Overprotected By My Tsundere CEO-Chapter 602 - 362: Appearing on a Variety Show with Rosa Sullivan
[What’s with the sudden drop in design quality for the second Escape Room? What’s going on with the production team?]
[I’ve been waiting for this episode ever since last week, but... emmmm I’ll give it three stars, the gap is too big.]
[Honestly, the Escape Room and the script for this episode are decent, but considering the previous episodes...]
[I hope the production team will step it up in the coming episodes. It’s rare to have a high quality, well-received variety show.]
[Disappointed, bad review.]
[There are too many bugs in this episode’s script!]
...
After all, with the standards set by the first and second episodes, netizens are just complaining and dissatisfied without resorting to malicious words.
If the third episode had been the starter, their expectations might not have been high, so they might have accepted it. Conversely, Escape Room wouldn’t have become an overnight sensation, sparking national debates.
Having received praises and acclaim for the past half month, naturally, when the program’s quality declines, it has to endure trolling and harsh criticism.
Moreover, the netizens have already "shown restraint."
The show is too popular, netizens’ comments are too many, among these remarks, there are some special ones mixed in—
[Expectations were too high, this episode was really frustrating to watch, neither here nor there. Went to watch the end credits... felt like I found a blind spot.]
[In the subtitles of the first and second episodes, I saw the name ’Nora Scott’ in the script and Escape Room planning team. Is it just a name coincidence or is it the actual celebrity herself?]
[Reminded by the comment above, went to check it out, it really is. But given God Z’s capabilities, being a screenwriter is fine, but managing Escape Room planning... that’s a bit far-fetched.]
[hhhh It’s probably just a coincidence, don’t you know the cultural consultant for ’Fire’ is also ’Nora Scott’?]
[If it’s really Nora Scott, she’d likely have promoted it on her Weibo already. With someone as popular as Nora Scott involved, wouldn’t the production team take advantage of it?]
[Agreed. The likelihood of coincidence is larger. Given the large population in our country, there are plenty of people with the same name.]
[Mechanical Techniques seem pretty mysterious. You all know God Z can create comics, perform martial arts, and travel all around the world. He’s only 25 this year and has already lived beyond what an ordinary person could in a lifetime, and still has to master Mechanical Techniques? Knowing your top celebrities are highly influential, but given the popularity of Escape Room, without official confirmation, better not forcefully tie them together, okay.]
...
A small group of people discussed whether "Nora Scott planned the first and second Escape Rooms," but the number was pitifully small, only sparking a small-scale controversy without causing much of a stir.
Oliver, who inadvertently swiped through these discussions, was impatient and wished he could rush through the screen to grab those questioning Nora Scott by the collar, to tell them—
It’s her, it’s her, it’s really her!
But in the end, Oliver didn’t even log into his account. After reading, he quit without saying a word.
—Without official confirmation, no matter how certain he insists, it’s useless, only attracting a group of haters to argue with him.
*
Fernwood Entertainment.
Monday, 10:30 AM. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚
Nora Scott leisurely drove her car to Fernwood Entertainment’s parking lot, and after strolling inside, she made a call to her contact, Dubois.
In an entertainment company, the comings and goings of stars weren’t uncommon, yet Nora Scott’s appearance managed to draw some eyes.
Two reasons.
Firstly, Nora Scott rarely appears in public. Despite her high popularity these past six months, she hasn’t been seen at events. Her only variety show participation was as a free NPC.
None of them had seen Nora Scott in person.
Secondly... Nora Scott is truly good-looking.
With her casual outfit, bare-faced, tied-up hair, wearing a baseball cap, she looked just over twenty, youthful and beautiful, striking, making it hard for people to look away.
With the dual effect, Nora Scott was extremely smooth in asking for directions, arriving at her agreed location with Dubois without any hindrance.
"Nora!"
Dubois had been waiting at the door early, and upon seeing Nora Scott’s silhouette, eagerly waved to her.
His shout attracted the nearby passers-by’s attention, including a group of trainees who couldn’t help but be amazed and exclaim at the sight of Nora Scott.
"So beautiful!"
"Is she really this pretty in person?"
"She’s even barefaced..."
...
The trainees murmured.
Some took advantage of the opportunity, swiftly snapping a photo.
Nora Scott didn’t pay attention to the others, hearing the call, glanced over, and upon spotting Dubois, walked over to him.
"Are you free later? Do you want to grab a meal together after signing?"
As an old classmate, Dubois was not completely overwhelmed by Nora Scott’s beauty but had built some resistance.
Thinking of the promise made earlier to Pedro Langley, Nora Scott declined directly without much thought, "No, I have plans."
"At Fernwood?" Dubois opened the door, letting Nora Scott go in first.
"Yeah."
"Alright then."
Dubois seemed a bit disappointed.
Then he asked, "Are you very busy?"
Nora Scott shrugged, "If you’ve got something to say, just go ahead."
"Well," rubbing his hands, Dubois felt a bit embarrassed, first inviting Nora Scott to sit on the sofa, then pushing some fruits forward before saying, "The first and second episodes of Escape Room you designed have received rave reviews. But when it came to the third episode... old classmate, you really are too exceptional."
Towards the end, Dubois half-jokingly showered Nora Scott with praise.
Nora Scott understood his underlying implication, didn’t think much, and directly refused, "I’m busy recently, can’t help."
After all, this was a program invested by Pedro Langley. If Nora had time, she naturally wouldn’t mind helping out. However, with filming starting soon, she really didn’t have the time.
"Alright."
Dubois nodded, not insisting.
He changed the topic, "Just wait a few more minutes, the director is currently talking with Rosa Sullivan and will come to meet you personally in a bit."
"Rosa Sullivan?"
Nora narrowed her eyes slightly.
"Yes," Dubois said, "Originally, she signed a two-episode contract with us, but due to her excellent performance, netizens voted in favor of inviting her back. Luckily, we hadn’t settled a few guest appearances, so we asked if she could come again, and she agreed."
Though not pleased to hear Rosa Sullivan’s name, Nora could understand how such a popular guest could boost the show’s ratings.
Suddenly thinking of something, Nora casually asked, "Didn’t you say half a month ago that the guest appearances hadn’t been settled yet? How come they’re still not settled?"
"Ahem," Dubois raised an eyebrow at her with meaningful intent, "Half a month ago, we weren’t optimistic about our show, so we were the ones begging them... But now, thanks to you, the roles have reversed. It’s our turn to choose."
Being a self-produced program, with a limited budget and most of the costs going into scripts and escape rooms, there wasn’t much left to invite guests.
Some popular celebrities ask for prices that are considered sky-high.
The program team couldn’t afford them.
Those who aren’t as popular didn’t think highly of them, either asking for more money or adding conditions; overall... difficult to deal with.
And ever since the program became popular, a group of people has been approaching them. The director and producer are quite stubborn, and after realizing Rosa Sullivan’s impact as a guest, they started paying attention to the quality of guests.
The program’s flexibility allows them to not be affected by the number of guests. If they’re not settled, they’re fine doing without.
"...Oh."
Nora expressed understanding.
In less than two minutes, an intern printed the contract and brought it over.
The escape room maintains confidentiality, and the main discussions with Nora were about payment and secrecy, a standard contract.
Nora carefully read through it.
Upon seeing the price—
She was a little stunned.
???
Is she worth that much now?
At this moment, the director’s voice sounded from outside, and Dubois, still on Nora’s side, gave her a wink and quickly said, "The price can be further negotiated."
Nora: "..."
Dubois had revealed everything Nora needed to know.
The director mainly discussed two things with Nora: one was the escape room and script design, and the other was Nora’s contract.
Nora’s stance was consistent.
For the former, Nora did not agree.
For the latter, Nora readily accepted.
Without a price increase, she straightforwardly agreed to the price offered by the program group.
Director: "..."
Dubois: "..."
Rich heiresses indeed don’t lack money.
What was supposed to be a one or two-hour discussion was resolved with Nora in less than half an hour, and she swiftly signed the contract.
After that, Nora bid farewell to the two of them.
"I’ll walk you out."
Dubois volunteered to get up.
Nora glanced at him and said, "No need, I’m not leaving."
Dubois: "..." Forgot you had an appointment at Fernwood Entertainment!
But—
Who did she have an appointment with?
*
After parting with the two, Nora went straight to the front desk.
"Hello."
Nora took the initiative to speak.
"Hello."
The receptionist responded quickly, and upon seeing Nora, her eyes widened.
Such a beautiful person...
A newly signed company star?
However, the next moment, this beauty directly asked—
"Where’s Pedro Langley’s office?"
Receptionist: ???
