Huayu 2015, the Artist of Light and Shadow

Chapter 121 The Queen of Ratings Surrenders, Internal Strife Between Old Honey and D8! Idol Producer in Progress!

In her early years, Zhao Liying had a somewhat rustic appearance and lacked any star quality.

But once you enter the entertainment industry, the entire circle has every way to turn an ordinary person into a star.

Otherwise, would spending tens of thousands on makeup and hundreds of thousands on haute couture be a waste of money?

When a woman is worth billions, who dares to say she doesn't have the air of a wealthy woman? And who can say she has a rustic air about her?

"Sister Tangtang, how long has it been since we last met?"

Yesterday, Zhao Liying used Li Lin's connection to call Lu Yunzhou and test the waters to see if she could switch jobs to Lu Yunzhou's company.

To Zhao Liying's great surprise, Lu Yunzhou neither agreed nor refused, but instead told her to talk to Tang Yan first.

What's going on?

Zhao Liying couldn't figure it out, but she could roughly sense Lu Yunzhou's respect for Tang Yan.

If Tang Yan doesn't like it, then let's pretend this was never mentioned.

Therefore, Zhao Liying quickly took leave from the "The Story of Minglan" set to chat with Tang Yan for a few minutes.

Of course, Zhao Liying's most important purpose in coming to Shanghai was to attend the opening ceremony of Dior's flagship store in Hang Lung Plaza two days later.

Work and networking can both be done without any problems.

Zhao Liying had done her homework thoroughly before arranging to meet Tang Yan today.

She had no intention of stealing Tang Yan's thunder or outshining her—she wore a simple oatmeal-colored short jacket over a white chiffon blouse.

It looks clean and neat, yet understated.

Like a white-collar worker in a high-end office building, she is elegant and poised, but not eye-catching.

On the contrary, Tang Yan, who sat opposite her, was dressed in a completely different manner.

It's so exquisite.

First of all, Tang Yan must have been wearing a lot of hairpieces, as her hair looks much thicker than before.

In addition, Tang Yan wore a light gray round-neck knit sweater today, but the neckline was loose, revealing her fair and sexy collarbone.

She wore a delicate gold necklace with a sapphire pendant. The sapphire was small, and supported by the surrounding metal, it was shaped like a miniature swan wing.

It's clearly a classic LDC design.

LDC's regular products are primarily made of pure gold, but its high-end products also incorporate various precious gemstones, giving them auspicious meanings.

Besides the necklace, two gold ornaments on her earlobes sparkled under the light as she lowered her head to drink coffee, making them quite dazzling.

Sapphire symbolizes loyalty and fidelity, and is also the birthstone for September.

Zhao Liying had no idea what the sapphire meant to Tang Yan. Because September was her month of porridge, she treated it as her new birthday.

"Let me think, how long has it been since we last met? A year, I guess? It seems like it's been a year. I haven't been out much lately."

Tang Yan lowered her head, took a small sip of coffee, and smoothed her slightly curly long hair.

She noticed Zhao Liying staring at her earrings and couldn't help but smile, saying in a boastful tone, "How about it? Aren't these starlight earrings beautiful? They should be released at the end of the month, and I'll be wearing them now."

"It's quite pretty."

Zhao Liying nodded slightly, a sudden realization dawning on her mind.

Tang Yan was clearly living too comfortably; she had no aggression whatsoever and even exuded an indescribable air of kindness.

She gives off a motherly vibe.

Zhao Li thought to herself: As the saying goes, poverty breeds cunning, while wealth breeds conscience. Tang Yan must be living a very happy life.

That makes sense.

Tang Yan owns about 5% of the shares in LB Group. The dividends she receives each year are much more than she would have earned if she had started acting as a female celebrity and securing fashion endorsements.

Moreover, even if Tang Yan doesn't act anymore, as long as she walks the red carpet with Lu Yunzhou, she will still have no shortage of fashion endorsements.

Because Tang Yan has already maintained the style.

A wealthy woman in Shanghai.

Lu Yunzhou's mentor!

With this kind of vision, if we were in ancient times, Tang Yan could be compared to the Duke of Medici!

As long as Lu Yunzhou doesn't collapse, Tang Yan is unlikely to collapse either.

"Sister Tangtang, this is a crab roe pastry I bought for you on my way here. Try it."

Zhao Liying heard that Tang Yan really liked crab roe pastries, so she asked her agent to specially select one.

Tang Yan would not accept expensive gifts.

Giving Tang Yan something cheap might make her laugh at you.

Sending some delicious snacks would be perfect.

"Okay, I'll try it."

Tang Yan didn't refuse, and opened it to take a bite. She nodded and said, "It's really delicious. You're so thoughtful."

She ate one, then put the box away and set it aside.

Tang Yan subconsciously explained, "Yunzhou also likes to eat this. I'll save some for him and bring it to the company for him to try later."

Their relationship is actually this good?

Zhao Liying was somewhat surprised.

At the same time, she began to understand why Lu Yunzhou had told him to talk to Tang Yan first; it was out of respect for her older sister.

If she had such a follower, Zhao Liying felt she would be incredibly moved.

"Sister Tangtang, you have a great sense of style, which makes you perfect for urban romance dramas. As for me, I'm a bit too youthful. I've done quite well in historical dramas over the years, but I always lack a bit of style when it comes to urban dramas."

"My idea is, if the two of us were in the same company, wouldn't we be able to monopolize all the female-centric idol dramas on the market?"

Zhao Liying analyzed for Tang Yan the situation that the two were complementary.

But Tang Yan continued to sip her coffee leisurely, her mind wandering elsewhere, seemingly unconcerned about the matter.

This made Zhao Liying secretly anxious.

However, she also knew Tang Yan somewhat, and at this moment she lowered her voice and said, "I'll go and snatch Yang Mi's ancient costume drama resources, and you go and snatch Yang Mi's modern urban drama resources. The two of us will snatch all of Yang Mi's resources."

Hearing this, Tang Yan finally became interested.

She put down her coffee cup and glanced at Zhao Liying: "What about the movie resources?"

Zhao Liying couldn't help but shake her head and chuckle: "Sister Tangtang, you're giving Yang Mi a bit too much credit. There are only so many directors in the Beijing film circle, who would hire Yang Mi? She's already offended them all. As for the new generation of directors, who can compare to our Little Boat Brother?"

Zhao Liying meant that as long as Lu Yunzhou stood behind the two of them, it wouldn't matter who Yang Mi went to.

"Liying, you're getting married soon, right?"

Tang Yan suddenly brought up something completely unrelated, looking at Zhao Liying with shrewd eyes: "Are you worried that your marriage will fail, so you want to buy insurance first?"

For female celebrities, getting married and having children is a hurdle.

It's no different from a demon undergoing tribulation.

If one fails to transcend the tribulation, one will die and one's spiritual path will be extinguished.

Even if you successfully overcome the tribulation, your cultivation level will drop by half.

Very few people can boost their popularity through marriage.

Because most fans of celebrities are single.

Many of them are also very young.

They themselves have no pressure to get married, and of course, they don't want to see their idols give up their careers because of marriage.

Or rather, for female celebrities, getting married is no different from crippling themselves.

Liu Shishi is a typical example.

A million-strong army laid down their arms and returned to their fields overnight.

She became known as the "Number One Sister on Tianya" and thus became a legend in the online community.

Yang Mi is amazing; she managed to pull through. The price was the "script reading in the dark" incident, and what about my husband? Upon closer inspection, it wasn't much better.

"Sister Tangtang, you have such keen insight."

Zhao Liying and Feng Shaofeng have gotten together, and she's getting older, turning 30. If she doesn't get married and have children soon, she'll become an older mother.

However, Liu Shishi set an example for her.

How popular was Liu Shishi back then?

After getting married, Liu Shishi disappeared without a trace and started sitting at the same table as Liu Yifei.

Liu Yifei is not married yet, but she had a relationship with a Korean male celebrity, which led to her being heavily criticized online. Her fans have already defended her.

At recent fashion events, Tang Yan hadn't run into Liu Yifei for about two years.

Because she's already useless.

However, Liu Yifei has the Golden Shield, and as long as the time is right, she can activate the shield and most likely make a triumphant return.

However, it's probably going to be very difficult for Liu Shishi.

Having powerful connections is very important in this circle.

The reason Tang Yan is so at ease now is because the wild golden-faced mythical creature she found a few years ago has successfully transcended its tribulation.

"Racing Wilderness" brought Lu Yunzhou fame.

"The Fairy Castle of Dresden" made Lu Yunzhou an instant star, attracting global attention.

That's right.

It's not just the domestic entertainment industry; it's attracting global attention.

Hollywood is extending olive branches to Lu Yunzhou like crazy. As long as Lu Yunzhou is willing, he can switch to Warner Bros. at any time and become the next Christopher Nolan.

However, Lu Yunzhou clearly didn't want to be someone else's slave.

His mind is not even on the film and television industry, but on how to promote his own products.

If his mind were a little purer, people online would say he would definitely surpass Zhang Yimou and become the new generation's national director of the entertainment industry.

However, Lu Yunzhou's fans hope that he can be happy and do whatever he wants.

After all, becoming a national advisor like Zhang Yimou is of little use.

Aren't they all forced by capital to make "The Great Wall" anyway?

Lu Yunzhou himself is a big capitalist; he can film whatever he wants, and when he runs out of money, he just asks his family for help. He lives a much more carefree life than Zhang Yimou, the national director.

Zhao Liying also wanted to have a happy life in the entertainment industry, but she couldn't.

Therefore, she chose to sell herself to Lu Yunzhou at a reasonable price, so that she could also enjoy half of Tang Yan's treatment.

"Sister Tangtang, after you've tied yourself to me, your company's valuation will increase by at least 10 billion. This makes Brother Xiaochuan's reputation as the Golden Pixiu even more well-deserved."

"Don't worry, I won't take your position after I join the company. You'll always be the top female star. I'll take what's left over from all the film and television resources."

Zhao Liying talked for a long time, but Tang Yan was not moved at all.

Left with no other option, Zhao Liying had to give in to Tang Yan.

If it were Yang Mi, Zhao Liying would never submit to her even if she were stabbed to death by a thousand swords. But since it's Tang Yan, she can verbally submit.

As for what I think?

Tang Yan has absolutely no acting skills; she's just lucky.

Among female celebrities of the same age, Zhao Liying is second to none. She relied on her sheer willpower to climb up from the bottom, and to make her bow down, you'd have to show real strength.

As for eating the resources left over from Tang Yan?

The TV drama resources that Tang Yan can obtain, she can also obtain outside.

All she wanted were Lu Yunzhou's movie resources.

"Liying, how many fashion resources have you taken from Yang Mi in the past two years?"

Tang Yan then asked a completely unrelated question.

Zhao Liying lowered her head and remained silent for a while, then shook her head slightly and said, "I don't know. Probably more than five? I haven't counted the exact number."

"Alright. You and she are sworn enemies now."

With just that one sentence, Tang Yan completed her assessment of friend and foe, and gently shook hands with Zhao Liying: "When your contract arrives, come directly to the company to sign it."

Tang Yan's company has no shortage of film and television resources.

Firstly, they can start their own projects.

Secondly, Huace Media has a very deep strategic partnership with them. For any idol drama, as long as the role is suitable, they will give priority to inviting artists from their company.

However, Zhao Liying's arrival is just what allows her to fill Tang Yan's niche.

She knows her acting skills are lacking and prefers the style of idol dramas.

If Lu Yunzhou wants to make some award-winning films, he still needs to find some actresses with good acting skills, but Lu Yunzhou doesn't want to leave this honor to others.

So he'd rather not film it.

Zhao Liying's arrival at least gives Lu Yunzhou another option.

"Thank you, sister."

Zhao Liying had already given up hope, but Tang Yan asked a question casually, and she made a hasty decision.

She was momentarily stunned.

When she came to her senses, Zhao Liying was overjoyed and took Tang Yan's hand, expressing her deepest gratitude.

If Tang Yan prevents her from entering the company, Zhao Liying really has no way to do anything about it.

Let's have lunch together.

After reaching a verbal agreement, Tang Yan's tone became more casual: "I'll give our young master a call and see what his plans are for you."

After saying that, Tang Yan made a phone call to Lu Yunzhou in front of Zhao Liying: "Are you awake yet? Come downstairs for dinner."

"Wait a minute, I've prepared a song for Xiaotian, you can listen to it too, sister."

On the other end of the phone, Lu Yunzhou was clearly busy.

Zhao Liying could sense that Lu Yunzhou and Tang Yan had a very close relationship. At this moment, Lu Yunzhou simply put his phone aside without hanging up.

Immediately afterwards, Zhao Liying heard Lu Yunzhou on the other end of the phone speaking to someone, saying, "Let's do it again. In a couple of days, let's go to the riverside together and film a short video, then upload it to Douyin or Xiaohongshu. Remember to cultivate these two social media platforms."

"Alright, let's begin!"

After those words, Zhao Liying heard the sound of a piano, a clear female voice singing, and Lu Yunzhou's low-to-mid-range harmonies.

"Can my drifting boat find its harbor on your shore?"

"If there's no way out, you know I'll definitely like it."

"The world is so big, and there are crowds of people everywhere."

"Having met you, I have no regrets."

After I finished singing that part, the girl on the other end of the phone asked with a smile, "Brother, how was my singing? Did you get that sense of destiny, like we're destined to meet no matter how far apart we are?"

In Zhao Liying's opinion, the girl sang very well.

However, Lu Yunzhou started to criticize wildly: "Your rhythm is off. Where is this sense of destiny? All I hear is that you're about to chase me down with a hammer."

"A drifting ship, unspoken words, amidst mountains and seas of people, no regrets—this is a complete arc of light."

Lu Yunzhou tapped something lightly. Zhao Liying didn't know what the girl on the other end of the phone was doing, but at that moment, her curiosity was piqued.

Lu Yunzhou continued, "A drifting ship needs to pull itself together."

"What is left unsaid is a psychological test."

"Crowds of people create a sense of uncertainty and oppression."

"The last sentence, 'No regrets,' brings out all the emotions that had been built up before, creating an emotional outburst."

"Think about it, incorporate that complete emotional arc, and sing it again."

As soon as he finished speaking, the piano music resumed.

The girl's singing technique remained unchanged, but the arc of emotion and feeling she conveyed had clearly changed.

It's like telling a story in a gentle, flowing way.

"Pack up, let's go eat."

The girl sang very well this time, and Lu Yunzhou clapped lightly and announced that it was time to eat.

Zhao Liying then heard the girl cheerfully shout, "Long live Big Brother! I love you for ten thousand years!"

So youthful and vibrant.

So this is what their youth was like.

very nice.

That's so enviable.

"Your company has such a great atmosphere. Sister Tangtang, I really admire you."

Zhao Liying turned to look at Tang Yan, surprised that Tang Yan had managed the company so well, with everyone getting along like a family.

Zhao Liying has been in this industry for a long time, but she has never seen this kind of company atmosphere before.

"That has nothing to do with me."

Tang Yan spoke a few words to Lu Yunzhou, told him where to eat, and then hung up the phone.

Just now, Tang Yan heard Lu Yunzhou playing the piano and couldn't help but want to show off to Zhao Liying.

As expected, Zhao Liying showed an envious expression on her face.

Half an hour later.

Lu Yunzhou brought Tian Xiwei and Wang Ran downstairs for dinner.

After finishing their meal, the two of them had to go back to school. Lu Yunzhou was worried that if they stayed at home all day, they would practice their martial arts with each other when he wasn't looking.

"Sister, why are there outsiders here?"

Wang Churan noticed that besides Tang Yan, there was also Zhao Liying in the private room, and couldn't help but wink at Tang Yan.

If someone else had said that, Zhao Liying might have been a little annoyed.

However, she had already heard rumors that this girl, whose temperament was somewhat similar to Li Lin's, was most likely Lu Yunzhou's official girlfriend.

That is, the company's young boss's wife.

Because they feel secure and fearless, they speak so casually.

Even Tian Xiwei, who was standing next to her, didn't dare to use that tone to complain.

At this moment, Zhao Liying stood up and greeted Wang Cheran in a friendly manner: "You must be Chuanmei, right? Don't worry, there are no outsiders here. I'm one of them too."

Lu Yunzhou looked at Tang Yan beside him.

Tang Yan nodded slightly: "Xiao Zhao's acting skills are very good, and her popularity is guaranteed. She wants to join the company. I thought of 100 reasons, but I can't find a single one to refuse her."

Seeing this, Lu Yunzhou extended his hand to Zhao Liying: "Sister Zhao, welcome."

"Thank you, Director Lu."

Zhao Liying looked at Wang Ran, then at Tian Xiwei: "Director Lu, I'm currently filming an ancient fantasy drama with Daylight Entertainment called 'The Story of Ming Lan,' and we need a lot of female supporting roles. I feel that the quality of this drama is very good, and even the female supporting roles can become popular."

Lu Yunzhou understood Zhao Liying's meaning perfectly well.

She's the female lead in this drama, so she can bring a few people in to help Lu Yunzhou train some new talent.

But to be honest, it's unnecessary.

It's basically a waste of time for the newcomers in their company to play minor supporting roles.

Lu Yunzhou gently shook his head and said, "I'm not interested in these kinds of idol dramas. However, if Sister Zhao is willing to join our company, I'll give her a small gift."

As they were talking, Lu Yunzhou sent a novel document to Zhao Liying from his phone.

"The Aviator?"

Zhao Liying received a collection of short stories that had just been published this year, sent by Lu Yunzhou. The collection was called "The Aviator".

In this collection of short stories, there is a short story called "A Novelist's Assassination".

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, it will be adapted into a domestic fantasy visual blockbuster in a few years!

"Sister Zhao, you could buy the film adaptation rights to this book. I think the female lead would be perfect for you."

Zhao Liying's face looks much better than Yang Mi's.

Anyway, for these kinds of domestic films, especially special effects blockbusters, the audience isn't really watching the female lead, so it doesn't really matter who makes them.

After acquiring the adaptation rights to the novel, Zhao Liying can then approach a new director to discuss collaboration.

As long as the director can secure investment, everything else will be simple.

As a special effects blockbuster, the most difficult part is of course the special effects—but Lu Yunzhou can help with the production of the special effects.

Currently, the conflict between Wentou Company and Framestore has reached a significant point, and Wentou Company's stock has been falling.

Lu Yunzhou had been keeping an eye on their situation.

Now, these two companies are on the verge of falling apart.

For Lu Yunzhou, everyone at Framestore's Canadian studio was basically waiting to be laid off.

He'll take over the entire core team of Framestore once Framestore is effectively bankrupt.

Previously, domestic directors who wanted to create special effects had to go to Hollywood, South Korea, and New Zealand to find people—now, they can just place an order directly with him.

"Since Director Lu says so, I'll go back and ask my agent to secure the adaptation rights for this novel."

Acquiring the adaptation rights to a novel doesn't cost much.

Moreover, Lu Yunzhou instructed Zhao Liying to acquire the adaptation rights to the novel, and if no one was willing to make a film in the future, Zhao Liying could place the novel's copyright in front of Lu Yunzhou.

Ask him to take me flying once.

"The dishes are all served, let's eat."

Lu Yunzhou and Zhao Liying were not particularly close.

Moreover, Lu Yunzhou didn't believe that Zhao Liying could rise from humble beginnings to where she is today without powerful backers or influential figures behind her.

He has always kept his distance from female celebrities with such complicated backgrounds.

Zhao Liying could also sense a hint of distance between Lu Yunzhou and her.

Although Lu Yunzhou treated her with considerable respect and even advised her to purchase the copyright for the novel, Zhao Liying couldn't sense any real welcome from him to the company.

Why?

"He didn't seem very welcoming to me?"

On the way back, Zhao Liying thought about it for a long time and finally figured it out.

She still wanted things to be simple.

She treated Lu Yunzhou as an ordinary film and television company boss, thinking that Lu Yunzhou would welcome a popular and hit female star like her to join him with open arms.

However, upon reflection, Zhao Liying realized that Lu Yunzhou didn't care at all how much money the film and television company made.

His main purpose was to promote his family's luxury goods business.

How much merchandise can she bring to Lu Yunzhou's luxury goods business?

It's simply impossible to move it.

Therefore, Lu Yunzhou had little interest in her.

If Fan Bingbing were to come and seek refuge with him—Lu Yunzhou would probably welcome her very warmly!

"I thought that after all these years, I was already one of the top talents among the post-85 generation. I never expected that in the eyes of these big film directors, I would still be worthless."

Zhao Liying gave a self-deprecating laugh.

As a leading figure in the television drama industry, Zhao Liying has always been very confident. Especially when it comes to historical romance dramas, every one she stars in becomes a hit.

I've basically never lost.

However, she just couldn't break into the film industry.

However, Yang Mi couldn't squeeze in either, which gave Zhao Liying some comfort.

"Thankfully, he didn't reject me!"

"Anyway, at least a crack has been pried open in the film industry!"

In the end, Lu Yunzhou still said "Welcome" to her, which meant that Zhao Liying had achieved her goal for the trip.

As for her actual joining, we'll have to wait until her contract ends.

This time, it was just to get to know each other and express her feelings.

[Dressden: The Fairy Castle] surpasses $9 million at the box office, continuing its reign as the number one film at the global box office in multiple countries!

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Part 1: How Tang Yan, a wealthy woman in Shanghai, leveraged 1.5 million yuan to influence Lu Yunzhou, who had 10 billion yuan in assets!

Part 1: [Will Lu Yunzhou and Dilraba rekindle their romance? Exclusive analysis of the secret dialogue at the Fashion Awards!]

[Is Jiaxing owing 1 million yuan? Yang Mi may be at risk of becoming a defaulter?]

[Zhao Liying privately met with Lu Yunzhou to discuss a film collaboration project!]

[Shooting in Las Vegas!]

The cast and crew of "Legend of Fuyao".

During a break from filming, Yang Mi took out her phone and checked the recent trending topics on Weibo.

The first one that pops up is not good news.

The movie "The Fairy Castle" is truly ruthless, achieving such a terrifying box office in an off-season.

Lu Yunzhou's popularity worldwide has reached an astonishing level.

However, Yang Mi is not envious of Lu Yunzhou.

Yang Mi had met Lu Yunzhou a few times, and she knew that he was indeed quite talented, possessing a rare level of skill and genuine ability that was very rare in the industry.

It wasn't something that everyone praised each other for.

Within this closed circle in China, everyone can praise each other without outsiders knowing.

After visiting Italy and Germany, who would praise Lu Yunzhou? Someone who can get foreigners to follow him must have something special.

"That idiot, Bai Tang, got incredibly lucky!"

Seeing the second trending topic, Yang Mi couldn't help but click on it to take a look at the details.

One financial blogger wrote in detail that Tang Yan initially made 1.5 million yuan by giving it to Lu Yunzhou as a subsidy for the first time.

Collaboration on a short film.

Then, the second curve of her life began.

Since then, Tang Yan has been lying low all the time, and has been lying low ever since—someone helped Tang Yan estimate how much money she has made with Lu Yunzhou in the past two years.

The box office revenue from just two movies is already quite substantial.

One film grossed over $7 million, another over $9 million, and there were various subsequent copyright sales.

This company has only a few employees, yet it generates more profits than 99% of companies in the industry.

It's even higher than the top two listed companies.

Some people have estimated that if Tang Yan's company announces its IPO this year, its market value will exceed 100 billion.

It's much better than Jaywalk Studio.

After all, the two are not in the same industry at all, and Jaywalk Studio doesn't have much of a story to tell.

Lu Yunzhou and Tang Yan's company is basically the best among independent production companies in the world.

A valuation of $15 billion is very appropriate.

In addition, there are shares in the LB Group, which is the largest holding. The LB Group has already established a firm foothold in the global luxury goods market.

Generally, if such companies continue to operate steadily, they can become century-old enterprises.

It's much better than the film and television industry.

However, what upset Yang Mi the most was that Dilraba seemed to have grown too big for her britches and wanted to betray her!

"Two tigers cannot share one mountain."

"Jaywalk Studio has limited resources and can only cultivate one top-tier superstar."

As a shrewd person, Yang Mi had already realized that she had personally nurtured a major threat.

Dilraba has already made a name for herself, and given time, she will become a true top star; she only needs two or three blockbuster hits.

Once that happens, she will no longer be a core asset of the company and could be discarded by the company at any time.

"When the birds are all gone, the bow is put away."

"Dilraba, how could you treat me like this?"

Yang Mi couldn't help but grit her teeth.

Dilraba's apparent publicity stunt with Lu Yunzhou, seemingly an attempt to leave Jaywalk Studio, is actually a showdown with the studio: if you don't help me get promoted, I'm leaving!

And at this critical juncture—

Yang Mi happens to have a conflict of interest with Zeng Jia and Zhao Ruoyao.

Therefore, Dilraba's coercive behavior will accelerate the company's allocation of resources to her—after all, Yang Mi is already 31, while Dilraba is only 25.

In addition, Yang Mi is the company's number one contributor, as well as a shareholder and founder—from the perspective of imperial studies, Yang Mi has reached a point where there is no higher title to bestow.

The next step is to be falsely accused!

Dilraba was cultivated by the company and appeared pure and innocent, never having the thought of betraying Zeng Jia and Zhao Ruoyao—mainly because she didn't have the ability to do so.

Compared to Yang Mi, Dilraba is more easily controlled by the company!

As a company leader, what would you choose? Judging others by her own standards, Yang Mi would inevitably give up her own career and focus all her efforts on developing Dilraba.

Fate presented itself to her once again.

Left or right?

"If Lu Yunzhou were in my situation, what would he choose?"

Lu Yunzhou may not be the smartest person Yang Mi knows, but he is definitely the most confident.

If Yang Mi were Lu Yunzhou at this moment, what would she choose?

After thinking for a long time, Yang Mi sighed helplessly: "That damned thing, although I don't want to admit it, can easily gain everyone's trust."

"If he were me, those two bitches Zeng Jia and Zhao Ruoyao would probably have been completely subdued by him long ago, and they would be licking his toes and trying to make him happy every day. There would be no way they would do those little things behind his back."

"They're engaging in underhanded tactics behind his back, causing the company to lose a fortune. How much money can they possibly make?"

"Instead of going through all that trouble, let's just cheer him up and get him to lead everyone in making money."

Langfang.

The recording base of "Idol Producer".

Lu Yunzhou followed Jiang Bing, the producer of the reality show, as they wandered around the film and television base.

Besides Cai Xukun, Jiang Bing visited several entertainment agencies in October and recruited dozens of trainees.

These trainees had no idea that this reality show would change their lives, and they didn't cherish this opportunity to get ahead.

Only Cai Xukun practiced until he was drenched in sweat every day.

"Old Jiang, how did Ah Kun do?"

Lu Yunzhou glanced through the glass door and saw that Cai Xukun was practicing very seriously, so he didn't go up to disturb him.

"Fantastic."

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Jiang Bing gave Lu Yunzhou two thumbs up: "There hasn't been a reality show like this for idol debuts in China yet. I have a feeling this reality show will definitely be a hit."

"Cai Xukun, you truly live up to your reputation as my little brother. You take everything you do just as seriously as I do."

"I have a feeling that he will become an instant sensation after our reality show airs."

Even so, Lu Yunzhou still couldn't help but feel a little uneasy when he saw Cai Xukun practicing the "Kunshan Kao" in the dance studio.

Who designed this dance for him?

He's a genius.

Moreover, Cai Xukun's shoulder flexibility is truly remarkable; how could he perform such a large range of motion and such a rapid pace?

"By the way, it seems your little brother is in a relationship."

Producer Jiang Bing secretly revealed a little secret to Lu Yunzhou.

This incident made Lu Yunzhou look at Cai Xukun with new respect, and he couldn't help but mutter, "He's locked up here, unable to even use his phone, how can he possibly date?"

"I'd like to see who his girlfriend is."

Lu Yunzhou was genuinely curious: Cai Xukun already had a girlfriend before he even became famous?

He could only silently pray: Remember not to put MSG in the fried noodles, otherwise, even your older brother can't save you.

"It's the weekend, his girlfriend will come to see him."

Producer Jiang Bing told Lu Yunzhou the location where the two secretly met.

Lu Yunzhou nodded slightly, then found a corner to hide in, wanting to see who that mysterious girl was.

Around 3 p.m.

He saw a girl wearing a classic khaki Borsalino hat near the film studio.

The other party skillfully avoided all the cameras and arrived at a section of the wall behind the film and television base.

The walls in other places are all cement walls, but here they are iron fences, so you can slip each other small gifts and share your feelings.

"Jingjing?"

Lu Yunzhou curiously came over to take a look and immediately realized that the girl looked somewhat familiar.

When the girl turned around halfway, Lu Yunzhou could see her somewhat square chin, her somewhat stubborn lips, and her deep-set eyes that were full of Southeast Asian charm.

It's Zhang Jingyi!

Lu Yunzhou recognized him immediately and couldn't help but be extremely curious.

Is Zhang Jingyi Ah Kun's girlfriend?

"Jingjing, are you and Akun dating?"

"I heard that you come to Langfang every weekend from Beijing Film Academy to meet Ah Kun?"

Lu Yunzhou was surprised to learn that Zhang Jingyi and Cai Xukun had such a good relationship.

Zhang Jingyi was startled when she saw Lu Yunzhou.

Immediately afterward, she realized that Lu Yunzhou had misunderstood her relationship with Cai Xukun, and immediately launched into a triple denial: "I didn't, I didn't, let me explain."

"You'll find out soon enough."

Zhang Jingyi knew she couldn't explain it clearly, so she told Lu Yunzhou to stay out of the way for a while and wait until Cai Xukun came out so he would know the details.

Upon hearing this, Lu Yunzhou got into a van and, through the privacy glass, tried to see what Cai Xukun and Zhang Jingyi were planning to do next.

A few minutes later, Cai Xukun sneaked out.

Upon seeing Zhang Jingyi, Cai Xukun's eyes lit up. He rushed over through the iron fence and said warmly, "Jingjing, my good brother, you've finally come!"

"You have no idea, this week in jail has made me feel like I want to die. I don't know when this will end."

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"By the way, did you download the movie I asked you to download?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Jingyi's face instantly turned red, and she shoved the phone into Cai Xukun's hand with a huff: "I don't know if this is what you want. You can see for yourself."

"I am deeply grateful!"

Cai Xukun kissed his phone hard.

Seeing Zhang Jingyi's strange expression, he explained to her in a serious tone, "Art films, they're all art films, not what you think. I'm just doing this for the sake of criticism."

"Say what you want, I'm leaving."

What kind of art film?

When Zhang Jingyi downloaded the app, she randomly picked one to watch, and it made her blush. She turned off the computer screen after three seconds.

She was afraid that if her roommates came in and saw what was on the screen, it would tarnish her illustrious image.

"I don't have anything good to give you this time, but I owe you a favor. I'll definitely thank you properly after I get out of here."

Cai Xukun held up two fingers to Zhang Jingyi and gave a stylish salute: "Wear more clothes, don't catch a cold."

Zhang Jingyi turned her back and waved to Cai Xukun.

Lu Yunzhou's nanny van followed Zhang Jingyi.

The car stopped at the intersection. Zhang Jingyi got into Lu Yunzhou's car and smiled helplessly at him: "You saw everything."

I'm not dating him. Every week he begs me, asking me to bring him something nice to eat, something to drink, or something to download a movie for him—

"Movie?"

Lu Yunzhou was taken aback: "What movie? He's been locked up in the training camp for closed training, and he still wants to watch movies? I don't remember him being that enthusiastic about movies."

"That's right, that's right—"

Zhang Jingyi didn't know how to explain, mumbled a few words, and her face turned red. It was really too embarrassing to say.

"I think I understand something."

Seeing Zhang Jingyi's troubled expression, Lu Yunzhou couldn't help but laugh.

"Please don't laugh."

Zhang Jingyi felt utterly ashamed and wished she could go back and strangle Cai Xukun with her two zombie claws.

I've never been so humiliated in my life.

"Jingjing, I've never met such a loyal girl. From today onwards, you'll call me Big Brother, just like Ah Kun."

"Come on, let's go eat."

"Do you know what good food is available here? Or is there anything you'd like to eat? Just say the word. My movie has been a huge box office hit lately, I've made a lot of money, you can have whatever you want."

Zhang Jingyi didn't know what good food was available here.

She always came and went in a hurry, never getting to appreciate the local scenery.

"I've heard that the Xianghe meat pies here are delicious. Shall I take you to try them?"

Seeing that Zhang Jingyi couldn't think of anything particularly delicious, Lu Yunzhou took her to try some local specialties.

While eating, Lu Yunzhou casually asked, "Jingjing, how's it going at the Beijing Film Academy?"

"fine."

Zhang Jingyi is a very quiet girl.

She nodded slightly, then remembered something else: "Big brother—Zhou Xun and Chen Kun opened a training institution called 'Shanxia Academy,' and they came to our school to invite newcomers to participate in their training. I received an invitation too. Do you think I should go? Could they be scammers?"

"He's not a scammer."

Lu Yunzhou never expected that the gears of fate would turn like this.

Zhang Jingyi is about to become Zhou Xun's darling.

"This is a rare opportunity for a newcomer. Why don't you give it a try?"

At this timeline, Zhou Xun had already finished filming "Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace," and only a few months remained before it collapsed.

After Zhou Xun's career collapses, all of Dong Shen's future actress resources will fall to Zhang Jingyi.

From this perspective, Zhang Jingyi joining Dong Shen Future is a better option than working for Lu Yunzhou.

After all, Lu Yunzhou didn't start many projects on his own, and the company already had two key figures, Liu Haocun and Tian Xiwei.

There's also Wang Churan, who also requires Lu Yunzhou to put in a lot of effort to promote him.

From Zhang Jingyi's perspective, going to Dong Shen would be a more promising future.

The young girl is loyal, so Lu Yunzhou has to consider her interests—otherwise, if he manages to lure her into his company, he won't have the resources to keep up.

Isn't this ridiculous?

Moreover, even if we take a step back and assume that Lu Yunzhou has suitable resources, he can also seek cooperation with Zhang Jingyi.

Can Zhou Xun still not be released?

"Next month, the movie channel is going to hold an event where they'll invite an actor each time to discuss acting skills. Zhou Xun is the initiator and host, and she just happened to invite me. I'll take you with me then, and we can chat with Zhou Xun for a bit and see what's going on."

It's actually quite unsafe for newcomers to enter this circle rashly.

But if Lu Yunzhou is willing to stand up for Zhang Jingyi, it will make people realize that Zhang Jingyi is not as simple as she seems on the surface, at least Lu Yunzhou is willing to stand up for her.

If something happens, Lu Yunzhou will step in to protect Zhang Jingyi.

"Big brother, thank you."

Although Zhang Jingyi was quiet, she was very perceptive and instantly understood what Lu Yunzhou's actions meant to her.

At that moment, she felt an indescribable warmth in her heart.

"You're calling me 'Big Brother,' so it's only right. Eat something. This meat pie is quite delicious."

Xianghe meat pies are quite delicious. The one Lu Yunzhou is eating is filled with donkey meat, which he hasn't eaten much donkey meat before.

"Um."

At this moment, the afternoon sun shone down, shining through the glass window and onto Lu Yunzhou's cheeks.

Zhang Jingyi looked up a few times and thought that his profile was really handsome, giving off an indescribable sense of reassurance.

Watching Lu Yunzhou eat, Zhang Jingyi felt that time seemed to slow down at this moment, and all the moments were flowing quietly.

At that moment, she even had a slight desire for some paparazzi to pass by and take a picture of her having dinner with Lu Yunzhou.

She'd already come up with the trending topic title: "[Lu Yunzhou has lunch with a mysterious beauty!]"

Let her have a moment of quiet joy too.

After all, her roommates always asked where she got her classic Borsalino hat, and she could never explain it.

If she could have a rumored relationship with Lu Yunzhou, she wouldn't need to explain herself.

"Why."

However, when Zhang Jingyi recalled the embarrassment she felt during their earlier meeting, all those beautiful hopes shattered like glass.

It's all Cai Xukun's fault.

Let me download some movies for him.

Ashamed.

Find a chance and strangle him!

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