“Rosalynn, does Valeria still live in Hutton'’s apartment? Lucky guy, isn't he? Actually, I should give him a call."

Karina proceeded to make a video call to Hutton, and within moments, the screen displayed his face.

“Karina, what a surprise! What brings you to call me?" Hutton asked with genuine curiosity.

“I just wanted to see how wonderfully your life is going," Karina replied, a mischievous smile playing on her lips.

“Not too bad," Hutton answered nonchalantly.

"It's hard not to be happy when you're in the company of a famous star like Valeria." Karina playfully rolled her eyes at him.

“Where is Valeria, by the way?"

Before Hutton could respond, Valeria's face appeared on the camera.

“Karina, were you looking for me? Did you read my mind and decide to call?"

Karina chuckled in response.

“Valeria, what are you talking about?"

“Would you take me in if I wanted to join your company?" Valeria asked with a smile.

Blinking her eyes in feigned surprise, Karina replied, "Valeria, are you serious? If you're serious, I'd be more than happy to have you.

Valeria smiled, a hint of self-mockery in her expression.

“Karina, I'm nothing more than a tarnished star now. Even though I'll be terminating my contract with the agency soon, my reputation is in tatters, and no other agency wants to work with me.”

Karina glanced at her, a touch of determination in her eyes.

"Valeria, don't belittle yourself. I genuinely believe in your innocence, and time will prove everything. Besides, if I were to sign a contract with you now, you'd probably feel awkward about offering me a high price, wouldn't you? Well, then I'll take advantage of that, won't I?"

Valeria found Karina's words amusing, her Laughter bubbling forth.

“Karina, you are so good at doing business. I'll work for you and make a lot of money."

Karina grinned, relishing the flattery.

“I love your sweet talk. Keep it coming."

“Karina, you're such a ..."