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Chapter 1083 A Relief from Longing, Plastic Sisters
The vast Haojiang River carries significant weight in its words.

Mr. He is undoubtedly the first choice.

But the once-powerful figures will eventually grow old, and the Miss He before them is the one they have designated to lead the He Group.

Despite being the heir to a multi-billion dollar business empire, he showed no arrogance and was remarkably approachable.

She gracefully adjusted the hem of her skirt and sat naturally on the sofa next to Chen Duling, smiling as she began to chat casually:
"I watched the first Asian Fashion Awards in Jiangdong, it was really amazing, and I have to thank Ms. Chen for helping to arrange it."

"Miss He, you're too kind. It was just a small favor."

Chen Duling quickly responded, adding, "Just call me Dudu."

She had dealt with this Miss He a few times.

The most recent instance involved the youngest daughter of the wealthy and powerful He family, who was somewhat unconventional and passionate about entertainment and fashion.

She even pulled strings to attend Jiang Dong's first Asian Fashion Festival, thanks to the coordination and arrangements made by Chen Duling and Ni Ni.

"Beep beep?"

Miss He smiled gently and touched her hair.

"How long have you been working for General Manager Zhou?"

Zhou Yutang is known as the Grand Commander of Jiangdong, and Chen Duling is called Dudu, so the two of them are somewhat connected.

"I officially joined the company after graduating the year before last, so it's been almost two and a half years."

"Oh?"

Miss He sat gracefully with her legs crossed, taking a sip of coffee. "President Zhou is always right in judging people. You must be very capable to have been by his side for so long. Your future is limitless."

As Zhou Yutang's personal assistant, Chen Duling had no shortage of people trying to curry favor with her, and she was certainly not without praise herself.

But hearing these words from Miss He was extremely pleasing to the ear; she was being modest:
"Miss He, you flatter me. I still have a lot to learn."

Actually, Miss He's words weren't entirely just polite.

Maintaining a good relationship with the Grand Commander of Jiangdong was a directive set by his father, He Lao.

Since the decision has been made to deepen cooperation with Jiangdong, conducting background checks on those around him is naturally a basic task.

The resumes include those of Li Shuang, Chen Xi, Ni Ni, and even Chen Duling.

It is said that those who are close to vermilion are red, and those who are close to ink are black.

Spending a lot of time around outstanding people will unconsciously allow you to pick up some of their excellent qualities.

Chen Duling herself may not have realized it yet, but an outsider like Miss He could see it very clearly.

The fact that she could be trusted and relied upon by Commander Zhou, whose father described her as having an unparalleled ability to plan and execute, shows that her beauty alone was not enough; her own abilities were beyond question.

Just like Ni Ni, who now manages the Jiangdong fashion sector, she has become a business darling capable of standing on her own.

In Miss He's eyes, Chen Duling, this seemingly gentle and innocent girl, is very likely to become the second Ni Ni in the future.

Smart people always know how to get the most out of their social relationships.

High-level interpersonal relationships often don't require complicated routines; they rely on the most sincere and direct communication.

From skincare to work gossip, in just half an hour, Ms. He had become familiar with Chen Duling in her own way.

After the two added each other on WeChat, before they could chat for more than a few words, a servant from the He family hurriedly came out and whispered something to Miss He.

The conversation between the old man and the young man seemed to have ended.

The medical team around Mr. He's family has started working again.

At Mr. He's age, even normal communication has become a luxury.

Seeing that everything was alright inside, Miss He walked over to Zhou Yutang and said softly with a smile, "Mr. Zhou, the car and the private room are ready."

"Thank you for your trouble, Miss He." Zhou Yutang nodded in thanks.

You're welcome. Have a wonderful evening in Haojiang.

After gently shaking hands with him, Ms. He smiled like a spring breeze: "If you need anything later, please contact Xiao He anytime. She will cooperate fully."

"Mr. Zhou, this is Xiao He."

"Thanks a lot."

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The two did not exchange many pleasantries.

Miss He soon went with the medical team to take care of her father.

Zhou Yutang also has his own things to do.

I've been to Macau several times before when filming, but it was always just a quick visit, and this time is no exception.

With Miss He's assistant making the arrangements, it saved a lot of trouble.

About half an hour later, the Grand Commander of Jiangdong, dressed in casual clothes, made a low-key appearance in the executive VIP room of the Venetian Macao.

The private room is located in the center of the second floor of the venue, with an excellent view, and is also equipped with exclusive tea, snacks and other services.

Forget the flowers you've planted, start afresh, and abandon your ideals.

Stop looking at those dusty wedding invitations; you're about to move.

On stage, IU, dressed in a black floral dress, gently sang a cappella while holding a microphone, amidst cheers from the fans below.

Chen Duling had no choice but to admit it.

This kimchi girl possesses a charm that is difficult to describe in words.

She was just singing quietly, yet she seemed to be radiating light, making it impossible to look away.

Even Governor Zhou, who was usually unsmiling, had a much softer expression on his face at this moment. The corners of his mouth were slightly upturned, and his eyes were filled with a tenderness that seemed to look at a dog with deep affection.

Chen Duling, however, was somewhat dissatisfied with the Korean fox spirit who had increased her workload, and snorted softly to herself.
"He's just a moderately good singer; I could do that too."

Besides bidding farewell to Zou Wenhuai and meeting with Mr. He, the time management master had another important purpose during his trip to the Yangtze River Delta.

He made a special trip to meet this South Korean fan who happened to be holding a fan meeting in Macau.

There are hardly any coincidences or perfect coincidences in this world. So-called unexpected encounters are nothing more than deliberate arrangements.

Although the current entertainment exchanges between China and South Korea are somewhat delicate, China has not completely blocked the path.

At least Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan have been given some buffer space.

Just like IU's Asia tour this time.

Starting from Seoul.

The event covered various locations including Taipei, Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore, Jakarta, and Bangkok, and was originally a regular arrangement to give back to overseas fans.

Originally, Xiangjiang Station was scheduled for the end of the month, but Haojiang Station was not.

IU immediately decided to add a performance after learning about Zhou Yutang's schedule.

The incident happened suddenly, and the costs of venue rental, team travel, etc., were a considerable sum, all of which IU paid out of her own pocket.

This last-minute decision delighted local fans, and IU was finally able to see the man she had been longing for, relieving her longing.

Even during the break between meetings with the old gentleman, Zhou Yutang managed to squeeze in his appointments, living up to his reputation as a master of time management – ​​a true win-win situation.

After the concert, in the VIP box, IU, who hadn't even had time to remove her stage makeup, took the initiative to sit on Zhou Yutang's lap.

She was like a kitten seeking affection, exuding a soft and obedient charm: "Oppa, how did I sing today?"

"Sweet high notes, stable mid notes, and accurate low notes."

Zhou Yutang affectionately rubbed that soft face, "One word: insightful."

“Oppa, that’s clearly two words.”

IU puffed out her cheeks and said coquettishly.

"that's not important."

Zhou Yutang smiled and said, "This rendition of 'Wedding Invitation Street' is very well done; you put your heart into it."

Upon hearing this, IU's eyes curved into crescent moons.

Given the pronunciation habits of Koreans, speaking Chinese is actually quite difficult.

Moreover, it's Cantonese, with its complex tones. It's quite remarkable that IU can sing it at this level.

As for why she sang this song, it was because she once rode in Zhou Yutang's car and happened to hear this Cantonese song playing in the car's music system.

Later, upon asking, he learned that Zhou Yutang liked it, so he silently kept it in mind and then prepared it carefully in private.

Now she even speaks Cantonese quite well. How can such a delicate and thoughtful person not be endearing?

You know my heart, and I know your feelings.

The two met again in Haojiang, and naturally, their passionate embrace was inevitable.

The details of the process are too numerous to recount, but afterwards we took a bath together and embraced.

It wasn't until Zhou Yutang answered Rao Xiaozhi's video call that IU tactfully sat down on the sofa next to him, quietly flipping through a magazine without disturbing him.

The two were discussing the filming progress of "The Captain".

Even when Zhou Yutang is not on set, he maintains control over the entire project.

The production is proceeding according to schedule. These past two days, we've been filming scenes between Janine Chang and Li Xin inside the airplane cabin.

Next, the special effects shots of the main emergency landing, and three airport scenes that need to be filmed on location, all await Zhou Yutang's decision upon his return.

"Well, there are basically no problems. Just follow the production schedule and make sure the quality is the most important thing."

"I understand, Mr. Zhou."

After he explained the work arrangements, IU hugged him from behind, her soft cheek pressed against his back, her voice sweet and gentle:
"Oppa, when will your Mulan film start shooting?"

"Let's rest for a while after this show is over."

Zhou Yutang turned around and pulled her into his arms. "It will probably have to wait until next year."

"This year has gone by so fast."

"Yes, time flies."

It must be admitted that when IU, who is known as the pinnacle of pure and alluring beauty, bites her lip and her eyes are as watery as water, she does have a captivating charm that can bewitch the world.

Even the resolute Grand Commander of Jiangdong could not withstand it.

Their warm breaths mingled.

This insightful yet accessible exchange is not over yet.

This year, IU continues to dominate the South Korean music scene.

Her status as a pop diva is rock solid, and with the support of JD.Entertainment, she is further transitioning into the film and television industry.

With the Jiangdong faction as their backer, they naturally have no shortage of resources.

The drama "My Mister," which aired on South Korean television network tvN earlier this year, starred IU.

The show's peak viewership rating soared to over 7.4%, setting a new record for tvN Wednesday-Thursday dramas of the year.

On the domestic Douban platform, it has a high rating of 9.4. Putting aside netizens' jokes that Japanese and Korean dramas have a built-in bonus filter, Zhou Yutang watched it once at double speed and found it to be a TV series of above-average quality.

Especially IU's portrayal of the female lead, Lee Ji-an, in the drama.

She was both patient and stubborn, which made her quite pitiful.

This huge success has also brought recognition to IU's acting skills, solidifying her status as a benchmark for South Korean actresses of the younger generation, and she may even have a chance to win an award.

Seeing that her sisters weren't going to suffer at all, Lim Yoona started to get restless.

She also had a drama released this year, but neither its ratings nor her acting skills were as good as IU's "The Man from Nowhere".

The South Korean entertainment industry is no stranger to comparisons and comparisons, and this incident led to the two women's superficial friendship being severely tested.

"Oppa, did you meet with IU?"

"Please, please, if there's another chance like this, I can do it too!"

"Definitely next time."

After finally managing to appease Lin Yoona, Zhou Yutang glanced at Chen Duling, who was trying hard to suppress her laughter, and said helplessly, "Just laugh if you want to, don't hold it in."

The friendship between women is truly magical.

Four people in one dormitory can create several chat groups. The South Korean sister group, which originally agreed to form a united front, cooled down rapidly due to the rivalry between fans.

They say the squeaky wheel gets the grease.

This truly allowed Lim Yoona to learn the essence of it.

Of course, Zhou Yutang knew better than anyone that the emotional value he was given was not lacking at all.

In terms of acting talent alone, IU is indeed more versatile than Yoona.

IU can perfectly handle heavy, artistic scripts like "My Mister," while Yoona is completely unable to adapt.

Therefore, her ideal situation is to transition towards a more lighthearted, commercially-oriented comedy genre.

"Extreme Job," produced by the Jiangdong branch, is very suitable for her acting style.

In one night in Haojiang, the plum blossoms bloomed three times.

The Grand Marshal then flew directly to Taiwan the following day.

The Golden Horse Awards ceremony is just around the corner, but in the film market, Venom still dominates the scene.

In just five days, this Marvel superhero blockbuster broke the 10 billion yuan box office mark with overwhelming force.

On the sixth day, the total box office revenue surged again, surpassing 11 billion yuan.

The daily box office still managed to gross over 70 million.

With the combined revenue from "Black Panther" and "Avengers: Infinity War" at the beginning of the year, it is foreseeable that Marvel Studios will make a fortune in the Chinese market this year.

That wasn't the end of it; even as Venom's box office soared...

Marvel Studios then released the first official trailer for "Avengers: Endgame," instantly igniting the enthusiasm of movie fans worldwide.

Iron Man's dying words, Captain America's sorrowful tears, Hawkeye's blood-soaked Tokyo... and hope appears in the moment Ant-Man returns.
The shock brought by Thanos' snap of his fingers once raked in over two billion US dollars at the global box office.

The sequel, which reunites Marvel superheroes, has naturally garnered tremendous attention.

The trailer had just been released when it broke viewership records, sparking a frenzy of speculation and analysis from movie fans worldwide, generating unprecedented buzz.

Seeing the overwhelming popularity of WarnerMedia's new CEO John Stanley, he was not to be outdone.

Uncle John fired the first shot, which was aimed directly at Marvel Studios!
"The first trailer for Aquaman has arrived, witnessing the epic rise of the king of the seven seas!"

"Directed by a legendary Eastern tycoon, creating an underwater myth! The trailer for 'Aquaman' is about to usher in a new era for the DC superhero universe!"

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You have a Marvel superhero team, I have the Tongtian Daizhou governor.

Your press releases are everywhere, and my marketing is equally ubiquitous.

Both domestic and international platforms, including TikTok, have been making a fortune by profiting from both sides during this period.

The powerful alliance between Warner Music and Jiangdong, two major Eastern and Western backers, certainly generates a lot of buzz.

Compared to the tragic grandeur of Marvel's Endgame, the trailer for Aquaman took a different approach, attracting a large audience with its dazzling, magnificent, and astonishing visual style.

"Can the Grand Commander hold his own against all the Marvel superheroes by himself?"

"Hilarious! Last year, Joker single-handedly slaughtered Avengers: Infinity War. Now I'm just waiting for Aquaman to start his rampage."

"Does anyone know when it will be released?"

"I think it will be next year."

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The entire internet was abuzz with discussion, and behind all this buzz, Zhou Yutang's incredible endorsement was undoubtedly a major factor.

As a prominent figure in the global entertainment industry, the influence of the Grand Commander of Jiangdong is growing day by day, and has long since transcended the domestic borders.

Last year's Joker was a stunning success, winning the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival and subsequently dethroning Avengers: Infinity War.

It created an almost unrepeatable myth of art-house films.

At the same time, it was this battle that officially made Zhou Yutang a god!

(End of this chapter)