Try Me
A/N: This is what happens when I spend way too much time commuting with way too little to do during that commute and my mind wanders. I hope you enjoy.
Disclaimer: I don't own Skip Beat
Prologue
"Mogami-kun, it seems your role as Natsu has opened new doors for you."
Kyoko sat still, watching the president nervously.
"It seems that all of these roles are very mature, so I would like you to be prepared for that, even if you won't be able to even begin working on a role like that until you turn 18. So far I've turned down the roles they offered because of your age, but considering your birthday is coming soon that excuse will no longer stand. While you may be scared, these roles will help to advance your career in new directions and offer you opportunities to win critical acclaim as an actress, so I would like you to consider them. A few are even against the bully type you've been cast as in the past."
Kyoko nodded, suddenly compelled to stare nervously at her feet.
"Are you sure she's a good choice, Director Konoe? I haven't heard of her at all, and she's not even eighteen yet."
"I assure you, she is a true professional."
"Yes, well, I already had another actress, one who I know can play this role, in mind for the part. Why should I consider your suggestion?"
"Because she is the perfect person for the part."
"But can she pull off a role like this?"
"I would be surprised if she couldn't. I'm sure with her talent she could be the top actress in Japan soon."
"You've never directed her, though, even off screen."
"No, I haven't. Perhaps you need to see the role she was playing for me?"
"Perhaps."
"Let me call Lory-san to see if he can arrange anything. Are you free the night of the premiere of Tragic Marker?"
A/N: The end! (Of the prologue)