Huayu: From the Era of Ringtones to Becoming a Legend

There was not a trace of arrogance in Liu Yifei's eyes, only an undisguised sincerity and expectation.

Upon hearing their conversation, the banquet hall fell silent instantly. All eyes were fixed on Liu Yifei.

No one could have imagined that she would dare to approach Lu Jiuge at a time like this.

Lu Jiuge lightly touched the table with her fingertips, raising her eyes to look at Liu Yifei:

"Miss Liu, please speak freely."

Liu Yifei took a deep breath, as if she had made a tremendous decision:

"Mr. Lu, I've listened to these five songs that have gone viral online these past few days on repeat countless times, including your previous songs like 'Blue and White Porcelain' and 'Painted Heart.' Every single one of them touches the very core of my being."

"I've been in the industry for many years, acted in many films and TV series, and even tried singing theme songs for movies and TV shows, but I still don't have a truly representative work of my own."

"I know you are one of the top songwriters in the music industry right now, so I'd like to ask you to write a song for me."

As soon as Liu Yifei finished speaking, a murmur of discussion instantly arose from the onlookers who had been listening intently to the gossip.

Invite a song!

Screen goddess Liu Yifei actually asked Lu Jiuge to sing a song in public!

Everyone was waiting for Lu Jiuge's answer.

Some people thought he would be flattered and immediately agree;

Some people think he will take this opportunity to raise his value and make a fortune;

Some even believe that he will use this opportunity to curry favor with Liu Yifei, a powerful figure in the entertainment industry.

But the next second, Lu Jiuge's answer caused an uproar in the audience.

He gently shook his head, his tone calm yet undeniably firm.

"I'm sorry, Ms. Liu, I can't write a song for you."

Liu Yifei's expectant expression froze instantly, a hint of disappointment flashed in her eyes, and her voice softened slightly:

"Mr. Lu, am I not worthy to sing your songs? Or are you just holding a grudge?"

"Neither!"

Lu Jiuge leaned forward slightly and deliberately raised her voice:

"The songs I, Lu Jiuge, write are only for the artists of Qianxing Entertainment, and only for my own people to sing."

"I won't give a single one to outsiders!"

One sentence struck everyone like a thunderclap.

Madness!

That's incredibly arrogant!

To directly reject a top female star like Liu Yifei and even utter such harsh words!

Many people secretly shook their heads, feeling that Lu Jiuge was too arrogant, so arrogant that she didn't know how to be pleasing, and missed the best opportunity to cling to Liu Yifei's coattails.

But only Lu Jiuge himself knew that what he wanted was never just a favor.

Instead, the goal is to build a complete entertainment empire, firmly grasping all copyrights, all artists, and all lifelines.

Liu Yifei stared blankly at Lu Jiuge, her eyes swirling with complex emotions.

In his view, Lu Jiuge was seeking revenge.

After a long while, Liu Yifei raised her head, her eyes filled with a resolute determination:

"If... that's the only condition."

"Then I promise you."

"I can sign a singing contract with Qianxing Entertainment."

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire audience erupted in cheers!

"My God! Liu Yifei really agreed?"

"Signing a singing contract for just one song? That's insane!"

"What kind of magic does Lu Jiuge possess that can make a fairy bow down to such an extent!"

Wu Ziming stood not far away, staring in disbelief, almost spilling his wine glass.

He has acted in countless films and witnessed countless grand scenes in his life, but what happened today still seems unbelievable to him.

Lu Jiuge was somewhat surprised by Liu Yifei's decision, and chuckled jokingly:

"Miss Liu, weren't you going to Japan to study music systematically? Why did you suddenly make such a radical decision?"

Lu Jiuge really couldn't understand this.

According to later recollections, Liu Yifei officially entered the music scene after going to Japan, the land of cherry blossoms.

"Some things came up, and the trip to Japan has been put on hold!"

Liu Yifei gave a perfunctory answer and then confirmed again:

"How about it? I'll sign a singing contract with Qianxing Entertainment, is that alright?"

Just when everyone thought the matter was settled and Lu Jiuge would readily agree.

He shook his head gently once more:

"Ms. Liu, I've never liked complicated things. Signing a separate management contract for singing is too much trouble!"

"What will it take for you to agree to write a song for me?"

Seeing that the surrounding gazes were becoming increasingly focused, Liu Yifei frowned slightly and her tone became even colder.

Lu Jiuge spoke calmly:

"Film and television contracts? I want them too. I want everything!"

boom!

These words struck like a thunderbolt from a clear sky, hitting everyone's heart hard.

The entire room fell silent!

It was deathly silent!

Everyone was stunned, completely stunned.

They thought Lu Jiuge was just arrogant, but they never expected him to be this arrogant!

Signing Liu Yifei to a singing contract was already incredibly lucky, but he actually wants a film and television contract too?

It's important to know that Liu Yifei's film and television contracts are worth hundreds of millions; they are highly sought-after assets by countless investors!

"She's gone mad! Lu Jiuge has gone mad!"

"How dare he make such a request of Liu Yifei? It's practically selling her to Qianxing Entertainment!"

"Anyone in that situation would have turned on them and walked away immediately!"

Countless people were roaring in their hearts, waiting to see Liu Yifei storm off in anger, and waiting to see Lu Jiuge completely offend this top celebrity in the entertainment industry.

Liu Yifei's pupils trembled slightly as she stared blankly at the man before her.

After pondering for a while, Liu Yifei sneered and asked in return:

"Mr. Lu, do you know how much my film and television agency contract is worth?"

Lu Jiuge's attitude was firm:

"How much it's worth has nothing to do with me! My conditions remain the same: if you want my songs, you have to sign with Qianxing Entertainment!"

Liu Yifei's face darkened slightly, believing that Lu Jiuge was deliberately making things difficult for her, and she sneered:

"Okay, you go talk to my agency yourself. If they agree to release him, I'm willing to sign you!"

Lu Jiuge gently shook her head, her tone composed:

"You don't need to worry about terminating the contract; I'll pay the penalty. But the contract must be a full one."

He paused, staring at Liu Yifei's pale face, and added with a smile:

"Don't rush, I can sign a performance-based agreement with you. Sign with Qianxing Entertainment, and within two years, I guarantee you'll become a movie queen and a pop queen!"

"I can sign a performance-based agreement with you. Within two years, I'll help you win the Best Actress award and become a pop diva!"

"If you can't do it, I'll compensate you with fifty million; if you do, you'll spend twenty years with Qianxing. Dare to gamble this and reach the pinnacle of life?"

Upon hearing this, Wu Ziming, the investors on site, and the producer all changed their expressions drastically!

Two years for Best Actress and Best Singer? A 50 million yuan bet? This is simply outrageous and will overturn the entertainment industry!

Liu Yifei remained silent, staring intently at him, countless thoughts flashing through her mind.

Signing with Qianxing means that she will completely break away from her original capital system and hand over her acting and singing career entirely to this newly rising man.

This was a huge gamble, a gamble that cost her entire career.

But she also knew.

The man in front of me is the one who can write hit songs like "Blue and White Porcelain," "Reverse War," and "Bubble."

Missing him might mean missing the only chance in your life to reach the top.

The conditions proposed by Lu Jiuge were very tempting to Liu Yifei!

One minute.

Two minutes.

three minutes.

Under everyone's suffocating gaze, Liu Yifei slowly closed her eyes. When she opened them again, all the hesitation and struggle in her eyes had vanished, leaving only a clear and firm light!

"Mr. Lu, a 50 million yuan penalty for breach of contract... are you really willing to gamble?"

Lu Jiuge raised her eyes, her gaze as resolute as a knife, and smiled faintly:

"I, Lu Jiuge, never fight a battle I'm not confident of winning!"