<b>Chapter </b>444
After herst setback<b>, </b>she learned to be cautious. Backed by the Diamonde Group, she carefully researched the market and identified shared <b>e- </b>bikes as the next big opportunity. If executed <b>well</b>, <b>it </b>could rival Aubree’s <b>sess</b>. This time, she was determined to win.
Meanwhile, Trevor, who was preparing to film on set, dismissed all of this with <b>a </b><b>sneer</b>. “Are people online really this <b>crazy</b><b>? </b>They believe this poorly made, hastily thrown–together content is better than <b>real </b>TV dramas<b>?</b><b>” </b>he scoffed, rolling his <b>eyes </b>in disbelief <b>as </b>he read thements.
No matter how poor a TV show became, it still maintained specific standards. These mini dramas <b>were </b>filmed on minimal budgets andpleted in just a <b>few </b>days, offering <b>very </b>little in return. While they did excel at quickly engaging <b>viewers </bpared to longer series, theycked depth beyond that.
Skyler, his agent, had a different <b>perspective</b><b>. </b>He believed that anything gaining traction online had its <b>reasons </b>and <b>felt </b>it was unfair to dismiss them outright. In his view, many TV dramas at the time weren’t <b>as </b>engaging as mini dramas.
He enjoyed watching them in private. However, it was clear that Trevor had an issue with them solely because Aubree was involved–he was being contrary for her sake.
“This has nothing to do with us, so let’s simply watch the drama unfold. What truly matters is delivering a great show–it’s your first project since youreback<b>, </b>so concentrate and do it well<b>,</b><b>” </b>Skyler said, suppressing what he wanted to express.
He <b>was </b>about to tell <b>Trevor </b>not to cause trouble again, but changed his mind. Managing Trevor had its benefits–he brought in significant revenue –but the downsides were clear. Skyler’s opinions were often ignored, and even when he <b>sensed </b>trouble ahead, speaking up made little difference. In the end, it was Skyler who bore the consequences when things went wrong.
However, Trevor dismissed him. The show was a fantasy epic with a strong male lead and a solid plot–his looks and acting made sess almost inevitable. “How is this not my business<b>?</b><b>” </b>he said. “Aubree was never involved in entertainment<b>, </b>but now she’s using mini dramas as her way into showbiz<b>.</b><b>” </b>
Trevor pondered, ‘If she manages to get a foothold in the entertainment circle, there’s no doubt I’ll be the next one shees <b>after</b>. Trevor rubbed his chin. “I need to figure out a way to put a stop to this mini drama craze.”
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Mini dramas had been rapidly gaining poprity, which was hardly surprising. The film and TV industry had long been stuck in a rut, recycling plots and deliveringckluster performances. At least with short dramas, viewers would find the content entertaining. Though the actors weren’t superstars, they fit their roles well and gave their best effort.
“I’m going to challenge Aubree to a showdown,” Trevor said, inspiration lighting up his eyes. ‘I’ll prove to everyone that these haphazard, second- rate mini dramas can neverpete with real film and TV productions, he thought.
“What?” Skyler stared at him in disbelief. ‘Has he lost his mind?‘ he thought.
“Don’t tell me you want to shoot a mini drama too?” he blurted out, his voice rising in pitch. ‘Is he thinking of making a high–quality mini drama?‘ Skyler wondered, his mind racing.
Trevor looked appalled. “Me? Shoot that kind of nonsense? Please, I’m not about topromise my standards like that. Isn’t this show based on a novel as well? Let’s discuss airing episodes <b>as </b>we film them with the director,” he said casually.
This script had been chosen explicitly for Trevor, who was thergest investor. If he requested something, the director had no choice but toply, regardless of his reluctance.
Skyler felt numb; he truly believed Trevor had lost touch with reality. Fantasy dramas relied heavily on special <b>effects</b>, and when episodes aired while still in production, post–production couldn’t possibly meet expectations. With Trevor’s attitude, it was difficult to predict what kind of <b>disaster </b>might follow.
Skyler tried to talk him out of it, but Trevor didn’t even bother listening. “What’s the worst that could happen? Are you doubting my acting skills?”
Skyler <b>was </b><b>at </b><b>a </b>loss for words. ‘It’s impossible to reason with a stubborn fool, he thought. ‘Let him do what he wants. Perhaps it’s time for me to start looking for a new artist to manage.