Love in the Limelight

Chapter 406

“Even though we, the Brooke family, have some pull, we can’t control the power of public opinion. We didn’t want her to get hurt, that’s why we had her sign that bet agreement. We hoped she’d choose to step away from the entertainment industry on her own.”

“But I had no idea she was so determined. She has zero intention of leaving the entertainment industry.”

“Over the past 18 years, she’s gone through too much suffering. All we wanted was for her to have a happy life, but some things are ultimately out of our control‘

“We’re torn, really. On one hand, we hope she’d lose the bet and come back home. On the other, we hate seeing her suffer when she can’t chase her dreams”

It was rare for Robb to say so much. Dale, listening next to him, was taken aback.

He had noticed a long time ago that the Brooke men weren’t indifferent to Astrid Irvine.

While they say they hope Astrid would lose the bet soon, whenever she’s in a pickle, they’re always ready to lend a hand.

“Astrid will understand your dilemma. We all know how messy the showbiz is, but don’t underestimate her. Your sister isn’t ordinary person. Give her some time, she’ll shine like a star.”

know your own sister? Who can hurt her without getting a scratch themselves?

up his

On the island.

the escalating public opinion, picked up Dale’s

anxiously, “Dale, what do we do? We can’t suppress the public opinion anymore.”

handle it. This way, the issue gets

breaking point, “Are you joking? You know Astrid doesn’t play by

unpredictable at times, she knows what to do and

your show poorly. Once the ratings are refreshed tomorrow, they’ll hit an all–time

to whatever she asks. Any additional costs won’t have to be borne by your show.”

our show doesn’t have to bear the responsibility, then who will?”

bear it. But if you don’t handle this, and someone gets angry, your show’s biggest investor might pull out. And then, you won’t be able to continue

got it.” Maddox hung up, and headed towards where Astrid and the rest

cave was sound asleep. Hearing the commotion, Astrid sat

her eyes,