Translator: Dj22031
Editor: Dj22031
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The next morning, when Jiang Shining saw the various fanfictions and fan art that had sprung up online overnight like spring grass, her face darkened.
Why are netizens so enthusiastic about writing fanfiction about her?
A short while later, Lin Qingqing called her, her tone cautious and ingratiating, “Ning Ning, I didn’t expect… that someone would do something like this. It should be alright, right?”
Jiang Shining sighed softly. Lin Qingqing felt nervous just listening to her breathing on the other end of the phone. Then, she heard Jiang Shining say, “In that case, you should get ready.”
“Prepare what?” Lin Qingqing was a little confused.
“Come with me to the Star-Studded Night,” Jiang Shining said. “Since we’ve already generated buzz and the facts are there, let’s take advantage of this momentum.”
Moreover, since both were women, the fanfiction circulating online was mostly cute and positive, much better than the rumors about them being a couple. For Jiang Shining, she saw everything very simply: whether it was herself or any other artist, once they were presented to the public, they became commodities. She herself was no exception; since everyone liked it, she must maximize her profits.
After listening, Lin Qingqing was very impressed, “You’re a real wolf in sheep’s clothing, even riding on your own popularity.”
After hanging up the phone, Jiang Shining went downstairs and saw the two brothers, Jing Xuan and Jing Yuan, sitting on the sofa watching TV. When Jing Xuan saw her come down, he exclaimed, “You’re such a natural internet sensation! Even a casual like you make can trend. It’s amazing.”
Being able to attract attention unexpectedly and generate buzz was also a form of strength.
He couldn’t help but think that if Jiang Shining entered the entertainment industry, she would definitely become a huge star.
“What’s wrong?” Compared to Jing Xuan, Jing Yuan didn’t pay much attention to what was happening online.
Jing Xuan then explained it to him, but Jing Yuan looked completely bewildered.
“These netizens have too much free time.”
“We live in the age of entertainment.” Jiang Shining shrugged.
A week later was the star-studded gala night, and Jiang Shining asked Lin Qingqing to come to the company when she had time so that she and her stylist could order a dress for Lin Qingqing to wear to the gala.
Generally speaking, the big boss didn’t have to care about such trivial matters as what the artists wear. Even if he does care, he’ll just glance at it after the final decision is made. However, the atmosphere at Ninglu Media seemed to be harmonious from top to bottom. Jiang Shining’s personal supervision made it seem like she was testing the designer.
Although the decision was made on short notice, the stylist was very experienced, and the several dresses he presented to Jiang Shining were all foolproof. Anyway, Lin Qingqing was beautiful; even in a burlap sack, she’d still look alluring let alone in uniform.
Jiang Shining looked at them over and over, and rejected them all. Although these dresses were common styles that wouldn’t go wrong, they were just too ordinary.
“Find her a white one, like the fairy,” Jiang Shining told the designer. “It should have a feel that echoes Lin Qingqing’s character in the movie.”
The designer understood and immediately went back to look for a suitable dress.
Lin Qingqing, on the other hand, sat on the sidelines watching the excitement like a spectator.
“By the way, Ning Ning, what kind of dress are you going to wear?”
“Me?” Jiang Shining flipped through the catalog. “I can just wear anything. I’m not an actress anyway.”
Several high-end clothing brands did indeed approach her, hoping she would wear their haute couture. Jiang Shining had thought only female celebrities had such opportunities, but she hadn’t expected these manufacturers to actually contact her. However, after looking around, none of them seemed to suit her taste. She wasn’t that picky; she could take care of things for Lin Qingqing first, and then look for something for herself later.
The designer also gave Jiang Shining some pictures and photos, all of which were high-end couture pieces worn by foreign female models on the runway.
Jiang Shining looked around and spotted one immediately.
“This one, this one is pretty good.”
In the photo, a curvaceous Black female model was wearing a white dress with shimmering starlight on the sheer fabric of the skirt. Under the lights, she truly looked like a princess, elegant and pure white.
“I love it!” Lin Qingqing looked over, delighted. “It looks like a dress a fairy would wear.”
“Then go with the stylist to try on clothes, and then have her do your hair,” Jiang Shining said.
Lin Qingqing left happily, and Jiang Shining opened her documents and looked at them for a while.
Just then, her secretary called her.
“President Jiang, another clothing brand wants to talk to you about formal wear,” the secretary said. “This brand seems to focus on a light luxury style. It’s a niche brand abroad and has only recently entered the domestic market.”
“Then let’s take a look.”
Soon someone knocked on the door, and a woman in her thirties wearing a suit skirt walked in and greeted them politely.
“Hello, President Jiang, it’s a pleasure to have the opportunity to meet you.”
As the other party introduced their company, they handed the brochure they had brought to Jiang Shining.
“These are all personally selected by our big boss. Please take a look.”
Jiang Shining opened the book and paused for a moment before slowly turning to the second page and finishing the whole book.
She was simply surprised because all ten dresses the other party had chosen were to her liking.
It’s one thing if one item suits your taste, but how can every single item possibly be exactly what you want?
“Your boss has good taste,” Jiang Shining said. “Is he from Country C?”
“Yes, our boss is an overseas Chinese.”
Jiang Shining closed the album and handed it to her.
“I think it’s pretty good. Let’s schedule a time to discuss the contract.”
“I’ve brought it, President Jiang.” The other party took out a contract from his briefcase. “Please take a look.”
Jiang Shining took a look and it was clear that the other party hoped for a long-term cooperation. They would provide Jiang Shining with haute couture gowns, but Jiang Shining would have to cooperate with their publicity efforts, such as posting photos of Jiang Shining on their official Weibo account.
“I appear in public far less often than star actors,” Jiang Shining said with a light laugh. “You’ll be at a disadvantage if you sign this kind of contract with me. I probably only make an appearance a few times a year.”
“This is just a draft. If you’re willing to cooperate, you can change the contract to an artist,” the other party said with a slight smile. “For the long-term development of both our companies, our boss said that this time we can provide you with clothing.”
Jiang Shining frowned slightly.
The sense of unease from before intensified.
She never believed in such a windfall from complete strangers. Besides, providing gowns— the kind of haute couture worn by celebrities that normally cost hundreds of thousands to millions— how could the other party be so generous?
Who is your boss?
“Chen Sheng”.
Jiang Shining had never heard of this name.
She strongly suspected that this person was also an old acquaintance she knew before.
“Your boss Chen is so kind, I can’t accept such a kind offer without having done so much,” Jiang Shining said. “Does your boss have time to meet with me?”
“I’m sorry, President Jiang, our boss is currently abroad,” the other party said apologetically. “We are offering this service so that we can sign a long-term contract with you in the future. If you do not intend to sign a contract in the future, you can also choose to lease it.”
Jiang Shining became increasingly suspicious. Although the female employee’s words were euphemistic, Jiang Shining got the feeling that the other party was unwilling to show up before signing a long-term contract. She had said it before, but now that she saw Jiang Shining’s suspicions, she immediately changed her tune and said it was a lease.
Jiang Shining smiled gently, “Then I won’t force you. See the guest out.”
The female employee was stunned. She had never seen anyone like this before. Everything had gone smoothly, and she seemed to like her, but just because her boss wasn’t available to meet recently, the business deal was off. This was far too capricious!
After seeing the female employee off, Jiang Shining went online to search for the brand. But no matter how she searched, she could only find information about the design director and so on, almost all of whom were foreigners, but she couldn’t find any information about the boss.
Ever since the shock of discovering that Longteng Group was owned by Xiu Lingfei, Jiang Shining has become wary of strangers who suddenly appeared out of nowhere. She’d rather avoid business than deal with unknown individuals.
Over there, Lin Qingqing called to say she had changed her clothes and outfit, and sent over a picture of the scene. Lin Qingqing was wearing a white gauze dress, which made her already fair skin look even whiter, and she wore a small gold forehead ornament, making her look like a princess.
Jiang Shining was very satisfied.
“Yes, you look beautiful,” she said. “Your charm is as captivating as ever.”
Thinking back to the days when Xiu Lingfei’s harem was full of such beauties, each one so unique, each one deserving to be cherished and cared for. Yet, Xiu Lingfei, despite having everything, didn’t know how to appreciate it and broke the hearts of so many beauties, Jiang Shining couldn’t help but curse him again as a big pig’s trotter.
Lin Qingqing still felt she lacked Feng Fuman’s acting skills and experience, and was somewhat uncertain about the future. However, upon seeing her photo, Jiang Shining was certain that Lin Qingqing could make a living in the entertainment industry even as a pretty face.
Having finished Lin Qingqing’s styling, Jiang Shining made herself a cup of tea and sat down at her computer to browse the internet. The netizens, whom Jing Yuan had mentioned as being bored, were incredibly enthusiastic. Some were drawing pictures of the two of them, while others were shouting excitedly. Not to mention that they had never been in the same frame before, Lin Qingqing didn’t even have any photos except for the trailers, so it would be difficult to Photoshop a picture of them together.
Many people hoped the movie would be released soon, and that Jiang Shining would participate in more shows so that they would have material to edit into music videos.
Jiang Shining curled the corners of her lips into a smile.
When Jiang Shining got home that evening, she saw Jing Yuan sitting on the sofa, typing away on his phone. He didn’t even look up when Jiang Shining returned.
Jiang Shining went over and saw that Jing Yuan was having a war of words with netizens.
Jing Yuan’s newly registered account was called “Happy Life 2019”
Netizen: Wow, I think the female lead is much prettier than her boss!
Happy Life 2019: If your eyes are damaged, go get them treated as soon as possible, don’t delay the treatment time.
Netizens commented: “This is true divine beauty. Before, that Jiang guy was praised as having divine beauty all over the internet, but it was so embarrassing.”
Happy Life 2019: Why aren’t you dead yet? Do you need my help?
Soon, “Happy Life” was embroiled in a heated online argument with a group of troublemaking netizens. Some of these people were just keyboard warriors who enjoyed venting their anger by attacking female celebrities, but they didn’t expect to run into such a strange, unknown account. At first, the two sides were locked in a fierce battle, but soon the other side couldn’t compete with “Happy Life,” who, without using any profanity, thoroughly insulted the other side.
Keyboard warrior netizens: Holy crap, even bosses have toxic fans now! That’s terrifying!
What is a “toxic fan”? Chu Jingyuan, who wasn’t in the entertainment industry, didn’t understand, but that didn’t stop him from realizing that the other party had already admitted defeat.
Jing Yuan, the most toxic fan, won the verbal battle against everyone. Those nitpicking netizens, overwhelmed, deleted their provocative comments, and only then did Jing Yuan raise his head with satisfaction.
“Hey bro, am I good enough?”
Then he realized that the person who had been standing behind him watching was actually Jiang Shining.
The scene had turned quite awkward at one point.
Jiang Shining straightened up and, with a mixture of helplessness and indulgence, pushed Jing Yuan’s head.
“Aren’t you tired of doing something so unproductive?”
Jing Yuan just laughed.
Jiang Shining then went upstairs. The study door was open, and she saw Chen Tanliang sitting inside. Jiang Shining felt a surge of relief; Tanliang was indeed sensible.
She quietly approached and saw Chen Tanliang sitting at his desk with his head down, holding his phone and typing away.
A troublemaking netizen had commented: “Am I the only one who thinks they’re all paid trolls? I have no liking for this company or this female boss. They’re too good at self-promotion. They’re so ugly, I can’t even look at them.”
Chen Tanliang typed quickly.
User 2384012: Watch your words!
Then he clicked to report the comment: Personal attack.
When he came back, he saw that there was another comment under user 2384’s comment.
Happy Life 2019: If you don’t have eyes, please contact a hospital as soon as possible. Blind people should not go online.
Chen Tanliang was overjoyed.
As a result, user 2384 and Happylife2019 followed each other.
Jiang Shining, who witnessed the whole process: …
Okay, you two really know how to have fun.
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Ning Ning: My sons are as difficult to manage as ever today!
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