A Night with Her Cruel Mate

Chapter 36 Being In The Limelight

There were a lot of well-known entertainers present at Director Guo's birthday party. It was obvious that he maintained one of the highest positions in the industry.

When Julia arrived, there were many media outlets outside the venue. She was a little nervous. Fortunately, Consuela was there to accompany her.

"Take it easy. Have a talk with Director Guo when you see him," Consuela said, trying to comfort her.

To Julia's surprise, Director Guo came to her when she entered the hall. He gently took her hand in his and said, "Miss Gu, you're here! I've been waiting for you for a long time."

"We apologize that you had to wait for so long, Director Guo." Consuela sheepishly smiled. "Please accept this gift from Julia."

Director Guo nodded his head. "Look at you, you're so polite."

As he spoke, he gave the box to someone behind him.

He looked at Julia and asked, "Miss Gu, can I talk to you for a minute?"

"Sure." Julia glanced at Consuela, and nodded in agreement.

"I really like this script. If it's shot well, then it will be a hit nation-wide. Both the male and female leads are A-list artists and I've spent so much money on this movie. I called you over because I'd like for you to accept the female supporting actress in this movie. Are you confident that you are qualified for the role?" Director Guo asked Julia, a gleam in his eyes.

He was doing this for Jean's sake, but Julia also looked so much like the female supporting actress in the movie.ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

He had no idea that Jean wrote the supporting role to mirror Julia's image.

"Director Guo, you think so highly of me. I will definitely do my best to perform well, but..." Julia's face contorted into a frown, confused. "Don't I need to audition? I'm afraid—"

"It doesn't matter," Director Guo interrupted her with a broad grin. "I am already satisfied with your image and temperament. I've been trying to look for the perfect supporting actress, but I haven't found anyone more suitable other than you. I have seen your previous work and I am confident in your acting skills. Moreover,

the reason why I asked you here is because someone has also recommended you."

Julia raised and curved her brows in confusion. Pressing her lips together, she asked, "May I ask who it was? Just so I can thank them."

"You'll know in a minute," Director Guo replied with a sly smile.

He patted on Julia's shoulder and politely excused himself. "I have to greet other guests now. You have fun.".

"Okay." After Director Guo left, Julia began to wonder who had recommended her. She thought about it over and over again. The only person who was willing to help her was Samuel.

Consuela saw Julia grimacing in silence and walked up to her. "What did Director Guo say to you?"

Julia narrated what had just happened. Cocking her head, she asked Consuela, "Do you think Samuel recommended me? He's the only one willing to help."

"It must be him," Consuela said without hesitation. "You should thank him later. Although he looks like an unreliable person, he's a good friend, especially during critical moments like this."

Julia laughed at Consuela's comment.

Now that she owed him twice, she was considering how she would thank him later.

"Ladies and gentlemen..." Julia had a glass in her hand and was about to drink until the host began to speak. "Welcome to Director Guo's birthday party and also the kickoff celebration of his new movie. We would now like to invite him to speak up on stage."

With a burst of applause, Director Guo went on the stage, wearing a big dimpled smile on his face. He cleared his throat and announced, "Thank you for your kindness. You are all my friends in this industry and I'm sure you all know me very well.

Today is not only my birthday, but also the celebration for my upcoming film. So, I would also like to introduce the author and the screenwriter. Please welcome the beautiful writer—Miss Jean Gu." When Julia heard Director Guo mention Jean's name, she thought she heard it wrong. However, she saw her sister getting up on stage. With a gaping jaw, she realized that she was the person who had recommended her to the director.

Jean was wearing a white evening dress, looking like a lotus quietly blooming over the water. The banquet hall suddenly became quiet and everyone was gawking at her.

However, Jean directed her gaze at Julia, before looking away. Julia kept silent as this happened.

Consuela apparently wasn't aware that Jean was the scriptwriter. With a clenched jaw, she turned to Julia. "How can it be her?"

"I don't know either." Julia slightly shook her head in confusion. She had a strong feeling that things wouldn't be so simple.

"Isn't she Terence's fiancee?"

"Yes, I heard that they were preparing for marriage. The other day, the media had photographed them as they were choosing rings."

"I really envy her. She is so beautiful and will marry a good-looking husband. More importantly, she is also a talented writer. No wonder Terence is marrying her."

Julia's face turned into a scowl as she heard the comments circulating around her.

Consuela firmly grabbed Julia's hand and whispered, "Don't forget what you promised me."

"I know." Swallowing her anger, Julia forced herself to calm down as she looked at her sister on stage.

She only found today that Jean had become a famous writer.

Jean looked at the media with flashing eyes and said, "First of all, I would like to thank Director Guo for giving me this opportunity. To be honest, I am still very nervous, as it is my first piece."

After a pause, she continued, "But he reassured me that there was nothing to be afraid of. He said that he would showcase my work with the best quality, so I chose to believe him.

Because of him, this movie has such a good director and excellent actors. I truly believe that this movie will be a success. I would like to invite the media, our friends, and the audience to look forward to this masterpiece with me."

Director Guo's face lit up into a grin as Jean said this.

After a round of applause, some reporters recognized Jean and began to ask her about her relationship with Terence. "Miss Gu, aren't you the woman who was selecting rings with Mr. Chen the other day?"