Chapter 052: Wisdom Eye
"Ahem..." Lin Chiran changed the subject: "An Juesui's resume should have passed the review. Uncle Rong, do you think he is suitable for that position?"
Rong Haiqing thought for a moment and said, "Not bad, newcomers always need to accumulate more experience." After all, there are many things that you can never learn without personal experience.
After hearing this, Lin Chiran understood Rong Haiqing's meaning. The vacant guest spot was probably a sure thing. He smiled and said, "Then what are the shortcomings? I need Uncle Rong's guidance."
"You really care about these kids. Let's not talk about them for now." Rong Haiqing waved her hand: "So you are going home to celebrate the New Year with Mr. Xu this year?"
Lin Chiran nodded, thinking of the phone call from Butler Qu a few days ago, with a subtle tone: "I heard that grandpa has been paying close attention to my movements recently."
Yun Yueming paused after hearing this: "After so many years, Mr. Xu finally figured it out?"
Lin Chiran shook his head: "It's hard to say, but it sounds like my grandfather is very supportive of me becoming a producer."
Rong Haiqing agreed: "You are indeed very suitable, you have some of Sister Wan Qing's past."
Lin Chiran suddenly heard his mother Xu Wanqing's name and became interested: "What was my mother like back then?"
Rong Haiqing recalled and laughed as if she remembered something interesting: "At that time, everyone in the company called her a witch..."
"Witch?" Lin Chiran was very curious. Xu Wanqing died when he was seven years old. Most of his impressions of his mother at work came from Xu Wanqing's own narration.
After Xu Wanqing passed away, everyone was afraid of making Lin Chiran sad, so few people mentioned these things to the young him. It was rare to hear such stories from other people again.
Yun Yueming also misses those days: "Everyone in the company said that she had a unique vision and a Midas touch. All the artists she worked with became famous, so they privately called her the Witch."
"When we were first brought into the company by Sister Wan Qing, someone came to poach us." Rong Haiqing recalled the absurd past: "It's funny to think about it now. Someone actually dared to poach the eldest lady."
"It's because she concealed her identity." Yun Yueming smiled faintly: "Sister Wan Qing didn't want people to think that she relied on Mr. Xu's background. In fact, she did it..."
Lin Chiran listened to the two people talking about the past with great interest, and the face in his mind became clearer and clearer.
Xu Wanqing was a proud person when she was young. Although she was the daughter of Xu Sheng, the founder of Shenghuang, she concealed her identity when she joined the company and rotated through multiple positions to hone herself and prove herself.
She had a unique eye for discovering new stars, and she unearthed a large number of gifted actors and singers for Shenghuang at that time, many of whom still enjoy a high reputation in the industry today.
"But your father is the only artist she has been managing. Most of the others were handed over to other people once they became famous." Yun Yueming sighed.
Rong Haiqing pondered: "At that time, other people said that she discovered so many movie kings and singers, but she fell for a singer who could never be promoted. This actually stimulated the fighting spirit that had not been seen for a long time."
This Versailles reason is a bit laughable.
"I didn't expect that the area would remain tepid for many years, until it suddenly became famous overnight..." Yun Yueming considerately didn't say anything else. Thinking back on what happened afterwards, it is still hard to accept.
The three of them turned the page tacitly and chatted casually.
After dinner, Lin Chiran said hello to the two of them and drove towards the old house.
*
The next day, at the cemetery.
It was the coldest time of the year, and Lin Chiran wrapped himself in a warm scarf and came to visit his parents’ grave for the last time before the New Year.
"Long time no see." Lin Chiran looked at Xu Wanqing's grave with a gentle gaze and a slight pause in his tone: "I seem to know why you are so obsessed with this job."
A pure smile appeared on his face: "It is truly meaningful to be able to use my own power to turn a rough stone into a dazzling diamond."
Lin Chiran stood in front of the tombstone, slowly telling Xu Wanqing the recent story, and it took a long time before he stood up.
He turned and walked towards Lin Jing's grave, taking out the record he was carrying.
"This is a new work. I participated in writing the lyrics." Lin Chiran smiled and said, "It's a good record. You should like it."
After staring at it quietly for a while, he spoke again: "It's been a long time since I watched other people's performances from the audience. Sure enough, the atmosphere is still fascinating."
My thoughts naturally drifted back to my childhood, that was Lin Jing’s concert.
There weren't too many fancy decorations on the stage, just a piano. Soft lights shone on the piano and on Lin Jing's face, making his face look even more gentle.
There were not many audience members in the audience, but they were all waiting quietly, their eyes fixed on the singer.
The sound of piano rang out in the venue, and Lin Jing's clear voice spread from the microphone to the ears of every audience member, and everyone looked at the stage in fascination.
As time goes by, more and more people sit in the audience, and their eyes become more and more complicated. The young Lin Chi Ran didn’t quite understand all of this, he was simply happy that more and more people liked Lin Jing’s music.
Seeing the audience's deeply immersed expressions, he also began to want to stand on that stage and wonder what it would feel like to see the scenery from there.
When I came to my senses, I was already standing on the same stage, and when I looked at the scenery again, my mood was different.
Lin Chiran shook his head and stopped thinking about it. He said goodbye to Lin Jing and left the cemetery.
*
On New Year’s Eve, every household is brightly lit.
Lin Chiran also returned to the old house to spend the New Year with his grandfather.
His eyes seemed to fall on Lin Chiran inadvertently, and Xu Sheng suddenly said: "Well done, producer."
It was rare to hear such straightforward praise from his grandfather, and Lin Chiran responded with a slight smile, somewhat surprised.
After a while, Xu Sheng continued, "The company needs capable people to manage it, and it would be good to understand the industry from a different perspective like this." Because of the blow he suffered that year, Xu Sheng retreated behind the scenes, but he has been quietly paying attention to the development of Shenghuang and will still take action when necessary.
Lin Chiran said nothing, just listened quietly, and probably guessed what his grandfather was going to say next.
Xu Sheng said, "You should also learn more about the operation of the various departments of the company. You will have to take over these sooner or later."
Lin Chiran raised his eyes to look at his grandfather and said seriously: "At least for now, I will still prioritize my job as a producer." He chose to become a producer, not as a stepping stone to inherit the company.
Xu Sheng frowned: "You..."
After a moment, he seemed to have thought of something, and his brows relaxed: "Exactly the same as your mother." He compromised: "Forget it, let's take our time."
Lin Chiran thought they would have another argument because of this, but when he saw his grandfather's attitude soften a little, he felt uncomfortable instead.
Xu Sheng seemed to see what he was thinking, and his words were full of nostalgia: "Wan Qing was like this when she first came to the company. She refused to go to the department I assigned her to, and insisted on trying her own way... In the end, she really made a name for herself."
Even those who were not clear about the relationship between the father and daughter had praised this little girl with outstanding abilities and unique vision in front of Xu Sheng. Xu Wanqing gradually built up a reputation in the company with her own abilities, and Xu Sheng was also proud of her.
Seeing that Lin Chiran is now embarking on a similar path as Xu Wanqing, Xu Sheng is filled with emotion and can more or less understand his feelings.
It was rare that both of them took a step back and spent New Year's Eve peacefully.
The members did not forget to do business, and the official account released the recorded blessing video on time. Fans who saw this video also expressed their best wishes for Wax&Wane in the new year.
Holidays always go by extra fast. As soon as the New Year passed, the Wax&Wane team also resumed their normal work.
Wu Wen arranged the acting class mentioned earlier for Jiang Hechu: "The class is scheduled in between group activities, so time is tight. Just take it and see. If you have any questions, feel free to tell me."
Jiang Hechu expressed his understanding that acting skills depend not only on hard work but also on talent, and he would not try to force himself if it was not suitable.
In addition, Wu Wen also received news from the "Night Talk with Rong" program team that An Juesui will participate in the recording of the program starting from the next episode, and he shared this good news.
"Brother Wu, did I hear you right? Are you talking about the "Night Talk with Rong"?!" An Juesui widened his eyes when he heard the news that Wu Wen had just told him.
Wu Wen nodded. He remembered that An Juesui had mentioned this program before and seemed to like it very much.
"Can I be a regular guest?" An Juesui pointed at himself excitedly.
Wu Wen nodded again: "Yes, the recording will start next week. Here are the things you need to know. Take a look..."
An Juesui excitedly took the information Wu Wen handed to him, and even hoped to go to the recording tonight. This show was his favorite talk show, and he would be able to participate in it one day. This feeling was truly amazing.
"In addition, there will be a surprise prank variety show planned this week, and it will most likely be mixed in with the daily schedule, so be mentally prepared." Wu Wen flipped through the schedule and informed the members in advance.
"Brother Wu, which show is it?" Jiang Hechu asked casually. He was more familiar with the prank variety show "Surprise" on Strawberry Channel.
"Lucky 7 on Honeydew TV." Wu Wen answered. He wondered if he had too much interaction with Honeydew TV recently.
Jiang Hechu was not very familiar with this show and just nodded.
It's rare to see Ji Qifeng looking so interested: "A new program." He usually pays attention to various prank programs.
Wu Wenying said, "Yes, it has only been aired for a short time, so we are not very sure about the style of the program team. Everyone should pay more attention recently." Prank variety shows use all kinds of methods to achieve the best effects. They may not touch the bottom line, but it is always right to be more careful.
Jing Xing smiled cheerfully: "Brother Wu, don't worry. Brother Lin has talked about the trick variety show before. We will perform well."
Wu Wen thought about what happened during the previous camping trip, and felt relieved and started to plan other itineraries for this week.
On the other side, Lin Chiran looked at Qu Qinghuan who was lingering in his office and said helplessly: "Are you so anxious?"
Qu Qinghuan said solemnly: "Art needs time to develop."
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