I became famous in the entertainment industry by burning incense

Chapter 668 The more you care, the more you can't escape the mundane.
Chen Leyao is the owner of the copyright contract, so as long as she doesn't pursue the matter, there won't be any problems.

Logically, Jinli wanted to agree immediately, as this would resolve a business crisis.

But reason told her that the math wasn't done that way.

Jinli pondered for a moment and then said, "We didn't know about your plans before, nor did we sign any other contract, and the contract isn't in our possession."

Under these circumstances, we decided to sing our old songs, which was a risk we took ourselves. We didn't know the contract was with you before, but we do now.

She paused, then said sincerely, "I hope we can abide by the contract."

"We will pay the copyright fees that are due, and after the payment is settled, we will sign a separate contract to waive the copyright. This is to be more rigorous and not give anyone any reason to complain."

Jinli expressed her meaning: "One thing at a time. Once we settle the copyright fees, you can do whatever you want. But before the contract is amended, we have to fulfill the agreement we made."

In fact, Chen Leyao had many ways to immediately amend the contract and transfer the copyright to the members of Pink Girls. She could also draft another agreement stating that Pink Girls did not need to pay copyright fees for using the song copyrights before.

But when she looked into Jinli's eyes, she suddenly realized that her will was very firm.

Chen Leyao respects people with principles.

So she said, "Then let's settle the previous copyright fees, and then we'll sign another contract as soon as possible, because I'm leaving Hong Kong Island for overseas next week."

Without hesitation, Jinli said, "I can settle the debt right now; I have money in my account."

Chen Leyao asked, "Don't we need to ask the other members of Pink Girls?"

Jinli shook her head: "No need, I can make decisions on their behalf, my decision is their decision."

Seeing this, Chen Leyao didn't say anything more, but said, "Tomorrow I will have someone compile a list of every copyright fee payment."

Once you've settled the accounts, we'll sign a copyright transfer agreement, and I'll give you the copyright to all the pink-themed songs.

Jinli nodded and said with a sincere smile, "Thank you, Mr. Chen, thank you for understanding us and for being willing to follow our wishes."

Chen Leyao shook her head and said calmly, "Many people come to me thinking about how to ask me for money, how to get me to give them money."

Very few people come to me wanting to give me money; only business partners do that.

She paused, then said with a faint smile, "Jinli, you are very principled. In business, I prefer to deal with principled people."

Jinli asked curiously, "What about in non-commercial contexts?"

A deeper smile appeared in Chen Leyao's eyes.

"I like to be friends with people who have principles. Although their principles may be old-fashioned and conservative, it must be said that people with principles often have a bottom line."

Jinli and Chu Chenliang left the private room and headed to the hotel booked by the film crew.

She wasn't in the same car as Director Chu; her driver was Xiao Cheng, who had specially come from the mainland to Hong Kong Island to drive her.

As someone who aspires to shine in the world of motorsports.

The only difference is that the driver's seats on the left and right sides are different, but that's no problem for Xiao Cheng.

After practicing for an hour in a private place, Xiao Cheng said she had learned everything, and Jinli got her a temporary license.

The media on Hong Kong Island are much bolder than those on the mainland when it comes to detailing their reports.

So Jinli brought Xiao Cheng along in the hope that they wouldn't be photographed by paparazzi while discussing things with the Chen family.

Otherwise, who knows when another trending topic will emerge—

[Breaking News! Jinli secretly meets with Chen Derong, the youngest son of the Chen family, and climbs the social ladder by marrying into wealth!]

Breaking news! Chen Derong, the young master of the Chen family, falls head over heels for Jinli at first sight and embarks on a passionate pursuit of her!

[Breaking News! The copyright contract controversy surrounding the pink-themed girl escalates again, and Jinli unexpectedly wins the heart of young master Derong.]

Jinli knew exactly how the Hong Kong media would write it just by twitching her toes.

Just imagining it makes me feel like it's a disaster.

Once back in the parking lot of his residence, Xiao Cheng said, "I didn't see any paparazzi following the car. The Chen family probably cleared them out beforehand."

Chen Qin also came to Hong Kong Island. She is Jin Li's assistant and often follows Jin Li wherever she goes.

Even if Jinli joins the film crew and filming is done in seclusion, she will still go in with her and stay in seclusion together.

Upon hearing what Xiao Cheng said, Chen Qin seemed to recall something and said with amusement:
"If the wealthy families of Hong Kong Island have a strong control over the entertainment industry and can strangle the media, does that mean that sometimes the media's revelations represent the thoughts of these wealthy families?"

Jinli chimed in, "For example?"

Chen Qin: "Hong Kong media always seem to break out about the romances between female celebrities and wealthy young men. I wonder if these gossip stories are already approved by the wealthy young men before they are published, or if they are even specifically asked by them to be published?"

Jinli pondered for a moment and nodded: "Possibly. This is not only sending a signal to the outside world, but also to that female celebrity."

Chen Qin clapped her hands excitedly, "So, all those gossip stories about Hong Kong celebrities getting married into wealthy families that I've been following over the years, are they all true?"

Jinli and Xiaocheng exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with confusion.

When people think of Hong Kong stars, they often only think of the previous generation of stars, who are now superstars and semi-retired.

Lately, I haven't heard anything about these superstars having any scandals.
Chen Qin smiled and said, "I'm not talking about recent revelations, but rather revelations from several years ago. I used to think those news stories were just made up by Hong Kong media."

But now that I think about it, the powerful families have such tight control over the entertainment industry, maybe those news stories are true? At the very least, probably half of them are true.

Since there's nothing else to do, Jinli plans to listen to Chen Qin recount old gossip with Xiao Cheng.

Shortly after Jinli and Director Chu left, the Chen family aunt and niece, who remained in the private room, also had a discussion about Jinli.

Chen Derong was a little surprised. How could his aunt be persuaded so quickly tonight?
He knew his aunt's style of doing things.

Once she makes a decision, it's hard to change it; usually, others accommodate her, rather than she accommodating others.

However, regarding the copyright contract for the pink-themed dress, Chen Derong could clearly sense that her aunt was accommodating Jinli and following Jinli's wishes.

Even if Jinli's idea was to give them money.

However, as a long-established wealthy family in Hong Kong, the Chan family is honestly the last thing they lack, and the thing they are most wary of is money.

Every penny must be earned honestly and transparently.

Chen Derong was worried that Jinli would use the excuse of paying years' worth of copyright fees to curry favor with the Chen family. Although Jinli didn't seem like that kind of person, who knew what she was really thinking, rushing to give him money like that?

As if she knew what he was thinking, Chen Leyao said, "Do you think I'd be at a disadvantage?"

Chen Derong shook his head: "No, I think you're too lenient with Jinli. No, it's more like you're not as principled when you're with her. You used to be the one who had the final say. If others didn't do what you said, they didn't even have the right to sit at the table."

Chen Leyao glanced at the cold food on the table and asked, "Do you know why the people who came to me before all ended up doing what I decided?"

Chen Derong: "Because they all need you?"

Chen Leyao nodded: "Yes, they need something from me, their eyes are full of desire, but Jinli is different."

She said softly, "I didn't see the slightest desire for worldly money in her eyes. She doesn't value money at all. I admire such a person from the bottom of my heart. What's wrong with fulfilling her request?"

Chen Derong asked, puzzled, "It's just that we don't care about money. With our family background, we've never had to worry about money since we were born, so we don't care about money either."

Aren't you worried that Jinli will use the excuse of returning copyright fees to try and curry favor with you?

Chen Leyao suddenly smiled and said, "Xiao Rong, your judgment of people is still not very good."

You clearly saw the desire in Chu Chenliang's eyes, so why couldn't you see Jinli's clear gaze?

"When I said I didn't see any desire for worldly money in her eyes, I meant that people like that, whether they are rich or poor, will not change."

Money is something dispensable to them.

They have no desire for money, fame, or fortune. Whether they live a wealthy life, an ordinary life, or a poor life, they live the same way.

To these people, every lifestyle is the same.

It's like this is just a necessary step in my spiritual journey; I don't even know how someone like this got to this point.

At this point, Chen Leyao remained silent for a long time before slowly saying, "Perhaps, it really was fate that pushed her to continue."

Chen Derong was somewhat confused.

He knew his aunt had a keen eye for people, but he never imagined that the difference between them would be so vast.

He doesn't understand!
They said Jinli wasn't human, as if she didn't have her own joys and sorrows.

But Jinli clearly has her own needs in front of her aunt, doesn't she?
Chen Leyao didn't care whether Chen Derong understood or not. She was in poor health and had experienced life and death many times, so she had long since become indifferent to life.

Even now, money is something she can do without, and she can give it up at any time.

She saw through the world, and she also saw through her own life plagued by illness.

It was under this shared frequency of radio waves that she was able to see the essence of Jinli's soul and readily agree to her request.

Chen Leyao asked, "Has Jinli always had the habit of donating money?"

Chen Derong nodded: "I have investigated. She makes a large donation every month. After the college entrance examination results were released last year, she publicly said that she had prepared her own portrait for her funeral and that she had made a will to donate everything she had earned to society."

She said her success was a product of her time and cannot be replicated. The times made her who she is, and she will give back to society.

Immediately afterwards, Chen Derong actually saw envy in Chen Leyao's eyes!

The Chen family is an old and established family. They have accumulated an unimaginable amount of wealth since the previous generation, enough for an ordinary person to spend several lifetimes without being able to spend it all.

Why would Auntie envy Jinli?
Chen Leyao seemed to read his mind and whispered:

"I envy her because she can freely dispose of her wealth, which is not marked by her family and is free from any constraints."

To take from society and give back to society is something I can never do.

Although I don't rely on my family for some of my money, their reputation is so great that any member of the family represents the family's image in their words and actions. Even those who come to cooperate with me are there because of the family behind me.

Chen Leyao gave a self-deprecating laugh: "How much of it is because of me?"

“Every penny she earns is hers, while every penny I earn, though seemingly mine, actually belongs to my family. I can never do what she does.”

Chen Derong quickly said, "Auntie, in my heart, you are much better than Jinli!"

Chen Leyao shook her head: "I have already thoroughly analyzed myself. Although I have regrets and have been ill for many years, I have a huge amount of wealth, so I can't say that I am not perfect. You don't need to comfort me."

“De Rong, Jin Li is a star who is true to herself. I admire her very much and want to deepen our cooperation.”

I remember my family owns a jewelry company called Kim Pak Fook Jewellery, which specializes in selling gold and silver jewelry. They don't have a brand ambassador yet?

Chen Derong happened to have taken over the business of Jinbafu Jewelry last year, but he was transferred to another industry at the end of last year.

He said, "Yes, gold and silver jewelry is quite special. Its actual value follows the international gold price, while its decorative and emotional value gives gold and silver a different meaning. Therefore, the overall price has been rising and there is never a shortage of market."

“Even though the marriage market is sluggish, as an investment product, many people are willing to stock up and buy it. The Jinbafu brand has been thinking about whether to find a spokesperson and has had several candidates, but none of them made it to the final round.”

Chen Leyao asked, "What's the reason?"

Chen Derong hesitated for a moment and said, "The brand's senior management always felt that celebrities looked vulgar and lacked a noble aesthetic when they wore gold jewelry."

However, gold, as an investment item, could also serve as a form of currency in turbulent times, so they sought a representative who could embody a noble and refined image.

Chen Leyao said without hesitation, "Then you should suggest to them in my name that Jinli be considered as a candidate. I think the person who best embodies the nobility of gold is actually the one who cares least about gold."

"The more you care about gold, the more you can't escape the vulgarity of material possessions."
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The copyright contract issue for the pink-clad girl was addressed very quickly.

The next day, Jinli paid the copyright fees that had been owed over the years and signed a copyright transfer agreement with a lawyer.

Chen Leyao's name was already signed in the contract.

After Jinli signed her name, the copyright contract issue was completely resolved.

As the lawyer left, he also revealed a piece of information: "Ms. Chen said that only the Chen family knows about the copyright contract, and the details of the division of property cannot be disclosed."

"Mr. Chen Peixian will give you an explanation for what she did to the members of Pink Girls."

Jinli hesitated for a moment, "I've already retaliated in my own way. Ms. Chen Leyao doesn't need to go to this lengths for me."

The lawyer said, "I am merely relaying what Ms. Chen Leyao said. As for what she intends to do, I cannot dissuade her."

　Have a great weekend everyone!
　　(End of this chapter)