The National Writers' Association headquarters was Located in Broome. Actually the association had been without a suitable chairman for many years.

For the past ten years, the headquarters had been under the management of the three elders.

One of whom was Curt. He therefore held a third of the association's power. It was clear to see, he had quite the reputation and status.

“Mr. Willows said he's coming to meet an important guest. He won't see me until he's done talking big picture. Vivian will come with me when he gets here, but to everyone else, you don't need to follow me. Mr. Willows actually doesn't Like lively scenes. If too many people are around, he won't be happy,”

Kash explained to the others.

Jaqueline was, in fact, confused.

“Mom," she whispered to Lara, “why do we need to all this for Vivian?" The Bowles Group had returned to develop domestically, and so far, Jaqueline had done a bad job.

Even if they needed to flatter some artist and let them be the spokesperson for the Bowles Group, it didn't seem like Vivian was qualified for the job.

Noticing that no one was looking their way, Lara explained it to Jacqueline in a low voice.

“The reality show didn't end well last time. You're not a suitable public figure, but Vivian is.

She's an actress who's also good at writing. She's the right person to fight with Maria. If the Bowles Group wants to be publicly recognized again, it's crucial that we make Maria notorious. You see, Vivian and Maria are sisters. If Vivian is the one spreading rumors about Maria in the future, fans will be more Likely to believe them."

Jacqueline nodded to show her understanding.

This was exactly how things worked when fans defended their idol. If one side was righteous, then the other side must be evil.

There was conflict between Maria and the Bowles Group. If people thought Maria was kind, then they'd think the people of the Bowles Group was evil.

Lara wanted to reverse the situation.

Several years ago, Lara had dealt with the case regarding inferior imported ingredients this way. In the end, the food suppliers had been blamed, and the Bowles Group had been seen as the victim.

Maria was in a good mood since she could go out of the house for some fresh air.

Greta, the chief editor of the Novel Hub, had asked Maria out, saying that there was an old friend who wanted to see her.

Maria wasn't sure who she was going to meet.

Maria took a taxi to the designated restaurant and went straight to the third floor.

When she opened the door, she saw two people sitting in the room. There was a woman - Greta - but there was also an old man.

It was not until Maria took a closer look at the man that she realized he was someone she'd known for a long time

“Maria, long time no see," said Curt. He smiled kindly.

“Ah, Mr. Willows," Maria replied. "Nice to see you again." She nodded calmly.