The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 144

With a gentle tap of her finger, Aurelia played the video she'd filmed earlier, "If you dare to mess with Avery again, I'll post this on the internet immediately. Your career will be over before it's even begun."

Evan was furious yet terrified, "You guys are ruthless. We'll see about this."

He stomped out of the dressing room, desperate to find reinforcements before the video could be leaked.

Arnold put an arm around Avery, "Don't let that jerk get to you. He knows he isn't as good as you, that's why he's trying to provoke you, hoping you'll mess up."

"You're right, Arno!" Aurelia agreed, "You need to show him you're better, make him regret ever crossing you!"

Avery wasn't a fragile person, he'd faced life and death situations and had grown much stronger.

"Don't worry, I'm fine. Beating Evan is my top priority right now."

The recording of the show was about to start.

Aurelia and Arnold took their seats in the audience.

The first episode was a solo performance by the newcomers. Each contestant spun a wheel to choose their performance theme, then gave an impromptu performance for two minutes. The mentors then made their selections.

Those not chosen by a mentor would go to a holding area. If chosen by multiple mentors, they would get to choose their mentor.

Among the rising stars, Mia and Eaton were the most popular. They had been internet celebrities and already had a fan base.

Both Avery and Evan received approval from all four mentors.

Avery chose director Edmond from Serenity Films, while Evan, naturally, opted for director Kemp from Luminous Vision Media.

Evan's acting was, in Aurelia's opinion, awkward!