Chinese entertainment industry has been booming since 2008.

Liu Yifei leaned against the window of the speeding car, the neon lights flashing on her face. Her fingertips unconsciously traced the windowpane, and Zhang Yang's teasing replayed in her mind.

Her thoughts were interrupted by the cautious voice of her assistant in the front row: "Sister Xixi, Aunt Liu just called to ask how your talk with Director Zhang went."

How is it?

I want to kill that bastard.

Thinking of Zhang Yang's despicable face, Liu Yifei felt a tightness in her chest. She rubbed her temples and said, "Let's go straight home."

At the same time, Zhang Yang, who was still eating, received a call from his assistant, Sun Yu.

"Brother Yang, Hunan TV has indeed made a move. Because of our refusal, they gave the publicity slot originally allocated to us to 'Chasing Shadows'."

Zhang Yang took a sip of red wine and smiled, saying, "As expected. By the way, has the additional interview with Jiangsu TV been arranged?"

"It's all been coordinated, and Raccoon Voice is also willing to create a special page for us."

Zhang Yang remained noncommittal about this. He had already planned to sell his shares in Raccoon Voice, but he hadn't sold them yet. He didn't believe that Raccoon Voice hadn't heard about it.

.....

Nanjing Lukou International Airport!

"Ahhh... Zhang Yang, I love you."

"Zhang Yang, you need to be on more TV shows!!"

"And you also acted in movies and TV series!! You were so handsome as Li Qingyan!!"

Looking forward to your new movie!!

Zhang Yang struggled to break free from the embrace of a group of enthusiastic fans.

He sprinted at top speed and rushed into the nanny van that was parked by the roadside to pick him up.

Fan Bingbing, who had been waiting in the car for a long time, couldn't help but smile when she saw him like this: "I told you a long time ago to arrange a few bodyguards, but you wouldn't listen. Now you understand how hard it is to be alone, don't you?"

"It's not that exaggerated... I just happened to run into a fan who likes me today."

Zhang Yang's popularity is undeniable, which is why he was surrounded by a sea of ​​young girls the moment he appeared.

Of course, this is also a premeditated marketing tactic.

After all, if celebrities don't leak their whereabouts, where would all those female fans come from at the airport under normal circumstances?

If Zhang Yang was greeted by so many people at the airport today, it would be a lie to think there wasn't an arrangement.

In the era of internet traffic, things like fans greeting people at the airport have become an industry chain. How much do you pay for shouting, how much for crying, how much for screaming until your voice cracks, how much for breaking through security, and so on.

In short, celebrities' teams really go to any lengths to generate buzz.

Exhaling, Zhang Yang took off his mask and hat and casually asked, "Sister Bingbing, why did you rush over to see me? Is there something important? You didn't just want to bring me seafood, did you?"

Fan Bingbing rolled her eyes at him and said irritably, "Have you forgotten that you also invested in a movie called 'The Thieves'? You can't be unaware that filming has already wrapped up, can you?"

Zhang Yang asked in surprise, "Filming wrapped up so quickly?"

Fan Bingbing: ......

.......

During the recording of the program, Liu Yifei was very indifferent. Well, Zhang Yang felt that he had miscalculated. He just wanted to take an unconventional approach, but now it seemed that he had overdone it.

In fact, girls with stunning looks like Liu Yifei have always been the center of attention, both at home and at school, since they were young.

Just like most schools have their universally acknowledged goddesses, the more outstanding a girl is, the less likely she is to be pursued, because she is too dazzling.

Many boys simply don't have that kind of courage; they feel inferior in front of them.

They are not as popular as girls who are slightly less attractive but still pretty.

Because this kind of girl doesn't give off an aloof or superior vibe.

Liu Yifei's looks are undeniably stunning, and coupled with her mother's strict upbringing, almost no boys have ever dared to pursue her; at most, they would try to curry favor with her.

However, how can a simp possibly win the favor of a goddess?

Therefore, Zhang Yang, contrary to his usual behavior, deliberately bullied Liu Yifei. However, he did not expect that his excessive force would remind Liu Yifei of the time she was bullied in school.

However, despite the excessive effort, the effect was still quite obvious. At least in the short term, Liu Yifei would not be able to forget Zhang Yang.

Ultimately, women are also visual beings.

Men like beautiful women, and women also like men at the top of the pyramid, especially women in the entertainment industry. Even if they are well protected, they will not marry an unknown person.

In this materialistic society, prestige is incredibly important. A man like Zhang Yang, with prestige, a good family background, talent, and good looks, naturally attracts a lot of attention.

Even the ethereal beauty Liu Yifei is no exception.

Although Liu Yifei's attitude towards him was rather cold, it was only coldness, not disgust, which shows that she still had some goodwill towards Zhang Yang.

For Zhang Yang, this was a signal. At the same time, Zhang Yang stopped rushing to flirt with the girl. He understood the principle of moderation.

.....

The promotion and distribution of "You Are the Apple of My Eye" is in full swing, but communication with theaters is not going smoothly. They can't reach an agreement on the screening schedule no matter how they try.

After questioning Wang Jinghua, Zhang Yang's suspicions were confirmed: Huayi was indeed up to something, using its influence to forcefully interfere with film scheduling.

A conference room at the hotel where the crew of "Swords of Legends" was staying!

Chen Hai, who was in charge of theater relations, reported with a solemn expression: "President Zhang, the news has been basically confirmed. Huayi has given a firm order to use their capital and the connections they have built up over the years to put pressure on the major theater chains."

Based on the latest pre-screening data we have, "Chasing the Shadow" is likely to have 38% or even higher screenings on its opening day, while we... are very likely to be reduced to around 10%, and many of the screenings we've secured will be in non-prime time slots and less popular theaters.

A 10% screen share is practically a death sentence for a highly anticipated film during the fiercely competitive summer season.

Without sufficient screenings, there is not enough exposure and viewing opportunities, and even the best word-of-mouth will be difficult to quickly gain momentum in the early stages.

The conference room fell silent, and all eyes were once again focused on Zhang Yang.

However, upon hearing this devastating news, Zhang Yang merely raised an eyebrow slightly, a faint, enigmatic smile playing on his lips. He leaned back in his chair, his gaze calmly sweeping over the faces etched with tension and worry.

"10%?"

He repeated the number, his tone devoid of any tension, but rather exuding a calm confidence that everything was under control. "That's enough."

Two words, spoken lightly, left everyone stunned, almost doubting whether they had misheard.