I became famous in the entertainment industry by burning incense

Chapter 616 Quotes from a Terrible Company (Lottery results to be announced at noon the day after tomorrow)
What are hormones?

It is essentially just a hormone.

But people have given hormones many romantic interpretations, such as "love at first sight," "unique fragrance," and "I feel happy without realizing it when I see you."

Just like Gu Cheng, who was filled with a joyful mood after seeing Jin Li.

This is an uncontrollable, irresistible pursuit of closeness.

At least for now, Gu Cheng just wanted to hold Jinli in his arms and hug her tightly, as if he could gain a sense of security from her.

Well, Jinli, who has become human and no longer a god, also felt the hormones stirring within her.

When Gu Cheng hugged her, she felt a long-lost sense of relaxation.

It seems that life doesn't have to be so stressful, and things don't have to be rushed. She doesn't need to strictly supervise herself every day. It's okay to spend a day or two doing nothing and just daydreaming.

Jinli gently patted Gu Cheng's back. The two did not do anything intimate; simply embracing each other was enough to make them feel at ease.

After what seemed like an eternity, Gu Cheng spoke in a muffled voice, "It's been so long since I've seen you."

Jinli blinked: "It's not even been two months since the college entrance exam."

Gu Cheng emphasized again, "It's been so long since I've seen you! We haven't even video chatted for a while now!"

Jinli opened her mouth and thought for a while.

Okay, she shut her mouth again.

In the past, when she was studying, Gu Cheng could watch live streams and learn along with them, but now that she's live streaming herself reading books, Gu Cheng isn't very interested in those books.

She devoted most of her time to reading, and chatted with Gu Cheng much less.

Of course, the bigger reason is that everyone has been very busy this month.

But all this hard work is worthwhile; everyone is moving in a better direction.

Jinli touched his head; it was very soft, and since they hadn't started styling it yet, it felt unusually nice to the touch.

Gu Cheng rubbed against Jin Li's neck like a puppy, his hot breath tickling her.

Jinli felt her body becoming more and more flexible, as if she wanted to relax like that, so she decisively brought up the topic.

We can't relax like this yet, after all, we still have work to do later.

She nudged Gu Cheng, but he wouldn't budge: "What's your work schedule like lately? Are you very busy?"

Gu Cheng refused to leave, shifting his position to rest his head on her shoulder and neck, lazily picking a strand of her hair and playing with it in his hand, saying casually:

"We're a bit busy, but not too busy. The group's schedule is gradually decreasing, and Guang Ge has added some individual schedules for us."

Jinli: "Yeah, you guys are going to start your individual announcements too, right?"

Gu Cheng: "This year we won't be completely separated. We've given them a transition period. Next year we'll be separated, with only three or four months dedicated to group activities. The rest of the time will be for individual schedules, which will be more acceptable to fans."

He asked, "What about you? You haven't had many personal announcements lately, and I can't find any videos of you to watch; they're all edited by netizens."

Jinli smiled and said, "I'm probably a bit too popular. Every time I go out, it's a big commotion. Sister Fang is worried about my safety, so she only lets those people come to Chenxi Entertainment to film."

Gu Cheng: "Why don't you do variety shows? Variety shows can maintain your exposure."

Jinli shook her head: "As an actress, I still want some personal privacy. Actors are not suitable for frequent exposure, as it reduces their sense of mystery."

Viewers see me every day, so they won't be very interested in my TV dramas anymore.

Gu Cheng: "But you're so popular right now, yet you get so little exposure, which makes the audience even more interested in you."

Jinli: "That's why I'll take on more interviews."

Gu Cheng continued playing with that strand of her hair, as if she had discovered some new and interesting toy.

"That's great. I'd like to do more interviews too. I don't want to go out and do promotional appearances. It's a pity that my interviews are too boring."

Jinli turned her head curiously: "Bored?"

Gu Cheng said meaningfully, "After all, every interview asks me how I study, but I just study by looking at books. I don't have any secret tips, so isn't that boring?"

Jinli recalled attending Fangfei's sharing session, where Fangfei had also used Gu Cheng as an example—

That's how you learn—just by reading books, isn't it simple?

A clever mind is just so hateful!
They can always easily obtain everything that others cannot.

Jinli: "So you said that in the interview?"

Gu Cheng laughed: "I would like to say that, but Brother Guang won't allow it."

Jinli's eyes darted around, and she smiled slyly: "How about I take a video of you?"

She took out her phone, adjusted the angle and focused, and felt that the car was a bit dark, so she turned on the rear lights, but after looking left and right, she still felt that something was missing.

Then she had a brilliant idea: she adjusted a light and refreshing filter, making the person in front of her look rosy-cheeked and even more handsome than when he was wearing makeup.

Jinli couldn't help but sigh inwardly: "It's said that there are four great evil arts circulating online: sex reassignment surgery in Thailand, plastic surgery in H country, makeup techniques in R country, and Photoshop techniques in China."

But now, it seems filters should also be categorized separately. They're a treasure trove for the whole world; with filters, all four techniques mentioned above can be integrated!

Off-camera, Jinli's voice came through: "Gu Cheng, what are your thoughts on studying?"

Gu Cheng raised an eyebrow, sat up straight, and replied seriously, "I have no opinion. One book and one pen are enough."

Jinli: "Okay, okay, do you have any secrets to studying?"

A hint of doubt flashed in Gu Cheng's eyes, and he tilted his head slightly: "Do you need a secret manual to study? Can't you just understand it by reading it?"

Jinli: "Have you ever encountered questions that you still didn't understand even after reading the book?"

Gu Cheng replied seriously, "No, if you don't understand, I think it's because you haven't read the book carefully."

Jinli clicked her tongue softly.

I really want to say: "Don't show off, or you'll get struck by lightning!"

Damn it! (〃＞皿＜)
She showed the video to Gu Cheng, who looked at it and said with some surprise, "How did you do that? I haven't even put on makeup yet, but it looks even more natural than when I'm wearing makeup."

Jinli generously shared the filter usage she had just discovered, and also shared the method her assistant had given her.

“Using dedicated photo editing software to shoot videos doesn’t look natural enough, but apps specifically for uploading videos, like Douyin Video, have built-in photo editing features that can make them look very natural. This video was shot using Douyin Video.” Gu Cheng smiled gently, then suddenly raised his phone and pointed it at Jin Li.

"Come on, say hello, I'm taking your picture."

Jinli was looking down at a video on her phone, wondering if she could change the filter to make the background brighter.

Upon hearing this, she looked up and smiled at the camera: "Hi, everyone!"

While the two artists were at the filming location of "Jinse", their two managers also got together to chat.

Zhang Guang had something to do today. After finishing it, he happened to pass by Chenxi Entertainment. Seeing that he still had some time, he talked to Sui Lingfang about the future development of the two artists.

Talking via video doesn't always feel as efficient as face-to-face communication.

After a period of feedback, there is actually very little overlap in the two artists' schedules. Jinli has made it clear that she will pursue an acting career and will not be an idol.

Gu Cheng currently balances being both an idol and a talented artist, so there is little overlap in their schedules.

However, if there is any overlap, it is usually in the form of a more significant announcement. Both sides must maintain a consistent approach and work together to avoid malicious competition.

Competition is not a bad thing, but it depends on how it is conducted. Currently, the two artists working together to maintain a high price tag is actually maximizing their profits.

This has kept their appearance fees at a high level.

Upon entering the conference room, Zhang Guang cut to the chase: "Have you conducted a risk assessment for Jinli?"

Faced with such a pointed question right off the bat, Sui Lingfang immediately suppressed her smile and said solemnly, "I've done some, but probably not as comprehensive as March Sky's."

Chenxi Entertainment is just a small company. It only gained fame because Jinli became so popular.

In recent years, the company has been expanding externally, striving to make its reputation match its strength.

However, Sui Lingfang knew that there was still a long way to go, so many of the company's rules and regulations were not as comprehensive as those of large companies.

Everyone's risk assessment probably takes into account different factors.

Zhang Guang pondered for a moment and said, "Since you have done a risk assessment for Jinli, then I won't beat around the bush. If Jinli's relationship is exposed, how will your Chenxi Entertainment respond?"

Sui Lingfang composed herself and said cautiously, "I neither object nor support this, and I will not respond."

Zhang Guang frowned. What did that mean?
Sui Lingfang: "Simply put, it's playing dead, pretending not to see."

Zhang Guang: ...

He wasn't as ambitious as Chenxi Entertainment. Gu Cheng had scored so high on the exam; he was counting on Gu Cheng to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry.

Having worked their way up to where they are today, it's really difficult for March Band to rise any further in the boy band scene.

However, it's a different story when the four members develop individually; none of them have reached the top level of solo artists.

In Gu Cheng, Zhang Guang saw the hope of becoming a top performer.

As for Jinli...

Well, to some extent, Jin Li has reached the level of a top-tier artist, and in the eyes of some investors, she is even better.

Jinli currently lacks time; she is still too young in the entertainment industry. If she were older, she would have more advantages.

In addition, she is missing awards.

If she can win some prestigious awards, her popularity can be transformed into strength, achieving a double harvest of popularity and reputation, which would make her a true top superstar.

Zhang Guang said in a deep voice, "I can't completely pretend that I don't see Gu Cheng's relationship, so I need to come up with a public relations plan in advance. That's why I'm talking to you first."

Sui Lingfang said understandingly, "Okay."

She then changed the subject: "But no matter what you say, our company will remain silent. Jinli's thoughts are our thoughts, and Chenxi Entertainment supports her."

Zhang Guang hesitated for a moment, then couldn't help but ask, "Aren't you giving Jinli too much decision-making power?"

Sui Lingfang smiled easily: "Chenxi Entertainment is different from Guangyue Media. We give our artists a lot of decision-making power, which is why we have stars like Jinli."

I believe that when Guangyue Media has artists like her, you will also give her more autonomy.

Zhang Guang fell silent again.

He didn't want to say who was jealous.

The two chatted for two hours, and when they had finished talking, Sui Lingfang invited Zhang Guang to have a meal.

Just as Zhang Guang was about to refuse, his phone suddenly vibrated; Chen Lin had sent him two videos.

Before even opening the video, Gu Cheng's handsome face appeared as the cover image.

Upon opening the first item, Zhang Guang's eyebrows twitched, and his expression became serious.

In his memory, Gu Cheng was quite humble and low-key in public, and wouldn't make such a Versailles-like statement.

Moreover, it's quite obvious from the video that Gu Cheng was in a good mood, because he was smiling throughout the entire video.

Even when maintaining a serious expression, there's a smile playing on her lips.

Upon opening the second video, Zhang Guang understood. Oh, so he was with Jin Li. That made things alright.

Young people, they only show off about trivial things!
Zhang Guang thought with exasperation, "Why are young artists' hormones so high? They should all cut off all love and relationships!"
He sighed and handed his phone to Sui Lingfang. "I wasn't planning on going out to eat. I had to go back to the company to take care of some things, so I just ordered takeout. But now it seems we should talk."

After watching the two videos, Sui Lingfang immediately said, "No response, no support, no opposition, no responsibility!"

Zhang Guang twitched his lips and said speechlessly, "You guys are really shameless scumbags."

Others are scumbags, you are a scumbag company.

On the other hand, the videos uploaded by the two celebrities together—an interview filmed by Gu Cheng and a greeting filmed by Gu Cheng from the TV series "The Legend of Gu Cheng"—caused a huge uproar online.

Netizens were so excited that just those two simple videos went viral and became a trending topic.

#Gu Cheng, that's how you learn!#
#Jinli's First Love Feeling#
[After watching the video of Gu Cheng's story, I was wondering who interviewed him, why he was so relaxed and openly showing off, but then I found out it was Jin Li, so it's okay now.]
[This is the first time I've seen a video like "The Legend of Jinli," it's very refreshing, and it makes Li Bao look especially beautiful, so fresh and natural.]
[Don't you guys think one sounds like a girlfriend's perspective and the other like a boyfriend's perspective?]
[Vitamins are about to have a major sale!]
[These two seem to be in the same car. Are they going to a promotional event together?]
[Yes, the two of them went to shoot a magazine together. Apparently, it was Editor-in-Chief Jinse's request that they travel together. Well done, Editor-in-Chief, you understand us CP fans!]
After sending the videos to Gu Cheng, Jinli didn't pay any more attention to them, unaware that the two videos had become very popular online.

This led many celebrities to use this method to promote their new dramas.

The female lead shoots a scene for the male lead, and the male lead also shoots a scene for the female lead.

However, the celebrities answered by immersing themselves in the characters in the story, while Jinli and Gu Cheng answered by answering within their own stories.

Bosco Wong, the "scumbag": He never takes the initiative, never refuses, and never takes responsibility. The epitome of a "scumbag," his persona is stable; he's a pure womanizer. Fans say: "There's no risk of his image collapsing (because he's never promised to be faithful), there's absolutely no risk of his image collapsing."
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