"Filming a commercial? You mean like those ones on TV where they hold up a product and show it off?" Hu Shiqi asked, a hint of curiosity in her voice.
"Something like that," Fu Yao said, gazing at Hu Shiqi's flawless face. The more she looked, the more she felt the girl was truly suited for it.
Lin Yan was also beautiful, of course, but her aura was a bit too strong. Moreover, since she already had her own studio, she likely wouldn't be filming commercials.
"Will there be any pay?" Hu Shiqi was quite interested.
Ever since she came down from the mountain, she had been living off Lin Yan, eating and staying at her place. This made her feel a little embarrassed, so she was very concerned about whether this job came with remuneration.
"Of course, there is, and quite a bit too. You're an adult, right? If you are, you can sign the contract yourself. If you're not an adult yet, your parents will need to help sign it," Fu Yao explained clearly to Hu Shiqi.
"I should be an adult by now, right?" Hu Shiqi recalled that when she went to the Special Incident Handling Bureau to get her ID card, she had filled in that she was an adult for convenience.
Although her appearance was relatively young when she first transformed, their fox clan was skilled in shapeshifting, and appearances could be adjusted.
Back then, she had thought that appearing younger might make Lin Yan more sympathetic!
"Yes, you are an adult. Do you really want to go?" Lin Yan gave her a definitive answer. Hu Shiqi's identity information had been processed by her and Hu Shiqi together, and legally, she was indeed an adult.
"Yes, yes, I want to go," Hu Shiqi nodded in response.
"Then let Lin An take you. I believe Ms. Fu won't let Shiqi suffer any losses, right?" Lin Yan looked at Fu Yao.
Fu Yao felt a bit pressured under Lin Yan's gaze. She couldn't understand how this young woman, who was clearly just a girl, could make her feel more pressure than facing her boss.
"Not at all, I will absolutely not let Miss Hu suffer any losses," Fu Yao assured her.
"Then I'll trouble you, Ms. Fu."
Hu Shiqi was quite interested in the entertainment industry, and starting here seemed like a good opportunity.
Although the Lin family hadn't ventured into the entertainment industry, people in that circle were quite superstitious and held the Lin family in high regard. Therefore, a metaphysical family like the Lin family did have some influence in that sphere.
While Hu Shiqi went to film the commercial, Lin Yan also handled some work at her studio and then handed over the operations to the junior disciples of the Lin family who were staying behind.
Lin Yan had left behind many high-level talismans, which would be sufficient for them to handle certain matters.
After sending Man Man back to the old residence, she, along with the junior disciples participating in the trial大会 this time, set off.
Wei Wanru was left behind to look after Man Man, though not solely for that purpose.
Shi Man was very safe at the Lin family's old residence. Lin Yan mainly wanted Wei Wanru to find a way to enter the male protagonist's mausoleum when he left it and retrieve some useful items.
Lin Yan's group consisted of ten people. Lin Yan was the youngest among them. Of course, since they were considered the younger generation, the oldest was not over thirty.
Within this group, Lin Yan's position was incredibly stable; her word was law.
Before setting off, Lin Yan clearly stated the objective of their trip and also motivated her junior disciples.
However, the people from the Lin family had great faith in Lin Yan. They all believed that with their senior disciple in charge, everything would be fine.
Lin Yan was responsible for leading the team, while Lin Xu handled the logistics. He had been in extensive communication with the Zhang family, who were hosting the sword trial大会, exchanging information with them. The Zhang family had also sent over the arrangements and schedule.
The Lin family was not the earliest to arrive for this trial大会, but they were not late either.
Upon reaching the hotel arranged for them, after dropping off their belongings, they went to chat with friends from other families.
What they called "chatting" was actually gathering intelligence.
Lin Yan, together with Lin Xu, was inventorying the items they had brought, checking if anything else was needed.
On the first evening of their arrival, after the Lin family members had a good rest, they spent the second day exploring a temporary trading venue that had been set up.
This trading venue was provided by the Zhang family, and all participating families could set up stalls there.
Lin Yan saw many things that piqued her interest at this trading venue. However, the transactions here did not involve money but rather items that interested the stall owners.
Given that it was the time of the trial大会, items that could be used during the trial大会 were naturally more sought after.
Lin Yan exchanged some of the talismans she had brought for many items that she found interesting.
She acquired some elixirs from the Pill Sect and some spirit artifacts from the Artifact Sect. However, Lin Yan chose items with special effects.
Because she found it quite interesting, Lin Yan also exchanged for some items that ordinary mortals could use, planning to give them to Zeng Xuanming upon their return.
Soon, news spread that someone at the trading venue was a generous spender. However, when those who knew Lin Yan saw this generous employer, they understood what was going on.
Having all been stimulated by Lin Yan's travels and aware of her talent in talismans, they came forward to greet her.
"Senior Sister Lin, long time no see."
"Oh, it's Junior Sister Lin. Is your Lin family not setting up a stall? I was thinking of trading for some talismans with you."
Lin Yan politely exchanged pleasantries with them. "We only arrived yesterday. We're planning to assess the situation first before deciding on setting up a stall."
"By the way, Senior Sister Lin, didn't you say you've been researching spatial talismans? How is that going?" a member of the Fang family, who had maintained contact with Lin Yan, inquired.
"I've made some progress. I'll get a number plate tomorrow and set up a stall. Everyone is welcome to come and take a look."
"When Senior Sister Lin offers something, it's bound to be top-quality. We definitely can't miss it."
Thus, the matter of setting up a stall was settled by Lin Yan at the entrance of the trading venue.
The trial大会s in the metaphysical world in previous years were not as harmonious. Back then, no one was convinced by anyone else, and every sword trial大会 was fought fiercely.
However, after the world became peaceful and there were no more conflicts of interest, the trial大会s in recent years had become much more harmonious.
Their sparring sessions were kept within limits, and the competitions were primarily academic.
Now, the exchange of items was for the final stage, the highlight of the entire trial大会: clearing out ghosts from a small ghost realm.
This ghost realm was carved out from some ghost realms by several powerful figures in the Xuanmen for the younger generation to practice on.
Upon entering the ghost realm, they would have to use their individual abilities. The family that captured the most ghosts would win.
The prizes each year were provided by the leading families. The items were not exceptionally precious, but the younger generation wasn't doing it for the prizes; they were competing for pride.
The same applied to various sects and families. When their younger disciples excelled, it brought honor to their names.