"Mr. Zhang, do you want to give me another home?"
After that accident, Cheng Jixue could have restored the troupe to its original state with her abilities—a collapsed building could be rebuilt, and tea that had gone cold could be reheated, but once a person is gone, no amount of money could bring them back.
For some reason, when he stood in front of the ruins, even though his ears were filled with cries and roars, his heart was completely calm.
In the scorched earth, he saw half of a helmet, burned so badly that only stubble remained of the plume.
Never mind. He thought wearily, it was better to leave with dignity than to face the troupe's eventual collapse.
He concealed all his thorns and faint hopes, letting himself drift along with the tide, cynically observing where fate would take him next—
Then he met a guy named Zhang Chaohe, who was a complete idiot.
Sure enough, the little idiot pretended to be cool and said, "I just saw it in the documents yesterday, so I don't have to rack my brains to think about it anymore."
Cheng Jixue suddenly burst out laughing; the little idiot never disappointed him.
“Alright, Mr. Zhang.” Cheng Jixue nodded to him. In that instant, his expression became solemn, like a king in full armor. He said solemnly, “As the sixth-generation head of the Jiuzhou Qingtong Opera Troupe, I hereby authorize you to use the name ‘Jiuzhou Qingtong’.”
"I hope you can carry on the legacy and bring peace and harmony to the land."
"That's a bit too ambitious. How about we set a smaller goal first, like earning a few hundred million?" Zhang Chaohe said smugly. "Not too difficult, right?"
Chen Xingting covered his face in despair: How come Mr. Zhang, who was perfectly fine, has a mouth?
However, since Mr. Zhang was in such a good mood, it would be a shame not to take the opportunity to squeeze some money out of him. Chen Xingting hesitated for a moment, then said, "Well... Mr. Zhang, I have a small request..."
"Speak." Zhang Chaohe waved his hand domineeringly. Today he had solved a major problem. Even if Chen Xingting asked him to rebuild a film and television city for filming now, he would consider it.
"Would you be interested in making a cameo appearance as Commander Gu?" Chen Xingting began enthusiastically promoting the role. "You're absolutely perfect for the part! I can't believe anyone looks more like Commander Gu than you! And don't worry, it's only a few scenes; you just need to play yourself!"
Zhang Chaohe hadn't expected him to say that and immediately refused: "No, no, I can't act. Can I add more investment? Is 50 million enough?!"
It's hard to imagine someone spending a whopping 50 million just to avoid being courted by a director, and it's even harder to imagine a director remaining unmoved by 50 million and still persistently trying to win them over: "I don't want money, I want people!"
Even after Chen Xingting was locked out, he was still trying to persuade the reluctant CEO Zhang: "CEO Zhang, are you really not going to reconsider?!"
The melon rind whimpered pitifully. One second it was hogging the fragrant embrace of Little Zhang, and the next second it was mercilessly thrown out along with the other two two-legged creatures.
Guapi angrily smacked Chen Xingting with his long face and dashed into Zhang Chaohe's yard. Cheng Jixue helplessly gathered the empty dog leash into a bundle: "I'll try to persuade him again, don't worry."
Chen Xingting felt a pang of envy—a bittersweet feeling. He thought to himself, "Being good-looking really lets you do whatever you want. She's already got the air of an empress even before she's won me over—sigh!"
"I've already discussed your suggestion with Brother Zhang, and he happens to be available recently. He's agreed to meet with you," Cheng Jixue said with a smile. "Even the heavens are on your side!"
Chen Xingting was absolutely ecstatic this time! Last time, he had revealed to Cheng Jixue his choices for the male lead, but to be honest, he wasn't entirely satisfied with any of them.
As a representative of progressive elements, the male lead's image must conform to the audience's perception of this era—he must be handsome and dashing, not bland and ordinary; in terms of temperament, he must have the enthusiasm of a child, the elegance of a scholar, and at the same time, the simplicity of the working people.
Chen Xingting himself felt that he was being a bit too fussy when he talked about it, but he couldn't help it, he really wanted to make this movie well.
Unexpectedly, Cheng Jixue suddenly asked, "Do you think Zhang Xijing is suitable for this role?"
Chen Xingting slapped his thigh—perfect! Absolutely perfect! Zhang Xijing was a Peking Opera actor who switched to playing old male roles; his temperament and demeanor were impeccable. Besides, he had a face with a naturally Chinese aesthetic—he couldn't be more perfect!
But he's a top-tier TV King! Five years ago, Chen Xingting dared to say he'd give him a shot, but now he doesn't even know which way the door to his studio opens. What makes him think he can even give him a shot?
Cheng Jixue considerately said, "It just so happens that we were on the same variety show a few days ago. If Director Chen is interested, I can go and sound him out first."
Chen Xingting didn't take it seriously at first, but he was proven wrong in just two days. The other party was actually willing to talk to him!
Even when he parted ways with Cheng Jixue, he couldn't hide his bewilderment—what had he done wrong this year that made everything so smooth?
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After getting rid of Chen Xingting, Zhang Chaohe lingered for a while before washing the dishes. Although there was a housekeeper, he still didn't want to trouble others with everything. He was really bad at cooking, but he was super good at washing dishes!
He rinsed the fine, thick foam off under the tap and carefully placed the plates in the cupboard. Suddenly, the phone rang, startling him so much that the plates he had just washed almost flew out of his hand.
Assistant Jiang's voice was extremely anxious: "Mr. Zhang, please don't pay attention to the trending topics for now. The public relations department is already handling it—"
She wasn't really afraid that the vicious insults from those radical fans would hurt Mr. Zhang; she was mainly afraid that Mr. Zhang, with his argumentative nature, would impulsively rush out and hurt people...
But she overlooked the fact that the essence of a contrarian is that the more you forbid me from doing something, the more I will do it.
Zhang Chaohe readily agreed. After hanging up the phone, he immediately dried his hands and went online to surf the internet. Sure enough, he saw a trending tag on the hot search: #Jiasheng President Zhang Chaohe treats artist Xu Shen unfairly.
Zhang Chaohe was completely bewildered—I don't think I've even had a chance to treat you unfairly yet! Why are your fans suddenly talking nonsense?
He flipped through the pages for quite a while before he finally understood what had happened—it turned out that the Land Cruiser Studio had announced the audition results for their new film today.
The photos of Zhang Chaohe bringing Xu Shen to a banquet to meet Lu Xun are still fresh in everyone's minds. Fans had already concluded that Jiasheng Entertainment had pre-selected the role for their idol, and they were always full of confidence when they were feuding with rivals. Who would have thought that when the results were announced, Cheng Jixue, who wasn't even a newcomer, would easily defeat the top star Xu Shen and take the lead—and what's more, he's from the same company as their idol!?
Isn't this a company-led shady deal? Is this how the company treats its veteran artists?
Xu Shen's fans immediately felt betrayed by their employer. Several fan leaders who were connected to the studio publicly stated their stance, and some others took advantage of the situation to organize fan protests. The protest went exceptionally smoothly and even made it to the top of the trending searches!
Zhang Chaohe: Du Ze, that bastard, finally couldn't hold back anymore?
He sneered and switched to his main account. Amidst the cheerful online notification from Star Entertainment, CEO Zhang calmly opened the Weibo editing panel.
"You can't poop, so you blame the latrine?"
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A note from the author:
Wuhu is now a paid novel! (Promoting another pre-order novel!)
★Pre-order 1: "After Transmigrating into a Book, I Decided to Kill the Male Lead" - Rebirth + Wife-Chasing Hell Scene;
1.
In her previous life, Jiang Jianing transmigrated into a male-oriented novel and became the male lead's vicious elder brother. She dedicated herself to reforming the male lead to avoid a tragic end.
The male protagonist was targeted by his stepmother, and he came to his rescue. When the male protagonist's assassination attempt failed, he cleaned up the mess. When the emperor wanted to behead the male protagonist, he knelt in the snow for a day and a night...
After doing everything he could to make his position as the eldest son of the Marquis's family threaten the male protagonist's career, the male protagonist finally smiled at him.
Then they brought over a cup of poisoned wine.
He finally understood that to tame a wolf, it was not enough to just lightly touch it; one had to break its claws and teeth and smash its pride before it would submit.
But it was too late; Jiang Jianing still couldn't survive that late autumn.
After her death, Jiang Jianning discovered that she had returned to the point in her previous life when she had just transmigrated into the book. At that time, the original owner of this body had summoned four or five servants to beat up the male protagonist for amusement, while she stood aside and watched the show.
What did he do last time? He chased away the servants, helped the male protagonist up, and asked him to be kind to him.
Having been given a second chance at life, he suddenly realized that trying to reform someone by paying them off was just for fun; to truly solve the problem once and for all, he had to just kill them!
Facing the male protagonist who was beaten to the point of near death, Jiang Jianning shouted without hesitation, "Kill him and throw him out!"
This time, Jiang Jianning lived peacefully until the late spring of the following year.
2.
Zhou Shu often had dreams in which Jiang Jianning, who had ordered him to be beaten to death, had gentle, smiling eyes. That person had gone to great lengths for him and cleared obstacles for him.
Zhou Shu found it absurd. The Jiang Jianning he knew was ruthless and a notorious cruel official and powerful minister. How could he show such an attitude?
However, in his last dream, he saw himself closing Jiang Jianning's cold body with his own hands.
Zhou Shu sat in silence all night before turning his horse back to the capital.
When they met again after many years, the other person only offered a cup of poisoned wine with a mocking smile, exactly the same as in their previous life.
"I'll give you unparalleled wealth and status, above all others. Do you dare?"
Zhou Shu accepted it with a smile and drank it all in one gulp.
He doesn't seek to be above everyone else; he only hopes that Jiang Jianning will turn back and love him.
"I refuse to fawn over others, nor do I want my life to hang on someone else's knife. I would rather betray the world than let the world betray me."
Ruthless and ruthless powerful minister (shou) × Stoic and even more ruthless general (gong);
Reading Guide:
1• A love-hate relationship between two strong characters, with the protagonist experiencing both love and hate, and the other character experiencing a "wife-chasing" scenario. The protagonist transmigrates into a book and is reborn, while the other character regains his memories from his previous life.
2.1v1 HE (Happy Ending) The protagonist was focused on his career in his previous life, and the other protagonist didn't love him in his previous life either. Their romance only begins in the second life, which is the start of the main story.
3. The top and bottom were only nominally registered as a family, with no blood relation;
Pre-order 2: "The Sickly Beauty is a Martial Arts Master"
Silly and refreshing novel;
1.
Li Shuangchi and Shang Cui have been married for three years. Li Shuangchi has always cherished Shang Cui like a treasure. After all, although Shang Cui is gentle and indifferent, she is in poor health and is a delicate and sickly beauty.
One day, Li Shuangchi was half asleep when Shang Cui woke her up, saying in a serious tone, "Husband, wake up! I've traveled back in time!"
Li Shuangchi, startled awake: ??
Shang Cui solemnly declared that he had not only traveled back to the Republican era, but had also received guidance from a master and become a martial arts grandmaster, a veritable reincarnation of Ip Man!
Li Shuangchi: Oh no, he was just physically unwell before, he didn't have any mental problems!
Li Shuangchi thought he was joking. He thought to himself, since his darling was so proactive, wouldn't it be a waste not to do something about this beautiful night?
He stretched his neck and joked, "Baby, you're so amazing? Let me give it a try?"
However, the next second he was hit by a big shovel and rolled off the bed!
Li Shuangchi stared in disbelief, clutching his neck as he looked at his precious darling: Shang Cui looked at his hand with pity and said in a gentle tone what was nothing short of terrifying: "If it were your previous body, you would have broken your bones by now."
2.
Shang Cui, who debuted as a child star but gave up his acting career to return to a normal life, appeared on a variety show.
Other guests asked him, "Do you have any special talents?"
Shang Cui pondered for a long time: "Does boxing count?"
Haters mocked him relentlessly: "Practicing boxing? Is he some kind of online boxer?"
Then everyone found Shang Cui's name on the list of national martial arts elite athletes: Shang Cui later became a kung fu superstar.
Haters: 3 • Mini-drama • Third-person perspective;
I have an enemy. I thought he was just a businessman, but it turns out he came from a background of thugs and gangsters. I can't beat him at all.
But it's not a big problem. I heard that my enemy's lover is a minor celebrity. He looks delicate and frail, and seems easy to manipulate.
As for me, I've been a school bully since I was a child, a Sanda champion, and I've also been involved in some shady organizations. I could definitely beat ten of him.