Chinese entertainment: Top stars have no holidays

"Ah, that feels so good~"

Jiang Bai lay lazily on the sofa like Ge You.

Before he could even utter another word of reflection, a slightly disgruntled reprimand came from behind him.

"What kind of behavior is this, sitting like that!"

A middle-aged woman with a dignified yet serious demeanor, wearing black-rimmed glasses, crossed the river and sat down opposite him.

Sitting up straight again, Jiang Bai rolled his eyes helplessly and said irritably, "Mom, I've only been back for a few days, and you're already complaining? You're not going to be affectionate anymore?"

Jiang Bai's mother, Ms. Wang Yihan, completely ignored his words and asked herself:

"Honey, how's your job?"

"It's fine."

Jiang Bai skillfully used the power of language: "The benefits are good, meals and accommodation are provided, colleagues are enthusiastic, and leaders are kind."

"As a newcomer, there is a lot I need to learn."

However, this job is not an internship at a securities company.

Ah, that's the charm of language.

Even though they didn't tell a single lie, they simply concealed the most crucial information, yet it was enough to cause misunderstanding.

Jiang Bai doesn't plan to tell his parents about his foray into the entertainment industry for the time being.

If this kind of thing were brought up in a family meeting, it would be met with fierce criticism and denunciation.

The Jiang family is considered a highly educated family. Jiang Bai's mother is a high school teacher, and his father is a professor at Rongcheng University.

Originally, Jiang Bai's parents planned for him to continue his studies and take the postgraduate entrance exam during his university years.

Jiang Bai had no interest in continuing his studies back then, so he gave up on postgraduate entrance exams and was only thinking about entering the financial market to make a fortune.

Because of this, Jiang's mother had already argued with Jiang Bai once before, and finally compromised.

In the eyes of Jiang's parents, not pursuing postgraduate studies and choosing to find a stable job was already the bottom line.

If his parents knew that Jiang Bai had given up a stable job to become a contracted artist and dream of becoming a star, they would be disappointed.

That would really be like Mars colliding with Earth.

Let them see themselves on TV when the time comes, and we'll see what happens after everything is already set in stone.

By then, he'll be famous, and his parents probably won't be able to do anything about it.

Ms. Wang Yihan, who had been fooled, nodded in satisfaction.

However, she wasn't going to let Jiang Bai off so easily.

Wang Yihan changed the subject and said, "Since the job is stable..."

"Any progress in your love life?"

"Now that you've graduated and your career is on track, it's time to move on to the next stage of your life."

Jiang Bai couldn't help but roll his eyes again: "Mom, I don't have time to think about that right now."

Girlfriends are such a thing.

Jiang Bai isn't in a hurry for now.

In his past life, he worked in the financial industry. Although he didn't make much money, he was exposed to the industry's corrupt practices and went along with them. He tried all sorts of things and changed his bed partners repeatedly.

He's not in a hurry to start a relationship anytime soon.

Besides, there are so many beautiful women in the entertainment industry, there will be plenty of opportunities to meet them in the future.

The most pressing matters now are making money and gaining fame. Money gives men courage, and successful men are more likely to attract women.

Jiang Bai wasn't in a hurry, but Jiang's mother was.

"I have a colleague here whose daughter just graduated from university this year."

Wang Yihan said with a smile, "Her daughter is from Fudan University in Shanghai, and she also stayed in Shanghai to work after graduation."

"I currently work for an import and export trading company in Shanghai."

"So, do you want me to give you her contact information?"

"You young people should get to know each other; you might find you can hit it off."

"Let me tell you, she's incredibly beautiful, and she has a wonderful personality too."

"They're very sought after. It's only because you inherited your looks from me and your dad that you have an advantage, and that other people are willing to get to know you."

Jiang Bai felt that he had rolled his eyes all year round today.

"Mom, do you think I look like someone who can't find a girlfriend?"

Jiang Bai retorted speechlessly, "Don't worry about it, I'll think about it myself."

Is he lacking romantic partners?

He's afraid his mother will be overwhelmed with choices when it comes to finding a daughter-in-law.

"By the way," Jiang Bai changed the subject, "I have to go back to Shanghai on the fifth day of the Lunar New Year."

"The company has work to do, so I have to get back to work early."

Wang Yihan was taken aback: "So busy with work?"

"Hmm," Jiang Bai replied perfunctorily, "The company's performance is good, so there's a lot to do. Plus, I'm a newbie, so I definitely have to be proactive at work."

"Oh, okay." Wang Yihan nodded. "Then I need to prepare the things you need to take back to Shanghai in advance."

"Your aunt sent over some dried abalone last time, it tasted pretty good, you can take it with you."

"Also, you should buy some of the cookies from Su Ji, which you like. They keep very well."

"In two months, the loquats at your uncle's house will be ripe. I'll have your uncle send you a box then."

"Oh, right..."

Listening to his mother's rambling voice, Jiang Bai gradually closed his eyes.

"I'll do whatever you say. You can arrange it as you see fit."

......

Tongliang, a mountain city.

Tian Xiwei got home much earlier than Jiang Bai.

Xiao Tian, ​​who returned to his hometown for winter vacation, has been staying at home for almost a month.

However, unlike Jiang Bai's concealment, it was different.

As soon as Tian Xiwei got home, she announced to her family the good news that she would be joining a film crew and becoming an actress.

Unlike the Jiang family.

Although Tian Xiwei's mother is also a middle school teacher, she is very supportive of her daughter's path in the performing arts and is open-minded in supporting her art exams.

Therefore, with her family as her support, she can share her story of realizing her dreams without any reservations.

"So, is my sister going to act in a play with this older brother?"

Will I be able to see my sister on TV again?

Tian Xiwei's younger sister, who will be 8 years old after the New Year, pointed curiously at the photo that had been opened on Tian Xiwei's phone.

Tian's parents also looked over with curiosity.

Tian Xiwei, who was just showing off to her sister, suddenly felt a little embarrassed.

"It was acting with him."

"However, it can't be watched on TV yet, but you can watch it on your mobile phone or computer."

Aunt Tian leaned closer and said, "Wow, this young man is indeed quite handsome."

On Xiaotian's phone, she clicked on the selfie that Jiang Bai had shared on Weibo.

Faced with her mother's curious gaze, Tian Xiwei felt a surge of pride for some reason and said with a hint of smugness, "He's not just good-looking."

"He's a top student from Shanghai University of Finance and Economics."

Hearing this, Aunt Tian was a little puzzled: "A student from Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, how did she end up becoming an actress?"

"I don't know either," Tian Xiwei said, scratching her cheek.

She was actually quite curious about this question, but she was too embarrassed to ask Jiang Bai directly, feeling it would be a bit presumptuous.

However, Aunt Tian took another serious look at Jiang Bai's photo and suddenly realized, "That's right, it's a pity he's not an actor, he's so handsome."

Although Tian Ma is already in her early forties, she still loves watching idol dramas and follows young, handsome men in the entertainment industry.

"Hey, since you're going to act with this young man named Jiang Bai," Aunt Tian said with a sly smile, her eyes darting around, "why don't you give him a try?"

"You're old enough to date now, and I'm really worried you'll be taken advantage of by some random guy."

"Jiang Bai, on the other hand, seems quite good."

For a high school teacher who has focused on education for decades, a top student who can get into Shanghai University of Finance and Economics is naturally an excellent choice for a son-in-law, and his attractiveness is incredibly strong!

"Oh...right." But then Aunt Tian suddenly remembered something else and said with some regret, "You celebrities shouldn't be in relationships too early, right?"

"That's such a pity."

"Mom!" Tian Xiwei said, her face slightly flushed, her voice booming with a mixture of embarrassment and anger, "I'm very career-oriented!"

"My goal is to act well and become a big star!"

"Even if he's handsome, smart, and a good person, it's still not okay to date him!"

"It will negatively impact your career development!"

"Hehe." Tian Xiwei's younger sister suddenly interrupted her, pointing at Xiao Tian's cheek and saying in a childish voice, "Sister's face is so red."

With a bang, Tian Xiwei's face instantly turned even redder, and she stammered, unable to speak, her face completely flushed.

"Little sister!"

Seeing this absurd scene, Aunt Tian burst out laughing.

"I'm sorry, I just couldn't help it."