The manager had heard of Tangning. After all, she had caused quite a few international sensations.
But, no matter who it was, Cate's team was confident that they would add on to their conditions.
"In France, I was treated like a national treasure and lived in a 5-star hotel. But, as you can see, even the air conditioning in Beijing is broken."
"I don't want to stay in this sh * tty place any longer."
Even if Hollywood didn't treat foreign actors well, it was still Hollywood. So, what did Superstar Media count for?
Cate's team was prepared to challenge Tangning. They had a thousand reasons to convince Tangning to add on to their conditions.
But, they obviously underestimated Tangning's abilities as a manager and boss.
They thought she was using her identity as an actress to play the friendship card.
But, from the moment that Tangning stepped into Superstar Media's meeting room, she was no longer an actress.
Dressed in a white suit, she looked capable and beautiful. Coupled with her sharp gaze, the manager suddenly couldn't tell what Tangning was thinking.
Cate's team had brought along a few lawyers and a manager, a total of five people. But, Tangning only brought along Long Jie.
"I heard that your team wants to add on to their conditions?" Tangning asked straightforwardly.
Cate did not say a word. Instead, her manager said, "Our Cate is famous in France and has a high status internationally. We have every right to receive better treatment."
"If you have any conditions, you should have stated them all at once when you signed the contract. Since the contract has already been signed, you should have the responsibility to abide by it. Do you think Superstar Media is easy to bully? "
"Contracts are made by people and can be adjusted according to demand. Plus, you were the one that invited Cate here, so it's your responsibility to satisfy her, "the manager retorted.
"You can only blame yourself for not being able to find an actress as outstanding as Cate in the country. Otherwise, why would you have to go so far?"
"So?" Tangning asked as she crossed her arms.
"My lawyer will tell you everything that Cate wants to add on to her conditions." Cate's manager thought that Tangning's tone sounded like she was about to compromise, so she called her lawyer over.
But, just as Cate's lawyer stepped forward and pulled out a document to state Cate's request, Tangning raised her hand and gestured for them to stop.
"Before you make your request, I think you should sign this document," Tangning gestured to Long Jie as she placed the document in French in front of Cate and her manager.
"Contract Termination Agreement?" the man read aloud in shock.
"Superstar Media may have a lot of money, but we're not stupid. From the first time you made a request, I already wanted you to immediately return to France."
"There are three reasons."
"Firstly, although my country isn't a developed country, I'm sorry, but I still receive news from the entertainment industry. At least, I know that Miss Cate is in France and her acting skills are excellent, but her reputation is a mess. Don't spout nonsense about being treated like a national treasure in France. Did you think I've never been to France? Or do you think that I will never go to France in my life? Your actions are too unsightly … "
"Secondly, it's not that our country doesn't have good actors, it's that Cate is suitable for this role. If I wasn't pregnant, I don't think Miss Cate would have a chance to play this role. According to official statistics, I seem to be more influential in Europe and the US than she is …"
"Thirdly, from what I know, Cate has already reached a stage of transition, but she hasn't found a suitable role. Her films have flopped a few times and her agency is suffering. If we terminate our contract and your agency pursues the matter, we will lose all of our income. Cate won't even have a room in the future, let alone a room without air conditioning."
"In summary, Superstar Media chose you, not the other way around."
"So, sign the contract termination agreement and let's not waste any more time."
The man did not expect Tangning to respond with such sharp words.
Especially since Cate's expression was already extremely ugly.
"Long Jie, watch them sign the contract. I don't have the time to entertain them," Tangning said before she turned to leave. However, Cate's manager held her back.
"I can sue you for breaching the contract and ask for compensation."
"When the contract was first signed, it was clearly stated that this was the final contract. In other words, you have no right to ask for a second amendment. Otherwise, you will be breaking the contract. If that happens, I'm afraid I will have to compensate you … "
As soon as these words were spoken, the woman was completely stunned.
Obviously, they simply wanted to ask Tangning for benefits. But, they had no idea that Tangning had never wanted to see Cate's team from the very beginning.
What a bunch of trash!
Although she knew that foreign actors would receive special treatment, she didn't think they should be pampered like this.
Especially since Tangning's attitude was extremely firm and her meaning was clear: either they act or they get lost.
"Sign the contract," Long Jie said in English.
But, the woman refused to sign the contract because she didn't understand English.
Long Jie did not expose them. After all, Tangning wasn't actually telling them to get lost. She simply wanted them to know that Superstar Media wasn't a pushover.
Afterwards, Cate's manager approached Qiao Sen and was a lot more polite.
This made Qiao Sen feel extremely flattered. It seemed, from now on, Tangning would have to personally handle matters like this.
After this matter, Long Jie picked a suitable time to speak to Tangning, "I thought you would take this opportunity to ask Cate to return to China and take on the role yourself. Who would have thought that you would keep Cate."
"Tangning, Lu Che and I both feel that if a domestically produced sci-fi film uses foreign actors, it won't be as pure and authentic."
"We can't accept it."
"You've worked so hard to prepare this film. If you make Cate famous, in the end, people will still remember her as a foreign woman."
"Even if you don't want to act, you should at least find a domestic actor …"
"I didn't make this decision," Tangning replied. "I'm sure Qiao Sen has made this decision based on business considerations. Let's wait and see."
"Once filming starts, it'll be too late. Think carefully," Long Jie reminded. "By the way, Lu Che and I both feel that you should give up on your identity as an actress. Even if you're a manager now, why can't you act? "
"What happened to Xu Xin wasn't your fault …"
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