The system only arrives when you're old? Then let's create a super-rich family!

"What?" Qin Nian'an asked, puzzled, "Sister Ding, why was the contract canceled?"

Ding Tong's tone on the other end of the phone was still perfunctory, even somewhat impatient.

"Miss Qin, there's no reason why. The production team has found a more suitable candidate, so that's all."

Qin Nian'an found it hard to accept this answer.

To secure this audition opportunity, she studied the script day and night, immersed herself in the character, and practiced her acting skills relentlessly. She even managed to outperform everyone in the acting department and get the audition qualification with the highest score in her major!

During her audition, she even brought a supporting role to life, and Director Zhang praised her in front of everyone. She could even be considered for the lead role in the series.

Everything was fine, so why were they suddenly notified that the contract was being cancelled?

It's like you've put in a lot of effort for a certain goal, gained recognition from others, and are just one step away from achieving it, when those same people suddenly stand up and deny all your hard work.

Such a huge gap can instantly break down psychological defenses, making people doubt or even deny their own abilities.

Qin Nian'an stared blankly, her eyes unfocused. She held her phone to her ear, listening to the busy tone, feeling as if all her strength had been drained away.

The overwhelming sadness welled up inside her, and she forced back her tears, holding them tightly in her eyes so that not a single drop would escape.

Qin Nian'an tilted her head back, sobbing and wiping away the tears from the corners of her eyes with her fingertips.

"It's okay," she told herself. She had been through many difficult times before, so this was nothing. She had to be strong.

But the more emotional a person is, the harder it is to control their emotions. People who are already prone to melancholy are even more overwhelmed when faced with the loss of all their hard work.

"Nian'an, are you alright?" Chen Jun was heartbroken to see Qin Nian'an in such a state.

He quickly got out of the car, opened the back door, sat down, and hugged Qin Nian'an tightly.

"Is it that supporting actor's scene that caused the problem? It's okay, there are so many shows to film in the entertainment industry, it's not just Xingyao Production Company."

He knew how hard Qin Nian'an had worked for that role. He had been with her for the past three months, helping her practice and improve. He had personally witnessed Qin Nian'an secure the audition opportunity and successfully stand out from the crowd.

He could understand Qin Nian'an's feelings at that moment.

Qin Nian'an leaned against Chen Jun's chest and nodded gently. "It's okay, I'm just feeling a little unwell. Give me some time to recover."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jun tightened his left arm to hold Rouyi tightly, while his right hand joined Qin Nian'an's fingers together, offering silent comfort.

The two cuddled in the car for a while before setting off back to the main house.

The office of the Star Shine Film Production Team was filled with smoke.

Director Zhang Cheng stared intently at the 1000 million yuan investment contract on the table, unable to suppress the upward curve of his lips.

The contract bears the official seal of "Shengshi Entertainment," a company under the Zhou family, and is signed by Zhou Mingyu, the seventh young master of the Zhou family.

"Director Zhang, once you sign this contract, the 10 million will be deposited into your account immediately, and there will be an additional 20 million in investment later."

Zhou Mingyu leaned back on the sofa, his tone slightly amusement, "As for Qin Nian'an, she's just a student with no connections. Canceling the contract with her isn't a big deal for you, is it?"

Without the slightest hesitation, Zhang Cheng signed his name on the contract.

"Mr. Zhou, this is such a small matter, why bother you to come all the way here? You can just make a phone call and I guarantee I'll handle it perfectly."

Of course he knew that Qin Nian'an was a good prospect. During the audition, her eyes and her ability to deliver lines impressed him. He even told Ding Tong in private that if this girl was properly nurtured, she would definitely become a great star in the future, a second-tier star without any problem, and she could even break into the top tier.

But so what?

Qin Nian'an has no background or connections, while Shengshi Entertainment, backed by Zhou Mingyu, is a business owned by the Zhou family, possessing top-tier resources and capital. It's impossible for a small-time director like him to go against the Zhou family and ruin his own career for a girl with no background.

That's how cruel the reality of the entertainment industry is.

Furthermore, such a large sum of money is crucial for the film's promotion and distribution. This means that his new film can gain more exposure, and if the new film performs well, he can also use this film to compete for the title of Best Director this year.

Meanwhile, in the luxurious beauty room of the Zhou family villa, Zhou Keke was lying on a beauty bed with a face mask worth hundreds of thousands of yuan on her face, while the maid was carefully massaging her shoulders and neck.

The phone suddenly rang. Zhou Keke frowned impatiently, picked it up, and saw that the caller ID showed Zhou Mingyu. She said in a flat tone, "Hey, how's it going?"

"Miss, rest assured, Qin Nian'an's contract has been completely cancelled, and Xinghui dares not raise any objections." Zhou Mingyu's voice was respectful yet smug.

"Do I need to urge you to do such a small thing?" Zhou Keke's tone was a bit spoiled and dissatisfied, but she couldn't hide her joy on her face. "If you're this slow next time, I'll have my dad transfer you to a company in the Northwest to eat dust."

"Yes, yes, Miss is right. I'll definitely speed things up next time!"

After hanging up the phone, Zhou Keke ripped off her face mask and threw it on the ground. The maid quickly came forward to clean it up.

She looked at her exquisite face in the mirror, a malicious sneer curling at the corner of her mouth.

"Qin Nian'an, do you think you can gain a foothold in the entertainment industry with your acting skills?"

She picked up the luxurious face cream from the table, gently applied it to her face, and talked to herself in the mirror as if the person in the mirror was Qin Nian'an.

"Let me tell you, the entertainment industry is ruled by capital. Having acting skills alone is utterly useless!"

A sinister glint flashed in her eyes. She vaguely remembered Chen Jun's confession the day before yesterday, and the mysterious young man's actions for Qin Nian'an, which caused her to lose face.

You have a sugar daddy, don't you? I'd like to see if your sugar daddy is really willing to stand up for you!

As long as he dares to make a move, I will immediately mobilize the online army that my company sells to create public opinion, firmly stick the label of mistress on you, make the whole internet despise you, and let Chen Jun see your true colors. Then, let's see how you will survive in the entertainment industry and how you will live your life!

As for Chen Jun, apart from his father's limited power, he has no way to interfere in the entertainment industry, let alone help Qin Nian'an, so there's no need to pay him any attention.

"Qin Nian'an, you just wait. This is only the beginning. I will destroy you bit by bit and make you pay a terrible price for taking things from me!" Zhou Keke looked in the mirror, her smile becoming increasingly vicious.

"Miss, the young master is here!" the maid whispered a reminder.

"I understand." Zhou Keke composed herself and flashed a bright smile.

"Coco! There's a top-tier banquet to attend the day after tomorrow. If you have something to do, please postpone it."

Zhou Jing'an, the eldest son of the Zhou family, entered the beauty salon wearing luxurious crocodile leather shoes, designer clothes, and his hair was neatly combed back.

"Many important figures from Jiangnan Province and their families will be attending this banquet. See if there are any promising young men you like."

He frowned: "If Chen Jun doesn't like you, then forget it. The Zhou family doesn't need him."

"Brother, I understand." Zhou Keke's eyes lit up when she heard that all the wealthy young men from rich and powerful families would be going.

Since Chen Jun is ungrateful, she'll find someone better!

Let him know that Zhou Keke also has plenty of suitors!