Huayu: Just entered the industry, and was pursued by a young actress.

Zhou Jin rolled her eyes at him, her face full of black lines: "If I were really not good enough, would I be coming to you? Dilraba is on her period."

Bai Lu said "Oh," and then suddenly realized.

Immediately, she put on a smiling face, clung to Zhou Jin's arm, and said in a coquettish tone:

"Brother Jin, even if you really can't do it anymore, I'll still love you."

Zhou Jin was amused by her words and raised an eyebrow, asking in return, "What if it works?"

Bai Lu blinked and said matter-of-factly:

"Of course I like you more!"

……

More than two hours later.

Bai Lu lay limp on the bed, her body aching all over. She didn't even have the strength to lift a finger.

Her voice was slightly hoarse from begging so blatantly earlier.

She glared at Zhou Jin with resentment in her eyes and complained angrily:

"Jin-ge, you're so mean. You've been so good to Reba, and now you're coming here to vent your frustrations. I've even screamed for help, but you still won't stop."

Hearing this, Zhou Jin felt a little embarrassed.

Actually, he didn't want to go through all this trouble, but Bai Lu's appearance was just too tempting.

Besides, tonight when we were having hot pot, she was incredibly audacious and insisted on teasing him wildly under the table with her black stockings right in front of Dilraba.

If anyone's to blame, it's her own fault for getting herself into trouble.

However, although she was extremely exhausted, Bai Lu felt an unprecedented sense of satisfaction.

She liked Zhou Jin and was extremely fond of such intimate contact with him without reservation.

Like a docile kitten, she clung tightly to Zhou Jin's arm, nestled obediently in his embrace, closed her eyes, and whispered, "Goodnight, Brother Jin."

Zhou Jin gently stroked her hair and replied with a smile, "Goodnight."

……

The next morning.

Zhou Jin was holding Bai Lu as she slept soundly when a cell phone suddenly rang urgently.

He opened his eyes and saw that it was Yang Mi calling.

As soon as the call connected, Yang Mi's very serious voice came through:

"New Year's Day is just around the corner, and the Golden Broom Awards nominations will begin in early January 15. I just got inside information that 'The Breakup Guru' has been nominated for Most Disappointing Film, Deng Chao for Most Disappointing Director, and we two have been nominated for Most Disappointing Actor and Actress, respectively."

Zhou Jin, who was still a little sleepy, instantly woke up upon hearing this.

Yang Mi continued in a serious tone:

"The online voting will start soon. I have a feeling that this year's Golden Broom Awards will most likely be swept by 'The Breakup Guru' and the two of us."

Although Yang Mi has a long history in the entertainment industry and holds some capital, she ultimately cannot control such award selections that are used for hype and publicity.

Zhou Jin actually saw things more clearly than she did.

He knew in his heart that, following the normal trajectory, "The Breakup Guru" and Yang Mi would indeed "win big" at this year's Golden Broom Awards.

He spoke calmly into the phone, analyzing the situation:

"Honey, there are so many bad movies nominated every year, and there are tons of films worse than 'The Breakup Guru.' Why do they insist on giving us all these major awards?"

"The reason is simple: our film currently has the highest box office and the most viewership. Giving us the award would also boost the Golden Broom Awards' own profile and popularity."

Yang Mi sighed softly on the other end of the phone:

"I know all these intricacies. Actually, I don't really care, since I've been criticized for my acting skills more than once or twice."

"But my main concern is you. After all, you're still a newcomer. If you get such an award right after your debut on the big screen, I'm afraid it will become a stain on your resume and affect your future career."

Zhou Jin could clearly hear Yang Mi's concern for her on the other end of the phone.

He chuckled softly, his tone remarkably certain:

"Honey, I can say with 100% certainty that this year's Golden Broom Awards will go to 'The Breakup Guru,' and we'll definitely 'win' the Most Disappointing Actor and Actress awards."

Yang Mi was stunned for a moment.

Although she didn't know why Zhou Jin was so certain, she still instinctively believed him.

She sighed softly and advised, "In that case, you'd better not go to the awards ceremony. Going there will not only fail to gain the audience's sympathy, but will only attract more ridicule."

Zhou Jin laughed nonchalantly: "What I want is for them to mock me even more."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "Although 'Nirvana in Fire' hasn't been officially scheduled for release yet, it's estimated to be around the time the Golden Broom Awards are announced."

"I have absolute confidence that once this drama airs, my performance will be enough to silence all the current doubts."

Yang Mi listened to Zhou Jin's words in surprise.

When she chatted with Brother Hu before, she did hear him sincerely marvel at Zhou Jin's terrifying acting skills.

But she never expected that Zhou Jin was so confident that as soon as "Nirvana in Fire" aired, public opinion across the internet would instantly and completely reverse.

Yang Mi asked seriously, "Are you really that confident?"

Zhou Jin's voice was filled with strong confidence:

"Of course. I guarantee that as soon as 'Nirvana in Fire' airs, all those netizens who followed suit and mocked me will completely change their attitude."

After hanging up the phone, Zhou Jin turned her head and found that Bai Lu beside her had woken up at some point.

She had clearly heard the entire conversation on the phone, and now, filled with righteous indignation, she glared at Zhou Jin and said angrily:

"How could these people do this? Brother Jin, your acting in 'The Breakup Guru' was so natural and good! They're just trying to ride your coattails and get more views, yet they're so shameless as to deliberately smear you!"

Seeing Bai Lu's cheeks puffed out in anger, Zhou Jin smiled and pinched her cheek, gently comforting her:

"It's okay, that's just how the entertainment industry is."

"Since we have enjoyed the benefits brought by the huge traffic and popularity, we must also bear the backlash it brings. These are mutually reinforcing."

Bai Lu couldn't help but ask, "So what should we do now?"

Zhou Jin smiled gently.

He always felt that Huang Bo was right.

Zhou Jin looked at Bai Lu and said with a smile:

"It's very simple: make yourself more and more popular. When you truly stand at the peak, you'll find that everyone around you is a good person."

After a pause, Zhou Jin continued, "Moreover, this statement applies not only to the entertainment industry, but is true everywhere."

Bai Lu was naturally intelligent and understood the deeper meaning in Zhou Jin's words, and fell silent thoughtfully.

After getting up and washing up, Zhou Jin woke up Reba.

Because of her period, Dilraba was feeling a bit unwell, so Zhou Jin didn't go anywhere all day.

He stayed in the room with Dilraba and Bai Lu, comfortably snuggling on the sofa to watch movies and TV series.

In the evening, Dilraba very considerately went back to her room to rest, leaving the space to Bai Lu and Zhou Jin.

With a man and a woman alone in a room, Bai Lu took the initiative to pull Zhou Jin into a passionate kiss, and the two soon began a fierce battle.

After the passion subsided, Bai Lu leaned limply against the headboard and looked at Zhou Jin sincerely, saying:

"Jin-ge, go take a shower, go find Reba tonight, and sleep with her in your arms."

Zhou Jin was stunned for a moment, then turned to look at Bai Lu and found that there was no hint of testing or jealousy in her eyes, only a serious expression.

"If I leave, what will you do?"

Bai Lu rolled her eyes at Zhou Jin and said, "I've already eaten, but Reba is still alone."

"Besides, I already took you all last night, so I can't take Jin-ge all tonight too."

Zhou Jin was surprised that Bai Lu was so generous.

He kissed the egret on the lips, then said with a smile:

"Mengyan, before you leave, 1, 2, 3, 4, one more time?"

The egret's eyes lit up again instantly.

"Mmm, okay." Bai Lu's voice sounded forced, but her body language betrayed her.

After the battle, Zhou Jin took a quick shower in the bathroom and then returned to her room.

……

On the other side, Dilraba had already been lying in bed, ready to go to sleep.

Hearing the door open and seeing Zhou Jin walk in, her beautiful eyes lit up with surprise.

"Brother Jin? What brings you here?"

Zhou Jin smiled and walked to the bedside, asking in return, "What? You don't want me to come and keep you company?"

Reba immediately shook her head vigorously, "Of course not, of course not!"

Zhou Jin took off her coat, got into bed, pulled Reba into her arms, and said with a smile:

"Bai Lu told me to come over and cuddle with you while I slept after I finished showering."

Upon hearing this, Dilraba was visibly taken aback.

She suddenly remembered that after lunch today, Bai Lu had quietly pulled her aside and given her an extremely bold idea.

Although she is no longer the naive little girl who knew nothing back then.

But the suggestion was so embarrassing that it made her blush and her heart race, so she refused without even thinking about it.

But now...

Feeling Zhou Jin's warm and strong embrace, Reba bit her rosy lips, and suddenly felt a little wavering in her heart.

Perhaps... after her relatives leave, she can really try that bold idea?