piratefiction Chapter 106
Chapter 106
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Why, would you like to learn a thing or two as well?
Never mind.
Hey, I once played a lead role in a movie about a terminally ill patient. Unfortunately, it got discontinued. What a real shame. Even thinking about it now, its quite regrettable. The movie had crossed ten million viewers within a week of its release. Why do you think that happened?
Why?
The audience was so engrossed in my acting that they cried themselves into fainting. Nearly ten to twenty people a day were being carried out half-exhausted. Thats why it got discontinued within a week.
Wow.
What can you do when youre a genius? I couldnt deliberately act poorly. I lay down on the bed, feeling a bit proud of myself. Ah, today was good.
By the way, I havent seen Lillia since the beginning of the ball. I wonder what happened to her.
Just as I was wondering, there was a loud noise from a room across the corridor.
Aaaah!
That was Lillias voice, screaming in a way that couldnt be ignored.
Heh. I closed my eyes, satisfied.
Looks like I can sleep happily tonight.
***
Romeo and Julieta story of two young protagonists from rival families who, consumed by an impossible love, ultimately meet a tragic fate. The theater troupe Roland had been preparing this new production for the coming autumn.
Oh, Romeo, Romeo!
In the underground rehearsal room of the Roland Theater Company, Sarah Hugo, the actress playing the role of Juliet Capulet, was diligently rehearsing even today, two weeks before the premiere.
Why must your name be Romeo of all things?
All the colleagues who were watching Sarahs heartfelt lines held their breath.
Rid yourself of that name. Whats in a name? Even if we were to call a rose by another name, would its fragrance not remain the same?
The balcony soliloquy scene of Juliet Capulet, a woman who had fallen in love with a man she should not have was a famous scene that required the most effort.
Romeo, cast aside your name and take me instead!
After delivering her lines, Sarahs gaze turned toward the Romeo below the balcony.
Oh.
As the face of Romeo, with a short blond wig, came into view, Sarah fell silent. There she saw moist, golden eyes and an excessively beautiful face with an expression mixed with desire and poignant sorrow directed toward Juliet.
Juliet, I willingly forsake the name Romeo for you. He, who had been squirming in agony with his eyes tightly shut, finally gazed earnestly at Sarah standing on the balcony and pleaded, Please, call me your lover.
Sarah just stared down at Romeo, dazed.
Thump, thump, thump.
It was all just acting, but Romeos heartfelt confession felt so real, Sarahs heart raced.
There was a moment of silence.
Romeo, who had broken into a bright smile, tilted his head and gestured, Sarah?
Ah!
She had to deliver her next line, but
Flustered, Sarah bowed slightly. Im sorry, Princess.
Its alright, its alright. Lets take a short break.
Sarah quickly descended from the second-floor stage and once again bowed her head. Im truly sorry. You made time to rehearse with me, and Im falling short.
Oh, come on. If Sarah falls short, what will the other actors do to survive?
Romeo, or rather Rubette, flashed a bright smile, and Sarah hesitated once more.
By the way, I even used a wig to enhance your emotional immersion, but it seems like its not quite working when were doing lines together. Dont you think?
Well, its not exactly
At that moment, a confident young man with brown hair interjected, Sarah, is the issue that you immerse yourself too well? He was Heron, Sarahs colleague, who played the role of Romeo Montague. As Sarah admitted her embarrassment, Heron looked at Rubette as he continued, When the princess performed Juliet to help me practice, I stumbled over my lines like ten times in a row.
Isnt it because you couldnt memorize the lines?
Hey, do you think Im such a disappointment? Ive been in this business for eight years now. I memorize my lines the day I get a script, and Ive never stuttered once when matching lines with Sarah.
Hanna Gretel, dressed in a neat uniform, was particularly motivated today.
The reason being
The boss herself is visiting the store! If I make a good impression here, maybe Ill climb the ranks. Who knows, I might even aim for a managerial position.
It was because the CEO, Madame Ruby, had personally visited the Hebe branch.
She really is impressive.
Madame Ruby, who always wore a mask, lived up to her reputation. However, her dignity and grandeur could still be sensed even without seeing her face.
Madame Ruby entered the store gracefully, her high heels making a distinct clicking sound.
Recalling her presence, Hanna was thrilled.
Shes unmistakably an aristocratic lady playing with money.
Hanna greedily ran her lips, thinking about it.
Clang
With the chime of the bell, a fellow staff members voice greeted the customer, Welcome to
Welcome to- As Hanna was about to bow in greeting, she hesitated upon seeing the customer.
Oh my, they said this place is famous in the capital, and it looks like it really is. Ive been waiting for two hours. Since its number 28, its my turn, right?
Wearing shabby clothes and carrying a large, worn-out handbag patched together here and there, the elderly woman with sparse white hair didnt seem to fit into this high-end establishment that catered to aristocrats. She timidly held up her waiting number, a far cry from the usual clientele.
Is she crazy? Whats this old beggar doing here?
Hanna was bewildered. While the store had implemented a waiting list system to replace the previous long queues, it didnt mean anyone could just pick up a number.
Hanna nudged her new colleague in annoyance and whispered in an irritated tone, Did you give a waiting number to that beggar?
Why? Dont we distribute waiting numbers to everyone?
Her casual response sent shivers down Hannas spine. Why do you have to say that? Dont you realize that by entertaining such trash, youre damaging the shops image?
Im sorry
Hmph.
With a sigh, Hanna, exasperated, approached the elderly woman, I apologize, maam. It seems our employee made a mistake.
Pardon?
We at
In response to Hannas composed words, the elderly woman, who had momentarily opened her mouth and blinked, eventually looked down at her appearance. Oh, if Ive caused any misunderstanding, I apologize. But dont worry. I do have money.
Maam, please leave.
Its true. I do have money.
The bewildered woman rummaged through her bag. Inside, it was filled with old odds and ends. In her frantic search for her wallet, she accidentally spilled the bags contents all over the floor. Old trinkets, small toys that boys might play with, a faded yellow apron
Oh my. Im sorry.
With an apologetic smile, the woman bent down and began picking up the scattered items.
Seeing her pitiful state, Hannas anger boiled over. Get out right now!
?
Startled, the woman held her chest, looking up at Hanna.
Were a high-end boutique where our image is of utmost importance. Coming here like this is disruptive to our business. If you dont leave immediately, Ill report it to the guards.
Oh, well
The elderly woman hesitated and, it seemed, was overcome with sorrow and embarrassment as tears welled up in her eyes. I-Im sorry. I didnt know
If youre sorry, then leave.
Tick, tock, tick, tock.
At that moment, a muffled clicking sound from the second floor could be heard. It appeared that Madame Ruby and the manager were coming downstairs. Hanna wore an expression of impending doom while showing her back.
Alright. Hire employees according to the criteria I gave you
The footsteps of the owner, Rubette, momentarily stopped as she came down to the first floor.
The store was strangely chaotic.
An elderly woman, with scattered belongings on the floor from her pitiable state was picking up the scattered items, and a brown-haired employee was standing before her.
And beyond that, four other employees who were watching the scene, exchanging glances with each other
Noticing the peculiar atmosphere swiftly, Rubette asked, Whats going on here?