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Chapter 70: A "Message" from Yang Mi

What are the benefits of signing with Hotbar?
Once this question entered Chen Xiu's mind, a whole host of answers quickly emerged.

According to her memories from her previous life, after "Diamond Lover" aired, Dilraba became a second-tier actress with great popularity. She was expected to continue to rise in popularity and become a top-tier star, remaining popular for ten years to come.

Furthermore, Dilraba's features are three-dimensional. Compared to the more delicate beauties in the industry, her looks are more likely to attract the attention of luxury brands and haute couture, making her a highly valuable individual.

Signing her to Datang Film Studio will definitely make money, and a lot of money at that.

After discussing the business perspective, Chen Xiu did not deny that her actions were also partly driven by personal motives.

He felt good about the hot bar, and was willing to learn and explore various kinds of knowledge, which gave him a great experience.

If she signs with Datang Film and Television Studio, Chen Xiu is confident that she won't let Dilraba suffer in terms of resources.

What she had in her past life, she will have in this life; what she didn't have, she will have in this life; and there will still be a future to discuss between the two of them.

If Dilraba rejects the offer, then their relationship can only last until the filming of "Diamond Lover" is completed.

Once she left the film set, even if Chen Xiu didn't block or delete Reba, she wouldn't contact her again. Anyway, she wasn't lacking in women; if one didn't work out, there would be another.

The rules in the entertainment industry are the same: unless a long-term relationship is developed, once the film crew leaves, the relationship must be cleanly severed; there is no such thing as an occasional friendly match.

Chen Xiu had already anticipated both possible outcomes.

However, Reba chickened out at the crucial moment...

She complained to Chen Xiu about Jiaxing's questionable actions, but it was mostly just empty talk; she was looking for comfort.

The idea of ​​terminating her contract with Jaywalk Studio was just a spur-of-the-moment decision. If Reba were actually to handle it, she would start to think about many things.

It's normal to be cautious when dealing with such a major event.

However, Reba, who wasn't stupid, quickly understood Chen Xiu's meaning after careful consideration.

She didn't want their relationship to remain confined to the set of "Diamond Lover," but terminating her contract was a major decision, so Dilraba's response was that she needed to consider it.

This consideration was taken from mid-January to February 10th.

Nearly a month has passed, and Chen Xiu has almost forgotten about the matter, while Reba is still considering it.

On this day, while Chen Xiu was thinking about something on set, Tang Yan suddenly walked towards him.

"Chen Xiu, are you digging in the heat?"

Looking at Tang Yan's wary expression, Chen Xiu frowned almost imperceptibly. "Is this any of your business?"

"Why doesn't it matter!"

Tang Yan pulled up a chair and sat down next to Chen Xiu, putting on a kind and helpful act.

"The owner of Reba is Yang Mi, who is my best friend. If you want to poach her people, of course I have to speak up for you."

"Pfft~, are you serious?"

"Yes! I was Yang Mi's bridesmaid when she got married last year! She just called me and said that Dilraba wants to terminate her contract. She also asked if any companies on the production team had contacted Dilraba. After thinking about it, I realized that you are the only one who has been in contact with her."

Tang Yan emphasized her relationship with Yang Mi while giving her analysis.

She's not blind. She sees Chen Xiu and Reba going in and out of the hotel together every day, so how could she not guess the relationship between the two on set?

Faced with Tang Yan's questioning, Chen Xiu did not deny it too much: "Yes! I did express that meaning, but Reba has not given me an answer yet."

"Hey, you..."

Tang Yan frowned, staring intently at Chen Xiu and asked, "Is he just love-struck?"

"This joke went a bit too far." Chen Xiu glanced at Tang Yan, clearly not expecting to be associated with that title.

"If you weren't love-struck, why would you even consider signing Dilraba? You two can just have fun on set, but once you're done, you're not related anymore! Signing a contract is a big deal, don't let your momentary impulse ruin things for yourself and others!"

Chen Xiu has always been low-key and gentle on the set of "Diamond Lover", so Tang Yan can speak to him without any restraint.

Chen Xiu glanced at Tang Yan with a raised eyebrow, feeling somewhat uncomfortable with her overstepping boundaries.

"I won't trouble you with my personal relationships and business considerations. Is there anything else?"

"Well, I just wanted to advise you not to try to poach Reba. Yang Mi's company just signed a performance-based agreement, and she asked me to tell you: Jiaxing has high expectations for Reba, and there will be even more resources allocated to her this year. She won't let her go."

From Chen Xiu's increasingly formulaic smile, Tang Yan also showed a hint of unease, but she still fulfilled her duty as a best friend.

Hearing that Yang Mi had asked her to "pass on" the message, Chen Xiu's smile widened even more.

"Did Yang Mi ask you to relay these words to me?"

"Yes, I didn't change a single word."

"Hehe, thank you so much for telling me this so kindly and conveying it so clearly. Could you please also pass on a message to Yang Mi?"

"what?"

"If Reba is willing to sign with my studio, why would she need to release him?"

After saying that, Chen Xiu, expressionless, got up and left.

Tang Yan sat there in a daze, and after a long while, she still couldn't decide whether she should truthfully convey Chen Xiu's words to Yang Mi.

After leaving the rest area, Chen Xiu went straight to the perimeter of the film set, waiting for Dilraba, who was filming, to finish work, and then waved her over.

Reba ran quickly to Chen Xiu and opened her mouth in a sweet, childlike voice: "Brother Xiu, what brings you here?"

"Did you confront Jiaxing?"

"Yes! I want to terminate the contract first, and then I'll tell you..."

"I already know. Tang Yan just came to see me. Are you sure you've made up your mind?"

Chen Xiu gave a final confirmation. Although Jiaxing's scale is not yet very large, the presence of Yang Mi, a top-tier female star, can lead her subordinates to act.

Looking at her own studio, it's currently just an empty shell. If Dilraba were to jump in, she would definitely need to be very mentally prepared.

Seeing that the multiple-choice question had reached its final stage, Reba, who had already thought it through very carefully, did not hesitate any longer.

"Brother Xiu, if I sign with your studio, you definitely won't let me fade into obscurity, right?"

"You've signed with my studio, so you're my first artist. If even you fade into obscurity, my studio probably won't be able to stay afloat."

"So, do you still want to sign me?"

Reba pursed her lips and looked at Chen Xiu with a longing gaze.

She didn't know the specifics of Chen Xiu's situation. Although celebrities can get roles and acting opportunities once they become famous, Reba's move was still using the resources already available from Jaywalk Studio to gamble on Chen Xiu's unknown future.

With that in mind, Chen Xiu didn't let her worry about the rest: "After you finish filming this show, go to Jiaxing and ask to terminate your contract. I'll take care of the rest."

"Brother Xiu, you're the best to me."

Looking at Dilraba, who was clasping her hands together and acting cute, Chen Xiu simply smiled and then turned to walk towards director Wu Qiang, who was resting outside the film set.

(End of this chapter)