Why did the system take my request to take photos with a cosplayer seriously?

Hua Qing offered a feeble resistance.

The water rippled gently, and a misty haze rose.

Chapter 273: Hua Qing's Future Development Plan

Seven o'clock in the morning, at the hotel's executive floor restaurant.

Longhe has already changed into its outfit for today's press conference.

A sophisticated women's smoking suit paired with tailored wide-leg trousers gives off an air of success at first glance.

This is the new direction that Longhe Styling Team recently set for her. After going solo, she must break free from the constraints of the past girl group aesthetics and have more of a "sisterly" vibe.

On her plate was only half a boiled egg and a few lettuce leaves. Hua Qing picked up her plate at the same time, walked over and sat down. Her food was also bland and watery... a serving of unsweetened yogurt, a few blueberries, and a small piece of corn.

Longhe joked, "Looks like we're both suffering quite a bit?"

"no way……"

Hua Qing replied listlessly, and the two completely sympathized with each other regarding food.

Long He noticed, "You didn't sleep well last night?"

"Is there?"

"Have."

Long He put down his chopsticks and observed carefully, "Your eyes have some dark circles, and your complexion isn't quite right. I vaguely heard some noises coming from your room last night, was it because of Hei Dou?"

Hua Qing guiltily looked away: "I'm not used to sleeping in a new bed."

"is it?"

Long He didn't delve into it further.

Hua Qing quickly changed the subject: "By the way, how are your concert preparations going?"

Long He picked up his chopsticks again and continued to stir the lettuce on the plate: "It's alright, everything that needs to be prepared has been prepared, the rest depends on how things go on that day."

Are you nervous?

"A little bit, after all, it was my first solo concert after going solo, and it was at the Bird's Nest."

Longhe picked up his black coffee, took a sip, and sighed.

For the past six months, she has devoted almost all her energy to this.

He personally participated in every aspect, from the new album and choreography to stage design.

Countless eyes are now watching her; she must win her first battle after going solo.

Hua Qing then tentatively asked, "Is your new company... reliable?"

"The contract has already been signed, what else can we do?"

Long He shrugged: "But to be honest, the offer was really good, so good that it felt unreal. My mom said the other party was a big spender, not short of money, and told me not to overthink it."

Hua Qing was speechless, and even felt a little like laughing.

A major investor?

Isn't that your good brother?

Long He keenly noticed the change in Hua Qing's expression.

"why are you laughing?"

Did I laugh?

"It clearly exists."

You've misjudged.

……

At 10:00 AM, at the press conference venue.

Long He stood in the center of the stage, while the media area below was packed with cameras and microphones.

Hua Qing stood on the side platform, quietly observing Long He's every move.

A reporter asked first: "Long He, this Bird's Nest concert is said to be your battle to prove yourself. Are you confident?"

Long He replied calmly, "Of course I'm confident. I've turned down all my gigs for the past six months just to make this concert the best it can be..."

Another reporter asked, "Will you invite your former teammates as guests for this concert?"

Long He's smile remained unchanged: "This is my personal concert. The guest performers are still being confirmed. I will let everyone know as soon as there is any news..."

When asked about her former teammates, she could only dodge the question.

Suddenly, a reporter stood up without warning: "Longhe, there are rumors that your new company has a mysterious tycoon behind it. Is there a relationship between you that goes beyond business cooperation? What is your response to this?"

The room fell silent instantly. Everyone realized that this question was not in the script, and Hua Qing's heart also jumped.

Sister Zeng secretly gave a wink, and the host immediately spoke up.

"May I ask which media outlet this person belongs to? We don't..."

Before he could finish speaking, Long He gave his answer first.

"First, my new company is a legitimate business partnership, and there is no relationship beyond business."

The smile on her face finally disappeared, and her expression became serious.

"Secondly, the rumors about the so-called 'mysterious tycoon' are completely unfounded. I have already had my legal team collect evidence and will pursue legal action against those who spread the rumors."

Third, I am a singer, and my job is to give back to my fans through music and the stage. I hope everyone will focus on my work, rather than on unfounded gossip.

After she finished speaking, her expression returned to normal, and she smiled again.

The reporter sat down awkwardly and didn't ask any more questions.

Hua Qing was both amused and exasperated.

In her view, Long He would eventually become one of the sisters of the same root, so how should she face today's righteous denial?

However, upon further reflection, Hua Qing realized that she really needed to learn from Long He.

Composure under the spotlight is something you develop through practice.

Longhe has become accustomed to being watched and speculated about, while he himself is still at the stage of "feeling uncomfortable if someone looks at him too much".

If she wants to become the top performer and stand on a bigger stage, she will only face more and more fans and media in the future.

Even if their popularity is only a fraction of Longhe's, they will still face scrutiny and questions as a daily occurrence.

Can I be as flawless in front of the camera as Long He?

Hua Qing was unsure...

Long He continued to engage with reporters on stage, even though several questions had clearly crossed her line, she still maintained a polite smile.

Hua Qing had seen Long He's real face in person and felt even more that her ability to hold back was a skill.

Just as Hua Qing was lost in thought, a large hand reached out from behind and gently placed on her shoulder.

Hua Qing turned her head.

Ding Heng handed over a document: "Here you go!"

Hua Qing asked curiously, "How did you get in?"

"Nonsense, they came in."

Ding Heng shook the pass around his neck, indicating that he also had legitimate status.

Hua Qing took the document: "What's this?"

"Your contract."

"contract?"

Hua Qing opened the cover.

It's a brokerage contract. The first party is Longhe's new company, and the second party is her name.

The terms and conditions were densely packed, but she didn't read them carefully. She flipped directly to the last page, picked up the pen Ding Heng handed her, and signed her name.

The movements were swift and decisive, without the slightest hesitation.

"Aren't you going to take a look?"

"Will you hurt me?"

Hua Qing handed the contract back, her tone indifferent.

Ding Heng put away the documents and noticed that Long He on the stage was looking over.

Although he didn't react much, he was probably wondering how he got in.

Ding Heng smiled at Long He, then told Hua Qing to follow him.

Hua Qing asked, "Where are we going?"

Ding Heng replied, "I'll arrange an agent and assistant for you."

"what?"

Hua Qing looked bewildered and followed Ding Heng to the hotel conference room.

Yang Sijie sat in the main seat, her demeanor composed.

Perhaps it was because she was in high spirits, but she looked much younger than the last time Ding Heng saw her.

"You're here?"

"Aunt Yang."

Ding Heng placed the contract on the table and sat down opposite Yang Sijie.

Yang Sijie picked up the contract, flipped straight to the last page, glanced at Hua Qing's signature, and then stood up and extended her hand.

"Welcome to our cooperation, Ms. Hua Qing."

Hua Qing stepped forward and took Yang Sijie's hand.