Forbidden Passion
Chapter 237 You're Smart Enough to Know When to Cut Your Losses

Evan, the current sensation, was once her student, as was the esteemed actor Patrick a testament to her influential teaching.

Having secured Professor Clark, Phoebe wouldn't miss the chance to have her company's talents learn from the best. She even sat in on a couple of classes herself and was blown away by the professor's profound knowledge. She thought the hefty fee was worth every penny!

In the executive office, Phoebe poured a cup of coffee for Professor Clark, humbly presenting herself like a student of her own.

"Professor, out of our young talents, who do you think has a natural gift for acting?" Phoebe asked.

The professor took a sip of coffee. Although nearing fifty, she was exceptionally well-preserved and exuded an intellect's charm that outshone celebrities.

Setting down her cup, Professor Clark looked Phoebe in the eye. "There are a few kids here with a quick grasp. They catch on at the slightest hint and can certainly be molded for acting. Noah Myers, in particular, strikes me as naturally bright- an actor through and through."

Noah Myers had been busy with group activities recently but upon hearing that the renowned Professor Clark from Kedora Film Academy was giving lectures, he sneaked in to absorb her wisdom.

In contrast, Vanessa had missed two out of three sessions.

"Noah is young and passionate about acting. I plan to steer him towards an acting career when the right moment comes," Phoebe declared.

Professor Clark nodded approvingly. "Miss Ziegler, you seem quite captivated by acting as well. With your striking appearance and appropriate age, have you never thought about pursuing it as a career?" "I audit your classes to understand the craft, not to kickstart my own career. Besides, I prefer to be behind the scenes, watching my artists shine that's where my satisfaction lies," Phoebe explained. The professor sighed softly, "To each their own."

Phoebe enjoyed talking with Professor Clark exactly because of her clear-sighted perspective-she never pried or pressured.

Their conversation soon turned to Vanessa.

When mentioning her, Professor Clark shook her head, "Miss Ziegler, I'm puzzled as to why your company is willing to invest so much effort and resources to pave her way to stardom. Given her comprehension and dedication, it's likely your efforts might be in vain."

Phoebe paused for a moment before saying, "Professor, I have an uneasy favor to ask."

Rarely seeing Phoebe this serious, the professor set down her cup and sat up straight, "Please, Miss Ziegler, go ahead."

I know this might sound a bit presumptuous, but I have to ask you, once you leave the doors of QUEEN Entertainment, please don't share any opinions about Vanessa with the outside world. I don't want all our hard work to secure her film and TV opportunities to go to waste," Phoebe urged.

Professor Clark frowned slightly, "Miss Ziegler, do you realize you can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear?"

"I'd still like to try. Who knows? She might turn into fine timber eventually."

Professor Clark was speechless.

If she hadn't been the epitome of grace, she would've outright told her that she was dreaming. However, in the end, she nodded in agreement. "Okay!"

Phoebe breathed a sigh of relief. She knew with Professor Clark's influence in the entertainment industry, just one word from her about Vanessa's subpar acting skills could make Director Black reconsider casting her as the female lead. Luckily, she trusted Professor Clark's character. If she promised not to critique Vanessa's acting to others, she would keep her word.

Before Professor Clark stood to leave, she still offered Phoebe a word of advice, "Miss Ziegler, you're smart enough to know when to cut your losses."

Phoebe gave a wry smile. How could she not be aware?

However, she didn't have a say in the matter!