New Beginnings and Aspirations
608 Words
“Luke, why are you still here?”
Kevin approached, surprised to find Luke talking to an unfamiliar woman.
Luke glanced back at him. “You go ahead. I’ve got a few things to handle.”
Kevin wasn’t going to leave. He’d known Luke for years, and this was the first time he’d seen him talk to a woman for this long, apart from his sister, Aria.
He greeted Lily warmly, “Hi, I’m Kevin.”
Lily maintained a professional demeanor, her expression perfectly composed. “Hello, Mr. Kevin. I’m Mellisa’s assistant.”
“Mellisa…” Kevin paused. “Oh, I thought you were a new talent Luke just signed.”
Lily smiled politely, “I look forward to working with you.”
Kevin chuckled, “So do I. I just added Ms. Mellisa on w******p. Your boss has a good talent for exploring stars.”
Kevin had always been charming and easy to talk to. Women found him approachable, and he had high standards—only the most beautiful women could hold his attention.
Luke stood quietly, observing Lily with interest. She was fully in assistant mode, seizing opportunities for her artist.
Western Star was fortunate to have an assistant like her. It was also his good fortune.
Kevin was called away by a phone call, and as he left, he handed Lily his business card.
Lily accepted it graciously, with a hint of embarrassment, “Mr. Kevin, I’m sorry, I don’t have a business card yet.”
Kevin gave Luke a playful look. “Luke, I suggest Western Star print business cards for its employees.”
Luke’s face remained expressionless. “I’ll consider your suggestion.”
Once Kevin left, Luke asked Lily, “Are all assistants like you?”
Lily understood his implication: “Even assistants have their career goals.”
“Such as?”
Lily’s eyes were bright, a bit hesitant, but she spoke honestly, “I want to become a top agent.”
It was common knowledge that behind every successful star was an indispensable agent. A great agent played a crucial role in a star’s career.
The most powerful agent at Western Star, Tizza, had propelled Sara to her current stardom.
At 27, Sara had won numerous Best Actress awards, thanks largely to Tizza’s connections and capabilities. After all, collaborations required her networking skills.
Luke smiled.
At 22, just entering the workforce, full of dreams and energy.
“This path won’t be easy.”
“I know.”
She suddenly smiled, revealing a cute dimple on her right cheek.
“I’m giving myself three years.”
“Sounds like you don’t plan to stay at Western Star long.”
“No, no, no…” Though it was true, she didn’t expect him to be so blunt.
Job-hopping was common in their industry.
Luke looked at her intently, his eyes smiling.
Lily coughed lightly, “Mr. Luke, I’m not that kind of person.”
“What kind of person?”
“Ungrateful. I’m growing at Western Star. I wouldn’t leave unless I absolutely had to.”
“Then I’ll make sure that ‘absolutely had to’ doesn’t happen.”
He didn’t want to discourage her. With her qualifications, she might not achieve her goal in three years.
Lily was a bit taken aback but didn’t dwell on it.
This kind of light conversation made her tension fade, bringing an unexpected sense of peace and comfort.
If it hadn’t been for that night, they might never have crossed paths.
Perhaps this wasn’t so bad, sharing simple words with someone she admired was also a joy.
No desires, no demands, just a different kind of arrangement.
- Writer
