How can you ascend to heaven when you are a star?

Chapter 388 Coming at You
Zhang Wen followed the housekeeper into the villa and saw Old Mrs. Zhou in the living room.

After a month apart, the other person's complexion had improved significantly. Nourished by the life essence, their face had become noticeably rosy, their wrinkles had decreased, and even their slightly hunched back could straighten up, like a pine tree that had weathered many storms yet still stood proudly upright.

"Little Zhang is here, please have a seat." Grandma Zhou said cheerfully, her eyes crinkling into crescent moons with joy, even the wrinkles at the corners of her eyes were filled with delight, clearly very welcoming to the young man's arrival.

"Mr. Zhou, how have you been lately?" Zhang Wen sat down on the sofa next to the old lady and placed the plastic bag on the coffee table.

"Thanks to you, I've been in good health and have plenty of energy lately. I can walk around the yard a few times every day, and I even went hiking in Fragrant Hills a couple of days ago. My arms and legs feel much more flexible than before." Grandma Zhou stretched her arms and moved them a few times in front of Zhang Wenman.

"Yes, life is about movement. Going out more is good for your health, but you should also pay attention to safety," Zhang Wen advised after hearing this.

Elderly people have brittle bones, and if they bump or bruise them, it's hard to imagine how much "life-restoring essence" they would need to drink to recover.

"Okay, I'll keep that in mind," Grandma Zhou said with a smile. "By the way, I heard you recently created a girl group?"

Zhang Wen was slightly taken aback, wondering how the old lady knew? Could it be that Zhou Siyi told her?

wrong.

He had just mentioned this to Zhou Siyi, and after hearing it, Zhou Siyi immediately went to make a phone call to someone instead of coming into the house.

Could it be that this old lady developed super hearing from drinking the life essence?

Not right either.

Hongjie drank more than Grandma Zhou, but Hongjie never mentioned that her hearing had improved.

Perhaps she heard it from someone else; after all, given Old Madam Zhou's status, it would be easy for her to investigate someone's situation.

"Yes." Zhang Wen didn't hide anything and explained the situation of the group. "These five trainees are my students. They were treated unfairly when they participated in the show. I was so angry that I made them debut as a group to disgust the show's production team."

"Do you need me to stand up for you, old lady?" Old Mrs. Zhou asked.

“I can handle this little thing myself, how could I trouble you to step in?” Zhang Wen was startled.

If the old lady were to personally intervene, not only would a vice president be in serious trouble, but the entire Qiku Video would be doomed.

He doesn't want Qiku Video to go under so quickly; he plans to continue promoting himself through the show "Super Trainee."

The contrast with the Super Girl group makes the future girl group even more outstanding.

Grandma Zhou nodded and said kindly, "If you have any trouble in the future, just come to me. Although I've always stayed at home, I still have some connections."

Zhang Wen looked flattered and quickly said, "Thank you, Elder Zhou."

He knew about Old Madam Zhou's influence and the Zhou family's situation, so he wouldn't easily use this favor.

Human relationships fade over time.

Even if you have to use it, it's only when you encounter a problem that you can't solve.

Dealing with a production team is a piece of cake.

There's a saying, "Why use a sledgehammer to crack a nut?"

"Don't be so polite, we're not strangers, why are you being so formal with an old lady like me?" Grandma Zhou waved her hand, then asked, "Since you can create stars and promote people, why do you stay with Tianxi Media and not start your own entertainment company?"

"Mr. Zhou, to be honest, I really do have this plan. However, I'm still a newcomer in this industry, and there are many things I don't understand. I need to learn and grow little by little. It's not too late to start a company after I've accumulated enough experience. Sharpening your axe won't delay your work," Zhang Wen said, expressing his thoughts.

"Hmm, not in a hurry, steady and methodical, not bad, not bad." Grandma Zhou said with a face full of praise, "When you start your company in the future, remember to let me know, and I will help you solve any problems you may have."

"Thank you, Mr. Zhou. I'll definitely let you know when the time comes," Zhang Wen said with a smile, but suddenly felt like something was missing today.

Oh right, it's Zhou Shuyao.

In the past, when he came here, Miss Zhou would definitely rush downstairs immediately, but today so much time has passed and he hasn't seen Miss Zhou at all.

Could it be that they've already taken a break?

"How has Shuyao been lately?" Zhang Wen asked curiously.

"Yes, Shuyao is doing well and has already returned to school." Grandma Zhou smiled kindly as she mentioned her granddaughter.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Wen remembered that Zhou Shuyao had been out of school for two years due to post-traumatic stress disorder. Although her speech had not fully recovered, she was already able to have basic conversations with people.

Moreover, contact with more people is also beneficial to the recovery of the condition. The words I can say now were basically recovered while on the film set.

"It's good that you're alright." Zhang Wen said, standing up and looking at Grandma Zhou, "Grandma Zhou, it's getting late, so I won't disturb your rest any longer."

"Hmm." Old Mrs. Zhou didn't try to stop them, and looked at the housekeeper, indicating that she should see them off.

Zhang Wen followed the butler out of the villa and saw Zhou Siyi outside the door.

The other party waited for an unknown amount of time, but they had a smile on their face, so it must have gone smoothly.

“With Sister Siyi on the case, there’s absolutely nothing she can’t handle. So, tell me, what good news do you have? My heart can take it,” Zhang Wen said, placing his hand on his chest.

“I first contacted a friend at a Beijing TV station, and she said there were two music programs that the Future Girls group could record, which would add up to three or four episodes,” Zhou Siyi said.

Zhang Wen unconsciously swallowed.

Two music variety shows?

This is absolutely top-tier resource for a rookie group that has only been around for a week.

Zhou Siyi continued, "Then I contacted a friend at Hunan TV, who said there was a variety show that would be perfect for your group. It airs on Saturday night, and if you want to participate, you'll need to go to the recording tomorrow."

Zhang Wen's eyes lit up; he had already guessed which variety show Zhou Siyi was referring to.

The show invites celebrities to interact with the host each episode, and it has very high viewership ratings and is very popular among young people.

“China TV doesn’t currently have a suitable variety show for this group, but my friend said we could invite them to participate in the New Year’s Eve gala…” Zhou Siyi added.

Zhang Wen stared wide-eyed in disbelief.

China TV's New Year's Eve Gala?

That's a stage that countless singers dream of.

Moreover, being recognized by China Television is definitely a plus for an artist's career, equivalent to obtaining a highly valuable passport.

It will greatly enhance the artist's career development and personal image.

To be able to obtain such resources, the Zhou family truly lives up to its reputation.

"Siyi, your friends are really awesome," Zhang Wen exclaimed sincerely.

Of course, the most impressive one is Zhou Siyi. Even a friend wouldn't get such important resources. "Impressive? Just average," Zhou Siyi said casually.

To her, the people she had just contacted were just ordinary friends, some of whom she had only met a few times.

"Compared to you, Sister Siyi, they definitely can't compare." Zhang Wen gave a small compliment, then said gratefully, "Thank you, Sister Siyi."

"It's nothing, just a small favor. I'll give you their contact information later, and you can contact them directly," Zhou Siyi said casually.

"Well, please."

Zhang Wen exchanged pleasantries with Zhou Siyi, and then drove away from the Zhou family manor.

Not long after the car started driving, Zhou Siyi sent a message on WeChat with the contact numbers of several of her friends.

Zhang Wen parked his car on the side of the road, wrote down the phone numbers of the three people, and thinking that Zhou Siyi had just called, these people should not have rested yet, so he called them one by one.

You won't know until you try, and what you find will shock you.

Zhou Siyi's friend at Beijing TV is the deputy editor-in-chief in charge of satellite TV, her friend at Hunan TV is a director at Hunan Satellite TV, and her friend at Huaxia TV is the director of the general channel.

Fortunately, he was someone who had seen gods; otherwise, upon hearing the titles of these people, he would have been terrified and wet himself on the spot.

Since Zhou Siyi had already discussed it with them, the conversation went smoothly, and they quickly finalized the program they would be participating in and the recording time.

He accepted all the resources Zhou Siyi mentioned, whether they were for upcoming broadcasts or those scheduled for the end of the year.

Resources, of course, are always better the more they are.

Especially the resources from China TV, since the New Year's Eve gala is broadcast on the last day of the year, will definitely have a huge impact on the future album release of the girl group.

Zhang Wen stepped on the gas and got back on the road, humming a song all the way, feeling great.

I thought it would be great to get a variety show on a satellite TV channel, but I didn't expect to get variety show opportunities from Beijing TV and Hunan TV, plus an excellent opportunity to participate in the New Year's Eve Gala on China TV. This trip to the Zhou family was definitely worthwhile.

This is why he has always insisted on personally delivering the life essence.

He could have easily sent someone to deliver it, or had these wealthy women and men send someone to pick it up, but he felt that to maintain good relationships, it was more appropriate to deliver it personally.

If there's an extra person in the middle, what's the difference between this and online shopping?
In a simple buyer-seller relationship, you can't ask for help.

An hour later, the car finally arrived at Bai Lu's home.

The lights were still on in the villa. Although it was already 11 p.m., Bai Lu and Gao Yue were still awake.

Since drinking the Life Essence, the two women no longer need as much sleep; five or six hours a day is enough to keep them energetic all day long.

Of course, it's impossible for someone like Zhang Wen to go for days without sleeping.

"What's making you so happy?" Bai Lu asked with a grin.

"Is he out flirting with other women again?" Gao Yue squinted her eyes with suspicion. After saying that, she walked over and sniffed the man all over. Anyone who didn't know better would think she was possessed by a police dog.

"What a joke! With the two of you here, how could I possibly be interested in anyone else?" Zhang Wen said after hearing this.

Bai Lu was very happy and was about to step forward to give him a hug, but Gao Yue stopped him.

"Why do you smell like a woman's perfume?" Gao Yue asked, frowning.

“You know perfectly well that most of my clients are women. Isn’t it normal for them to smell of perfume? It would be abnormal if they didn’t,” Zhang Wen said.

Gao Yue thought about it and felt that what Bai Lu said made sense, so she didn't delve into it further. She then continued Bai Lu's previous question, "Tell me, what's making you so happy?"

"The resources for the future girl group are all sorted out." Zhang Wen said as he reached out, putting his arms around Gao Yue on the left and Bai Lu on the right, before walking towards the living room.

"What resources?" Gao Yue asked curiously.

Neither she nor Bai Lu broke free from the man's arms; they were both used to it.

Zhang Wen sat down with the two women, gesturing with his fingers as he said, "Two endorsements, one magazine cover, any variety show you can choose from on Youdou Video, two music variety shows on Beijing TV, one variety show on Hunan TV, and a New Year's Eve gala on China TV."

Zhang Wen recounted his gains from the evening in one breath, not even including the resources from Shanxi TV.

The resources are too poor; we might as well not have them.

"real or fake?"

"Are you joking?"

Gao Yue and Bai Lu both showed shocked expressions, their faces full of disbelief.

These are all top-tier resources. Even established stars would be envious if they heard about them, let alone a newly debuted group.

Bai Lu was very envious.

Endorsements are a key measure of a celebrity's commercial value, while magazine covers can not only increase brand awareness but also shape an image and expand influence.

Not to mention variety shows, which can quickly increase an artist's exposure. As for the New Year's Eve Gala on China TV, which star wouldn't want to be on it?

As long as you appear on the New Year's Eve stage of China Television, your career will be secure for the coming year.

“Of course it’s true, why would I lie to you?” Zhang Wen said.

"Then why did you trick me into finding resources for the future girl group?" Gao Yue asked.

Even she would have to put in some effort to get so many top-tier resources, but this man got it all done in one trip. He's practically a chosen star agent.

"Sigh, I didn't know I had such a strong network of connections. Resources just come flooding in whenever I open my mouth." Zhang Wen sighed after saying this, switching into Versailles mode.

Gao Yue rolled her eyes and said, "You're getting all worked up just because I called you fat. And you're practically lunging at me. How come you didn't get crushed?"

Bai Lu leaned on the man's shoulder, playing with his fingers as she said, "You seem to care more about Zhao Tong and the other students than about me, your girlfriend. Do you have feelings for them?"

"Of course there is." Zhang Wen admitted directly, saying in a serious tone, "If I don't give them resources, how will they pay me back? How will they make money for me? I'm even planning to rely on them to build a building."

Entertainment companies need office buildings, right?
The money the girl group earns in the future will be the bricks used to build the building. Otherwise, why would he make the decision for the group and renegotiate the contract with the company?

"What building are you going to build?" Gao Yue asked.

"You will know later."

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(End of this chapter)