From Flower Vase to Film Emperor in Hollywood

“… … I can’t do it.”

A simple sentence, yet it revealed Eddie's pride and dignity.

This talented and arrogant designer quietly hid his sharpness and edges, appearing gentle and introverted, but in reality, he was strong and resilient.

Anson… sighed softly.

For a moment, Anson genuinely believed he could persuade Eddie, but he didn't expect that after all the twists and turns, he would still fail in the end.

“Eddie, I am very disappointed.” Anson looked at Eddie with a face full of sorrow.

Eddie awkwardly lowered his head and coughed, stiffly avoiding Anson's gaze, “Anson, we have a conflict of interest. You always represent yourself, while I must protect Dior's interests. If we cooperate…”

It's not fair to Anson, and it's not fair to Dior either.

But Anson didn't let Eddie continue, raising his hand to stop his friend, “I know, from the beginning, this was a forced issue.”

“So, am I on Dior's blacklist now?”

Eddie couldn't help but raise his head to look at Anson, a hint of helplessness in his eyes, but the corners of his mouth gently curved upwards, “How is that possible? If I send back the news that you are about to terminate your contract, the marketing department might jump up in a hurry, rush from Paris to Los Angeles overnight, and personally seek a meeting with you.”

Anson exaggeratedly exhaled a breath.

Without even needing to act, he naturally revealed a kind of jest.

Eddie's smile became more obvious, “Although I can't take this job, I can introduce you to someone who is more suitable than me.”

Anson raised his eyebrows slightly, “You should know that I am very picky and strict, right?”

Eddie immediately caught the teasing in Anson's words and chuckled, “It's okay, I'm responsible for the introduction, but you don't necessarily have to hire him. Or rather, you can give him a trial period. If you're not satisfied, you can fire him at any time, don't worry about me.”

Anson sighed softly, “Eddie, you really, really, really don't want to take this job.”

Eddie was stunned, revealing a hint of worry and panic, “Anson, things are not…”

Half a beat later, Eddie saw the mischievous smile on Anson's lips, and then he realized what was going on, looking at Anson with a face full of helplessness, but in the end, he couldn't help it, and a smile still climbed onto the corners of his mouth.

“Honestly, can you wear Dior to attend the Golden Globes and the Oscars?”

Anson, “No problem.”

Too straightforward and too neat, Eddie was stunned instead. He thought Anson would joke or even decline.

After all, Anson is now a hot commodity, not only because of "Spider-Man", but also a darling in the fashion field. Once they learn that Anson and Dior have not renewed their contract, other brands will definitely swarm like wolves, hoping to become Anson's styling sponsor for the year-end award ceremonies.

Whether it's exposure or discussion, everything is guaranteed.

And Anson, if he wanted to, could completely use this matter as a bargaining chip to maximize his own interests.

However, Anson did not.

Anson shrugged slightly, “Sorry, I couldn't continue to renew the contract with you.”

Not saying it doesn't mean he doesn't know.

Judging from the details in his words, Dior should have wanted to renew the contract with Anson, and Eddie was here to act as a persuader; but now, the cooperation has not been successful, and Eddie also knows Anson's follow-up plans, which means that Dior will return to the position of competing with other brands.

One can imagine how much pressure Eddie will face.

At the very least, Anson can extend an olive branch, release a signal, slightly ease Eddie and Dior's situation, and repay Dior for the miracle Anson created.

Eddie was a little touched.

But Anson changed the subject, “It just so happens that I also need to maintain my relationship with Dior, after all, I am still looking forward to Dior continuing to sponsor me in the future.”

A small joke, half true and half false, renewed the relaxed atmosphere.

Simply put, he uses his fashion sense to create an image for the boutiques.

This is a hard job, constantly running around the world. On the surface, it looks glamorous and fashionable, and outsiders express their envy; but like the Hollywood of the fame and fortune field, the scenery that people see exists, but it is only the top of the pyramid. Underneath, there are thousands of ants struggling to climb the stairs. Their lives are no different from ordinary people, even more embarrassing, uglier, and worse than a nine-to-five life.

The glamorous robe is covered with fleas.

In fact, Melvin's dream is to be a designer and have his own product line, and even a fashion brand.

But this is not easy.

More precisely, it is very, very difficult.

A whole week ago, Eddie - Slimane, a friend Melvin has known for more than ten years, introduced him to an opportunity to be Anson's personal stylist.

The first reaction, Melvin refused.

From fashion buyer to personal stylist, it looks like a step backwards; moreover, it completely cuts off the possibility of becoming a designer, after all, fashion buyers can still constantly contact major brands, major designers, and fashion boutiques, but personal stylists cannot.

Melvin spent ten years, and finally established connections and reputation in the field of fashion buying. The cooperation objects have finally risen to double digits, but now he is asked to give up his job and transform into a personal stylist. It sounds like a stupid loss-making business.

Moreover, personal stylist, what kind of job is that? Why does it sound like an assistant, with no rights, no personal time, and no autonomy? So far, there is no such professional job in the fashion field. It sounds like a job for industry novices to become guinea pigs.

So, is he really going to give up his ten years of effort and turn to an unknown new field?

However, Eddie has different ideas.

“You treat Anson as your own work, creating a brand based on your own ideas and creativity. Although it's not clothing, not a real design, it's a concept, an idea, showing your understanding of fashion, like a real work of art.”

“Such an opportunity is rare.”

“Moreover, the object is Anson. You should know Anson's influence, the spotlight focused on him is unimaginable.”

“What's more, I'm only responsible for the introduction. Whether you can get this job depends on you. Anson is not someone who can be easily manipulated.”

“You look down on this job, but in my opinion, this may be the most important opportunity in your career.”

Melvin is not sure.

In the end of the tug-of-war and hesitation, Melvin finally appeared, coming to apply for this job.

However, standing at the door, Melvin is still pulling, his mind is in a mess, up and down.

Stopping, turning around, Melvin still wants to leave.