The Trending Topic Herself: The Villainess is the Superstar!-Chapter 68: Forced to Join the Lousy Variety Show

Chapter 68: Chapter 68: Forced to Join the Lousy Variety Show

Maya Monroe was lounging at home. Ever since "Wandering Beyond the Horizon" went viral, her schedule was packed with countless engagements. However, Maya always aimed to complete her tasks as quickly as possible so she could return home and enjoy life.

Suddenly, she received a call from Ryan Spencer, and his anger was palpable even through the screen: "Do you remember the variety show ’Great Survival Challenge’ I mentioned to you before?"

"I remember, what’s up?" Maya had a particularly strong impression of that survival show.

"Originally, the production team had confirmed you as a regular guest for the second episode. But out of nowhere, Jessica Young swooped in and took your spot! Don’t worry, I won’t let you suffer this indignity in vain!"

Just hearing the phrase "swooped in" made Maya unable to contain her excitement.

Regarding that survival show, let anyone who loves those desolate places go; she had no interest in going!

Maya coughed a couple of times and advised, "Uh...Ryan, how about we just let it be? Peace is valuable, after all... Such things are common in our circle; there’s no need to fuss over a small fry. If she wants to take it, let her take it!"

Ryan was silent for a few seconds, "Why have you suddenly become so easy-going?"

Maya was never known for being easy-going, but she truly had zero interest in that awful variety show.

Ryan continued talking to himself on the other end, "You’ve matured a lot, and I’m really pleased. But I won’t let you take this insult lying down; Jessica Young has done this several times, snatching resources from other artists. She has a terrible reputation in the industry. Don’t worry, I will keep in touch with the production team; this show is a great chance for you to clean up your image!"

Maya couldn’t care less about her image and had never considered polishing it.

"Ryan..."

"You don’t understand the severity of this. Although ’Wandering Beyond the Horizon’ considerably boosted your popularity, the audience’s stereotype about you remains. In other words, they like ’Luna’ on screen, not you as Maya Monroe. More importantly, ’Great Survival Challenge’ is filmed as a live broadcast. If you show some diligence and perseverance, and shake off the diva reputation, you’ll succeed in revamping your image. Though a complete makeover isn’t possible with just one show, ’Great Survival Challenge’ is definitely a good start!"

Maya nodded perfunctorily, "I see..."

Ryan could tell from her nonchalant tone that she wasn’t taking it seriously at all, but he was immune to her indifference by now.

"Remember to control your diet; I’ll handle this matter first."

"Okay, Ryan."

Maya hung up the call and suddenly felt light and cheerful.

Since Jessica Young is a habitual spot thief, it shouldn’t be hard for her to snatch another one...

Ian Rowe, sitting next to her reading documents, looked up to ask, "What’s wrong?"

Something great had happened, and there was a hint of a smile on Maya’s face, "Oh, nothing much, just got swooped!"

Near the end of the year, Ian didn’t seem as busy as before. Maya admired him; even with her watching the food channel at high volume, he could still focus intently on his work. Why not just go to the study? Isn’t it more enjoyable there?

"Swooped?"

"A resource, no big deal." Maya said casually and then curled up to eat some fruit.

She didn’t notice Ian’s expression suddenly darkening.

Ian remembered another matter. Yolanda Sawyer had told him he should respond to Maya and not let her make all the one-sided efforts. Otherwise, no matter how deep the affection is, it wouldn’t last.

How to respond to her? What counts as being good to her?

If someone snatches Maya’s resources, he obviously couldn’t let her suffer that.

Would this count as being good to her?

"Don’t worry, what’s yours will remain yours."

Maya, engrossed in watching, forgot to bring the dragon fruit on her fork to her mouth; she didn’t quite catch what Ian said and just instinctively murmured in agreement.

After eating too much, Maya was about to put on her slippers for a walk when she received another call from Ryan. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

Hadn’t he just called? Why is there something else now?

Maya answered the phone, "Hello."

Ryan’s voice sounded very excited, "I didn’t expect this; the production team just called to say the guest spot is yours again. Jessica is a tough cookie; how did they relent so fast... But that’s not important, the variety show’s airing is soon after the New Year, so eat less during this time. Delicious food abounds during the New Year, but you must be self-disciplined. The ’Wandering Beyond the Horizon’ fan meeting won’t be long either, so be mindful of your image for both events."

"You...What did you say?!" Maya was shocked.

From the first sentence Ryan said, Maya barely listened; she didn’t know what Ryan was saying, but her mind was full of expletives.

Hadn’t it been said the spot was snatched? How did it come back so quickly? Wasn’t Jessica a professional spot thief, why did she back off so fast!!? What should she do, does this mean she really has to participate in that disaster of a variety show?

She’s been living the good life, eating and playing well, so why on earth should she suffer in a survival show?

"Ryan...Why not let Jessica have this variety show..."

Ryan laughed and scolded, "I think you’re so overjoyed you’ve lost your mind. What nonsense are you talking about? Okay, I got another call. I’ll chat with you when I have time. Remember what I told you, manage your image!!"

Maya’s face was sullen, staring at the screen for several seconds.

Until dinner time, Maya still looked displeased; she had no appetite even for her favorite braised pork. She was still waiting for Ryan’s call, hoping he would suddenly tell her the spot got snatched by Jessica again. But no! No matter how she waited!!

Ian’s brows furrowed as well; he didn’t understand why Maya was downcast. He had clearly arranged the variety show for her, so why was she still in such a mood?

Could it be... a single variety show wasn’t enough?

*

"Closer! Get closer! Cut, cut, cut!" The director shouted angrily, running to Miles Wallace, "What the hell are you acting out!? Have you ever been in love? Is this how you’d hug your girlfriend? Right now, you’re hugging someone you like, not a piece of wood! Look at your expression of disgust, I’d believe you if you said you were hugging an enemy! And you claim to be a top-tier star with that acting? Hah!"

Miles stood there, face still impassive, his light golden curls gently swaying in the breeze, his unbearably exquisite face showing some regret, "Sorry, I’ll make sure to act better..."

Miles had already screwed up this hugging scene countless times.