"Here we go again, putting on a dramatic act?" the Tyrant Di chirped. "Too much acting! But don't worry, Niangniang, our CEO Chang said that whatever concerns Niangniang, no matter how big or small, will be treated as urgent! Especially for a good cause like this!" Su Dan Novel Network
Xia Wei Liang was genuinely touched by them.
"I agree with what he said~ Especially since the young lady has only accepted endorsements from our two companies so far. What an honor! We are her exclusive two!" the schemer Le chimed in.
Things were finalized with remarkable smoothness. Representatives from both companies arrived that very day for discussions. Despite their playful jabs at each other on Weibo, the two companies had many opportunities for private contact due to their shared spokesperson. They had even collaborated on charity projects before, making this reunion a familiar and comfortable affair.
Xia Wei Liang's role was to bring everyone together. Since she wasn't adept at the specific operational details, she entrusted everything to Meng Xiu Yi. He readily agreed, and with Sixth Master's prior arrangements, the entire process proceeded swiftly. On the same day "Courage" Season 2 was officially announced, the "Rebirth" Aid Fund also declared its establishment.
Although Xia Wei Liang had specifically requested not to be mentioned, as the financial and operational contributions came from others, she felt it would be inappropriate to step forward for accolades.
However, employees from Zile Guo and Mo Di, who worked at the companies, were present in the comments section and spilled all the details. This included Zile Guo's declaration that whatever Mo Di donated, they would always add one more dollar! Just one more! It had to be one more!
This slogan was quickly becoming a corporate catchphrase, and employees actively responded, determined not to lose!
To donate more, they had to earn more. To earn more, they had to sell more pots. Thus, everyone put in their best effort, focusing on production and quality. Once again, they were in the news, becoming representatives of positive local enterprises!
Did reporters want to visit for an interview?
"Sorry, no time! We're busy making money!"
Mo Di, meanwhile, maintained a posture of "Let you rage and storm, I will sit atop the mountains, unmatched!"
Regardless, this move once again delighted the fans who shipped the two companies together.
They loved this "dual-strong" dynamic!
Especially when they heard that the two companies were originally competing for the naming rights of "Courage," but then Niangniang rallied them, and they obediently came to do charity work.
This matter, which was initially a rumor among the public, was unexpectedly confirmed by the Ye Shi platform:
"The shortest distance in the world is when you say you'll be named after me, but you both marry someone else… Oh well, who can blame you when your acts of charity are so dashing? It's just a shame we weren't fated to be."
The comments section erupted in laughter. For any other companies, the platform would have exploded. You were on the verge of a breakthrough and then you broke your promise? Do you know how many people I rejected for you?
But it was precisely these two companies, and their charity work was so commanding! Far from being angry, who would dare? They had to follow along and participate!
"Courage" was already a national variety show. Its official announcement immediately garnered nationwide attention. Coupled with the promotional efforts of two major brands with strong IP effects like Zile Guo and Mo Di, the heat only escalated. And the woman who connected it all was Xia Wei Liang.
Xia Wei Liang didn't pay much attention to the online buzz. She maintained good relationships with the reporters, but her time was limited. For interviews, she directly accepted an exclusive interview with Mao Ge. Afterward, all the other media outlets would follow Mao Ge, much to his delight. He was undoubtedly the leading entertainment reporter right now!
After a video conference with Director Huang and the main cast, they were to set off the next day.
Before this trip, Director Huang kept a little secret.
The filming location was unknown.
The program theme was unknown.
The guest collaborators were unknown.
However, they all understood the highly respected young man, Old Huang, in the variety show circle, so his actions weren't surprising.
Therefore, Xia Wei Liang remained calm. She simply packed a suitcase and left without bringing her assistant.
On the way, she received a call from the Film Emperor on time.
"Departing?"
"Mm! I must depart with spirit and vigor!"
A light laugh came from the other end, followed by: "I've signed with Director Zhou, and I'll be joining the crew next week."
"Ah? So soon!"
Xia Wei Liang calculated that she might not be back next week, and he would be starting his filming. They would once again miss each other perfectly.
"You miss me? Then come visit me when you return."
His voice was full of temptation, "The actresses collaborating this time are quite beautiful."
Xia Wei Liang couldn't help but chuckle, "Teacher Xiao, if I calculate this, it should be a male-dominated drama this time."
The other side paused for a moment, then slowly asked, "How do you know?"
Director Zhou's confidentiality was excellent; information wouldn't leak beforehand.
"Sigh, because I know you!" Xia Wei Liang sincerely suggested, "Next time you want me to visit, just tell me the collaborators are all handsome men. That's guaranteed to be accurate!"
"Heh heh, Xia, Wei, Liang!"
He still remembered her looking at foreign male models.
"However, I'm quite happy to see you acting again." She lowered her eyes, her laughter filled with warmth. "I was afraid you'd be so exploited by your grandfather that you'd truly go back to take over the family business. The Xiao family might not lack an heir, but I lack a Film Emperor."
Hearing her warm voice, Xiao Yi felt a sweet ripple spread through his heart.
"For me to be able to step away, I have to thank our Seventh Brother."
"Qi Chi?"
Xia Wei Liang perked up, "You mean Qi Chi is replacing you? He's not Chu Qiao's assistant anymore? Then what about Chu Qiao? Should I introduce her to another spirited young man?"
"It's better not to. I think Chu Qiao is more suited to a well-behaved female assistant," Xiao Yi said with a smile.
If that kid knew that Chu Qiao had hired another handsome assistant, he'd go crazy.
Among the Xiao brothers, many had fiery tempers, but the seventh was an anomaly, a true "if you can't handle it, let's destroy everything together" type.
To keep him stable, Chu Qiao had to be protected! This was everyone's consensus!
Of course, Xiao Yi only mentioned this briefly, not going into detail.
Actually, dealing with grandfather was quite simple. They drew lots to decide who would be the filial son for a while. It so happened that the next turn was Qi Chi's.
He recalled in the Xiao family garden, several men gathered in a circle. When Qi Chi drew the shortest twig, he tried to pull out his innocent, pure, and especially age-reducing younger brother's smile, but he was almost pinned to the ground by his hot-tempered fifth and sixth brothers.
The men of the Xiao family always had principles. They could indulge and spoil you normally, but at critical moments, you should shoulder your responsibility!
If you want to blame anyone, blame your own luck!
Thus, Qi Chi, with a look of facing death, voluntarily went to his grandfather's study to volunteer.
He said he had suddenly developed a strong interest in business.
He said he was tired of the complexities of the entertainment industry…
That afternoon, Xiao Yi gained a capable helper.
After that, Xiao Yi had free time to see his girlfriend, meet with the director, and pick up a role.