Reborn in the Chinese Entertainment Industry: My Childhood Sweetheart is Boss Yang

"Oh dear, our busy man has arrived!"

Huang Xiaoming, with his sharp eyes, waved from afar, smiling like a sunflower.

Gu Heng walked over and looked at the smiling Condor Hero, unable to resist teasing him, "Brother Xiaoming, you look great in your outfit today, did you rent it? Be careful not to get it dirty, or you'll have to pay back the deposit."

"Go away, go away, this is my battle robe that I bought myself!" Huang Xiaoming straightened his collar, looking smug.

Liu Yifei, who had been lost in thought, finally snapped out of her daze when she heard the noise.

"Gu Heng, Mimi, you're here." Liu Yifei blinked and smiled.

As the group chatted idly, Zhang Jizhong's loud voice rang out: "What are you all doing gathered there? Come here! The reporters are waiting!"

This shout immediately kicked off the press conference.

The main characters of the night were naturally Yang Guo and Xiaolongnu. But the media, like dogs, had incredibly sharp noses. Although Gu Heng and Yang Mi were supporting characters, the commotion they'd caused over the past six months had been considerable.

Gu Heng, in particular, was involved in investing in "Bright Sword" and creating the box office hit "Crazy Stone," earning him numerous labels such as mysterious, wealthy, and talented.

After interviewing the main character, cameras and microphones were shoved right in his face, and the microphone was almost shoved into Gu Heng's mouth.

"Mr. Gu, are you confident about the ratings for 'The Return of the Condor Heroes'?"

"Ms. Yang Mi, I heard you just finished filming 'Wang Zhaojun.' Do you feel the role is too wide-ranging?"

The two handled these kinds of routine questions with ease. Gu Heng complimented Zhang Da Huzi, saying the film had reached a new artistic height, but what he really thought was: as long as it wasn't criticized as an animal documentary this time, it would be a success.

Just as the atmosphere was peaceful, a male reporter wearing black-rimmed glasses, who looked a bit like... a rat, suddenly interjected in a sarcastic tone.

"Ms. Yang Mi, there are recent rumors online that you landed the role of Wang Zhaojun because of financial backing. Also, some critics have commented that your acting in 'The Return of the Condor Heroes' felt somewhat...artificial compared to Ms. Liu Yifei. What's your take on these claims? Do you believe that money can buy you a good role?"

Upon hearing this, the previously noisy scene fell silent.

Someone's up to no good!

This reporter is quite savvy; with just one sentence, she not only stirred up trouble between Yang Mi and Liu Yifei, but also subtly implied that Yang Mi brought her own investment to the production, and incidentally, she also took a jab at Gu Heng's financial backing.

This can be described as killing three birds with one stone; their intentions are despicable!

Yang Mi's fiery temper, typical of Beijing girls, kicked in, but in this situation, she couldn't help but have some reservations, so she turned to look at Gu Heng.

The smile on Gu Heng's face slowly disappeared. He stepped forward and stood directly in front of Yang Mi.

"Friend, which media outlet are you from?"

"I...I'm from Entertainment Weekly," the reporter said stiffly, clearly trying to create a big story.

"Oh, Entertainment Weekly? I've heard of it. It's known for making up stories."

Gu Heng scoffed, "First of all, regarding acting skills. Whether it's Guo Xiang or Wang Zhaojun, both were carefully selected by the directors. What? Are the judgments of directors Chen Jialin and Zhang Jizhong not as accurate as yours, who just types on a keyboard?"

Gu Heng paused, his eyes sharpening. "Secondly, regarding capital. Yes, I have money, I invested. But I want to ask, these days, which production crew doesn't need funding? Which actor doesn't need opportunities? As long as the role is won through legitimate competition, what's wrong with bringing your own investment to the production? Bringing your own investment is a skill! Unlike some people who use their pens as weapons, what can they do besides slinging mud?"

Finally, he turned to look at Liu Yifei and asked, "Qianqian, what do you think of Mimi's acting?"

Liu Yifei was taken aback when she was suddenly called out, then nodded very cooperatively: "Ah? Mimi is so hardworking. We often discuss acting in private. I can't learn that kind of diligence from her."

That naive remark made the reporter's face swell up with embarrassment.

The surrounding media colleagues suppressed their laughter, their eyes filled with pity for the troublemaking reporter. Of all people to mess with, why did he have to provoke this guy?

Zhang Jizhong then spoke up: "Alright, alright, today is a happy day, don't let one bad apple spoil the whole bunch. Where's security? Take this unruly friend out and let him calm down."

Watching the reporter being led away in a sorry state, Gu Heng snorted coldly.

Are they trying to stir up trouble?

Don't they know whose territory this is?!

Yang Mi stood behind Gu Heng, looking at his not-so-broad but incredibly sturdy back, and felt a warm glow in her heart.

Gu Heng is so damn cool when he's protecting his own!

After the controversy surrounding the press conference, The Return of the Condor Heroes became a hit without any doubt.

Although opinions on Huang Xiaoming's wild look and Liu Yifei's ethereal acting were mixed, the viewership ratings were undeniable.

However, Gu Heng and Yang Mi had no time to celebrate, because they had to face an even more terrifying challenge: the Beijing Film Academy's make-up exam.

Unfortunately, the Beijing Film Academy has been in session for almost a month now.

They were quite something; they skipped their final exams last semester because they were busy filming.

"It's over, it's over, I'm definitely going to die this time."

On the tree-lined path of Beijing Film Academy, Yang Mi looked dejected. "We only spent two months at school last semester. If we fail the written exam, it will be so embarrassing!"

Gu Heng also looked extremely annoyed.

To think that this visionary boss, who could bring down enemy ships with a mere laugh, is now worrying about a few theoretical courses?

If this gets out, how will he ever be able to survive in the business world again?

"What's there to be afraid of? At worst, we'll just have to retake the course," Gu Heng said stubbornly, but his pace unconsciously quickened. "Let's go find Aunt Cui."

That's their protector at the Nortel Film Academy.

The two of them easily found their way to Cui Xinqin's office. As soon as they entered, they saw Cui's mother wearing her reading glasses and reading the newspaper. Coincidentally, the newspaper had a news article about "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

"Oh, isn't this our big star?" Cui Xinqin put down her newspaper, looking at the two with a half-smile. "You've finally decided to come back? What brings you to my humble abode?"

Look at this weird and strange behavior.

Yang Mi, ever the drama queen, immediately pounced on Cui Xinqin and hugged her arm, acting all lovey-dovey: "Oh, Aunt Cui~ I missed you so much! I rushed back to report to you as soon as filming wrapped up!"

"Don't give me that." Cui Xinqin tapped Yang Mi's forehead. "You don't come here unless you need something. Is it about the make-up exam?"

"Hehe, no one knows a daughter better than her mother!" Yang Mi stuck out her tongue. "Aunt Cui, you see... we're all out there bringing honor to the school, so we really don't have time to review for the theory classes. Could you... give us some pointers?"

Gu Heng was also very considerate. He casually placed a box of premium Da Hong Pao tea that he had bought on the way on the table: "Teacher Cui, this was brought back from Wuyishan by a friend. It's to soothe your throat."

Cui Xinqin glanced at the tea leaves, then looked at the two obsequious students, and sighed.

Actually, she knew exactly what was going on.

Gu Heng and Yang Mi are now the cream of the crop in the Class of 05. Gu Heng, needless to say, has such a keen eye for investment and business acumen that even the school leaders have to give him some respect; Yang Mi is currently a rising star. The school has always been supportive of students who achieve such outstanding results.

If they were to be publicly criticized throughout the school for failing their courses, it would not only be a slap in the face for the students, but also for the Beijing Film Academy.