Chapter 51 Chapter 51

Gu Xing Shi recently met Sheng Yue Qing several times and finally understood that he wasn't a fan of Cheng Xin, but wanted to be signed under him.

Gu Xing Shi was stunned when he realized this.

After all, he had never considered this possibility before. At most, he felt sorry for him, thinking his company was unfair. He would help him when he encountered problems, and speak up for him when he was slandered.

As a manager, he couldn't sign someone out of sympathy. If the person lacked the talent, entering the industry wouldn't be good for them.

So, he investigated and discovered that Sheng Yue Qing had great potential.

His appearance was undeniable, but more importantly, he had great screen presence.

His early photoshoots, though green, showed a vibrant spirit. In the following years, he was suppressed, cyberbullied, and plagued with scandals; he seemed shrouded in a cocoon, his light fading.

But even so, his face was still stunning.

Sheng Yue Qing had been blacklisted for so many years; anyone else would have faded away. Yet, he remained active on screen, which speaks volumes.

After all, people who appreciate beauty are the most realistic. Even the most beautiful wooden beauties are quickly forgotten; only someone like Sheng Yue Qing can repeatedly captivate people, making them unable to look away.

Secondly, his mentality was remarkable. Sheng Yue Qing was betrayed by his teammates and company, and blacklisted for so long, yet he wasn't pessimistic or filled with resentment; he simply gave up a bit.

This shows that he possesses a stable and firm disposition, not easily swayed by external factors.

With such a mentality, what couldn't he achieve?

It's a pity that his company didn't know how to polish this jade, instead using this pearl to set off imitation pearls - a complete waste of talent.

At this point, Gu Xing Shi decided to sign Sheng Yue Qing.

But before he could act, he discovered that Sheng Yue Qing's company had released a statement online, smearing him beyond recognition.

The system clicked its tongue: 【Actually, the trainee went to the hospital not because of depression, but to treat a sexually transmitted disease. He only met Sheng Yue Qing a few times. There's no romantic entanglement; Sheng Yue Qing didn't even know him.】

Gu Xing Shi was stunned, incredulously asking: 【This is too absurd! They're making things up!】

System: 【What else could they do? The company was also frustrated. After all, Sheng Yue Qing went back to his room after work, playing games and writing in his diary. There wasn't even any pornography on his computer; even I couldn't dig up any scandals, let alone them!】

Gu Xing Shi: 【……】

System: 【As for why they did this, it's because they knew Sheng Yue Qing wanted to terminate his contract, fearing he would expose their actions of suppressing him to promote others. Also, when Sheng Yue Qing debuted, he had a great opportunity, but they feared he'd become arrogant and disobedient, so they concealed it from him, causing him to miss out and even offend a senior.】

【As for withholding Sheng Yue Qing's pay, concealing sales figures, etc., there are countless examples. Oh, and after Sheng Yue Qing left the group, they even used his materials to deceive new fans…】

Gu Xing Shi didn't expect so much to be going on behind the scenes.

He thought it was because of Sheng Yue Qing's controversial nature that the company exploited him, but it turned out they had bad intentions from the start.

No wonder their reaction was so intense when they learned that Sheng Yue Qing wanted to terminate his contract.

Thinking of this, he called Sheng Yue Qing.

In his impression, Sheng Yue Qing was socially anxious but had a vibrant spirit inside. Now, he seemed withered, his voice filled with despair and helplessness.

He spoke cautiously, as if Gu Xing Shi's casual words could crush him.

Gu Xing Shi had many things to say, such as comforting him and telling him how to solve the problem.

But the moment he opened his mouth, his words changed.

"Sheng Yue Qing, would you be willing to sign with me?"

He heard silence on the other end of the phone, followed by a heavy thud. After some commotion, Sheng Yue Qing's voice finally came through: "Re…Really? But…"

Gu Xing Shi knew what he was worried about, so he simply asked: "Don't worry about anything else, just tell me if you're willing."

"I am, of course, I am!" Sheng Yue Qing's voice was urgent, as if afraid that if he spoke a second slower, his dream opportunity would vanish.

Gu Xing Shi chuckled softly: "Good, then the manager's work begins."

He asked Sheng Yue Qing for his dorm and company address, and instructed him what to do and what not to do.

Sheng Yue Qing seemed to suddenly find a pillar of support, carefully listening to Gu Xing Shi's arrangements, wanting to memorize every word.

Gu Xing Shi noticed his anxiety and slowed his speech.

However, as Sheng Yue Qing listened, he felt something was wrong. Every word was protective, without sacrifice or compromise. Even when facing his former company, there was no concession.

This huge scandal was caused by his company's statement.

So, even if Sheng Yue Qing was unwilling, for the sake of the bigger picture, he could accept apologizing.

Unexpectedly, Gu Xing Shi directly said: "No, remember, as long as you haven't done anything wrong, you never have to bow your head."

He paused, softening his voice, "Don't worry, I'll protect you."

Sheng Yue Qing on the other end of the phone was stunned.

The night wind blew the curtains, as if a star fell into his eyes, its light gradually spreading across his face, finally transforming into an uncontrollable smile.

"Mm, I believe you."

-

Gu Xing Shi first contacted a lawyer, then went to pick up Sheng Yue Qing.

Many paparazzi were already squatting outside the dorm, their cameras pointed at Sheng Yue Qing's window. Many people, whether black fans or otherwise, were holding banners and shouting curses at Sheng Yue Qing, some even throwing bottles or stones at his window.

Gu Xing Shi's face darkened, but he could only suppress his anger, secretly settling the score with Sheng Yue Qing's company, Yuan Yang Entertainment.

After driving into the underground parking garage, he called Sheng Yue Qing.

Sheng Yue Qing was stunned when he received the call. When Gu Xing Shi said he would pick him up, he thought it would be after the contract termination, but he came now.

Fortunately, he didn't have much luggage, and because he was so excited, he had already packed.

As the car slowly drove away from the dorm, Sheng Yue Qing noticed the paparazzi and black fans outside.

Before he could see clearly, Gu Xing Shi pulled down the curtain: "Don't look."

Sheng Yue Qing was stunned.

He suddenly thought of a possibility: Gu Xing Shi came early to pick him up because he was worried that the paparazzi and black fans would hurt him?

At that moment, this realization felt like a warm current enveloping his heart.

This was Gu Xing Shi's protection.

What he once envied and felt unattainable had fallen into his hands.

Even though the outside was filled with curses and malice, Sheng Yue Qing felt overwhelming happiness.

Gu Xing Shi found him a hotel with excellent privacy and comfort, comforted him for a while, and then rushed to meet the lawyer to discuss the details.

The next morning, he brought the lawyer to pick up Sheng Yue Qing.

Sheng Yue Qing had slept well last night, his previous depression and despair gone. Even without makeup, his skin glowed.

Gu Xing Shi brought them to Yuan Yang Entertainment.

Sheng Yue Qing's manager was reporting to Yuan Yang Entertainment's CEO, but for some reason, his right eye had been twitching all day, making him uneasy.

At this moment, the Yuan Yang CEO received a call: "What? Who do you say is here?"

When he took the manager to the meeting room, he was puzzled. They had no dealings with Le Shi; why would Mr. Gu come to their company?

Though puzzled, upon seeing the person, he immediately put on a warm smile: "Mr. Gu, what a rare guest! My apologies for the late welcome!"

The manager also smiled and greeted him.

After all, everyone in the industry wanted to know Mr. Gu, even just by sight.

But then he saw the person standing behind Gu Xing Shi, his smile freezing instantly.

Why was Sheng Yue Qing behind Gu Xing Shi?

After the statement was released, the manager couldn't contact Sheng Yue Qing.

He thought Sheng Yue Qing resented him and blocked him, but since Sheng Yue Qing was no longer valuable, he didn't care.

But now, his ominous premonition was expanding.

Gu Xing Shi noticed him but ignored him, only saying to the Yuan Yang CEO: "CEO Huang, I'm here to help someone terminate their contract."

The Yuan Yang CEO's face stiffened: "Te…Terminate? Whose contract?"

Gu Xing Shi smiled: "Sheng Yue Qing, you should remember him, right?"

The manager and CEO Huang's faces instantly changed.

The manager looked incredulously at Sheng Yue Qing, then at Gu Xing Shi: "You…You…"

He never imagined that the person who wanted to sign Sheng Yue Qing was Gu Xing Shi!!

He instantly regretted it.

Firstly, Gu Xing Shi was not easy to deal with.

Secondly, everyone in the industry knew that Mr. Gu had excellent vision, and everyone he promoted became famous.

Did Sheng Yue Qing really have the potential to become a big star?!

He hadn't cared about Sheng Yue Qing before, but now it felt like a treasure was about to be snatched away.

CEO Huang obviously thought of this too, quickly saying: "Mr. Gu is joking, Yue Qing has always been a valued artist in our company. Why would he suddenly terminate his contract? Is there a misunderstanding?"

Gu Xing Shi sneered: "So, your company's 'valuing' involves planting false scandals on your artists? Indeed eye-opening!"

CEO Huang's expression immediately froze.

The manager quickly said: "Misunderstanding, it's all a misunderstanding. We were deceived by that trainee's sweet talk…"

Gu Xing Shi didn't intend to listen to such disgusting words, directly interrupting him: "Both of you, I'm not here to negotiate. I'm merely informing you of the contract termination."

CEO Huang and the manager's faces changed.

CEO Huang looked at Sheng Yue Qing, but Sheng Yue Qing's eyes followed Gu Xing Shi, not looking at them.

His attitude was clear.

Since they couldn't win him back, they could only use him to extort Gu Xing Shi.

Thinking of this, he immediately changed his attitude: "Mr. Gu wants to sign Yue Qing, it's Yue Qing's honor, but as Yue Qing's parent company, we've invested a lot of money and effort in cultivating him…"

Gu Xing Shi couldn't help but laugh: "Sorry, CEO Huang, I may not have made it clear. I mean, unconditional contract termination."

CEO Huang angrily said: "You want to take him away without paying a cent? Don't push it!"

Gu Xing Shi sighed: "Given what you've done, I haven't even asked you to pay compensation, how is this excessive?"

CEO Huang: "!!!"

Gu Xing Shi: "Or should I remind you, two years ago, when Sheng Yue Qing was still in his previous group, the sales figures of his albums and photobooks seemed to have some problems?"

CEO Huang's face changed again.

Gu Xing Shi still didn't stop, mentioning the manager's embezzlement, even CEO Huang didn't know about it.

The manager didn't expect Gu Xing Shi to know this, hurriedly looking at CEO Huang: "CEO Huang, I didn't…"

"Shut up!" CEO Huang glared at him fiercely.

He didn't know how Gu Xing Shi knew this, but since he chose to negotiate instead of exposing it, it meant he didn't have much evidence.

Thinking this, his mood improved slightly, but he was still somewhat cowardly in front of Gu Xing Shi, "You're talking nonsense, I'll sue you for defamation! And I will never let Sheng Yue Qing terminate his contract! You won't get him!"

At this time, the lawyer beside Gu Xing Shi politely said: "I'm afraid that's not possible."

CEO Huang: "Who are you?!"

The lawyer showed his business card: "I'm Mr. Sheng Yue Qing's lawyer, my surname is Ge."

CEO Huang: "!!!"

Was this the famous lawyer Ge, skilled in contract termination cases?!

Gu Xing Shi smiled: "CEO Huang, do you think it's better to talk here or in court?"

CEO Huang: "..."

Three hours later, Sheng Yue Qing dazedly signed his name on the contract termination agreement.

CEO Huang and the manager were no longer arrogant, signing dejectedly.

After the agreement was signed, Gu Xing Shi solemnly handed Sheng Yue Qing his copy: "Congratulations, you're free."

Even as they left Yuan Yang Entertainment, Sheng Yue Qing was still in disbelief.

It was so easy to terminate the contract?

On the other hand, after the successful termination, Gu Xing Shi immediately posted the pre-written Weibo post.

【Welcome @Sheng Yue Qing to the Le Shi family. A time will come when the wind and waves break, and you will sail directly to the vast ocean.】

Immediately, Meng Yuan Sheng, Cheng Xin, and even Qin Wen, who was filming, reposted the Weibo, expressing their welcome and affection for their junior.

Sheng Yue Qing was stunned again.

He had worried about how to clear his scandals.

As Gu Xing Shi promised, he didn't let him face these things, but shifted the pressure onto himself.

Sure enough, after this Weibo post, no one focused on Sheng Yue Qing anymore; everyone flooded Gu Xing Shi's Weibo.

【Mr. Gu, you're foolish! Why sign someone with such poor character!】

【Ahhhhh I'm so speechless! Sheng Yue Qing, you're a plague, harming one company after another!】

【Mr. Gu, please! There are so many handsome and virtuous people in the entertainment industry, why sign Sheng Yue Qing?】

【I also thought Sheng Yue Qing wasn't a good person, but since Mr. Gu is willing to sign him, maybe there's a reversal, let the bullets fly for a while~】

【The newcomer is making a big splash! Seniors are lining up to congratulate him, will the seniors nurture him later?】

【I'm really disappointed in Mr. Gu this time, I thought Mr. Gu signed only strong actors, but it turns out he couldn't escape the vase…】

【Hahahahaha waiting for the crash!】

【The black fans are reporting!】

【10086 warning!】

【But the scandals are quite solid, I feel that even 10086 can't whitewash it?】

【Haven't there been even more solid scandals before, weren't they proven false later?】

【I choose to believe 10086.】

…

Sheng Yue Qing looked at the comments under Gu Xing Shi's Weibo, feeling apprehensive.

Gu Xing Shi was calm: "Don't worry, let the public opinion ferment a little longer."

Sheng Yue Qing: "???"

Gu Xing Shi took out the prepared contract. Sheng Yue Qing wanted to sign it directly, but Gu Xing Shi stopped him, asking Lawyer Ge to explain each clause.

He reasoned: "The lawyer fees are paid, we must make full use of them!"

Lawyer Ge: "...Mr. Gu, it's not appropriate to say such capitalist things in front of me?"

But he soon laughed, and diligently explained to Sheng Yue Qing.

The more he explained, the more surprised he was.

He had handled countless contract termination cases and seen hundreds of contracts, but this was the first time he had seen such a contract that prioritized the artist's interests.

For a moment, he wanted to ask Gu Xing Shi, are you running a company or doing charity?

But soon, he realized that this was a normal contract.

Such contracts were only seen in the hands of top artists with power.

He had seen many capitalists using various methods to exploit newcomers, finding a normal contract unusual.

This was perhaps the absurdity of the entertainment industry.

His voice became gentler, and by the end of the explanation, he patted Sheng Yue Qing's shoulder: "You've met a benefactor. Work hard, don't disappoint your manager Gu."

Sheng Yue Qing nodded vigorously.

He held the pen, with unprecedented solemnity, writing his name stroke by stroke, as if signing a contract with happiness.

At that moment, the past unpleasant experiences blurred.

For the first time, he had hope for the future.

However, as he held the contract, lost in this emotion, Gu Xing Shi rushed in: "It's signed, let's go for the first job!"

Sheng Yue Qing immediately became nervous.

Unexpectedly, Gu Xing Shi took him to a studio in the suburbs.

He had heard from his former teammates about this studio, the most expensive and luxurious in Beijing. Even at their peak, the company couldn't afford to let them shoot here.

But he didn't expect that after terminating his contract and without earning a cent for his new company, Mr. Gu would bring him here.

Upon entering, he was dizzy.

The photographer was Adam!!

Although he knew that Mr. Gu and Adam were close, it was normal to invite him to take photos, but the fees should still be paid, right?

Just thinking about the studio and Adam's fees made Sheng Yue Qing apprehensive.

However, Gu Xing Shi was calm, proudly introducing to Adam: "This is my new artist, Sheng Yue Qing."

Adam only glanced at Sheng Yue Qing, then couldn't look away, exclaiming: "Where did you find these treasures! My God! This face is simply God's masterpiece! Nuwa's show of skill!"

"I haven't even drunk yet, but I already feel inspired!"

Adam even personally styled Sheng Yue Qing, exclaiming as he worked, his language system starting to malfunction.

The photoshoot was the same.

Sheng Yue Qing was initially a little uncomfortable, but seeing Gu Xing Shi praising him beside Adam, he felt enveloped in security and gradually relaxed.

Screen presence is an esoteric concept.

Some people may not have particularly outstanding daily appearances, but once they appear on screen, they exude a domineering and flamboyant aura that captures everyone's attention.

If this aura is combined with extreme beauty, it will have nuclear-bomb-like impact.

Gu Xing Shi instantly understood what it meant to be struck by beauty.

He was very satisfied.

Since everyone said Sheng Yue Qing was a vase, then make the vase's beauty extreme, it could still become a lethal weapon.

He knew Sheng Yue Qing's apprehension and self-doubt.

He wanted him to understand that he was no worse than anyone else, he didn't need to compare himself to anyone, he already possessed the most extreme talent.

In the evening, Gu Xing Shi let Sheng Yue Qing post the photos online.

The topic of Gu Xing Shi signing Sheng Yue Qing exploded online for the afternoon, but the parties involved, except for the signing Weibo, had no further updates, and the initially heated atmosphere gradually died down.

Until Sheng Yue Qing posted on Weibo, it was like a spark, instantly igniting the fire again.

【Sheng Yue Qing is so…so handsome!!!】

【Wow!! Mom, I saw a god!!】

【Is this humanly possible beauty! I feel like I can't breathe.】

【Is this really Sheng Yue Qing?!!! Did he have plastic surgery!!】

【You can get this perfect in an afternoon???】

【Ahhhhh I came here to scold him, but how can I scold him with this face!!】

【I'll just say: Hi! Husband!】

【Regardless of character, this beauty is unparalleled in the entertainment industry!】

【Baby! Promise me! Use this makeup and styling from now on! Your previous company wasted your beauty!!! If it weren't for Mr. Gu, I wouldn't know I could feast my eyes on such beauty!!】

…

Sheng Yue Qing was stunned.

Were these comments under his Weibo?

It wasn't that he was scolded every time he posted something.

Although some black fans would come out to scold him, they were quickly sprayed back by others.

In the face of overwhelming beauty, no one could fight back.

Gu Xing Shi patted him, solemnly saying: "How is it? Can you believe my words now?"

"Mm!" Sheng Yue Qing's eyes sparkled.

Confidence unknowingly spread in his heart.

But Gu Xing Shi's work wasn't over.

He moved his fingers, activating 10086.

After appreciating the beauty, it's time for you to feel the pain.

【Let's do something big today, let's expose Yuan Yang Entertainment.】