Chapter 561 When Briony turned to look, that figure had already vanished.
Was it just her imagination? She brushed off the thought, refocusing as she made her way to the interview area.
Briony and Mary were seated together for the interview.
A journalist raised a question: "Ms. Kensington, we've heard that Miss Mary will be studying abroad next year. Do you personally support her decision?" "Yes, I do." Briony faced the camera with calm poise, smiling gently. "It's always a good thing for young women to pursue further education." "But Miss Mary has just won Best Actress. Don't you think it's a shfor her to leave the industry now to study abroad?" Briony's smile didn't waver. "Mary is still young-she's optimistic, hardworking, and I believe that no matter what field she chooses, she'll excel." Another reporter chimed in, "But Starlight Entertainment has given Miss Mary sof the best opportunities in the business. She's just reached the height of her career, and now she's leaving for school. Doesn't that mean Starlight is losing out?" Briony glanced at the male reporter, her smile now tinged with a hint of cool indifference.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Starlight Entertainment has the resources to launch every talented artist to stardom," she replied, "but that's only if the investment matches the artist's potential." The implication was clear-Mary had already brought immense value to the company. There was no question of a loss.
The reporter pressed again, "So after Miss Mary leaves to study, will her resources be redistributed to other newcomers?" "Starlight Entertainment will always keep a place for Mary," Briony said decisively. "As for sharing resources, letbe clear: we have many exceptional artists. Every single one is unique. Our team tailors the perfect path for each talent, and we treat all our artists equally." At that, the host turned to Mary. "Miss Mary, do you worry that if you leave for school, the industry might move on and newcomers could take your place?" Mary gave a sweet, cheerful smile. "Well, you win sand lose sin life, don't you? Going abroad is something I thought long and hard about and I discussed it in ace with Ms. Kensington. No one can predict the future of this industry. All I can do is give it my bestand have a clear conscience. I just want to say sorry to my fans-your Mary is off to becan academic for a while! I won't be able to be with you for stime." After the interview, Briony led Mary into the banquet hall.
Mary had had a bit too much to drink and, after a quick word to Briony, slipped away to the restroom.
Briony was left alone, holding a glass of champagne, as a steady stream of people cover to greet her.
By now, everyone in Northborough knew her-Briony Kensington, president of Starlight Entertainment, who had single-handedly pushed the company to new heights with a low-budget documentary.
In the past six months, Starlight had dominated the short market, pioneering a new genre and quietly signing a fresh crop of talent.
In today's entertainment world, being picked by Starlight was as good as guaranteed stardom-but Starlight was famously selective about the newcomers it accepted.
At this point, Starlight Entertainment was every actor's dream.
Everyone knew Briony cherished talent. But no one expected her to be so generous-as soon as Mary won As soon as On Best Actress, Briony let her go abroad for further studies. This set her apart from every other media executive in the business. To the industry, Briony was nothing short of a legend.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmActresses dreamed of jumping ship to Starlight Entertainment.
Actors, too.
Sambitious newcomers-hoping for a shortcut-had even heard rumors that Briony, divorced and still single, might be swayed by a handsface.
After all, in the world of wealthy women, Briony's looks were second to none if she happened to take a liking to someone-even if only few months-it would still be considered a windfall.
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