Side Chick Era Over (Sharon and Carter) novel Chapter 437

Chapter 437

“Are you saying you want Kelly to rise to fame through controversy?” Nate refused to back down. “If popularity is no longer a concern, then any composer will do. It doesn’t have to be Sharon.”

Carter ignored him and turned to Kelly instead.

“Kelly, if Sharon could rise to fame under the name Star, then she’s just as capable of making a name for herself now. You know better than I do how good her compositions are. Of course, if you insist on replacing her, I won’t stop you.”

Kelly had begun reviewing the sheet music with a critical, even biased eye. And yet-though she didn’t want to admit it—she had to concede that Sharon’s music was original, vibrant, and refreshingly different from the formulaic works of most

established composers.

It was no wonder Star had gained so much recognition.

From a professional musician’s perspective, every one of these songs had the potential to go viral.

Her thoughts settled quickly, and she made her decision. “You’re right, Carter. Sharon’s original work is exceptional. Let’s go

with her.”

As she spoke, she shot Nate a look, silently urging him not to push back.

Seeing that she’d accepted it, Nate reluctantly fell silent.

With both parties on the same page, they soon moved on to discussing the details.

Sharon said calmly, “I’ve recorded our entire conversation today. If any of my original compositions are leaked, I will pursue legal action.”

Nate sneered, his tone laced with sarcasm. “Who knows if you’re just a fraud, stealing someone else’s work?”

He still couldn’t accept that Sharon was Star.

Back when she competed against foreign talents, he had supported Star, even bragged about her.

Who would’ve thought she was actually the person he despised the most?

Sharon’s voice turned cold. “If I had plagiarized, it would’ve come to light the moment I gained fame, not now. But if Carter has concerns about this, I’m happy to void the agreement altogether.”

She paused and added evenly, “Every original piece I’ve written is stored on my computer with a full creation timeline. I have nothing to fear from baseless accusations.”

Her eyes fell meaningfully on Nate. “If any of these unreleased works get leaked after today, the suspects will be obvious.”

Nate’s sharp mind came to a crashing halt. He had considered using this angle against her, only to have Sharon preemptively shut it down.

Carter said, “Simon, draft the contract.”

Simon nodded and left the room.

Carter’s gaze shifted to Peggy, who stood silently nearby. As their eyes met, unease flickered across her face.

His tone was indifferent. “Peggy, as the CEO’s secretary, you shouldn’t be making such amateur mistakes. Do you realize how much of my time you’ve wasted?”

Peggy bowed her head, murmuring, “I’m sorry.”

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Chapter 437

Carter’s voice deepened. “Starting today, you’re reassigned to a branch office for a year of reassessment.”

Peggy’s head snapped up, her face filled with disbelief. “Mr. Biggs, 1-”

He cut her off. “Of course, you’re free to submit your resignation instead.”

Pale and shaken, Peggy fell silent.

Kelly opened her mouth, wanting to plead on her behalf. But the moment she met Sharon’s faintly smiling eyes, a chill ran down her spine, and she swallowed her words.

Simon left to prepare the contract, and Peggy left like a dazed ghost.

Just then, Sharon stepped up to Carter. “Oh, and one more thing.”

Carter was just about to ask what it was when a flash of silver caught the corner of his eye.

Before he could react, a gleaming blade plunged deep into his abdomen.