Divorce Anxiety
Chapter 159

Chapter 159 Eager To Get Her

Kathleen said coldly, “Are you implying that you didn’t expect me to have fans?"*That movie'spremiering only on the week after the next,” said Charles in a deep tone. “Even though you scoredan award beforehand, the vast majority of the public has yet to see you on screen, so you couldn'thave gotten so many fans. After they've watched your acting and have a good impression of you,only then will your fan base expand. If not, all these are mere casual fans and serve you nopurpose.“Kathleen was rendered speechless.Even though the viewers in the live room were still in anuproar, the performance had already begun on the stage.They had drawn lots to determine theorder, and Team LR’s performance would be the last one.Up until the moment before Team LR tookto the stage, Samuel had yet to hand out the golden card in his hands.It seemed like getting thegolden card was a difficult feat to achieve.On top of that, all of Samuel's feedback had beenstraightforward and harsh.Each time he gave his comments, no one would dare to utter a word.For aperson with an imposing aura like him, wherever he went, he would unwittingly suppress thepresence of the people around him.It was inevitable.Right then, someone knocked on the carwindow.Charles side-eyed the person by the window and said, “It's time to go."Kathleennodded.Putting on a jacket, she got out of the car and followed the staff member backstage.Ontheir way there, they were extremely cautious so that no one would catch sight of them.As theyreached backstage, Kathleen took off the jacket and prepared to go on for her performance.Thestaff member then helped her put on an earpiece.The former was a young lady, seemingly a littleolder than Kathleen.Gazing at Kathleen, she was somewhat excited. Even her hands weretrembling.Kathleen looked extraordinarily attractive with her makeup that day, and her featureswere flawless.Suddenly, Kathleen flashed a smile at the young lady.The latter's heart melted into apuddle right away.How could she have a smile as pure as an angel?After the young lady finishedeverything, she uttered timidly, “G-Good luck.” Thanks!” said Kathleen with a sweet smile.Seeing hergrin, the young lady nearly fainted. She then walked away with an unsteady gait.In the meantime,Kathleen was all ready to go.As the music began, she walked up the platform frombackstage.Initially, everyone saw only a silhouette and could not tell who the person was.As shepaced into the spotlight, the crowd instantaneously realized that the figure was Kathleen herself.itwas then the audience went into a state of frenzy.Kathleen was all dolled up that day, looking stylishand stunning. She was clad in a black leather top with wide shoulder straps and a pair of blackleather shorts. Her slender, long legs were in a pair of thigh-high boots.Wearing exquisite smoky-eyed makeup, she gave off an air of indescribable wildness and sexiness.As she showcased her swiftand sharp dance moves, her every expression and posture was inundated with charm andbeauty.Her interactions with the other male celebrities also looked elegant and dashing. Not a tingeof tackiness was present in her movements.Watching Kathleen's performance, the crowd completelywent out of their minds, so to speak.They had almost forgotten that they were there to watch themale celebrities compete in a talent show.Sitting on the judges’ panel, Samuel observed Kathleenwith an intense, ice-cold gaze. What a beauty!Under the dazzling lights, it was as if Kathleen wasglowing.That day, she became the goddess in every man's heart.A burning sensation ofpossessiveness gradually hit Samuel. He wished to just take her away and hide her from the eyes ofother males.He tried his best to rein in his emotion and suppress his desire, yet deep down, helonged for her.Kathleen. My one-and-only Kathleen! I wish I could get my hands on her rightnow!The music finally stopped.Thus ended Kathleen's perfect performance.She held hands withSkyler and Mason, and they bowed together to the audience as a gesture of appreciation.The soundof applause continuously filled the air.Soon enough, the host appeared on stage and remarked,"Who would've expected the special guest of Team LR to be Kate?"Kathleen put on a faintsmile.”Let's see what our judges have to say,” added the host.The judges were so pleased with TeamLR and Kathleen's performance that they gave a very high score.Team LR and another group endedup neck and neck for first place.In the end, everything boiled down to Samuel's vote.Theatmosphere turned silent.Everyone knew about the relationship between Samuel andKathleen.Hence, they were very worried that Samuel wouldn't be fair in giving his rating.Some ofthem were thinking that Samuel might just grant the group a sky-high score while the others wereafraid that he might give a terribly low score.There were all kinds of conflicting thoughts in thecrowd.Kathleen, too, was a little nervous, for she wasn't sure if Samuel would be fair andsquare.From her point of view, there was a possibility for Samuel's pettiness to act up all of asudden.”Mr. Macari, what do you think of our last performance?” asked the host in a tranquilmanner.The crowd turned to look at him.Samuel, in turn, watched Kathleen intently andcommented, “The dance was good."Pursing her lips, Kathleen expressed her gratitude, “Thank youfor the compliment.”“You must work harder.” Samuel's tone reeked of coldness.Panic-strickenmomentarily, Kathleen then replied, "Y-Yes."Out of the blue, Samuel directed his impassive gaze atthe host. “Not everyone is allowed to call her Kate. Are you that close with her?“Everyone fell silenton that note.So, he kept mum a while ago just because he was bothered by this?Samuel continuedin an icy tone, “I think it's better for me to withhold my vote. Otherwise, some folks would accuseme of being biased."After saying that, Samuel put down the golden card in his hands.Kathleengawked at Samuel, and the latter narrowed his eyes to slits.”Are you trying to say that this goldencard was supposedly meant to be given to Team LR, Mr. Macari?” The host had no choice but tocarry on with the emceeing.Samuel gave a nonchalant response, “This is to avoid anymisunderstandings.”Kathleen was at a loss for words.He'll only invite speculations if he doesn't givethat card!”Mr. Macari, from the way you spoke, we already know where you stand. The other groupswon't be delighted, anyway,” uttered one of the judges indifferently.”Indeed, I've taken my stand.”Casting a glance at Kathleen, Samuel explained, “The reason for me not giving the golden card is tosave everyone else from embarrassment. After all, it's obvious that they're good.”All the othersstared at Samuel.Flashing a half-smile, he went on, “Besides, the special guest of the last group isoutstanding in all aspects.”"Do you mean Ms. Johnson is very charming, Mr. Macari?” That judgeappeared to be implying something.Putting on a deadpan look, Samuel answered, “Isn't it alreadypublic knowledge that I'm wooing her right now? Where are you going with thisconversation?“Hearing that, the judge was stumped for words.Kathleen fixed her gaze on Samuel.He's actually the one who's making a scene herelThe host flushed at the sudden turn of events. “Allright! Who would've anticipated a tie for first place to happen in our show? Anyway, thank you verymuch for watching our performances today. We'll be announcing the elimination name list privately.Thank you for your participation!“As the host finished his last sentence, the competition that nightalso officially came to an end.Kathleen wheeled around and prepared to leave At that moment,Samuel approached her and grabbed her hand from behind. He dragged her straight to the otherend of the stage to exit. The onlookers were in shock while Charles’ expression darkened.I've hadenough of that Samuel!Samuel towed Kathleen all the way outside.As they arrived at the parking lot,Samuel threw Kathleen into his car before hopping into the vehicle himself. After that, he removedhis jacket and wrapped it around Kathleen Kathleen stared at him in puzzlement. “What the heck areyou doing?“Looking her in the eyes, Samuel brought his head low and pressed his lips to herskin.He had kissed slightly above her eye. Kathleen was stunned.”Don’t ever look at other men thatway.” Samuel's voice was hoarse. “You know, I've been wanting to get you off the stage since justnow."“You broke the rules, Samuel!” Kathleen flew off the handle. “Didn’t we agree to remain asclose friends?"“Rules are meant to be broken.” Pinching her chin, Samuel said, “If it hadn't been forthe performance today, I wouldn't have realized that I wanted you to be mine so much.”