Cheryl Stuart took a sip of her cocktail. "What I want is also very simple: Miss Sterling's approval. To me, that is the most valuable exchange."
Cheryl Stuart made no attempt to hide her ambition from Jessie Sterling. She knew it would be pointless to try, and would only make Jessie think she had ulterior motives. It was better to be forthright. This way, she might even have a better chance at a mutually beneficial partnership with Jessie Sterling.
Jessie Sterling raised an eyebrow, surprised by Cheryl Stuart's words.
Cheryl Stuart went on to explain, "My old agency is promoting a new talent. The rumor is that Nina Walsh has a powerful backer. I know I can't compete, so I'll inevitably have to step aside. The company's pie is only so big, and one more person means they'll be cutting into my share. I'm not okay with that, so I'm preparing to strike out on my own."
"But don't you already have Boss Hudson's backing?" Jessie Sterling asked.
