Chapter 325

“Yes, madam,” Ben said, but he didn’t act immediately. Debra noticed his uncertainty. “Is there something else?” she asked.

“There is one more thing,” Ben hesitated. “Cathryn has signed a contract with Nichols Entertainment, and they’ve reached out with a proposal. They want Cathryn to do a magazine shoot with Michael.”

“The McKinney Group or the Frazier Group?”

“The Frazier Group.”

The Nichols Group wouldn’t dare approach the McKinney Group directly, but they seemed eager to exploit old connections with the Frazier Group. Michael was now a top-tier star with a massive fan base and numerous awards. If Cathryn could work with him, her career would undoubtedly receive a boost.

“It seems the Nichols family wants Cathryn to start at the very top,” Debra mused, a soft chuckle escaping her lips. Starting at the top wasn’t always a good thing, and she knew that better than anyone.

“Should we agree to their proposal?” Ben asked.

Debra replied, “You can ask Michael directly. See what he thinks. If he agrees, I won’t stand in the way.”

Ben was puzzled by her decision. Giving Cathryn this opportunity could strengthen the Nichols Group’s position, potentially undermining their previous efforts to dismantle their opponent.

“Something bothering you, Ben?” Debra asked.

“No, ma’am. I’ll go ask Michael now,” Ben replied, quickly exiting the office.

Debra turned her gaze to the window, lost in thought. If the Nichols Group wanted a cash cow, they should find the right person. And somehow, that person had to be Michael. Beneath his polished, reserved exterior lay a cunning and calculating mind. Cathryn wouldn’t find the path to stardom so easy.

On set, Ben approached Michael’s manager and relayed Debra’s message. Michael heard it and flashed a smile. “A collaboration? Why not?”

The manager looked surprised. “But the Nichols Group and Ms. Frazier…”

“It doesn’t matter,” Michael interjected smoothly. “Tell Ben I’ve accepted the proposal.”

The manager stared at Michael, bewildered. Agreeing to this collaboration seemed to go against Debra’s interests, effectively aiding the Nichols Group’s new artist. He couldn’t believe Michael would make such a decision.

As the cooperation between the Nichols Group and the Frazier Group was finalized, Juan received the news with a scowl. Joe stood nearby, holding a document.

“The cooperation agreement has been signed, sir. And here is the divorce agreement sent by Mrs. Nichols.”

“Don’t bring me this nonsense again. Just throw it away.”

“Yes, sir.”

“Since we’re collaborating with the Frazier Group again, I want to host a press conference.”

“A press conference? But this is a minor collaboration. It’s not necessary.”

Juan cut him off. “Host a dinner party. Invite the partners and reporters. Michael is an award-winning actor, after all. We should extend some courtesy to our new artist.”

Joe immediately understood Juan’s true intention. This wasn’t about a press conference; it was about creating an opportunity to meet Debra.