In the afternoon, amid a flurry of tasks that made her forget about the talent show, her phone broke the silence.


    With a weary tone, Lindsey answered, “Hello, this is Lindnita Artists Agency…”


    But within seconds, her demeanor shifted as she heard the news, standing abruptly and asking, “Pardon?”


    The voice on the other end repeated, “This is Star Search.


    We made a mistake with the guest list.


    What we should cancel is the other guests, not Xiomara and Sumner.


    We’re sorry and would like to extend a renewed invitation for them to participate in the show.


    ”


    Lindsey was baffled.


    They got it wrong?


    The assistant director was so aggressive before.


    Now the crew said they got it wrong?


    Were they taking her for a fool?


    Trying to control her rising frustration, Lindsey listened as the caller continued, “Additionally, we’d like to invite Ms.


    Sh Potter from yourpany to be a judge.


    Her vast experience and talent make her an ideal choice.


    We believe a partnership would be mutually beneficial.


    Please consider it.


    ”


    The caller offered Lindsey a graceful way out, leaving her little room to protest.


    “Alright, I understand.Text content ? N?velDrama.Org.


    However, I’ll need to discuss it with Sh first and see if she’s interested.


    I’ll get back to youter, is that okay?”


    “Of course.


    ”


    Once the call ended, Lindsey’s emotions were a whirlwind, swinging from one extreme to another.


    Nheless, Lindsey had managed to tackle one issue.


    Humming cheerfully, she quickly rang up Sh.


    Sh picked up promptly, herughter echoing at Lindsey’s evident joy.


    Sh asked, “What’s going on, Linds? You sound so happy.


    ”


    “I’ve just cleared up a major headache.


    ”


    Lindsey filled Sh in on every detail before asking, “So, what do you think about being a judge?”


    Sh responded cautiously, “Do you think I’m the right fit?”


    Lindsey could sense Sh’s hesitation.


    After all, with thepany’s trainees featured in such a significant event, any misstep from Sh could stir controversy and thrust thepany into the limelight for all the wrong reasons.


    Having recently returned and faced with past public scrutiny, Sh was naturally cautious about re-entering such kind of thing.


    Yet, the potential benefits were undeniable.


    “Your recent projects have kept you out of the public eye.


    Now that yourtest film isplete, joining this show could boost your personal profile and simultaneously elevate thepany’s image.


    It’s a chance to promote your new film as well.


    I believe the positives outweigh the negatives.


    ”


    After a moment’s thought, Lindsey continued, “But still, the choice is yours.


    ”


    “If it benefits thepany, then I’m in,” Sh replied earnestly, “I’m aware we’ve been missing out on program invitationstely.


    A chance like this doesn’te often, and I want to contribute to yourpany’s sess.


    ”


    “Sh.


    .


    Lindsey was deeply moved.