Unless a big brand comes to us for endorsement, the bulk of the endorsement fee will be taken away by the company, and only a pitiful amount will be left in our hands!
They are using the harshest terms to squeeze out years of our youth and value! This is a secret known to the entire industry!
If I can use this opportunity to make it public, so that the whole of Hong Kong, and even the whole of Southeast Asia, can see TVB's true face, what does it matter if I get a little criticism? This is far more important than my personal gains and losses!
Besides, this is also helping Xiaolinsheng defeat his opponent, so I have no choice but to do it!"
Lu Ruirong's words were clear and coherent, full of indignation at the unfairness of TVB's contract and a determination to change the status quo.
Gao Qiaohao looked at the girl in front of him with a firm look and talking eloquently, and felt a strong shock in his heart.
He had indeed looked down on her before.
She is not only beautiful, but also courageous, insightful, sacrificial, and even has an almost paranoid sense of responsibility.
This courage to be at the forefront of the storm for the sake of the goal made him, a person who has been struggling in the business world for many years, admire her.
"Good! Miss Lu is as capable as any man!"
Gao Qiaohao praised sincerely, and his evaluation of the Miss Hong Kong third runner-up completely changed.
He pulled two checks from his briefcase and handed them over. "These are from Mr. Xiaolin. One is for NT$1.5 million to pay TVB for breach of contract. The other is for NT$1 million, Mr. Xiaolin's compensation to you for the fear you and your family have endured these past few days."
Two huge checks lay quietly in Gao Qiaohao's hands.
When Mr. and Mrs. Lu saw the number on the check, their eyes lit up instantly, and their faces were filled with unconcealable ecstasy and excitement.
Another one million! This is an astronomical figure for an ordinary family in Sham Shui Po, enough to completely change their lives! Mother Lu even subconsciously wanted to take it.
However, Lu Ruirong's gaze lingered on the two checks for a moment, and she reached out and took a check for 1.5 million to pay the penalty for breach of contract, and then she gently pushed the other check back to Gao Qiaohao.
This action stunned everyone present, including Gao Qiaohao.
Mr. and Mrs. Lu looked at their daughter anxiously, not understanding why she would refuse the one million yuan for free.
"Gao Qiaosheng!"
Lu Ruirong's voice was clear and calm, with a serious tone that came from deep consideration. "I'll accept this check for 1.5 million yuan in liquidated damages. It's exactly what I need to solve the current problem. But the other one..."
She pointed at the rejected check. "I can't take it. I'm Xiaolinsheng's woman. It's my duty to protect his reputation and not cause him any trouble. There's no question of compensation. What happened these past two days has made me think a lot."
I don’t want to be a vase that only stands there to look pretty, a vessel that can only be used to… hold water.”
She wanted to say something more straightforward, but she chose such a subtle metaphor.
Then, she paused, and said more firmly, "Please return this one million to Mr. Xiaolin. And please tell him that I don't need any compensation. What I want is an opportunity, a chance to truly accomplish something, to realize some of my life's value. Mr. Xiaolin, please...consider it."
The alley was silent.
Gao Qiaohao was completely shocked.
This girl, who came from an ordinary background and had just experienced tremendous pressure and even had to borrow money at high interest rates, showed clarity and ambition in the face of huge amounts of money, which far exceeded his imagination.
What she wants is not money, but a platform to prove her worth!
This backbone and ambition filled Gao Qiaohao's heart with respect.
"Ms. Lu..."
Gao Qiaohao didn't force it any further. He solemnly put away the returned check and looked at her carefully, saying, "I will definitely convey your words to the boss word for word. I, Gao Qiaohao, have gotten to know you all over again today. I admire you!"
He had already decided in his heart that this girl was extraordinary and would not be an unnecessary embellishment in Xiao Linsheng's life in the future.
After receiving Gao Qiaohao's response, Lu Ruirong showed a smile of relief and anticipation on his face.
Next, Gao Qiaohao quickly arranged the details of the next action.
He took a miniature hidden camera disguised as an ordinary object from the Asia Daily reporter, handed it to Lü Ruirong, and whispered, "Ms. Lü, after you get the TVB contract, find an opportunity to record the key terms. Then, clearly express your dissatisfaction with the terms and request a revision."
TVB, especially Mona Fong, will definitely refuse forcefully, even threatening you with liquidated damages. At that point, you should take out the 1.5 million yuan liquidated damages check you've prepared, hand it to her in person, and announce your withdrawal from TVB and your decision not to sign the contract. Reporters will also look for opportunities to take photos outside TVB.
Lu Ruirong listened carefully and nodded vigorously: "I understand, Mr. Gao Qiao, don't worry, I know what to do."
At this moment, Lu Ruirong looked completely renewed. Her eyes were full of fighting spirit, and the previous haze was completely swept away.
Watching Lu Ruirong leave with his parents and the check for 1.5 million, Gao Qiaohao felt filled with emotion.
He immediately found a telephone booth and dialed Lin Huowang's hotline, reporting in detail everything that had just happened, especially Lu Ruirong's words about returning the check, as well as her decision and request to go beyond being a vase.
On the other end of the phone, after listening to Gao Qiaohao's story, Lin Huowang was silent for a long time.
Lu Ruirong's choice gave him a new understanding of her.
The courage to refuse monetary compensation and the desire to "realize the value of life" are so unique.
From this moment on, the relationship between him and Lu Ruirong was no longer a simple transaction.
Finally, Lin Huowang's four concise words came through the receiver:
"I see!"
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