CHAPTER 156: CHAPTER 156: SISTER QI: HAVE YOU SEEN AN UNORTHODOX ONE? EDWARD MONROE SIGNS THE CONTRACT

Edward Monroe and Ethan Song headed straight to the address Claire Green had sent them as soon as they got off the plane.

A little while later.

The two stood in astonishment at the entrance, gazing up at the dozens of floors of the skyscraper before them.

"Edward, are you sure this is the right address?"

Ethan suddenly spoke, dumbfounded. He had initially thought that the office building purchased by King Regal was at most a few stories high, but now he was faced with something that towered dozens of stories tall.

What’s more, this building was located in the bustling center of the Capital City, something money alone couldn’t buy.

"I don’t know either."

Edward was also made unsure by the question and checked the address again, finding it correct and feeling shocked.

So, this building really belonged to King Regal Entertainment.

The two exchanged a glance and then broke into a harmonious laugh.

As Claire Green arrived, she saw the two of them laughing happily. She raised an eyebrow and spoke teasingly.

"Save the PDA for the right occasion."

The sudden voice from behind startled both of them with a shiver.

Just as Edward was about to greet the masked girl in front of them, he recalled her previous words, and his expression suddenly turned awkward.

"K, you still like to joke around."

Though his tone carried a note of complaint, there wasn’t a hint of anger.

Claire arched her eyebrows, her eyes glinting mischievously, "Joke, you seemed to be enjoying it quite a bit."

Her words successfully left Edward speechless, and he twitched his lips, thinking to himself, is "enjoy" really the word here?

When had he ever enjoyed it?

Seeing this, Ethan chuckled under his breath, "You don’t have to tease him anymore."

Who knew what kind of hobby K had, always liking to joke with Edward.

Hearing his protective words, Claire made a doubtful clicking sound and stepped into the building.

"Let’s go."

Ethan patted Edward on the shoulder, and the two followed her in.

Once inside, the two couldn’t help but feel they had been too hasty.

The surprise from outside paled in comparison to everything they saw now.

"K, are you sure we are a legitimate entertainment company?" Ethan suddenly spoke, brushing his hand over the things he was holding.

With his words.

Claire, leaning casually, looking every bit the big boss, remarked nonchalantly, "Have you ever seen one that isn’t?"

Ethan was taken aback. Indeed, yes, isn’t it you?

Who would have so many antique vases in the lobby of their entertainment company, making it look like an exhibit?

Almost as if reading his thoughts, Claire drawled lazily, "These were gifts from others."

Yesterday she saw them and messaged Andrew James to take them away, but he insisted that since the building was given to her, everything inside was naturally hers too.

She certainly wouldn’t refuse that.

Hearing this, Ethan couldn’t help but click his tongue in admiration, "K, is there any chance that ’others’ need another friend, like maybe me?"

He looked eagerly at the girl, his words causing Edward to roll his eyes.

"You’ve said enough."

The moment he spoke, Ethan zipped his lips promptly, shooting him an appeasing smile.

...

After Claire took them on a tour of the entire building, they sat down in an office on the top floor.

"Take a look."

Claire pushed a paper document towards them, crossing her legs, and leaned back casually.

Utterly relaxed.

The two exchanged a glance, picked up the document, and started reading. When they saw the revenue share, they were shocked.

Even after reading the entire contract, they couldn’t snap back to reality.

The contract was arguably the most flexible in the industry; its terms were far more beneficial than even the S-level contracts of other companies.

After a while.

Edward hesitantly spoke, "Is this contract for real?"

"Do I look like I’m joking?" Claire retorted with a smirk.

That was true; K wasn’t one to draft paperwork just to fool them. Claire wasn’t the type to pull such antics.

"But this contract is better than other companies’ S-level agreements. Do I really deserve it?"

Edward touched the scar on his face and placed the document down gently.

Before his appearance was ruined, even securing this kind of contract would have been a stretch. Now, with nothing but his voice, how could he warrant such a good agreement?

Seeing his self-doubt, Ethan sighed lightly, "K gave you this contract because they believe you’re worth it."

"He’s right. I am a businesswoman; if I’m offering you this contract, it’s because I believe the profit you’ll bring far exceeds this."

Her affirmation sent a warm current through Edward’s heart.

Back at his old company, he had only ever signed an A-level contract. After that incident, the company wanted to downgrade it but felt even that wasn’t worth it and went straight to terminating the agreement.

"Thank you."

With that, Edward signed his name on the contract.

Just as Ethan was celebrating for him, another document appeared in front of him.

He looked at the girl with confusion, a guess forming in his mind, "What’s this?"

"A management contract," Claire replied casually, "You worked together before, so there’s no reason to separate now."

The familiarity and mutual support between them were far more valuable than those top-tier managers.

Hearing this.

Ethan beamed, "You’re awesome, don’t worry, we won’t let you down."

Suddenly.

Something seemed to occur to him, and he looked at the girl with curiosity, "K, it won’t just be me and Edward in this company, right?"

Underneath her mask, Claire’s lips curved slightly in a mischievous arc, "Hmm, aren’t you surprised?"

Thanks, no surprise, but definitely a bit horrifying.

Ethan’s mouth twitched at the prospect of such a huge company having just him and Edward, his back turning cold at the thought.

Scenarios of the building being haunted or mysteries like locked room murders flashed through his mind.

Seeing right through his imagination, Claire chuckled lightly, "Don’t worry, your third colleague isn’t far away."

Recalling Charlotte Shaw’s recent persistent invitations for her to visit the film set, a hint of a wicked smile flickered in Claire’s eyes.

With someone so eager to invite her to poach talent, not going seemed almost criminal.

Should people learn of her intent, they’d probably be taken aback, thinking, she’s invited to see the filming progress, yet all she cares about is poaching talent.

The two were intrigued.

"The third person, do I know them?"

"Male or female, attractive?"

Claire stood up and straightened her clothes, "Not bad."

Now, they were even more curious; anyone receiving such high praise from K must be something special.

In the afternoon.

Edward Monroe’s studio released a new Weibo post, which quickly rose to hot search.

[Edward Monroe Studio V: Thanks to all the fans and industry folks caring about Edward. He’s now signed with a new management company, don’t worry, the boss of this new company is the producer of Edward’s new song K, so look forward to the brand new Edward. @EdwardMonroeV @KingRegalEntertainment.]