My minimum living allowance is credited to my account every day with 1000 million yuan

Wang Jian's anger vanished instantly, and he even forced a slightly awkward smile. His tone softened, revealing a hint of lingering fear that he himself didn't realize: "Ah... haha, I have plans, that's good... Gentlemen or ladies, if it's convenient, we can all come together. It's mainly for the fun of it..."

Not wanting to offend them, Qin Ning explained, "It's a female friend; she doesn't like interacting with strangers."

This means—it's not that I'm being disrespectful, it's just that my friends don't like it, so please don't make things difficult for me.

Upon hearing Qin Ning explain that it was a "female friend" and that she didn't like meeting strangers, Wang Jian and Wang Lun instantly relaxed! It wasn't Chen Xiao! Everything was negotiable! A relaxed expression unconsciously appeared on their faces, and the atmosphere eased considerably.

Qin Jun, as if struck by a sudden inspiration, interjected with a hint of probing: "Could it be... Xiao Yuting, President Xiao?" He remembered that Xiao Yuting was also a former car model and should know Qin Ning and the others.

The name "Xiao Yuting" was like a curse, causing Wang Jian's heart to tighten suddenly as he had just relaxed! He instantly recalled the fear of being dominated by Chen Xiao in the Zichen Palace! Because of Xiao Yuting, he was almost played to death by Chen Xiao! Now, hearing this name sent chills down his spine!
He shook his head. "No."

The group wanted to ask everyone they couldn't afford to offend, and once they confirmed that none of them were the people in question, they were relieved.

With the all-clear lifted, Wang Jian's spoiled brat arrogance returned. He straightened his back again and said to Qin Ning in a condescending tone, "Bring your friends along. We're planning to make a movie. We might give you some roles—"

Listening to Wang Jian's boasting, Liu Gang inwardly cursed, "Prepare for a movie my ass! A blockbuster? I'm already on President Chen's ship! This ship is stable and luxurious, who would want your beat-up sampan for investment? Roles? They've been decided long ago! They were all chosen by President Chen, who gave you, Wang Jian, a chance to interfere?"

As he was inwardly grumbling, Wang Jian, as if to prove he could "keep his word," suddenly turned his head and asked him in a commanding tone, "Liu Gang, give me two roles, is that alright?" This was entirely to show off his influence in front of Qin Ning and Xie Xiaoxiao.

Normally, Liu Gang would have readily agreed; it was just a minor role, no need to offend Wang Jian. But now, if he casually agreed and then couldn't actually give him the role, Wang Jian would be furious and accuse him of playing him, which would be even more troublesome! He couldn't afford to offend Hua Di, who was behind Wang Jian!
Liu Gang could only manage two dry laughs: "Hehe, President Wang..." He tried to gloss over the situation with laughter, thinking: You should understand why I'm not responding, right? I can't give it to you!

Little did Wang Jian know that he'd been having a lot of bad luck lately and was already seething with anger. Now, a director dared to disrespect him, and he roared, "What the hell are you laughing at? Are you out here to sell your smiles? I asked you to provide two roles, not the lead, the second or third, anything goes—"

Spit almost landed on Liu Gang's face!

Xie Xiaoxiao glanced at the time and realized that it was almost time to meet Zhang Ziqian. She gently tugged at Qin Ning's sleeve and whispered, "Let's go, ignore them, Ziqian will be here soon." She gestured with her eyes, indicating that they shouldn't waste time around this group of troublemakers.

Qin Ning wasn't particularly interested in the role. If he could get close to President Chen, even a little bit of his money would be better than being in the entertainment industry.

At this moment, Wang Jian had already pointed the Moutai at Liu Gang, and Qin Jun glared at him: "Old Liu! What the hell is wrong with you?! President Wang wants two roles, just give them to him already, what are you dawdling for?!"

Liu Gang realized he couldn't avoid it any longer and inwardly groaned. He couldn't just brush it off, but he also couldn't force himself to agree! Otherwise, the consequences would be dire!

He could only force a smile that looked more like a grimace and explain, "President Wang, President Qin, it's really...it's not that I don't want to do it! The second and third female leads for this production I'm working on have indeed been cast...the contracts have been signed..."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jian's face turned green. Wasn't this a blatant humiliation? He turned to look at Qin Jun, losing all interest in his meal. He wasn't very familiar with Director Liu; Qin Jun had introduced them.

"It's settled?!" Wang Jian's face turned green upon hearing this! This was a blatant slap in the face! He turned to look at Qin Jun, his eyes filled with the question, "Who did you find?!" He even lost his appetite.

Qin Jun lost face and shouted angrily, "Go to hell! Once it's decided, can't it be changed?! Who decided it?! Who did you decide?!"

Director Liu could only honestly reply, "Qin Yaling and Chen Xiaoyan."

"Qin Yaling? Chen Xiaoyan?" Qin Jun frowned, searching his memory for a long time, but couldn't recall who these people were. "You're not fucking hiring two newcomers, are you? Isn't this supposed to be a big production? Using newcomers in the main roles? Have you lost your mind?!"

Before Liu Gang could answer, Qin Jun immediately pressed on, "Is it... someone connected to an investor?" He felt that only this reason could make Liu Gang so stubbornly refuse to change personnel, as if it were a done deal.

Liu Gang nodded vigorously, "Yes, yes! President Qin, you are right!"

Qin Jun invited him here tonight, saying he wanted to invest in his film. But the investment for his film had already been handled by General Manager Chen, so why would he accept their investment? Therefore, he said he would host the dinner, firstly to explain the situation; secondly, it would be an opportunity for him to get to know big shots like Wang Lun and Wang Jian.

Upon hearing that it was someone sent by an investor, Qin Jun breathed a sigh of relief, feeling there was still room for maneuver. He snorted coldly and cursed with a sense of superiority, "You're really getting worse as you get older! What kind of investor is he, more influential than our CEO Wang?! Tell me, I'll go talk to him! Make him give up the role!" He felt that with himself and Wang Jian working together, there were few people in the industry who would dare to disrespect them.

Wang Jian and Wang Lun also stared coldly at Liu Gang, waiting for him to mention the name of the "investor" so they could put pressure on him.

Looking at the arrogant attitude of these men, Liu Gang sighed inwardly: "You think you can compete with that guy for face? Aren't you just asking for humiliation?!"

He coughed twice, a very strange expression on his face, and lowered his voice to say to Qin Jun, "President Qin... actually... you know that investor too..." "I know him?" Qin Jun was taken aback, then perked up even more, "If I know him, that makes things easier! Tell me quickly, who is it?" He felt that since it was an acquaintance, it would be easier to talk to him.

Liu Gang's expression became even more awkward. He leaned closer and, in a voice only a few could hear, cautiously reminded him:
"Do you...do you remember...that person we met at that famous Sichuan restaurant in Jiangzhou..."

boom--

As if struck by lightning, all color drained from his face instantly! His body stiffened abruptly, as if he had been hit by a high-voltage current! His eyes widened, filled with extreme fear and disbelief!

Holy crap! It's him?!
Chen Xiao?! How could he invest in that guy Liu Gang?!

The project he's eyeing... what's the point of us even participating?!
A tremendous fear gripped Qin Jun instantly! He felt his legs go weak!

"Oh...oh oh..." Qin Jun's voice was extremely dry and trembling noticeably; his previous arrogance had vanished without a trace. "Then...then it's alright...it's alright...good choice! Good choice! Qin Yaling and Chen Xiaoyan, right? Great names! Definitely suitable! Haha...they can collaborate on any movies I invest in in the future if they're interested. Haha—"

He was rambling incoherently, wanting nothing more than to end the conversation immediately, as if the name "Chen Xiao" were a plague, something that would kill him if he were touched!
Wang Jian and Wang Lun were both completely baffled, wondering why the Qin army had changed so quickly, and who this person even knew. Couldn't this guy have some integrity, some principles?
While wiping the cold sweat that had instantly beaded on his forehead, Qin Jun frantically winked at Wang Jian and Wang Lun, his voice urgent and pleading: "Go! Go! Let's go in first! We'll talk inside! It's windy outside..."

Strong winds? In July, strong winds are actually good, they keep it cool!
Wang Jian knew there must be something going on. With doubts, he walked inside with Qin Jun and Wang Lun, not forgetting to say to Qin Ning, "Our private room is 888. Come over and chat for a bit later."

Qin Ning remained silent. What a coincidence; their private room was 999, right next to 888. Sigh, running into these people—she hoped they wouldn't spoil tonight's dinner.

"Let's go, let's get in quickly. We've wasted so much time, otherwise I could have cleared two levels by now..." His tone was full of "anxiety" about the game's progress.

Xie Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes. Qin Ning was going crazy too. It seemed the pressure of 300 levels a week from President Chen was immense. The threat of "a lump on the roadside" was truly a Damocles' sword hanging over her head!

The two deliberately slowed their pace, dawdling, hoping to wait for Wang Jian and his group to enter the private room first, so as to avoid an awkward encounter.

At that moment, the heavy door of VIP room 888 had just closed behind him, shutting out the noise outside. Wang Jianli immediately pressed for an answer, his voice filled with suppressed urgency:

"President Qin! What exactly happened just now? That investor Liu Gang mentioned... who do you know... who is he?!"

Qin Jun glanced outside to confirm that only the people in the private room were there, then took a deep breath, leaned close to Wang Jian and Wang Lun, and uttered the taboo-like name in an almost whispered, trembling voice:
"Junxiao Group - President Chen." He didn't even dare to call him "Chen Xiao" by his full name, as if those two words themselves carried an ominous power.

But those few words seemed to have a magical power. They could supposedly cure children's night crying. When Wang Jian heard this, his face changed drastically. All his previous arrogance vanished, and he slumped down like a wilted eggplant.

Wang Lun's reaction was even more intense! He was already highly sensitive to the word "Chen," and upon hearing the name "President Chen," his pupils constricted sharply! A chill ran from the soles of his feet straight to the top of his head! He remembered his father's humble offering of "Wansheng Film and Television," and the utter fear of hiding in the capital! Almost instinctively, he slumped down, his hands unconsciously gripping the armrests of the chair tightly, his knuckles turning white from the force, as if only in this way could he keep himself from collapsing.

The two men seemed to have all their energy drained away in an instant, turning into two wilted eggplants, slumped in their chairs, their eyes filled only with lingering fear and deep apprehension. All conversations about the film, the role, the investment… came to an abrupt halt! Not a single word was uttered! A deathly silence fell over the private room, broken only by slightly heavy breathing.

Liu Gang, who had been carefully observing the expressions of the three big shots, took in all of this!
Seeing Wang Jian and Wang Lun, who were just moments ago pontificating and acting arrogantly, now pale with fear and not daring to utter a sound just from hearing the name "General Manager Chen," Liu Gang felt incredibly satisfied! It was even more exhilarating than drinking ice-cold plum juice on a sweltering summer day!
This group of people, who usually act arrogantly in public, as if the King of Heaven were number one and they were number two, are now so intimidated by the name of General Manager Chen that they don't dare utter a sound. He was extremely smug, thinking that if he could get on General Manager Chen's good side in the future, would these people still dare to boss him around?
Thinking of this incredibly "bright" future, Liu Gang became even more determined: He had to! He had to go all out! To make Qin Yaling and Chen Xiaoyan famous! He had to throw resources at them! He had to use his connections! He had to spare no expense! He had to make President Chen see his ability and loyalty! This was his pledge of allegiance! This was the ladder to his "golden thigh"!

Little did he know that those two might not even hold a high position in President Chen's eyes. However, those who did hold a position in Chen Xiao's circle wouldn't even look down on him.

Putting everything else aside, Meng Ziyi was already a huge star, and now he's the boss of Junxiao Film and Television (renamed after being acquired by Wansheng Film and Television). Now, in the entire entertainment industry, who doesn't have to be mindful of President Meng's feelings?

Previously, rumors circulated within the industry that Meng Ziyi had a close relationship with the mysterious boss of Junxiao Group. Now, Wansheng Film and Television has been renamed Junxiao Film and Television, and is fully managed by Meng Ziyi. This is no longer just a rumor; it's an official confirmation, a public announcement! It completely confirms the existence of the real bigwig behind her!
The deathly silence in the private room continued. Wang Jian and Wang Lun were still reeling from the aftershocks of fear. Qin Jun wiped the sweat from his brow with lingering unease. Liu Gang, on the other hand, wore an air of smug satisfaction, fantasizing about the glory that awaited him after climbing the social ladder.

Meanwhile, at the door of the adjacent 999 VIP room, Qin Ning and Xie Xiaoxiao finally welcomed the radiant and capable Zhang Ziqian. Seeing the two standing at the door, Zhang Ziqian smiled and said, "Were you waiting impatiently?"

"Ziqian!" Xie Xiaoxiao immediately came to greet her, and Qin Ning also put aside her thoughts and smiled.

Zhang Ziqian looked at Qin Ning holding his phone and immediately laughed, "What, you've joined the mobile game army too?"

Speaking of this, Qin Ning sighed. The name "Grand Marshal of the Army" had truly become a trap of its own making.
But in front of Zhang Ziqian, she still put on a brave face, saying, "It's mainly because Xiaoxiao endorses the game, so I'm supporting her too. She said that President Chen and President Zhang are playing it, so I'll participate as well." (End of Chapter)