Chapter 175
Chapter 175:
“Carman, it’s your turn,” Yvonne urged.
Carman’s eyes flew open as he seized Yvonne’s hand, electricity coursing through him. “Yvonne, I’ve found it—the inspiration for my next song! This will be the one, I’m certain. I have to leave now.”
Before she could protest, he vanished like smoke in the wind.
“Carman!” Yvonne’s frustrated call echoed down the empty corridor, but he was already gone, consumed by his creative fervor.
On stage, the host was already announcing Carman’s performance. Yvonne pushed her glasses up with a weary sigh and stepped into the spotlight. Someone had to salvage this situation.
If Carman managed to channel this inspiration into something truly exceptional, salvaging this PR nightmare would be worth every headache. But failure would mean more than embarrassment—it would trigger contract violations and devastating financial penalties.
Yvonne exchanged a silent, meaningful glance with the host.
The host smiled at the audience and said, “Ladies and gentlemen, we offer our sincerest apologies for this unexpected hiccup. It appears Carman is experiencing some technical difficulties. Shall we continue with our spectacular lineup of performers?”
As the event pressed forward, the host’s warm stage persona melted away backstage. His features hardened into granite as he confronted Yvonne. “Perhaps you’d care to explain exactly what’s going on here?”
“I deeply regret to inform you that Carman had to depart due to an emergency situation. He won’t be able to perform, so please help calm the fans down,” Yvonne announced, maintaining her professional composure with a practiced smile.
“Emergency?” The host’s voice dripped with disbelief. “Yvonne, you’re one of the industry’s finest managers, and Carman’s no rookie. Surely he understands the weight of contractual obligations?”
“Trust me, nothing short of an absolute crisis would have pulled him away so abruptly.” Yvonne sighed. “Rest assured, our company will shoulder full responsibility for this breach. We’re prepared to negotiate compensation and extend our sincerest apologies to the organizers. However, we need your expertise in managing the crowd’s expectations.”
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The host’s brow furrowed as he cast a wary glance at the audience. Already, waves of discontent rippled through the crowd. Carman’s name echoed through the venue like a thunderous chant, threatening to drown out the ongoing performances. Anyone in the industry knew the passion of Carman’s fanbase. One wrong move, and this powder keg of emotions could explode, derailing the entire event.
“Well then!” The host exhaled dramatically, wearing the expression of a man about to walk into battle. “This might just be the ultimate test of my hosting abilities. But remember, whatever happens next is beyond reproach.”
“You have my word,” Yvonne murmured, adjusting her glasses with a grateful nod to the host.
Her next hurdle loomed ahead—appeasing the organizers. That was merely a matter of numbers. After all, any obstacle that could be overcome with money was hardly an obstacle at all. The real thorn in her side was Nolan Fletcher, the event’s distinguished guest of honor.
Nolan was originally scheduled to perform a classic song with Carman. Now, with Carman’s sudden departure, the collaboration couldn’t proceed.
The gravity of the situation weighed heavily on Yvonne’s shoulders. To slight someone of Nolan’s caliber—a maestro whose compositions had shaped the very landscape of modern music—could cast a long, dark shadow over Carman’s career.
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