Chapter 247: Frank
"Putting all that aside, I'd say Li Meng has pretty good professional skills, right? Li Meng is a host now, but she's still carrying on the legacy of Huangmei Opera. Last week, she said she could perform on stage the moment she stepped on. That clearly says it all. She must have put in a lot of effort. How could anyone ignore that?"
"The landscape is open. Art is a whole field. Huangmei Opera is merely providing talent for the hosting industry. There are certainly those who studied broadcasting and hosting and ended up spreading opera. The overwhelming discussion last night was so baffling. Ren Limeng...was she being set up?"
"Yeah, I'm just a passerby. As a senior female worker in the circle, I just want to say that it looked like Ren Limeng's rivals were causing trouble last night. However, Ren Limeng has been really popular recently, and someone must be worried (dog head)"
"Ren Limeng hooked up with Chen Xingzhi, how could she not be popular? To put it bluntly, she's just an unknown celebrity trying to ride on the popularity, but she actually succeeded (rolling eyes)"
"Does anyone above have any conscience? Li Meng's recent popularity is clearly due to her bravery!!! She went to the flood site with the TV station and acted decisively to save lives. Have you all forgotten? The internet really has a poor memory..."
"Yeah, yeah, yeah. Besides the men, Ren Limeng herself is also very good. What's wrong with her being the only one popular in the domestic entertainment industry? Although I don't know which company is behind this, Ren Limeng has successfully caught my attention. I declare that I will fall in love with her right here and now, and the more I dig, the more I will get hooked!"
"I think so too. Li Meng can be called beautiful, strong and miserable, right? Even her friends and so many passers-by couldn't stand it. So many people took the initiative to speak out for her. The facts are clear. I pity her so much!"
"Entertainment news these days loves to twist and turn. Don't be led by the tide. There must be some online influencers hired by Ren Limeng. Ren Limeng is not that good. She's just a small-time celebrity."
"Regardless of whether there will be another reversal, the fact is that Li Meng bravely stood up for justice. For this reason alone, I am willing to continue to be a fan of her. How many celebrities can do the same? The people reporting on the flood live broadcast didn't think Li Meng could fake it, did they? Her subconscious reactions and actions surpassed so many others. It's really worth investing in her!"
"Ren Limeng's fans" has rushed from the back of the hot search to the front, and netizens' discussions have slowly returned to the beginning of yesterday. Ren Limeng's live broadcast of bravery occupied many comment areas on the homepage.
After the morning recording of "Mountains and Seas", during the lunch break, Ren Limeng was flipping through the comments on Weibo in the dressing room. The expected full screen of positive reviews still made her sigh, and a trace of emotion that was difficult to conceal flashed in her eyes.
The overwhelming praise from fans at this moment made her feel a little unreal, and she couldn't help but wonder, is it really her that everyone is praising and liking?
Ren Limeng kept thinking back to the hot search list she had glanced at last night. At that time, the comments from netizens towards her were not as friendly and gentle as they are now.
Obviously the facts have not changed. Her performances in the program "Mountains and Seas" and her live broadcast of rescuing people yesterday morning are all records that have long been presented to everyone. However, the public opinion on the Internet has changed drastically overnight.
She had learned too much about journalism and communication theories, but this actual experience still made her feel an indescribable trance in her heart.
Even though she was receiving rave reviews at the moment, Ren Limeng couldn't help but remind herself soberly that she had to stick to her original intention, not be disturbed by last night's negative public opinion, nor be happy about any praise at the moment.
After all, everything is designed.
Last night's marketing revelations were the work of Hanxing Entertainment, with other agencies also fanning the flames. Today's series of explanations and guidance were all secretly operated by Guaxing Studio.
No matter which social media, no matter how vigorous the discussion seems, it is nothing more than the recurring public opinion war in the entertainment industry.
She is the protagonist today, and tomorrow there will be others, coming and going, bustling about.
Ren Limeng seemed to understand why Shen Xingzhi had been so calm. Even though it was revealed last night that she and Shen Xingzhi had divorced, when they met last night, the worry in Shen Xingzhi's eyes was more about her condition rather than being worried about public opinion.
Because Shen Xingzhi has experienced too many such large-scale "hunting"-like evaluations and discussions, he can now remain calm.
The most important thing in public opinion is not the truth. Just like their story, the facts are still the same, but everyone's attention has been drawn to her unconsciously.
Even if there are sporadic voices still paying attention to the fact that she and Shen Xingzhi have divorced, they are completely drowned out by the countless replies in the comment section, and the most they get in return is "the amateur life before entering the circle is a private matter, and there is no need to read too much into it."
Perhaps, the rumors and comments all over the place are just a normal hurdle that people in the entertainment industry have to go through, just like she had to face the evaluation of her leaders, gossip among colleagues and KPI assessments after joining the Orange platform as an employee.
It's just a different path to the same destination.
With some worries in her mind, Ren Limeng still maintained a perfect smile in front of the camera when recording "Mountains and Seas" today. She and other guests rushed to various famous locations in Gangcheng, recording the 48-hour vlog task required by the program crew.
"Unhappy?"
Suddenly hearing an unexpectedly familiar voice, Ren Limeng was a little dazed. She suddenly came back to her senses and what appeared in front of her was an enlarged handsome face of Shen Xingzhi.
Shen Xingzhi leaned forward and lowered his head, as if only the slightly dazed Ren Limeng was left in his eyes. He couldn't help but curl his lips slightly.
Ren Limeng's pupils shrank slightly, and she subconsciously glanced at the door of the dressing room. The door was closed, and she didn't know when there was no one else in the dressing room.
“Everyone has a keen eye.”
Noticing Ren Limeng's eyes looking around, Shen Xingzhi said softly, and at the same time sat down on the chair beside Ren Limeng. His eyes were still on Ren Limeng, and his expression was serious, "Mengmeng, I'll take care of everything, don't worry."
Whether in front of or behind the camera, online or offline, he will take care of everything for her.
"...Brother Xingzhi, I'm feeling a little complicated right now."
Ren Limeng whispered, looking at Shen Xingzhi who was one step away, a standard smile appeared on her face.
Ren Limeng suddenly stood up, picked up the air-conditioning quilt beside her and covered herself in front of her. She lowered her head slightly, gently pulled Shen Xingzhi's slender jade-like fingers with her right hand, and took advantage of the cover of the air-conditioning quilt to quietly and casually hold Shen Xingzhi's left palm.
"The cameras in the dressing room have stopped. I asked Xiao Yang to say hello."
Noticing Ren Limeng's expression and movements that were trying to cover up something, Shen Xingzhi sighed lightly, leaned forward, and suddenly pulled back Ren Limeng's right hand, gently and domineeringly pulling her towards him. In an instant, the chairs of the two of them became tightly fitted.
Even though there was no one else in the room, Ren Limeng's heart skipped a beat when she heard Shen Xingzhi's cold explanation and once again entered his deep eyes.
Although the deep black eyes in front of her are beautiful, she must be... guilty!
At this moment, it was just a break for her to touch up her makeup after dinner. Shen Xingzhi walked into her dressing room so brazenly. I'm afraid the entire program team will look at her with "high regard" later!
Although, after the "ex-wife" incident was exposed yesterday, Ren Limeng felt that she could directly attract the attention and camera of the entire program crew wherever she went, and she could also imagine the discussions behind her, but... Shen Xingzhi didn't have to stare at her so calmly and intently!
Ren Limeng glared at the calm man in front of her, and called out in a low but righteous voice, "Brother Xingzhi!"
"Our relationship is already unclear, Mengmeng. There are many things going on in the industry. Instead of trying to cover it up, it's better to be open and honest."
Whether it's ambiguity or a separation, the female protagonist is always the one who is more vulnerable in entertainment scandals.
There are too many true and false scandals behind the scenes of the staff in the circle who often eat melons on the front line. Shen Xingzhi is very clear that the close relationship between him and Ren Limeng, who can't help but smile when they see each other, cannot be hidden from these wolf-like and tiger-like eyes that watch secretly.
"However, I asked Xiao Yang to spread the word that I'm trying my best to show my courtesy to you, and I'm here to bring you some fruit after dinner."
Chen Xingzhi tilted his head slightly and raised his right hand that was hanging on the other side. Ren Limeng saw the transparent lunch box in his hand and the neatly cut colorful fruits in the lunch box.
“…”
Ren Limeng pursed her lips and silently looked at Shen Xingzhi who was blinking in front of her. It was hard not to see the smile in his eyes, just like the light tone in his explanation, with a natural firmness.
Being frank may seem like considering the overall situation, but there may be hidden selfish motives. Ren Limeng was thinking rationally in her heart, but the face reflected in Shen Xingzhi's black eyes showed a helpless and indulgent smile. The serious words on her lips also carried some unconscious intimacy, "Brother Xingzhi..."
In the dressing room, the air quietly grew thicker and the surroundings were silent. However, the look in Ren Limeng and Shen Xingzhi's eyes when they looked at each other unconsciously carried more indescribable tenderness and affection. She and Shen Xingzhi's hands were clasped together and their fingers were completely intertwined without them noticing.
"Forget it. It's going to be public anyway. I can't hide it anymore."
After a long time, Ren Limeng finally couldn't stand the gaze full of smiles. The gentleness between Chen Xingzhi's eyebrows was warm, no longer cold, which made her turn her head away, but her clenched fingers subconsciously tightened.
Ren Limeng finished speaking as if in compromise, Shen Xingzhi said "hmm" softly, and his usually calm and indifferent face seemed to have turned into an obedient look, which made Ren Limeng, who stole a glance at him, couldn't help but curl her lips slightly.
"Why do you say you have mixed feelings? I promise, I won't make these comments again. I will take care of Hanxing's issues."
Shen Xingzhi suddenly spoke, his calm eyes carrying a fascinating depth and unquestionable firmness. He thought that what made Ren Limeng feel complicated was the roller coaster-like comments from netizens in the past two days.
Whether it was the overwhelming praise for saving lives yesterday morning or the malicious speculation that spread like a web at night, it was enough to catch Ren Limeng, who had never experienced such things before, off guard and unable to adapt.
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