Shangguan Chenlu's car disappeared into the night. Wen Liang stood for a while, his hands in his pockets, and walked towards the end of the street, following the colorful lights. As soon as he turned the corner of the intersection, he looked up and saw Lin Jing standing alone at the door of a department store. Next to her was the Audi they drove when they came together, looking at this side with a worried look on her face.
Seeing Wen Liang appear, Lin Jing breathed a sigh of relief and hurried over to him. Without waiting for him to speak, she explained, "Boss Yin and Boss Meng asked me to stay and see if the boss has any other instructions..."
With such a fierce conflict, no matter how ignorant Meng Yin and the others were, they would not leave her alone to wait here. Most of them probably volunteered, but Wen Liang did not ask more questions and said, "What time is it?"
Lin Jing hurriedly looked at her watch and said, "One seventeen!"
“Can you drive?”
“Yes, but it’s not very good!”
"Call Meng Fan and ask him which hotel he put Ye Ling and Mu Jin in. You drive me there."
"OK!"
Seeing that Wen Liang looked tired and his expression was more serious than ever before, Lin Jing didn't dare to say much. She opened the car door and let him sit in the back seat, then drove to the Chang'an Hotel that Meng Fan mentioned.
Thirty minutes later, the Audi stopped at the entrance of the hotel. After receiving Lin Jing's call, Meng Fan immediately went to the hotel lobby to wait, and led Wen Liang and Lin Jing to take the elevator directly to the 17th floor.
"How will this turn out?"
"I feel better now. I asked the hotel to arrange a midnight snack. Yuhua is talking to them."
Wen Liang said nothing more, and walked forward silently. The long corridor was covered with carpet, but there seemed to be heavy footsteps echoing in his ears. Meng Fan quietly fell back two steps, turned his head and looked at Lin Jing. Lin Jing shook her head slightly, meaning that she didn't know why, anyway, the boss was not in a good mood, and it was better to be careful in what he said and did.
Ye Ling sat on the sofa, holding a cup of water in her hand, her long hair tied up with a rubber band, staring blankly at the floor, wondering what she was thinking. Mu Jin, on the other hand, was much more heartless, sitting cross-legged on the floor, eating a rich midnight snack around a small table, listening to Shao Yuhua's gentle voice and occasional laughter, and seemed to have forgotten the terrible experience of tonight.
Hearing the sound of the door opening, the three of them turned around at the same time. Wen Liang walked in first and said with a smile, "Are you used to living here? If you are not satisfied, tell Mr. Meng and ask him to move us!"
Ye Lingteng stood up, rushed two steps, and tried hard to hold back tears. With tears in his eyes, he said, "It's good, but it's too much trouble for Mr. Meng... This place is too expensive. In fact, we can just find a small hotel to stay for one night..."
Meng Fan smiled and said, "It's not a big deal. Just stay here and don't worry about money!"
Mu Jin also stood up and washed off her makeup. She looked much more innocent than when she was a hostess in the bar. She should be around 20 years old. After leaving the smoky environment of the bar, her personality seemed to have become more lively. She smiled and said, "I have never stayed in such a luxurious hotel. Since you said so, Brother Meng, we won't be polite!"
Wen Liang laughed at her and said, "Boss Meng is most afraid of others being polite to him. The less polite you are, the happier he is. Anyway, we are dividing the land among the rich, so there is no need to save money for him. Okay, stop standing one by one, sit down."
Everyone sat down. Ye Ling wanted to thank him again, but Wen Liang waved his hand to stop her from talking. He said, "What happened tonight is over. Don't mention it again. It's just that you have offended Wei Chenlong. I'm afraid it will be unsafe for you to sing in the bar in the future. What are your plans next?"
Ye Ling said blankly: "I, I don't know..."
Wen Liang knew that she had been working hard on the road of music. It was understandable that she would find it difficult to accept the sudden change tonight. He said, "If you haven't thought about it yet, I have two plans. Listen to them and we can discuss the next step if they are suitable. How do you think?"
"Um!"
"First, if you don't want to sing anymore, I can find you a nine-to-five job in Beijing. Even if you can't be as glamorous as a star, it's not too bad compared to ordinary people. Second, if you still want to continue singing, you can go to Hujiang or Lingnan. I have some connections there, so I can ask them to help you. You don't have to worry about your safety, but whether you can become famous depends on your own efforts."
Ye Ling hesitated again and again, unable to make a decision. In the past year of working hard in Beijing, she has experienced many hardships that she could never imagine before. She is no longer the little girl who simply holds a guitar and believes that she owns the whole world. She knows very well that the two paths given by Wen Liang are the best choices at the moment. If she was not lucky enough to meet a good person like him, let alone two paths to choose, her life would have been ruined by Wei Chenlong.
But for those who have moved to Beijing, the capital is the supreme place that carries their dreams and future. Leaving here is like a fish leaving water or a tree without roots, and they can no longer find the kind of faith that can guide their direction.
She finally made up her mind and said, "I still want to sing..."
Meng Fan, who was standing next to him, suddenly leaned close to Wen Liang's ear and whispered something. Wen Liang's eyes lit up and he looked Ye Ling up and down, making her feel uneasy. He said, "Maybe you don't have to leave Beijing. Mr. Meng has just established a music and artist management company. Are you interested in signing a contract with them to become a singer?"
The 1990s was the decade of the entertainment industry's explosion. Many well-known big-name film, music, and agency companies, such as Brothers and Golden Wind, were established in the past two years. After Meng Fan took charge of Phoenix Bird, he conducted a detailed market research and decided to enter the entertainment market with unlimited business opportunities. The recently reorganized entertainment center has a dedicated film, television, and record production department. Wen Liang was confused by Shangguan Chenlu's words and forgot that his company already had the function of signing artists. When Meng Fan mentioned it, he suddenly realized that Ye Ling actually had a third way to go!
"Ah? I, can I?"
"Of course you can. Your voice is very distinctive and recognizable, and you are beautiful. If you package it well and launch it on the market, you will definitely be a big hit! Yuhua, what do you think?"
Meng Fan has been cramming some knowledge about the entertainment industry during this period, and he can talk about it very well. However, it is unknown how much of it is because he really thinks highly of Ye Ling, and how much of it is just to please Wen Liang.
"Mr. Meng is absolutely right. I am also optimistic about Miss Ye. In fact, I had this idea in my mind just now, but I didn't dare to say more because I didn't know what the two CEOs thought." Shao Yuhua was in charge of matters in this area in her previous cultural company. Her understanding of the relevant profession is unmatched by Meng Fan. Even she said such words, which shows that she is really attracted to Ye Ling.
Wen Liang comes from a later era of developed media and universal entertainment, so he thinks much more deeply. As a so-called star, half depends on ability and half on operation. Ye Ling's ability is self-evident. With his heart and ability to be moved by the singing many times, one can imagine how contagious the voice is. As for operation, with Phoenix Bird's current capital and the large number of talents it has recruited from the industry, it should not be difficult to make Ye Ling famous, not to mention making her famous!
Wen Liang smiled and said, "Mr. Meng will only say good things, but you have to think clearly. The company has just been established and is still exploring various aspects. It will take a relatively long time from signing you to releasing the album..."
However, from a safety perspective, if Ye Ling signs with Phoenix Bird, the training, song selection and production will take at least half a year. During this period, she does not need to show up in public, and even if she stays in Beijing, she does not have to worry about Wei Chenlong coming to cause trouble again. After a year or so, Wei Chenlong will no longer be a concern.
"Mr. Meng's proposal can be considered, but you should not be hesitant and say what you think. Perhaps if you go to Hujiang Lingnan, you will have much better development opportunities than under him."
"I do!"
Ye Ling agreed without hesitation. She had been working hard in Beijing, from the roadside to the overpass, from the overpass to the bar. Wasn't she waiting for the day when she would be discovered by a record company, become a signed artist, and finally release her own album
Although she knew nothing about Meng Fan's company, she should be thankful for it no matter from which perspective!
Wen Liang and Meng Fan smiled at each other and said, "In that case, let's go to the company to sign the contract tomorrow. I hope to hear your album as soon as possible. Don't forget that I am your loyal fan. You promised to give me free tickets to your concert. You can't go back on your word, okay?"
"Well, if that day really comes, you will definitely be the most important guest at my concert!"
This was the conversation between the two when they met by chance in the underground passage of the train station. Now it seems like a long, long time has passed! Who would have thought that two people who met by chance would meet again in this way in the vast world? Is it destined to happen
What about Shangguan Chenlu? Will she really die at the most blooming age, just as she expected, and turn into a speck of dust in the secular world
After dealing with Ye Ling, Wen Liang looked at Mu Jin who was jumping for joy while holding Ye Ling's hand, and said with a smile: "What about you? Are you still planning to go back and trick people into drinking?"
Mu Jin pouted and said, "I think the scary thing is that I can't go back. Sigh..." Her emotions came and went quickly. In a blink of an eye, she became happy and said, "Luckily, I have a buddy who is a chef in a restaurant. If things don't work out, I can go to his place and be a waitress. Anyway, I won't starve to death!"
A little girl like her who is used to the society has a strong ability to survive, and it is not easy for her to starve to death. But such a little girl can stand up when her sisters are in trouble. This courage to face life and death is greater and more profound than most people in this world!
Most of the people who are brave and righteous are butchers. People's true nature is revealed in times of trouble.
Wen Liang likes this person very much!
Mu Jin clasped her hands together, resting her chin on her hand, and said with longing, "I'll rent a house with Sister Ling later. During the day, she'll sing while I serve dishes, and when we come back at night, we can taste the braised pork I stole from the restaurant. Ah, this is a life that even gods wouldn't trade for!"
"Don't dream. Ye Ling has signed a contract and will live alone in a place arranged by the company. Her daily schedule is full of training, classes and studies. It's not easy for you to see her. How can you want to eat braised pork together?"
"Ah?" Mu Jin suddenly became anxious and said, "Doesn't that mean we have to separate? I, I don't want to!"
Ye Ling was also reluctant to separate from Mu Jin. She looked at Wen Liang with her big eyes full of longing. Wen Liang couldn't bear to continue teasing them and said, "It's not impossible for us not to separate, but..."
Mu Jin grabbed Wen Liang's hand and said, "But what? You said, as long as I can do it, I will go through fire and water. If I frown, I am not named Mu!"
When Mu Jin was picking up rich guys and selling them drinks in the bar, she was quite charming. She was also quite adorable when she was joking just now. But now that she is anxious and angry, she even uses all her tricks as a gangster. She is really a person who has worked hard in the society and she is so ruthless!
"But if you are willing to work for Mr. Meng, you can live with Ye Ling."
"Work? What kind of work?"
Wen Liang pointed at Meng Fan and said, "His record company needs not only singers, but also staff. If you perform well, you can be appointed as Ye Ling's assistant and agent..."
"broker?"
Meng Fan continued, "Even if Ye Ling becomes famous in the future, you will be in charge of what events she attends, what promotions she accepts, what songs she sings, what clothes she wears, etc. You will be her housekeeper and partner!"
"Okay, okay, I'll do it, I'll do it!" Mu Jin's eyes lit up before she even finished listening, and she quickly agreed, fearing that Wen Liang would go back on his word if she hesitated for a moment.
Wen Liang was not a random arrangement. Mu Jin is lively and smart by nature. She has good ability to deal with interpersonal relationships and external pressure. With a little training and sufficient understanding of the entertainment industry, she is a competent candidate for an agent. In particular, she and Ye Ling have a deep sisterly relationship and can work together to avoid a lot of unnecessary trouble!
After everything was arranged, Wen Liang got up and left. Shao Yuhua stayed here to accompany the two women, and Meng Fan also booked a room next door to deal with emergencies. Lin Jing drove him back to the apartment. Along the way, Wen Liang returned to the state when he arrived, with his eyebrows knitted together, looking very worried.
Lin Jing glanced in the rearview mirror, feeling somewhat puzzled. Although she had not been with Wen Liang for a long time, she was in awe of this unfathomable boss, whether from what she had seen with her own eyes or from what she had heard from others. Not to mention the thrilling confrontation in the bar just now, the broken bottle, the fierceness of the fight, the spurting blood, and the calmness of standing in the pool of blood, all showed her another side of Wen Liang:
Power, dominance, bloodiness and shocking charm!
For a man like this, what could possibly make him so upset
"Boss Wen, are you worried that Wei Chenlong will cause trouble?"
As a senior corporate white-collar worker, Lin Jing is accustomed to all kinds of office politics. She has always been cautious in her words and actions and would never ask questions that she shouldn't ask. However, since joining Chuangtu and meeting Wen Liang, it is not the first time that she has done such a stupid thing and rashly intervened in areas that she should not be involved in.
"It has nothing to do with him..."
Wen Liang said this and then stopped, which made Lin Jing secretly regret it. As expected, the more you talk, the more mistakes you make. Unexpectedly, after a while, Wen Liang asked again: "Are you hungry? Come have some midnight snack with me?"
Lin Jing's body trembled slightly, the steering wheel turned, and the car almost forced to change lanes. She steadied herself in a panic and said, "Okay, I'm hungry too, but it's so late, I wonder if there's any place open?" (To be continued)