Shengshi Entertainment also has its own network of connections, so investigating a guy without any background is too easy. They know that Xu Yanshen's family situation is average, and the job he does after graduation is also average. In addition to his regular job, he sings at bars at night, occasionally plays the piano at big hotels, and even plays games for others. In short, he has long lost the spiritedness he had in high school. Many of the techniques he used to use to attract girls have been used for part-time jobs. He has also been to the bank several times to inquire about loans, so he seems to be short of money.
With this investigation underway, Shengshi Entertainment felt very confident. As soon as Xu Yanshen answered the phone, the other party immediately introduced themselves.
"You must be Xu Yanshen. I'm an agent from Shengshi Entertainment."
Xu Yanshen had a rough idea of what was going on. He had already guessed part of the situation when he saw the uproar online, but he didn't expect that someone would actually contact him directly.
Xu Yanshen smiled and asked, "What do you want?"
"Mr. Xu, it's like this, because you and Ms. Ye Yingying have caused quite a stir online, we'd like to meet with you to have a talk."
Xu Yanshen said calmly, "Ye Yingying isn't signed with your Shengshi Entertainment, is she? She's not your artist, so what's there to talk about?"
There was a moment of silence on the other end. Sensing that Xu Yanshen was playing dumb, they seemed to cover the microphone and exchange a few words before switching to another person. The other person, who identified himself as Xu Yanshen's manager, said directly to Xu Yanshen: "We don't want to talk about Ye Yingying. We just want to talk to you. Xu, you are very photogenic. I've seen many girls online praising your looks. The entertainment industry is all about looks. There are many popular celebrities who aren't as good-looking as you. I also discovered that you sing in bars. You have a very distinctive voice and a small group of your own fans, right? You seem quite suitable for the entertainment industry. I wonder if you're interested?"
Xu Yanshen coldly replied, "Sorry, I have no interest."
Just as she was about to hang up, the other party's tone quickened, "Xu, don't you want to reconsider? Shengshi is a big company. Sometimes, opportunity is more important than ability. If you can make good use of this opportunity, you can debut directly. Our company really thinks highly of your looks. Besides, Xu, you must be short of money lately. If you can debut smoothly and become famous overnight, you won't have to worry about money anymore. Even if you have outstanding abilities, it will be difficult to establish yourself in this society without a degree. Are you really planning to give up such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity?"
"Are you done talking?" Xu Yanshen asked.
The other party choked for a moment, but Xu Yanshen didn't give them another chance to speak and hung up the phone directly.
Seeing his boss's unpleasant expression, the assistant manager at Shengshi Entertainment's talent agency knew that the other party hadn't agreed. He cautiously asked, "Sir, he didn't agree?"
What do you think?
The assistant, with a blank expression, said, "Could it be that he doesn't want to enter the entertainment industry? Or should we just pay him to do things?"
“What do you mean by ‘getting paid to do things’? You’re too young to know how treacherous people can be. He might turn his back on you as soon as he gets the money. If you can get him to sign a contract and keep him under control, then it’ll be easier to get things done. Besides, he’s actually quite good-looking and has potential. If you market him properly, he could be a promising talent.” The agent frowned. “It’s just that he’s a bit ungrateful, which is a common problem among young people these days, especially those who were hoodlums in high school. They think they’re so great and don’t know their own limitations. They only learn their true worth after being beaten down by society.”
"Oh, right, I have another person's information here." The assistant was very helpful and immediately gave the agent the contact information of Song Yiming, who usually followed Xu Yanshen. "Teacher, this person is Xu Yanshen's friend. He owes some debts and has a rather reckless and easily manipulated personality. Why don't we start with him?"
Song Yiming.
The agent raised an eyebrow, took some information about Song Yiming from the assistant, patted the assistant on the shoulder and smiled, "You've even learned this roundabout method. You've improved a lot lately."
The agent glanced at the assistant, threw the documents on the table, and instructed, "Then you'll be in charge of Song Yiming. Be careful what you do."
Song Yiming quickly received a call from Shengshi Entertainment. When he learned that Shengshi Entertainment was interested in signing Xu Yanshen, Song Yiming was overjoyed, especially when he heard that the fixed salary would be 8,000 yuan a month even without any traffic, and that corresponding accommodation would be provided.
The assistant subtly implied that Xu Yanshen was good-looking, and in the entertainment industry where appearance is paramount, someone with Xu Yanshen's looks would have a good chance to make it big. Once he did, making money would be a piece of cake, and this was a very rare opportunity. She hoped that Song Yiming could persuade Xu Yanshen.
After hanging up the phone, Song Yiming was still unable to calm down. He couldn't believe that Xu Yanshen had actually turned down such a good opportunity. After calming down a bit, Song Yiming immediately went to find Xu Yanshen. Xu Yanshen was tuning his guitar at the moment. He was taking a break tonight and would continue to work part-time as a resident singer at the bar tomorrow.
Seeing Xu Yanshen's serious expression, Song Yiming couldn't help but ask, "Brother Shen, why didn't you tell me that Shengshi Entertainment wanted to sign you?"
Xu Yanshen stopped tuning his guitar, looked up at Song Yiming and asked, "They've contacted you."
This is not a question, it is a statement.
Song Yiming felt uneasy under Xu Yanshen's gaze and finally said after a long while, "Let me persuade you. Tell him this is an opportunity. At the beginning, accommodation is provided, and the fixed salary is eight thousand. Eight thousand, brother! You're doing a regular job and a part-time job, and you're even helping out with games. You'll only make nine thousand a month. After deducting rent, utilities, food, and transportation, you're left with just over five thousand. And you still have to give money to Chen Heng and help me pay off some of my debts. You don't even have any time to rest—"
Xu Yanshen looked at Song Yiming and asked, "So what do you think I should do?"
“Shengshi Entertainment, bro, I checked it out. It’s a big company. They’ve discovered your potential and want to sign you. This fixed salary is only temporary. Once you become famous, we won’t be short of money anymore.” Song Yiming was already dreaming. “Then I’ll be your manager, or even your assistant. It’ll be a proper job. Isn’t that much better than me just messing around outside? I don’t have as many fancy skills as you. At most, I can only do manual labor. I might as well go with Brother Dong and the others to collect protection money, but you won’t let me do those things. If you become a big star, then I’ll truly be living a life of leisure.”
Xu Yanshen asked, "Do you know why they came to me?"
"Of course you asked. You and Ye Yingying are having a scandal. I saw it all online. Even if you're wearing a hat, I can tell that handsome half of your face is yours. I saw people online saying you're handsome." Song Yiming couldn't help but mutter, "Brother said he wasn't interested in Ye Yingying, but he secretly escorted her through another door and got photographed by paparazzi. But it was all a coincidence. Otherwise, how could he have been noticed by such a big company and wanted to sign him as an artist? He's truly worthy of being my Brother Shen."
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