Bai Ruanruan was trending on social media for a while, but the related topics weren't positive. The investors behind " Journey through Luo " were already dissatisfied, but they didn't say much because of the buzz.
But now Bai Ruanruan is ruined, and scandals are everywhere. The big investors behind the scenes are afraid of getting involved and have begun to withdraw their investment.
As a key project heavily promoted by Huading Entertainment this year, the initial publicity and distribution investment for " Journey through Luo," along with the manpower and resources already invested, cannot be easily withdrawn.
But now that Bai Ruanruan has been kicked out, Huading Entertainment no longer has anyone capable of taking on the main responsibility.
Even Zhou Guangliang had been probed several times by Huading's senior management. They wanted to give the role of " Journey through Luo " to Nan Qing, but they were worried that Nan Qing's abilities would not be enough to attract investment; they were also worried that Nan Qing would kick Huading Entertainment out as soon as the movie was finished.
The more anxious the people at Huading Entertainment became, the more relaxed Zhou Guangliang became.
"They're seeing that you've been getting a lot of attention and resources lately, the public feedback is positive, and you have powerful backers, so they want to win you over and take the opportunity to renegotiate your contract."
"I've read the script, and it's really good. It has great potential to be a hit, and it would be a shame to miss it."
"But we're not going to budge an inch on this contract renewal issue. Let me think of another way. Let's get this male lead and shut Huading up in the process."
Nan Qing originally thought that Zhou Guangliang's method would probably be to bring Lawyer Guo along, and the two of them would argue their case with their eloquent tongues.
Unexpectedly, within just half a day, the increasingly amiable senior executives of Huading called him with a smile, inviting him to the company to sign a contract.
Nan Qing was worried that a windfall would kill her, so she sent Huo Yuzhou many messages, but he didn't reply.
He opened the meeting room door, and there sat his boyfriend, who hadn't replied to his messages, in the investor's seat, looking at him with a slight smile.
Nan Qing: "?"
Nan Qing had never seen anything like it before. It turned out that the CEO of Huading would show such a fawning face in public, constantly flattering Huo Yuzhou and even personally testing the temperature of the tea, afraid that it might be slightly inappropriate.
" Nan Qing, come quick, this is President Huo, the investor in our movie—"
"No introduction needed,"
A man in a silver-gray suit smiled at him from behind a mahogany table coated with tung oil. His narrow eyes seemingly casually swept over everyone in the conference room, and his refined, golden voice reached everyone's ears.
"This is my wife."
The room was filled with surprise as the general manager's document was moved to the table with a crisp "click".
Nan Qing's ears turned red instantly.
The contract signing process went smoothly, but unfortunately, Huo Yuzhou, who was sitting opposite him, kept staring at him. His gaze seemed to have a physical presence, or like a beam of incredibly bright searchlight, sweeping over him inch by inch.
With so many people around, Nan Qing's ears turned even redder.
Huo Yuzhou, however, behaved very properly, and apart from glancing at him a few times, he did nothing out of line.
Nan Qing's cheeks flushed from his gaze, and she secretly glared at him when no one was looking.
The next second, that familiar voice rang out again.
[Winking.]
My wife really loves me.
Nan Qing's face flushed and his heart pounded. He made an excuse to go to the restroom, but unfortunately, he had barely left when the big shot sitting opposite him casually followed him over.
The Huading Entertainment building was renovated just two years ago; even the restrooms are now glittering and brightly lit.
He pressed Nan Qing against the bathroom door and kissed her. The light was dazzling, reflecting in her eyes like shimmering halos. Her fingers went weak, and even her heart softened.
He thought that the group of people in the conference hall were still waiting for them to go back to the meeting, but Huo Yuzhou was pressing him and kissing him all over, which was really quite inappropriate.
But before he could even get a moment's distraction, Huo Yuzhou grabbed his face again.
His handsome, sharp features were magnified before him, creating a striking impact. His long, narrow eyes shone with an unusual depth, and his slightly reddened eyes were reflected in his half-closed eyelids. His voice was low and husky.
" Baby, why didn't you call me 'husband' just now?"
Huo Yuzhou raised his eyebrows slightly, seemingly somewhat saddened.
"I've already called you 'wife,' and you still ignore me. They must think I failed to win you over, that I'm the biggest fanboy of the big star Nan Qing, and they're all secretly laughing at me."
Nan Qing's ears were burning.
Who did he learn this from? How could a villainous boss like him, so sinister and insane, even know the term "dream man"?
He only glanced at the other man, who was standing inches away, before he paused, then couldn't resist leaning in to kiss him before continuing his pitiful act.
My husband is really going to be heartbroken...
When Nan Qing returned from the restroom, her face turned even redder.
Her beautifully curved lips appeared even fuller, and the exposed section of her snow-white neck had a slight pink tinge.
After signing the contract, everyone's smiles grew brighter and brighter as they politely saw Mr. Huo off as he walked out in a large entourage.
Zhou Guangliang also came over, just about to say something to Nan Qing.
Huo Yuzhou was walking ahead, paused, his narrow eyes drifting over and landing on Nan Qing.
All eyes turned to him instantly, and Nan Qing choked on his words.
Unbeknownst to them, Zhou Guangliang was busy encouraging them to study.
"Since you're free anyway, why don't you go learn some French? Even just an hour will do! The weather's so nice today, it's still early before evening, why are you in such a hurry to go home?"
Among the gazes fixed upon him, one gaze, seemingly smiling yet not quite, was particularly striking.
Nan Qing's ears turned red, and under immense, invisible pressure, she spoke slowly, like a pitiful, honest person being exploited.
"No, I have something to do."
What could you possibly want?
Zhou Guangliang held his schedule, looking righteous and awe-inspiring.
"You didn't make any plans for today! I think you just don't like studying!"
"I really have something to do!"
A soft laugh drifted through the air, and out of the corner of his eye, he saw that tall figure walking in his direction.
Nan Qing's ears burned even hotter; he was terrified that Huo Yuzhou would kiss him in public, so he spoke rapidly.
"I have plans. I want to be in love, I want to go on dates, really!"
The person next to him smiled wryly, not without a hint of flattery, remarking how good Huo Yuzhou and Nan Qing's relationship was.
Nan Qing couldn't stand it anymore, so she quickly grabbed Huo Yuzhou's arm and hurriedly pulled him out, waving to Zhou Guangliang as they went.
"I've given you a day off, Zhou Ge. Go and rest, everyone's on holiday!"
Zhou Guangliang waved, "No, your car--"
Nan Qing's ears turned bright red, and she quickened her pace.
"Whatever, just drive it back."
He thought about Huo Yuzhou, who had deliberately played the victim half an hour earlier, and then about the vows he had made when he escaped. He spoke very quickly:
"I'm riding in my husband's car!"