Chapter 62 Why her of all people? ...
In real life, his name is inevitably mentioned, and friends are eager to inquire about gossip about him, whether true or false. In the online world, he is even more of a key to unlocking online traffic and an idol admired by many.
The name Wen Shili has, over the past few years, permeated the public's memory, imbued with the essence of life, making it unavoidable.
Sheng Yi stared at the relaxed man in the video, still somewhat dazed. It took her a moment to realize what he was talking about.
"Are you flying tomorrow?"
"Hmm." Wen Shili frowned slightly. "There's a meeting I have to attend."
At his level, contracts are no longer limited to China; he has countless offers to choose from, unlike her…
The commercial contract for K brand has been signed and will be officially announced soon. This is currently her most impressive endorsement deal.
But for her, this is already a huge step forward. Who could have imagined this day at this time last year?
Her eyes were smiling, and Wen Shili's eyes also smiled. He leaned over and planted a kiss on the screen. "Congratulations."
With her facial features magnified infinitely, certain fragments flashed through Sheng Yi's mind in an instant.
The call ended abruptly.
Congratulations are fine, but why get physical? That's over the top!
She paused for a moment, not forgetting to excuse herself: "My hand was shaking just now."
Wen Shili didn't expose her little scheme, and simply said, "Get some rest."
Just as Sheng Yi breathed a sigh of relief, she received a second message from him: "Congratulations, Teacher Sheng. The future is bright, and you are ready to stride forward."
Despite prior leaks, fans, upon seeing the official announcement on Weibo, habitually shared, commented, and liked the post before staring at the words on the screen in disbelief.
Good heavens! Sheng Yi really does have a title, and she's even a spokesperson!
Fans, realizing what was happening, furiously typed away, shouting, "Ahhh, my sister deserves it!"
"Oh my god, can I believe my eyes? It really is true! All my suffering is finally over!"
Someone immediately placed an order for the same item, saying, "A three-year loyal fan is showing their support [image]".
Someone saw this and immediately followed suit, "I'll also post a picture of my order! Your taste in choosing spokespeople is just like mine! Superb! [Image]"
Sheng Yi quickly browsed through the latest comments, which were either expressing happiness for her or showing support for her as the newly appointed spokesperson. They weren't indistinct strangers, but rather people actively helping her move forward step by step.
As she watched, a smile crept onto her face. Sheng Yi turned off her phone and continued filming the next part of the advertisement.
It was already dark when they finished work. When Jingjing saw her coming, she quickly went to greet her.
The moment Sheng Yi saw her, he sensed something was wrong and asked in a low voice, "What's wrong?"
Jingjing glanced around at the scattered staff members, then pursed her lips and shook her head slightly.
Sheng Yi didn't say much, greeted everyone as usual, and got into the car. Only then did she hear Jingjing bite her lip and squeeze out a sentence, "They went too far." Then she comforted her, "Sister, don't be sad."
Sheng Yi really didn't know what was making her sad, but she knew something bad must have happened. She put away her smile and gently asked, "What's wrong?"
After saying that, he realized something, "There's a problem with the endorsement deal?"
There is definitely a problem.
Jingjing restrained her emotions and briefly explained to her that the comments were too harsh, and she didn't want Shengyi to be affected by those inexplicable people.
Sheng Yi had already taken out her phone and quickly logged into Weibo.
Clicking into the official Weibo account, the comments and reposts at the top have been carefully selected, making it easy to see how chaotic and appalling things were before.
Her Weibo comment section was flooded with comments, the top comments were all pictures of her, all taken from bizarre angles, and there were also accusations in red letters on white backgrounds, questioning how she got the job opportunity.
Fans also tried to speak out, but in the end, most of the comments that appeared at the top were not very friendly.
here we go again.
Sheng Yi had a long-lost, absurd yet familiar feeling.
Jingjing was extremely anxious and reached out to grab her phone. "The trending topic has been removed now, so don't look at Weibo for the time being."
Actually, there's nothing you can't see. If you click on it, you can even see some comments reposted by marketing accounts in popular sections.
Clicking through the photos one by one, most of them said she didn't deserve the resources.
The top-rated comments in the comment section were all: "This is an insult to Chia-Yi."
"I'm not saying this to be mean, but besides her face, what else does she have? She's really downgraded Xu Jiayi's image."
"Do you have any representative works? All you ever do is talk about outshining this or that. You've been on the trending topics so much that you really think you're a celebrity."
"Even those with connections are still celebrities."
"I'll be frank, I don't deserve your thanks."
"Can the Celestial Dragons have their own track? I'm taking Jia Yi away."
Upon learning of her selection, Sheng Yi also had this question: Should she reject an offer that's been extended to her because of some dubious arguments?
Sister Hong gave her time to think it over, and in the end, she agreed.
Whether she agreed or refused, there was a fifty percent chance. When Luo Hongyu received her call, she was still amazed by her decisiveness.
In the entertainment industry, having ambition is not shameful. As long as the methods are aboveboard, she doesn't mind everyone climbing to the next level.
Sheng Yi nodded solemnly, clearly prepared to bear the many hidden dangers behind this gift. It was simply that his desire to move forward suppressed his anxiety about the uncertainty.
She understood Sheng Yi's concerns and didn't mind giving her some comfort, saying, "This is just part of the brand's annual strategy, don't overthink it." But there were some things she couldn't say more about.
But why her of all people?
Sheng Yi knew that this was probably just a way of comforting friends, and that the current situation was only a little worse than expected.
It's really only a tiny bit.
Of all the words above, what's truly jarring is that "masterpiece."
The popularity gained from scandals is not enough to sustain her career, and a year's hard work is not yet ready to bear fruit. She needs to put in more effort to balance the uncertain outcomes.
Further down, amidst a chorus of mockery and condemnation, a few scattered, weak rebuttals were occasionally heard.
"Fashion resources are a separate field, and Sheng Yi and this brand are quite a good match."
"Having another spokesperson is normal. You're spokespeople, not heirs to the throne, okay?"
"The big spender hasn't even spoken, so it's none of your business to criticize. Who's more noble than whom?"
"Sheng Yi is beautiful and has the right temperament. Her recent drama has received a lot of positive reviews, so it's not unreasonable for the brand to bet on her."
"Even as a bystander, I can't stand it anymore. They didn't do anything to anyone, so why are the other side's fans jumping up and down like this?"
"Ultimately, it's your work that matters. Keep it up, Sheng Yi. I still have faith in you."
As I read through the comments, it would be a lie to say I was completely unmoved, but it wouldn't be fair to say I was angry either. In fact, the closer I got to the end, the calmer I became.
At least, regardless of the volume of her voice, there are people who are willing to believe her and speak up for her.
She logged into her alternate account, unafraid of being caught, so she unhesitatingly liked the last comment.
She turned off her phone, and Jingjing looked at her anxiously. Shengyi forced a smile, "It's nothing, it's no big deal."
Seeing that she was really not affected much, Jingjing continued, "When Lao Qian saw the news, he went to deal with it immediately, and the highest number of trending topics only reached about ten."
Endorsements naturally affect making money, so it's normal for Lao Qian to be a little concerned. Sheng Yi smiled and said, "As expected of him."
Jingjing wasn't in the mood for jokes. "Sis, you usually have a lot of supporters. This time, it's obvious someone hired online trolls to stir up trouble, otherwise..."
“Yes, I know,” Sheng Yi interrupted her.
Knowing that there are people supporting her behind the scenes, she needs to be even more careful and not let trivial matters bother her.
The next day, I had a brand event to attend. The event was held in a shopping mall, about half an hour's drive from the city center. The brand had deliberately avoided the weekend, but the event was still packed with onlookers.
As soon as Sheng Yi returned to the lounge after the event, her phone rang.
The number that was not saved in her contacts was calling her private number.
I wasn't planning to answer, but after the phone rang for a couple of seconds and then went silent, the number called again.
She answered the call before it automatically ended.
The slightly aloof voice came from someone completely unexpected.
"Now? Are you downstairs?" Sheng Yi asked.
She hung up the phone after saying only a few words, and while changing her clothes, she gave Jingjing a few instructions. Just before she was about to leave, Jingjing grabbed her arm and handed her a hat.
Sheng Yi readily agreed, but once downstairs, he discovered that the situation seemed somewhat different from what he had anticipated.
The once lively crowd had dispersed at some point, and she spotted He Jinping's figure at a glance.
Seeing her approach, He Jinping turned and went into the nearest shop.
The shop assistants there clearly knew her and greeted her warmly, "Ms. He, it's been a long time since you've been here. We just received a batch of new arrivals yesterday and were just about to send them over to you."
He Jinping picked up one at random and turned to ask Sheng Yi for her opinion.
She is tall and well-proportioned, and can wear almost anything. She pointed to several items, and Sheng Yi gave her serious opinions on each one.
He Jinping nodded indifferently and said to the shop assistant, "Wrap them all up."
"Yes, Miss He."
Although she said she was just browsing, it looked more like a shopping spree. After visiting a few stores, He Jinping became a little disheartened and said, "Let's find a place to sit down."
After many years, they sat across from each other at the dinner table again, having the opportunity for a calm and peaceful conversation. Neither of them spoke of the past or the future; they embraced the present moment and decided to cherish it.
He Jinping's phone screen lit up several times during the incident, but she didn't look at it, and Sheng Yi naturally didn't bring it up either.
By the end of the drinks, both of them were a little tipsy. He Jinping refilled her glass and asked, "Doesn't this remind you of the last meal you had with me?"
Yes, that's right. It was the same back then.
When the dizziness hit, she felt a bit like she was back in the old days. Before collapsing completely, Sheng Yi managed to stay rational and made a phone call to Lao Qian.
After a while, Lao Qian said they had arrived nearby. The two walked hand in hand, chatting and laughing, towards the parking lot.
He Jinping, who was standing to the side, suddenly stopped in her tracks. Sheng Yi glanced at her and saw that the smile on her face vanished in an instant, as if it had never existed.
She said, "You can go by yourself."
Sheng Yi hesitated, looking at the car parked not far ahead. Someone opened the car door and quickly approached them.
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