They surrounded me right after the breakup.

That evening, Fengxing's first batch of security personnel had arrived.

Zhou Zhengguo personally led the team, which was divided into three groups and acted simultaneously.

The first group, led by Lao Zheng, was responsible for Zhao Xiulan's close protection.

Zhao Xiulan lives in an old residential area, and Zhou Zhengguo arranged for two people to take turns guarding her.

One person stood guard at the entrance, while another in plainclothes patrolled the neighborhood.

The second group is responsible for Liu Meng's safety.

Two people accompanied the trip, while one person stayed at the front desk of Wangyue Culture Company.

The third group was personally led by Zhou Zhengguo and was specifically tasked with protecting Xia Yutong.

Xia Yutong has been frequently traveling between the law firm, the court, and Xingyue Media lately.

She has all the files on Jiang Yuantao's bankruptcy case.

Zhou Zhengguo provided her with a dedicated driver and a personal female bodyguard.

When Jiang Han handed the list to Zhou Zhengguo, he specifically circled three names.

Liu Meng is a direct relative of a key witness in the case.

Zhao Xiulan, a key witness in the case.

Xia Yutong, the lead attorney in the case, is the core organizer of the evidence chain.

Zhou Zhengguo took the list and glanced at it.

"President Jiang, what are your safety arrangements?"

"I'm fine as is, no need to send anyone else."

……

That evening, at the Jingzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center.

The annual Chinese music awards ceremony is currently underway.

The red carpet stretched from the entrance all the way to the lobby.

Both sides were packed with media and fans.

Mao Buyi walked the red carpet wearing a dark blue suit.

He wasn't used to this kind of occasion, and his steps were a little stiff.

The host handed him the microphone and asked him what he was looking forward to tonight.

He thought for a moment and said he hoped everyone would like his song.

After saying that, he handed the microphone back.

Phoenix Motors then walked onto the red carpet.

Linghua wore a long red dress and waved generously at the camera.

Zeng Yi still sports his signature bald head and black suit.

He smiled and gave a thumbs-up to the fans.

At the end of the red carpet, the host stopped Jiang Han.

"President Jiang! Xingyue Media has been nominated for 6 awards tonight."

"People in the industry say you are the most knowledgeable music boss in recent years."

Jiang Han took the microphone.

"Oh? Everyone's right, I do know a little about music."

The host almost lost his composure, and several reporters next to him burst out laughing.

The awards ceremony officially began at 8:30 p.m.

The Best Newcomer Award was unsurprisingly awarded to Mao Buyi.

"Sorrow", "A Person Like Me", "An Ordinary Day", "Borrow"...

Any one of these songs could be enough to launch a new artist's career.

And he alone has it all!

Mao Buyi accepted the trophy from the presenter and stood in front of the microphone in silence for several seconds.

After much deliberation, he finally spoke.

"Thank you, Teacher Fang; thank you, the company; thank you, my production team."

He paused for a moment and adjusted his glasses.

"I want to thank Brother Jiang Han the most."

"Without him, I wouldn't be where I am today!"

"Thank you for believing me!"

Applause erupted from the back row, and the musicians in the front row also clapped.

The Most Popular Combination Award was given to Phoenix Trumpchi.

Linghua accepted the trophy, her voice even brighter than when she sang.

"Thank you to all the square dancing aunties, you are the best!"

The audience burst into laughter, and the live stream chat was flooded with comments.

Zeng Yi took the microphone and leisurely added a sentence.

"I have to thank President Jiang; he was the one who brought me back from Shenzhen."

"I swear on my bald head that I will sing every song well from now on."

The camera cuts to the audience, where Jiang Han covers his face with his hand.

The grand finale: the Best Creator of the Year award.

When the presenter opened the envelope and read out the name, there was a half-second of silence in the audience.

Then applause erupted like a tidal wave.

The owner of the media company won a creative award.

This is unprecedented in the history of awards.

Jiang Han stood up, straightened his suit collar, and walked onto the stage.

He accepted the trophy from the presenter and walked to the microphone.

He stood there until the applause and laughter stopped before he spoke.

"I thought of several versions of my acceptance speech before I came here."

There's a saying in the industry: "If you catch Jianghan, you catch the next big thing."

"I thought about it and realized something was wrong."

"The opportunity isn't something anyone seizes; it's a qualitative change brought about by a work of art."

"When Mao Buyi was writing 'Sorrow' in his rented room, he never thought about the next big thing."

"Linghua never imagined this when she was singing in bars in Shenzhen."

"They were just doing what they were supposed to do, and happened to be doing it better than everyone else."

"This award tonight is not for me."

"It is awarded to those who have already put their work into practice before it is even seen."

Thank you!

Jiang Han bowed, and the applause from the audience was even louder than before.

After the awards ceremony, a banquet was held in the banquet hall on the third floor of the convention center.

Jiang Han had just entered the banquet hall, not even having properly held the champagne glass in his hand.

The first person to greet us was Wang Jing, the vice president of Warner Music.

He walked briskly towards us, sporting his signature slicked-back hair.

"President Jiang! Congratulations! Xingyue swept several big prizes tonight."

Jiang Han clinked glasses with him.

"Mr. Wang, you flatter me!"

Wang Jing smiled and patted Jiang Han on the shoulder, lowering his voice.

"President Jiang, to be serious, our artist's production team is looking for outside help. If you have time, let's schedule a time to talk."

Wang Jing hadn't gone far when more people came up behind him.

A female singer with her hair tied in a low ponytail walked over carrying a glass of juice.

Her name is Hebe Tien, and she has been active in the music industry as an independent musician in recent years.

To be honest, Jiang Han had heard their group's songs when he was in school in his previous life.

Meeting in this way at this time evokes many emotions.

Hebe Tien has a sweet smile and speaks with a naturally high-pitched voice.

"President Jiang, it's great to finally meet you!"

"I am a fan of Mao Buyi, and also a fan of yours."

"I cried once when I listened to 'Sorrow', but I laughed again when I listened to 'Above the Moon'."

"The same pen can write two completely different songs."

"I'd like to ask you how you did it."

"There's no secret to it; if you're going to write a heartfelt song, just be heartfelt and sincere."

"Write songs about happiness, and be truly happy."

Hebe Tien held her juice glass and looked at Jiang Han for a while before bursting into laughter.

"President Jiang, you are indeed quite different from other bosses."

"I wonder if I'll ever have the chance to ask Mr. Jiang to write a song for me?"

Jiang Han raised his champagne glass and clinked it against hers.

"Of course, there will be plenty of opportunities!"

Fang Chongwen stood to the side, shielding Jiang Han from several interviews.

While you're at it, exchange contact information with the person who gave you their business card.

At the other end of the banquet hall, Mao Buyi was surrounded by several emerging singers in a corner.

Linghua stood next to the dessert table, forked a piece of cake, and chatted with several young female singers about the tour.

Zeng Yi somehow managed to get his hands on the cigar bar in the banquet hall.

He was exchanging cigarettes with two veteran rock singers.

Several veteran agents exchanged glances in the corner.

Emperor Group's Fok Wen-hsi swirled his wine glass and sighed to the person next to him.

"Star Moon Media's momentum is truly incredible these days!"

"However, they did serve as a wake-up call for the entire industry: creating good work is the real moat."