Regret

While Charles' entertainment company had yet to establish a subsidiary domestically, Olivia knew that whatever he promised, he would ensure it was kept.

As if drained of all strength, Olivia crumpled onto the floor, her eyes vacant as she gazed at Maria.

A sense of desperation took hold of her, and she was filled with regret.

Why had she insisted on challenging Mia?

The spectators around her showed no sympathy. In the dog-eat-dog world of entertainment, there were always those ready to build you up or tear you down.

"Olivia really got what she deserved. Of all the people to challenge, she chose Mia. Didn't she know who Mia’s husband is?"

"Exactly, and her piano skills are far inferior to Mia’s. There are plenty of talents waiting for their chance to shine, no one would risk their capital for an amateur pianist like her."

"Absolutely, she brought it upon herself. She set the stakes, who else could she blame for losing?"

Having sufficiently mocked Olivia, the crowd started showering Mar