I'm sorry for what happened to you, Miss Sapphire. She looked at him with a cold gaze and replied.
I think I made the wrong decision coming here. This is New York, there are still other places and agencies that will welcome me and treat me with the respect I deserve. Ricardo was a bit irritated, but he quickly adjusted himself.
Anisa is not part of Croft Universe. She's just my fiancée's best friend. Her behavior cannot represent our agency. I will ask her to apologize to you.
Anisa and Diana weren't happy to hear this, but they remained silent, since Ricardo was in his worst mood right then.
You must be treating me this way because I am merely a rising star and not an A-lister. But then, I have won a newcomer award before in a foreign country as well, which many agencies don't know of. If they do, they will surely offer me a satisfactory contract.
Rose was done there. She turned her body around, gave a small thanks to Judy and was about to leave the building. The way she was speaking and walking was full of resolution. It bothered Ricardo.
Before she could leave, he grabbed her hand and spun her around. This gesture shocked both of them, but she quickly gained her composure again and stared at him with cold eyes.
What is it this time, Mr. Croft? Are you going to humiliate me like your fiancée's best friend did? A frown appeared on his face. For some reason, hearing the words' fiancée 'from her mouth just didn't sound right.
You didn't sign with me. Are you going to sign with Venus Entertainment? He remembered she said she would do it if she didn't get a contract with him.
He didn't want it to happen. No, he wouldn't allow it.
Rose let out a sarcastic sigh and pulled her hand away from him and gave him a polite smile.
I have the freedom and the option. You don't have the right to ask for it. With that, she left as quickly as possible. Ricardo was about to chase her, but he was stopped by Diana. She put on the most pitiful face, trying to gain his sympathy.
Ricardo, I'm sorry, I didn't mean anything of this to happen.
Yes, me too. But I did it for you, Ricardo, Anisa added quickly. Ricardo was disgusted with them at the moment. He was too angry to think or deal with any of their drama anymore.
Do you realize what you have just done? You just drove away a star we're about to scout, because of your emotional stupidity. Ricardo rarely ever lost his temper to the point of spitting harsh words. That's how they knew they really screwed up.
I just didn't want that sort of person to be around you. She might try to seduce you and ruin your relationship. Anisa argued again.
It's not your place to do that! This is a workplace, you should be professional! He raised his voice again before sighing.
I have had enough of this. I don't want to listen to your explanation. He placed two fingers on his forehead.
Sapphire is a rising star for a reason. She has won a newcomer award and other agencies are paying attention to her right now. She could be a big star in the future. You've humiliated her. If she ends up signing with Venus Entertainment, we're missing out on a huge opportunity!
His pride couldn't take it. He couldn't let a potential person like her fall into the hands of his rivals.
Anisa, you really messed up this time. You had better go apologize to her later. Help Diana pave the way in her career. He made one last sarcastic remark before heading to the elevator, leaving both of them alone.
Ricardo needed to think of a way to fix it. He had to win her over somehow. Not for any personal interest, but for the sake of his business.
Once he reached his private office, he called for Rico.
Find out about Sapphire's preference and taste. I'm taking her out for dinner tonight.