Chapter 132

“How could that be possible? As soon as you told me you lived in a shanty town, I knew the environment wasn’t very good.”

“No, you have to move out. If you find the hotel expensive, I can rent an apartment for you nearby.”

“No need!” I hugged Lavonne, touched, and said, “We need to save money now, so let’s be more frugal. The place I live in is really nice, and the people are very friendly. You don’t have to worry.”

Lavonne sighed again. “It’s a pity I’m just a small supporting role now. When can I become a big star and play the leading lady? By then, I will have money and can buy you a big villa.”

“Sure,” I said, looking at her firmly. “You can definitely become a big star.”

In fact, Lavonne possessed strong performing talent. Even at graduation, she had several film offers, and her future looked bright. It was her stepmother’s interference that forced her exile abroad. Now that she’s returned, the entertainment industry has largely forgotten her.

Lavonne looked at me and whispered, “Ralda, do you think I was unlucky? I was born into a good family, but ended up with such a father and stepmother, making me work so hard to make a living.”

She mentioned her father, reminding me of my dad’s absurd behavior during that time.

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I patted her shoulder and comforted her, “It’s okay. These difficult days will pass; as long as we work hard, things will definitely get better!”

Lavonne smiled. “Luckily, I had you. If it weren’t for you accompanying me through the low point, I would probably have been depressed and committed suicide.”

“Fool, why are you talking nonsense? We all need to love ourselves.”

Back then, Lavonne’s father had an affair, her parents were arguing about a divorce, and Lavonne couldn’t handle the stress, leading to depression. Later, her parents divorced, and a cruel stepmother constantly harassed and bullied her. At school, her classmates mocked and humiliated her, worsening her depression.

The first time I met her, she was standing on a rooftop, ready to jump and end her life. It took much effort to persuade her, and afterward, fearing a relapse, I often accompanied her. Slowly, we became best friends, confidantes.

Not wanting her to dwell on those dark days, I changed the subject. “How many offers have you received recently? I haven’t seen you in a long time.”

“I originally accepted five or six roles, but later I turned them all down. Once I finish shooting my supporting role scenes here, I’ll head to Winston’s set.”

Speaking of this, Lavonne became excited. “Ralda, you won’t believe this, but Winston is investing in a big production, and he called me today to ask me to play a female supporting role.”

I was taken aback. Could the big production Lavonne mentioned be the project Winston secured investment for?

“But Ralda, the best part isn’t the supporting role, but how handsome the male lead is! Really, so handsome,” Lavonne said, taking out her phone and showing me a photo. “Look, this is him—the male lead. Isn’t he handsome?”

Looking at the photo, I twitched my mouth. Isn’t this Anton? When did he become a star? Or did Winston cut costs by directly appointing Anton as the male lead? Is that too risky?

Just as I was thinking, Lavonne said, “You haven’t been keeping up with entertainment news lately, have you? Let me tell you, this handsome guy is the hottest rising male star. He seems to have been abroad and recently returned. And I heard he’s also the CEO of a company.”

That’s right, the rising male star is Anton.

Let me tell you, a new star recently emerged in the entertainment industry—an extremely handsome guy…

I suddenly remembered Quentin mentioning this newcomer that day. At the time, I was focused on moving and didn’t pay attention. Originally, Quentin was also talking about Anton. If I’d known then that Anton was a celebrity with Winston as a backer, things might have been different.