The entertainment industry’s waters are deep and complex; she’s not unaware. Whenever she thinks of this, she feels inexplicably annoyed. The reason she landed the female lead role in "City of Desire" was only because she was ’taken advantage of’ to climb up the ranks. However, what’s hard to believe is that the man who took advantage of her back then is now in love with her. Just as Asher Land once said, she’s lucky not having to be taken advantage of by a second person... Sophie Smith’s thoughts wandered far away; she was slow to give an answer to Asher Land and the group of college leaders. Asher Land was indifferent; if she didn’t go, he wouldn’t go naturally, but if she agreed to go, he’d give those so-called leaders some face. The college leaders beside them began to show signs of anxiety on their faces, casting pleading looks toward Sophie Smith, bringing her back to her senses. She nodded at Asher Land, thereby agreeing to join him at the dinner. However, at the dinner, Sophie Smith felt utterly uncomfortable. She was the only woman at the table; the chubby-faced college leaders kept toasting Asher Land, complimenting him, while they usually carried a high tone at school, yet in front of Asher Land, they acted submissively. "President Land, the admissions for our school’s performing arts department are extremely stringent, requiring both interviews and written exams for screening—the ones who make it are truly outstanding," the principal said proudly. "Mm, you can see that," he said, taking a sip of wine and nodding in agreement. "Ah?" The principal was a bit lost, where did he see that? "Miss Smith also graduated from your school, seeing her tells you all you need to know." So, is he indirectly praising her? Sophie Smith ignored him, instinctively moved the bottle of wine slightly away from him. He drank so much—it’s unbelievable how good his drinking capacity is; he drinks wine like it’s water, no restraint at all. Hearing Asher Land praise Sophie Smith, the college leaders became more certain of the unusual relationship between Sophie Smith and Asher Land, shifting their focus onto Sophie Smith, demonstrating their strong ability to adapt to circumstances. "President Land, you indeed had a sharp eye choosing Sophie Smith as your leading lady; she’s very talented in acting and has striking looks..." The leader launched into endless praise, making Sophie Smith think that this leader probably never saw her before she starred in "City of Desire." As others praised Sophie Smith, Asher Land found it quite gratifying, listening intently to these flattering words, while Sophie Smith couldn’t stand them anymore. She seemed absent-minded, her gaze starting to wander elsewhere. Asher Land saw her irritability and took the initiative to interrupt the conversation. He casually picked some dishes and placed them in her bowl, then quietly asked what else she needed. Sophie Smith was direct, asking Asher Land to do whatever she wanted. Sophie Smith wanted a napkin, Asher Land promptly handed it over, then wiped the corner of her mouth. This scene left the college leaders dumbfounded. Alright, now they were absolutely sure Sophie Smith was Asher Land’s woman. Sophie Smith was startled by Asher Land’s gesture—the school leaders were still here, didn’t he know to avoid suspicion? Fınd the newest release on 𝔫𝔬𝔳𝔢𝔩·𝔣𝔦𝔯𝔢·𝔫𝔢𝔱 Without thinking further, Sophie Smith hurriedly took the napkin herself, not wanting him to wipe her mouth any longer.