Lauren told Eric about the matter, and Eric quickly sent the number over. She was responsible for it now. However, this matter shocked both Lauren and Eric, leaving them unable to calm down for a long time. Last night, she investigated The Vaughn Family, Celestial Holdings, Poe Vaughn, and all associated industries of Poe Vaughn through various channels, exploring even small rumors. She nearly pulled an all-nighter and came to a conclusion: Ava made an incredibly important yet remarkably wise decision. Entering the Vaughn Family is worth it. Particularly because the Vaughn family matriarch holds Ava in great favor. That means Ava, in The Vaughn Family and in Aurelia, can walk with confidence. Initially, Lauren tried to set up Ava with Jace, believing that Jace’s family background, abilities, and character were all good, and that Ava wouldn’t suffer entering the Kingsley Family. However, Jace has a mother who is said to have become disabled in her legs early on due to some incident and has been reclusive for treatment. Other circumstances remain unclear. No matter how she investigated, she couldn’t find out. When she learned about this point, she felt a vague concern. Worried Jace’s mother might not be easy to get along with, after all, being disabled is hard for most people to accept, especially since Jace is an illegitimate child and his mother was a third party. Lauren feared that Jace’s mother might have psychological issues. But because Jace particularly liked Ava, and he was someone with his own opinions, not a mama’s boy, Lauren thought the issue should be minor. She believed Jace would protect Ava. Moreover, there’s no such thing as a completely flawless situation in this world; Ava couldn’t possibly get all the advantages. Thus, if indeed Jace’s mother proved difficult, with Jace around, it should be manageable. However, after researching The Vaughn Family and Poe Vaughn last night, she felt Poe was better than Jace. First, Poe’s mother died early in a car accident, then his father soon married a mistress and lived his carefree life. Poe was raised by the Vaughn family matriarch and had nothing to do with his father. Especially considering the scandal with Poe’s father during his marriage, causing unpleasantly difficult situations for both families, even though Poe carried half his father’s blood, he had zero contact with his father. In other words, Ava marrying Poe wouldn’t face any mother-in-law issues, nor get involved with Poe’s stepmother. Completely hassle-free. And although yesterday was her first encounter with the Vaughn matriarch, and they didn’t talk much, she clearly felt the matriarch’s approval and liking for Ava. This Vaughn matriarch is a character; everyone in the Vaughn Family listens to her, whether big or small. Her words are law, and no one dares to oppose her. If the matriarch approves Ava, what does Ava have to fear? Therefore, Ava marrying Poe is even better! Of course, she also looked into Poe Vaughn, though the information she found was scarce. This update is available on novel(ꜰ)ire.net She didn’t know what he looked like or his character. But from her investigation into Celestial Holdings and his businesses and company culture, she believed this person was really something. Not just any businessman. A person ought to have decent character, especially raised by the Vaughn matriarch herself. Thus, she felt reassured! Lauren quickly tidied up and went to the company, and she also sent the number to Ava. Now, she wouldn’t question anymore; Ava said not to ask, so she didn’t ask. She’d follow Ava’s lead on everything. Because Ava wasn’t foolish! Ava Sterling had no idea about Lauren’s excitement and thrill; she went about her work as usual, teaching the models professionally and attentively. Soon enough, the morning passed by. "Okay, we’ll stop here for now." At the designated time, Ava spoke these words and immediately grabbed her bag to leave. As she went out, she picked up her phone to check messages. Lauren had already sent the number over. Ava opened it immediately to save and then dialed. But as soon as the call connected, a disjointed voice answered with excitement: "Hello, is this Ava Sterling, Miss Sterling?" Ava frowned, suspecting she dialed the wrong number. Since it was nearly instant she’d pressed her phone to her ear, this voice came through very quickly. Except Ava hadn’t dialed incorrectly; this excited, heavenward voice she’d heard before, belonging precisely to that director surnamed Donovan. The person on the line let out a long sigh, as if finally achieving something. And quickly, Silas Donovan said, "Ever since Eric’s call, I’ve been waiting for yours, haven’t even dared blink, and now I’ve finally gotten through." "Miss Sterling, have you agreed to join the film?" "Where are you now? Should I come over? Shall we discuss in person?" Before Ava could speak, Silas rattled off a string of words. Nonetheless, Ava showed no displeasure, simply saying, "Company, come over now." "I’m right outside your company building, Miss Sterling, on which floor are you exactly? Which spot?" As the words were spoken, Ava heard the sound of a car door shutting, and she stepped into the elevator: "Just ask the receptionist where my dressing room is, they’ll direct you." Finished speaking, Ava hung up the call. She messaged Lauren to send her the director’s number, which Lauren surely relayed to Eric, and Eric briefed the director—something she hadn’t expected. Yet upon thinking it over carefully, it wasn’t surprising at all. Eric had always wanted her to venture into acting, especially Silas Donovan’s project. She was waiting for the opportunity. So, staying in touch with Silas Donovan was no extraordinary matter. Soon, the elevator halted, and Ava headed straight to the dressing room. At this moment, Lauren was already waiting in the dressing room, seeing Ava enter, immediately ran over excitedly: "Ava, are you really going to act in the film?" "What made you come to this decision?" "I never expected it, I’m stunned, I thought you wouldn’t act in your lifetime." Just like Silas Donovan, Lauren was chatty, a chatterbox to the point of annoyance; Ava frowned, abruptly stopping, arms crossed, and coldly stared at Lauren. Yesterday’s matters hadn’t been settled with her yet. Upon seeing Ava’s expression, Lauren shut her mouth tight, lower her head, and dared not speak further. She knew yesterday’s issues hadn’t blown over yet. Seeing Lauren finally quiet, Ava tossed her bag onto the sofa, grabbed the floral tea long brewed on the table, and gulped it down. After a whole morning of lecturing, little did she drink any water, parched to the bone. Hearing the sound, Lauren looked over and saw Ava chugging water from the thermos cup, suddenly recalled a detail. She hadn’t brought Ava the floral tea to the training room herself. She must have been extremely thirsty. With that in mind, Lauren hurried over, cautiously said, "Ava, let me pour you another." Ava didn’t stand on ceremony, and the cup went straight to the bottom, and she handed the cup to Lauren. Lauren promptly took it and went to refill. Ava slightly quenched her thirst, looked more relieved, and sat on the sofa, awaiting Silas Donovan’s arrival. Yet no sooner had Ava settled onto the sofa than her phone rang.