Echoes of Fame

Chapter 7: Rising Tides

The momentum Babe had been building was starting to feel unstoppable. Each day brought him closer to his dreams, with every interaction adding to his growing presence in the industry. Bunny bounced beside him, twitching its ears happily as it displayed today's goals.

Bunny: "Morning, superstar~bun! Ready to keep this Fame Points train rolling?"

Babe grinned, scanning the list.

Daily Task: "Expand Your Fanbase~bun!"

Special Task: "Handle Unexpected Challenges with Grace!"

"Unexpected challenges, huh?" Babe raised an eyebrow. "Sounds like we're in for an interesting day."

Bunny: "We thrive on interesting~hop! Let's show the world that nothing can knock you off track!"

Babe opened his social media, brainstorming a way to connect with his followers. Since his audience was steadily growing, he wanted to keep them engaged with something more than the usual posts.

Deciding on a live video, he clicked "Start" and greeted his fans with a warm smile. "Hey, everyone! I thought I'd drop by for a quick chat. I want to thank you all for the incredible support—it's been amazing watching this community grow."

Fans poured in, sending heart and fire emojis and leaving excited comments. Babe answered questions, shared a bit about his latest auditions, and even joked around, showing the confident, lighthearted side that fans had come to love.

"Thanks for being here, guys," he said, wrapping up the live. "Your support means the world to me. Let's keep reaching for the stars together!"

System Notification: Fan Engagement Complete! +10 Fame Points!

Bunny did a little hop of approval. "Your fans are hooked, Babe! They're seeing the real you~bun!"

Babe smiled, scrolling through a few more comments before closing the app. His supporters were more than just numbers—they were the foundation of his growing influence.

That afternoon, Babe received a message from Sandra Kai, the producer he'd met recently. She was hosting an exclusive industry event and had invited him personally. Excitement bubbled up; this was an ideal chance to network, and an invitation from Sandra herself spoke volumes.

The event was held in a stunning penthouse, filled with top actors, directors, and influential figures. Babe felt a surge of confidence as he stepped in, Bunny appearing beside him with a nod of encouragement.

Bunny: "This is your stage, Babe. Show them who's got star power~bun!"

As he navigated through the crowd, he noticed familiar faces, including Rex, chatting with a few others. Rex gave him a curt nod, his expression unreadable, and Babe returned it calmly, keeping his confidence steady.

Sandra greeted him warmly, introducing him to several key figures. They discussed his work, his upcoming auditions, and his goals in the industry. Each conversation felt like a step closer to proving himself.

System Notification: Network Expansion Complete! +10 Fame Points!

Just as Babe was settling into the flow of the event, he overheard snippets of a conversation from a nearby group.

"So, there's a rumor going around... Apparently, someone's been trying to stir up trouble for one of the new talents."

Babe's ears perked up, and he shifted subtly to catch more of the conversation.