I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

This kind of "unspoken rule" isn't unique to Yang Mi; almost every slightly pretty female celebrity has encountered it.

Even Ning Jing, who has a strong personality, has encountered similar situations.

One time, she was called to "test" in the early hours of the morning. She immediately realized something was wrong, turned around and left without hesitation.

"I quit!" These were her exact words at the time, decisive and clear-cut, upholding her bottom line.

Some chose to resist, some were forced to compromise, and some even went so far as to actively conform.

Yang Mi chose to rebel.

She'd rather not attend the premiere than agree to attend just for an invitation.

"Sister Jia, forget it, I'd better just focus on filming," Yang Mi sighed.

"Forehead!"

Zeng Li was stunned for a moment when she heard this, but when she saw Yang Mi's expression, she immediately realized that her general had obviously misunderstood.

"Mimi, what are you thinking? I asked you to ask your classmates for help," Zeng Li said speechlessly.

Looking for a classmate?

Yang Mi was stunned when she heard this. Her classmates weren't as famous as her, so what was the point of contacting them?
"Didn't two of your roommates join Victory Film Company?" Zeng Jia prompted.

"Zhang Xiaofei and Jiao Junyan."

Yang Mi blurted it out.

“Yes, it’s them. Cheng Sheng directed ‘Ten Red Army Soldiers’. I heard that your two classmates were in the movie, so they must have been invited as well,” Zeng Jia said.

Yang Mi's eyes lit up upon hearing this, and she thought to herself: That's right! I was so stupid. I should have asked Xiaofei and Yanyan! Even if they didn't have them, Cheng Sheng definitely did, after all, he was the director of this movie.

"I'll make a call right away."

Yang Mi wasted no time and immediately took out her phone to call Zhang Xiaofei.

The call connected shortly afterward.

Yang Mi first exchanged a few pleasantries with Xiao Fei, and then asked about her recent situation.

She was a smart woman; instead of directly asking for an invitation, she asked if she and Yan Yan were free to have a meal together.

Zhang Xiaofei and Jiao Junyan were shopping together at the moment. Cheng Sheng had given them a day off to rest, and they were going to Xijiang tomorrow.

Although Yang Mi's call surprised them both, they didn't think much of it. They were best friends, so they agreed without hesitation.

Yang Mi hung up the phone, dressed herself up a little, and then went to find them.

They drove to the meeting point, and the three of them happily embraced each other as soon as they met.

The three then found a restaurant and booked a private room.

After ordering, the three of them shared their experiences and developments.

Starting in 2005, Yang Mi mainly focused on television dramas. She starred in the period drama "The Return of the Condor Heroes," playing the role of Guo Xiang, which brought her widespread attention.

In addition, she also starred in "The Noble Family" as the third female lead, further accumulating screen experience.

This year she has participated in the filming of many works, but most of them are supporting roles. Recently, she took on a TV series called "Wang Zhaojun", in which she plays the female lead, Wang Zhaojun.

After Yang Mi finished talking about her recent situation, it was Zhang Xiaofei and Jiao Junyan's turn to talk.

As she listened, Yang Mi felt a pang of sadness in her heart.

Although neither Zhang Xiaofei nor her partner have ever played a leading role, their careers have fared much better than hers.

The two not only starred in idol dramas produced by Shengli Film Company, but also in Cheng Sheng's movies.

In today's entertainment industry, who wouldn't want to act in Cheng Sheng's movies? You know, acting in a Cheng Sheng movie means you can become famous both domestically and internationally, since Cheng Sheng's movies have a global market.

Historical films, in particular, not only exploded at the global box office but also won awards. Actors in Cheng Sheng's films achieved both fame and fortune. "The Great Tang Dynasty 1" made Zheng Guolin and Fu Dalong international film stars and gave them considerable fame worldwide.

I heard that Fu Dalong has also received an offer to play the third male lead in a Hollywood movie, which makes other male celebrities in the industry extremely envious.

It's worth noting that many top male celebrities in China don't necessarily get to act in Hollywood movies.

Fu Dalong achieved this with just one series, "The Great Tang Dynasty 1".

How could this not make those top male celebrities envious and jealous?

And Su Chang.

Spielberg personally invited her to act in a Hollywood movie, but unfortunately Su Chang was an idiot and actually refused this great opportunity, which made many female stars in the industry cry out in despair.

Why don't we give them this opportunity?

When Yang Mi heard the news, she simply couldn't believe it. There were actually people in China who refused to act in Hollywood movies, especially movies personally invited by Spielberg.

Is Su Chang stupid?!
If given this opportunity, she would absolutely not refuse.

Unfortunately, she wasn't as lucky as Su Chang, who boarded Cheng Sheng's wealthy ship early on.

Soon, the dishes they ordered arrived.

The three chatted and ate and drank as they went.

Among the three women, Yang Mi is undoubtedly the most intelligent and resourceful.

Seeing that the time was right, Yang Mi intentionally or unintentionally revealed that she wanted to attend the premiere.

"I heard that Xie Tingfeng is also going to attend the premiere of 'Ten Red Army Soldiers'. It's a pity I don't have an invitation card, otherwise I would definitely have gone to take a photo with him," Yang Mi said with a regretful look.

The three of them lived in the same dormitory. Zhang Xiaofei and Jiao Junyan knew that Xie Tingfeng was Yang Mi's idol. She had repeatedly told the two of them that she had liked Xie Tingfeng since she was a child and admired his character and sense of responsibility.

“Mimi, we can take you there!” Jiao Junyan blurted out, being rather straightforward.

"You have invitation cards? I heard that these invitation cards are very rare this time." Yang Mi was much more cunning than the two women, and she said with a surprised look.

“We don’t need invitation cards,” Jiao Junyan said proudly, tilting her chin up.

"Forehead!"

Yang Mi was confused. "Wait, sis, what are you taking me to do without an invitation card? Are we going to stand in the cold wind outside Bayi Square?"

Zhang Xiaofei smiled slightly and said, "We'll be performing at the premiere, and each person can bring one person to the premiere."

"What? Really?" Yang Mi was shocked and almost lost control of her emotions.

"Mm." The two women nodded.

Upon hearing this, Yang Mi was consumed by jealousy. She couldn't even get a single invitation card, while her two best friends were able to bring people to the premiere. The difference in treatment was just too great.

You should know that in the past, she was a high-class star in front of Zhang Xiaofei and the other two.

Now, in less than a year, the three of them have reversed their positions.

She was still a celebrity, but the two men were of higher status than her. How could she be willing to accept that?
If she had known this would happen, she wouldn't have joined Rong Xinda, but instead joined Shengli Film and Television Company with Zhang Xiaofei.

"Mimi, as your best friend, I'll take you there."

Jiao Junyan put one hand on Yang Mi's shoulder and said.

Anyway, she doesn't have many friends, so it doesn't matter if she gives this spot to Yang Mi.

"Thank you, Yanyan."

Although Yang Mi was very jealous, she still showed gratitude and hugged Jiao Junyan tightly.

...(End of chapter)