Chapter 60
Of course, besides these bullet comments, there were also many people trying to find jobs for their idols.
[Sister Hu, look at Zizi! She's incredibly talented and truly a great actress among the new generation.]
[Li Xinjie, hurry and sign up!!! Your chance to become famous has arrived! You deserve the best!]
Let's give a shout-out to Ling'er, who has been working hard quietly for three years!
Many fans even went to the Weibo accounts of their favorite young actors to tell them the news and encourage them to audition for Jianghu Film and Television.
There's no way around it, Hu Zhenzhen left too deep an impression on everyone before.
She always keeps her word and is a well-known wealthy woman.
In the public's perception, her wealth is unfathomable; no one can say for sure how rich she is.
What other entertainment companies fear most is losing money, but for Hu Zhenzhen, it's a minor issue.
She had already said that regardless of whether she made money or not, she would insist on making high-quality products, and the audience immediately believed her.
What? The company went bankrupt because it lost money on its work.
Such a thing would never happen with Sister Hu.
After all, it is common knowledge that Sister Hu's money was accumulated by her ancestors for five generations, and the total amount might even be comparable to the national treasury of the Qing Dynasty.
Such a wealthy person said they would lose money to produce TV dramas and movies for the audience. Regardless of the final outcome, at least at this moment, the people watching the live broadcast were moved.
There have been some excellent TV dramas in recent years, but compared to ten years ago, they are far too few.
Fewer and fewer people are willing to settle down and make TV series and movies. It's already not easy to produce three or four good TV series and movies every year.
It's worth noting that twenty years ago, it was possible to produce twenty to thirty high-quality dramas a year.
The stark contrast between the past and present inevitably makes viewers nostalgic for the past.
Some viewers have chosen not to watch TV dramas at all, while others have learned to accept the current television industry and usually watch TV dramas at double speed, finishing an entire series in a day.
Some people simply go back and watch older films.
Anyway, there's nothing worth watching in the new releases, so it's better to watch TV series from ten or twenty years ago.
At least back then, the plot was exciting, the costumes and props were excellent, and the actors were very dedicated.
In this market environment, it's quite a unique experience for someone who's used to capital raising money to stand up and say they're dedicated to shooting high-quality products.
How can I describe this feeling?
It's like being in the desert, where a traveler has confirmed that there is only dry sand all around and no plants with moisture, when suddenly he hears someone next to him say something.
"I want to turn this place into an oasis."
Most people would question it, thinking it's impossible.
But when the speaker is Hu Zhenzhen, a super-rich woman, this seems to become a possibility.
Money isn't everything, but in the entertainment industry, a wealthy boss has solved most of the problems.
At the very least, many actors who uphold ethical standards were genuinely moved after seeing Hu Zhenzhen's statement.
The good deeds Hu Zhenzhen had done in the past served as proof of her character.
If any other wealthy person said this, they would probably be questioned.
However, Hu Zhenzhen, who donated tens of millions of yuan free of charge during the floods in H City, suddenly gained credibility.
Not only did the viewers in front of the live stream get excited, but even inside the venue, her words sparked considerable discussion.
Of course, most of the discussions came from the celebrity area.
Regardless of how far Hu Zhenzhen may go in the future, she is currently a newcomer in the film and television industry, and half of these big shots don't even take her seriously.
But celebrities are different.
The celebrities sitting here are either A-list stars or the hottest newcomers this year.
Many people in this industry rely on their youth for success, and many don't know how long their popularity will last.
When they suddenly encounter a boss like Hu Zhenzhen who doesn't play by the rules, they naturally have to consider their future.
Among the people who have just become popular this year, Li Yang is relatively inconspicuous.
However, since he had just walked in with Hu Zhenzhen, many people saw him say a few words to her, and he suddenly became the talk of the town.
"Li Yang, do you know this Mr. Hu? Could you introduce us?"
This is a direct request to ask him for a referral.
"Li Yang, it's been a long time since we last met. Let's have a meal together after this is over and chat about our recent plans."
This is a roundabout way of trying to establish a relationship with Li Yang.
"Li Yang, are you planning to go to Jianghu Film and Television? Don't forget us when you get there. Tell us how the company is."
There were also words that contained instigation.
Li Yang was completely innocent. He had only tried to get close to Hu Zhenzhen to see if he could win her favor and get some resources for himself. He didn't know how things suddenly turned out this way.
His boss is still sitting in front of him; if General Manager Du hears this, things will get complicated.
Even if he doesn't intend to change jobs, he probably can't clear his name no matter what.
Li Yang had no way to express his suffering, and could only laugh it off in response to everyone's comments.
Most of the senior employees who have secured their positions at the front line are already tied to the company's interests, making it difficult for them to switch jobs.
He would only listen to Hu Zhenzhen's words as a joke.
In the world of fame and fortune, Hu Zhenzhen's words only stirred up ripples; if we were to say how many people were truly moved by her, they would be very few.
The noise was temporary, and things quickly returned to calm after the other bosses took the stage to speak.
Chen Zhi's anxious heart finally calmed down.
If Hu Zhenzhen's words really make everyone start to take her seriously, then Chen Zhi will be truly upset.
She understands perfectly what the unspoken meaning of what is valued is.
It is a sign of respect from those working in other industries.
Chen Zhi worked hard for many years to earn this respect.
She considers herself a genius in the entertainment industry, and it took her so many years to achieve this. Why should Hu Zhenzhen get it just by saying a few words on stage?
Chen Zhi didn't want to admit that she was jealous.
Out of the corner of her eye, she glanced at Hu Zhenzhen and saw the smug look on her face, which made her feel even worse.
When she's unhappy, she wants to cause trouble.
It was half an hour later when everyone had finished speaking.
This is when the most famous part of the world of fame and fortune arrives.
Cocktail party.
Everyone stopped sitting rigidly and began to move around in the Golden Fragrance Pavilion Hall.
Several waltz lead dancers have appeared in the 200-square-meter dance floor. Anyone interested in a dance is welcome to join in.
Next to the dance floor, in an equally large area, rows of long tables were covered with golden tablecloths and filled with snacks to replenish energy.
Waiters will be constantly moving around the venue.
They carried drinks and were ready to serve the guests at any time.
The lights in Vanity Fair were also adjusted to a comfortable, dim tone, and a grand social gathering was about to begin.
Netizens have always been interested in such occasions.
Fans have a keen eye; they can spot their idols even in dim lighting and see their interactions with others.
One live stream camera focused solely on the dance floor, and netizens singled out each person dancing together to discuss their relationships.
The moment Hu Zhenzhen stepped onto the dance floor, the discussion suddenly intensified.
Most of the dancers there are celebrities; only a few bosses who are interested will dance there.
In fact, most bosses, respecting their status, would never go near the dance floor.
Therefore, Hu Zhenzhen's appearance inside was particularly surprising.
[Seriously? Who invited Sister Hu to dance?]
[It's Little Sheep!!! This whole "top celebrity and female tycoon" drama is already making my head spin like an idol drama!]
[Don't go too far with the preceding statements; my sister Hu has a son!]
So what if she has a son? It's just that Sister Hu doesn't want him. If she did, she'd let me be her son, let alone date me.
The conversation went further and further absurd, but the two people on the dance floor weren't as intimate as they had imagined.
Hu Zhenzhen accepted Li Yang's invitation because of Chen Zhi.
She always tries to create opportunities for Mr. Chen to make his mark.
Hu Zhenzhen danced on the dance floor, but her eyes never left the crowd; she was secretly observing Chen Zhi.
As she had expected, as soon as she left, Chen Zhi became active around the bosses of various companies, chatting and laughing, and her eyes would occasionally drift in this direction.
Even without using her brain, Hu Zhenzhen could guess what she was saying and what she was planning to do.
But instead of stopping her, she wanted Chen Zhi to succeed.
Only a heavy enough hammer can subdue the scoundrels.
Since Hu Zhenzhen is here today, she should naturally leave a deep impression on everyone, so that others won't easily forget what she said today.
She had her own agenda, so she wasn't afraid of Chen Chenzhi causing trouble. In fact, she hoped that Chen Chenzhi would cause something big so that more people would remember her today.
Hu Zhenzhen will be remembered by more people.
Li Yang, unaware that Hu Zhenzhen was distracted, nervously spoke up.
"Thank you very much, Mr. Hu."
He said that because of a trouble that happened three minutes earlier.
Li Yang gained some popularity this year, which allowed him to get into the world of fame and fortune.
However, his achievements are far too low compared to those of these celebrities, so it's normal that he's looked down upon.
Before he arrived, his assistant specifically reminded Li Yang to be careful in his conduct.
However, which person who can make it in the entertainment industry doesn't have ambition? At that moment on the red carpet, Li Yang didn't even think much and followed his heart, striking up a conversation with Hu Zhenzhen.
In some people's eyes, this action is naturally called overestimating one's own abilities.
Before he could finish his speech, Li Yang had already paid the price for it.
He didn't expect to incur Mr. Chen's displeasure, as Mr. Chen had already made it clear that he would no longer cooperate with him.
The people who had been warmly surrounding him just moments before dispersed in a flash.
Two celebrities who were initially unaware of the situation probably understood what was going on when they saw this scene, and quietly distanced themselves from him.
They weren't friends to begin with.
In such situations, no one will bother with someone who has no value to them.
In just two minutes, Li Yang experienced going from heaven to hell.
He didn't even dare to look his boss in the eye.
Even if you watch it, you'll only see disgust and disappointment.
Before attending Vanity Fair, his boss had clearly sent someone to remind him to keep a low profile and not cause trouble.
As a result, he still caused so much trouble.
Li Yang smiled wryly, knowing that his popularity was basically coming to an end.
He already knew this outcome the moment he chose to be promoted by capital, but he didn't expect this day to come so soon.
If only I had known—
Unfortunately, there's no hindsight, and he didn't get a second chance, nor could he go back to the time when he was constantly improving his acting skills.
Li Yang hadn't expected that the act of belittling the weak and praising the strong would happen so quickly.
He originally thought that he would only be ignored at the glamorous banquets, but he never expected to be stopped by Liu Feiyu in a corner.
The two had a history of conflict and never got along.
Upon hearing that Li Yang was down on his luck, he couldn't wait to come over.
With cameras rolling, Liu Feiyu's method was quite simple: offering toasts.
While saying he was toasting him, Liu Feiyu only took a sip of his own glass, letting Li Yang drink one glass after another.
If you don't drink it, the outcome is also clear.
Originally, the resources Li Yang had were enough to keep him popular for another six months, but that was the end of it.
But if Liu Feiyu wanted to mess with him, he could easily speed up the process, making him completely unemployed within a month.
Li Yang was filled with bitterness, and could only drink one cup after another.
At this moment, Hu Zhenzhen appeared.
She wasn't being ostracized by the wealthy circle; she just casually made up an excuse to give Chen Zhi room to maneuver, and happened to spot Li Yang in the corner.
"Hey, you guys are chatting."
Hu Zhenzhen casually made a comment, and Liu Feiyu immediately fell silent, changing his demeanor.
"Mr. Hu, what you just said was brilliant. If there is a suitable role for me in the future, you must consider me."
Hu Zhenzhen clinked glasses with him briefly, then touched her lips to the wine and that was it.
Liu Feiyu dared not refuse to drink, and downed the entire glass of wine in one gulp.
"Well, Mr. Hu, you can continue your catching up. Someone's calling me from over there, so I'll be going now."
Li Yang had already been forced to drink six glasses of wine by Liu Feiyu. Seeing this scene, he breathed a sigh of relief, but also felt a sense of desolation.
In any case, Hu Zhenzhen did help him.
"Mr. Hu, thank you very much."
Hu Zhenzhen had no idea that she had helped Li Yang out of an awkward situation; she simply assumed that he didn't want to drink anymore, which was why he said that.
"Want to go dancing?"
Since Chen Zhi couldn't be seen from here, and Hu Zhenzhen couldn't know the situation over there, she took the initiative to invite him.
Li Yang looked up, completely surprised that Hu Zhenzhen would take the initiative to invite him.
This action was undoubtedly helping him.
This was clearly a message to everyone: even though Li Yang had been blacklisted by Chen Zhi, with Hu Zhenzhen protecting him, he wasn't someone to be bullied.
Before today, Li Yang didn't even know Hu Zhenzhen.
He hadn't expected Hu Zhenzhen to help him like this, and he was so moved that he couldn't speak.
He didn't say a word of thanks until he got onto the dance floor.
Once he opened his mouth, Li Yang couldn't hold back anymore.
Her emotions poured out: "I don't have two more days to be famous, Mr. Hu. I really regret it. I shouldn't have taken the path of popularity in the first place. If I have the chance, I will definitely settle down and study my acting skills."
As he spoke, his voice became choked with emotion.
Hu Zhenzhen was startled.
No, they were having a perfectly normal conversation, so why are they being so grateful and regretful? What is this person doing?
If you want to change your career path, why don't you just focus on improving your acting skills? Why are you starting to cry all of a sudden?
Hu Zhenzhen felt a chill run down her spine and quickly said, "Don't cry, or people will think I'm bullying you."
Li Yang's image management was originally quite good, but he couldn't control his emotions for a moment.
Hearing Hu Zhenzhen's words, he was at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
"Mr. Hu, don't worry, I definitely won't cry."
Only after receiving his guarantee did Hu Zhenzhen not immediately let go of his hand and leave.
After all, it would be too jarring to leave the stage halfway through a dance.
"It's okay, you're still young. There's plenty of time for you to transition from an idol to a talent."
Hu Zhenzhen comforted him and didn't take it to heart.
Her gaze was still fixed on Chen Zhi.
Li Yang took those words to heart, thinking that Hu Zhenzhen was hinting that she wanted to bring him into the world of martial arts films, and he was even more moved.
"Mr. Hu, don't worry, I definitely won't let you down!"
"I want to enter the film and television industry with my own abilities and dignity!"
Hu Zhenzhen was even more puzzled after hearing this, "Huh?"
Before she could get any answers, Li Yang left, full of energy.
What's he doing? Why is he suddenly so energetic again?
Hu Zhenzhen was puzzled and couldn't control her expression for a moment, but Li Yang was someone she had just met today, and he didn't stay in her mind for long before she forgot about him.
Compared to this, Hu Zhenzhen was more concerned about Chen Zhi's situation.
Calculating the time, it was about time, so she lifted her skirt and walked into the circle of bosses.
"Mr. Chen, you seem to be having a great time chatting. What are you all talking about?"
Hu Zhenzhen's goal was clear; she stared straight at Chen Zhi and spoke.
Chen Zhi had just started talking to the CEO of Zhongnan Film and Television, and hadn't even had a chance to say anything bad about Hu Zhenzhen, when Hu Zhenzhen arrived, looking somewhat sullen.
Fortunately, she had already mentioned similar things to many bosses, so she felt much better.
When faced with Hu Zhenzhen's question, Chen Zhi gave a casual answer.
"We were praising President Hu. We didn't expect you to be such a good dancer."
"Oh? Is that so?"
Hu Zhenzhen didn't believe her at all, but she didn't expose her directly.
Xiang Wei was standing nearby, listening the whole time. She couldn't help but chuckle and gave Hu Zhenzhen a wink.
Hu Zhenzhen understood immediately.
Just as she guessed, they were talking badly about her behind her back, trying to win people over to target her.
Hu Zhenzhen just wanted to laugh.
It seems that Mr. Chen's path to wealth was really smooth, which is why his methods are so simple, and he doesn't even bother to avoid people.
This tactic might actually work if she encounters vulnerable people.
Unfortunately, she met Hu Zhenzhen.
Hu Zhenzhen looked at Chen Zhi with pity in her eyes.
Let her tell President Chen a business principle.
Faced with overwhelming economic power, any alliance is fragile and vulnerable.
"Because there's nothing for me to worry about, I have time to dance. Mr. Chen is such a busy person that he doesn't have time to practice. Don't be discouraged if you dance badly."
Hu Zhenzhen immediately approved Chen Zhi's application.
Chen Zhi's face looked visibly pale.
The green tea flavor in those words is so strong; with just a few words, they made her dance look like it was true.
I've never heard of Mr. Hu being so sharp-tongued. I've really learned something new today.
"Mr. Hu, if you don't understand, it's best not to speak so definitively."
As soon as Chen Zhi spoke, the polite smile on Hu Zhenzhen's face vanished.
"Since Mr. Chen understands this principle, why is he still talking badly about people behind their backs?"
Chen Zhi had never encountered someone as blunt as Hu Zhenzhen before, and she was stunned.
"What are you saying, Mr. Hu? I didn't say anything. Don't frame me."
Hu Zhenzhen chuckled softly, ignoring her words, and turned to Mr. Li, the general manager of Zhongnan Film and Television, who was standing next to her.
"Mr. Li, it's a pleasure to meet you."
She took the initiative to speak, and Mr. Li, being a shrewd old man, naturally wouldn't refuse to respond.
"Mr. Hu, I've heard so much about you. It's great to finally meet you in person today. Just like the rumors say, you're young and promising."
"It's just that I left behind some assets thanks to the protection of my family."
Hu Zhenzhen said something in a polite manner.
Even if she doesn't have any family backing her at all, she still has to borrow the name of the rumored family now.
As soon as she finished speaking, the smile on President Li's face immediately became subtle.
"Mr. Hu is too modest. What you have is probably just a small amount of assets."
As he said this, his body weight began to shift towards Hu Zhenzhen, and he made his choice unconsciously.
"You're too kind. When it comes to doing business, Mr. Li is much more capable. I'm just relying on my wealth to wander around aimlessly."
Hu Zhenzhen raised her glass and clinked it with Mr. Li's.
"You are a senior in film and television production. If I have any questions in the future, I will look forward to asking you for advice."
This is clearly giving Mr. Li face.
After all, Hu Zhenzhen made such bold statements on stage that everyone understood what she meant.
But Mr. Li still found it hard to refuse her compliments.
After all, she is Hu Zhenzhen, the heiress of a wealthy family for five generations. The fact that such a person is willing to bow down and flatter him satisfies President Li's vanity.
The smile on his face was much more genuine.
"Mr. Hu, you're too kind. We're all in the same industry, and we can help each other out. Your ambition in entering this field has also touched me. If you have any difficulties, I will definitely help you."
In just a few words, a friendly atmosphere was established.
On the contrary, Chen Zhi, who arrived first, was left out and ignored for a long time.
Her petty nature is so well understood by everyone in the circle that she clearly lacks social awareness and tact.
Even with the situation already in this state, Chen Zhi still refused to leave. With a shout, she directly called out to the CEO of Wanfu Real Estate who was passing by.
"Mr. Yang, the theme song for Brigitte Lin's Biography, Tiko, has been written."
She casually started the conversation by mentioning the company's collaborations, speaking loudly as if she were speaking directly to Hu Zhenzhen.
"So what if you, Hu Zhenzhen, are chatting enthusiastically with others? I have real, tangible collaborations with these companies. It's quite obvious who's whose ally."
As Chen Zhi thought this, her smile became somewhat obsequious.
"Mr. Yang, has the release date for Brigitte Lin's Biography been set?"
Yang Chang'an was passing by when she called him over. Upon seeing the group of people there, he immediately understood what was going on.
Chen Zhi had just gone to see him, and her words implied that she wanted to exclude Hu Zhenzhen and prevent her from gaining a foothold in the film and television industry.
Yang Chang'an understood Chen Zhi's meaning in an instant and cursed his bad luck.
With so many people passing by, why did Chen Zhi have to cause him trouble?
Of course, while he thought this way, he didn't intend to offend Chen Zhi outwardly.
"Oh, Mr. Chen, the schedule hasn't been set yet. I'll have my secretary notify you once it is."
After saying that, Yang Chang'an was already thinking of leaving.
But Hu Zhenzhen clearly didn't want him to leave, and took the initiative to ask, "Mr. Yang invested in Brigitte Lin?"
Yang Chang'an had a terrible headache. Knowing he couldn't avoid it, he took the initiative to greet them.
"Yes, Mr. Hu has heard about it too. He heard that Jianghu Films is going to make high-quality works. If you need to invest in any projects in the future, you must remember me, your old acquaintance."
Hearing him call him an "old acquaintance," Chen Zhi, who was smiling beside him, felt a chill in her heart.
How is that possible?
Jianghu Film & Television is clearly a new company, and Hu Zhenzhen has never been involved in the real estate industry before, so how could she be familiar with President Yang?
Hu Zhenzhen caught a glimpse of her expression out of the corner of her eye and immediately became happy.
"Yes, it's all thanks to you for selling me that floor back then, otherwise the Dog Castle project wouldn't have been able to take shape."
Like Mr. Li, General Manager Yang immediately smiled and replied upon hearing Hu Zhenzhen's overture.
"Speaking of which, I should thank Mr. Hu, because Dog Castle's monthly income in Wanfu Plaza in S City is equivalent to the annual income in other cities."
What he said was not an exaggeration at all.
In Mr. Yang's opinion, Hu Zhenzhen is indeed capable of running a business like this.
With her powerful family background and her own abilities, her rise to prominence was inevitable.
Unless absolutely necessary, Mr. Yang didn't want to offend her.
Chen Zhi's face turned pale as she immediately understood the unspoken meaning behind President Yang's words.
He didn't agree to her alliance proposal at all, nor did he intend to exclude Hu Zhenzhen, a newcomer.
It turns out that Hu Zhenzhen's influence was deeply entrenched and not as easy to target as she had thought.
Everything that just happened was just her wishful thinking.
The smile on Chen Zhi's face vanished, and her face turned deathly pale.
Surrounded by so many people, she felt utterly alone and helpless.
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