Reborn in the Hong Kong entertainment industry in the 1980s

Hu Xiaoxiao smiled and said, "We were just discussing the new TV series. My new series is called 'Mu Guiying.' When it airs, if there are any shortcomings, I would appreciate Ji Sheng's feedback."

Ji Sheng recognized Hu Xiaoxiao and smiled with admiration, "I recognize you, Hu Xiaoxiao. I've watched both of your dramas, and they were well-made."

With high viewership ratings for TV dramas and advertising opportunities coming to their door, how could the big boss not know such a high-earning employee?

“Lu Sheng and Charlie said the same thing, so they specially arranged a leading role for me in a drama. I put a lot of effort into this drama. I looked for screenwriters, researched materials, and read books. It took a lot of time before I decided to film ‘Mu Guiying’.”

Hu Xiaoxiao recounted the hardships she endured while preparing for "Mu Guiying." Seeing the calligraphy set next to her, she casually remarked, "Why don't you write a calligraphy piece for my new drama, Mr. Ji, so I can have some good luck and wish for a huge ratings success?"

The boss is naturally the happiest when his employees are ambitious and hardworking.

How could Ji Sheng possibly refuse?

In addition to the artworks and antiques on display, the art exhibition also featured musicians and prepared writing implements, allowing discerning individuals to showcase their talents.

Ji Sheng walked to the desk and asked Hu Xiaoxiao, "What words do you want me to write?"

Hu Xiaoxiao said, "The ratings are soaring."

Ji Sheng nodded. He also liked those four words very much, hoping that every drama he starred in would have high ratings.

With a flourish of his pen, he wrote the four characters "Signatures Soaring High" in one go.

Hu Xiaoxiao stepped forward and praised, "Ji Sheng's calligraphy is dignified and solemn, elegant and unrestrained, with the demeanor of a gentleman, making people feel as if they are bathed in a spring breeze when they look at it."

"That's great, that's great."

Just as Ji Sheng was about to sign his name, Hu Xiaoxiao offered a small suggestion: "Ji Sheng, could you please indicate in the inscription that these four characters were written for my new play 'Mu Guiying'? It would be so prestigious for me to present this inscription specially by Ji Sheng."

Seeing Hu Xiaoxiao looking at him with bright, expectant eyes, Ji Sheng chuckled and said, "You really are a child. Okay, I'll write it down."

Therefore, Ji Sheng wrote the inscription "Congratulations to Hu Xiaoxiao on the high ratings of 'Mu Guiying'" at the top of the inscription. Finally, he signed his name and wrote the date at the bottom.

Just as I finished writing, Qiu Lihua brought over some tea.

Qiu Lihua had a rare opportunity to infiltrate this circle with Ji Sheng, and he served Ji Sheng with utmost care. Ji Sheng's stomach hadn't been feeling well these past few days, so when he saw that Ji Sheng was thirsty, Qiu Lihua personally went to pour him a cup of warm tea.

Seeing Hu Xiaoxiao standing next to Ji Sheng, Qiu Lihua was clearly taken aback.

How did Hu Xiaoxiao, a minor celebrity, manage to get in?

"Hello, Mr. Qiu," Hu Xiaoxiao greeted Qiu Lihua.

Qiu Lihua asked instinctively, "Who did you come with?"

"I came here alone." Hu Xiaoxiao picked up the writing Ji Sheng had done and showed it to Qiu Lihua. "Take a look at Ji Sheng's handwriting. How is it?"

"Ji Sheng's calligraphy is excellent, of course." Qiu Lihua handed the warm water to Ji Sheng with both hands, then looked at the calligraphy and praised Ji Sheng's writing.

However, when he saw the inscription: "Congratulations to Hu Xiaoxiao on 'Mu Guiying'?"

He can understand a show having high ratings, but what does it mean that He Huxiaoxiao's "Mu Guiying" has high ratings?

Just as Qiu Lihua was about to announce that Wang Shasha would be playing the role of Mu Guiying, Hu Xiaoxiao spoke first: "President Qiu should know very well that I have put a lot of effort and dedication into this drama, 'Mu Guiying.' I did this not only because I didn't want to let down the company's senior management, but also because I wanted to improve the company's performance. The company's interests are very important to me, and I'm sure they are equally important to President Qiu, right?"

Ji Sheng smiled and said, "I didn't realize you were so dedicated at such a young age. That's quite remarkable."

Hu Xiaoxiao also smiled and said, "It's rare for Ji Sheng to give me this stage, so of course I cherish it. Ji Sheng, I am a new woman of the new era, and dedication and professionalism are my professional ethics."

Tan Yinglian nodded in agreement and said to Ji Sheng, "Young people these days, regardless of gender, are all equally capable."

“I believe you. There are many outstanding women in my company, and I have always admired them,” Ji Sheng said kindly.

Hu Xiaoxiao said confidently, "I believe that in the future, I will be one of the women that Ji Sheng admires, and the most dazzling one at that."

Ji Sheng couldn't help but laugh, "Good, you have ambition! No wonder the ancients said that the younger generation is to be feared. I'll remember you, young lady. Don't let me down."

"No, if Ji Sheng doesn't believe me, just wait and see how my starring role in 'Mu Guiying' is received."

Qiu Lihua couldn't get a word in edgewise. Hu Xiaoxiao was particularly good at coaxing people, making Ji Sheng very happy. Several female celebrities were also on Hu Xiaoxiao's side, so he didn't dare to say anything.

He puts on a grand front of being the general manager of Baogang TV, but in reality, he's just a high-level employee. The boss is in a good mood, and if he spoils it and embarrasses the boss in front of his friends, the consequences are something the boss doesn't want to see.

Hu Xiaoxiao seemed to only then notice Qiu Lihua's presence, and said to him with a smile, "President Qiu, the cast and crew for 'Mu Guiying' are all assembled, and we can start preparing for filming. As the company's general manager, you must give me your full support. I'm young, and besides making money for the company, I don't know anything else. I hope you'll mentor me. Let's all work together to create more revenue for the company, with the company's interests as our goal, okay?"

Despite constantly claiming to be acting in the company's best interests, what can Qiu Lihua do now that he's been accused of such a serious offense? Besides, the whole issue of taking over the drama series was related to his own personal motives, so he wouldn't dare to openly argue with Hu Xiaoxiao.

Qiu Lihua could only force a smile and say, "Definitely, definitely. However, you'd better continue to generate profits for the company."

The implication is self-evident.

"We're all the same." Hu Xiaoxiao didn't take President Qiu's threat seriously. She turned to Ji Sheng and said playfully, "Ji Sheng, did you hear that? President Qiu said he would help me. If he goes back on his word, remember to scold him."

Ji Sheng happily agreed.

Hu Xiaoxiao was so happy that she spent more time talking with Ji Sheng. When she saw that Ji Sheng had taken a fancy to an ancient painting, she looked at it closely and said to Ji Sheng, "This painting is nice, and it looks quite new."

She said the ancient painting looked very new...

Antiques have always been notoriously difficult to distinguish between genuine and fake, so it's not surprising that fakes can appear here.

Ji Sheng then asked her, "Do you know how to appreciate calligraphy and painting?"

Hu Xiaoxiao doesn't understand the value of appreciating calligraphy and paintings, but she can sense how long something has been there and whether it's new or old.

"I know a little bit," Hu Xiaoxiao said confidently.

So Ji Sheng asked Hu Xiaoxiao to show him a few more pictures, and Hu Xiaoxiao selected a few old ones for him, ancient paintings whose age matched the artist's year.

Ji Sheng was very satisfied and praised Hu Xiaoxiao several more times.