Chapter 41
When Mira Mercer placed the lyrics and music for “Echoes of Her” and “Silent Comet” in front of her teacher, Lania Brooks studied them several times over.
“Are you sure you wrote these two songs p>
Mira shamelessly replied, “Yes p>
Then she feigned modesty. “So? Are they any good p>
This was the advantage of being reborn. Later, when she had time, she would compile a list of famous songs from the next few years to sell for a nice profit.
“Good? They’re more than good. They’re fantastic. You could be a professional songwriter p>
With that, Lania Brooks picked up her guitar and began to sing.
“For those who wander, those on the open road,
Are you moving on? Just go, let it be p>
For the fragile, for the proud,
I was once just like you.
For the restless, for the wild at heart p>
While writing the songs, Mira had tweaked some of the original lyrics and melodies based on her own feelings, making them even more captivating. “Echoes of Her” was a profound depiction of realism, telling a down-to-earth story about the workplace.
Lania’s deep, weathered voice brought out the helplessness and despair she had once felt, reminding her of the times she was ostracized and blacklisted by the industry.
Mira, in turn, was reminded of her own tragic experiences from her past life p>
Soon, both were lost in the profound lyrics and moving melodies.
I have crossed mountains and the sea
And passed through crowds of endless faces
Everything I ever thought I had
Vanished in a puff of smoke
I have been lost and disappointed p>
The original was a classic folk song, celebrated for its deep meaning and the emotional impact it had on listeners.
“Silent Comet,” on the other hand, was a tribute to youthful dreams and an affirmation of the spirit of those who chase them.
It was a truly inspirational song.
“You need a manager,” Lania said. “Otherwise, who’s going to handle your career after these two songs blow up p>
She had a point. Mira still had school to attend, and she planned to continue releasing albums and songs.
Marketing copyright management, finances, contract negotiations-all of it required someone to manage. Besides once school started her studies had to be her priority
It was time to hire someone.
Lania introduced Mira to her former manager, Kieran Holt.
Mira knew of him. He was not only capable but also well-rounded.
What Mira valued most, however, was his character.
Back when Lania was at her lowest, people had advised Kieran to abandon her and find a better opportunity. Plenty of others were trying to poach him at the time.
But he chose to stand by his artist, sharing her burdens.
Even after Lania was framed and her career seemed like a lost cause, he never gave up on her.
Because of that, Kieran’s own career was ruined, and he shared the public’s scorn.
His reputation was so damaged by
his association with Lania that he
was blacklisted alongside her, forced to abandon his beloved.
profession for a job completely outside his field.
Of course, all of this had happened five years ago.
Mira had been young at the time and only remembered that they were filming a television series. Lania, with her unique presence and outstanding acting, had been
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lead.
Later, she heard that Lania had inexplicably missed a day of filming.
Then the rumors started, claiming she was having a secret rendezvous with a man in a hotel.
Lania was a huge star back then, the focus of everyone’s attention. The slightest whisper of scandal became common knowledge.
The rumors were detailed and convincing, and someone even sold a photo to a tabloid showing a man carrying her.
Not only did she delay the production, but the scandal was a PR nightmare. It was later rumored she had gotten pregnant and couldn’t continue acting.
After that, her entertainment company, furious, not only sued her for a massive breach of contract penalty but also blacklisted her completely.
But Mira, from her previous life, knew it was all a setup-a smear campaign.