Chapter 202 The Unwanted Attention
Chapter 202 The Unwanted Attention
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Zane had assumed Kendrick requested the list for Freya, so after sending it to him, he didn’t bother forwarding another copy to her. This left Freya completely in the dark–she’d only managed to look up the leads online, while the rest of the cast remained unfamiliar faces.
As for someone like Thomas? For someone who’d transmigrated without much knowledge of the entertainment industry, his name meant absolutely nothing.
“Oh, I’m the assistant screenwriter, Freya Stone. Nice to meet you,” Freya replied politely.
“Ms Stone, you must be quite talented to land an assistant screenwriting role at such a young age,” Thomas said smoothly. lying through his teeth. He had no idea whether she was talented or not.
“Flattery won’t get you anywhere. And you are… Freya asked bluntly,
Thomas blinked. “I’m Thomas.”
J’Oh, nice to meet you, Mr. Thomas, Freya responded naturally, as if greeting any ordinary stranger.
Thomas felt a twinge of irritation.
Is she seriously pretending not to know me?
“Ms. Stone, you… don’t recognize me?”
“Uh, should I?” Freya caught herself and quickly added, “Sorry, I don’t follow celebrity news much, so I’m not familiar with
many actors.
Ah. If she comes from a wealthy family with strict upbringing it makes sense. Probably a bookworm with no time for pop culture.
Thomas‘ smile grew warmer. “No worries. I just figured you’d research the cast beforehand. Anyway, I play the male lead’s
rival in this series.”
Male lead’s rival!
Freya gave him a once–over and nodded. “You do fit the role.”
“Haha, as expected of a screenwriter–you know the story well.”
“She wrote the story. Of course she knows it,” Daniel cut in dryly from beside her.
As an A–list screenwriter, Daniel carried weight in the industry. His scripts guaranteed him casting influence, and few dared to cross him. Known for his aloof demeanor, he rarely engaged in small talk, so most actors kept their distance to avoid awkwardness,
Thomas was startled by Daniel’s interjection–flattered, even–but then the words registered.
Wait, Ms. Stone is the original author?”
Freya, equally surprised by Daniel’s unexpected support, nodded sheepishly.
Daniel shot Thomas a sidelong glance
I might not involve myself in petty drama, but I’d heard enough about Thomas‘ reputation to guess his intentions. While
F’s personal choices are her own, I’m not about to let her walk into a trap blind.
Thomas toned down his act slightly
If Daniel had openly vouched for her, she clearly had his approval. Any schemes would have to wait–better to play the long game.
“Then, if I have questions about my character later, could I consult you, Ms. Stone?”
Thomas didn’t even hesitate before trotting out this classic excuse–one he’d used countless times to get
Tm just the original author. Mr. Daniel’s adaptations will flesh out the roles further, and I’m not well–versed in filming
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specifics. If you have doubts, ask him first. Only come to me if it’s absolutely necessary.”
Oh please.
She side–eyed Thomas suspiciously,
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Is he trying to make Daniel rezent me? No sane actor will bypass the head writer to pester an assistant–right in front of said head writer
“Mr. Daniel must be busy. I meant only if needed. You wouldn’t refuse me, would you?” Thomas batted his eyelashes. “Someone as lovely as you must have an equally lovely heart.”
Weakness flaunted plus flattery–his go–to combo.
However, Freya wanted to gag
Emotional blackmail! Seriously? Did he think I’d swoon over cheap praise and guilt trips? Get real
She smiled thinly. “This is my first time as an assistant screenwriter. I’m still learning the ropes myself, so I might not be much help. We’ll see if the need arises.”
Her deflection was smooth as silk.
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