her first day in EM ENTERTAINMENT. "Truthfully, we didn't talk that much, she seemed strict in her works"Esther replied. "And what's wrong with you?"Andy asked. "Well, she's Luc's girlfriend"Esther looked discouraged which made Andy burst out into laugh. "But he already told you that he got someone, beside that, how did you expect to win Luc's heart?"Andy Exclaimed. "You ain't helping"Esther replied as she stood up and pick her cellphone from the dressing table. "I've been checking their social media, it seems that Luc doesn't post her or admit their relationship publically"Esther said, showing Andy in her phone. "Esther, this isn't you!" Andy woke her a little. "But check out Wendy's post, she post all her feelings about him"Esther couldn't pay much attention on Andy's reaction. "Esther... Esther"Andy called her again. "Okay okay, my Bad"Esther admitted. "what's gotten into you? LUC is just another type of guys, he's a celebrity, you know that! do you think he can just have one woman, why add yourself on a list?"Andy asked. "I am sorry bestie, I've gotten a little distracted since that Luc came in my life, I can't focus, he's everywhere"Esther said pitifully. "Look at you! remember this Esther"Andy held on her both cheeks and looked in her eyes. "you are a girl that any wise man can wish to have, so don't settle for less. okay?"She told her, Esther hugged Andy so tight, she felt normal as she rose her head up again from the hug "But why did he ask me out?" Esther asked but this time, she wasn't that serious. Andy punched her head. "Awww!"Esther smiled with the punishment. "No more Luc in this house! promise?"Andy said. "hmm I will think about it! but yeah I promise" Esther smiled. "Whoever bring back the topic will....."Andy started but Esther joined in as they complete the line."Wash both cars for a week". they laughed so loudly.

The next time, Esther went to the EM ENTERTAINMENT. It was a week after the first day, she would only go for a scheduled appointment or with a call, because she was yet to find a movie to play.

"You are early today"Luc said as they bumped into each other on the elevator gate. "usually!"Esther smiled as the elevator opens and the two entered. "how is your friend?"Luc asked, "Fine since the last time you checked"Esther mocked him because she knew he never asked about Andy before. "And how is Your Wendy?"Esther asked too. "Very fine, in the scene ground. thank you for asking"Luc was a strict young man, hard to read. then the elevator arrive on the floor where Estherra was going, "Great! say hi when you see her"She added as she move out but again, Luc called her "Esther" and she turned back "Please have a good day and be careful today, I mean it"Luc said and Esther turned back and was gone, the elevator had to continue.

In The Conference room;

"All the actress here aren't capable! the shareholders said they need a full project written, we can't find a suitable actress, the story of that movie is really exciting and it will make out on sale but we need someone who can fit in the role perfectly"Director Yun said. "and again who is the producer of this one?"CEO Derrick asked, "He who is always a minute or two late"Producer Danny, the rival of Luc replied , it was then that Luc stepped in, "But always comes with the answer" Luc replied. "Good morning everyone, I am not excusing to be late, not every answer should be found in right schedule"He added, Mr Derrick smiled, 'I always know you can make it' He through(Derrick) as Luc smiled back at him. "So, the answer is the new actress Ms Estherra Divan"Luc announced. "Who is that?" everyone was in a shock. "we assigned her a week ago, I know most of you, I mean all of you have never seen her play but I know her every move, and I believe in her"Luc continued, "The only choice you have now is to try her, unless there is a better idea"Luc smiled. he knew he got them on this. "But sir... how can we entrust a stranger in a movie that we expect millions of dollars?"Danny asked. "Because we all started as strangers"CEO Derrick replied. "Do you guys have a better idea?"He added, they all look at each other and shook their heads. "Okay, that's it for today. Secretaire Hannah will prepare an appointment with shareholders, and will share you the appointed meeting day, beside.... I would love to see her trying too"Derrick smiled at LUC with the last sentence as he stood up and leave the room. "I am dead!"Luc said silently as he stood up. "Hey Luc"Danny called him. look turned and saw that it was him, "Not today"He Said to him. "are you sure you will make it this time?"He asked. "even if I don't , it's not like I gave up... why are we even talking about this? are we friends?"Luc said. "I have to take care of you Dude"Danny said. Luc approached him and held on his shoulder, "Thanks for your concern but I would appreciate it more if you please mind your own business" Luc whispered in his ear and move out of the conference Hall.

Knocking on a certain door, Luc was permitted to enter, it was Derrick's office,

"Should I ask why producer LUC is here to see me?"Derrick asked looking kinda busy in documents and not looking in his face, "Luc"Mr Gustavo said, and with this correction, Derrick knew it wasn't going to be a business talk. "So Why her?" Derrick asked, putting the pen down on the table, crossing his arms to each other and looking in Luc's eyes. "whatever you are thinking is not right! you Know I always care about my new artists"Luc replied before Derrick would add anything else. "ooh! if nothing to talk about, then why are you here?"Derrick asked going back in his documents. "Your look was calling me really!"Luc laughed. "No, you just wanted to talk about her, I know when you are only being kind. I've known you for years. remember?"Derrick commented. "well, I've done something beyond my professional rules"Luc admitted. "And what is that?" Derrick asked. "I asked her to talk about work but outside"Luc replied. Derrick felt like not believing this Mr professional guy. "wait! you Luc, took her out?"He asked. "you know what? I need a coffee"Luc changed the subject, Derrick hit his office fixed phone and dialed on the coffee site, "Two cups of coffee"he said over the phone as he cut the line. "You sure we can talk about this?"Derrick asked him. "I am always sure in telling you my weak part, in fact that's why we are best friend"Luc replied. "Okay"Derrick had now all his attention on Luc Gustavo, learning all his move and his reactions, "Tell me about the queen Esther of Susa" Derrick smiled and Luc smiled back....