The atmosphere was a bit strange. Everyone had hidden agendas, except for the second female lead, who was singled out by Song Lecheng's gaze. She was leisurely drinking tea, completely unruffled.0
Seeing her nonchalance, everyone present admired her courage.0
The producer spoke up lively: "Mr. Song, this is Director Zeng Mingsong. I'm sure you don't need me to introduce Director Zeng, right? Haha."0
Only then did Song Lecheng slowly withdraw his gaze and turn to the short and stout director beside him, "Of course I've heard of Director Zeng's great name. I came today precisely because I want to collaborate with Director Zeng."0
The producer was elated: "Mr. Song has come in person, showing utmost sincerity. With Mr. Song's backing, Spy will surely reach new heights. I'll take the initiative and propose a toast to Mr. Song!"0
As he spoke, he was the first to stand up holding a wine glass. Naturally, the other actors hurried to follow suit.0
Money talks, and even a director of Zeng Mingsong's calibre had to lower himself before the Song family. Holding up his wine glass, he said, "Just an empty reputation, not worth mentioning. Mr. Song, if you see potential in Zeng's work, it's certainly a warm welcome."0
His words were very tactful.0
You'd better be investing because you see potential in my work, not for any other reasons. Otherwise, I won't welcome you!0
Zeng Mingsong was notoriously intolerant of compromise. His crew never engaged in any shady activities or backdoor dealings. But sometimes, capital insisted on meddling, and he as a second-rate director didn't have full control. Whenever this happened, he was infuriated.0
Why hadn't he made it as a first-rate director after so many years?0
It was because in his early years, his stubbornness had offended many people. It was only in recent years, as he grew older and his temperament mellowed somewhat, that he learned to maneuver and compromise.0
Other than Song Lecheng, everyone else stood up to toast, making the sole seated person especially conspicuous.0
Kou An'an glanced over disapprovingly and shook her head. There was no need to put on airs in this situation. It was obviously targeting her, and now this stance would surely further provoke Mr. Song.0
Sure enough, Song Lecheng gave a cold laugh, "What, Miss Zhong feels qualified to remain seated with me?"0
Song JinXing sized him up over her teacup, not even lifting her eyelids as she coolly said, "Then you can stand."0
This line nearly made the atmosphere explode.0
The minor actors were all thinking to themselves: This second female lead is so gutsy?0
The producer also hadn't expected this minor actor to be so stubborn. He couldn't help but glance at Zeng Mingsong beside him. Wasn't this exactly like Director Zeng in his youth?0
But in this situation, her stance wouldn't win her respect. Instead, it would ruin her career!0
Seeing Song Lecheng enraged beyond measure, the producer quickly interjected, "Zhong Ruanxing! Apologize to Mr. Song immediately! Mr. Song, I'm so sorry. The minor actor is ignorant. Don't take it to heart with her. I'll have her come over right away to toast and apologize to you!"0
Some of Song Lecheng's anger abated and he leaned back and said gloomily, "You all sit down. Tonight, I want to see if Miss Zhong will really come toast and apologize to me."0
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Domination of the Aristocratic Dynasty After a Body Swap with the CEO
Любовные романыD-list celebrity Zhong Ruanxing had been embroiled in controversies over her sultry figure ever since her debut. Smear campaigns and malicious rumors clung to her like a shadow. Years of oppression from higher-ups and sabotage by rivals made it diff...
