Hollywood Zenith

" You want to take us as your students?"

" Yes, Honestly I tried to recruit Samuel as well but that brat is very elusive." Ansolie shrugged. She was not wrong; she had seen his talent. If Samuel practised, he could achieve high mastery over his voice.

" But Samuel doesn't sing, right?" Adele asked Iblis. Both of them were unaware of Samuel's hidden talent.

" Yes, Is he secretly learning singing?"

" I don't know the circumstances behind it, but he had shown me some files to get my attention. He also provided enough material to asses both of your talents; that is why I am asking you."

" This is very unexpected."

" I think I have to consult my parents."

" Ok, but give me your answer as soon as possible. I will head home now; I don't want to swarm by reporters."

After she left, Adele and Iblis were both left contemplating. It was an alluring opportunity, but they had to think it over. Adele was almost sure about it, but Iblis, on the other hand, had a lot on her plate. She had to stay in the country, which meant not being able to accompany her mother overseas.

" By the way, she never mentioned what she would charge us," Adele said innocently. Money was a big issue for her family.

" Puff, aha" seeing her serious expression, Iblis laughed. Unlike Adele, Iblis was much more familiar with Lady Wilson's background. She would have never approached them for money.

" Don't laugh; it is a serious issue. Don't think everyone is a princess like you."

" Wow, I was wondering where my friend went, but she is slowing coming out."

" I was always here! What are you talking about?"

" Nothing."

" Stop teasing me."

Due to a couple of years of age gap, Iblis held the upper hand in most of their conversations. It was a great night for them, watching a great movie and meeting their idol; it couldn't get any better than this.

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" Eh, how did I get into this situation?" Samuel thought.

With every premier, it was a ritual to hold an afterparty; usually, such an event would be flashy with various 'models' walking around, but this time, as it was primarily children, the company restrained such actions.

It didn't mean that no up-and-coming actors and actresses attended the event. It was their chance to impress influential people and gain more minor roles to kickstart their careers. Samuel, who had a profound background, would never have to go through these processes, but it didn't mean he was unaware.

Even though people were talented, there was a reason why Hollywood was said to be like a money pit; without connection or capital, one would have to grind for years to get their talent recognized.

Samuel, who was trying to deflect his mind through these thoughts, was sitting in a corner surrounded by his 'fans'. It was questionable if one could call this kidnapping, but he was definitely in a sticky situation.

" Look at his serious expression; I wonder what he is thinking."

" Wah, so soft! You must feel it too!"

" You are right! I just want to smother him in hugs!"

" Hey! You are cutting the line; I came first!"

" Old lady! Why are you here? Don't you have your kids to worry about?"

" I am still single! Do kids fall out of the sky?"

" Stop it! Can't you see his mood is getting worse?"

Yes, Samuel was abducted by young models and was being pampered to death! How can they pinch my cheeks that hard?

" Ladies, I think my parents are calling me. If you could-"

" But I still didn't get my turn. Won't you spend a few more minutes with this big sister?" a pretty lady said while squeezing Samuel's hand. She was slightly bending toward his face. Samuel could see the whole valley along with her bountiful mounds because of her low-cut dress.

" Omg, he is blushing!"

" So cute." The girls began to cheer and giggle; teasing Samuel was so satisfying that they couldn't get enough of it.

Why was this happening to him? Only if he didn't accept their invitation.

" Don't bully my brother!" an unexpected person intervenes in their 'play'. It was Hannah, who had an angry face and puffed cheeks, ready to protect her precious brother.

" Oh my, who is this? Is she your sister?" one of them asked.

" Look at that pose! Oh my goodness" Thus, another commotion started, but Samuel got his chance; he was seriously resisting their advances, trying to find a way out. While they were distracted, Samuel rushed toward the opening.

" Hannah, let's go! It would be bad if you too get 'captured'" Samuel was not exaggerating it. He didn't want her sister to go through what he had experienced these past few minutes.

"Un! I will protect you, brother!" Hannah replied while making a tiny fist.

" Wait! When did he get there?"

" It was starting to get good. We missed our final event."

" Ugh, they escaped. Should we chase them?"

" No, there are too many eyes; maybe next time."

" What was the last event again?"

" It was who could make him sit on their lap. Just imagining his abash face is making me-"

" You girls, Why are you causing trouble?" Someone said from the back.

" Miss Ella and Miss Amelia, we were not doing anything." seeing the big shots coming over, they tried to hide their 'ulterior' motives.

" I have been watching you. Were you having fun tormenting my client?" Amelia asked. She was coming over to stop them, but fortunately, Samuel escaped before it.

" She is right. Do you really want to end your career? I could sympathize as a fellow fan but don't you remember the 'absolute rule'." Ella's statement surprised everyone.

" Miss Ella, don't tell me-" Before Amelia could finish her sentence.

" Monopolizing is prohibited!" Ella shouted. The girls were bewildered by her sudden change.

" Observe, don't approach!" One of the girls said.

" Convert the heretics!" another one joined.

" Miss Ella, you were a Samatic! I never knew." They hugged each other like long-lost siblings. Samuel's fans, after forming a religion, began to call themselves as 'Samatic', which was a play on the word 'Fanatic'.

With the rise of Samuel's popularity due to his recent public appearances, the fan club was exploding and setting record numbers of visitors. The admins needed proper photographs, but now they had thousands in their arsenal.

" Sami's charm is truly a destructive weapon." Seeing their 'insane' behaviour, Amelia couldn't help but wonder. She was looking forward to it when he grew up. How much more would he surprise her?