Huayu: That year, I withdrew from the Super Boy competition.

Su Wei has many feelings during the filming period.

Both the director and his co-stars said he was talented, had made great progress, and had a promising future.

These words did sound helpful, but he wasn't fooled by them.

He knew he might have a talent for acting.

This talent helped him avoid many pitfalls in front of the camera.

But talent is one thing, but a lack of practical experience cannot be compensated for by talent.

After more than a month of filming, Su Wei's handling of details in many places was actually not up to par.

Whether it's the nuances of emotional transitions, the control of micro-expressions, or the variations in the rhythm of lines, he often needs the director's guidance on set to achieve the required level of performance.

Every aspect of the performance reminded him that he had only just taken his first step on the path of acting, and there was still much to learn.

So when Cai Yinong suggested he go back to school, although he was genuinely a little uncomfortable, he rationally knew that there was nothing wrong with the arrangement itself.

Taking a break to solidify his foundation won't do him any harm.

However, this is only one aspect.

Su Wei also had another consideration.

He remembers clearly that for a long time to come, Tangren didn't actually have any particularly outstanding self-produced dramas.

Apart from "Scarlet Heart" a few years later, several of his other dramas received lukewarm responses.

If he puts all his eggs in one basket with Tangren Media and waits for the company to offer him roles one after another, then those few years in between could very well be wasted.

He didn't want to waste time.

The production cycle for movies and TV series is too long. From receiving the script to joining the crew, to filming, to post-production, and then to online broadcast, a single show can easily take one or two years.

Newcomers have almost no initiative in this process; they wait for others to choose them, for scheduling to be arranged, and for the broadcast results. They are waiting at every step.

But music is different.

As long as the album is of high quality, the production is up to par, the lyrics and music are good, and the release is effective, the results will be seen quickly.

When a song becomes popular, fame and income will follow.

While the Chinese music industry is still relatively prosperous, physical records have not yet been impacted to the extent they were later.

He needs to establish himself in the music industry first.

This matter is urgent.

As for whether the album will be a hit?

Su Wei wasn't worried about this at all.

Every song he remembered was a work that had been tested by the market in his previous life.

He had a clear understanding of the melody, the arrangement, and the core highlights of the lyrics.

He believed that as long as the production was of high quality and the promotion was effective, he was confident he could make a name for himself.

He leaned back in his chair, closed his eyes, and went over these things again and again.

He finally came to the conclusion that he didn't need to rush to compare himself with anyone.

Just make sure each step is solid.

Cai Yinong looked at Su Wei's calm face and, confirming that he showed no signs of dissatisfaction, secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

She had actually made two preparations before coming.

If Su Wei was not satisfied with the arrangements, she had prepared a long explanation.

The conversation begins by discussing the need for new employees to gain experience, then moves on to the difficulties of allocating company resources, and finally offers a few plausible but ultimately unrealistic promises as reassurance.

She has used this set of lines for many years and has said it to different artists many times. She knows it so well that she can recite it backwards.

As a result, this guy's "no objection" shut down all the things she had prepared to say.

As a result, her punch felt like hitting cotton, but the feeling wasn't bad.

She leaned back in her chair, looking at Su Wei's profile, and her opinion of the young man rose another notch.

He remains calm and composed in the face of both honor and disgrace, and so far seems to be quite obedient.

Each of these points is a plus.

What kind of celebrities haven't I seen as a boss?

Talented but short-tempered, obedient but lacking in wit, sweet-talking but backstabbing.

It's rare to find someone like Su Wei who has good qualities, is quick to learn, puts in the effort when filming, and is also calm and composed.

With proper training and time, he might just become the next Hu Ge from Tangren Media.

As a boss, I like this kind of promising young person who knows when to advance and retreat. I don't have to worry about them, coax them, or clean up their messes.

The rest of the journey was very quiet in the car.

Neither Cai Yinong nor Su Wei spoke again.

Su Wei didn't speak because he was thinking about something else.

How to choose tracks for the first album, who to arrange the music, and where the production costs will come from...

It was already very late when they arrived in the capital.

Hotel lobby.

Cai Yinong handed the room key to Su Wei, told him that someone would pick him up tomorrow morning and that he should get some rest, and then got into the car and left.

The next morning, Su Wei was woken up by a knock on the door.

Before he could speak, Xiao Wu had already swiped the spare room card to open the door and called out from the doorway, "Brother Su, time to get up."

Su Wei rolled over in bed, squinted at his phone, and realized he was waking up earlier than he usually did on set.

He gave a muffled reply, sat up and stared blankly for half a minute before resignedly going into the bathroom.

Not long after, the executive agent that Cai Yinong had arranged for him arrived.

Cai Yinong is nominally Su Wei's agent.

But as a company owner with so many artists and projects under her, she can't possibly focus all her energy on a newcomer.

The person who came today will, barring any unforeseen circumstances, be the person who will actually be in charge of his daily brokerage business in the future.

The man looked to be in his early thirties, wearing a dark jacket and carrying a briefcase. He stood in the hotel lobby and saw Su Wei coming out of the elevator, so he took the initiative to go to her.

"Su Wei, hello, my name is Liu Xiang. I will be in charge of your management business from now on. I hope we can have a pleasant cooperation in the future."

After he finished speaking, he stretched out his hand.

Su Wei reached out and shook hands with him: "Brother Liu, hello, it's a pleasure to work with you."

The two exchanged a brief greeting, and Liu Xiang, without further ado, helped Xiao Wu load Su Wei's belongings into the car, and the group set off.

The filming location was Yangsong Town, HR District, the National China Film Digital Production Base.

This base officially opened at the end of July this year. Sixteen high-standard photography studios are lined up in a row, and the supporting professional lighting, set design, and post-production equipment are all top-of-the-line in the industry.

Since its opening, it has become the preferred location for many celebrities to take photoshoots and promotional photos.

As the car drove in through the gate, several groups of people could be seen entering and exiting different areas along the way, with equipment boxes stacked neatly and the venue's operations well-organized.

Cai Yinong arranged for Su Wei to work for a local Beijing fashion magazine called "Mina".

This magazine follows a trendy Japanese and Korean style and has a certain influence among young readers.

The main focus is on fashion, beauty, and celebrity features.

It's a great platform for new models and actors who need to build exposure.

It's not a top-tier magazine, but for Su Wei at this stage, the threshold is right and the tone matches.