Huayu 2021: Isn’t he in the technology field?

Chapter 250 Wang Cherish's Trouble Will Never Let Him Down

While filming on the set of "Lighter" was in full swing, thousands of miles away in Xingcheng, Wang Churan was ushering in an important milestone in her career.

She has just officially signed a contract to become Ye Xin, the female lead in "The Bottom Line," a key legal drama jointly produced by the Supreme People's Court and Hunan Broadcasting System, and co-produced by Hunan Satellite TV and Mango TV.

The male leads are Jin Dong and Cheng Yi, both of whom are currently popular actors with guaranteed high viewership ratings.

This character is special. She may not seem as prestigious as the female lead in popular fantasy dramas, but she represents something extraordinary.

It is well known that idol drama actors have a limited career lifespan, but serious drama actors do not, so both male and female actors are flocking to try to switch careers.

As a serious drama reflecting the progress of the rule of law in China and showcasing the demeanor of grassroots judges, "The Bottom Line" boasts a top-notch production team and strong broadcasting platform support, including joint broadcasts on Hunan TV, Mango TV, and iQiyi.

Many talented actresses with both good looks and acting skills have been eyeing this opportunity, and the candidate strongly recommended by Hunan TV was actress Cai Wenjing.

However, in order to demonstrate a deeper level of cooperation and resource integration capabilities to Jiang Qing, Fosun Pictures, to which Wang Churan belongs, did not hesitate to use its connections among senior executives of the Fosun Group to intervene forcefully at a crucial moment and secure the role for Wang Churan.

This is an important signal that Fosun Group is sending to Jiang Qing: they have the strength, determination, and willingness to invest top-tier resources to pave the way for cooperation with Wuwen Technology.

Even though Wang Churan was just a fan he could talk to, they were still willing to invest resources. This shows Fosun's sincerity.

For Fosun, smart healthcare is undoubtedly the future trend, and Wuwen Technology is undoubtedly an important partner that can help them take the lead in this field.

Wang Churan was undoubtedly one of the opportunities.

Their investment might go down the drain. Jiang Qing doesn't care about him as a fan, but what if?
For Fosun, it was just a casual, albeit unintentional, move.

With the contract finalized, Hunan TV hosted a dinner to celebrate the smooth progress of the "bottom line" project.

In the early autumn evening in Changsha, the city lights begin to come on.

The grand ballroom of the St. John's Hotel, which was booked by Hunan TV, was dazzling with light. The crystal chandeliers reflected the light onto the elegant attire of the guests as they moved through the room, and the air was filled with the rich aroma of champagne and food.

The banquet hall was bustling with activity, and the atmosphere was lively.

The dinner brought together several investors from "Bottom Line," the creative team, and representatives from video platforms. The venue was bustling with people, and glasses clinked, vividly showcasing the glitz and glamour of the world of fame and fortune.

Wang Churan was undoubtedly the most eye-catching sight tonight.

She wore a pink, shimmering, beaded halter-neck dress that perfectly accentuated her tall, slender, and curvaceous figure.

Her long hair was carefully braided into a half-updo at the back of her head, with a few stray strands falling out to brush against her beautifully shaped neck and collarbone.

Unlike many female stars who try too hard to look young, this pink outfit gives her a cool and clean sense of brokenness. She looks like a piece of translucent white porcelain covered with a delicate and soft light. She looks sweet, soft and tender, yet you dare not touch her easily. Her unique temperament is eye-catching.

Her appearance instantly attracted everyone's attention, and whispers of amazement quickly spread through the crowd.

In the northwest corner of the banquet hall, Zhang Yang, the representative sent by Kiwi and the deputy director of the production management office, was casually swirling the champagne glass in his hand.

He was in his thirties, wearing a black suit, his hair was slicked back with gel, and his face was full of boredom, looking uninterested and finding the formal occasion too dull.

However, when he casually caught a glimpse of Wang Cherish's figure in his field of vision, his eyes lit up and he instantly perked up.

He made no attempt to conceal his gaze as he looked the pink-clad figure up and down, from her elegant neck to her smooth shoulders and the swaying hem of her skirt, his eyes filled with a predatory intensity.

"Tsk... This is the female lead?"

Zhang Yang tilted his head and pointed in Wang Cherish's direction with his wine glass, then casually asked someone next to him.

He knew Wang Churan, but this was the first time he had seen her in person. He was surprised to find that she was even more beautiful than she looked in the photos.

The man followed his gaze, immediately understood, and lowered his voice to explain.

"Director Zhang has a good eye. That's Wang Churan, a rising starlet that Fosun Pictures has been promoting for the past two years. She's quite promising, has good acting skills, and a good image and temperament. She's a good fit for this drama."

"People from Fosun?"

Zhang Yang raised an eyebrow, a hint of interest curving his lips.

It's not surprising that actresses promoted by Fosun Group, a powerful and influential company in China, could get this role.

Her background and striking beauty instantly ignited his desire to conquer her.

In his eyes, she was no longer an ordinary female celebrity, but a more challenging and collectible target.

These days, actresses of average looks no longer interest him, but this one in front of him is clearly different.

He put down his wine glass, straightened his tie, and his eyes gleamed with a determined light.

"interesting."

Without further hesitation, he walked straight through the crowd with his champagne glass in hand, heading directly towards Wang Churan, who was being greeted by several key members of the production team and investors.

"Miss Wang, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Zhang Yang stood in front of Wang Cheran with a friendly smile, interrupting her conversation with the director.

His gaze lingered on her face, carrying a sense of certainty and ease that came from years of experience in the world of fame and fortune.

"I am the representative of kiwifruit, Zhang Yang."

Wang Churan maintained a polite smile, reached out and gently shook his hand before quickly letting go.

"Director Zhang, it's a pleasure to meet you."

She had vaguely heard of the title of deputy director of the Kiwi Production Management Office.

More importantly, he is the nephew of Robin Li, the big boss behind iQiyi and Baidu's CEO.

This identity is an open secret in the industry, and it's also the source of his confidence in acting so ostentatiously.

Everyone knows that this second-generation executive is just here to gain experience and will eventually return to Baidu.

As Zhang Yang approached, the people who had been surrounding Wang Churan found excuses to disperse.

Wang Churan felt a slight alarm bell ringing in her heart, but she still maintained a polite smile on her face.

"Miss Wang looks absolutely stunning today."

Zhang Yang's gaze swept over Wang Cheran's entire body again without any attempt to hide it, his tone deliberately ambiguous.

"This dress suits Miss Wang very well. Pink is a color that doesn't suit everyone, only a beauty like you can bring out its charm."

He tried to close the distance, leaning forward slightly.

"Director Zhang, you flatter me."

Wang nodded slightly, his tone indifferent, his smile polite but revealing obvious aloofness.

She subtly stepped back half a step and exchanged a wary glance with her agent.

Zhang Yang didn't take her avoidance to heart, or rather, he was used to others' fear of his status.

Instead of backing down, he went even further, trying to dominate the conversation and use his power and background to attract her attention.

"Ms. Wang has excellent taste. Countless people in the industry are scrambling to get involved in the 'Bottom Line' project. Hunan TV and our Kiwi both attach great importance to it. In the future, we will definitely need to communicate and exchange ideas with Ms. Wang more often regarding platform promotion..."

He began to talk at length about iQiyi's future film and television plans and its promotional strategy for "the bottom line," subtly implying his influence and importance in the project, as if iQiyi's support would be the primary factor in whether the series would succeed.

Wang Churan's smile gradually froze, almost unable to hold on any longer.

Out of social etiquette and concern for his status as a second-generation rich kid, she barely maintained a semblance of composure, occasionally nodding perfunctorily, but her eyes were already wandering elsewhere, trying to find an opportunity to escape.

Having witnessed Jiang Qing's nonchalant demeanor when facing their Fosun CFO, Jiang Qing considered Zhang Yang's behavior no different from that of a clown.

Seeing this, her agent quickly chimed in, smiling and flattering her. "Director Zhang is young and promising, and he has a long-term vision for the project. We are sure we will have to rely on Kiwi and Director Zhang's support in the future."

But Zhang Yang's attention was clearly focused on Wang Cheran, and he didn't want to pay any attention to her at all.

He waved his hand, his eyes fixed intently on his prey, muttering to himself what he thought were humorous but were actually frivolous remarks.

"Miss Wang, what do you usually enjoy doing? Would you like to play golf sometime? I know there's a fantastic new private club that just opened in Xingcheng; it's very private and perfect for in-depth conversations..."

The implications in the words were quite blatant.

The atmosphere around them began to become subtle and awkward.

Some of the guests who were talking stopped and glanced at this corner, some openly and some secretly.

Anyone with eyes could see the impatience and disgust in Wang Churan's expression, as well as the anxiety of her agent, but due to Zhang Yang's prominent status, no one was willing to stand up and risk trouble in this situation.

Finally, when Zhang Yang tried to get closer again, his strong cologne scent almost engulfing Wang Churan, the anger and disgust she had been holding back reached its peak.

She abruptly turned to the side, creating a noticeable distance, her tone turning completely cold, carrying an undeniable aloofness.

"Director Zhang, excuse me, I need to use the restroom. Please excuse me."

After saying that, he turned around and was about to leave with his agent.

Zhang Yang's smile instantly froze!
He never expected that his humble gesture of goodwill would not only be met with ingratitude, but also with the audacity to turn his back on him so decisively in public. It was a double insult to his status and charm!

A surge of anger at being slighted suddenly rose to his head. His long-standing sense of superiority from being the center of attention made him unable to tolerate this offense.

How dare an actress like her?
Zhang Yang's face darkened, and he quickly took a step forward, forcefully blocking Wang Cheran's path, completely tearing away the veneer of gentlemanly pretense.

His voice wasn't loud, but it clearly pierced through the surrounding whispers, carrying an undisguised sense of threat.

"Miss Wang, are you in such a hurry to leave?"

He narrowed his eyes, his gaze locking onto Wang Churan's classically elegant oval face like a venomous snake.

"We're having a great conversation. Having just landed such a great project as 'Bottom Line,' isn't Ms. Wang... a little too eager? A little too carried away?"

Wang was forced to stop. She straightened her back and met his sinister gaze without flinching, her eyes as cold as frost.

Zhang Yang snorted, a malicious smile curving his lips, his words a blatant threat aimed at Wang Cheran and her pale-faced manager beside her.

"I would like to remind Ms. Wang that although your role has been confirmed, it is not impossible for unexpected situations to arise in the process. You should know that there are quite a few actresses waiting to fill in for you."

He leaned slightly closer, his gaze sweeping contemptuously over Wang Cherish. He deliberately lowered his voice, but it was enough for anyone nearby to hear clearly, every word carrying a strong threat.

"Besides, you know who I am, right? Miss Wang is a smart woman, and she should know better how to behave and be more pragmatic. For the sake of your future, it's not worth offending someone you shouldn't. Let's find a place to have a good talk now, and I can pretend that what just happened never happened."

These words, like a poisoned dagger, vividly reveal the arrogance of capital and power, the objectification of actresses, and the blatant coercion.

The core of the threat lies in Wang Churan's role, and Zhang Yang's prominent identity and background make this threat seem particularly heavy.

The surroundings instantly became so quiet you could hear a pin drop; the air seemed to freeze, and everyone unconsciously lowered their voices and held their breath, watching this unequal standoff.

Wang glanced at him sideways, then slowly straightened her back.

Contrary to Zhang Yang's expectations, she did not panic. Instead, she raised her chin, and her clear black and white eyes were surprisingly sharp at that moment.

As Jiang Qing's fan, how could she embarrass her idol?

"Mr. Robin Li is a respectable entrepreneur."

She spoke slowly and deliberately, her voice not loud, yet it clearly pierced through the background noise, carrying a strange calmness, and even a faint, almost imperceptible, cold smile on her lips.

"As for you, Deputy Director Zhang..."

She deliberately emphasized the word "deputy".

"You've probably forgotten, this is the signing dinner for 'The Bottom Line,' a drama about the dignity of the law and the bottom line of fairness and justice."

She paused, her gaze piercing Zhang Yang's face, slightly distorted by anger and surprise, speaking each word with crystal clarity.

"Are you teaching me how to cross this line? Or do you think Mr. Li is just a tool you use to threaten and humiliate others at will?"

Her words were like a cold whip, lashing Zhang Yang's face hard.

His face instantly turned from red to green, then from green to white, and his fingers gripping the wine glass trembled slightly from the force.

This spoiled rich kid, who used to rely on his status, obviously didn't expect that this seemingly docile actress would dare to talk back to him so forcefully.

"you you……"

Zhang Yang was so angry that his lips trembled, and he couldn't find the right words to refute him.

More gazes were cast from the surroundings, filled with surprise, amusement, and even a hint of hidden pleasure.

The main crew members also noticed the commotion, and the director, along with several core members of the crew including Jin Dong and Cheng Yi, looked hesitant.

He wanted to help, but hesitated because of his flamboyant identity.

"in addition."

Wang Churan's voice grew even colder, carrying an undisguised contempt.

"Let me give you a piece of advice, Deputy Director Zhang: not every role is worth an actor sacrificing their dignity for. Your rules don't apply to me!"

After she finished speaking, she stopped looking at Zhang Yang's fascinating face and turned slightly to look at her equally stunned agent.

"I'm going to the bathroom."

Her tone returned to its usual calm, as if she were not the one who had just spoken so sharply.

"Okay...okay, go ahead."

The agent snapped out of his daze and nodded hastily, watching Wang Cheran walk straight through the crowd toward the side door of the banquet hall.

Her pink skirt swayed gently with her steps, her back view still elegant, yet exuding a resolute determination.

Zhang Yang was left completely isolated, feeling the piercing gazes directed at him from all directions.

A tremendous sense of humiliation surged up like lava.

He has never been treated like this in his entire life.

Especially since he was publicly humiliated by an actress he considered a "plaything"!
"Stinky bitch!"

Zhang Yang cursed under his breath, feeling extremely ashamed, and walked to a corner.

He's determined to save face today!

Seeing that things seemed unlikely to end well, Wang Churan's agent hesitated for a moment, then walked to a corner, took out his phone, and dialed a number.

After three rings, the call was answered.

"explain."

A steady voice came through the receiver.

"Excuse me, Mr. Zhang, I'm sorry to bother you at this hour. There's been a slight issue in Xingcheng..."

(End of this chapter)