Rebirth of a Flopped Actress: Career First, Love Second

Chapter 265: More Side Gigs Like This, Please!

Tobie immediately arranged for the contract to be drawn up and signed with Olivia. Holding the contract that had doubled her pay, Olivia thought to herself, "This feels amazing!"

“Then I’m counting on you!” Tobie said tearfully.

With a serious nod, Olivia approached the guests who were still trying to convince Louis to compete.

“Stop putting pressure on him,” Olivia said.

The guests turned to her. “But… we really don’t have another way out.”

Olivia let out a soft sigh. “Fine, let me take care of it.”

The guests were taken aback. “Livi, don’t push yourself too far!”

“After so many episodes together, we’re practically friends,” Olivia said. “I don’t want to see any of you get hurt.”

Louis was on the verge of tears, and Whitney and Joycelyn gazed at her with gratitude.

Tobie watched the scene unfold, feeling deeply touched. What a selfless artist!

But then…

“You all understand I’m under contract with my agency,” Olivia said. “Since this is risky, about the pay you mentioned earlier…” She hesitated deliberately.

Tobie froze. Why does this sound so familiar?

The guests quickly caught on to her meaning.

“Don’t worry! We’ll honor our words. I’ll get my agent to draft a contract right now!” Joycelyn said, wiping her tears and feeling even more admiration for Olivia. She was stepping up yet again; even with concerns about agency rules, Livi was truly noble!

The others eagerly agreed, having their assistants prepare contracts. Olivia wasted no time signing them, securing multiple paychecks for one episode. The satisfaction was indescribable.

At that moment, even Felix seemed more likable. More chances like this, please!

Growing impatient, Felix asked, “Have you made your decision?”

Moments later, he saw Olivia approaching, flanked by the guests.

“We’ve decided I’ll go first,” she declared, her face beaming with joy from her extra earnings.

Felix stared at her, perplexed. While he’d expected her to volunteer, why is she smiling like she won the lottery?

Clearing his throat, Felix said, “Alright, pick an opponent from among us.”

Everyone, including the students, turned their focus to her. The students were fully aware of the strength ranking among the six.

“She better not pick Felix!”

“I heard Felix almost joined the elite squad but ended up here due to an eye injury.”

“No wonder his combat skills are unbeatable.”

“But the other five aren’t pushovers. They’re all combat instructors. What is the school even thinking? Choosing anyone is a disaster.”

“Does the school hate this show?”

Olivia glanced at the six instructors, finally pointing to Felix. “You,” she said.

The students groaned collectively. Why him?

Felix raised a brow. “You’re sure?”

“Since I’m being paid, I’ll pick the strongest,” Olivia said with a smile.

Her response left Felix momentarily stunned. Paid? What money? And how does she know I’m the strongest? I’m not the tallest or the most built. How could she tell?

Felix pressed again, “You’re certain?”

Olivia replied calmly, “I got paid to solve problems.”

Felix was utterly baffled. What is she talking about? Has she lost her mind? Whose money is she talking about?