Chapter 324

"Probably in three months or so, otherwise people on the internet will tear him apart, saying Daniel bailed right after he got famous," Maria paused, then added, "Which, to be fair, isn’t wrong." Daniel’s sudden fame definitely had a lot to do with his talent and grind, but acting like the Bennett Corporation didn’t help at all? That’d be straight-up ungrateful. He got resources most artists dream about—and they both knew why he got them. James? He couldn’t care less that Daniel left. In his eyes, Timothy had the skills to make anyone into a star. Daniel or not, artists are just money-makers for the company. Might as well pick someone easier to manage. After hotpot, the two strolled around town. Compared to North City, Yancheng felt so much quieter. The salty sea breeze was like a breath of fresh air, chasing away all the mental clutter. It was peaceful—in the best way. They walked one behind the other. James could see Maria ahead of him, wearing a soft yellow knit sweater and a cream-