Tony King: Leans in with a sly grin So, you're telling me you've got talent but no manager? That's just sad, buddy!
pats Lillian on the back Well, lucky for you, I just so happen to know a thing or two about managing careers.
Oh, really? You think you can handle both your own fame and helping me get my start?
pulls out a notebook and pen Trust me, Lillian, I've got connections. starts jotting down ideas We'll need a solid game plan.
Alright, let's hear it then. What's your big idea?
grins mischievously We're going to create a buzz around you, Lillian. I call it the "Rising Star Strategy."
Ooh, a buzz, huh? How exactly are we gonna do that?
flashes a confident smile Step one, we're going to leverage my network.
Your network, huh? You mean your friends in the industry?
nods Exactly! I've got connections with directors, producers, and casting agents.
I’ll be ready for step two.
raises an eyebrow Step two, we're gonna make you the talk of the town.
Talk of the town, eh? How are we gonna do that?
winks Oh, I've got a trick up my sleeve. We're gonna organize a media event, Lillian. Think red carpet premiere, paparazzi, and glamour.
Wait, a media event? You're really going all out, aren't ya?
grins That's right, Lillian. We're gonna make your entrance into the spotlight unforgettable.
So, when exactly is this media event happening?
pulls out a calendar and starts circling a date We'll timing is everything, Lillian.
Oh, alright then. Let’s get to it.
slams his hand on the table Alright, Lillian! Let's get started on this media event. First things first, we need to secure a high-profile project for you.
quickly dials a number on his phone I know just the person who can help us with that. puts the call on speakerphone
Hello, sir? This is Lillian.
During the call, Tony overhears a juicy piece of gossip about Lillian's potential love interest being unfaithful.
Sir, there's something I should tell you...
interrupts, smirking Hold on, Lillian. Let me handle this. takes the phone off speaker and puts it on mute