Music forums and fan communities were buzzing with anticipation for Soul's next release, the excitement reaching a festival-level intensity.
Even though the rumors turned out to be false, it was undeniable—Soul's influence had reached an almost legendary status.
Luca, whose music style closely resembled Soul's, had also unexpectedly shot to the top of search rankings. Fans, unable to get enough of Soul, turned their attention to Luca as the next best thing. This only further proved just how massive Soul's impact was.
This kind of phenomenon was unheard of in the music industry. Not even the biggest A-list stars had ever wielded this level of power over the internet.
That was exactly why Starlight Entertainment was determined to sign Soul.
His commercial value was immeasurable.
In fact, Jack's emergence could very well push the country's music scene to an unprecedented level, redefining the industry and setting new standards.
With that in mind, Felix made his pitch.
"Our company is organizing an all-star concert at Eirene Music Academy soon. If you join us, we'll give you the headline spot. You'll be the grand finale, the biggest star of the night. I guarantee it—every major artist there will just be setting the stage for you."
The offer was undeniably tempting, but Jack hesitated. He didn't want his identity revealed too soon.
Music wasn't his only priority—he had other ventures to focus on. If he exposed himself now, it would complicate everything. Not to mention, he was still a student. Getting famous at a young age wasn't always a blessing; more often than not, it was a curse.
But at the same time, Jack understood the reality—Starlight Entertainment knew who he was.
If he outright rejected their offer, they had the power to leak his identity to the public. If that happened, his quiet life would spiral into complete chaos. He was caught in a dilemma.
As a sharp businessman, Felix quickly caught onto Jack's concerns.
Taking a sip of tea, he said in a calm, reassuring tone, "My superstar, we've already thought this through. Your identity will remain completely confidential. You can perform at the concert while staying masked or disguised.
With Drakengard Games ramping up production on larger projects, the revenue from Panzer Saga was starting to feel stretched thin.
If he accepted this concert gig, he could inject much-needed funding into his game studio, significantly boosting it.
Weighing his options, Jack finally began asking for specifics—details about the contract, his obligations, and the rights he'd retain.
Felix, thrilled by Jack's genuine interest, wasted no time.
As he explained, he pulled a document from his bag and slid it across the table.
"If you choose to work with Starlight Entertainment, we'll give you nothing but the best. Take a look—this contract represents our utmost sincerity."
Jack took the contract and began reading it carefully.
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