Chapter 229


    Leo’s brow furrowed instinctively at Collins‘ mention of Summer. Without a moment’s hesitation, he


    replied, “No need.”


    Collins paused, his expression turning to one of confusion as he took in Leo’s sudden sour mood. “Uh,


    you’re not nning to bring Summer along?”


    “I’m not close with her.” Leo said, his voice a mix of cool detachment.


    Collins couldn’t help but think it odd. Summer had grown up with Leo, but they weren’t close. Who was


    he kidding?


    After a moment’s thought, Collins decided not to push the topic and switched gears. “So, who are you


    thinking of bringing? Someone from the band? Or maybe an artist from thepany?”


    Leo suddenly looked at Collins with an expression that bordered on incredulous. “Didn’t you say it had


    to be a family member?” he asked. Mirabe was also his sister.


    “Yeah, that’s right.” Collins nodded, his eyes suddenly widening as a thought struck him. “You’re not


    thinking of inviting Zach, are you?!”


    “Zach’s a well–knownwyer in the industry. Sure, he’s not as high–profile as those in showbiz. but he


    does pop up in magazines from time to time. Teaming up with Zach… that could be ant interesting


    choice.”


    Collins crossed his arms, his analysis sound. But then his gaze shifted, skeptical. “But considering how


    much Zach seems to dislike you, I doubt he’d join a variety show.”


    Leo’s expression darkened. “Who said anything about inviting Zach?”


    “Uh… you are bringing Emmitt?” Collins blinked, thinking that possibility even less likely.


    “My sister,” Leo paused, then rified. “My actual sister.”


    At that, Collins pped his forehead in realization. “Right, of course! How could I forget about your little


    sis? If you bring her to the show, man, she’ll be a dazzling highlight.”


    The siblings‘ good looks alone would crush thepetition. The more Collins thought about it.


    the more excited he became.


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    Leo shot him a look. “Don’t get ahead of yourself. She’s a high school senior; she might not have the


    time.”


    “Don’t worry about that. The show’s still in the nning stages. Since it will be live, I’m guessing it will


    be on weekends. It won’t interfere with her studies.”


    “She might not want to join.”


    “That’s easy. Just give me her number, and I’ll take care of it.” Collins was already pulling out his phone


    as he spoke.


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    Leo watched his manager’s movements but didn’t bother to look up his sister’s contact info. After


    pursing his lips thoughtfully, he finally spoke, “Never mind, I’ll talk to her myself.”


    Collins pocketed his phone without further insistence. “Alright, it’s settled then. If there’s a snag…”


    Leo cut him off before he could finish, “I’m her brother. I can handle it.”


    Confident in his client’s determination, Collins said no more and soon left the Davis family home with


    the contract in hand.


    Leaning back on the sofa, Leo pondered for a moment before grabbing his phone and opening


    Messenger. He sent a message to his sister. [Hey, sis, can you do me a little favor?]


    Mirabe wasn’t in ss yet and replied promptly. [What’s up?]


    Leo sat up, his fingers flying across the screen as he typed out a message, only to delete it. feeling it


    wasn’t quite right. Heposed and erased several drafts before settling on one to send.


    Mirabe saw the ‘typing…‘ indicator persisting for minutes on end and finally sent back a question


    mark in confusion.