The Working Tiger and His "Selling-Yourself Money"

Lin Mo had assumed that after the "social death" trip to the commercial district, he could return to a "normal" tiger life of quiet consumption and low-profile growth. However, he had underestimated the speed of information dissemination in this era, as well as the keen sense of smell capital had for "traffic."

Almost the day after he went "viral" on the internet, the threshold of the Wang Family mansion was nearly trampled flat.

All kinds of hovercars filled the reception area outside the estate. Agents in tailored suits, directors wearing exaggerated black-rimmed glasses, CEOs of internet companies full of talk about "traffic monetization" and "IP building," and even regional heads of well-known brands... they swarmed in, carrying thick cooperation proposals and sincerity (checks).

There was only one goal: to sign the newly minted top-tier "internet celebrity tiger" Mimi, and his genius owner, who possessed both talent and beauty, Wang Keke.

"Mr. Wang, our Star Shine Media is willing to offer 50 million Huaxia Currency to purchase the exclusive portrait rights for Mimi and tailor-make a series of short video content!"

"Family Head Wang, our Thunder Power is a world-renowned energy drink brand. We hope to invite Mimi and Miss Keke to endorse our new generation product, Beast King Power. The endorsement fee is negotiable!"

"Our Cute Pet Paradise wants to invite Mimi to be our image ambassador. We only need to shoot a set of promotional posters and one commercial!"

The proposals were varied, and the amounts were more astonishing than the last. In the reception room, Wang Qingtian sat in the main seat, listening to the butler and assistants report the various quotes and cooperation intentions. Although he remained calm, the glint that flashed in his eyes from time to time betrayed his inner restlessness.

This was not just a matter of money. This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, a perfect chance to push the Wang Family, the concept of "beast taming," his daughter, and that battle pet with infinite potential to the entire Base City and even a broader stage! This could greatly enhance the prestige and influence of the Wang Family and secure more intangible political and commercial resources for the family.

With almost no hesitation, after a quick assessment with the family think tank, Wang Qingtian waved his hand and made a decision:

Cooperate! Screen for high-quality brands and promote comprehensively!

Thus, Lin Mo, who was still mourning his dignity and planning what "big meal" to order next, and Wang Keke, who had just felt that shopping was fun, instantly became two miserable "wage earners."

Their "star journey" unfolded from there.

First stop: Thunder Power—"Beast King Power" energy drink.

On the shooting set, the lights were blinding. The director demanded that Lin Mo show "strength and vitality."

"Mimi! Yes! Look at the lens, the eyes need to be fierce! Yes! Imagine you just devoured a lord-level monster! Good! Now shake your head, the fur needs to be elegant! Show the satisfaction after drinking 'Beast King Power'!"

Lin Mo's inner thoughts: I'm shaking my head because it's itchy! Also, this stuff doesn't taste as good as Moonlight Fox blood!

The final cut: A mighty winged white tiger roars at the sky, the camera zooms in on its strong muscles and sharp eyes, then it lowers its head to pick up a can of "Beast King Power" and drinks it (actually post-production effects), the image full of power. Slogan: "Beast King Power, awaken the wildness within you!"

Second stop: Cute Pet Paradise—image promotion.

This time, the style changed abruptly. Lin Mo was required to wear a special, cute costume with small wings (changed to a bow tie around his neck after his strong resistance) and "frolic" in the child-like pet paradise with Wang Keke.

"Miss Keke, please hug Mimi's neck, yes, cheek to cheek, show a happy smile!"

"Mimi! Don't look so hopeless! Look here, yes, tilt your head, you need to look 'cute'!"

Lin Mo's inner thoughts: Cute your head! I am a fierce tiger! A fierce tiger! Also, this bow tie is choking my neck!

After the promotional photos were released, the internet screamed again: "A fierce tiger acting spoiled! The contrast is too lethal!"

Third stop: Rock Military Industry—new individual armor test "partner."

This was slightly more to Lin Mo's taste. He needed to demonstrate cooperative combat with armored soldiers (posed shots) and use his sharp claws and charges to test the defensive performance of the armor.

"Good! Mimi, use your claws to strike this chest plate with all your might!"

Lin Mo could finally release some power. With one swipe, a clear dent and claw marks were left on the special alloy chest plate.

"Perfect! This effect is so convincing!" The military industry representative was extremely excited.

Lin Mo's inner thoughts: This is more like it, finally something a fierce tiger should do.

There were also endorsements for high-end hovercars (he was the background, setting off the wild temperament of the car), the latest communication watches (using his claws to "clumsily" operate it to highlight the convenience of voice functions), and even a bedding brand came to the door, hoping he would endorse a high-end health pillow that "can make battle pets fall asleep in three seconds"...

Lin Mo felt like he was about to be played to death. He was either shooting or on his way to a shoot. All kinds of strange instructions and lenses from all angles left him physically and mentally exhausted. He missed the simple days of just eating, sleeping, and occasionally fighting.

Wang Keke initially thought it was novel and fun, but after several days of high-intensity "work," her little face also slumped, and she often leaned against Lin Mo to doze off during breaks.

The only thing that kept Lin Mo (barely) going was an agreement given by Wang Qingtian.

Due to Lin Mo's "special citizen" status and Wang Keke's wishes, the family did not swallow all the profits. After negotiation, all profits generated from commercial cooperation, after deducting costs and family agency fees, were split 30% between Lin Mo and Wang Keke!

This meant that every time he was forced to work, his tiger face, known as "Mimi," could earn him an astonishing amount of "selling money"!

When Wang Keke held a calculator and excitedly told him that they could split an eight-figure sum just from the "Thunder Power" endorsement, the tiger heart filled with humiliation finally received a trace of comfort.

Hmm... although the process is a bit shameful, for the sake of Star Coins (Huaxia Currency)... He licked his paws, weighing the balance between dignity and money. It seems... not unbearable? After all, devouring evolution also requires resources. Relying solely on family funding, how could it be as satisfying and righteous as earning it yourself?

He even began to think darkly: When I save enough money, I will acquire all the brands that dared to make me wear a bow tie! Then I will order them to film ten thousand videos of me tearing apart mechs with my bare hands!

Thus, supported by the powerful motivation (and Ah Q spirit) of "for the money (and future devouring resources)," Lin Mo gradually found the rhythm of "working."

He learned to precisely control his muscles in front of the lens, showing the "fierce" or "cute" look the director needed; he learned to use his eyes to convey "disdain" (interpreted as cool) and "helplessness" (interpreted as aggrieved); he even learned to take the initiative to rub against Wang Keke during breaks to create a picture of "human-beast affection" for the paparazzi to capture...

He and Wang Keke, this "working CP" forced together, under the coercion of capital and the promotion of the family, moved from the upper-level news of a Base City to every household at an astonishing speed, becoming phenomenal stars.

The nameplate engraved with "Mimi" on Lin Mo's neck shone brightly in countless promotional photos, deeply branding this name, which once shamed him, into this era.

He, Lin Mo, on the road to becoming a Starry Sky Behemoth, accidentally lit up the side profession of "top-tier star."

Although the process was full of social death and helplessness, looking at the rapidly growing numbers in Wang Keke's account, he felt... this wave, it didn't seem too bad?

Damn it, when I become strong, the first thing I'll do is retire from the screen! He made a firm vow in his heart while shooting a pet shampoo commercial that required him to lick his fur elegantly.