How can you become a star without money?

Chapter 26 Besides cattle and horses
The more a place considers itself high-end, the better.

The more they bully the weak and fear the strong.

If Wang Yao's deliberate fault-finding behavior happened at a roadside stall, he would most likely be yelled at by the stall owner to get out.

However, even in seemingly upscale places like the Peninsula Hotel, one is often treated with kindness and courtesy.

If you act too cautiously and timidly in such a place, you might actually cause trouble for the hotel staff.

Wang Yao is here today to shoot product photos, which will naturally take a long time. In order to prevent interruptions, we need to give him a heads-up beforehand.

With the hotel manager's approval, Wang Yao had Nazha take off her coat and begin posing for photos against the backdrop of the Peninsula Hotel's luxurious restaurant.

The hotel's lighting is warm-toned, which would definitely not be suitable for a normal flat-panel photo.

However, Wang Yao didn't want to shoot normal display photos, but rather atmospheric internet-style photos, which are the Instagram style that became ubiquitous in later generations.

"Instagram style" is a photo style originating from the image-sharing app Instagram, characterized by heavy filters and a strong sense of atmosphere.

H&M itself is a brand originating from British fashion. Against the backdrop of this top-notch British-style decor, coupled with Gulnazar's bright and exotic face, even a casual snapshot can create a wonderful atmosphere.

High-end hotels, high-end desserts, and high-end beauties – three elements of understated luxury are all combined.

If you put these kinds of pictures on Taobao, not only discounted classic export clothing, but even pajamas, you can sell a set for 200 yuan more.

This utilizes the anchoring effect in psychology, where consumers compare themselves to reference points when they are unable to assess the value of a particular item.

Therefore, in marketing, it is important to set anchors, giving consumers a concrete reference point for value or price, and amplifying the sense of value or price being exceptional.

Although Nazha is not qualified as a professional model, she is very talented and experienced as a posed model. Wang Yao only pointed out a few "socialite poses", and she was able to grasp the essence quickly.

The first set of photos was quickly taken. Wang Yao asked Ni Ni to take Nazha to the car to change into the next outfit, and specifically instructed her to shoot the short skirt and shorts set first.

"Hello sir, are you a photographer?"

As Wang Yao was examining the discarded drafts of the original film with his DSLR camera, a sweet voice rang out behind him.

Wang Yao turned his head and saw a sweet-smiling girl with big, wavy hair, exquisite makeup, and a sweet smile.

"Yes, has it affected you?" Wang Yao asked, standing up.

Although he deliberately chose a secluded corner, the sound of the camera shutter and the occasional flash inevitably disturbed other guests.

"No, no, I just wanted to ask you to take some photos for us. I'm willing to pay." The girl held up her rhinestone-studded manicured nails. "My name is Emily."

"Wang Yao, if you don't mind, I can take a few pictures for you. It's no problem." Wang Yao shook hands.

His gaze swept over the Cartier necklace around the other person's neck and the Tiffany bracelet on their wrist before returning to his face.

Although the other person was of average appearance, their clothing, temperament, and attention to detail elevated the overall impression. More importantly, Wang Yao sensed a strong business opportunity in them.

Emily was delighted to hear this, expressed her gratitude, and then pulled over another of her best friends to take a picture.

After Wang Yao demonstrated a few moves, he received praise and compliments from two socialite girls, which was incredibly emotionally rewarding. He then added them on QQ and promised to send them the negatives later.

There wasn't much small talk, because Ni Ni and Nazha had already returned and were pointing and gesturing at him.

Ni Ni is outgoing, and Gulnazar is also a chatterbox, so the two became familiar with each other within a morning.

Ni Ni, the stylist, is quite skilled. After she re-styled Nazha's outfit, it was much more suitable for the hotel setting. In particular, the black stockings, with their fine polyester shimmering under the lights, added a touch of glamour.

"It's a pity I didn't bring high heels," Ni Ni said regretfully from the side.

"That's enough." Wang Yao kept snapping photos.

Instagram-style photos are all based on formulaic templates, so they're quick to shoot. Ten outfits were taken in less than two hours.

It was already 3 p.m., and more and more people were coming to the hotel for afternoon tea, and most of them were foreigners.

These foreigners, who have no sense of boundaries, don't mind being disturbed; on the contrary, they love to join in the fun, which even affects Wang Yao and his team's filming to some extent.

After hastily finishing the interior filming, Wang Yao approached manager Zhao Jiajia again and asked to see the rooms.

"Of course, no problem. I'll have someone pack up the rest of the refreshments and leave them at the front desk for you to take with you later." Zhao Jiajia led the way enthusiastically, introducing the history of the Peninsula Hotel along the way.

Wang Yao visited a special room called Palace, which was about 100 square meters, a one-bedroom suite with a separate dressing room and a powder room. It had a classic British vintage style and handmade carpets throughout the room. These were very advanced in 2010, and they are still not too outdated ten years later.

What's truly rare is that the special rooms have a 120-square-meter open-air balcony that faces the Huangpu River and the Oriental Pearl Tower. Several massage sofas are placed on the terrace, creating a beach resort atmosphere.

Four million a year is enough to make people feel what it means to be separated from loved ones forever.

Living here, you can really feel the barriers between people.

After Ni Ni and Gulnazar entered the room, they didn't dare touch anything except their eyes. They felt that if they accidentally stepped on the carpet, they would have to sell them to pay for it.

"Are there any other services included with an annual subscription?" Wang Yao asked after looking around. "Annual VIPs enjoy the hotel's pick-up and drop-off service, and if you book in advance, you can enjoy free stays in the same category at all Peninsula hotels worldwide. In other words, wherever there's a Peninsula, that's home for you," Zhao Jiajia said with a subtle smile.

"I understand now, can we take a picture?" Wang Yao nodded.

“Of course,” Zhao Jiajia replied with a smile.

Wang Yao found a prime spot between the terrace and the Oriental Pearl Tower, took two renderings of Nazha, and then took tourist photos of Nazha, her daughter, and Ni Ni.

Come anyway.

Finally, thanks to Zhao Jiajia's enthusiastic attitude, Wang Yao left the Peninsula Hotel, taking a set of fragrance souvenirs with him as he left.

"Manager, I don't think this pretty boy is anyone with any real ability. He just seems like someone showing off to girls," one of his subordinates couldn't help but complain.

"Shut up, don't talk about the guests behind their backs. If he comes again, remember to let me know immediately," Zhao Jiajia scolded.

He secretly wondered what Wang Yao did for a living.

"Mr. Yao, you're not really going to spend 400 million for a yearly subscription, are you? 400 million should be enough to buy a house, right?" Ni Ni couldn't help but ask in the car.

Naza also pricked up her ears curiously.

"If one day you need to spend 400 million to rent a house, it means you definitely feel that renting is more cost-effective than buying a house for the same price." Wang Yao smiled.
"Besides, where would I get that much money? Are you crazy?"

“If I had 400 million, I would definitely put it in the bank, live off the interest, and retire early,” Ni Ni said with a smile.

“When you’ve earned 4 million, you’ll want to earn 40 million. People’s desires can swell.” Wang Yao shook his head.

“Xiao Yao is right. The most important thing for people is to learn to be content,” Nazha’s mother said.

While at the hotel today, many well-dressed men tried to chat with Nazha, but she turned them all away. Although she gained some experience today, it also made her more anxious.

She was afraid that if she didn't keep an eye on her daughter, she would succumb to external temptations and go astray.

"Auntie is right." Wang Yao smiled. "Are you hungry? Let's go eat first?"

"I've already eaten so much, I'm not hungry at all, I'm even a little full." Naza chuckled.

She ate most of the desserts and even finished the black tea to avoid wasting any.

I am currently in a state of high excitement.

“Okay, let’s go shoot the outdoor scenes first.” Wang Yao nodded, drove to the outdoor location, and filmed until sunset.

Ni Ni rearranged and combined the ten outfits, and finally shot 15 outfits. After having dinner together that night, she took Nazha and her daughter home.

"How was it? Could you handle the workload today?" Wang Yao asked Ni Ni on the way home.

“This is nothing. If I can still make money, I’d work another six hours without a problem,” Ni Ni said with a light laugh.

“Okay, as long as you keep up this effort, you’ll definitely make money,” Wang Yao said with a light laugh.

"Don't worry, Mr. Yao, I'm not some delicate little girl." Ni Ni showed off her biceps.

Today I learned a lot and became more aware of the happiness of the wealthy, which strengthened my resolve to work hard and earn money.

"Okay, I'll take you to the company for onboarding tomorrow morning, and then we'll go to the market to select products in the afternoon. Get some rest." Wang Yao saw her off at the hotel entrance.

"Okay, Mr. Yao, you should get some rest too." Ni Ni skipped out of the car, looking full of energy.

Throughout the day they spent together, Wang Yao observed her closely.

At first, Wang Yao agreed to help her make money, just to build a good relationship, because he knew that Ni Ni would become the female lead in "The Flowers of War" in a few months and then smoothly enter the entertainment industry.

She will definitely not be able to return to a normal life by then, and the two may not have much interaction in the future. This is mainly because Wang Yao's assessment of her development is not good. Her acting range is narrow, and she is not as promising or valuable as Gulnazar.

However, after spending a day together, Wang Yao discovered that Ni Ni possessed a special resilience and seriousness, and was a typical ESTJ personality, born with a strong and capable nature.

When faced with problems, they don't shirk responsibility; instead, they attribute the problems to their own lack of ability and then work doubly hard. As long as they are given a clear goal and execution, they will receive unexpected surprises.

For example, she was supposed to shoot 10 outfits today, but she managed to put together 5 more, and all of them turned out great.

The strength of one's initiative is an important criterion for judging an outstanding employee.

Wang Yao planned to observe her for a while longer. If Ni Ni was really useful, then he would train her properly.

Good-looking and functional cattle and horses are a rare resource.

After all, the world is a big zoo, full of cows, horses, chickens, and ducks.

Wang Yao is kind-hearted and cannot bear to see good people take the wrong path.

(End of this chapter)