Traveling through the second dimension, the joy system encourages me to laugh heartily!

Anhemei suddenly realized—there is indeed no such thing as a free lunch; if you want to get something, you must pay the corresponding price.

No wonder this "older brother" suddenly offered to sign her and promote her as an artist. His talk about recognizing her potential is utter nonsense. Japan has countless girl bands and is never short of musically talented girls. How could she possibly be so lucky as to be spotted by capital at first glance?

What's more, the other party hadn't even seen her perform in person.

At this moment, Anhemei believed she had figured out the whole story behind this opportunity. All that remained was to consider whether or not she should accept the deal.

She longs to shine on a bigger stage, to become a star, to live a life of comfort and admiration.

But she was just an ordinary rural girl with no outstanding academic qualifications. In fact, because of her pursuit of dreams, she didn't even have a stable job and could only rent a small room of less than 10 square meters.

It seems that all she has left is her youth and beauty...

Given this situation, do I have any better options?

If this "onii-chan" can really help me defy fate and save me from struggling for more than ten years, this kind of unspoken rule... doesn't seem so unacceptable?

Those two senior artists who are just as beautiful as her are also happy with it, which shows that this kind of thing is very normal in the entertainment industry!

After hesitating for a moment, An Hemei finally made a decision in her heart.

However, she still retained a last shred of caution—she couldn't easily reveal herself before officially signing the contract; she wasn't that naive.

Therefore, she came up with a compromise.

"Onii-chan, the view from that Ferris wheel is really nice. Lots of tourists go there to take pictures. Let's go ride it too."

Anhemei pointed to the "Diamonds and Flowers" Ferris wheel not far away and recommended it in a cheerful tone, trying to put on a sweet smile.

She'd heard from female classmates that the "Diamond Night Cruise" at dusk had been listed among Tokyo's top ten romantic experiences for five consecutive years. So, many couples at school specifically chose to ride the Ferris wheel at dusk, shamelessly playing around...

At the time, she thought that was crazy!

Unexpectedly, what I witnessed in the past has become a stepping stone to my current advancement...

Chen Ming looked in the direction she was pointing. The Ferris wheel had started moving slowly, and the brilliant lights adorning the wheel frame were like sparkling diamonds.

He initially thought that An Hemei seemed preoccupied and reserved throughout the journey, and that she wasn't interested in that area for the time being, so he would have to sign her up to the company first and then work things out gradually.

Seeing that she seemed to have finally come to her senses, Chen Ming naturally had no reason to refuse, so he smiled and nodded in agreement:

"Okay, let's go try it out."

Soon, the van arrived beneath the "Diamonds and Flowers" Ferris wheel. Looking up at it up close, this colossal structure was even more awe-inspiring. Even amidst the clamor of the sea breeze, it continued to turn calmly and leisurely.

After getting off the bus, the group successfully queued up and bought tickets.

Chen Ming picked up his ticket and saw that the Diamond & Flower Ferris Wheel, as the tallest Ferris wheel in Japan, reaches a height of 117 meters, equivalent to a 33-story building. It can carry 408 passengers for a 17-minute single loop. Passengers can enjoy panoramic views of central Tokyo, Makuhari, the Boso Peninsula, and other areas from their cabins. On a clear day, they can even see the silhouette of Mount Fuji.

Well, 17 minutes should be enough. Because of the skill [Return of the Great Kidney], Chen Ming doesn't need to deliberately endure to prolong the time, since his firepower is unlimited...

To give An Hemei a chance to "show off," Chen Ming sat in the same carriage as her.

Qing Zijin and Hua Qianhui sat side by side in the front carriage, while Liu Yuanyuan and Wang Manman were responsible for bringing up the rear.

Once everyone was seated, the Ferris wheel slowly started moving again.

As the train gradually ascended, Mount Fuji in the distance was outlined as a graceful, pale silhouette in the clear air. Whenever a breeze blew, the train swayed slightly, bringing a thrilling, heart-pounding sensation.

In this private and quiet space, Chen Ming and An Hemei sat very close together.

He could clearly see the girl's trembling eyelashes, her slightly flushed cheeks, and even smell the faint scent of cherry blossoms emanating from her hair.

Their eyes occasionally met, but she quickly lowered her head again, her fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her clothes. Her shy and nervous appearance was particularly captivating.

Chen Ming gazed at her beautiful face so close to his own, and for a moment he felt a stirring of desire.

Anhemei seemed to have finally made up her mind. She took a deep breath, mustered her courage, and whispered into the translation app on her phone:

"Onii-chan, thank you for giving me this opportunity to perform... I know what to do. But... but... could you wait until after I officially sign the contract, then... then..."

She didn't finish her sentence, but instead raised her large, watery eyes and looked at Chen Ming with a complex expression that was a mixture of pleading and expectation, her cheeks already flushed.

Chen Ming, of course, understood An Hemei's implication.

Despite her young age, the girl was remarkably clear-headed, a woman who wouldn't act without a clear benefit—even now, she didn't fully believe in the "bright future" he spoke of and insisted on signing the contract before taking any further steps.

Although he could understand the girl's concerns, a faint sense of disappointment still crossed his mind, causing him to frown slightly and his tone to soften:

"Okay, let's talk about it after the contract is signed."

He had thought she had finally come to her senses, but it seems he still needs to take things slowly... He had been looking forward to nothing.

An Hemei keenly noticed the disappointment in Chen Ming's expression and immediately panicked.

The girl was afraid that Chen Ming would be angry and cause her to miss this hard-won opportunity, so she quickly explained in a soft voice:

"Thank you for your understanding, Onii-chan... Well, let me help you calm down first, okay?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Ming raised an eyebrow, genuinely intrigued: "How will you help me calm down?"

Anhemei didn't answer directly, but bit her lip, as if she had made up her mind about something again, and slowly approached him.

The girl's eyes shone with a pure yet resolute light, her expression determined to seize her future...

This left Chen Ming stunned, and he thought to himself—could it be because of the cultural differences between Japan and China that the girls here are all so "sensible"?

Before he could think further, Anhemei had already chosen the Sony machine.

Looking at the tight-lipped Japanese beauty in front of me, her blushing cheeks and gently trembling eyelashes...

Chen Ming felt that from a certain perspective, this could probably be considered a kind of "bringing glory to the country".

Although it was obvious that An Hemei was a bit clumsy, it was precisely this awkwardness and clumsiness that made her all the more precious and touching.

Chen Ming's emotions were genuinely soothed, and he felt even more favorably toward the beautiful Japanese girl, even developing a sense of pity for her.

As time passed, he unconsciously reached out and gently stroked An Hemei's soft, flowing hair. The strands of hair slid through his fingertips like fine silk, black and glossy, faintly exuding a sweet floral fragrance.

Chen Ming couldn't help but pick up a strand of the smooth, silky hair, bring it to his nose, and inhale deeply. The fragrance was exquisite, and a look of ecstasy appeared on his face.

Anhemei couldn't speak, so she could only blush and give him a reproachful glare—as if to say, "Onii-chan, you're such a pervert."

Immediately, the girl shyly reached out and snatched her hair back, stopping him from playing with it any longer.

"Jie Jie Jie..."

Chen Ming didn't think there was anything wrong with a man being a little perverted; on the contrary, he found the girl's coquettish appearance particularly cute.

Seeing that he was not angry but smiling, An Hemei thought that his "eye roll" was some kind of XP switch, so she gave him another shy eye roll, but a hint of joy was hidden in her eyes.

After a long while, the girl stepped back slightly, straightened her slightly disheveled collar and hair, and said in a voice so soft it almost blended into the air of the carriage: "Onii-chan... consider this my 'deposit'... I hope you won't be angry with me, okay?"

Chapter 234: Chihaya Hoshige

The Ferris wheel didn't move forward; it just kept spinning in place.

The cabin where the two were located slowly passed the highest point and began to descend. It was like a small world suspended in the air, shutting out the hustle and bustle of the world.

Looking at this shy yet earnest and well-behaved girl, Chen Ming couldn't help but smile slightly.

Faced with An Hemei, who had eaten and drunk her fill in order to please him, how could he possibly be angry?

He then pulled the girl into his arms, made her sit sideways on his lap, and said casually:

"Since you're so understanding, then we'll go along with it. We'll talk about it after the official contract is signed... Oh, by the way, send me your bank account number."

An Hemei took out her phone with some skepticism, tapped it a few times, and gave him her account details.

Upon receiving the message from Green Bubble, Chen Ming didn't hesitate for a moment. His fingers deftly navigated the bank app interface, converting 40 RMB into Japanese Yen and transferring it to Anhemei! (Note: No need to delve into the transfer details; transfer limits on Earth differ from those on Blue Star.)

After deducting the expenses of the last few days, Chen Ming still has 1.429 billion in savings.

A few seconds later, Anhemei's phone rang with a crisp "ding".

"Check if the money has arrived."

"Oh!"

Anhemei obediently looked down at her phone screen.

When the girl saw the string of numbers, her eyes widened instantly—Chen Ming had transferred a full 820 million yen to her.

She could hardly believe her eyes. She counted the zeros after the amount several times before she finally confirmed that it wasn't a hallucination.

At this point, her last lingering doubt that "Chen Ming might be a scammer" completely vanished—what scammer would transfer so much money without a second thought? If all scammers are like this, she truly hopes to encounter more of them…

An Hemei looked up at Chen Ming in shock, and after a long while, she asked in a trembling voice into the translation software:

"O-Onii-chan...why did you transfer so much money to me?"

For Chen Ming, 40 yuan was the monthly allowance for a stunningly beautiful girl, and it was just right to use it to gain An Hemei's trust at this moment.

So he explained with a smile:

"Based on your performance today, I've decided to give you an S-level contract. This level is reserved only for my own women. The basic compensation is a monthly allowance of 820 million yen. In addition, as an S-level contracted artist, you will receive the most promotional resources and the highest revenue share..."

[Ding! Anhemei's favorability +30, current favorability 60!]

A system notification sounded in Chen Ming's mind, and he knew that the beautiful Japanese girl in front of him had finally established initial trust in him and was no longer worried that he was a fraud.

Of course, all of this was mainly due to the huge sum of money in her bank account and the glittering future he painted for her.

Upon hearing this, An Hemei's delicate face immediately blossomed into a bright and radiant smile. She was so happy she almost jumped for joy, her voice brimming with undisguised delight:

"Thank you for the S-sign, Onii-chan! I'll be your obedient woman..."

She paused briefly, as if suddenly remembering something, her eyes lighting up as she seized the opportunity to recommend, "By the way, the other four members of our Starry band are also very beautiful! Onii-chan, why don't you sign them too?"

As she spoke, An Hemei took out another flyer from her backpack and handed it to Chen Ming.

The band Starry was formed out of friendship, bond, and shared dreams. An and Mi's unauthorized departure will undoubtedly be a huge blow to the other four members.

Therefore, she felt deeply guilty and not only wanted to sincerely apologize to her friends, but also hoped to take this opportunity to help them.

Moreover, there's another advantage to doing this—Chinese entertainment companies primarily represent Chinese artists, and if she goes alone, she'll inevitably be outnumbered and vulnerable, and might even face exclusion. Going with her close friends would provide mutual support.

As for whether doing so would create more competitors for herself, Anhemei didn't care at all—wouldn't the boss look for new beauties if she didn't take the initiative to introduce them?

This guy is a man who travels abroad with four beauties, but still doesn't forget to "play in the wild"!

Anhemei had long understood his preferences perfectly.

Since the competition will always increase, it's better to gather a few more trustworthy girlfriends and form a solid "united front".

Although Anhemei often seems a little confused, or even a bit silly.

But when it comes to the sisterhood she cherishes, the bond of the band, and their shared dreams, she feels incredibly clever…

Chen Ming didn't refuse the girl's recommendation—since he had already decided to let Liu Rushuang prepare to open an entertainment company, they would inevitably need to find a group of high-quality artists in the future. It wouldn't hurt for him to help find a few, and it was also a good opportunity to "bring glory to the country."

Thinking this, he took the flyer and examined it carefully.

Indeed, judging from the photos alone, the other four girls are also quite beautiful, each with their own unique charm.

With a slight thought, he quietly activated the system's identification function, scanning each band member in turn.

Besides An Hemei, only one other girl's overall appearance and purity both meet the system's standards.

Then Chen Ming pointed to the graceful and outstanding young woman on the flyer and said to An Hemei, "Among so many people, only she has potential and meets my company's signing requirements. You can ask her about her wishes when you get back."

Anhemei was stunned after hearing this, and couldn't understand it at all—the other three members were just as beautiful, so why was only the captain the one who met the requirements?

She tried hard to recall what she and the captain had in common:

She herself is a petite, loli-type, while the captain is a voluptuous, mature woman type; their looks are equally stunning.

He is the drummer in the band, while the leader is the guitarist and lead singer.

There doesn't seem to be any particularly crucial commonality.

Anhemei thought carefully about the commonalities among the other three members and suddenly realized—she and the captain were both single, while the other three members all had boyfriends!

So, when Onii-chan talked about "potential," he meant this kind of "potential"?!

An Hemei, who thought she had figured out the secret, patted her chest and assured him:

"Don't worry, Onii-chan, leave the persuasion to me! I promise I'll convince the captain to sign the contract willingly..."

She knew all too well how rare an opportunity it was for the vast number of girl bands in Japan to sign with a reputable company and perform on a bigger stage.

Although there would be some cost involved, she believed that such terms would be very attractive to the captain, and persuading him to sign would be no difficult task.

In this way, the band leader would not only not blame her for leaving the band rashly, but would even sincerely thank her.