Eunuch, do you really know these martial arts?

The group chat was instantly flooded with excited and touching emojis.

Wei Zheng didn't say much in the group chat, but instead called Jiang Nian directly, his voice choked with emotion.

"Teacher Jiang, thank you, thank you so much... Without you, none of this would be possible."

I've said thank you so many times, but for them...

No matter how much they feel for Jiang Nian, it doesn't matter, because it was Jiang Nian who discovered them and made them who they are today.

So everyone was very happy.

Moreover, after its premiere, Love Apartment became a huge hit.

The number of online views has accumulated at an astonishing rate, and the trending topics on major social media platforms are almost entirely dominated by topics related to the drama.

Terms like "Zeng Xiaoxian's quotes," "Hu Yifei's domineering style," and "Lu Ziqiao's failed attempt to woo a girl" have repeatedly topped the charts.

A single line spoken by the lead actors can quickly become a popular internet meme.

Jiang Nian naturally saw these trending search terms as well, and upon seeing these familiar terms, the corners of his mouth turned up once again.

Because he remembered seeing these terms in his previous life.

However, at that time, the actors in Love Apartment were all newcomers and almost no one paid attention to them.

So when the news first appeared on Toutiao, people were just surprised; it didn't generate the same level of buzz as it does now.

But things are different now; people online have been eagerly anticipating their arrival for a long time.

Seeing such a perfect finished product now, it's impossible not to be tempted.

The hype exploded!

Wei Zheng's cell phone became a hotline, ringing from morning till night.

In the past, he had to beg the platform and the investors.

Now the positions are completely reversed!
TV program acquisition directors, video platform content managers, advertisers, variety show directors...

All sorts of people came knocking with enthusiastic smiles and generous cooperation terms!
His office, which was originally cluttered and somewhat messy, has now been tidied up to accommodate the constant stream of visitors.

"Director Wei, congratulations! Your drama has made history!"

Director Zhang from Xingcheng TV came to visit in person, shaking Wei Zheng's hand vigorously.

"You guys are definitely going to be the ratings champions in the third quarter! The station is already discussing throwing you a celebration banquet!"

Although their show has only been airing for a short time, it has already broken records.

And needless to say, it's already predictable that they will be the champions for the entire quarter; no one will be able to surpass them.

So Director Zhang was very excited and immediately contacted Wei Zheng, even thinking of borrowing them to shoot more commercials.

Who would have thought that the entire Love Apartment was originally just an advertisement?

Now, it not only brings huge profits to these advertisements, but it has also become a huge hit!

"Director Wei, do you have any plans for your next film? Our platform is willing to lock you in early; funding and resources are all negotiable!"

The vice president of Guangmang Video looked eager, as if he had seen a new goldmine of traffic.

He even regrets not collaborating with Love Apartment when it first started airing.

After all, it is known that no one was optimistic about Love Apartment at the beginning, and even funding was a problem.

If I had invested back then, I wonder how much more I could have earned by now!

It must have been a huge profit, but it's a real shame that I was influenced by external factors at that time.

I've been hesitant to invest.

Blood loss!
Despite the praise and invitations, Wei Zheng smiled, but he remained on edge.

Having experienced setbacks, he knows that success is hard-won and is even more afraid of being blinded by the current prosperity.

Whenever an important decision is made, he still habitually sends Jiang Nian a message, even if it's just a simple "Teacher Jiang, what do you think?".

It's as if only in this way can one feel at ease.

However, Jiang Nian did not feel annoyed, after all, he knew that Wei Zheng was genuinely unsure, which was why he kept coming to ask him.

If it's something he's good at, like scriptwriting, he's almost always handled it himself.

Therefore, I will still help Wei Zheng with things that I can handle myself.

These words acted as a stabilizing force, keeping Wei Zheng clear-headed in the face of numerous temptations.

He turned down many business collaborations and variety show guest invitations that were purely for quick money, and focused the team's core energy on the follow-up promotion and reputation maintenance of "iPartment".

The lives of the main actors have undergone earth-shattering changes.

Amidst the flowers and applause, Jiang Nian gradually retreated to the background.

After the launch ceremony, he declined almost all subsequent promotional activities and media interview invitations.

His life seems to have returned to regular cultivation and remote monitoring of his own business and Yang Mi's studio.

He occasionally visits the original filming location of "iPartment," which is now vacant and preparing to welcome a new film crew.

Yang Mi looked at Jiang Nian and said, half-teasingly and half-seriously, "You're practically the epitome of a Midas touch now. Countless projects want to ride your coattails. Are you really planning to stay in seclusion forever?"

Jiang Nian's initial rise to fame was due to his acting skills, but now it's due to his ability to discover talent.

It's amazing that they were able to unearth such a phenomenal TV series as "iPartment".

His insight has surprised many people on the internet, and some even want him to personally help them assess the company's potential.
However, Jiang Nian avoided all of these requests.
Jiang Nian slowly and methodically cut his steak, saying calmly, "The excitement is theirs. Finding the right project and meeting the right people is more important than chasing trends."

Yang Mi nodded thoughtfully, knowing that Jiang Nian had his own rhythm and principles.

The fourth day since the official premiere of Love Apartment.

Currently, ten episodes of "iPartment" have been aired, and the internet is full of discussions about them.

Wei Zheng's phone rang again.

"Teacher Jiang! It's exploded! It's completely exploded!"

"Guangmang Video has broken its record for single-episode viewership! The station's ratings statistics are also out, and it's firmly in first place in its time slot, with a commanding lead! We...we really succeeded!"

"Teacher Jiang, thank you! Thank you so much!"

Even through the phone, you could hear the excited cheers and screams of Hu Yifei, Zeng Xiaoxian, and others behind him.

It seems that this record-breaking achievement has indeed brought them quite a few surprises.

Although it had already broken records for the highest number of views per episode and market popularity, that was because of the support from Jiang Nian and Yang Mi.

And now, the TV series has become a huge hit again. This proves that their acting skills and the script have been recognized by the audience!
However, happy events are often accompanied by tragedy, especially after they gain extremely high traffic.

What followed was the various tricks and crises of the entertainment industry.
A few days later, Jiang Nian unexpectedly received a call from Tang Youyou.

Her voice wasn't as cheerful as usual; instead, it carried a hint of hesitation and sadness.

"Teacher Jiang, are you available now? I have something to say, but I don't know who to talk to..."

"Convenient, you say."

Jiang Nian walked into the quiet living room and sat down.

He was somewhat curious as to how Tang Youyou had suddenly found him.

“I’ve had a lot of events and interviews lately,” Tang Youyou said softly. “At first I was very happy, feeling recognized. But recently there have been some comments saying that my acting is formulaic.” Her voice choked slightly.

Unlike before, when she was a newcomer, she would be praised every time she acted well.

When she stepped onto the stage, she became the darling of the spotlight.

Every flaw of hers will be magnified.

Tang Youyou is currently in this stage; she is beginning to realize the shortcomings in her acting skills, and these shortcomings have been pointed out by others.
Jiang Nian listened quietly without interrupting.

He knew that this was a kind of growing pain and questioning that almost every actor who quickly rose to fame would face.

"long."

Once she had calmed down a bit, Jiang Nian slowly spoke, "Do you remember when you first started out as an extra? Back then, you longed for a role that the audience would remember."

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, then Tang Youyou replied with a nasal tone, "I remember."

"Now, you've done it. Not only are you remembered, but you're also loved by many people."

Jiang Nian said calmly, "Controversy and attention are the price of fame."

"What matters is how you perceive yourself. Others' opinions, whether praise or criticism, are just for reference."

Are you satisfied with your portrayal of 'Tang Youyou'? Did you put sincerity into your performance?

Tang Youyou thought for a moment, then her tone became more firm: "I did my best, I really like this role."

"That's enough."

"I understand, Teacher Jiang."

Tang Youyou's voice became clear again, "Thank you! I know what to do! I will work harder and let my work speak for itself!"

After hanging up the phone, Jiang Nian let out a soft sigh.

The popularity of "iPartment" continues to grow, bringing about more chain reactions.

The soundtrack album sold very well, and the clothing and accessories worn in the show became best-selling items on Taobao. Even the filming locations have become new popular spots for internet celebrities to take photos.

Wei Zheng did not rush to start a new project, but followed Jiang Nian's previous advice.

He led the core team to systematically summarize the successes and shortcomings of the first season.

The value of this drama lies in its long-lasting reputation and vitality, rather than its fleeting popularity.

That evening, Wei Zheng organized a small celebration banquet.

No media or outsiders were invited; only the director, the seven main actors, and Jiang Nian were present.

The location was the "Love Apartment" bar where they once worked together, but which is now completely different.

A private club room set up in imitation of the one in the drama.

When they reunited, everyone's feelings were completely different from when they were filming.

The anxiety about the future and the financial pressure have lessened, replaced by the relief and joy of success.

"Come on! The first drink!"

Wei Zheng raised his glass, his eyes slightly red, and his voice was filled with emotion, "A toast to all of us! A toast to the days and nights we fought together! A toast to 'iPartment'!"

"A toast to 'iPartment'!"

Everyone responded in unison, the clinking of glasses creating a cheerful atmosphere.

Zeng Xiaoxian downed the beer in his glass in one gulp, wiped his mouth, and started acting silly again.

"Hey, what did I tell you? I knew we'd be a hit! Look at my popularity now, I have to wear sunglasses when I go out!"

Hu Yifei retorted without hesitation: "Come on, you were photographed eating skewers on the street yesterday, your image is completely ruined!"

"That's called being approachable! Don't you understand?!"

Zeng Xiaoxian retorted, which drew laughter from everyone.

Lu Ziqiao put his arm around Chen Meijia's shoulder and said smugly, "See that? That's real power! Follow me, Lu Xiaobu, and you'll live the high life!"

Chen Meijia pushed him away in disgust.

"Don't give me that! I was the one who carried you!"

Looking at her friends laughing and playing in front of her, Tang Youyou recalled what Jiang Nian had said to her, and felt a warmth and determination in her heart.

She raised her glass, walked up to Jiang Nian, and said solemnly, "Teacher Jiang, I toast you. Thank you for your guidance and encouragement all this time."

Jiang Nian picked up his wine glass and gently clinked it against hers.

Wei Zheng also came over, deeply moved: "Teacher Jiang, no matter what I say, thank you! Without you, there would be no 'iPartment' today."

Jiang Nian looked at the group of young people whose lives had been turned upside down because of a play, and felt comforted by the hope for the future and the sincerity that remained in their eyes.

The celebration banquet continued into the night in a warm and lively atmosphere.

Everyone reminisced about the fun and embarrassing moments during filming, and talked about their plans for the future, as if they had endless things to say.

If it weren't for this TV series, everyone wouldn't have gathered together.

Although they were both students at the drama academy, they often didn't know each other.

But it was precisely because of filming this drama that everyone became friends.

Moreover, as Wei Zheng and Jiang Nian said, they will be filming more seasons of the TV series.

Jiang Nian sat in the corner, watching the group of energetic young people with a faint smile on his face.

As night deepened, the gathering came to an end.

Jiang Nian stood at the entrance of the club, the evening breeze brushing against her face, carrying the slight coolness of early summer.

The city's neon lights still twinkle, witnessing yet another story of dreams becoming reality.

His phone vibrated; it was an encrypted message from Bai Yongxu.

The content is related to the organization.

Jiang Nian glanced at it, then calmly put her phone away.

Just as he had predicted, the organization was ultimately composed of people who couldn't settle down.

Although they had kept quiet for a period of time to avoid being attacked by Bai Yongxu and his men.

But after such a long period of silence, they finally resurfaced and began to inquire about information related to Zero.

Zero is currently a top secret in the laboratory, and no matter what happens, it must not fall into the hands of the organization.

"Understood. I have broken through to the Grandmaster level. I will return to the laboratory immediately."

Jiang Nian responded, hung up the phone, and walked back towards an alley on the side of the street.

There, a vehicle arranged by the laboratory had been prepared in advance, and he got into the car and returned to the laboratory.

Since breaking through to the Grandmaster realm, some time has passed, and now his strength has completely stabilized.

They even reached an even more terrifying level of strength.

We now possess the capability to fight the organization and its advanced technology. (End of Chapter)