Huayu Entertainment: It was the young actress who took the initiative.

Chapter 23 You Have a Real Eye for People

Footsteps came from behind the door.

The door opened.

Yang Mi stood at the door, wearing a black silk nightgown with the belt loosely tied at the waist, revealing her delicate collarbone and a hint of snow-white skin.

She had just taken a shower; her hair was half-dry, with water droplets still dripping from the ends, and she smelled of shower gel.

"You're here?"

She stepped aside to let Chen Mo in.

Chen Mo walked into the room, where the furnishings and atmosphere were familiar.

The last time I came here was the last time.

Yang Mi closed the door, walked to the small bar, poured a glass of whiskey, added two ice cubes, and handed it to Chen Mo.

"sit."

She pointed to the sofa, sat down opposite it, crossed her legs, and the hem of her bathrobe slid open, revealing her long, fair legs.

Chen Mo took the wine glass and sat down on the sofa.

The amber liquid of whiskey swirls in the glass, and the ice cubes make a soft clinking sound.

"How have you been lately? What have you been up to since filming wrapped?"

Yang Mi spoke first, her tone casual.

"Nothing much."

Chen Mo took a sip of wine. "I just finished auditioning for 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes'."

Yang Mi raised an eyebrow: "A Jin Yong drama? What role?"

"Yang Kang".

"I've heard people say he's the second male lead?"

Yang Mi nodded. "A good opportunity. Who recommended it?"

"Li Yitong, she played Huang Rong."

Yang Mi asked with curiosity, "Li Yitong...you two seem to have a good relationship?"

"It's alright, we met in Hengdian."

Yang Mi didn't ask any further questions and changed the subject: "The filming of 'Eternal Love' has just finished, and it's currently in post-production. It's expected to air early next year. We'll be releasing trailers gradually during this period, and you'll need to cooperate with the promotional activities."

"Of course."

The two remained silent for a few seconds.

Yang Mi put down her wine glass, leaned forward, rested her elbows on her knees, and looked at Chen Mo:

"Chen Mo, I'm not going to beat around the bush. I think you're pretty good. You have acting talent, good looks, and you're smart too."

Chen Mo didn't speak, waiting for her to continue.

"but."

Yang Mi then changed the subject, saying, "The entertainment industry isn't just about these things. You need a platform, resources, and someone to promote you."

She paused, her tone becoming serious:

"Join my studio. Jiaxing may not be the biggest, but it has plenty of resources, and I can tailor a plan specifically for you."

Chen Mo looked up at her.

Yang Mi's eyes were confident, carrying a certainty that "I know you will agree."

Indeed, according to common sense, it would be a stroke of good luck for a newcomer to be personally recruited by a boss like Yang Mi.

Having powerful backers, abundant resources, and ample opportunities is something many people would kill for.

But could Chen Mo agree? Just thinking about Reba's situation in her previous life made him shudder. Curled up like that, wasn't that a joke?

"Sister Honey."

Chen Mo spoke calmly, "Thank you for your appreciation. But I'm not considering signing with a company for the time being."

Yang Mi was stunned.

She clearly hadn't expected Chen Mo to refuse.

"What did you say?" Her tone turned cold.

"I said I'm not considering signing with a company."

Chen Mo looked at her with a firm gaze, "Signing with a company imposes too many restrictions. I want more freedom."

"free?"

Yang Mi laughed, her smile laced with sarcasm. "Chen Mo, aren't you being too naive? What kind of freedom is there in the entertainment industry?"

"Without connections or backing, how are you going to make it? You think playing Donghua Dijun and auditioning for Yang Kang is enough?"

She stood up, walked to the window, and turned her back to Chen Mo:

"This industry is full of fleeting fame. You might be famous today, but you could be forgotten tomorrow. Without company support and a marketing team, how far can you go?"

Chen Mo also stood up and walked behind her:

"I know it won't be easy. But I want to try."

Yang Mi turned around, looked at him, her eyes filled with complex emotions:

"So you want to start your own studio?"

"That's the current plan."

"Going it alone?"

Yang Mi laughed, "What capital do you have now? 'Eternal Love' hasn't aired yet, and 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes' hasn't been confirmed."

Even if it's confirmed, how much of a splash can a second male lead make?

She spoke very frankly and realistically.

But Chen Mo wasn't angry.

"Sister Honey."

He smiled. "I have more than just these."

Yang Mi looked at him, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes.

She suddenly realized that she had never truly seen through this young man in front of her.

From the first time I saw him in the bar until now, he has been changing.

They became more composed, more confident, and more... unpredictable.

"So what kind of acting roles are you currently playing?"

Yang Mi asked tentatively, "Besides 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes,' are there any others?"

"No need for you to worry about that, Sister Mi."

Chen Mo spoke casually.

Yang Mi choked for a moment.

She stared at Chen Mo for a long time.

Then, she suddenly laughed.

It wasn't a mocking laugh, but the kind of laugh that's "interesting".

"Chen Mo, you really are..."

She shook her head, walked up to Chen Mo, and wanted to touch his cheek:

"You need to know that the path you want to take is not easy. You will run into walls, suffer losses, and understand how cruel the rules of this circle are."

I understand everything you're saying.

Chen Mo grabbed her hand. "But I want to try."

"So young and impetuous."

Yang Mi withdrew her hand, her gaze softening.

"You'll know I'm right when you hit a brick wall."

She paused, then said, "However... since you've made up your mind, I won't force you."

"Thank you, Honey, but I have something else I'd like to ask you for help with."

"Speak."

"If 'Eternal Love' becomes a hit, I'd like to borrow your team to help me with business collaborations and endorsements... I can pay to hire them."

As Chen Mo was speaking, he felt a little embarrassed and added a sentence.

He didn't want to ask, but he didn't have the money right now and couldn't afford to set up the framework. He could only borrow it as a temporary measure.

"You won't join my studio, but you expect me to provide people to do your work?"

Yang Mi was speechless after hearing Chen Mo's words.

She paused for a moment, then said, "Okay, but I have one condition: you have to be with me at least once a month..."

After the first few times, her skin condition visibly improved. Lately, she's been thinking about how to maintain her good skin condition, and she figured she'd need to supplement her skincare routine from time to time.

"What kind of person do you take me for? My upbringing has never allowed me to do such a thing!"

Chen Mo looked a little annoyed. The previous times were all tacit understandings among adults, but now that she was saying it outright, it made it seem like she was being kept.

Yang Mi found his expression somewhat amusing and added:

"You don't need to spend any money on the team."

Upon hearing the words "no money needed," Chen Mo immediately changed his mind:

"You have a great eye for people!"

Yang Mi looked at Chen Mo, then suddenly leaned in and kissed his lips.

He responded by putting his arm around her waist.

Yang Mi's lips were soft, with the rich aroma of whiskey.

They kissed for a long time before separating.

Yang Mi was panting, her cheeks slightly flushed, and she looked at him with a dazed expression.

Then he turned around, walked to the bedside, and untied the belt of his robe.

The silk robe slipped to the floor.

She turned around and glanced at Chen Mo: