Reborn Rich: Prices Dropped, My Savings Didn't novel Chapter 173

Chapter 173: Chapter 171: Conditions

The producers knew they would lose their entire investment if they went ahead with the release, so they pulled it from the schedule at the last minute. They then spent over half a year using AI face-swapping technology to replace the actor. The film was finally released during the following year’s National Day slot, where it became a massive box-office success and took the crown for the year.

As for Silas Walsh, his career never recovered. He soon faded from the public eye after a domestic violence scandal.

And as the head of the company, President Whitt actually knew about Silas Walsh’s history of domestic abuse. He had even stepped in to mediate between the couple, as the wife was also an actress in the industry.

He just never expected Miss Sterling to have such a hunch.

"Miss Sterling, isn’t it a bit of a stretch to be so certain based on just a gut feeling?" President Whitt asked cautiously.

Someone else nodded in agreement. "That’s right. I only felt confident about this project because of the lead actors."

"Exactly. If Silas Walsh is in it, he’s a guaranteed draw for the audience."

"Miss Sterling is so young. Don’t tell me she wants to shoehorn some pretty-boy idol she likes into the lead role? I hope she doesn’t ruin such a great project."

"Comedy is very demanding. Not just anyone can pull it off."

Cecilia Sterling simply smiled at their comments. Once everyone had finished, she said, "Isn’t there another male comedian who’s on the same level as Silas Walsh?"

Mr. Young suddenly spoke up. "Is the young lady referring to Zachary Sanders?"

Cecilia Sterling nodded. ’In my past life, the face they used for the AI swap was Zachary Sanders’.’

Someone else chimed in. "Zachary Sanders would work. He’s a proven box-office star."

"True. If Zachary Sanders replaced Silas Walsh, I’d have no objections."

"Me neither!"

No one had any objections. Only President Whitt did.

Because Zachary Sanders wasn’t one of their company’s actors. As one of the production companies, Hewitt Entertainment, President Whitt definitely wanted one of his own actors in the lead role.

"I know you’re not happy about this, President Whitt, but this condition is non-negotiable. If you don’t agree, I won’t invest a single cent." Cecilia Sterling looked at President Whitt, her expression completely serious.

President Whitt gave a wry smile. "Miss Sterling, do you really dislike Silas Walsh that much?"

Cecilia Sterling smiled but said nothing. ’Why would I show any courtesy to a man who hits women?’

President Whitt was conflicted. Cecilia Sterling was now undoubtedly the project’s main financial backer. He didn’t want to get on her bad side, as he would likely need her investments in the future.

But if he gave in on this, their company, Hewitt Entertainment, would be one-upped by Goldman Golding on this project.

Seeing his hesitation, Cecilia Sterling remained unhurried. "Take your time to think about it, President Whitt. In the meantime, I have a few other conditions."

It was normal for investors to set conditions, so President Whitt gave a slight nod.

Cecilia Sterling raised a finger and pointed to the character summary for the second female lead. The description was just a single sentence, and the role was listed as "casting pending." There were several candidates listed, most of whom were popular actresses from the two companies.

A smile touched her lips as she looked up at Morgana Dyer. "Let’s have Ms. Dyer play the second female lead."

Morgana Dyer’s mind was still reeling. When Cecilia Sterling had said she would invest thirty-two thousand, all Morgana could think about was the arrogant air she had deliberately put on when she first walked in.

She had even mistaken her for some minor actress, just there to keep the bosses company.

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