Chinese entertainment industry has been booming since 2008.

The news of Zhang Yang's leave of absence quickly spread throughout the film crew.

When Jing Tian heard the news, she was rehearsing with her acting teacher. She was stunned for a moment, and then a wave of guilt washed over her. Was she too unprofessional, which forced Zhang Yang to leave temporarily?

After finishing work, she, Wang Like, and Lin Yushen ate together in the small restaurant of the film crew's hotel.

Jing Tian stirred the soup in her bowl, her voice very soft: "Do you think Zhang Yang is angry with me?"

Wang Like picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks and said indistinctly, "Tiantian, don't overthink it. President Zhang isn't that kind of person."

Lin Yushen chimed in at the opportune moment, "Tiantian, you didn't go online today, did you?"

Go online? Today?

Seeing Jing Tian's bewildered expression, Lin Yushen instantly understood and said vaguely, "Tian Tian, ​​you'll know if you go online."

.....

Not long after Zhang Yang left the film crew, he received a call from Wang Jinghua.

This seasoned agent, who has been in the entertainment industry for many years and has extensive connections, told Zhang Yang the results of her preliminary investigation over the phone in a serious tone.

"Zhang Yang, things might not be that simple. I used my connections to check the original accounts from which the video was first leaked. They were all newly registered accounts, and their IP addresses went through multiple redirects, making them very difficult to trace."

Zhang Yang was not surprised; since the other party dared to do it, they naturally wouldn't leave any obvious traces.

"but!"

Wang Jinghua then changed the subject: "There's a detail that's quite intriguing. One of the redirect servers is located in Hong Kong."

"Hong Kong?"

Zhang Yang frowned again. How could it be Hong Kong?

"Yes, and I've heard some rumors that Wang Xiaoer from Huayi is also very angry. He seems to be cursing in private that someone is using him as a pawn."

At this point, Wang Jinghua paused, then lowered her voice: "Zhang Yang, think carefully, besides Wang Xiaoer, have you offended any... more powerful figures?"

Wang Jinghua's words were like a stone thrown into Zhang Yang's heart lake, stirring up ripples.

After hanging up the phone, Zhang Yang fell into deep thought. Wang Xiaoer's reaction and the IP address in Hong Kong—could it be because someone used the incidents of "My Love from the Star" and "Ugly Betty" to belittle the Hong Kong entertainment industry?

It seems possible, after all, those people in the Hong Kong entertainment industry are incredibly shrewd.

He shook his head in frustration, trying to shake off the troubles in his mind, but it was all in vain.

His phone started ringing incessantly again. Seeing that the caller ID showed it was his mother, Zhang Yang rubbed his temples, took a deep breath, and then answered the call.

"mom......"

"Yangyang!"

Yang Jinhua's voice was unusually anxious: "What's going on with those videos online? Tell Mom the truth, that Jia Qing..."

Zhang Yang interrupted her: "Mom, it's all fake. Someone is deliberately framing you."

"But it's clearly in the video..."

Zhang Yang tried to keep his tone calm: "It's just the angle. Don't worry, it's nothing serious, it'll pass quickly."

After a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, Yang Jinhua sighed: "Mom knows it's not easy for you in this industry, but..."

Before he could finish speaking, his father Zhang Dahai's voice came from the side: "Zhang Yang, you've really grown up, haven't you! Getting involved in all this dirty work! You've completely disgraced the Zhang family!"

Even through the receiver, Zhang Yang could feel his father Zhang Dahai's anger. He quickly explained, "Dad, please let me explain..."

"What's there to explain? I've seen the video; it's so clear, how could it be fake?"

Zhang Yang sighed and rubbed his forehead in exasperation: "Dad, didn't I just say that someone is framing me?"

"Hmph, there's no smoke without fire! If you were upright and honest, would others have been able to take these pictures?"

Zhang Yang didn't want to dwell on the matter any longer, so he made an excuse: "Dad, I need to take care of this quickly, I have to hang up now."

Just as I hung up the phone, it rang again. This time it was my older brother, Zhang Yi, calling.

"I saw the news. Do you need my help?"

"No need, brother, I can handle it."

"That's good. Remember, no matter what happens, your family will always be your support."

"Brother, you should be happy. Now that my reputation is ruined, no one will be competing with you for the position of head of Xuewei Beer."

"Get lost, what do you take your brother for?"

After chatting with Zhang Yi for a few minutes, I hung up the phone and then received a call from my sister Zhang Lin.

"Zhang Yang, is your relationship with Jia Qing really serious? I think that girl is quite nice..."

Zhang Yang was both amused and exasperated by Zhang Lin's gossipy nature. He said somewhat helplessly, "Sis, is this all you're focusing on? Shouldn't you be more concerned about me?"

Zhang Lin sighed, "Sigh, I was really looking forward to seeing this, but it seems like it might not be ripe."

Zhang Lin was already enough to leave Zhang Yang speechless, but Zhang Miao almost made him explode on the spot: "Second brother, do you need me to send you some 'good stuff' from abroad? I guarantee it'll be safe..."

"Zhang Miao! What are you thinking about all day? Just you wait, I'm going to beat the shit out of you by Chinese New Year!"

...

That evening, Feng Xiaogang met with several old friends from the industry at a private club.

A veteran producer said with a smile, "Old Feng, it's obvious to anyone with eyes that this whole thing is aimed at Huayi Brothers, but involving your film is really going too far."

Feng Xiaogang silently drank a glass of wine, his face dark: "I, Feng Xiaogang, have been in this industry for so many years, and I've never been treated like this before."

Another director chimed in: "Zhang Yang is currently riding high, and most importantly, Jiangsu TV has just released information within the industry that they will strongly support him."

Upon hearing this, Feng Xiaogang scoffed, "Hmph, do they really think they're something special just because they filmed 'My Love from the Star'? Television stars are nothing but lowlifes."

"But the current situation is that he does have a group of loyal supporters. Many of the negative reviews of 'If You Are the One' are from real people spontaneously sharing them..."

Feng Xiaogang slammed his wine glass down: "I refuse to believe that Zhang Yang doesn't have a single weakness!"

A brief silence fell over the private room.

"Director Feng, what do you mean?"

Feng Xiaogang coldly said, "Since they acted unjustly first, don't blame me for being ruthless. In the entertainment industry, who doesn't have some shady dealings?"

.....

Looking at the overwhelming news online, Yang Mi felt that this was an opportunity. Offering help in times of need is always more memorable than adding to someone's success.

Yang Mi felt that Zhang Yang must be very troubled at this time, and she could go over and comfort him. So, she did what she wanted and dialed Zhang Yang's number directly.

"Mr. Zhang, where are you? I miss you so much."

Zhang Yang didn't expect Yang Mi to call at this time, but it was perfect. He was in a bad mood and needed someone to help him calm down, so Yang Mi was undoubtedly a good choice.

"Okay, I'll wait for you. The address is XXXXX."

After hanging up the phone, Yang Mi rummaged through her closet. Sigh, this is the worst winter weather; wearing black stockings is making her legs feel cold. But for the sake of beauty, Yang Mi is determined to go for it.

When Zhang Yang saw Yang Mi arrive, all dressed up, he inexplicably wanted to hear her sing. And of course, to sing, one had to warm up their voice.

Whoa, whoa, whoa!