Invisible Security Guard
Chapter 125: Fiery Temper

Chapter 125: Chapter 125: Fiery Temper

Inside the second-floor office of the CEO at New World Film and Television company, Bud Trujillo crossed his legs and took a keen interest in sizing up the two female students standing before his desk.

These two students were also junior college students from an arts academy, referred by someone else.

Being referred meant they came through connections, so for the two female students, this was a rare opportunity.

Neither had graduated yet, and if they could land a role, even just a minor one showing their face, they would be more than satisfied, as it represented a start. Thus, they were filled with hope.

Of course, when their referrer notified them to come over, he also hinted at something: the entertainment industry is chaotic, and being beautiful is not enough to get ahead. You have to understand the rules of the circle.

From that single sentence, the two female students understood the implicit message of their referrer: if they wanted to take on TV or movie roles, they would likely need to engage in the "casting couch" culture, exchanging sexual favors for more opportunities.

Naturally, in this era, there is no gain without giving something in return. If sleeping with someone could land them a leading role or even a major supporting role, it would be worth it. Besides, they were no longer naive girls; having dated several times in high school and university, and having given their bodies to several boyfriends already, they didn’t mind accompanying someone else.

That’s how society is nowadays; even without the implication of being exploited, when they felt lonely, they would use WeChat or Momo to find a man to hook up with, anyway. Thus, many young women no longer cared about such matters.

"You are juniors to Li Hong, and you both have decent looks, so in principle, you can sign with our company," Bud Trujillo unabashedly appraised the two budding girls, his lips curling slightly as he added, "However, whether you can make it and break into the A-list will depend on your ’performance.’"

"I’m sure you’ve heard before coming here that in the past few years, New World has shot to fame individuals like ’Li Hong,’ ’Zeke Vaughn,’ ’Kai O’Brien,’ and among the men, ’Mitchell Zuck,’ ’Bo Ran,’ who have all made it to the A-list."

"At New World, we focus on nurturing new talent. If you are malleable, we will provide all-around development for you in the future. You’ll do more than just film movies; you’ll also take on dramas from renowned directors, a variety of commercials, and we might even form a team for you, composing songs and writing lyrics, producing albums, and so on."

"Hmm, the company is currently investing in a costume drama in Hengdian, and the director is none other than Xiao Long. You know who Xiao Long is, right?"

"Yes, yes?" The eyes of the two girls were filled with sparkling stars, their hearts racing with the future Bud Trujillo was painting for them. And who was Xiao Long? He was the legendary director of the wildly popular Empress of the Ages, a leading figure among the fifth-generation directors.

"If you agree, later on, other staff members will draft a specific contract for you. It will cover many aspects, ensuring that for the next three or five years, you will be artists under the New World banner. After signing the contract, our staff will take you to Hengdian, directly into the crew. However, the specific role assignment is still up for discussion."

"How about this -- you sign the contract today, and since I happen to be free tonight, we’ll have dinner together. I’ll call Director Xiao Long later, and since you’re newcomers, you deserve to be taken care of," he added.

"Thank you, Mr. Trujillo."

"Thanks, Mr. Trujillo." The two young women wanted to scream with excitement; of course, they were both adults and knew that after dinner, they would be expected to sleep with Mr. Trujillo.

But in the end, who would end up sleeping with him depended on their performance. Or maybe Mr. Trujillo was up for a threesome?

"Whatever the case, dress up beautifully tonight. Never mind sleeping with him; we’re ready for anything," the two girls decided in an instant.

"Mmm, I will call the legal department to come over. You can sign the contract first," said Bud Trujillo, very pleased with the two girls’ willingness. Of course, such matters were routine for him. After a potential threesome tonight, he would send them straight to the set in Hengdian, casting them in some passerby roles, and that would be that.

Satisfied though he might be, and despite the sexual encounters, he couldn’t possibly make a star out of each person he slept with, otherwise, he wouldn’t be able to sustain it as he changed partners daily. As such, the fate of the two girls was destined to be exploited and squeezed dry by Bud Trujillo.

After signing them, the company still expects them to make money, and at the right time, it was common to arrange for them to sleep with some wealthy tycoons—mutual gain for the company and the girls.

Bud Trujillo picked up the phone, ready to call the legal department to his office.

However, just as he picked up the phone but hadn’t dialed yet, the door to his office was pushed open.

"Whoosh~" A tall, curvaceous, beautiful female officer strode in, much prettier and more elegant than the two female students; Bud’s eyes widened at the sight of her.

A look of disgust flashed across Ember Vance’s eyes, dogs can’t change their habit of eating shit, and this Bud Trujillo was a piece of trash.

"What’s going on here?" After five or six police officers followed Ember into the office, Bud finally reacted and frowned as he stood up.

"You’re Bud Trujillo, aren’t you?" Ember looked Bud up and down; she had seen him once at a party before and thus recognized him, although he didn’t recognize her.

"I am, may I ask who you are?" Bud asked, puzzled.

"We’re from the Garden Road Police Station in the Chaoyang district, My name is Ember Vance, here is my ID, and, Mr. Trujillo, you are involved in a case, so we need you to come back with us to assist in our investigation!"

"Ember Vance?" Bud scrutinized Ember, the name seeming familiar, but he couldn’t recall where he had heard it.

"What case? Assist in your investigation? Officer Vance, you must be mistaken," Bud sat down and said to the two female students, "You two can go out now, you’re not needed here."

"Oh, oh." The two girls dared not stay any longer, and upon receiving Bud’s command, they immediately turned and left.

"Are you from the Chaoyang district station?" Upon the girls’ departure, Bud relaxed back in his chair, lit a cigarette, took a drag, exhaled a smoke ring, and then chuckled, "I know Deputy Captain Liu of your criminal police team, Chief Zhou and Director Long, so you must be mistaken. Officer Beauty, this big commotion at our New World venue looks bad, don’t you think? Our company is in the entertainment business, and after your visit today to call me for assistance, tabloid reporters will write negative news tomorrow about me smoking pot in my office. So was it rash of you to come here without the knowledge of the big shots at your station?"

It had to be admitted, Bud Trujillo was accustomed to the big scene; he wasn’t at all concerned about Ember and her colleagues, directly referencing the station’s leadership while expressing his displeasure.

Ember scoffed to herself and said with a stern face, "We hope you’ll cooperate with our work, please come back to the station with us to explain things."

"And what if I don’t cooperate?" Bud leered at Ember’s chest, his eyes full of lecherous amusement. This little female cop was hot, and he liked that.

With a flick of an eyebrow and a wave of her small hand, Ember said, "Obstructing official business, handcuff him and take him back to the station!"

Several officers immediately charged over, ready to cuff and bring him in—the mission was on, and they didn’t back down!

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PS: Thank you, classmates, for your rewards and votes. There were too many rewards; uncle can’t list them all, but they are remembered in my heart. Continuing to call for votes, go peach fans, most powerful, thank you all.............