Chapter 106: Studies First
In He Weis eyes, Yun Xiangxiang was rushing in where angels feared to tread [1].
He knew that she was someone who could take some hits. It wouldnt hurt to have her experience more of the world and sometimes fail. It would help her grow.
Even though he cared deeply about Yun Xiangxiang and protected her, he had never spoiled her.
He would naturally stand in front of her and shield her from the darkness that she shouldnt face.
However, he would gladly let her take up this kind of challenge that would help her gain more experience and growth.
This was something good for her. Or else he wouldnt let her read this script.
Naturally, He Wei hoped that Yun Xiangxiang would create a miracle and add a new record to her acting career.
He Weis reputation was useful in many situations. On top of that, Yun Xiangxiangs appearance fit the description of peerless beauty perfectly. She was also scandal-free thus far.
The producer and director decided to have a meal with Yun Xiangxiang three days later after Cao Chi asked Wu Zhao.
You have three days to prepare, He Wei relayed the news to Yun Xiangxiang.
Thank you, Brother Wei. Ill work hard, Yun Xiangxiang smiled broadly. She then handed He Wei the sauces she brought with her. These are sauces that I asked Brother Yong to make. Use them as extra flavors during meals.
He Wei accepted the sauces. There were both vegetable and meat-based ones. He hadnt received such normal things from anyone in years, but he felt warm inside for some reason.
It meant that Yun Xiangxiang had him in her mind constantly, and wasnt just trying to ingratiate herself with him.
Ill have these, He Wei put the sauces aside and asked Yun Xiangxiang to have a seat. The company held a meeting just now. Someone suggested you develop yourself into a well rounded person.
Well rounded? Yun Xiangxiang suddenly recalled yesterdays concert. They want me to release an album?
He Wei nodded and handed an iPad to Yun XIangxiang, Yesterdays feedback is in here.
Yun Xiangxiang took the iPad. She hadnt scrolled the news today. Song Meng would text her about everything important. She might have missed that since she didnt login to WeChat or Weibo today.
She noticed that a lot of pages made a report on it when she scrolled down. Of course there were some who tried to be fussy, but these were the minority. Most of the reports were full of positive reviews and praise.
Since He Wei would let her see these just like that, then these news werent marketing gimmicks done by the company. They were genuine reports by the media themselves.
The most important part was that there was a lot of readership for every positive report. Their popularity was spectacular too.
Yun Xiangxiang logged in to Weibo. True enough, Song Meng sent a message and link to her. Xue Yus concert even got onto trending on Weibo.
The crowd was impressed by Yun Xiangxiangs singing quality. Lots of fans asked for her to release an album; including her fans.
Yun Xiangxiang put the iPad down after finishing the content carefully, Brother Wei, I dont think I want to lose something because Im gunning for another.
Continue, He Wei nodded expressionlessly.
I still need to study. What I should do most at my age is study.
She had to bow to reality in her past life. She didnt have the chips because she didnt have any qualifications or any other skills. She could only endure and walk the only path she could until the bitter end.
That meant she didnt have the right nor capital to choose. But it was different in this life.
Her request from life was never enjoyment derived from material wealth. She only needed enough money to eat, stay warm, and have a little left over.
So she wanted to stick to what she wanted to do.
She was only interested in acting. That was why she would act under the condition that she could keep up with her studies.
The quality of my singing and whether I like singing are two different things.
Yun Xiangxiang was adamant, Some people can only let their talents go to waste because of where they are; some choose to give it up because its not what they love, nor are their lives hard. I thank the heavens for blessing me with a great voice, but I dont really want to sing.
No matter how spectacular my talent is, I dont think I can do it well if I dont work on it because of a lack of passion. It might even hinder the work I like because Im doing work that I dont. Ill lose both in the end.
You thought it through? He Wei asked.
Yes, Yun Xiangxiang nodded earnestly.
He Weis lips curved into an approving smile, I have denied their suggestions during the meeting. Dont worry, no one can force you to do anything as long as Im here.
Thank you, Brother Wei. Ill do my best in acting. Ill let them understand clearly that your choice is the best! Yun Xiangxiang was touched.
Yun Xiangxiang was grateful that her agent was the domineering He Wei who would not allow anyone to tell him what to do.
The orders of He Wei, who was pivotal in Huan Yu Century Entertainment, were not to be defied.
Or else she would have to repeat the wrongs in her past life. To do the things that she loathed only for profit.
But she couldnt fault the company. They needed profit. Actors like them were the companys tools for making money, after all.
The most rational path for the company to take was to maximize the value they could extract out of those tools.
You dont have to pressure yourself too much. Youre still very young, He Wei was comforted and concerned for her at the same time when he thought about how she pressed her instep just for a performance as a special guest.
He had seen a myriad of people over his many years in this industry. Of course there were dedicated ones; but none were as persevering as Yun Xiangxiang.
A guests special performance was usually a few minutes worth of appearance. No matter how dedicated someone could be, they wouldnt go this far by themselves unless requested.
I wont stress myself too much, Pressure meant nothing to her. That thing would never appear in Yun Xiangxiangs book in this life.
What if Wu Zhao doesnt give in regarding the character of Madam Xi? He Wei was still worried.
He was worried that the blood and sweat Yun Xiangxiang poured would be for nothing. That might affect her mindset. She needed to brace herself prior to that.
If he doesnt concede, then I will give up, Yun Xiangxiang answered clearly.
She did like this character very much, and was willing to give the biggest effort and sincerity that she could muster for it.
But she didnt forget her current status, after all. She would take care of both her studies and career if she could.
However, if the both of them had any conflict, she must choose to put her studies first.
It would be regrettable to let Madam Xi slip past; but she still had other scripts.
But it would be an irrevocable regret in her life if she missed her studies. Especially Qingdao Universitys studies.
She couldnt break the promise she made to the school. More than that, she didnt want to see the disappointment in her parents eyes.
Im glad that you can think that way, He Wei nodded favorably. Im going to do my work if theres nothing else. Help yourself to anything you need.
Hey, Brother Wei, Yun Xiangxiang stopped He Wei who was standing up. I bumped into Sister Lan who was taking Lu Huanong and Bo Yan along with her. I think that Lu Huanong might be hostile to me.
She wasnt making anything up. That was real. He Wei was her agent. Of course she had to tell these to him in advance.