Entertainment from Divorce

The afternoon sun slanted through the glass windows of the dazzling entertainment office building, casting a soft golden glow on Zhuang Bailin's desk, giving the keyboard and mouse a golden edge.

The computer screen in front of her was lit up.

The pinned chat box is the large group chat for "Tan Yue's Official Fan Support Group".

The constant notification sounds, like a string of cheerful notes, broke the tranquility of the office.

As the head of the fan club, one of Zhuang Bailin's daily tasks is to manage this group with more than 5,000 core fans.

From daily interactions with fans and answering their questions to organizing and coordinating fan club activities and connecting with official promotional information from the company, she handled everything meticulously.

Three years ago, when the fan club was first established and needed a leader, she was elected by the fans because of her strong organizational skills and her thorough understanding of Tan Yue's works.

Not long after, Tan Yue learned about this and that she was going through a period of career uncertainty. He took the initiative to invite her to work at Brilliant Entertainment, where she could take care of the fan club's affairs and have a stable job. She agreed without hesitation.

Over the past three years, she has witnessed the growth of Brilliant Entertainment and Tan Yue's transformation from a naive entrepreneur into a leading figure in the film and television industry.

She is grateful for this job and cherishes the opportunity to get close to her idol and contribute to his career.

"Drip-drip-"

The group chat started flooded with messages again, and Zhuang Bailin pulled herself out of her thoughts, her gaze falling on the screen.

Fans are enthusiastically discussing the box office performance of "Time Tick-Tock," their words brimming with pride.

"The movie 'Time Ticks' has surpassed 20 billion views! Mr. Tan has such a great eye for talent, choosing such an amazing director and script!"

"Yes, yes! Although it didn't win the New Year's Day box office crown, its reputation is number one, and that's what's truly amazing!"

"I've watched it three times already, and I can't help but cry every time I see the old watchmaker's scenes. The family storyline is so touching!"

"I wonder if Mr. Tan has any new movies coming out this year? I really want to see new works written or produced by Mr. Tan!"

After this last message was sent, the group fell silent for a few seconds, followed by a flurry of questions from fans:

"That's right! It's almost March already, and we still haven't heard any news about Mr. Tan's new movie!"

"Is Mr. Tan not planning to release any new works this year? I'm so looking forward to it!"

"I've already watched all of Mr. Tan's works three times, and I desperately need some new material!"

Zhuang Bailin looked at these messages and paused her fingertips on the keyboard.

She works at Brilliant Entertainment, so she is naturally aware of the company's project plans for this year.

Tan Yue has been focusing his energy on the filming of "The Three-Body Problem" and "Time Ticks" lately, and has had no time to prepare for a new movie.

Moreover, since Chen Ziyu is already pregnant, Mr. Tan will be spending more time with his family, and the plans for the new movie will not be on the agenda until at least next year.

She took a deep breath and typed a reply: "Please be patient, everyone. I can tell you clearly that Mr. Tan Yue has no plans to shoot or release a new movie this year."

After the message was sent, the group chat immediately erupted in chaos, with a wave of disappointment washing over the screen.

"Huh? No new movies? How sad..."

"Waaaaah, my annual expectations have been dashed. I thought I would be able to see Tan Yue's work in theaters this year."

"Why? Is Teacher Tan Yue too busy?"

"Although I know that Teacher Tan Yue is probably busy with other things, I'm still so disappointed..."

Seeing the fans' wailing, Zhuang Bailin felt a pang of pity.

She knew that these fans genuinely liked Tan Yue's work, and it was only natural that they were looking forward to his new movie.

She quickly organized her thoughts and sent another message to comfort everyone: "Don't be sad, everyone! Although there's no new movie, the hard science fiction drama 'The Three-Body Problem,' which is being polished by President Tan and is a key project of the company, is currently in the midst of filming!"

"The Three-Body Problem?" a fan immediately asked.

“Yes!!” Zhuang Bailin replied, “President Tan attaches great importance to this project. He personally oversees everything from the script to the preparation of the production team.”

"The crew is currently filming, and the cast is full of talented actors, including Ma Guoliang and Zhang Lan. Directed by Lu Chuan, I believe it will bring everyone a pleasant surprise!"

She also included a link to a previously released behind-the-scenes video of the filming of "The Three-Body Problem": "This is a previously released behind-the-scenes video. You can take a look. It includes clips of set construction and actor auditions. You can feel the dedication of the crew!"

The atmosphere in the group instantly reversed, and disappointment was replaced by anticipation:

"Wow! The Three-Body Problem! And it's being overseen by President Tan, I can't wait!"

"Teacher Ma Guoliang! I love his acting skills so much, he'll definitely be perfect for the role of Yang Weining!"

"I just watched the behind-the-scenes footage, and I feel like it's going to be a high-quality drama!"

"Although there are no new movies, 'The Three-Body Problem' is enough! Looking forward to its early release!"

"Thank you for letting us know, Sister Lin! We will patiently wait for 'The Three-Body Problem'!"

Seeing the group chat become lively again, Zhuang Bailin smiled slightly.

She replied, "Don't worry, everyone. I'll let you know in the group as soon as there's any new information about 'The Three-Body Problem'," and then minimized the chat window to prepare for her work.

But as soon as she picked up the documents on the table, she couldn't help but sigh, lean back in her chair, her brows furrowed slightly, and her relaxed expression was replaced by worry.

The composure she displayed while comforting her fans has vanished, replaced by an indescribable agitation and turmoil.

Her worries were related to her cousin, Qi Xue.

The woman who was once Tan Yue's wife.

Zhuang Bailin and Qi Xue are cousins ​​who grew up together. Their relationship is not particularly close, but they have always kept in touch.

She had heard a little about Tan Yue and Qi Xue's marriage and divorce back then, but her family rarely mentioned it, so she didn't ask too many questions.

Later, she became a fan of Tan Yue and came to work at Brilliant Entertainment. This matter became a secret in her heart, and she never mentioned it to anyone, including her family.

She has been with Brilliant Entertainment for three years. Her family only knows that she works for a company in Beijing, but she has always been vague about which company.

Firstly, she didn't want her family to focus too much on her work because of the name "Tan Yue".

Secondly, she didn't know how to explain that she was working at her cousin's ex-husband's company, and she felt a little embarrassed.

But this carefully maintained peace was shattered not long ago. When Zhuang Bailin went back to her hometown to visit relatives, Qi Xue also happened to be there, and the two arranged to have dinner at a high-end restaurant with excellent privacy.

Qi Xue was dressed in simple casual clothes, wearing a mask and hat, and only had one assistant with her, deliberately avoiding public view.

During the meal, the two chatted about Zhuang Bailin's work. Qi Xue suddenly spoke casually, but her tone was full of unquestionable certainty: "Bailin, you work at a film and television company in Beijing. It should be Brilliant Entertainment, right?"

Zhuang Bailin's heart skipped a beat, her heart leaped into her throat, and even the chopsticks in her hand paused for a moment.

She forced herself to remain calm and laughed it off: "Cousin, why do you ask that? Brilliant Entertainment is such a big company, how could I possibly get in? I just work at a small company, just trying to make a living."

Qi Xue looked up at her, her eyes filled with an emotion that Qi Xue couldn't decipher. A faint smile appeared on her lips. She didn't press further but simply changed the subject.

"Yeah, I was just asking casually. Speaking of which, Tan Yue is getting more and more impressive these days. Brilliant Entertainment has produced a lot of good works, with both critical acclaim and box office success."

When she mentioned Tan Yue's name, her tone was as indifferent as if she were talking about an unimportant industry colleague, without the slightest ripple, and she made no mention of their past marital relationship.

Zhuang Bailin was terrified when she heard this.

Zhuang Bailin ate absentmindedly that day, pondering the meaning of Qi Xue's words the whole time.

She knew Qi Xue's personality all too well. She seemed gentle, but in reality, she was meticulous. As a star who had been working in the entertainment industry for many years, her network and information channels were far wider than she had imagined.

Since she already knew that I worked at Brilliant Entertainment, why didn't she just tell me? Was it just curiosity, or did she have other intentions?
These thoughts surged through her mind like a tide, making her restless and unable to eat or sleep.

She knew very well that President Tan and Qi Xue had been divorced for many years and had no connection with each other for a long time, and had never had any public interaction in recent years.

Moreover, Mr. Tan and Chen Ziyu have a very good relationship now, and Chen Ziyu is pregnant, so it's a time when they need stability.

She didn't want this long-dormant relationship to be brought up again because of her, and she didn't want to cause unnecessary trouble for President Tan and Chen Ziyu.

What troubled her even more was that Qi Xue was a public figure, and her every move was under scrutiny.

If Qi Xue were to mention this matter in public one day, even just casually saying "my cousin works at Tan Yue's company," it could be over-interpreted by the media, causing unnecessary public opinion storms. This would not only affect her own work but also have a negative impact on Brilliant Entertainment.

After all, the entertainment industry is never short of unfounded speculation. Once someone is labeled as "a former relative working at the current company," who knows how many outrageous rumors will spread.

She couldn't even imagine how she would face Qi Xue if she took the initiative to contact President Tan or came to the company.

Should we continue to pretend we don't know, or should we admit it frankly?
Continuing to hide it will only make things more embarrassing if it gets exposed.

He frankly admitted it, yet feared that Qi Xue's appearance would disrupt President Tan's life and work rhythm.

"Sigh..." Zhuang Bailin sighed heavily again, scratching her hair in frustration.

She knew that overthinking wouldn't solve anything, but she just couldn't control her thoughts. Whenever she had a moment of free time, these worries would automatically surface.

She stood up, walked to the window, and pushed it open a crack, letting in a cool spring breeze.

She looked down at the endless stream of people and vehicles, trying to calm herself down.

The sunlight shone on her face, warm and comforting, but it couldn't dispel the gloom in her heart.

She recalled the care and trust that President Tan had always shown her.

A warm feeling gradually welled up inside me, overcoming some of my irritability.

She told herself secretly: I can't let this affect my work, and I can't cause trouble for President Tan and Chen Ziyu.

Regardless of whether Qi Xue actually knew or what she thought, as long as he acted uprightly, did his job well, and didn't bring up this relationship, there wouldn't be any problems.

As for my family, I'll explain it to them slowly when there's a suitable opportunity later.

She took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, and the restlessness and turmoil in her heart gradually dissipated.

She closed the window, turned around and went back to her desk, sat down again, temporarily putting those worries behind her, picked up the "Three-Body Problem" promotional material checklist on the desk, and began to read it carefully.

Her task was to compile a list of the latest promotional materials for "The Three-Body Problem".

As filming progresses, the company plans to release a new batch of behind-the-scenes footage and actor interviews in the near future to further amplify the publicity surrounding "The Three-Body Problem" and attract more attention.

Zhuang Bailin needs to carefully check the name, quantity, shooting time, editing requirements and publishing platform of each piece of material to ensure that there are no omissions or errors. She also needs to coordinate the progress of the design and editing departments to ensure that the materials can be released on time.

Her fingers flew across the keyboard, her eyes fixed intently on the table on the screen, checking every detail with utmost care.

Work always allows her to temporarily forget her messy thoughts, immerse herself in her own rhythm, and gain a sense of security and stability.

The office fell completely silent, with only the sound of Zhuang Bailin typing on the keyboard remaining.

She meticulously checked every piece of information until she was certain that everything was accurate, then breathed a long sigh of relief, saved the file, shut down the computer, and tidied up the things on her desk.

Stepping out of the office building, the evening breeze brushed against her face, carrying a slight chill, yet making her mind even clearer.

She looked up at the sky; the afterglow of the setting sun had dyed half the sky red, and the clouds were edged with gold, making the scenery exceptionally beautiful.

The streetlights on both sides of the street have been turned on, and the warm yellow light illuminates the footsteps of pedestrians. People come and go, carrying the fatigue of the day, heading towards home.

Zhuang Bailin took a deep breath. Although the worries in her heart were still there, they were not as troubling as before.

She told herself that no matter what happens in the future, as long as she does what she should do and stays true to her original aspirations, that's enough.

Overthinking is useless and will only increase your worries.

She walked to the bus stop, took out her phone to check the real-time bus information, and saw that the bus would arrive in five minutes.

While waiting for the bus, she opened her fan group and saw that everyone was still enthusiastically discussing "The Three-Body Problem," creating a particularly lively atmosphere.

Seeing these enthusiastic messages filled Zhuang Bailin with motivation.

She felt very fortunate to be able to participate in such a project, to contribute to Mr. Tan's career, and to accompany these lovely fans in looking forward to excellent works.

The bus slowly pulled up, she put away her phone, boarded, and found a window seat.

As she watched the street scenes rushing past the window, her mood gradually calmed down.

As for Qi Xue's matter, let nature take its course.

She believed that as long as she was honest and worked diligently, there would be no problem.

The most important thing now is to do every task at hand well, to live up to Mr. Tan's trust, and to live up to my own love for this job. (End of Chapter)