Entertainment from Divorce

A few days later, Brilliant Entertainment Company.

After the program department's special meeting ended, the members in the meeting room gradually left, leaving only Tan Yue and Xu Nuo.

Sunlight streamed through the blinds, casting dappled shadows on the table. Chen Ye had already thoughtfully prepared freshly brewed hot tea, the rising steam carrying the aroma of tea, dispelling the serious atmosphere of the meeting.

Xu Nuo pulled up a chair and sat opposite Tan Yue. She picked up a water glass from the table, took a sip, and showed a hint of relaxation after exhaustion on her face.

"We've finally sorted out the preparation details for 'Starry Stage.' After polishing the plan for a few more days, we can move on to the prop setup and rehearsal stage." Xu Nuo stretched, her tone tinged with relief.

He is the director of the program department and also Tan Yue's good friend.

He always gives his all to his work and never does any personal work. He is under a lot of pressure preparing for the new season and has been working non-stop for days, just like Tan Yue.

Tan Yue smiled and nodded, tapping the table lightly with his fingertips: "Thank you for your hard work. The overall plan is fine. If you need cooperation from other departments later, just contact the respective directors directly. I've already given them a heads-up."

The two were not only superior and subordinate, but also brothers who grew up together. They kept their work and personal lives separate, but they never had to be polite to each other in private. After a few casual words, they would naturally steer the conversation to personal topics.

Looking at the tenderness that Xu Nuo couldn't hide in his eyes, Tan Yue changed the subject, his tone teasing: "Speaking of which, how's your marriage going? Last time your mother called me, she was telling me to keep an eye on you. I remember you went on a date with a girl a while ago and were still chatting with her."

When this matter was mentioned, Xu Nuo's face, which was originally slightly tired, flushed slightly, and her tone softened, unlike her usual crisp and decisive manner when discussing work.

"We're still chatting. We text each night and occasionally video chat for a bit."

He is thirty-five years old this year, and his family is pressuring him to get married.

He's been on so many blind dates over the years that he can't even count them on two hands. Either his personality didn't match or his values ​​clashed with his own, and he just couldn't find the right person. Eventually, he even became a bit more Buddhist-like.

Seeing this, Tan Yue already knew what was going on.

He knew Xu Nuo too well. She was reserved and calm, and always cautious about relationships. Even if things went well on blind dates, she would never show this kind of expression. Now, she looked like this, which clearly meant she had fallen for him.

"Then let's have a proper chat, don't just give me the runaround." Tan Yue's tone became more serious. "If you want to take leave to meet someone or have a meal, you don't need to go through any procedures, just tell me. I'll keep an eye on your work for you, and no one will dare to say anything."

He sincerely hoped that Xu Nuo could settle down soon.

The two have grown up together since their youthful days. He has watched Xu Nuo work hard for her career, neglecting many things in her love life. This time, she finally shows signs of being moved, and the chances of success are high.

He would naturally offer his full support, providing conveniences at work and assistance in daily life without hesitation.

Upon hearing this, Xu Nuo quickly waved her hand and said, "No need, no need, there's really no need to ask for leave now."

He explained with a smile, "The program department is at a critical stage right now. The guest coordination and process rehearsals for 'Star Stage' all require people. If I leave, the staff will easily lose their composure."

"Moreover, we are still in the stage of getting to know each other. There is no rush to meet face to face. We will talk it out online first. If we feel that we are really suitable for each other, it will not be too late to meet in person."

This statement is consistent with Xu Nuo's personality; he seeks stability in everything he does, both at work and in relationships.

Tan Yue looked at him, shaking her head with a mix of helplessness and amusement: "I know you value your work, but life's important matters are equally important. Don't let work interfere with your relationship. Plan your time well, balance the two, and if you really need anything, just ask. You can manage without a job, but your life's most important matter can't wait."

Over the years, Xu Nuo's blind dates have repeatedly backfired, and Tan Yue knows better than anyone the regret in his heart, but he just doesn't say it.

Now that he has finally met someone who can move his heart, Tan Yue hopes that he can seize the opportunity, but does not want to put too much pressure on him, so she can only give him a gentle reminder.

Xu Nuo felt a warmth in her heart and nodded heavily: "I understand. Don't worry, I know what I'm doing and I won't neglect anything. Once the program preparations have settled down, I'll find an opportunity to meet with her again."

He could feel Tan Yue's care; this brotherhood had been his strongest support in his career over the years.

The two chatted for a few more minutes, from each other's hobbies to their future plans for getting along. Xu Nuo didn't say much, but every word he uttered was sincere. Tan Yue saw this and felt even more that Xu Nuo was really taking it to heart this time, and he was happy for him.

Just then, a knocking sound broke the atmosphere of their casual conversation.

"Go in," Tan Yue responded loudly.

The door was pushed open, and Wei Yu, the music department director, walked in, holding a tablet computer in his hand, with a cautious yet excited expression on his face.

He was taken aback when he saw Xu Nuo still in the conference room. He quickly said, "President Tan, Director Xu, I'm sorry, I didn't know you were chatting. I'll come back later."

"It's alright, we've just finished talking." Xu Nuo stood up and patted Tan Yue on the shoulder. "I'll head back to my department now. Call me anytime if you need anything."

He nodded to Wei Yu again before turning and walking out of the conference room.

Wei Yu watched Xu Nuo's departing figure, then quickly walked up to Tan Yue, handed him the tablet computer, and spoke with barely concealed joy.

"Mr. Tan, I have some good news to share with you. Su Xiaoyu, who is under our company, has performed exceptionally well in the last two episodes of the music variety show 'Sound of Melody,' and her popularity online remains high."

Tan Yue took the tablet computer, which displayed data related to the topic of "Sound of Melody".

The topic has garnered over ten million views, and the comments section is filled with praise from netizens. Some say her voice is unique, others say her arrangements are imaginative, and many netizens say they've become fans and are asking about her future works.

"Not bad, the popularity has definitely picked up." Tan Yue looked at the data with a relieved expression.

Su Xiaoyu is a promising newcomer that the music department is focusing on developing. She has an excellent voice and is willing to work hard.

When he participated in the program before, he told Wei Yu to pay more attention. Now, his achievements are both unexpected and reasonable.

Wei Yu quickly replied, "Yes, Su Xiaoyu is indeed a promising child; she gives her all in every recording."

"The old song she adapted this time not only received high praise from the judges, but also sparked a cover song craze on major music platforms. Her personal account gained nearly five million followers, and now many brands have come to her, wanting to collaborate with her for endorsements."

At this point, Wei Yu paused slightly, his expression becoming cautious, as if he was carefully choosing his words. "President Tan, I'm thinking of taking advantage of this current buzz to give Su Xiaoyu another push and help her establish herself firmly. However, she currently doesn't have any signature songs; most of her repertoire consists of covers. For her to have a long-term career, she needs a standout original song."

Tan Yue looked up at him, signaling him to continue.

Wei Yu took a deep breath and mustered his courage to say, "So I've come here today to boldly ask you to write a song for Su Xiaoyu."

"Your talent is evident to all. You are not only highly accomplished in the film and television industry, but your poems are also very charming. The few songs you occasionally wrote for artists have all become classics."

"Netizens also know that you rarely write songs for artists, and every song you write is very substantial. If you could tailor-make a song for Su Xiaoyu, it would not only accurately match her vocal characteristics, but also use this rarity to quickly generate buzz, allowing her to firmly establish herself and take her career to the next level."

Upon hearing this, Wei Yu felt a little uneasy.

He knew that Tan Yue was currently juggling multiple roles and had an extremely tight schedule, and he was also well aware that Tan Yue was always sparing with his writing and rarely composed songs for artists.

In the past, the few songs he wrote were either out of genuine emotion or to help promote the company's core artists. This time, it seems a bit abrupt to ask for help on behalf of the newcomer Su Xiaoyu.

However, Su Xiaoyu's current popularity is hard-won, and once this window of opportunity is missed, it will be difficult to find another one. For her development, and for the music department to add another powerful singer, he decided to give it a try.

Upon hearing this, Tan Yue did not immediately express his opinion. Instead, he gently stroked the edge of the tablet computer with his fingers, lost in thought.

He rarely writes songs for artists.

In the past, his writing was either to help the company's core artists break through in their early stages, or to encounter singers with great talent who inspired his creative desire.

All these years, he has only written a few songs, each of which has become a highly popular classic. That's why netizens always hope that he can write more, but little do they know that he has always preferred quality over quantity when it comes to his creative work.

He had heard Su Xiaoyu's singing voice before; it was ethereal, clear, and distinctive. She was a rare and talented newcomer who definitely needed a suitable original song to enhance her voice.

Moreover, as a newcomer cultivated by the company, Su Xiaoyu is currently enjoying great popularity. Taking advantage of this momentum to release original works will not only consolidate her popularity but also enhance the influence of the company's music department, achieving two goals at once.

He is indeed very busy right now, with post-production filming of "The Three-Body Problem," coordination of various departments, and upcoming negotiations with international film and television companies.

He needs to personally oversee everything, so whether he can find the time to polish the lyrics is still unknown.

Seeing Tan Yue's silent demeanor, Wei Yu became increasingly nervous and quickly added, "Mr. Tan, I know you are a man of few words and rarely create for artists, and I also know you are busy with work. If you feel it's inappropriate, I completely understand."

"I just think Su Xiaoyu is a good talent, and this level of popularity is rare, so I don't want to miss out."

Tan Yue looked up at him and slowly said, "Su Xiaoyu has a very good voice and is indeed worth nurturing. We can't miss this opportunity."

He paused, then said with a hint of certainty, "I can write songs."

Wei Yu was surprised that Tan Yue actually agreed. His face lit up with joy, and he nodded hurriedly, "Okay! Thank you, President Tan! Don't worry, I will definitely keep Su Xiaoyu on track and will not let you down."

“Okay.” Tan Yue nodded and handed the tablet back to Wei Yu. “Have Su Xiaoyu record a short a cappella performance first. Compile a list of her preferred musical styles and vocal range and send it to me. I will then use that information to develop the lyrics and overall direction.”

"In addition, this matter should be kept confidential for now and not disclosed to the public. We will gradually move forward with the follow-up work after the first draft of the song is finalized."

"Understood! I'll keep it a secret!" Wei Yu quickly replied, carefully taking the tablet computer as if it were a precious treasure. "I'll contact Su Xiaoyu today and send you the information first thing tomorrow morning. Mr. Tan, thank you so much! You've really helped our music department a lot!"

"It's all for the company's development, no need to be so polite."

Tan Yue smiled and waved his hand, then said seriously, "In addition, Su Xiaoyu is currently very popular, so we should remind her to calm down, focus on her work, and not be influenced by outside voices. We should also strictly screen subsequent variety show recordings and commercial collaborations to avoid excessively depleting her popularity."

Wei Yu said solemnly, "Don't worry, I will definitely remind Su Xiaoyu. I will let her focus on preparing for the subsequent recordings and at the same time concentrate on honing her singing skills. Once the song is released, she will fully cooperate with the promotion."

After saying a few more words of thanks, Wei Yu turned and left the conference room, his steps much lighter than when he arrived.

After Wei Yu left, the conference room returned to silence.

Tan Yue leaned back in his chair, closed his eyes, and began to conceive the direction of the song in his mind.

Su Xiaoyu's voice is ethereal and clear, making her suitable for a healing or traditional Chinese style.

Considering her previous style of adapting old songs, a traditional Chinese style with a healing theme might be a good choice. It would not only highlight her vocal characteristics but also fit current market trends and convey positive values.

Just as I was pondering this, Chen Ye knocked on the door and came in, handing me a document.

"Mr. Tan, this is a preliminary plan from Zheng Tong, the director of the film department, regarding a collaboration with an international film company to produce a transnational film. He would like you to take a look and discuss it with us this afternoon."

"In addition, Director Qian Tao from the TV series department just called to say that several reshoots for 'The Three-Body Problem' have been completed and he would like to ask you to review the finished clips when you have time."

Tan Yue opened his eyes, took the document, and quickly flipped through a few pages: "Tell Zheng Tong to hold a special meeting of the film department at 3 p.m. to discuss the cooperation plan."

"Tell Qian Tao that I'll go to the TV drama department at 2 PM to review the finished film clips."

"In addition, organize all the information about Su Xiaoyu that Wei Yu just mentioned, as well as the information about her a cappella performance and musical style that she will send tomorrow, and put them on my desk."

"Yes, Mr. Tan."

Chen Ye nodded and added, "Mr. Mark from the international film company just sent a message saying that their representative has been confirmed and will arrive in Beijing next Wednesday. They would like to schedule a time with you next Thursday morning for a face-to-face meeting."

"Okay, please agree to it for me. We'll meet next Thursday at 9 a.m. in the company's VIP room," Tan Yue said. "Prepare the necessary documents for the meeting in advance."

"Understood, I'll arrange it right away," Chen Ye replied, turning and leaving the office.

Tan Yue picked up the cooperation proposal on the table and carefully reviewed it, methodically handling the various tasks at hand. (End of Chapter)