Capítulo 19: 19. Longterm Plan

Wu Yige hated to admit it, but Katrina was an existence he needed. She was meticulous, could understand his non verbal gesture, and was quick on her feet. She handled everything smoothly to the point Wu Yige felt the day without her was horroundeos.

Suspending her was a mistake on his part, but what she did was also terrible!

Last weekend was the last airing for The World of The Star and there's a fan watch party Wu Yige must attend. Before they went there, she booked him an appointment with a doctor, A FUCKING ANDROLOGIST! A male reproductive doctor specialist!

Katrina was showing spite and he hated it!!!

His anger was over the rooftop and immediately left the place with Tae Yang. Returning the favor he suspended her work until further notice. Not only she didn't protesteed, she didn't even call him for a week now!

Katrina Shin, you annoying brat!

The said brat was in LYX's building, the agency of Arthur Shang.

Katrina just worked with Wang Media for the last year, she was a new addition to the silent force behind a celebrated celebrity, orchestrating the behind-the-scenes magic that made stardom sparkle. From managing schedules to handling crises, their role was pivotal but seldom acknowledged. She was supposed to be just the Life Assistant, helping celebrities with their day to day life and daily obligations that might've been neglected because of their schedule.

It was a smoke mirror.

She ended up doing more of a Personal Assistant's job, as his daily life was already handled by a professional domestic helper agency.

Now, her job was to be some kind of trustworthy companion and 24/7 minion because they were paid by the agency or celebrities. As long as Katrina did a great job in handling her celebrity, she could one day be in charge of choosing projects, promoting her celebrity to brands, and get a bigger cut of earning from the celebrity's net worth.

Katrina was now dumbfounded when Shen Fe told her that Leo Luo - the CEO himself, requested a meeting with her.

"He's not just a boss I try to impress, he's also an elder I want to impress!" Shen Fe stopped Katrina from leaving the car, "Besides, we won't force you to sign or anything. Just listen to his proposal first. Who knows maybe you got a change of heart because they offered something better than Wang Media. Please, Kat. For me?"

Katrina was cursing Shen Fe harsly in her heart, her best friend wasn't just sending her here just for the damn offering, she was using Katrina's weakness!

Handsome man!

"It's good to finally meet you, Katrina," he paused, flashing an award winning entrepreneur's smile, "I can call you that, right?"

"Of course, Mr. Luo."

"Oh, don't call me that. You can call me Leo. I might be Arthur's uncle, but I'm not that old."

"Uncle, I'll take F with me, okay? Grandma is waiting in the resort."

'You bitch!' Katrina vocalized it through her eyes and Shen Fe winked at her before the CEO office's door closed.

"It's a new tea from Lembang, I hope you like it."

It was weird, she was usually the one getting things, but Leo Luo - a CEO served her a drink. Having leverage was really nice, eh?

Now, how am I supposed to reject the signing proposal from this handsome man? Shen Fe you little shit!

"Before asking Shen Fe for a meeting my team already contacted you, but you refused my top agent's offer. I usually ask if there's anything you're not satisfied with, but I hear you're not even reading the contract before you decline. May I know why?"

Stopping sipping the tea, she put the cup down. "I'm a contracted worker with Wang Media, since the beginning I'm only entering showbiz to be a PA, at best I strive to be an agent. I was never interested in being in front of the camera."

Leo Luo slightly giggled, "Come on, you're a natural at this. There's something magnetic about you that makes people love you. Getting this much support only for a campaign wasn't easy, even the famous celebrity might not garner this much attention."

"It's just a fluke, people will forget about it soon enough."

"That's where you're wrong," he sat beside her and slid the iPad open, "Look at this. These entrepreneurs and brands see your newfound popularity as an opportunity. I bet your inbox is flooded with offers for brand collaborations and sponsorships, but you don't take a moment to open them at all."

"I already rejected them, Sir."

"Then you're in trouble, you've offended people in the industry. After all, you're not signed under Wang Media celebrity's contract, you are just a normal office worker. It was easy for them to destroy you."

"What? Why would they resent me for that? I'm sure they had more people to recruit. I doubt they will make things difficult for me."

"Alright, that might be extreme, but they can turn the pointy end to your artist."

"What? What do you mean?"

"They can forgive you for attending The Ones' event with Wu Yige for his face, besides he's also a powerhouse of the industry. They can forgive you for endorsing The Ones because you're friends with Shen Fe, at best it is called favor. They might forgive you for the rejection now, but later? Don't you say your goal is to be an agent one day? Didn't you realize networking is everything in this industry? Do you really want to offend everyone at this stage and block your artists' future later on?"

Katrina fell into contemplation, she never thought that far ahead. No, no, Leo Luo just wanted to get into her head, she must not fall into his trick. Wang Media was strong enough to protect its artist later.

Leo Luo knew he almost got her, and he added: "Wang Media can protect its artist, but what if you're no longer cooperating with them? I heard you have a niece and you've been planning her education in the long run. You should think carefully, Katrina, schools are expensive, raising a kid is expensive. Even if you're not contracted under me, you can read my contract first. So did others' offers. Don't be so clean cut too early."

The entertainment industry takes notice of Katrina Shin's presence. Leo Luo heard insiders said audition invitations pour in for TV shows and movies so did many brand collaborations, but as expected she rejected it all. She didn't even hold the decision to ponder a potential career shift.

Even Wang Media recognized the potential within their ranks. Du Chen immediately offered Katrina an actress contract, presenting a unique challenge of navigating fame within the familiar confines of her workplace, yet she still refused.

Leo Luo saw her not only as a money maker, but a literal rough diamond. She was handling the crowd with ease, interacting with them with care but also sternity, making them feel close but also from a safe distance. The star quality was proved by her The Ones photoshoot, she also worked with top crew and actors, and insiders have it, Katrina helped Wu Yige overcome his demon during a filming and. All Katrina needed was a push and training.

Leo Luo could give her that.

"Then, I'll take the contract to read, first."

It was another dazzling smile of Leo Luo and the affirmative, "Of course."

***

Wu Yige's suspension of Katrina didn't mean she didnt work, she just didn't come to his home.

At the lounge slash office reserved for Wu Yige, Katrina was sorting out gifts from fans.

"Miss Katrina, we left the big package in the hallway. Call us in logistics when you need help to move them."

"Alright, thank you for your hard work. Don't forget to take your milk tea when it arrives."

"Yoohoo!"

"Yes!"

The crews were excited, but the team leader was a little bit hesitant; "Miss Katrina, you've treat us all the time, you don't have to do that."

"What are you talking about, it's Brother Yi's treat. You guys are working hard to help him and his fans, he's very grateful."

Everyone knew the truth, but so what. It doesn't matter who bought them things, the underlying still the same.

"Then, please send our thanks to Superstar Wu."

"Alright, see you later."

The young men leave and Katrina starts to sort the gifts by category. Once it arrived at Wang Media building, fan gifts went through a security check by metal detector and x-rays. This was to make sure no harmful gifts were sent to them.

Artists must look friendly and even the so-called cold gods and goddesses must form a good relationship with fans and maintain their public image. Sometimes people forget that they were also human with feelings, emotions, and principles. Some people out there are using them as objects of hate and obsession.

An assistant not only the front protection of the artist but also the last layer of safety net. Categorizing the gifts not only to make sure of its organization, but also its safety.