Damian Knight had always appreciated Simon Sutton. He was willing to invest heavily in this movie because Simon Sutton was the director.
He took a sip of coffee and began, "Sadie is a very important friend to me. I know she has no acting experience, but I also know she’s very serious about her work. Once she starts filming, she’ll surely surprise you. So, I hope you can give her a chance."
Simon Sutton was quite surprised.
In his impression, Damian Knight was a principled person who would never bend the rules for anyone.
But this time, he was personally speaking up for Clarissa Stanton.
Damian Knight continued, "You’ve spent little time with her and might not know her well yet. But I can vouch for her—choosing her is something you won’t regret. Trust me."
With Damian Knight saying so much, Simon Sutton paused for two seconds and reluctantly nodded.
But in the end, he still remarked, "Alright, but I truly don’t understand what makes that girl so important to you."
He’s impolite, irresponsible, lazy, and spoiled. He really couldn’t understand how Damian Knight became friends with Clarissa Stanton.
Especially the kind of friend willing to spend time and energy on her.
Damian Knight didn’t hide it, directly saying, "She saved my life. And... to me, she’s a very special girl. So... Director Sutton, if you agree, then I owe you a favor."
A favor from Damian Knight isn’t something just anyone can get.
Simon Sutton had no choice but to agree, "I understand. I’ll do my best, but after a few scenes, if she’s still not up to it, I still won’t agree to her as the leading lady."
"Alright. If she still doesn’t measure up, I won’t interfere anymore."
Damian Knight had a lot of confidence in Summer Monroe.
Even though he didn’t know himself why he was so confident in Summer Monroe.
Simon Sutton stood up to say goodbye, "It’s settled then. I won’t take up any more of your time; I’ll head out."
"Go ahead and get busy."
Damian Knight watched Simon Sutton leave.
Afterward, he sent a text to Summer Monroe.
Summer Monroe, who had just returned to Stanton Manor, received a text.
After signing the contract, she and Damian Knight exchanged numbers. Seeing a message from Damian Knight surprised her a bit, so she opened it.
The message contained only a short sentence: "You owe me a favor."
A favor?
Summer Monroe was puzzled.
She thought about it. Could it be because he stopped Henry Stanton from making her kneel in the meeting room?
That stingy jerk of a man, she at least saved his life!
If she hadn’t pulled him from the sea at that time, who knows where he’d be drifting now!
Summer Monroe pursed her lips and sent a text back to Damian Knight.
On his side, Damian Knight heard a "ding-dong" from his phone, immediately opened it, and saw written boldly: "A man so petty will stay single for life!"
Seeing the content, Damian Knight could imagine Summer Monroe’s pouty angry face.
"Ha..." he couldn’t help but chuckle.
Summer Monroe returned to the villa’s living room just as Clarissa Stanton had come back.
As soon as she walked in, she proudly exclaimed, "Dad! I got the lead role in ’Kyoto Monster’!"
Henry Stanton lit up instantly, "Good girl! I’m so happy for you! What do you want for dinner tonight? You get to decide!"
Clarissa Stanton sweetly replied, "Let Dad decide. I’ll just eat, eat, eat!"
Henry Stanton laughed heartily.
Stella Monroe also came downstairs, and upon hearing the good news, the three almost hugged each other tightly.
Standing there all alone, Summer Monroe felt like an outsider.
She couldn’t help but look away to hide the tears welling up uncontrollably in her eyes.
She thought she was used to it by now, but it seems that getting used to things is not so easy.
Summer Monroe didn’t want to stay there any longer and turned to head upstairs.
She changed out of her cheongsam and into something more comfortable, then made a call to her assistant overseas: "The person managing Stella Monroe’s overseas assets, please look into his identity for me."
"Yes."
Summer Monroe’s gaze was cold and distant.