Actor: Thank you.

clap clap clap...

The performance of the play "Sunrise" has ended.

The actors went on stage to express their gratitude.

Zhang Yuan raised his arms high and clapped vigorously.

The cast includes Cheng Hao and Gu Zhixing, who played the teacher in "The Young Pioneers".

Teacher Wang Gang plays the bank manager who keeps the female lead as a mistress.

Teacher Liang Danni was later the wife of Feng Yuanzheng, the director of the Beijing People's Art Theatre.

After everyone bowed and expressed their gratitude, the troupe's vice president went on stage to speak.

The actors have all finished their performances and are covered in sweat. What are you, a leader, doing here to join in the fun?

Fortunately, it ended soon afterward.

Zhang Yuan was at the back door of the theater, sitting in his car waiting for Cheng Hao to remove her makeup and get off work.

"Here, flowers."

After the other person got into the car, they handed her a bottle of lilies.

"I almost ran up on stage to present the flowers just now, I did such a great job."

"That charming and alluring quality."

"The changes in tone and gestures are really nice."

"It's rare for you to praise me." Cheng Hao took the flower and smelled it.

"I saw you when you were thanking the audience earlier, the one standing the tallest."

"You've been looking for me, haven't you?"

"I don't have time; I have to concentrate when I'm performing," Cheng Hao honestly replied. "If I'm thinking about other things, I won't be able to perform well."

“That’s true.” Zhang Yuan didn’t seem to regret it. “We’ve prepared some cakes at home to celebrate your successful performance.”

"It's not like this is the only show."

"But I'm glad you have this intention."

As she spoke, the older sister opened her backpack and took out a navy blue, velvet, fitted women's dress that was packed in a bag.

"This is the dress you wore on stage just now."

"Yes, I borrowed it. I told the costume lady I plan to rehearse at home to get a feel for it." As she spoke, she gave Zhang Yuan a look that said, "Do you think I don't know what you're thinking?"

“Okay, I’ll rehearse with you tonight.” Zhang Yuan felt that the play had to be performed, and it had to be performed well.

"Don't tear it, it'll be a big problem if you break it."

Sitting in the driver's seat, Brother Long silently increased the pressure on the accelerator.

Both the man and woman were very satisfied with him.

It was another night of shared growth and progress.

On the other side, there was a couple who were exactly the opposite.

Not only were they dissatisfied, but their relationship had also deteriorated.

Lin Xinru found her former employer, Huayi.

When Zhang Yuan didn't answer her calls, he went to Wang Zhonglei's house.

In 06, she signed a contract with Huayi, who became her agent for performing arts work in mainland China.

It has just become independent.

"Come on, this is a home theater where you can watch movies right at home."

"This is a swimming pool."

"This is a large garden."

"This is our main dining room, which can accommodate 30 people at a time."

Xiao Wang first showed her around his large house.

It is called a manor villa and covers an area of ​​about 10 acres.

"How big is one mu?" Lin Xinru was also shocked when she saw it.

I certainly can't afford this kind of house.

"One mu is about 666 square meters, which is called 66 auspicious."

"Wow, what a luxurious house! Mr. Wang is so generous!" Lin Xinru immediately used her years of experience in the entertainment industry to start praising him.

Xiao Wang was overjoyed, and the two of them went to the living room to chat.

Xiao Wang leaned back on the Italian leather sofa and comfortably crossed his legs.

After showing off, I felt extremely satisfied.

They also said that Ruby Lin arrived late because it was dark, otherwise she could have seen their own big lawn.

It was indeed a luxury mansion, quite expensive and famous, the one that was later sold to pay off debts after bankruptcy...

But the bankruptcy of the wealthy is different from that of ordinary people.

Xiao Wang moved from this manor villa to a regular high-end detached villa with an indoor area of ​​about 1000 square meters.

Why do people go to such lengths to make money?

Because murder and arson truly bring wealth and honor.

Even if a rich person falls on hard times, they still far surpass the average person, and even reach the pinnacle that a middle-class person can achieve in a lifetime.

"Try it, the red wine I ordered in France is very good."

"I was originally planning to buy a winery."

Jack Ma bought it, and later inspired a group of people in the entertainment industry who were close to him to buy it as well.

Besides the one from "My Fair Princess," there's also Huang Xiaoming and Liu Jialing.

Whether they ultimately lost money or not, these people know the truth in their hearts.

Mr. Guo later bought a winery in Australia, but that was a preliminary step for his future immigration.

Lin Xinru then toasted the wine again.

It took more than an hour just to praise the boss and make him brag.

"Mr. Wang, actually I came here today because I need your help with something."

"Ah...yes, what is it? Tell me." Xiao Wang was overjoyed.

"I'm planning to produce my own TV series soon, you know that."

"Yes, it's good."

Xiao Wang is not opposed to it because Hua Yi has basically given up on the TV series project, so there is no conflict.

"But now there's a problem with this play; it's being watched by someone."

"Someone is preventing me from filming and is trying to block me."

"Who's being so domineering?" Xiao Wang took another sip of his drink.

"You're very famous, blocking A-list actresses, that's impressive."

"So you want me to help you with this, to talk to the other party, right?"

“Yes, you are the most capable and well-connected boss I know.” Lin Xinru immediately flattered him: “With your help, you can definitely solve my problems.”

"Hehe, that's for sure. I can't speak for other things, but in the Chinese entertainment industry, everyone has to give me some face."

"Even people in the business world give him face."

"What exactly happened, and how did it happen?" Xiao Wang asked with a flourish.

"I used someone else's production team, and they have a problem with it," Princess Ziwei said evasively.

"Did you discuss using someone else's team with them?"

"Whose team?"

"Yu Zheng is the producer of 'Beauty's Rival in Palace,' but I didn't tell him."

"Oh, he didn't say. He's dissatisfied because he used his people." Xiao Wang understood.

"Quite the boast, even going so far as to block you."

"It's okay, I'll just have someone put in a good word for him. We've worked together as artists before."

“It wasn’t him,” Lin Xinru interrupted. “It was his boss who wanted to block me.”

"Oh, that's alright. It doesn't matter who it is; it's just a matter of making a call."

"That's great." Lin Xinru breathed a sigh of relief.

"Who's his boss?"

"Zhang Yuan."

Wang Zhonglei: ...

Everyone in the Chinese entertainment industry gives me face, but you chose to be the only one who doesn't.

"I remember he was quite close to you," Lin Xinru continued, babbling on.

She didn't know much about Zhang Yuan's situation.

Although they are both in the entertainment industry, they are in different circles, and information may not circulate freely.

"It's quite close." Xiao Wang smacked his lips a few times. The red wine that he had just drunk usually tasted very fruity, but now it tasted sour and bitter.
Has it gone bad?
"Then it's up to you."

"Wait a minute." Xiao Wang said seriously, suppressing his displeasure.

Lin Xinru heard what he said and then looked at his expression.

what happened?

Seeing that this usually arrogant boss was now trembling slightly in his facial muscles, as if he was having a hard time keeping his composure.

No way, even him...

"You used their team first without asking, right?" Xiao Wang asked seriously.

"Yes."

"Then there's nothing we can do." The man shrugged. "It's morally wrong; you're not in the right."

"I can't help with things that are unreasonable."

"This is a matter of principle," Xiao Wang said sanctimoniously. It wasn't that he didn't want to.

Hearing the name Zhang Yuan makes me angry.

Normally, he would have been furious, waved his hand, and immediately notified his associates to confront him directly, demonstrating his power.

Let Zhang Yuan know what a veteran senior is like.

We'll turn this upside down, it's a fight to the death.

Only in this way can one demonstrate the demeanor of a "hero".

But recently...

The company's board of directors forced the two brothers to approve the transaction plan for "No Man's Land".

We've just received the first batch of 2000 million, and there are still several batches of money to come in.

Should I avoid his sharp edge?
I'll avoid it (stubborn face).

Otherwise, if the money runs out, Jack Ma will call a meeting and drag a bunch of shareholders along to berate me.

The world is never short of people who can be brought down by a mere penny.

A man with money is a hero; a man without money is nothing.

He had never felt so frustrated in his entire life.

I never imagined that in just a few years, a former junior colleague could make me feel so frustrated.

He gritted his teeth and shook his head.

I endured it, but the anger didn't subside; it lingered in my heart.

Lin Xinru was completely dumbfounded.

You were so arrogant just now, how come you've turned 180 degrees?

I've praised you for so long, my mouth is dry from saying so much... and this is it?
It's like putting on makeup, spraying perfume, and wearing sexy lingerie to go on a date with your new boyfriend, only to find out when you're lying in bed and taking off your clothes that he just came from the palace.

I still prefer your old, rebellious self. Why don't you go back to your old self?
"Come find me again later if you need anything else."

"Remember this mistake and don't repeat it. You must follow the rules." He even acted as if he were teaching you how to do things.

She was kicked out of the house not long after.

Ziwei now wants to go to Daming Lake to wash her face and clear her head.

I felt something was increasingly wrong.

Why did even President Wang back down when I mentioned Zhang Yuan's name?

What should I do?
This doesn't seem like something that can be solved by selling your ass.

Just as she was feeling flustered and worried, the phone in her handbag rang.

"Xinru, how are things going on your end?" Su Youpeng called her.

Ziwei gave a brief explanation.

"He won't answer your calls."

"Also, did you go to see Huayi?"

"What was the result?" Su Youpeng was flustered. Lin Xinru didn't know, but he did.

The relationship between these two parties has been strained recently.

"No results. They always talk a big game, but they can't help at all."

"So all you can do is talk." Just those few hours have wiped out about 70-80% of the respect Lin Xinru had for Hua Yi.

"It's good that there's no result." The Fifth Prince breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

No result is the best result. My friend is too impatient. It would have caused a big disaster if there had been a result.

"Don't worry, I'll call and ask for you."

That's more than enough of a friend.

Su Youpeng tried calling several times, but couldn't get through; the phone kept saying it was switched off.

It wasn't until the next morning, after a night of fun, that Zhang Yuan realized he hadn't turned his phone on.

"It's so annoying, I have to send my clothes to the dry cleaners again."

"Do you know how the people at that dry cleaner always look at me?!" Cheng Hao complained, pointing her finger at his forehead after getting up.

"Why not just let Dandan go? Don't go through all that trouble."

"Even an assistant has a sense of shame, constantly covering for you, you shameless person."

Zhang Yuan didn't even bother to mention that this guy now earns nearly 50 yuan a year, all sorts of things combined.

There are plenty of people who would risk their lives to make this kind of money, let alone be shameless.

50 yuan is enough to find a clean and tidy college girl to have my child these days.

"Hey, Youpeng, what's up?"

After turning on his phone, he received a text message and replied to Su Youpeng.

"Lin Xinru is looking for me?"

Yes, that's true.

"I turned off my phone yesterday, sorry."

"Let her come over. We can meet at my new house. Or you can come and visit too."

He glanced at his phone; several days had passed since I made that statement.

It seems some people won't know the pain until they suffer a loss.

Actually, he didn't have to put in too much effort.

It was just a few phone calls.

Besides Youku, he also called Zhang Huali, who had been promoted to vice president of Hunan TV.

If all goes well, his name will be listed as a producer on the set of "The Glamorous Imperial Concubine".

But Zhang Yuan told him that there were some problems with the show.

There are problems with both personnel and finances.

The other party thought that if Zhang Yuan said there was a problem, it was either a real problem or there wasn't, but he wanted the play to have a problem.

He said there was a problem, and it was a problem from the start.

We have a good relationship and work well together, so there's no need to make things unpleasant.

So he instructed his subordinates to take a break and re-examine the project plan.

Zhang Yuan did these two things, then rested and began studying the script.

His simple act of kindness was a devastating blow to Ruby Lin.

He straightened his clothes and prepared to go to the big house to greet the guest and have a chat with him.

Before he even left the house, Fan Bingbing called him.

"Boss Zhang, let me give you a work report."

This person is very excited!
With the Double 11 shopping festival now over, Taobao's total sales this year are around 10 billion yuan.

The emerging cosmetics brand Fanmei, thanks to the support of Taobao's "principles," secured excellent advertising slots, resulting in sales far exceeding the average.

The brand has accumulated sales of over ten million yuan in just a few months since its establishment.

Selling the factory and brand now can generate more than three times the initial investment.

Because the valuation of unlisted companies is generally calculated by multiplying the annual sales revenue by a factor of 1.

I said I wanted to participate.

"Yes, yes, you're absolutely right." Fan Bingbing was in a great mood and was very flattering.

"Build a good relationship with Alibaba so that I can participate every year and strive for a good position."

"We also need to stock up on goods, as we can foresee that Double 11 will become increasingly popular, and most of our online sales will rely on Taobao."

"Okay, let's talk later. I have something to take care of, and it's someone you know."

Fan Xiaopang became even more excited when talking about how he recently "dealt with" Ruby Lin.

"Where?"

"She wants to see you?"

"Correct."

Can I just stand by and watch?

Back then, I could only be a "maid," but now that I've risen to power, who's the maid now?
Fan Bingbing is a magnanimous woman, but her magnanimity is directed outwards and towards important matters.

It would be a shame not to join in on this great event.

"Alright, I'll wait for you." Zhang Yuan guessed what she was thinking.

Women are really something... Actually, quite a few men are like that too.

Don't underestimate a young man's potential; now that he's not poor, he should show some strength.

Moreover, Fan Bingbing's presence has its advantages; it can serve as a real-world example.

Now that Fan Bingbing is working with him, they are very successful both professionally and commercially, which Lin Xinru can see for herself.

Zhang Yuan's main purpose in doing this was certainly not to stand up for his "little brother".

Yu Zheng is no good either.

If there's no benefit to it, why would I bother with all this effort?

Regardless of what Yu Zheng thinks, I've found a pretext to stand on the moral high ground this time.

As for Ruby Lin, let's set aside her character and such, because character is worthless in the entertainment industry.

Its commercial and professional value is considerable for many years to come.

Now it has just become independent.

I wanted to let her experience the dangers of the outside world.

Only then can we talk business.

Yu Zheng was merely acting, while he was acting with real people. (End of Chapter)