I changed the world.

Royal Garden Hotel is one of the most renowned top-tier hotels in Songjiang City, located on the banks of the Cangjiang River in the heart of the financial district. Because it owns shares in Imperial Royal Group, it was permitted to use the character "御" (Royal) in its name. This also lends it an inherent air of prestige, making it the preferred choice for many social elites and wealthy businessmen visiting Songjiang.

Just after 22 p.m., a gray and white taxi pulled up outside the hotel. The back door opened, and a curvaceous woman in sunglasses stepped out of the car, carrying a handbag, and walked briskly toward the hotel entrance.

The woman had an oval face, and her lips, visible beneath her sunglasses, were slightly full. Even without seeing her eyes, her beauty was evident.

A doorman standing at the entrance bowed slightly and opened the door for her. The woman nodded slightly to the doorman, then looked around before walking towards the elevator...

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Wei Hanxin stood in the elevator, her mind filled with questions, wondering what Sister Miao was up to. It was so late, and she suddenly called her over in such a mysterious way, saying there was a good opportunity...

However, whether it's to revive her long-stagnant acting career or to salvage her wallet emptied by paying off her father's debts, she desperately needs an opportunity. But in the coldly realistic entertainment industry, securing an opportunity without paying a price is incredibly difficult…

We can only hope that Sister Miao has really found a good opportunity this time. After all, she's been our agent for many years, so she wouldn't do anything to harm us.

Thinking about it, maybe I was just overthinking it.

Ever since experiencing a brief and terrible relationship, I've clumsily learned how to protect myself in the entertainment industry, a place rife with temptations...

Sigh... These past few years have really been tough.

For some reason, Wei Hanxin thought of her gambling-addicted father who had just died from drunk driving, and the way he kept hoping she would "sell" him into a wealthy family. She felt a strange sense of relief...

Upon reaching the 12th floor, Wei Hanxin removed her sunglasses and put them in her handbag. Walking down the corridor in her high heels, she found herself in an expensive suite with luxurious furnishings and thick pure wool carpets on the floor, which made her subconsciously feel a little uneasy.

1203, this should be it... Wei Hanxin glanced at the door number. The door was half-open and unlocked. Wei Hanxin tentatively knocked on the door, and a female voice came from inside: "Come in."

Chapter 129 The Road to Glory

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Wei Hanxin felt relieved and went inside. The room was furnished in a Western palace style, extremely luxurious, with relief pillars adorning the walls. After passing through the entrance hall, Wei Hanxin saw a huge living room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Cangjiang River. The floor was covered with a thick carpet with Seljuk Empire-style patterns. In the center of the living room were several brown leather sofas, facing a huge screen television on the wall.

Sitting on the sofa was a smiling middle-aged man, who appeared to be overweight and bald, wearing a bathrobe and watching television. Beside him sat a woman who looked to be around 30 years old, with her hair in a bun and wearing an otter fur shawl; she was her agent, Sister Miao.

Upon seeing Wei Hanxin enter, Sister Miao quickly stood up with a smile: "Hanxin's here! You must be familiar with the famous Director Zhu, right? Director Zhu, our Hanxin has always been a big fan of Director Zhu. We hope Director Zhu will take good care of us in the future!"

"Director Zhu, hello! I really like your work, and it's a pleasure to meet you!" Wei Hanxin hurriedly stepped forward and bowed respectfully in greeting. As someone who works in the entertainment industry every day, Wei Hanxin naturally couldn't possibly not recognize this somewhat famous art-house film director, especially since his distinctive bald head was so eye-catching.

This director's two most recent works have been highly praised, and he has been listed by some as one of the representative figures of the new generation of directors in Da Zhao. His status in the industry is far beyond what she, a small singer, can compare to.

“Come, sit next to Director Zhu. You rarely hear Director Zhu’s teachings.” Sister Miao pointed to the seat next to Director Zhu.

Thinking of some rumors she had heard about this director, Wei Hanxin hesitated slightly. However, since things had come to this point, refusing would definitely offend Director Zhu, so she went over and sat down.

Afterwards, the group started chatting again, and under Sister Miao's intentional or unintentional guidance, the conversation turned to the movie "Love of Beihai," directed by Director Zhu, which was currently in the casting stage.

After chatting for a while, Wei Hanxin understood what Sister Miao meant by "opportunity." Indeed, although the female and male leads for "Love of Beihai" had been confirmed, the second female lead, who had a significant role, had not yet been cast. Furthermore, as an art film with considerable musical preparation, several of the background music tracks still lacked suitable singers.

In Wei Hanxin's mind, as a third-tier singer with no prior acting experience, the second female lead naturally had no ambition. She hadn't even thought about getting the most anticipated end credits song, but if she could get one or two of the other insert songs, that would be great, since Director Zhu had said that this movie would be released as an original soundtrack album.

"As far as I know, Miss Wei's career hasn't been going too well lately?" After chatting for a while, Director Zhu suddenly asked, feigning concern.

"Yes...yes." Wei Hanxin forced a smile, picked up the teacup in front of her, took a sip, and tried to cover up her embarrassment.

Since she debuted in a talent show seven years ago with her golden voice, outstanding looks, and energetic stage presence, her career has steadily declined over the past seven years. Her straightforward personality has repeatedly offended people, and she is unwilling to use her natural advantages to gain opportunities like other female stars. Coupled with her father's dragging her down, the hardships she has endured can only be described as more than just bad luck.