Shang Hua Film and Television Company.
You Rong followed Gu Wensheng into an office. Gu Wensheng directly placed a contract in front of You Rong.
"Take a look. Regarding the debt and liquidated damages you owe to Aurora Entertainment, the company has temporarily paid them off for you. This amount will be gradually deducted from your film remuneration in the future. As for other aspects... they are all written in the contract. If you have any opinions after reading it, you can raise them, and we can discuss them in detail."
You Rong took the contract and flipped through it roughly, his heart filled with shock.
Was he mistaken?
This contract was nothing but beneficial to him, but Shang Hua had no reason to do such things for him. Was there some other reason?
Seeing You Rong's furrowed brow, Gu Wensheng asked, "What's wrong? Is there anything you're not satisfied with? It's alright... just bring it up, and we can discuss it further."
You Rong looked up at Gu Wensheng, shook his head, and said in a deep voice, "No, the contract has no problems. For me, it's a windfall. I want to ask why Shang Hua and you decided to sign me?"
Gu Wensheng pushed up his gold-rimmed glasses and smiled, but his thoughts were unreadable, "It's very simple. We believe you have the strength. Two years ago, you became a top celebrity in the entertainment industry with the drama 'Explosion'. We hope you can return to your peak and bring us immense profits."
Under You Rong's suspicious gaze, Gu Wensheng's expression remained unchanged. He spread his hands confidently and said, "Of course, believing you have the strength is one part. We also believe that our company is capable of helping you return to your peak. So... we've decided to take a gamble. Even if we lose this gamble, the loss to us won't be too significant. If we win, we'll be big winners."
You Rong remained silent, looking at Gu Wensheng, lost in thought.
Gu Wensheng didn't rush, waiting with a smile for You Rong's response.
You Rong struggled internally. Gu Wensheng's words clearly indicated that after signing, he would have to obey the dictates of capital. However, if he didn't sign, he wouldn't be able to get good roles on his own.
After much hesitation, You Rong made up his mind: "Alright! I'll sign!"
You Rong picked up a pen and signed his name with flourish, handing the contract back to Gu Wensheng. Gu Wensheng smiled with satisfaction and said, "Very good. Then please take care of me in the future. Starting today, the company will arrange various announcements for you. Oh, right... there's a historical romance drama. It happens to be our in-house production, with a strong cast and excellent production team, a very good project. I've decided to cast you as the male lead. Please sign this contract as well. I'll have someone give you the script later. Study it well, and we'll start filming in a few days."
You Rong was astonished. He had just signed, and they were already arranging for him to play the lead. Wasn't Shang Hua afraid of taking risks?
Precisely because he was surprised, You Rong signed the contract as Gu Wensheng instructed without looking too closely. He didn't notice that the female lead listed was Lin Qinghe, whom he knew.
Gu Wensheng put away the contract with satisfaction, suddenly remembered something, and pressed the house phone, "Let Xiao Hu come in."
In less than a minute, a slightly overweight young man in his early twenties walked in, smiling and asking, "Brother Gu, you called me?"
Gu Wensheng nodded, turned to You Rong, and then pointed to the approaching young man, "This is the assistant the company has assigned to you, Hu Xiaobei. You can just call him Xiao Hu."
Hu Xiaobei must have heard that he was going to be You Rong's assistant, as he wasn't surprised at all and immediately smiled, "Brother, please guide me a lot in the future."
You Rong nodded, "Hello, thank you for your trouble from now on."
"Haha... no, no, it's my honor to be Brother's assistant. If I do anything poorly, please point it out to me, and I'll definitely work hard to improve!" Hu Xiaobei said with ać¨ć¨ smile, scratching his head.
From their brief conversation, it was clear that Hu Xiaobei was honest and straightforward, not like a cunning person.
After a few pleasantries, Gu Wensheng interrupted their conversation. "Alright! That's all for today. You Rong, you should go back and prepare for moving. The place you're currently living in has poor privacy and is not suitable for an artist. The company has arranged another place for you. After you move, rest for a few days, and then you'll be arranged to join the crew for filming."
"Okay, I understand."
After leaving Shang Hua Company, Hu Xiaobei drove You Rong back to his residence.
Back in his single rented room, You Rong sat on his bed, looking at the money Gu Wensheng had transferred to him on WeChat, his thoughts churning.
He had thought he would be stuck in the mire forever, but suddenly he had climbed ashore. It all felt so unreal.
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Meanwhile, at Xinchao Entertainment.
Lin Qinghe came out of Yang Tianlin's office. Yuan Xiaoai hurried over, asking worriedly, "Qinghe, how was it? Brother Yang asked you to audition, and you didn't go. Did you guys have a fight?"
Lin Qinghe took off her sunglasses and raised an eyebrow slightly, "Do I look like I had a fight with Brother Yang? Don't worry, I bragged to Brother Yang... no, I seriously discussed my future career plans with him. Brother Yang couldn't agree more and immediately agreed to let me play the female lead in 'Ask the Heavens'."
"Uh..."
Yuan Xiaoai dared not say that looking at Lin Qinghe, the possibility of Lin Qinghe bluffing and tricking Yang Tianlin seemed more credible, at least much more credible than Lin Qinghe talking about her future career plans.
Lin Qinghe saw through Yuan Xiaoai's thoughts and was about to say something when her phone rang. She glanced down and saw that it was Zhang Shang Hua calling. Knowing that it was likely related to You Rong, she put aside other concerns and answered the phone.
After Lin Qinghe finished her call with Zhang Shang Hua, her mood visibly brightened. Humming a tune, she flicked Yuan Xiaoai's forehead, "Stop daydreaming. Let's go back and prepare. We have to start filming 'Ask the Heavens' in a few days."
Earlier, Zhang Shang Hua had called to tell her that You Rong had agreed to play the male lead in 'Ask the Heavens' and had already signed the contract.
"Oh? Okay! Qinghe, I got it. Then I'll drive you back to your place first."
"Mm."
Yuan Xiaoai followed behind Lin Qinghe, muttering to herself.
She had never seen Qinghe so happy before when joining a crew to film a TV series. Could it be because the male lead of 'Ask the Heavens' was You Rong?
Fortunately, Lin Qinghe didn't know what Yuan Xiaoai was thinking, or she would have certainly answered yes.
Thinking of You Rong's cold, departing back two days ago, she couldn't wait to see how You Rong would react when they "coincidentally" met again.
Tsk tsk tsk... his expression would be priceless, right?