In a moment of stunned silence, a declaration appeared on Su Yutong's refreshed computer screen.
It was from none other than Luo Bingxuan, the reigning queen of the music scene, and her words were resolute: "I guarantee with my personal integrity that Mr. Ye Xuan is absolutely not as some people online have claimed. Mr. Ye Xuan is an exceptionally rare talent in the music industry..."
"What is this!?"
Seeing Luo Bingxuan's official statement, Su Yutong couldn't help but be stunned. "Good heavens, a music queen guaranteeing with her personal integrity, that's no small matter!"
However, Luo Bingxuan's statement was merely the beginning.
To Su Yutong's astonishment, one heavyweight celebrity after another, top-tier stars, began to speak out.
Music king Long Zeyu: "I've seen the online comments; it's entirely the slander of Mr. Ye Xuan by certain entertainment companies. I guarantee with my character..."
Hall of Fame singer Hou Zhen: "The pure will remain pure. With irrefutable video evidence, no amount of paid commenters can succeed. Netizens, please do not be manipulated by those with ulterior motives..."
A-list singer Chen Cong: "..."
...
In an instant, all the singers who had filled half the music scene at Ye Xuan's concert began to issue official statements, directly confronting the mastermind behind the public opinion, some even pointing fingers at ST Entertainment.
Not only that.
With the collective support of singers from across half the music scene, Su Yutong and Tian Lai Music went all out, followed by numerous top-tier singers from the entertainment industry who also voiced their support.
Meanwhile, the countless paid commenters hired by Jin Zhiming's trusted subordinate were effectively blocked. After all, the influence of many Chinese singers and top entertainment stars could not be ignored.
As the situation escalated, the students in the Tianhai School exchange group, seeing the numerous singers and entertainment stars rallying in support, became incredibly excited.
"Damn, they've gone mad, this is insane!"
"My goodness, the music scene, the entertainment industry, this move... amazing!"
"Hahahaha, this is going to be good. The influence of these singers and stars is a million miles ahead of those paid commenters!"
"My little stool is ready, waiting to spectate. Hmph, you thought you were something just because you're from Korea's ST Entertainment, daring to offend our Senior Ye Xuan. You'll get what you deserve!"
"Go get 'em, music and entertainment industry! Let the storm rage even fiercer!"
"As expected, our male god is still our male god. Before he even showed his face, so many reinforcements have arrived, tsk tsk!!!"
...
Tianhai University, in the dormitory.
With a bang.
Lu Tong slammed his desk, "Damn, that felt good!!"
"Boss is amazing, so many singers and stars, Boss's influence is immense!!"
Xiao Ming and Zhang Zitian also smacked their lips. Boss's counterattack this time was undoubtedly powerful and ruthless. How could those paid commenters compare to a music queen and an entertainment industry queen?
They were on completely different levels. How could they even fight?
Of course, what shocked them even more was that ST Entertainment was a highly influential company in Korea, with significant sway even domestically. Yet, these singers and stars showed absolutely no deference to ST Entertainment. If they were told this had nothing to do with their Boss, they wouldn't believe it even if beaten to death.
"But, speaking of which, why hasn't Boss shown up yet?"
Zhang Zitian, looking at the buzzing online world, couldn't help but smack his lips. According to their Boss's usual style, this wasn't like him.
"This..."
Hearing Zhang Zitian, Xiao Ming pondered for a moment, then thought of a very small possibility. "You guys think... Boss doesn't know yet that he's being targeted by ST Entertainment?"
Lu Tong and Zhang Zitian exchanged glances, disbelievingly saying, "That... that can't be, right??"
They knew their Boss was being targeted like a dog by that ST company. If he still didn't know, it would be as if their Boss wasn't even in this world.
Imperial Capital Military Region, Commander's Office.
"Quite an attack strategy. This farce should come to an end now."
Wang Zhantian smiled faintly and then issued an order to his subordinate. "Ye Xuan has made significant contributions to China. Go, convey my order to notify all public figures to lend their support."
"Does Korea's ST Entertainment really think they can run rampant within China?"
"Yes, Commander!"
A subordinate of Wang Zhantian heard the order and responded resolutely, then began organizing the counterattack.
Sports champions, renowned scholars, business magnates...
And so on.
Without exception, they all issued official statements, crushing the public opinion that Jin Zhiming's trusted subordinate had invested considerable effort to create, with overwhelming force.
Meanwhile, on the other side, in an office of the Jingxiu Financial Group.
"Pfft!!!"
Jin Zhiming's trusted subordinate, who had intended to check the results of the online battle, spat out a mouthful of tea when his gaze fell upon the clear stream of support from public figures across various Chinese sectors. His eyes stared incredulously at the computer screen. "What the heck, how is this possible!!"
"Isn't that Ye Xuan just a celebrity? How can he have such immense influence!?"
"Damn it, this is a huge problem now!!!"
Jin Zhiming's trusted subordinate, looking at the overwhelming support, felt his heart sink to the bottom. Even if he were foolish, he knew what this meant. The only possibility was that their intelligence was inaccurate.
Immediately, Jin Zhiming's trusted subordinate left the office to personally report this news to his boss, Jin Zhiming.
A few minutes later, in Jin Zhiming's office.
"What did you say!?"
Upon hearing his trusted subordinate's report, Jin Zhiming completely lost his composure, jumping up from his seat. "Fools! A bunch of fools!!"
"What do I keep you for!!!"
Unquestionably, Jin Zhiming flew into a rage. Upon learning that public opinion had not only failed to ruin Ye Xuan but had instead put them on the defensive, the situation was dire.
Jin Zhiming's trusted subordinate's face flushed red. He had specifically confirmed that their investigation was not flawed, but... Ye Xuan was too deeply hidden. Even now, they hadn't figured out what other identities Ye Xuan possessed. However, one thing was certain: Ye Xuan's identity was absolutely formidable, otherwise, he couldn't have achieved this.
After a barrage of scolding, Jin Zhiming wished he could punch his subordinate to death. After a long while, he dismissed the subordinate and then took a deep breath, gazing at the beautiful scenery through the large floor-to-ceiling window. "Since that's the case, we can only settle for the next best thing: kill that little brat!!!"