Entertainment: 1990

Chapter 110 Interviewing the Acupuncturist
Meanwhile, Zhang Yan went upstairs and, guided by the waiter, entered a private room. Just as he was about to sit down in a corner of the U-shaped sofa, Wang Luyao followed him in and closed the door behind her.

"Ok?"

Zhang Yan couldn't help but show a puzzled expression. He had clearly said that he wanted to talk to that guy privately.

Seeing this, Wang Luyao cautiously said, "I'd like to hear what ideas they can come up with—is that alright?"

This was advice given to her for her future, so it's not surprising that she was nervous and curious.

So Zhang Yan gestured with his chin toward the door: "Keep the door open, it'll make it easier for those guys to find us."

Wang Luyao quickly opened the door again, then sat down near Zhang Yan and asked ingratiatingly, "Teacher Zhang, when can I sign a contract with Yuanmeng Records?"

She hadn't been idle these past few days either. She used her connections to find out about Zhang Yan's background in Tianjin, and the more she inquired, the more she felt that this big tree was a reliable source of support.

Three days before the broadcast of "Tianjin Wei", the entire city of Tianjin, from the municipal government to the streets and factories, helped with the publicity. On the first day of the broadcast, even the local news was compressed to fifteen minutes.

Not to mention, Zhang Yan also revived the TV station's tertiary business. Now, Bright Dairy instant noodles are selling like hotcakes, and everyone at the TV station has benefited. It would be strange if they didn't appreciate his kindness.

It was precisely because she knew this information that Wang Luyao was so cooperative today.

It's a pity Zhang Yan is already taken, otherwise...

“We can sign the contract anytime, but I must state in advance that, given your image, we may have to take a different approach for now—of course, we can go back to the right path when things become more open.”

"Taking an unconventional approach?"

Wang Luyao's thoughts immediately wandered, her gaze unconsciously drifting towards Zhang Yan's groin, and a look of hesitation appeared on her face.

Zhang Yan felt her gaze and quickly explained, "It's just that the way we promote it is a bit unconventional."

Wang Luyao secretly breathed a sigh of relief; she had almost thought they were going to take the escort route.

If it's just that their advertising has taken some unconventional approaches...

So what's the point of this unconventional approach to advertising?
She wanted to probe Zhang Yan further, but the first person to answer the question had already gone upstairs.

This was a tall man in his early thirties. When he saw Wang Luyao in the private room outside the door, and sitting quite close to Zhang Yan, he hesitated slightly.

"Sit down and talk."

Zhang Yan gestured for him to sit opposite him and asked with a smile, "What's your name?"

"Liu Weidong".

The man bowed slightly and said, "You can just call me Lao Liu, that's what everyone in the industry calls me."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Zhang Yan signaled to Liu Weidong that he could begin answering the questions.

Liu Weidong glanced at Wang Luyao and asked hesitantly, "Teacher Zhang, would you mind revealing your relationship with Miss Wang?"

"Me and Luyao?"

Zhang Yan quickly realized what he really wanted to ask, so he smiled and said, "I have a girlfriend, and she's currently filming in another city."

"Oh~"

Liu Weidong breathed a sigh of relief and immediately said, "My idea is to have Miss Wang find a currently popular celebrity to create a scandal. When she appears on stage these two times, it would be best to have this celebrity attend to support her, and then find a few tabloids to hype up the topic."

Even if she can't appear on TV anymore, she can still become famous through scandals... Once the hype has died down, she can publicly clarify things, which won't affect the celebrity's reputation.

It has to be said that the person who dared to be the first to answer the question must have some skill.

Although there is a suspicion of copying from Hong Kong, there are no similar cases in mainland China yet. His courage to be the first to try this new approach shows both boldness and insight.

So even though this didn't align with Zhang Yan's expectations, and appearing on television became a secondary condition, Zhang Yan still kept his contact information and listed him as a backup option.

After Liu Weidong went down, the other test takers lined up in a row, with the first one going down and the next one coming up.

The answers given by these people were either too mediocre or impractical, and were basically rejected by Zhang Yan on the spot.

It wasn't until the sixth respondent that someone truly impressed—but even then, they were still somewhat inferior to Liu Weidong.

downstairs.

Seeing the contestants step forward one after another to sign up and answer questions, Wang Jinghua was also eager to try. She wanted to know if her idea could impress the 'Little Wang Shuo' upstairs.

But she had already agreed to go to Su Yue's company, so going upstairs to answer questions felt a bit inappropriate.

So he encouraged the 'Brother Xu' next to him, saying, "Brother Xu, why don't you sign up too?"

"Why register?"

Upon hearing this, Brother Xu scratched his head and said, "I can manage to sell things everywhere, but as for planning and packaging... if I had that ability, I would have been 'Old Wang Shuo' long ago."

He belongs to the traditional physiognomy type, and his specialties are three tricks: slapping the soles of the feet, bragging, and drinking heavily.

He only realized why Wang Luyao could only appear on television programs twice after someone else pointed it out to him.

Wang Jinghua quickly said, "Then I'll give you an idea, why don't you give it a try?" "Huh?"

Xu Ge looked at Wang Jinghua with a puzzled expression: "If you have an idea, why don't you go and say it yourself?"

“I’m just a young girl, how could anyone possibly want me? — Brother Xu, if you manage to marry into a wealthy family, just don’t forget about your little sister.”

Hearing Wang Jinghua say this, Brother Xu readily nodded and said, "Then tell me, what exactly is your idea?"

Wang Jinghua then whispered a few words in his ear.

After listening, Xu Ge walked up to Guo Chuanlin without saying a word, then turned around and pointed at Wang Jinghua, saying, "Fourth Brother, my sister has a great idea, why don't you put her on the list?"

Wang Jinghua was dumbfounded.

When Brother Xu came back, he patted her on the shoulder and encouraged her, "When we get upstairs, just speak freely and boldly. What's there to be afraid of when you're young? Teacher Zhang isn't that much older than you."

Is this what I'm afraid of?!
Wang Jinghua said anxiously, "Brother Xu, such a good opportunity..."

"It wasn't my own idea, and it would have been a waste for me to go—if you manage to marry into a wealthy family, just don't forget you have a brother like this."

Wang Jinghua was completely speechless. She knew that Brother Xu was a kind person, but she never thought he could be this kind.

Just as she was hesitating whether to desert her post, Guo Chuanlin pointed in this direction and said, "Little girl, you go up there."

Someone nearby immediately reminded him, "Fourth Brother, shouldn't I be next?"

Guo Chuanlin glared and said, "What are you afraid of? What are you, a grown man, arguing with a little girl?"

Got~
This is really a difficult situation.

Under the watchful eyes of the group of clients, Wang Jinghua had no choice but to bite the bullet and go upstairs, reluctantly arriving at the door of the private room.

"Oh, finally a girl."

Seeing that it was a woman, Zhang Yan stood up and greeted her, "Don't be shy, come in and sit down."

Wang Jinghua walked in and sat down opposite, twisting her body uncomfortably as she said, "Actually, I haven't really entered the industry yet."

"So you're here today hoping to make a name for yourself?"

Zhang Yan laughed and said, "To be honest, I'm a newcomer to the industry. I only got my record company registered the day before yesterday afternoon. What's your surname?"

"My surname is Wang, and my given name is Wang Jinghua."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Wang Jinghua gradually calmed down. Since she was already there, she might as well test her own ideas.

So when Zhang Yan signaled her to start answering questions, Wang Jinghua frankly said, "My idea is to wait until after the show, then have the TV station claim that they have received a complaint and will not let Ms. Wang appear on the show again."

Then let Ms. Wang go to the Women's Federation for support—of course, this matter must be discussed with the Women's Federation in advance.

Let the two sides put on a show and fight a lawsuit – one side has audience complaints, and the other side is protecting women's rights, both are legitimate reasons.

As long as we make a big fuss, even if we lose the case, Miss Wang should have enough fame; if she wins…”

"Hmm~"

Upon hearing these words, Zhang Yan immediately perked up.

This was different from his original plan, but each had its own merits.

So he leaned forward slightly and said in a sincere tone, "Could you please elaborate?"

Wang Jinghua was initially worried that Zhang Yan would be unhappy with her idea, since who would want to go to court for no reason these days?
Seeing Zhang Yan's courteous and respectful attitude, she immediately became interested in talking and began to carefully analyze her ideas and how to put them into practice.

This future top agent in China certainly has his own unique vision and ideas.

However, she is still young. Although she has many ideas, she lacks experience in practical application.

Fortunately, when she encountered something she was unsure about, Zhang Yan would offer his opinion.

So the two of them took turns talking and gradually came up with a complete plan—they were so engrossed in their conversation that they even forgot Wang Luyao was there.

Of course, Wang Luyao was happy to do it.

After all, if things really went according to their plan, he would definitely become famous this time, and if he won the lawsuit, he might even make history.

…………

downstairs.

As time went by, the acupuncturists gradually became restless. Even Guo Chuanlin was somewhat surprised, raising his wrist to check his watch and asking in surprise, "Has it been half an hour?"

The previous longest-running respondent took less than ten minutes.

Xu Ge also craned his neck to look at the stairwell, muttering, "Could this girl have really climbed up the social ladder?"

(End of this chapter)