"What kind of nonsense is this! Even if she's not my biological daughter, you can't slander her like this! What do you mean by 'I believe in my daughter's character'! Oh, so she means she doesn't believe in our Sister Weiwei?"
Little Nuomi complained into the video call, her phone connected to Song Yuan.
She was still at the An County Film and Television Base.
Due to her exceptional skills, she could work as both a martial arts instructor and a stunt double, capable of replacing an entire platoon by herself. Her senior brother, having tasted the benefits, was unwilling to let her go until this movie was finished.
She had filmed a night scene yesterday, and before she could even get out of bed, Little Nuomi's video barrage began.
"Brother Yuan, you won't believe it, Song Yiran and Mrs. Xia were interacting on Weibo, it was so filial and loving!"
"Oh."
"I've seen it all! This is the first time I've seen celebrities tearing each other apart, with their parents jumping into the fray in the first round!"
"Mm."
"And do you know what the worst part is? The Xia family actually hired internet trolls! Hired trolls to deal with their own daughter, whom they raised for over twenty years. Do you think they have any shame?!"
"No."
"Exactly!"
Nuomi was fuming. Seeing the person on the other end doing sit-ups, she immediately pouted in dissatisfaction. "Brother Yuan, can you show some of your anger in response? Can you not be so indifferent? I feel no sense of participation!"
"Alright."
Song Yuan stopped. Dressed in a black training outfit, she was tall and fit, possessing a neutral beauty that blurred gender lines.
She picked up the water on the table and gulped down a few mouthfuls.
Nuomi stared wide-eyed through the screen, "Brother Yuan, you're so cool! If you were a man, I'd definitely cling to your leg and force you to marry me!"
After finishing her water, Song Yuan glanced back at her a few times, "Where's Xiao Liang? Did she see it?"
"She saw it! With such wide dissemination, all sorts of haters are acting like demons, making sure everyone knows she was attacked by her adoptive mother. How could she not know!"
"What did she say?"
"Sigh, she said not to bother."
Song Yuan calmly stated, "She's doing the right thing. Mrs. Xia speaking out carries a lot of credibility. In the eyes of outsiders, if it weren't for Xiao Liang being too much, why would a pampered socialite have to discard her reputation and personally get involved?"
"So, the public opinion is very unfavorable to Sister Weiwei!"
"Trust Xiao Liang. She knows what to do."
Nuomi was truly uncertain. What else could be done but to endure?
Whether she remained silent or retorted, anything Sister Weiwei said now would be wrong.
Admittedly, Xia Yiran's move was truly ruthless!
Hmph, so what if you have family backing you up!
They were all Sister Weiwei's family!
As Xia Wei Liang emerged, she saw Nuomi video calling with Song Yuan. She leaned over to greet her, "I heard you're personally getting involved?"
"Mm, I got a small role. No lines, just a few moves."
"Not bad, Brother Yuan. Do you know that such a small role is fought over fiercely in the industry, yet you got it effortlessly!"
"Do I care?"
"..."
Fine! Brother Yuan is the king of the world!
"Regarding the Xia family, should I go and deal with a few of them?"
"Wait—hold on—"
Xia Wei Liang suddenly leaned closer, her face almost pressing into the phone screen, "Brother Yuan, let's resolve this in a mortal way!"
"Alright then."
As the call ended on this end, Director Du's call came through on the other.
Ever since their fight in his office last time, Director Du had been avoiding her, delegating tasks directly to Ji Huan.
Now that she had returned with the title "Variety Show Goddess," her Weibo topics were trending, and endorsements poured in. What grudge could he have against money?
The former Xia Wei Liang was a problematic artist!
But who was the current Xia Wei Liang?
A walking money-saving machine!!
Arriving at the company, she pushed open Director Du's office door, "Old Du, what's up?"
"Oh, Xiao Liang, you're here. Did you have breakfast? If not, I'll have someone buy you some!"
Xia Wei Liang waved her hand, "No need, no need. Just tell me what's on your mind, I have an itinerary later."
"Okay, then I'll get straight to it." He pulled out a few contracts from his drawer and pushed them towards her, "These are endorsement deals I've carefully selected for you. Take a look."
To his surprise, she pushed the pile of contracts back without even looking at them.
"Uh, what does this mean?" Director Du was still smiling, but the smile on his lips was becoming a little stiff.
"I have no plans to take on endorsements for now."
"Why?" Director Du's voice involuntarily rose.
Fighting in his office was a minor issue, but refusing endorsements was hitting the core!
"I don't want to deplete myself. To establish a solid position in this industry, one cannot have short-sighted goals."
"Have you considered the company's interests?!"
Director Du slammed the table, "Why are you like Ji Huan? Were you born to anger me? Do you know how much money the company spent to cultivate you? Now is the time for you to give back to the company, and this is how you do it?"
Xia Wei Liang looked at him coldly and slowly stood up.
"You, you what? Why are you standing? You... just sit there and talk..."
Director Du found seeing Xia Wei Liang and Chu Qiao together painful, but at this moment, neither of them could afford to offend!
What a frustrating situation!
"Old Du, if you have any issues with me, just state them directly."
"I don't, why would I..."
"I'm still trending on Weibo, and you're not thinking about how to handle my public relations, but rather rushing to secure a few endorsements before the situation escalates... Aren't you afraid of the matter blowing up and costing you dearly?"
Director Du forced a smile, "As long as Brother Yi is here, it won't escalate..."
Xia Wei Liang truly disliked dragging Xiao Yi into everything. She frowned, "Let me tell you, Old Du, whether you're willing to spend money is your business, but don't bring up Xiao Yi for everything from now on!"
She didn't want to say more and walked out, slamming the door.
Director Du was quite annoyed, "What temper!"
Xia Wei Liang was not in a good mood. Calling her to the company for such a trivial matter, were they leeches?
As she and Nuomi left the office and before the car arrived, they were surrounded by a swarm of reporters.
"Niang Niang, Mrs. Xia has publicly questioned your character. What do you have to say about this?"
"Xia Wei Liang, are you implying that your on-screen performance is all an act by not responding?"
"What do you have to say to the parents who raised you for over twenty years?"
Nuomi was anxious. These questions were all very unfriendly, as if they were deliberately looking for trouble and slandering her!
"Excuse me, which media outlet are you from?"
"We won't answer your provocative questions!"
The reporters protested, "We have the right to ask questions! The public also has the right to know! Since she is a celebrity, she should bear her responsibility!"
"Exactly! If she's not guilty, what's there to not say!"
"So many people who care about and like Miss Xia are waiting for your response! Please face the camera now and give us an answer!"
She had seen many hostage situations, but never a hostage situation involving mouths.
Xia Wei Liang wouldn't believe for a second that they weren't there to cause trouble!
She lowered her eyes and smiled, "You want me to respond? Fine, I'll say a few words."
"Sister Weiwei! No!" Nuomi frantically waved her hands at her. Su Dan Novel Network
She knew Sister Weiwei's temper too well!