The Day I Kissed An Older Man

"These photos are indeed impressive. Might I know if you're looking for another job? If you do, why not come work for our studio? Our studio could use a photographer like you who understands both photography and dance," said Serena.

Rita gave a faint smile. Serena sure knew what she was doing. She did not give a definite answer about letting Rita interview Claire but instead offered her a photographer position at their studio. 'Do they really see me as just another reporter from those gossip magazines?' wondered Rita.

"Sorry, but I've signed a long-term contract with New Capital Times. Miss Serena, you should be aware of the weight our newspaper carries. An interview with Claire would be a win-win situation. It would not only elevate her reputation domestically but also help the public understand her better. Why wouldn't you seize such an opportunity? You should also know that our newspaper doesn't interview just anyone." Reporters from New Capital Times all had a sense of pride, and Rita was no exception. Serena started to waver.

Since Claire returned from abroad after her studies, she only had gained some semblance of reputation within the dance community. In other words, many in the public did not know about her yet. Moreover, it would not be sustainable for any artist's career to be obscure. As Claire's agent, Serena understood this point the most.

However, the artist she represented was extremely stubborn. Despite having so many good opportunities presented to her, she stubbornly turned them down. As her agent, Serena felt both frustrated and helpless.

Thus, she could not bear to let an interview with New Capital Times slip away.

"Alright, please wait here for a moment. I'll go and ask her again. Whether she agrees or not, I'll make sure to give you a satisfactory answer," said Serena.Material © of NôvelDrama.Org.

Rita nodded with a smile. The only answer she would be satisfied with was Claire agreeing to do the interview. She did not understand why Claire insisted on declining the interview. After all, New Capital Times was the most prestigious newspaper in the entire country! Doing the interview would only bring Claire benefits.

The people interviewed by New Capital Times were all top figures in various fields. Some people even sought after getting interviewed by them but could not get them.

'Is Claire afraid that her relationship with that man will be exposed?' wondered Rita.

Sherman looked somewhat familiar

to Rita, but she could not quite place where she had seen him before. Lately, she had been working round the clock with the senior reporters to the point of even skipping the dinner her father had asked her to attend.

'That man is definitely influential. I'll probably run into him again at some gala,' thought Rita.

Serena quickly came back with an answer. "I'm very sorry, but Miss Claire still refuses to accept the interview. I apologize for having you make this trip, Rita."

Rita never expected Claire to be so unyielding. At that point, she could not return empty-handed.

She told Serena firmly, "Give me two minutes-no, just one minute. I only need a few words with Miss Claire I've come all this way, Miss Serena, so surely you can at least agree to this request, right? It'll be hard for me to explain to the newspaper if I return empty-handed."

Rita decided to put on some pressure, since she was working for New Capital Times.

Serena did not want to sour their relationship with them. Finally, she gritted her teeth and nodded. "Alright, come with me."

Rita breathed a sigh of relief. There was no way New Capital Times would support her unless she got that interview with Claire.