I became famous in the entertainment industry by burning incense

Chapter 508 New Year Surprise
Chen Peixian was scolded on New Year's Eve and was in a very bad mood.

He doesn't even consider who provoked the fans first.

He urged his assistant, "How's it going with the companies in mainland China that I asked you to contact for cooperation?"

The assistant quickly replied, "Mainland companies are very enthusiastic and willing to cooperate with Hong Kong, but they have one condition—"

The assistant hesitated somewhat.

Chen Peixian frowned and glared at him: "Just say what you want to say, why are you beating around the bush?"

The assistant closed his eyes and quickly said, "The variety shows on the mainland require us to have some veteran Hong Kong stars participate, otherwise we won't cooperate."

Chen Peixian said nonchalantly, "I thought it was something serious. This is easy to handle. With Hao Zhongyi Entertainment's reputation, even the stars in Hong Kong will give us face."

We acted as a bridge, introducing them to resources in mainland China. It was a win-win situation, and everyone benefited. We were also able to reconnect with the celebrities our company had previously signed.

This company used to be so big, with so many artists signed. Now that it's reopened, many of their former artists will probably be tempted to switch companies.

The assistant swallowed hard and whispered, "If it were just based on Hao Zhongyi's previous reputation, we could manage it, but President..."

Previously, in order to diss Jin Li and support mainland star Li Xunfang, you said that old guys should give way to young people and give them more opportunities to shine. All the stars in Hong Kong know about these words.

Currently, as soon as those celebrities hear "Hao Zhongyi Entertainment," they hang up without hesitation, ignoring us even though we have resources in mainland China.

Chen Peixian frowned deeply: "How could they misunderstand me because of one sentence? My words were only directed at Jinli, not at any other artists. They're so quick to assume it applies to them. Aren't they being a bit too sensitive?"

The assistant dared not speak.

After thinking for a while, Chen Peixian waved her hand impatiently: "Never mind, I'll find an opportunity to explain to the stars in Hong Kong properly. That sentence won't affect the relationship between the company and the artists."

Just as the assistant was about to leave, he suddenly remembered something and asked, "By the way, Mr. Chen, didn't you say before that you were going to sue Jinli and the others for breach of contract in using the song? You have all the copyrights to them, and they're singing it without authorization. Are you going to sue them?"

Chen Peixian said expressionlessly, "Yes, that's true. What's wrong?"

The assistant instinctively shrank back, sensing that the president's expression was very unpleasant.

But he still said, "I have already contacted a lawyer. When would you like to meet with the lawyer to discuss the litigation and other issues?"

Chen Peixian: "Well, this matter isn't urgent. Let's put the lawyer aside for now. I think Pink Girl has a chance to switch jobs to Hao Zhongyi Entertainment."

The assistant was very puzzled.

Would a pink-clad girl really be willing to come back to a CEO who craves being fawned over by all the celebrities?

His relationship with Jinli has become so strained. If Pink Girls really has a good relationship with all its members as rumored, then they definitely won't come back.

The assistant left without saying anything more, still wondering what was going on.

Chen Peixian stared blankly ahead, but was finally jolted back to reality by a phone call.

He looked down; the caller ID showed "Zhao Rui".
-
Happy Chinese New Year!

Jinli is on holiday today; the film crew will not resume work until the fourth day of the Lunar New Year.

She stayed in Chitang Village instead of going home, too lazy to travel, since the roads are always crowded during holidays.

Jinli thought she would have a quiet day to study, but the guesthouse had been busy since early morning.

First, enthusiastic villagers came to give gifts. The villagers not only gave gifts of brocade pears, but also gifts to other actors who also stayed in Chitang Village.

It's worth mentioning that Ma Mingqi and his agent Luo Fan are still staying in the village and don't plan to go home for the holiday.

Xu Wenwen was also in the village, but she deliberately didn't go back.

Xu Wenwen carried a large pile of gifts into Jinli's room and said, "Luckily, the villagers came to visit. I didn't have time to answer the phone because of dealing with them, otherwise, knowing my mother's personality, she would have nagged me from morning till night, asking why I didn't come home?"

Jinli asked curiously, "Why don't you go home?"

Xu Wenwen sighed: "Why go back? They'll just keep urging me to date or get married. And before we knew it, they were talking about having a second child."

I can't even take care of my career right now, where would I find the time to cultivate a relationship?
Even if we young people are impulsive and casual when we fall in love, a relationship still requires the joint effort of both parties.

It's impossible for one person to put in the effort while the other only enjoys the benefits; that won't last.

Jinli smiled, her eyes crinkling slightly: "That makes sense."

Xu Wenwen raised her hand, made a cheering gesture, and said encouragingly:
"Besides, I'm at an age where I need to focus on my career. I can't be sure if I'll meet a good man, but I can be sure that my career will get better and better."

No, my career might not necessarily get better, but at least for now I still have the right to choose scripts. If I start dating and lose that right, that would be truly tragic!

Jinli asked, "Don't you want a love that can accompany you as you grow? To help each other, encourage each other, and become better and better together?"

Xu Wenwen laughed, "Little sister, how could I possibly deserve such a pure and innocent love?"

Jinli blinked. "Okay."

Xu Wenwen said, "If I could meet someone like that, I would be very willing to date him. We could both become better and better together. Our energies would match and we would both improve each other. But the key is that I can't meet him!"

The pace of life in modern cities is so fast, everyone is busy with work. Actually, I think being an actor is pretty good. The working hours are regular, overtime is paid separately, the salary is generous, and you can travel around a lot, which is like traveling.

She gave examples one by one.

"Besides, I'm surrounded by handsome guys in my life. Whether they've had plastic surgery or not is another matter, but at least the people who appear in front of me are all pleasing to the eye. So why can't I meet someone who makes me feel at ease?"

"Even someone like me with relatively flexible time can't find a good person. Do you think other people can?"

Everyone has flaws, more or less, but those minor flaws aren't problems, provided you find someone willing to accept you, and you're willing to accept them in return.

"Oh right, there's one more important point."

Xu Wenwen waved her hand, gesturing for Jinli to come closer, and said mysteriously, "In my experience, 99% of the problems I'm talking about can be solved with money."

For people like us who aren't particularly short of money, we can just choose someone based on their character.

After Xu Wenwen finished speaking, she patted Jinli on the shoulder and said, "If you meet a nice young man in the future, remember to introduce him to me."

Jinli chuckled and teased, "Young man? How young do you want him?"

Xu Wenwen made a heart shape with her hands: "I'm okay with anyone under ten years younger than me."

Jinli laughed and thought Xu Wenwen was really funny.

"Ding-dong!" The doorbell rang again, and Jinli ran to open the door.

"Surprise!"

Qi Guanmingzhu and Xi Mengze made a surprise appearance outside the door.

The three of them hugged each other happily as soon as they met.

Jinli asked in surprise, "Why are you here? Aren't you going back to your hometown?" Qiguan Mingzhu replied, "My parents are both abroad. I made a special trip to visit them for Christmas, so I guess I've already spent the New Year with them!"

Xi Mengze: "I'll go back on the third day of the Lunar New Year. If I go back earlier, I won't get nagged by my parents."

Xu Wenwen popped out from behind Jinli: "Hello!"

"Hello there!"

Xu Wenwen put down the gift, greeted them, and said that her parents had called her, so she would be leaving now. She told them to feel free to ask her for help if they needed anything.

After Xu Wenwen left, Xi Mengze said, "Was that actor who just spoke to you very kind to you on set?"

Jinli smiled and said, "She's younger than me, so I can't really say I'm taking care of her, but we get along well."

Qi Guanmingzhu walked around the room and said with satisfaction, "The environment is not bad. The huge floor-to-ceiling windows are also well done. Your film crew has a great environment!"

Xi Mengze: "That must be great, otherwise they wouldn't have chosen to film here. I heard it's going to be developed into a tourist attraction in the future, right?"

Jinli nodded: "Yes, that's the current plan. The villagers here are very cooperative. Everything is waiting for the show to be released. At the same time, Chitang Village will start tourism promotion."

Qi Guanmingzhu asked, "When will filming be finished?"

Jinli thought for a moment: "The filming is progressing very smoothly so far. If it continues to go smoothly after the New Year, we can finish filming by mid-March."

This is a conservative estimate; if everything goes smoothly, filming can be completed by early March.

Qi Guanmingzhu patted Jinli on the shoulder: "You've worked so hard, comrade. You've sacrificed so much to support me."

With one arm around Jinli and the other around Xi Mengze, she drifted off into a sweet dream.

"From now on, you two will be my beloved concubines. One of you will sing, and the other will act. I'll just stay at home and rely on you to support me."

Xi Mengze clicked his tongue in disdain. "Raising them with carp? Have you no shame?"

Reminded by Xi Mengze, Qi Guan Mingzhu suddenly remembered that Jin Li was frail, and quickly asked:

"How have you been feeling lately? Are you managing with the high-intensity filming schedule? Do you get enough rest each day? I see you're juggling appearances and studies, are you feeling overwhelmed?"

"Yes, Jinli, aren't you too tired?" Xi Mengze asked with concern.

Jinli pointed to herself: "I'm right in front of you, do you think I'm tired?"

Xi Mengze and Qi Guanmingzhu reached out and touched Jinli's face. It was bouncy and smooth, like a peeled egg, and there were no dark circles under her eyes.

She looked to be in excellent condition, as if she were radiating a jade-like glow.

Xi Mengze said, "You look great, but you should also balance work and rest, and don't push yourself too hard."

Qi Guanmingzhu: "Yes, don't put too much pressure on yourselves. As long as we have a clear conscience, that's enough."

Jinli said, "Don't worry, I'm really not tired. If I feel tired, I'll tell the director I need to rest."

My health issues are all covered in my contract, and the production crew knows they need to ensure I get enough rest; they've been quite good to me.

When friends meet, there are many things to talk about, but you can't just talk without doing anything.

So Jinli suggested, "There's a small Taoist temple nearby, not very famous, only locals go there to worship. Why don't we go check it out?"

Qi Guan Mingzhu was about to ask what was so fun about the Taoist temple when she suddenly remembered that Jinli had become obsessed with worshipping gods because of her poor health. She swallowed her refusal and immediately said:

"Okay, Mengmeng and I don't have anything to do anyway, let's go!"

Xi Mengze's mouth dropped open: "Huh? Go now? Aren't we going to stop and rest first?"

They had been traveling for a long time.

Qi Guanmingzhu turned her head and blinked randomly at Xi Mengze.

"Sure, I haven't been to a Taoist temple to pray in ages. My contract has just been transferred to Chenxi Entertainment, and I'd like to wish for a new beginning for my career!"

Although Xi Mengze was puzzled, he understood and said, "Okay, I'll go and pray too."

Jinli glanced around and said, "Let's bring something to eat. Are you hungry? Do you want to grab something to eat first?"

Xi Mengze and Qi Guanmingzhu weren't hungry; they had already eaten on the way.

While Jinli was tidying up, Xi Mengze asked, "Didn't you dislike going to Taoist temples?"

Qi Guan Mingzhu: "Jinli is in poor health. Let's accompany her to the Taoist temple to pray. Maybe her health will improve?"

Xi Mengze suddenly realized: "Yes, then we'll invite her to pray whenever we have free time. I think praying to the gods really has some effect. Look, Jinli's complexion is getting better and better."

While they were chatting, on Chinese New Year's Day, the accessible luxury brand Lanxi also unveiled a new handbag in collaboration with Jinli.

【Endless Good Fortune】Embroidered Briefcase!

V Lanxi: [May the Lunar New Year bring you good fortune, blessed by the koi fish!]

Lanxi x Jinli limited edition collaboration [Auspicious Fortune Embroidered Briefcase] is here - carry a touch of New Year's red and bring good fortune home from the workplace!
※ The bright red auspicious cloud embroidery exudes an air of elegance and grandeur.
※See Jinli's interpretation and unlock the sophisticated feel of red.
※New Year's Battle Bag: Stylish and Lucky!
#Lanxi Jinli Collaboration#New Year Lucky Bag#Carry a Koi Fish for Good Fortune】

The collaboration launched by Lanxi is a special edition in this year's main series, specially launched to coincide with the Spring Festival, and uses a red color scheme.

The bag features embroidered auspicious clouds, making it instantly recognizable as a mid-range luxury bag.

This bag is completely different in function from the Black Bear backpack, and the two brands are not worried about competing with each other at all.

However, did Lanxi give the ugliest red color to Jinli? In the "Fortune and Blessing" series, I feel that red is the ugliest color.

[+1 Red is really ugly. It's supposed to be a sophisticated color, but I feel like I look tacky carrying it.]

[Go check out the photos of the bag Jinli posted. Sorry, it's not the color that's ugly, but my bag looks bad on me.]

Jinli knew that Lanxi would be releasing a collaboration today, but she wasn't sure of the exact time.

Sui Lingfang sent a message to Jinli but received no reply, so she knew Jinli was busy. She then logged into Jinli's account and posted the promotional copy.

V Jinli: [Start the new year with good fortune!]

Finally, it's here—the [Lanxi Fortune Embroidered Briefcase] that I co-branded with them is finally here!
The vibrant red color is absolutely perfect for the New Year's atmosphere! The exquisite auspicious cloud embroidery on the bag is a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. Wearing it exudes confidence yet retains a gentle and refined feel, making even starting work a ritualistic experience.
#Lanxi Jinli Collaboration#New Year Lucky Bag#Carry a Koi Fish for Good Fortune】

The text itself isn't the problem; the images that follow are.

[A powerful and confident career woman!]

[This is the first time I've noticed that Jinli's features are sharp and assertive; she looks so good in red!]

[Haha, now Li Xunfang's fans are convinced, right? Who's really trying to piggyback on whose success? Our Jinli has two more commercial collaborations coming up, so where's your Li Xunfang?]

[Exactly! It's clearly Li Xunfang's fans trying to cause trouble, acting all high and mighty, and even claiming Jinli did it on purpose. They have four business associates, but Jinli can't even be bothered with them!]