Chapter 1900 Child Stars
The patient was exceedingly enthusiastic toward Nicole. Finding it difficult to refuse his kindness, she accepted his gifts with a smile. Then, she purposely asked someone to buy some supplements for him as a gift in return.
She took the local specialties back to the office with her. Opening it and seeing sweet potatoes, Nicole was delighted. She even told Evan to bring them home, suggesting to have the maids bake them that night before sharing them with the family.
Nodding in acknowledgment, Evan replied, “Okay. Come home earlier tonight, then. If that Yuvan guy needs your help with his lines over and over again, just turn him down. If he has no talent for acting, it’s far better to have him face reality earlier and seek out a more suitable job.”
“Got it.”
Inwardly, Nicole prayed that Yuvan would be able to finish his scene in a single take and not be displaced by the director team.
After lunch, all the crew involved was to gather at the set.
When Nicole arrived at the set, she caught sight of a group of people gathered together a near distance away as though something major had happened. She hurriedly went over to check on the situation, only to see two adorable children in cartoon shirts jumping around. Only when they pulled a face at her did she recognize them as Zayden and Joy.
“Why are you two here?”
“We’re here to film!”
“We’re here to be child stars!”
Zayden and Joy answered in unison.
Just then, Sheila walked over. She explained that they had been clamoring to come over since it was the weekend, and they didn’t have to attend school. And so, she brought them over.
In the blink of an eye, they got the costumes from somewhere or other, and the costumes even turned out to fit them nicely. Hence, she went along with them and allowed them to do as they pleased.
Only then did Nicole understand what exactly had happened.
“Their acting is pretty good, and they’re incredibly adorable. If they have some scenes in the movie, they would definitely shoot to stardom!”
“Hear, hear! There might even be tons of children’s brands asking them to endorse their products. The pay will be enough for them to support themselves!”
Joy and Zayden were instantly hooked upon hearing the remarks of those around them.
After all, it was rare for them to be able to make their own money at such a young age.
Joy felt that she could save up the money and manage her own business like Nina and Maya in the future.
Meanwhile, Zayden felt that he could give the money to his father to invest. At that time, it would make him even more money. At that thought, his eyes shone like dazzling stars.
Consequently, the two children urged Sheila to give them a part in the movie.
“Mommy, when we had the voting session, you promised to give us a role!”
“I stand witness! You indeed said that, Aunt Sheila! Adults can’t lie to children and have to keep their word!”
At their arguments, words eluded Sheila.
She stared at the two smart cookies, scanning through the entire plotline of the movie in her mind. There are no kids in the movie. If I were to add them in, would it affect the direction of the script and the feeling it portrays?
When Zayden saw her brooding, he started tugging on the hem of her dress and playing cute.
“Mommy, you said you’d allow me to play a role! You promised!”
“I want to play a role, too, Aunt Sheila! We don’t need much. We still need to go to school usually and are only free during the weekends. Just a few scenes will do!”
“That’s right, Mommy! Please let us play a role. Pretty please?”
And so, the two children seconded each other.
In the end, Sheila couldn’t withstand their adorable whining. She turned to her assistant and told her to ask the director whether it was possible to add some scenes for the two children.
“Mommy, it’s not a question of whether it’s possible. It’s a must!” Zayden emphasized coyly, swaying his petite body.
“Exactly! You’re the biggest investor, so you can make the decision, Aunt Sheila!”
Again, they started echoing each other.
Eyeing the two relentless children, Sheila finally caved in. “Okay, okay. I’ll go and make the arrangements right away!”
