Shivam also felt that his efforts were not in vain as the woman liked it.
“But you and Mr. Rudra shouldn’t kick up a fuss again next time. You guys spent too much money. And to be frank, it’s not like I’ll be joining DiXi Media Company. I feel uncomfortable owing Mr. Rudra.”
Shivam replied seriously, “Okay, I won’t fool around with him again.”
He would find another way to spoil her next time.
Isha raised her bright eyes and smiled. “I knew you’d be the most reasonable.”
...
The next day, news of yesterday’s banquet broke out.
“Wow, TANGO really thinks highly of Isha Sharma. How generous.”
“After this, Isha’s status in the modeling industry will quickly rise.”
“It’s so funny. Queen Entertainment Company is such a big company but they couldn’t even compete against Isha alone. If it were me, I’d be so ashamed.”
“Actually, I feel sorry for Himanshi. It feels terrible to be humiliated in public.”
“What’s so pitiful about Himanshi Sharma? Have you forgotten that she pretended to be pregnant and acted out her miscarriage to frame Isha?”
“Anyone who doesn’t pity Himanshi, like my comment!!”
“I didn’t expect that Isha could play the piano so well. She’s really like a treasure! I love her!”
.....
It was Isha’s first time in TANGO Entertainment. UG went up to her and said, “Isha, many clothing brands have invited you to be their brand’s ambassador. But since you don’t want to take on long-term work, I’ve rejected all of them for you. But there’s a red carpet event tonight that requires your participation.”
“Okay, I’ll get ready for it.”
“It’s very simple. Your appearance will be in the middle of the event. Besides a simple interview with the host, you’ll also get some photos taken by the reporters present.”
“Okay.”
In the evening, Isha and Lovely went to TANGO’s dressing room together.
Lovely said, “Most of the artists who’re appearing on the red carpet tonight are famous. The finale will be Gauri, an international actress whom Varun can’t even be compared to. Hence, there’ll be a lot of reporters tonight. It’ll help boost your popularity a lot.”
“Then what should I wear?”
“UG has arranged for TANGO to send you a gown from YS. It’ll be here soon.”
Isha knew that YS was a big French brand. It was considered a luxury brand. Generally, their gowns were worth more than 2,000,000 rupess each.
Therefore, very few artists would buy the clothes themselves. They would rely on sponsors or the company’s arrangement. After all, it was too expensive and could not be worn again.
......
Lakshmi, one of the staff members from YS, came looking for Isha with the evening gown from YS in her hands.
Two women blocked her way.
“An evening gown from YS? Who is it for?” It was Pinki, a famous agent in TANGO. She was very rude to the ordinary staff member from YS.
She was standing beside Jili, one of the most famous supermodels.
Pinki reached out her hand and flipped the evening gown that Lakshmi was holding. It was the latest dress from this year. It was top-notch and very expensive. Even in YS, it was considered one of their most expensive gowns.
“Sister Pinki, this is for Isha Sharma. She’s going to walk on the red carpet tonight,” the staff member from YS, Lakshmi, said patiently.
Pinki and UG were rivals. Since TANGO had signed Isha, it would directly threaten Jili’s resources and status.
Hearing this, Pinki was very unhappy.
With Jili’s status, it was more appropriate for her to wear such clothes. Why was it being given to Isha Sharma?
Jili also could not help but say in a low voice, “Sister Pinki, isn’t the company bullying us by doing this? Isha and I are walking the same red carpet tonight. Why is the treatment we’re receiving so different? If this is the case, I’ll be laughed at by others.”
The company had prepared an evening gown from YS for Isha, but they prepared a gown from another brand for Jili that was far inferior to YS.
Isha had just joined the company but she was already treated so well?
Pinki and Jili had the same thoughts. Those who had just signed a contract were newcomers. This gown Isha was getting far exceeded her value in the company.
TANGO had already done so much for Isha last night. Was it going to be the same again today?
Besides, Isha only signed a temporary contract.
It was so unfair!
“How many evening gowns did YS send?” Pinki asked.
“Just this one,” Lakshmi answered patiently.
After saying that, she took the gown and was about to leave.
“Wait a minute.” Pinki stopped Lakshmi.
Lakshmi had no choice but to hold the heavy evening gown in her hands and wait at the side. However, she felt a little uncomfortable with the situation. She was only here to deliver the clothes, but Pinki was bullying her.
Pinki had her own connections in the YS branch in S Country.
If Jiya Tiwari and UG could get Isha such a gown, she could also get one through her own connections.
When the manager of the YS branch in S Country received the phone call, he was put in a tight spot. “Sister Pinki, there’s only one of this dress in the whole S Country. UG has already decided to give this dress to Isha Sharma. Even if you beat me to death, I can’t take out a second dress for you.”
“Well, how about this? Give this gown to Jiali and get another one for Isha. I don’t want Isha to steal Jili’s limelight,” Pinki said with a smile. “You’re well aware of Jili’s position and reputation in TANGO. Our cooperation is not only limited to this one time either. Don’t you agree with me, Manager Jay?”
After weighing the pros and cons, he finally agreed.
He worked with Pinki more than he did with UG, so they had a good relationship.
The manager would just give Isha a slightly inferior evening gown. This way, she would not offend Pinki or UG. It was the best of both worlds.
Soon, Manager Jay came back with a dress that was slightly inferior to the previous one. He handed it to Lakshmi and said, “Pass the good one to Jili. This one is for Isha Sharma.”
......
Carrying the other gown, Lakshmi went to the dressing room where Isha and Lovely were.
Lakshmi was not supposed to care about the fact that Pinki stole Isha’s evening gown, but she felt sorry for Isha. Isha had lost what should have been hers without even knowing it.
Lakshmi did not know if she should tell Isha about this.
She knocked on the door and walked in.
“The gown is here.” Lovely stepped forward and took the gown.
Lakshmi said, “Miss Sharma, Lovely, you can try it on first. If there are any minor flaws, I can help you fix them immediately.”
Isha smiled and said, “Then I’ll have to ask you to wait a moment for me. How should I address you?”
“Just call me Lakshmi.”
“Lakshmi, have a drink.” Isha handed her a beverage and then went to change with Lovely.
This gown from YS was very good. Lovely looked at it over and over again, loving it so much.
Lakshmi kept clenching her fists as though she was in the middle of making a difficult decision. Her eyebrows were deeply furrowed.
Isha was gentle and polite, but Pinki and Jili obviously did not take her seriously. This made Lakshmi, who already sympathized with Isha in the beginning, more inclined to take Isha’s side.
Seeing that Lakshmi was not looking too good, Isha asked with concern, “Lakshmi, are you okay? Do you want to lie down and rest for a while?”
Isha’s concern finally gave Lakshmi enough courage to say, “Miss Sharma, actually, this dress isn’t yours.”
“Huh, what happened?” Isha was about to change her clothes when she heard this and stopped.
Lakshmi told her what had happened just now. “Actually, I shouldn’t be telling you this, but I can’t help it...”
“I know. I won’t tell anyone that you told me about this. You can go back first.”
“Aren’t you trying on the evening gown first?”
“It’s not mine, so I won’t wear it.” Isha put down the gown in her hand.
Lakshmi did not want to stay here for too long either, so she walked out.
Lovely said angrily, “Pinki and Jili are too much. How can they use such a trick to steal your gown from you? This is your first public appearance in TANGO. You can’t just let them bully you like this!”
“Lovely, being angry won’t solve anything. We don’t even have any evidence. We don’t know if Lakshmi is telling the truth. Let’s go to Pinki first.”
Isha’s words made sense, so Lovely also calmed down.
......
After Lakshmi went out, she went to look for Pinki and Jili. As a staff member of YS, she was obligated to style and fix the clothes so that they would look their best.
Jili was changing her clothes with the help of her assistant.
However, it was unexpected that Jili could not fit into the dress that was supposed to belong to Isha.
“Go and help her,” Pinki said to Lakshmi.
Lakshmi went in to help Jili, but the gown was too small. When worn from the top, it was stuck on Jili’s shoulders and they could not pull it down.
When worn from the legs, it got stuck at her hips and they could not lift it up.
Jili, her assistant, and Lakshmi were all sweating profusely but they could not help her put on the gown at all.
This was the latest gown from YS, and it was the most fitting to showcase her identity. Jili could not help but slap Lakshmi on the back. “What’s wrong with you? What kind of clothes did you bring? What size is this?”
“It’s a size small,” Lakshmi said seriously, but she was secretly laughing in her heart. It was meant for Isha Sharma, so of course, Jili could not fit into it.
“Alter it right away until I can fit into it.” Jili would not give up.
Lakshmi shook her head and said, “I’m sorry, Miss Jili. I only know how to fix small problems. If the gown is too big, I can think of something. But if the gown is too small, I can’t do anything about it.”
“Are you saying that I’m fat?” Jili was already very angry because she could not wear the gown. When she heard what Lakshmi said, she was even angrier.
She slapped Lakshmi across the face.
.....
Isha was standing outside Jili’s dressing room, and when she heard that Jili had hit someone, she wanted to rush in.
However, Lovely dragged her away and said, “Isha, you just joined the company. You don’t have to ruin your reputation and future for a small-time staff member of another company.”
“They’ve gone too far!” Isha said through gritted teeth.
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