Marry a female star at a bargain price

Chapter 166 165. Han Xixi wants to climb a mountain
Friday afternoon.

The signing ceremony of the cooperation agreement between Chaobai Town and Benda Group on the construction of an auto parts factory was held at the Anyang County Government, with a number of county leaders in attendance.

At the signing ceremony, the leaders smiled brightly.

After the signing was completed, County Mayor Liu Wang specially called Qin Zhenggang and Lin Xiao to his office and gave them some encouragement.

Especially to Lin Xiao.

Liu Wang spoke in a warm tone, as if the "suspension" punishment last week had never happened. He urged him to keep up the good work, maintain the large enterprise of Benda Group, and provide good service for the parts factory project.

Lin Xiao inexplicably felt that he and the county magistrate had a quarrel at the head of the bed and made up at the foot of the bed.

I boldly asked, "Thank you for County Liu's trust. What about the project developed in Laoyashan..."

As soon as these words came out, Liu Wang and Qin Zhenggang's faces changed.

Qin Zhenggang didn't expect this kid to be so aggressive. He had warned him in advance, but he was still so impulsive.

"Oh, let's not mention the matter of Laoya Mountain anymore!" Qin Zhenggang hurriedly tried to smooth things over.

Lin Xiao didn't buy it at all, and continued to talk big in front of the county magistrate: "Why can't I bring it up? The day before yesterday, the general manager of Guijia Group Ninghai Branch called me personally and said that after the company's investigation, it has preliminarily confirmed the intention to develop Laoya Mountain.

"The fact that we have been recognized by Guijia Group shows that the natural resources of Laoya Mountain are good enough. For this development, selling the mountain to build a resort hotel is secondary. The most important thing is that once this project is completed, it will drive the development of rural tourism in Chaobai Town, thereby promoting the healthy development of tourism in various villages, and driving tens of thousands of villagers to find new jobs and increase their incomes... Now that the time, place and people are right, why not do it?"

After saying this, Liu Wang's expression calmed down.

After the cooperation with the auto parts factory, he had a new assessment of Lin Xiao's abilities, especially knowing that this guy could also write songs and compose songs. His wealth was earned by writing songs, so he had no shortage of money at all.

He was convinced that Lin Xiao's enthusiasm for work came entirely from his heart, and not from any desire to gain any benefit from it.

Such cadres may act more radically and speak more aggressively.

Liu Wang also thought it was great.

If he doesn't have the ability to tolerate others, then his career would be in vain.

So at that moment, he faced Lin Xiao's red-mouthed questioning.

His expression remained unchanged, he just smiled and said: "I admit that the development of Laoya Mountain has many advantages, but to say that it is the right time, the right place, and the right people? That's not quite right! Of these three, at most we only have the 'right place'. The wrong time, and the right people are even more nonsense!"

Qin Zhenggang breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that the county magistrate's tone was calm and he was no longer as angry as he was last time when he slammed the table.

Lin Xiao listened quietly.

Liu Wang said seriously, "Although 14 years have passed since the Guan Zhenshan incident, it is clear that the notoriety and influence are still there. As soon as the villagers of Xiaguan Village started making trouble, rumors spread all over the town, saying that there will be several more Guan Zhenshans in your town. You have all heard these words, right?"

The two men didn't say anything, obviously they had heard it.

Liu Wang smiled and said, "Not to mention, once the reporter from People's Livelihood Concern came, all the city leaders knew about this matter, and they were all very nervous - they were afraid that this matter would be hyped up on the Internet, and that such an old matter would become a new hot topic. That would really be like shooting oneself in the foot, treating a disease when there is no disease, asking for trouble! Lin Xiao, do you think this is the 'right time'?"

Lin Xiao was speechless.

Liu Wang added: "As for 'harmony among people', that's even more nonsense! I have carefully learned that the conflicts between the villagers of Shangxiaguan Village and Shangxiaguan Village have been accumulated for decades. Once Laoya Mountain officially enters the development process, the farce of the past few days will immediately come back again.

"Stability overrides everything. This is the purpose of our work! It is not worth it to be petitioned, reported, and smeared by the masses again and again for the sake of economic development! You are all good cadres who perform their duties conscientiously. Can you withstand such rumors and slander?"

These words were spoken in such a earnest tone that Lin Xiao was speechless.

In the end, this bold suggestion ended with a direct rejection by County Mayor Liu Wang.

After leaving the office, Qin Zhenggang didn't say much, just patted Lin Xiao on the shoulder.

What I mean is: Now that the county magistrate has personally vetoed this project, you should give up now, right?
Lin Xiao said nothing, but he refused to admit defeat.

"Give up? It's too early!"

……

back home.

After dinner, Lin Xiao and Han Xixi took a walk on the country road as usual.

Han Xixi was in a good mood.

Over the past week, much of the negative comments on the Internet have subsided, as netizens' attention has long been drawn to new online hot spots.

Of course, Xixi's good mood has nothing to do with this.

She is now like a fish, soaring in the green mountains and clear waters of the countryside. The feeling of being isolated from the hustle and bustle is indescribably free.

On Wednesday she went to Haicheng to attend an offline event.

She went there that day and came back the next afternoon. Lin Xiao even took half a day off to pick her up at the airport. He was worried at the time that she was notorious and that her offline events might be pelted with eggs or something by her crazy black fans.

Nothing happened.

Xixi's mood was not affected at all. Instead, her face was full of excitement and joy.

Hearing Lin Xiao's doubt, she couldn't help laughing: "Oh, I've let these things go a long time ago, they're nothing at all!"

Lin Xiao found her open-minded attitude funny for no reason.

"What do you want to open?"

"Come to your senses, the netizens who scold me don't really hate me!"

"Huh? What is that?"

"There is too much pressure in society now, and everyone needs an outlet to vent their emotions!"

Han Xixi looked very serious and said, "To be frank, I am just a stranger to most netizens. I haven't done anything harmful to the world. At most, I just played a trick on another female star.

"This matter has no direct bearing on the interests of netizens, and it is impossible for them to hate me from the bottom of their hearts. I have been scolded a lot online recently. On the one hand, netizens are following the trend, and on the other hand, everyone is under great pressure in life. If there is an annoying female star to scold and vent emotions, why not do it?"

Lin Xiao was surprised and pinched her little face.

"Oh, it hurts!" Han Xixi angrily opened his hand.

"Little girl, are you feeling open-minded now? Does this count as taking part in the game and benefiting netizens?" Lin Xiao joked.

"Hehe...it's okay to say that!"

"Then how about giving you the 'Best Blackmail Award'?"

"..."

Han Xixi snorted arrogantly.

Knowing that some people have been having trouble at work or encountering setbacks in their careers recently, I don't argue with them and just let them make fun of me.

Walk to the village entrance and return the same way.

Han Xixi then asked, "How is the development of Laoya Mountain going?"

Lin Xiao said bluntly: "It's hopeless! The county magistrate told me directly today that in order to avoid the impact, this project cannot be done!"

Han Xixi was silent for a moment, looking as if he had expected it.

"But it's been 14 years since Guan Zhenshan's case. Do so many people really remember it?" She was puzzled.

Lin Xiao sighed helplessly and smiled bitterly, "The leader said yes, but it's also possible that there is no! If this matter is not handled well, it will easily affect the leader's official hat. It is understandable that the leaders are very cautious... I will think of another way!"

Han Xixi asked him seriously: "What else can you do?"

Lin Xiao was left speechless by the question.

Yes, at this point, he is at his wits' end.

No matter how capable you are of moving mountains and seas, how well you can attract developers, and how well you can package and promote the project, if your superiors don't give the green light, the project will never move forward, and all your efforts will be in vain!

Lin Xiao now feels as powerless as if he was punching cotton.

Now I am really in the dark and completely helpless.

Seeing him like this, Han Xixi said nothing, but his eyes rolled around violently, as if he had made some kind of decision.

Early the next morning.

Lin Xiao sent Xixi to the airport, as she was going to attend another official promotional event for the "Night Wind Bloom" crew.

This time, Han Xixi didn't let Lin Xiao accompany him, because he had worked hard for a week and needed to have a good rest at home.

Lin Xiao didn't think much about it and smoothly accepted his wife's kindness.

After watching Han Xixi pass the security check accompanied by his assistant, he returned the same way.

Three hours later.

Han Xixi landed in Haicheng and was arranged by the crew to go to a shopping mall. She put on makeup backstage and prepared to have an offline fan meeting with the main creators.

Today’s theme remains the same, let’s continue to make trouble.

Han Xixi was already familiar with the role and asked the assistant director: "How should we act this time? Should we continue to be sarcastic or just go for it?"

The assistant director's mouth twitched when asked this question.

I was thinking that I was used to seeing female celebrities pretending to be bad in order to maintain their image, but this was the first time I saw someone who was willing to ruin her own image by playing a villain.

After holding it in for a long time, he said, "Teacher Han...just hold back a little bit!"

Han Xixi raised her eyebrows: What does it mean to act in a restrained manner?
The assistant director said, "Now that 'Night Wind' is halfway through its broadcast, the plot has entered a period of fatigue, and the ratings and online popularity have declined. The plot is a flaw, and hype alone cannot change the current reputation. Therefore, we did not think of relying on the dispute between you and Teacher Yu to further attract online attention."

This is strange to hear.

Zhou Hui said unhappily: "Then why did you insist on dragging our Xixi to participate in the event? Xixi only sang the theme song, she is not the lead actress, she can participate in the offline event or not!"

The assistant director said respectfully: "The main reason we invited Teacher Han here today is to prepare for the next step of clearing our name!"

Zhou Hui's face brightened.

"Whitewash?"

"Yes! The publicity team has studied it and plans to arrange for Teacher Han and Teacher Yu to have a grand reconciliation before the end of "Night Wind Flower". This kind of plot reversal can attract the attention of netizens to the greatest extent, and then create a wave of popularity at the end!"

The assistant director looked respectful, obviously knowing that the reason why this drama has become so popular today is not because of how well it was filmed or how good the male and female leads are.

It was all thanks to the brave warrior in front of him who took the risk and threw himself into the game.

This is a man who understands.

He continued, "According to what we have discussed before, the whitewashing plan will be provided by Teacher Han, and Teacher Yu will fully cooperate. So... Sister Hui can now consider the clarification document, and it will be sent out around next Friday!"

Zhou Hui nodded, feeling a sense of relief as if the clouds had finally cleared and the moon was finally visible.

After the assistant director left, she asked Han Xixi: "Do you have any ideas? If not, I will ask the company's public relations department to come up with a plan..."

Before he finished speaking, Han Xixi interrupted: "Don't bother the company, I have already thought of a plan!"

Zhou Hui paused.

Looking at this beautiful woman with her big, rolling eyes, I felt inexplicably nervous again, wondering what new tricks she had come up with.

Soon, the event started and ended.

Powder room.

Yu Anan was playing with her phone and removing her makeup while listening to her agent talking about the next promotional plan. She couldn't help but frowning more and more.

"What? Climbing a mountain?!"

She couldn't help but exclaim.

Wan Fang was puzzled, "That's all they asked you to do: go hiking with her, both of you dressed up beautifully, take a photo, post it on Weibo, and show off your sisterly love. Wouldn't that clear up the recent online rumors?"

Yu Anan was furious and very reluctant: "Just clarify it, why don't we just get together and take a couple of photos now? Why do we have to go all the way to climb a mountain? My time is free, right? I don't agree!"

As she said that, she threw her phone onto the table, startling the makeup artist who was carefully removing powder from her face.

Wan Fang sighed and said patiently, "Little Ancestor, please let me save some trouble. When we decided on the promotion plan, we had already agreed with them that they would cooperate with us in the early stage and we would cooperate with them in the later stage.

"During this promotional period, Han Xixi has lived up to her mission, acting crazy and foolish, destroying her own image, making you look pitiful, and your popularity has soared. Now that "Night Wind and Flower" has become a hit, you, as the leading actress, have benefited the most, and your ability to carry a drama has been proven. In the future, good scripts and big productions will come to you continuously, and we can be said to have taken advantage of everything.

"The show hasn't ended yet, so don't let any more twists and turns happen at this critical juncture. Besides, Han Xixi's request is not excessive. Taking two photos in the house is indeed not more convincing than going on a trip together. When netizens saw that the two girls were in a good relationship and were traveling together, the online rumors were self-defeating.

"Han Xixi has cleared her name, so we won't suffer any loss. We can attract another wave of traffic during the show's finale, and let you, the heroine, become a big hit again, adding fuel to the fire! So, you should cooperate and stop acting like a spoiled brat!"

After her agent's analysis, Yu Anan was able to suppress her anger.

But the more I thought about it, the more something seemed wrong.

"This Han Xixi may be young, but he's quite tough!"

Yu Anan sneered, "For the sake of popularity, she dared to bring bad things upon herself, but she also found a way to whitewash herself. I admire her a little bit... I have to be careful with her in the future!"

Wan Fang rolled her eyes and sighed, "Why are you on guard against her? She's a singer and you're an actor. We're on completely different tracks. After this collaboration, we'll have nothing to do with each other anymore!"

Yu Anan was furious: "How come they are not related at all? Have you forgotten that she was the one who snatched the endorsement of the Kalia Magic series from me last time?"

When talking about this matter, Yu Anan became furious and her teeth were itching with hatred.

Wan Fang was also angry, but overall she was rational and continued, "Yes, you two are of similar age, with similar looks and temperaments, so you are natural competitors in terms of fashion resources. But this time, Kalia specifically asked to sing the theme song, and Han Xixi did come up with a song that met the brand's requirements, so they won by their own strength, not by any underhanded tactics."

She paused and continued, "Besides, in the entertainment industry, you're always competing with this person or that person. Even if Han Xixi is gone, there are still others, right?"

Yu Anan was silent and stopped talking.

Wan Fang continued, "Compared to other young actresses, Han Xixi is not that competitive with you. Moreover, from my observation, this little girl is not a good person. She has survived so many times of being blackmailed by the whole network without any trouble. If we really make enemies with her, it may not be a good thing... Why don't you take this opportunity to climb the mountain and make friends with her. Don't make friends with her, but don't make enemies with her. What do you think?"

Yu Anan curled her lips and did not comment.

After a while, he suddenly remembered something and stood up from his chair: "No! Han Xixi suggested climbing the mountain. Could it be that he wanted to push me off the mountain to get revenge?"

Wan Fang: “???”

It’s over, this child might be suffering from paranoia!
(End of this chapter)