Best friend turned enemy? Marrying the villain, if she runs, I'll run too.

Do they think Meng Tang is a fool to be fooled with such a typical empty promise?

"I do not accept anyone interfering with my casting decisions, regardless of whether the person is famous or not. I only care about whether the person's image and acting skills match the character in the play."

"If the company insists on this requirement, then I'm sorry, I can't film this drama."

The manager's expression changed slightly. "Xiao Meng, don't say such hurtful things. You've been with the company for quite some time, so you should know how difficult it is to get an S+ project."

"Especially in the current film and television industry downturn, the company has more resources than available resources, and many directors are eyeing the lucrative opportunity of 'The Mirror of Time'."

The manager earnestly advised, "If your previous film, 'The Forensic Heroes,' hadn't been such a hit, you would never have gotten this role. With the original work as a foundation, this project is guaranteed to be a blockbuster; whoever takes the role will become a star."

"Besides, although the company forced people in, regardless of the supporting roles, the main actors are all well-known actors in the industry. I know that Li Su's acting skills are good, but in terms of popularity and fan appeal, Li Su is far inferior."

Then, the manager made a suggestion: "How about this, let's both compromise. The lead role is definitely out of the question, but I can negotiate with the company to have them give Li Su a supporting role."

"In this way, we can avoid offending the company and still get a role for Li Su in the drama. It's a win-win situation, and this is the best possible outcome. What do you think?"

Meng Tang found it amusing. "The female lead has become a supporting actress? You're really dreaming. If a director doesn't even have the power to decide the main characters, what's the point of sitting in that position?"

“My bottom line is unchangeable. I can add people, but only a few minor roles. As for the main characters and important supporting roles, don’t even think about it. If you don’t agree to this condition, I will step down as the director and you can find someone else to film it.”

Just as the manager was about to say something, someone pushed the door open and walked in, saying, "Since you're so unwilling to film, the company has plenty of directors who can take on this role."

"The company doesn't need disobedient directors. You only have two choices: either assign roles according to the list or resign as the chief director. Choose one."

Upon seeing the newcomer, the manager immediately rose to greet him obsequiously, "Chairman Wang, how could such a small matter trouble you to come in person?"

Chairman Wang's gaze swept over Meng Tang, and upon seeing Meng Tang's appearance, his lecherous eyes immediately lit up.

"I just happened to be passing by and overheard their conversation, so I came to check it out. So you're Director Meng, the one who recently directed a hit drama? I didn't expect you to be such a beautiful director!"

"They say beautiful people have personalities like chili peppers. Director Meng is beautiful and talented, so it's not impossible for me to give you a third option."

As he spoke, Chairman Wang's thieving hand reached out and touched the back of Meng Tang's hand.

Before he could even touch Meng Tang's hand, another hand grabbed his wrist and twisted it forcefully before Chairman Wang could even react.

All that could be heard was the crisp sound of bones breaking, followed by Mr. Wang's bloodcurdling scream, like a pig being slaughtered.

"These days, are perverts so brazen that they openly take advantage of others? If you don't want your dog paws, I'll chop them off in a heartbeat."

Meng Tang and the manager were talking in the office, while Li Su and Tong Tong waited outside.

Li Su could tell at a glance that this Chairman Wang had shifty eyes and a lecherous look on his face; he was probably no good.

Sure enough, this guy was so blatantly trying to take advantage of Meng Tang. Li Su couldn't stand it for even a second and immediately crippled his pig's trotters.

Seeing this, the manager quickly stepped forward to stop her, "Li Su, what are you doing? Let go of her hand right now!"

"This freak is asking for trouble. If we don't teach him a lesson, he'll really think he's some kind of emperor, taking advantage of everyone. If you don't want your hand broken, you'd better step back, or I'll beat you up too."

The manager was immediately intimidated by Li Su's queen-like aura and instinctively backed away, not daring to step forward to stop her.

"Teacher Li, what are you doing? Chairman Wang is a director of the company, and it's illegal to hit someone in broad daylight. Stop it!"

Just then, a person rushed in and tried to stop them.

Upon closer inspection, wasn't it Chu Weiwei, the scheming female lead?

"What, you're not going to kill the scumbag? Are you going to keep him around for the New Year? Who do you think you are? If you say another word, I'll just pinch you out too, you green tea bitch."

Chu Weiwei had witnessed Li Su's martial prowess firsthand, and she was so frightened that she took a step back.

Li Su was also decisive, kicking Wang Dong's knee with a loud thud as Wang Dong's knee hit the hard ground.

Mr. Wang's face contorted in pain instantly, and he could only threaten, "If you don't let go, you'll regret it... Aaaaaah!"

Before the threatening words could be finished, Li Su was pulled back and heard the sound of bones breaking, accompanied by Boss Wang's heart-wrenching screams.

"Who do you think you're going to get? You stupid pighead, others may be afraid of you but I'm not. I'm not one of Hongke Films. If you dare to make me unhappy, I don't care what kind of director you are or what your business is. If I want you dead, even the King of Hell won't dare to let you live."

"How dare you speak to my Tangtang in such an arrogant tone? You've really gone against the heavens! If I don't teach you a lesson today, you won't know why the flowers are so red."

Just then, Tong Tong went outside to warn, "Teacher Li, the security guards are here!"

In the blink of an eye, Li Su let go and pulled Meng Tang back to a safe distance.

When the security guards rushed in to ask who was causing trouble, Li Su acted like a movie star, wiping away fabricated tears and making accusations.

"I never expected that Chairman Wang is a wolf in sheep's clothing. He dared to take advantage of us in broad daylight. Just because he is the boss, he dared to lay a hand on a defenseless girl. Does he think the law is just for show?"

Chu Weiwei rushed forward and supported the trembling Chairman Wang. "You're talking nonsense! It was clearly you who laid a hand on Chairman Wang, and you're still here slandering him for taking advantage of you. Look at the state you've created for him! If you call the police, you're finished!"

Li Su shrugged, demonstrating what it means to lie through one's teeth.

"When did I lay a hand on you? Do you have any proof?"

Chu Weiwei said firmly, "I saw it, the manager saw it, and the company has surveillance cameras. You can't use any excuses!"

Li Su said "Oh," and added, "Then I'll say you laid a hand on me. I'm innocent and have nothing to hide. If you're so capable, produce some concrete evidence. Anyone can make empty promises."

Mr. Wang was so angry that his hands were trembling. "Call the police immediately! Get the surveillance footage! I'm going to make sure this bitch spends the rest of her life in jail!"

But to everyone's surprise, this time it was the security guards' turn to stammer and hesitate.

"Mr. Wang, the surveillance camera has been covered with a plastic bag at some point, so it probably didn't capture what happened just now..."