The Director’s throat clearingmanded everyone’s attention, drawing them back to him so they could fully grasp the significance of his impending announcement. Surveying the faces of the participants with a stern expression, he couldn’t help but feel a mix of emotions. This batch had been the most challenging and demanding he had ever worked with since ’The Quest’ began airing. Despite the difficulties, he felt a sense of pride and aplishment. This group had achieved unprecedented sess, reaching record-breaking viewer and retention rates, setting a new standard in the history of variety shows in their country.


    He recognized that the unprecedented sess of this season would elevate his profile even further, attracting more sponsors and renowned celebrities to participate in future editions of his Variety Show. However, this newfound fame came with its own set of challenges. The influx of calls from industry giants kept him on edge every night, and to make matters worse, one of them even showed up at his recordings. The constant stream of "what ifs" weighed heavily on his mind, especially the prospect of Leo sustaining an injury during the show, which could potentially lead to him being held responsible for the oue.


    Now, he could finally breathe a sigh of relief knowing that he wouldn’t have to deal with the challenges of managing the hot potato any longer. He looked forward to a well-deserved rest. However, before he could fully unwind, he had to address the assignment Leo had given him. "First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude to each and every one of you for enduring the week-long rural experience and showcasing your talents to the world. You’ve all demonstrated resilience and determination, proving to the world what you’re capable of and what you’re made of."


    The Director paused briefly before continuing, his voice carrying a weight of appreciation. "Everyone, including myself and our viewers, found your performances captivating and entertaining. It’s thanks to your dedication, and talent that we were able to achieve record-breaking viewership and retention rates in the history of our Variety Show. And all of this was possible because all of you showed your true selves in front of the masses." His gaze lingered on Hera for a moment before he shifted his attention to the other participants.


    Most participants had already sensed the direction the Director’s words were taking, and a sense of unease began to settle among them. They anticipated what he was about to reveal next, and some even harbored a foreboding feeling. However, before they could mentally prepare themselves, the Director dropped the bombshell without reserves. "Our sess isrgely attributed to the livestreamingponent, which propelled our Variety Show to unprecedented heights. I want to extend my gratitude to each and every one of you for your contributions."


    As the Director’s words sank in, they were momentarily stunned, struggling to grasp the magnitude of what he had just said. Onceprehension dawned on them, it felt like a bolt of lightning had struck, leaving them momentarily speechless. Some even felt the urge to feign ignorance, if only to momentarily evade the weight of reality.


    Uncertainty gnawed at them as they grappled with the Director’s words. They couldn’t discern whether his gratitude was genuine orced with mockery, especially given the tumultuous events that had unfolded throughout the week. The realization of what awaited them upon their managers’ arrival washed over them like a tidal wave, leaving them feeling utterly defeated. It seemed as though the weight of the world was pressing down on their shoulders, intensifying their sense of dread and despair.


    For those who had been embroiled in the drama from the outset, the Director’s announcement elicited a visceral reaction. Their faces drained of color, contorting with a mixture of anger and frustration.


    One actor voiced the collective sentiment, unable to contain their incredulity. "Why were we kept in the dark about this?"


    The Director responded promptly, his tone earnest as he sought to rify the situation. "Let me assure you, there was no breach of contract on our part. The contract stipted that the show reserves the right to adjust recording arrangements as deemed necessary by Party A. Unexpectedly, one of our sponsors requestedst-minute alterations, which prompted this change."


    And who would be more acquainted with this sponsor than Leo himself? His intentions were singr: to witness Hera in real time. Conveniently, hispany happened to be one of the sponsors for this Variety show. Recognizing the program’s consistently high ratings since its inception, they couldn’t pass up the opportunity to sponsor it to earn.


    But who would have guessed that Leo would actually have the chance to see Hera there, also the Director only found out earlier that day about Leo’spany being the sponsor because Leo’spany was acting all mysterious from the beginning and only cared that they would earn after this. And the Director also thinks that it was a great idea to do a live streaming this time and it only proved to be the best decision he ever made in his life.