A deal with the devil

Charter Of

The woman on stage was Leona, famed for her striking beauty. In just six months, with Sky mont’s relentless promotion, she had skyrocketed to fame, becoming a household name and cementing het place among the hottest celebrities.

Shirley unersciously moved a little closer, her eyes fixed on Leona. The woman was undeniably elegant, tall, and slender, with sharp, delicate features–rare beauty

But Shiley couldn’t figure out why Benjamin was so intent on promoting her

Beautiful women weren’t exactly a rarity in the entertainment industry. Leona wasn’t a singer–songwriter, she lacked acting talent, and her vocal abilities were barely passable at best.

She had no standout qualities, which meant her career relied entirely on has company showering her with high–quality resources to keep her in the spotlight.

In didn’t seem like a worthwhile imvestment so Shitley couldn’t understand why Benjamin invested in her.

As Shirley pondered this, she didn’t notice the subtle change in the boy in her arms

1 with a mix of hatred and fear that seemed far too intense for a child his age.

Daman’s eyes were locked on Leona, his small body tense, fists clenched tightly. His gaze was

stage. As she walked off, her eyes briefly flicked in Shirley’s direction. Her

swarmed her, clamoring for autographs. It was then Shirley noticed many people in the crowd wearing racing suits.

Shirley made

What are you doing here?” Janine’s face lit up with surprise and

Nancy. Come with me,” Shirley

“Now?

“Yes, now.

like a starstruck fangirl.

yet!”

but an exceptionally talented race car driver. He had recently returned to the country after breaking ties with his company in Santaport and was

drivers in the Eastern Region. He

his home country had earned him widespread admiration and

mean Lewis Turner, the racer from Santaport?”

course! Whole? Have you met him?” Janine asked eagerly

Shirley shook her head quickly and