Chapter 1343 New Model For The Studio


    J felt a warm surge in her heart, a testament to Derek’s relentless faith in her.


    Her lips pressed together, forming a thin line before she expressed her gratitude, “I appreciate this,


    Derek. Truly.”


    A light chuckle escaped Derek’s lips as he cheekily retorted, “Well, you’ve seen how kindm, haven’t


    you? Fancy having me lend my superior business skills to your cause? Perhaps I could turn your


    studio’s fortunes around in no time!” Yet, J shook her head with a soft, solemn resolve. “I wouldn’t


    want to drag you into this mess or stir up any unwarranted controversy. Let’s wait for the clouds to pass


    before discussing any form of partnership. It’d be in our best interest.”


    His hopes visibly dashed, Derek voiced his disappointment,


    “You never cease to push me away, dismissing my good intentions. You fail to recognize a good heart


    when you see one…”


    His downcast demeanor, mirroring that of a puppy denied a treat, sparkedughter from J. “Alnght,


    don’t overthink it. I’m just looking out for you.”


    Still, Derek was far from cated, his dissatisfaction apparent. “Looking out for me? Who do you think


    you are, my mother? Clearly, you don’t understand the value of someone’s sincere intentions. I ditched


    work just toe here, offer my assistance, and you simply turned me down. That’s beyond


    frustrating!” Despite


    Derek’s grumbles, J found her mncholy beginning to lift. She managed a smile and reassured


    him, “Once the tempest calms, I promise I’ll rope you in immediately. How does that sound?”


    With a dismissive toss of his hair, Derek retorted, “Like I care!” Right then, Gilda, who had been silent


    all this while, chimed in to calm the brewing storm,


    “Derek, you’re too much of a public figure, and this incident has garnered far too much attention. It’s not


    the ideal time for you to join forces with J.”


    Irritated, Derek crossed his arms and shot back at his girlfriend, “And who could possibly do a better


    job, if not me? You?” Undaunted, Gilda tossed her hair back, her confidence unwavering as she


    asserted, “Absolutely. I’m far better suited for this. I’ve got a background in modeling, genuine talent


    unclouded by needless hype, no sizeable fan base or negative publicity. Plus, my age and style align


    perfectly with J’s aesthetic. I’m clearly a better choice than you!”


    As her confident words hung in the air, she turned to J, her eyes alight with a friendly sparkle. “If


    you ever need a model for a coboration, feel free to knock on my door. I guarantee won’t say no.”


    J’s eyes sparked with an eager glow at Gilda’s proposition. Gilda’s sense of style had always


    resonated with hers, in harmony with her own design ethos. In fact, Gilda was the one she initially


    thought of coborating with. But the offering from Gilda herself was an unexpected turn. It was an


    opportunity of a lifetime, one she couldn’t let slip away.


    No sooner had this thought crossed J’s mind than she yearned to delve into coboration details


    with Gilda. However, Derek, now feeling sidelined, registered his discontent.


    “Are you doing this just to spite me, Gilda?” Derek cut in, his voice rising towards his girlfriend.


    Rolling her eyes, Gilda countered, “Spite you? Really, Derek? Do you truly believe you’re a fitting


    candidate for J’s designs? If you can convince me, I’l be your cheerleader in this venture with


    J.”


    N?vel/Dr(a)ma.Org - Content owner.


    “Ugh!” A frustrated Derek failed to formte a concrete argument to align his style with J’s


    aesthetics. After a beat, he raised his head defiantly. “This isn’t about you! And I won’t stand by and let


    you partner with J without my approval!”


    In response, Gilda stuck out her tongue, defiantly stating, “Well, I’m going ahead with the coboration.


    What will you do now?” The color rose high on Derek’s chiseled features as he jabbed a finger toward


    Gilda, his voice filled with usation. “So that’s why you tagged along today! You were only using me


    to get closer to J! Gilda, you’re craftier than I thought!”


    With acent smile and a raised eyebrow, Gilda countered, “Does it matter? I’ve drawn J’s


    attention through my own abilities.”


    That was thest straw for Derek. He lunged at Gilda, bellowing, “I swear, I’ll fight you tooth and nail!”


    Gilda’s response was a disdainful hort as she clenched her fists. “Go ahead, try your luck. Let’s see


    whoes out worse for wear.”