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As she was pregnant, Seohyun did not go into the agency as often. But, according to her pregnant woman instincts, she could tell that there was something wrong with Han Xiuche.

"I just saw Han Xiuche exit your office. You should be cautious of him," Seohyun suggested. "He went missing out of nowhere and went to England to look for Tiffany, then suddenly returned again. His actions are very suspicious."

Sunny thought about it and nodded her head, "I haven't had many people to talk to lately, so I've been talking to him a little."

"I know you've been struggling to keep the agency going and you're unsure of Tiffany's current state."

"While we're on this topic, Han Xiuche suggested that I sign the fake Tiffany, Ma Weiwei. He said it would create a lot of hype!"

"When you first signed this guy, I already sensed something was wrong. Now that I look at it, he is indeed as expected," Seohyun said to Sunny. 

"Hong uniie has just made it on the fashion scene and Wendy and Luo Sheng have both gone to Crown Empire, so it's even more important for you to sign someone new to counter balance Han Xiuche."

"I will think of a way to find someone new. You should take care of yourself. If anything happens, I can't handle the responsibility!"

After hearing Sunny's warning, Seohyun nodded her head gently, "Don't push yourself too hard. If there are any issues, you can discuss them with me."

"I know," Sunny walked Seohyun out of the agency and watched as she boarded her car to go home before she relaxed.

Now that Superstar Media no longer had Tiffany and there was a Ma Weiwei constantly pressuring them, Sunny felt so stressed that she could hardly breathe...

...

At that very moment, inside a waiting room, Ma Weiwei was getting her makeup done. Meanwhile, her manager sat by her side and opened her phone.

"Hey, Weiwei, it's been a while since you spoke to Han Xiuche. Do you think he was joking with you?"

"Are you referring to his attempt to seize Superstar Media for me?" Ma Weiwei humphed. "Even if the current Superstar Media is given to me, I may not necessarily accept it. Look at what Sunny's done after Tiffany left."

"She's witty, but she's not very competent, she needs someone to lead the way for her to produce results."

"So, look at the current Superstar Media, who would want to join it?"

"Others may not want to join, that's no big deal, but you're different. Because of your relation to Tiffany, you require Superstar Media, you need to trample over them sooner or later..."

After hearing what her manager said, Ma Weiwei put down the eyelash curler in her hand and contemplated seriously.

"Tiffany is currently hiding in the US, too afraid to face anyone. Even if I take Superstar Media away right now, it won't bring me much pleasure."

"You're right, she's not in Korea right now, but she's bound to return one day!" The manager was highly interested in taking control of Superstar Media. "Why don't I talk to Young Master Han?"

"You can go if you want!"

Ma Weiwei did not stop her manager. After she had her makeup done, she sat quietly in her spot and waited. However, Luo Yinghong's fashion programme was being recorded next door and her waiting room was on the other side of the wall.

Ma Weiwei wasn't aware of this until the staff called her and she happened to see Luo Yinghong step out from next door.

"Hong unnie, right? I've heard a lot about you. Why don't you even have an assistant by your side?" Ma Weiwei asked, pointing out the obvious.

"Because I don't need one," Luo Yinghong replied with a smile. "However, I think you may need to hire a few more. After all, you are walking in Tiffany's footsteps, so you are bound to make a lot of enemies. I'm afraid you won't be able to handle it."

Ma Weiwei's face swelled up and turned slightly red, "Hong unnie, I respect that you are a senior, but..."

"I already heard the conversation between you and your manager. Unfortunately, the rooms aren't very soundproof," Luo Yinghong sneered. "Although Tiffany has gone overseas, don't you think that your dream of surpassing her is a bit ridiculous?"

"Tiffany is but an outdated artist, what's the point of protecting her? Don't you know that times have changed?" Ma Weiwei's manager said as she shielded her artist. "The current Tiffany isn't even worthy of carrying shoes for Weiwei."

As soon as she heard these words, Luo Yinghong stormed over to Ma Weiwei and grabbed onto her collar, "Didn't you get famous from making yourself look like Tiffany? Although you want to deny it, I'm sure you know how much you've gained from this resemblance."

"No matter how famous and how much of a hit you currently are, you will never be able to get rid of the fact that you relied on Tiffany."

"So, even if Tiffany is no longer famous, other people are allowed to look down on her, but you aren't!" Luo Yinghong said as she pushed Ma Weiwei away.

"Remember what I've said today. Don't take things too far."

Ma Weiwei clenched her fists. She had obviously reached her limit.

After all, Luo Yinghong's every word directly stepped on her where it hurt. So, it was impossible not to be furious.

Afterwards, Luo Yinghong left. But, Ma Weiwei said to her manager, "Weren't you about to ask Han Xiuche when he's taking over Superstar Media?"

"Weiwei, don't be angry, I'll go ask him right now," her manager immediately replied.

After hearing Luo Yinghong's words, Ma Weiwei was like a furious creature that was being held by its tail.

"Old woman, I'm going to let you see what Tiffany's worth. In the end, the entire Seoul will only recognize me, Ma Weiwei!"

"You just wait and see!"

...

As a result, Han Xiuche was a little surprised when he received a phone call from Ma Weiwei's manager.

"I thought Weiwei didn't care."

"She didn't care until she was insulted by one of Superstar Media's artists," the manager replied, "So, Young Master Han, can you confirm what you will do and when you will do it?"

"Soon! Wait for the good news."

"In that case, hurry..."

They may not have been in rush before, but they now learned to be impatient because they finally appreciated the taste of power and understood the frustration of being suppressed.

Up until this point, Han Xiuche had been wary of Seohyun because she was very observant. Therefore, he was waiting until Seohyun reached the later stages of her pregnancy and Sunny was truly on her own.

He knew that Seohyun had negative views of him, but he didn't want to provoke the wife of a military general; Yoong wasn't someone he could afford to offend.

So, he was waiting for the right time.

Seohyun was beginning to frequent the agency a lot less and her conversations with Sunny had also decreased. So, Han Xiuche believed that Sunny would breakdown very soon.

The more she tried to produce results, the more she couldn't produce them.

Sunny desperately lookied everywhere for artists to sign.

But, without Tiffany, who would want to join Superstar Media?

Superstar Media's glory days were gone...

So, Han Xiuche suggested to Sunny, "Sunny, I know you have a plan to create some superstars. I am familiar with a few new artists, do you want me to introduce them to you?"

"What type of new artist?" Sunny asked. "You need to know that I have very high expectations."

"You'll know once you see them," Han Xiuche deliberately kept Sunny guessing, but left her with a slither of hope.

Sunny remembered Seohyun's warning, but she had no choice. As long as there was the slightest chance of improvement for Superstar Media, she was willing to give it a try.

"In that case, arrange for us to meet."

"OK."

Han Xiuche's overly passionate response made Sunny wary, but she still couldn't resist temptation.

In the end, Sunny did not discuss the matter with Seohyun because she knew that Seohyun was a long way into her pregnancy and couldn't be overly stressed.

...

A few days later, Han Xiuche brought a few newcomers to Superstar Media. As soon as Sunny looked at them and realized that they were a group, she lit up and was tempted.

Their appearance, presence, background and other points weren't bad, so Sunny predicted they'd be a hit if she fixed their image a little.

"What do you think? Are you satisfied?" Han Xiuche smiled. "My juniors from art school aren't bad. That's why I introduced them to you."

"Not bad, indeed..." Sunny nodded. "I'll have to depend on them to help Superstar Media back on its feet."

"Don't worry, they are honestly really good."

However, this wasn't something that Han Xiuche could determine on his own.

Sunny had her methods and her connections, so it wasn't hard for her to investigate further into something. Luckily, the group that Han Xiuche introduced to her, had clean backgrounds.

"I would like to thank you for doing all this," Sunny thanked Han Xiuche.

"We are all a part of Superstar Media, there's no need to be polite," Han Xiuche acted modest, but as soon as he turned around, the smile on his face was filled with a deeper meaning.

"I will manage this group personally..."

"I trust in your abilities."

Sunny decided to personally manage the group because she had her suspicions. Besides, keeping an eye on a group was relatively more difficult.

So, as soon as she signed a contract with the group, she immediately started their training.

However, she never expected that this would be the start of her misfortunes.

...

Tiffany learned a lot on the set of 'The Resurrected Specimen' and Jones was very patient with her. Because he could tell that she was truly talented, he couldn't wait to pass on everything he knew to her so she could produce some results in the world of sci-fi.

As a result, the people on set gradually realized that Tiffany wasn't a simple errands person. She was Jones' student!

The majority of them began to feel a little nasty for judging her in the past.

During this time, the most important thing that Tiffany got from the experience was that she got to witness the professionalism of Western actors. 

For the sake of a role, they were willing to gain weight at any time; get dirty at any time; crawl, roll and even fight at any time. This willingness was something that the East was lacking.

"Tiffany, I've come in contact with many Asain in the past. But, whether they were from the industry or not, it was rare to come across someone that was diligent, earnest and willing to put their identities aside. The Korea are particularly prideful."

This was something that the producer of 'The Resurrected Specimen' said to Tiffany while he was visiting on set. "After seeing the hardwork you've put into learning how to produce a good film and seeing you make guest appearances here and there, I've been tempted to ask if you'd like to pursue a career in Hollywood?"

"I've looked into your incidences in Korea and don't believe you should have received the treatment that you did. I've also watched your films. To be honest, I think it's a shame for you to produce a film, rather than act in a film."

"So, even though I know you may reject me, I still want to ask if you'd like to come to Hollywood and take on a role with me?"

"I was originally planning to go to Korea this weekend to recruit an actress. If you're willing to work with me, I won't have to make this trip."

After hearing what the producer had to say, Tiffany smiled and said apologetically, "I'm sorry, I made a vow that I would never act again and I would like to stick to that promise."

"Besides, I put in so much effort to learn how to produce a good sci-fi film because I want to fulfill a friend's dream."

"So, I'm sorry...but I need to turn down your offer."

The man nodded his head in a defeated manner, "Fine, I guess I have no choice but to make this trip to Korea."

"I wish you all the best."

The man did not pressure Tiffany. He felt she had a lot of personality and was persistent. So, he believed that she deserved respect. That's why he didn't understand why a talent like Tiffany was hurt so much in Korea...

....

Soon, the producer arrived in Seoul. As soon as he stepped out of the airport, he saw a commercial featuring Ma Weiwei. He was shocked that the woman resembled Tiffany so much.

As he liked Tiffany a lot, he asked his assistant to do some research into Ma Weiwei.

But, after he understood her a little better, he was extremely disappointed, "This woman, Ma Weiwei, deliberately did plastic surgery to look like Tiffany so she could be famous."

"Then she's just a thief that's trying to take credit for someone else's hard work..."

"Since that's the case, let's make an open call for auditions. What do you think?"

"OK," the producer nodded.

"What if Ma Weiwei also turns up?"

"Then, let's see her perform; let's wait and see how far she is from Tiffany," the producer replied. 

"By the way, don't let anyone know that Tiffany is currently learning from Director Jones. It doesn't seem like anyone in Seoul knows yet. Don't be a loose-lipped person. We should keep this to ourselves."

"I originally wanted to work with Tiffany, so don't do something that makes her dislike us."

"I understand."

Tiffany did not ask to be treated that way, but she received the respect that she deserved. No, to be exact, she was treated well because she was the student of Jones.

As expected, a top producer recruiting for Hollywood was a highly attractive opportunity...

As a newcomer in the industry, Ma Weiwei, of course, dreamed of securing the deal.

So, she immediately asked her management agency to make arrangements. But, if she was to discover how much the producer admired Tiffany, would her face be swollen from the faceslap?

Up until this point, she had yet to play any outstanding roles – because she couldn't act!

This was something that couldn't be replicated even if she was rebuilt from scratch!

"Weiwei, the agency told me you have the opportunity for an audition," Ma Weiwei's manager said excitedly after she contacted the American producer. She knew deep in her heart that even if Ma Weiwei was a popular topic of discussion right now, she still couldn't compare to the versatile Tiffany, so she never imagined that Ma Weiwei would receive an opportunity for an audition.

"That's because I'm luckier than Tiffany," Ma Weiwei said calmly to her manager. "You just wait and see, I definitely won't be defeated in everything I do like Tiffany."

"Of course not, our Weiwei is amazing..."

She was indeed amazing – amazing at getting plastic surgery and creating hype.

Unfortunately, Ma Weiwei had no idea that the producer gave her the audition opportunity simply because he wanted to see how bad she was compared to Tiffany.

...

Meanwhile, Sunny was training her newly signed group, S.A.J. The group was perfectly balanced with two boys and two girls and their voices were all decent.

However, this new group couldn't be like Wendy, they couldn't participate in a singing competition like she did. Their debut relied on Sunny's plans to create exposure, so she was putting them through a strict training regime.

From their clothes to the way they talked to their individual personalities, Sunny designed each aspect carefully.

Seeing Sunny immersed in her plan, Han Xiuche was extremely pleased. This meant he was one step closer to his goal.

Of course, Seohyun eventually caught wind of such a big matter. Seeing that Sunny was working so hard to train new artists, she felt guilty for not being of any help.

"At the moment, the group is performing well. When they finally debut in 2-3 months time, you will be ready to give birth. By the time that you return to work, we can start on another plan."

"So, you don't need to worry. Even if Tiffany isn't around, I will still do all I can to make Superstar Media shine."

Seohyun supported her stomach and smiled, "I have no doubt that your abilities are better than mine, but there's still one thing that you need to be cautious of: Han Xiuche. I have a bad feeling about that guy."

"But, Han Xiuche helped a lot this time..." Sunny replied. "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

"That better be the case."

However, Sunny had no idea that Han Xiuche had dug a huge trap for her to fall into. He didn't care about the time and money invested, nor the consequences.

So, how could Sunny guard against this? Not only did she not have her guard up, she even interacted with Han Xiuche more when Seohyun wasn't around.

Upon returning to the agency and hearing about Sunny's close relationship with Han Xiuche, Luo Yinghong remembered the conversation she overheard between Ma Weiwei and her manager. So, she was suspicious of Han Xiuche.

As a part of the agency, she believed it was only right for her to warn Sunny.

Therefore, she waited until Han Xiuche wasn't around before she knocked on Sunny's office door.

"Hong unnie? What's the matter?"

"I noticed you've been getting really close to Han Xiuche lately, so I wanted to remind you to be cautious of him," Luo Yinghong said. 

"A while ago, when I was filming a programme, I came across Ma Weiwei and overheard her conversation with her manager. It sounded like her relationship with Han Xiuche isn't simple."

After Sunny heard this, she was a bit surprised.

"Really?"

"I have no grudges against Han Xiuche, so there's no reason for me to slander him. Either way, you should be wary of him."

As it was a kind-hearted warning, Sunny naturally took note and nodded her head, "Don't worry, Hong unnie. I know what I'm doing."

"That's good." After she was done talking, Luo Yinghong turned and left the office.

But, right outside the door, Han Xiuche approached excitedly with something to discuss.

"Hong Noona..."

This polite young man looked completely harmless, but no one expected that he was hiding a malicious intent.

Either way, Luo Yinghong did not have a good feeling about him.

So, she simply nodded her head at Han Xiuche.

Han Xiuche immediately sensed the coldness. It seemed everyone at Superstar Media, except for Sunny, had their guard up against him.

But, it didn't matter because Sunny was already knee deep in his trap...

...

9 days later, the auditions for the American producer were to be held.

Ma Weiwei arrived dressed in fancy clothes and makeup, like she was certain she'd be picked by the producer.

However, people within the industry didn't seem convinced by her.

Even if Tiffany appeared at the auditions, they wouldn't be 100% sure that she'd succeed, let alone a fake replica. Apart from using Tiffany's name to get famous, what else could she do?

Act?

Could she do that?

Not everyone in the world was born with the talent to act like Tiffany.

Ma Weiwei understood where she stood, but if she looked down on herself as well, who would give her the respect that she wanted?

To everyone's confusion, Ma Weiwei was scheduled to audition first. But, the producer's motive was simple: he wanted to quickly see her perform and quickly send her away if she wasn't up to standard. That way he wouldn't treat others unfairly

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