After being dumped by the diva, I was picked up by her arch-enemy.

Xu Zhiyou's cheeks were as red as ripe apples. She loosened her grip on Jiang Yichen's sleeve, lowered her head somewhat shyly, and muttered softly, "I know, Dad."

Xu Tianxiong looked at his daughter's girlish behavior and then glanced at Jiang Yichen, who was standing calmly beside him, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

The little cabbage that I raised for twenty years was eventually devoured by a seemingly harmless "pig" that could actually overturn the card table.

He sighed, stood up, and walked to Jiang Yichen.

"Uncle Xu, it was nothing." Jiang Yichen nodded slightly, without a trace of pride or arrogance.

"This is no small matter," Xu Tianxiong shook his head, his gaze sharp as an eagle's. "It's a life-saving favor."

"The Xu Group owes you a favor."

"I, Xu Tianxiong, will remember this favor."

This elderly man, who had dominated the business world of Shanghai for half his life, spoke with great seriousness.

Jiang Yichen smiled and said, "Uncle Xu, you're too kind. I just don't want to see Youzi unhappy."

Hearing this, Xu Zhiyou felt incredibly happy. The tension and fear she had just experienced during the life-or-death race were instantly soothed by these words.

Xu Tianxiong gave Jiang Yichen a deep look and said nothing more.

He turned around and gave instructions to Butler Zhang.

"Notify the public relations department to release an announcement immediately."

"First, the Xu Group will file a commercial crime lawsuit against Zhao Hai, Qian Ming, and Sun Daqiang to recover all illegal gains."

"Secondly, effective immediately, I resign from my position as Chairman of the Xu Group, and Xu Zhiyou will succeed me."

"Third, establish a group strategic development department, with myself serving as the chief advisor."

"Fourth..." Xu Tianxiong paused, his gaze sweeping over Jiang Yichen, "Xu's Group will reach a deep strategic cooperation with Qilin Entertainment and Xingchen Entertainment to jointly develop cultural tourism and film and television projects."

A series of instructions, crisp and efficient.

Xu Zhiyou suddenly raised her head, her face full of shock: "Dad! I...I can't do it!"

Making her the chairperson? That's a huge leap!

"With me backing you up, what are you afraid of?" Xu Tianxiong's tone left no room for doubt. "The Bai family, that hungry wolf, has already bared its fangs. Now is not the time for you to hide in the back."

"You must step into the limelight and learn how to be a true leader."

"From today onwards, launch a full-scale war against all of the Bai family's businesses!"

Xu Tianxiong's voice echoed in the empty conference room, carrying a chilling coldness and ruthless decisiveness.

This is not a business war; this is a life-or-death struggle.

Xu Zhiyou bit her lip, looked at the white hair at her father's temples and the determination in his eyes, and nodded heavily.

"I understand, Dad."

............

That afternoon.

Two major news stories ignited the entire financial circle of Shanghai.

[The Xu Group makes a last-minute leadership change, with Xu Tianxiong's daughter, Xu Zhiyou, taking over as president, firing the first shot in the family's counterattack!]

Three directors of the Xu Group have been formally arrested by the Economic Crime Investigation Division on suspicion of massive embezzlement and commercial leaks.

White House.

Bai Yanqiu, enraged by the news notifications on her phone, smashed a set of valuable blue and white porcelain in her study.

He lost.

Not only did they lose the opportunity to acquire the Xu family, they also became a laughing stock in the entire Shanghai business district.

And all of this is thanks to Jiang Yichen.

"Jiang Yichen!" Bai Yanqiu's eyes were bloodshot, like a trapped beast. "I'm not finished with you!"

……

The capital city, the Qilin Opera Troupe.

After dealing with matters in Shanghai, Jiang Yichen returned here.

He seemed to be just a passerby in that scandal involving a wealthy family, and didn't ask any more questions.

As soon as I entered the studio, Su Yao greeted me with her phone in hand, her face beaming with barely suppressed excitement.

"President Jiang, look!"

Jiang Yichen took the phone.

On the screen is an official invitation from the Golden Melody Awards organizing committee.

"Mr. Jiang, your album 'Dong Feng Po' has received eight nominations at this year's Golden Melody Awards!"

Su Yao's voice was trembling.

"Best Album of the Year, Best Song of the Year, Best Male Mandarin Singer, Best Lyricist, Best Composer, Best Arranger, Best Album Producer..."

"And the best music video for 'Blue and White Porcelain'!"

"You alone have been nominated for almost every major award!"

Su Yao excitedly added, "This is an unprecedented record in the more than 30-year history of the Golden Melody Awards!"

Golden Melody Awards.

The highest hall of fame in the Chinese music scene, its prestige is comparable to the Grammys in the Chinese music world.

In previous years, any singer who received one or two nominations was enough to boast about for a whole year in the industry.

Jiang Yichen, with just one album, received eight nominations.

This is no longer a simple nomination; it's an officially confirmed, devastating blow.

The news caused an instant uproar online.

"Eight nominations! I, Jiang Shen, am the best!"

"Hahaha, didn't some people say before that Jiang Yichen's traditional Chinese style songs were just pop songs and not good enough for serious audiences? Now the Golden Melody Awards have slapped him in the face, doesn't it hurt?"

"Best Male Singer! He's going to be competing against those veteran superstars, how exciting!"

"Where are the haters? Come out and say something! Keep saying he's run out of ideas!"

Brilliant Entertainment's public relations department and online army were already severely weakened after the "Wanjiang" incident, and now, faced with the official certification from the Golden Melody Awards, they didn't dare to utter a single word.

Chen Yu's Weibo comment section had already been flooded by netizens who had rushed over upon hearing the news.

"Talented man, has your 'Glorious China' been nominated?"

"Hilarious! I checked, and it only made it into the 'Song of the Year' audition; it didn't even make the nomination list."

"Don't be so harsh on them, they did get a nomination—the Best Flattery Award."

Since his tribute song was crushed by "Wanjiang" last time, Chen Yu has been in a semi-disappeared state, and now he has set his Weibo account so that only his followers within the last year can comment.

However, in stark contrast to the fans' celebration, there was skepticism from some veteran musicians in the industry.

Luo Zong, a highly respected veteran in the music industry known for his serious style, made a pointed comment during a media interview.

"The Golden Melody Awards encourage innovation, but should place even greater emphasis on cultural heritage."

"Young people today are very talented, but music is not a fast-moving consumer good and cannot rely solely on online popularity."

"The brilliance of one or two songs and the complete artistry of an album are two different things."

Luo Zong spoke tactfully, but everyone could tell that he didn't think highly of Jiang Yichen.

He himself is another strong contender for this year's "Best Chinese Male Singer".

These remarks were immediately interpreted extensively by the media.

[Veteran singer subtly criticizes Jiang Yichen: Popularity doesn't equal talent!]

[The biggest suspense of the Golden Melody Awards: Will a new champion rise to power, or will the veteran maintain the status quo?]

The smell of gunpowder instantly filled the air.

……

Qilin Entertainment Studio.

Jiang Yichen ignored the online controversy.

He sat in front of the mixing console, wearing monitoring headphones, doing the final mixing for Lin Qinghe's next new song.

Su Yao walked in carrying an itinerary.

"President Jiang, the Golden Melody Awards ceremony is next Friday at the Kaohsiung Arena in Taiwan."

"The dress and styling team have been contacted and are ready to come and assist at any time."

Jiang Yichen took off his headphones and nodded: "Understood."

He glanced at his phone.

Xu Zhiyou's message popped up.

Yuzu: "[Cat looking forward to it.jpg] Can I go to the awards ceremony to cheer you on?"

Jiang Yichen smiled slightly and tapped his fingers on the screen.

Jiang Yichen: "President Xu is so busy with work, does he really have time to concern himself with trivial matters in the entertainment industry?"

The reply came almost instantly.

Yuzu: "Hmph! I'm here as a strategic partner to inspect your work!"

Jiang Yichen was amused by her adorable, self-righteous demeanor.

Jiang Yichen: "Okay, I'll save one for you."