The Entertainment Industry in Turmoil: Young Actresses All Want to Rise to the Top

On August 29, the Hundred Flowers Awards ceremony was held in Shaoxing.

This year's Hundred Flowers Awards, coinciding with its 50th anniversary, opened with the theme "A Gathering of Elegant Flowers".

When the car carrying the crew of "Love is Not Blind" slowly stopped at the starting point of the red carpet, the roar of the fans on both sides instantly reached its peak, almost lifting the night sky.

"ah--!!!!"

"They're here! They're here!"

"Wang Xiaojian!!! Look here!!!"

The car door opened, and the first person to step onto the red carpet was director Teng Huatao, who was all smiles and full of confidence.

Following closely behind was one of the most anticipated figures of the night, Shen Mo.

He wore a dark blue velvet suit without too many embellishments, which highlighted his refined and aloof temperament.

As soon as he appeared, a deafening roar of screams erupted from both sides of the red carpet. The deafening screams, shouts, and cheers surged in like a tsunami.

Colorful light sticks and banners danced wildly in the night like stars, weaving together a dazzling sea of ​​lights.

"Shen Mo! Shen Mo!"

"Brother Mo! Look here!"

"Wang Xiaojian! I love you!"

Amidst the frenzied cheers, a sea of ​​deep, textured dark blue light boards bearing the words "Shen Mo" lined both sides of the red carpet aisle.

The inks shouted his name at the top of their lungs, in unison, with an almost religious fervor.

Many female fans were so excited that their eyes welled up with tears, and they waved banners with his stills or photos on them, trying to attract even the slightest bit of his attention.

His gaze swept over the enthusiastic fans, he nodded slightly, his steps were steady, his aura was powerful, and the corners of his lips curled up, making the fans even more excited.

Next, Bai Baihe, Guo Jingfei, and other leading actors appeared one after another, drawing cheers from their respective fans.

As the cast and crew of "Love is Not Blind" walked the red carpet, they attracted countless flashes of light and a renewed wave of cheers.

The crew members have all witnessed the fierce online battles that have been raging online recently.

This isn't just about attending an awards ceremony; it's more like coming to fight a highly anticipated and tough battle.

Therefore, from the moment they stepped onto the red carpet, the confident curve of their lips revealed their unstoppable charisma.

Upon entering the main venue of the awards ceremony, the noise subsided slightly, but another invisible, more subtle and tense atmosphere began to permeate the air.

The cast and crew of "Love is Not Blind" were seated in the front row on the left. Coincidentally, or rather, deliberately arranged by the organizing committee, right next to them was the cast and crew of "The Great Earthquake" led by Feng Xiaogang.

When Shen Mo and his group sat down, they could clearly feel several complex gazes coming from the next area.

Feng Xiaogang, dressed in his signature Chinese-style jacket, wore a half-smile on his face as his gaze swept over Shen Mo and Teng Huatao with a hint of scrutiny and coldness.

Wang Zhonglei, standing beside him, appeared much more composed, simply looking ahead calmly, as if he didn't care about anything around him.

But when he occasionally whispers to those around him, the downward curve of his lips betrays his inner displeasure.

Shen Mo glanced at the nominees from the "Great Earthquake" crew: Li Chen, whom he had met in "Beijing Love Story," as well as Xu Fan, Zhang Jingchu, and 11-year-old Zhang Zifeng.

Shen Mo did not show any arrogance; instead, he smiled and nodded slightly at them.

However, despite the seats being connected between the two film crews, it felt as if there was an invisible wall between them, creating an extremely oppressive atmosphere.

The tense atmosphere was clearly felt by the other celebrities nearby, who unconsciously lowered their voices when they passed by.

"Tsk, this is getting interesting."

Not far away, Yang Mi, who was also attending the ceremony, turned her head slightly and whispered to Liu Shishi beside her, her beautiful eyes sparkling with a sense of watching a show.

Liu Shishi nodded slightly, "The smell of gunpowder is strong."

Her gaze lingered on Shen Mo's retreating figure and Feng Xiaogang's somber profile.

"After all, they are the biggest competitors, and they just made such a fuss. Whoever wins or loses tonight will be the talk of the town."

"Who do you expect to win?" Sitting next to them, Brother Hu chimed in, watching the two chatting so enthusiastically.

"It must be 'Love is Not Blind', right?"

Yang Mi and Liu Shishi were taken aback, looking at Brother Hu with a hint of doubt, "Why do you think that?"

"You three beauties from 'My Love from the Star,' don't you support Jiang Jinyue?"

"Tch! Yi Tong isn't even in this movie," Yang Mi said speechlessly.

"Could it be that Li Yitong and Shen Mo aren't a couple?" Brother Hu's eyes widened in surprise.

"Old Hu, you're such a gossip." Liu Shishi couldn't help but roll her eyes.

Shen Mo sat calmly in his seat, talking quietly with Teng Huatao next to him, completely ignoring the pressure coming from next door.

Just as Teng Huatao got up to go to the restroom.

Li Lin, who starred in "The Founding of a Republic" and was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Hundred Flowers Awards today, walked over lightly in full view of everyone and sat down in the empty seat left by Teng Huatao.

"Hello, Mr. Shen!"

Li Lin turned to the side, greeting everyone with a bright smile. Her clear voice stood out in the somewhat oppressive area.

Shen Mo turned to look at her, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, which then turned into a deep scrutiny.

He didn't exchange any pleasantries, skipping all formalities, and his voice was so deep that only the two of them could hear him.

"You're very brave."

At this moment, he walked over and sat next to me, even though the crew of "The Great Earthquake" was right next to me.

The implication couldn't be clearer: they've publicly taken sides, and they're standing against Huayi.

Therefore, Shen Mo said she was very brave.

"Um!"

Li Qin was not afraid at all. Instead, she nodded vigorously, still wearing a bright smile on her face, and lowered her voice as well.

"Isn't this to show my loyalty to my future boss?"

Her words were surprisingly straightforward.

She leaned slightly closer, as if sharing a secret, but her eyes shone with an astonishing light.

"I previously said that if I had some resources on hand, I could sign them."

"But President Shen only gave me a chance to compete for it myself."

"I'm thinking, it seems like Mohen isn't very keen on signing me, so maybe I should just give up and stay at Rongxinda."

She changed the subject, "But in the last few days, I think I've come to see you in a new light."

"I was thinking, if I joined at this time, wouldn't it be like sending charcoal in snowy weather?"

"Does that mean we might receive even stronger support from Inkmark in the future?"

She laid bare her motives, almost nakedly honest, yet full of shrewd calculations and expectations for the future.

Shen Mo was surprised. He raised an eyebrow and scrutinized the seemingly gentle but actually bold and meticulous girl in front of him.

"Are you that confident in Inkmark?"

"I am confident that those who value my ink marks will appreciate them."

Li Lin's answer was clever and sincere; she looked directly into Shen Mo's eyes without flinching.

"With such formidable strength, coupled with the respect and assurance that Mohen gave me before, I think I can give it a try. I'll take a gamble."

"You're not just trying it out."

Shen Mo's voice remained steady, yet he pointed out the key point.

"You've essentially slapped Wang Zhonglei in the face right in front of him."

"Aren't you afraid of his retaliation? And how will you explain this to Rong Xinda?"

He pointed out the risks of her actions, which amounted to almost cutting herself off from her original circle.

Upon hearing this, Li Lin first covered her mouth and chuckled softly, then looked at Shen Mo with a coquettish and timid expression.

"So, we can only hope that President Shen will take us in."

"I've already cut off my own escape route. Rong Xinda... probably thinks I'm a 'traitor' now."

Her tone was slightly teasing, but there was a hint of determination in her eyes.

She was gambling, gambling on Shen Mo and Mohen's future, gambling on her own judgment, and gambling that Shen Mo would appreciate her courage and decisiveness in offering help in their time of need.

Shen Mo looked at her silently, and Li Qin could not discern any specific emotion in his deep eyes.

A few seconds later, Shen Mo slightly twitched the corner of his mouth.

"it is good."

He replied with only one word, his voice very soft.

This single word "good" signifies acceptance and commitment.

This also means that from this moment on, the name Li Lin will be officially linked with Mohen Capital.

Although she appeared indifferent on the surface, Li Qin was actually uncertain inside.

But at that moment, her heart, which had been hanging in suspense, instantly settled back down, and the smile on her face became even brighter and more genuine. She knew she had made the right bet.

She didn't say anything more, just nodded obediently, and then sat quietly next to Shen Mo.

This action itself has already announced her choice to the outside world.

This scene, of course, did not escape the notice of the crew of the neighboring film "The Great Earthquake," especially Wang Zhonglei.

His face remained calm, but the fingers on the armrest clenched silently, his knuckles turning bluish-white.

This is the first time a celebrity has publicly sided with Mohen after this conflict, and it's right in front of him.

From this moment on, regardless of her status, in Wang Zhonglei's eyes, she is a target that must be eliminated.

Conversely, in Shen Mo's eyes, she was a flag that had to be raised.

Yang Mi and Liu Shishi, who were nearby, also witnessed this scene, and the two exchanged a more meaningful glance.

"This is... even more interesting," Yang Mi murmured.

You have received a new chapter update: Chapter 121 Li Lin: I am a "Rogue Ninja", here is the reading link.