Zoey gave a sarcastic chuckle, but didn't step down, instead she spoke up, "The termination letter clearly points out the unfair treatment she's received from the company over the years, and the severe bias in resource allocation. The company's actions have seriously damaged her interests for years. In the original contract we signed, Pulse Entertainment promised to allocate resources and promote various activities, none of which were fulfilled. There were other details too. These were all things that Pulse Entertainment specifically promised when Serena was still alive. Therefore, based on the contract, Jeanette is demanding double the amount of the penalty fee from Pulse Entertainment."
Carolina's face turned dark with anger, and Keira's wasn't looking much better.
They both glared at her, thinking, was this really the place to air such dirty laundry?
She had been an agent for so many years, was this how she handled things? But they couldn't refute any of what she said!
The termination letter didn't mention this "plagiarism" incident, it was all old news.
Even if they weren't willing to admit it, the public knew that Jeanette had received very little promotion and announcements over the years. People weren't blind, and Jeanette's agent was here as a witness. There were so many journalists around.
Carolina thought that all she had to do today was announce Pulse Entertainment's termination of Jeanette's contract, thinking she'd have the upper hand. But now, Jeanette's the one who initiated the termination. Who knew how the sharp-eyed journalists would spin this story?
"Jeanette's been a troublemaker for ages! The company should've kicked her out a long time ago, why are they hesitating?"
"Right! Just give her the penalty fee, I bet she'll have to live off that for the rest of her life!"
"Why are you guys still keeping Jeanette around? She's just burning money. Shut her out!"
Carolina squinted at the termination letter for a while, then looked at Keira who nodded, and finally, Carolina signed the termination letter in front of the media.
Back in the office, Chloe watched this scene with a smug smile. She knew exactly why Jeanette was reluctant to leave Pulse Entertainment.
She knew Jeanette was worried about paying the penalty fee and was fighting alone. She was afraid that if she initiated the termination, Pulse Entertainment would bring up the 'penalty fee' issue.
But if this issue could be resolved, not only could she help Jeanette successfully terminate the contract, but also make Pulse Entertainment lose a large sum of money. Plus, she could enjoy the sight of Carolina and Keira's disappointed faces.
Once Carolina finished signing, her angry face regained its confident look.
She said, "Given Jeanette's past actions and her current arrogant and disrespectful decision to unilaterally terminate the contract, I, on behalf of Pulse Entertainment, announce—from now on, Jeanette and Pulse Entertainment officially terminate our contract, and Pulse Entertainment will never sign any contract with Jeanette again! We absolutely won't tolerate any artists involved in dishonest acts like plagiarism or copying! Also—I take this opportunity to launch a campaign—those who plagiarize, steal others' efforts, and enjoy the fruits of others' labor, are the most unforgivable people in society! Such people should be despised by the whole society! Here, I hope everyone can stand together and permanently boycott such individuals with unethical conduct and corrupt thoughts! On this occasion, Pulse Entertainment is willing to set an example and go all out to boycott Jeanette!"
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