Yang Wei initially signed with one of the top entertainment companies in China. After she refused to accept the unspoken rules, she declared that anyone who dared to work with her privately would be an enemy of the company.
Therefore, Yang Wei is in a very awkward situation now, having only the title of Best Actress, but nothing else.
"To be honest, Qingzhi, if the sugar daddy they arranged for me wasn't too old, I probably would have agreed," Yang Wei said with a self-deprecating smile.
Even though she was wearing makeup, Bai Qingzhi could tell that she looked very haggard and her overall condition was not good.
Looking at Yang Wei, she always had the feeling that she was about to collapse.
Bai Qingzhi felt somewhat disappointed; that's just how the entertainment industry is—newcomers replace the old.
Pretending not to care, Bai Qingzhi sat down next to Yang Wei and then asked with a smile what advertisement they were filming.
Unexpectedly, as soon as she finished speaking, Yang Wei's smile, which had been barely maintained, crumbled, and she slowly lowered her head, her eyes filled with pain.
It returned to normal after a few seconds.
"It's an underwear brand, and the price they're offering... is very high."
Following her gaze, Bai Qingzhi knew what type of underwear it was.
Half-hearted fun.
With her brows furrowed slightly, Bai Qingzhi took Yang Wei's hand and said earnestly:
"If you don't like it, don't force yourself."
Yang Wei was touched, and shook her head with a smile while holding her hand in return.
“My monthly expenses are very high now. I have to pay the salaries of these staff members, as well as their travel and accommodation. Everything requires a lot of money.”
If she wants to make a comeback, she needs to maintain the demeanor of a movie queen at all times.
Although the lingerie advertisement was somewhat revealing, it ultimately didn't fall into the category of erotic content, and the general public could barely accept it.
Having laid the groundwork, Bai Qingzhi directly stated her purpose.
Before, she was worried that Yang Wei might refuse, but now Bai Qingzhi was about 80% sure.
When she mentioned wanting to sign Yang Wei, the other party seemed quite surprised.
She herself knows that her value is not that great now. Without new fans, she can't generate much profit for the company with her old fans.
“Brother Yuan has also thought this through carefully, and he has even devised a series of plans for your comeback, and even found a team for you.” Bai Qingzhi said with utmost sincerity.
Yang Wei watched as Bai Qingzhi took the contract out of her bag and looked at the terms. Only then did she finally believe that she wasn't dreaming and that Bai Qingzhi wasn't lying.
The contract is S-level, and the benefits are even better than what I received at my old company.
"Believe me, you deserve this." Bai Qingzhi's eyes were full of encouragement.
Yang Wei is currently a free agent, so she naturally wouldn't refuse the contract. However, before she could even sign her name, her assistant appeared.
It was Yang Wei who brought her agent.
When Wang Bin entered, he was taken aback to see another woman in the room, but then his eyes lit up.
Without even speaking to Yang Wei, Wang Bin stepped forward with a friendly smile and extended his right hand to Bai Qingzhi.
"Hello, I'm a top agent from StarCraft Entertainment. Is this lady an artist?"
Bai Qingzhi raised an eyebrow, then shook her head.
Wang Bin's eyes lit up even more, and he hurriedly took out his business card and handed it over.
"This is my business card. I am a professional talent stylist. Miss, are you interested in entering the entertainment industry? I guarantee that as long as you follow my plan, you will definitely become a sensation in China!"
Wang Bin spoke with a hint of pride in his voice.
He certainly has the ability, but his methods are not exactly honorable.
"No need." Bai Qingzhi politely kept her distance and was about to turn around to continue chatting with Yang Wei when Wang Bin stopped her.
"Once you enter the entertainment industry, you'll never run out of money, and you'll be able to drive luxury cars..."
This is his most common tactic when poaching talent, since no one would complain about having too much money.
Bai Qingzhi was getting annoyed. She had already clearly refused, but the man was still nagging on and on, as if he wouldn't give up until he agreed.
"Brother Wang, you don't know who she is, do you?" Yang Wei suddenly spoke up.
Wang Bin stopped talking abruptly, looked Bai Qingzhi up and down, and although she looked somewhat familiar, he was certain that she was not someone he knew.
It's not that she's being kept by any big star in the entertainment industry.
“Her name is Bai Qingzhi.” Yang Wei’s smile deepened.
Wang Bin's brows were furrowed tightly as I kept repeating his name in my mind.
Suddenly he remembered, no wonder this woman looked familiar, wasn't she the girl who went on a variety show with Bai Qingze two years ago?
The Bai family!
After figuring it out, Wang Bin awkwardly touched his nose. Miss Bai, what he said naturally wouldn't sway him…
"I'm sorry, Miss Bai, I was presumptuous just now." Wang Bin's character isn't great, but his manners are impeccable.
Bai Qingzhi waved her hand dismissively, then turned around and continued chatting with Yang Wei about the contract.
Wang Bin came here specifically for the company's new contract with Yang Wei. He had already devised a plan to coerce and entice her into signing it.
But now, Bai Qingzhi actually wants to sign a contract with her?
"Yang Wei, are you trying to break the contract?" Wang Bin asked anxiously.
Although Yang Wei's popularity has waned somewhat, she still has a loyal fan base. If she makes good use of this, she can continue to create value for the company.
Yang Wei laughed upon hearing his words.
"I remember our contract expired two months ago, how could I have breached it?"
Wang Bin was speechless.
Wang Bin could only watch helplessly as Yang Wei signed the contract that Bai Qingzhi had taken.
"Let's not shoot this advertisement. To show our sincerity, we'll cover the penalty for breach of contract," Bai Qingzhi said, carefully putting away the contract.
Since Yang Wei still wants to pursue a career as a film queen, she shouldn't accept any of these kinds of advertisements.
Especially today's situation.
Now that Yang Wei had hope, she naturally wouldn't refute it. The two chatted and laughed as they packed their things, said goodbye to Wang Bin, and left.
Yang Wei didn't bring any of her former team members with her. Even her current assistant was only compensated with a few months' salary.
Watching the two figures disappear, Wang Bin thought for a moment and then took out his phone to call his boss. He briefly explained the situation, and his boss told him to go back and discuss it in detail.
When Wang Bin arrived at the company, the boss was already waiting for him in the office. He pushed open the door and recounted the whole story from beginning to end, and the boss's face clearly showed anger.
"This Bai Qingzhi is definitely working for the newly established Zhi'ai Entertainment. She dares to compete with me for people. She's really a newborn calf that's not afraid of tigers."
They've been creating stars and entertainment in China for two or three decades; they're practically number one, if not number one. Now that someone's taking their place, they're really asking for trouble.
Wang Bin hesitated for a moment before asking in return:
"Mr. Liu, Bai Qingzhi is from the Bai family, and I've heard that Zhi'ai Entertainment, which she's associated with, is also under Zhiyuan Company. We'd better avoid any conflict with them, wouldn't we?"
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