"since no one here can style your hair properly, let my stylist take care of it," Cole said with a wave of his hand toward a tall, thin woman in the corner.

Francis remained silent throughout the entire exchange, seemingly agreeing with Cole's actions.

The rest of the crew also kept quiet, afraid to speak up and get caught in the middle of Cole's game of power. Even the director, who should have been in charge, remained silent, leaving the tension in the room palpable. Everyone knew that Cole was causing trouble on purpose, but they didn't dare to speak up for fear of making things worse.

The cutthroat entertainment industry was filled with its own set of rules, and those who were new to the scene were often subject to "special treatment." It was an unfortunate reality that aspiring artists had to face. The established celebrities would pick on the newcomers, especially those without influential backers.

Navigating this murky world was no easy feat.