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Chapter 91: The Mentor

There are two kinds of capable actors.

Those who can teach their partners during their performance, and those whose acting skills simply overpowered their partners. The former can instantly immerse their partners in the scene, making the interaction effortless and the work easier.

But it is a true test of an actor’s mettle.

Only the most seasoned and capable veterans achieve this level of performance.

The latter kind of actors, generally possess superior acting skills.

They use their commanding presence to fluster their partners.

For their partners, a strong psyche may result in a long–lasting shadow, hindering any further development in their craft.

The former type of actors are highly esteemed, while the latter, despite being subject to complaints, remain unchallenged.

Archie’s mind was beyond astonishment.

This was the first time he had witnessed someone capable of teaching the partner,

Nowadays, actors are preoccupied with chasing wealth and fame, neglecting the craft of acting.

Those veterans of high moral standing, who choose not to sully themselves with the industry’s debauchery, typically retreat from the scene altogether

Should Sandra truly decide to enter the entertainment fray, Archie dared not predict the full extent of her potential impact.

A single role would be sufficient to catapult her to the heights of stardom.

Suddenly, Archie felt a pang of regret.

The Cooper would never permit their young mistress to be tainted by the entertainment indust notorious influence..

But still….

His eyes settled upon Sandra.

“Sandra, I apologize for my earlier remarks. May I ask for your forgiveness?” He said with utmost sincerity.

“What have you said again?”

Archie, stunned at first, couldn’t help but release a chuckle.

“Sandra, does this mean you harbor no anger towards me?”

Sandra had noted his undisguised contempt and disdain.

However, she remained nonchalant.

Disdain from others was a common occurrence.

But his apology did seem genuinely sincere.

“Let’s not dwell on such trivialities.”

H

With a glance at

> her wristwatch, she continued, “The mentor should be arriving shortly. Can one of you

pick him up?”

Archie, now acutely aware of her capabilities, was intensely curious about the mentor and swiftly volunteered. “Sandra, I’ll go.”

“Hurry along.”

Archie chuckled and dashed off.

Mason, “…”

For the first time, he found his typically serious agent resembling the Samoyed dog he owned.

The next moment, Archie reappeared at the door.

The excitement illuminated his visage, which now matched the flushed dawn sk

His movements were awkward.

His ability to speak momentarily was usurped by a giddy grin, reminiscent of the village’s simpleton.

One might suspect a cerebral mishap if not for his good health.

“Archie, are you alright?” Mason inquired.

Archie struggled to speak.

Finally, he found his voice, “It’s Lawrence Cruz.”

Mason heard him.

Stunned, he said,

“Stop. No way.”

There was no way for him to have the chance to meet Lawrence.

It was said that Rory had secured Lawrence’s assistance through a highly influential acquaintance.

Such probability wouldn’t fall on him.

Archie wasted no time in opening the door.

All eyes followed his lead.

An elderly man with flecks of gray in his hair entered.

Clutching a book, his face bore few lines that would betray his age.

Anyone unaware that he had lived over six decades would likely guess him to be around forty.

His every gesture radiated genteel refinement, as if a sage approached them at a leisurely pace.

The atmosphere seemed to still at his arrival, his presence casting a radiant sheen over the immediate vicinity.

Approaching, Lawrence looked upon them with a mild smile.

Mason, finding his senses, “Lawrence?”

He struggled momentarily before enunciating. “What brings you here?”

“Have I mistakenly ambled into the wrong place?”

Sandra said, “You’re late.”

Chapter 41 The Mentor

Lawrence’s air of elegance faulted for a moment, a subtle hint of dismay crossing his expression.

“My young friend, you promised me a painting in return for my favor.”

Having assisted Rory and yet to receive his reward, he was eager.

Sandra fetched a painting from the next room and threw it to him.

“Will this satisfy you?”

Lawrence’s excitement was palpable. He abandoned his carefully curated persona for the joy of the artwork.

Mason and Archie exchanged a glance.

What could possibly thrill such a revered master to such an extent?

They cautiously approached the painting.

It depicted a harmonious interplay of mountains and rivers, where the reflections in the water formed a scene of their own.

The artist’s attention to detail was commendable.

From the vibrant birds and to the layered mountains, they all coalesced into a sublime picture under the interplay of light and shadow.

Upon inspection of the signature, Mason almost succumbed to overwhelming emotion.

Archie, noting his reaction, fixed his gaze upon the name.