The grand celebration that the Morgans had planned so carefully ended abruptly and in a way no one could have predicted. In the end, I did not choose to sign with any of the top-tier film companies that had offered me contracts. I politely declined the enthusiastic invitations from Chairman Thompson and the various producers. Instead, I calmly walked back to the standard contract I already held with Apex Media and signed the renewal page. A basic contract meant fewer restrictions and greater freedom, perfect for me to settle down and hone my craft. While the heavy backing of top resources was tempting, I knew clearly what kind of environment I needed to build the strongest possible foundation for my career. During the time between projects, I continued working as a production assista

