Lin Xiaoman quickly grabbed his hand, softly comforting: “You’re good, you did very well, really.”
Xiaobai would rather her scold him than see her like this: “Scold me, I harmed you, it’s all my fault.”
Lin Xiaoman’s expression softened, her tone gentler than ever: “No, you discovered me and achieved me.”
“No, I harmed you. If I hadn’t tricked you into signing that contract, you wouldn’t be restricted by this company.” Xiaobai was extremely guilty, tears falling rapidly, “They’ll do anything for money. You could have had better development, could have avoided these annoying things, it’s all because of me!”
“If I hadn’t met you, I would have been in a worse situation.” Lin Xiaoman gently patted his shoulder, comforting, “You discovered me when I was at a dead end, gave me a chance to succeed. I’ve always been grateful to you. Without you, there would be no me today, so please don’t blame yourself, okay?”
“But I pushed you into the fire pit.” Xiaobai cried uncontrollably.
“You forgot, you once treated me to ice cream.”
Lin Xiaoman could feel the original owner’s feelings at that time, so sweet. Human encounters always have cause and effect.
Lin Xiaoman felt that Ni Yubaai meeting Xiaobai after leaving home was also due to their predestined relationship. The seeds of their fate were planted, and she who crossed over came to face the result – everything had its meaning and necessity.
She didn’t understand the meaning before, but now seeing the crying Xiaobai and Xie Chi handing him tissues.
Lin Xiaoman suddenly understood that these two people were her important partners in returning to the top! In the entertainment industry, no one can go far alone. She needs a team to help her behind the scenes, and these two are exactly what she needs.
So what if she’s been schemed against? She has a group of people who truly care for her.
“I’m sorry, I’m sorry!” Xiaobai was too excited, crying and hugging Lin Xiaoman, “Don’t worry, I’ll definitely be a responsible manager in the future!”
Lin Xiaoman patted his back affectionately. Looking up, Ji Zhiyan was standing outside the window, looking at them before walking away indifferently.
Lin Xiaoman: …
“I’m not such a fragile artist, nor can I be easily ruined, so please don’t worry,” Lin Xiaoman said confidently.
“Besides, I believe in them.”
Although Xiaobai had many flaws, Lin Xiaoman believed that an agent who quietly fought for her day and night was worth more than all the perfect agents.
Lin Xiaoman knew the scandal wouldn’t be easily resolved, but she refused to admit defeat: “Then watch carefully.”
The next day, when Lin Xiaoman woke up, Ji Zhixian was already gone. Remembering the tough words she had spoken to Ji Zhixian last night, Lin Xiaoman was energized. She had a tough battle to fight today.
The company had done such things behind her back, and she wouldn’t pretend everything was fine.
Today, she would show them that she wasn’t under their control. She was going to terminate her contract!
She had always wanted to wait until she was more confident to make her demands. But she never expected the company would be so ruthless, hyping her up without considering her image or future development.
So, she must terminate her contract!
Although she knew the company wouldn’t let her go easily, she still wanted to make her stance clear.
Lin Xiaoman finished her makeup, and Xiaobai called just then, saying he was outside the residential complex.
Because she couldn’t let anyone discover her connection with Ji Zhixian’s company, she always had Xiaobai wait outside.
As soon as she left the complex, she didn’t see the company’s van. A black Audi slowly glided in front of her. The window rolled down, and Xie Chi was in the driver’s seat. Slightly rolling up his long sleeves, revealing his beautiful pale wrist, looking quiet and well-behaved, Lin Xiaoman couldn’t help but smile.
Xiaobai sat in the passenger seat, calling out guiltily: “Xiaoman.”
“Weren’t you supposed to call me dad?” Lin Xiaoman laughed as she got in the car.
Last night, Xiaobai had been so drunk he was incoherent, crying while declaring his loyalty: “From now on, Xiaoman, you’re my dad. Screw this company, I don’t care! Whatever you say goes, I’ll listen to everything!”
“Dad!” Xiaobai quickly complied.
Lin Xiaoman rolled down the window, and the wind rushed in, blowing her long hair, making her look like a magazine cover. She squinted, corners of her mouth raised: “Let’s go cause some trouble, dad.”
For some reason, Chu Daizi felt that she was being targeted. After being scared away by Lin Xiaoman last time, she carefully reflected and felt embarrassed. Now being threatened again, Chu Daizi couldn’t stand it.
“Who can’t talk tough?” Chu Daizi stepped forward, her face full of disdain. “But what can you do to us?”
You clearly signed a contract with the company. You should know that this is a society governed by law, and we must act according to the contract.”
“Not bad, actually knowing about the rule of law,” Lin Xiaoman applauded sarcastically.
“Since you signed the contract, you must listen to the company,” Chu Daizi said angrily. “After climbing up the ladder, you want to dump the company? How can it be that easy!”
“Listen to the company?” Lin Xiaoman sneered, “Continue to let you exploit my interests, continue to make improper hype for traffic, continue to squeeze me dry while I only get a pitiful one-tenth of the proceeds?”
Chu Daizi looked at Manager Chang: “Is this true?”
“She signed it herself,” Manager Chang quickly argued. “We didn’t force her.”
“Scammers don’t force people either,” Lin Xiaoman retorted. “Does that mean the law can’t do anything about them?”
“Fine, you can take the legal route if you want,” Manager Chang replied. “But I’ll warn you in advance that a lawsuit takes several months, and during these months the contract remains valid. The company can make you do whatever we want. Guess, can we destroy a traffic star’s goodwill in one or two months?”
“That’s too despicable!” Xiao Bai said indignantly.
Manager Chang smiled triumphantly: “That’s why you’re too young.”
Lin Xiaoman took out her phone and edited a Weibo post: “Seeking everyone’s help to save my agent @Poison Tongue Xiaobai. Yesterday, the rumors got increasingly strange, and agent Xiaobai was heartbroken and drinking. I have to be both a father and pay the bill, which is really not easy. Please let the rumors stop with the kind-hearted, and take care of our poor selves.”
“Go ahead and repost,” she said.
Xiaobai stared blankly at Lin Xiaoman’s actions: “Why don’t you consider becoming an agent? This move is too impressive.”
Directly confirming their relationship, leaving no room for speculation, while playing the victim and clarifying the rumors.
He had long noticed that Lin Xiaoman was very familiar with public relations, handling matters even more skillfully than himself, an experienced veteran of three years.
“You’re flattering me,” Lin Xiaoman humbly waved her hand, “It’s mainly your credit.”
“Yes, although my few hundred thousand followers are fewer than yours, their loyalty is high. They will definitely believe me.”
“No, no, no, it’s your appearance,” Lin Xiaoman casually threw out, “You look reliable, so everyone definitely won’t misunderstand.”
Xiaobai deeply reflected, having actually hoped she would praise him.
“Lin—Xiao—Man—” A clear voice with a hint of hostility suddenly rang in his ear.
Ji Zhixian turned around.
The boy staring at his phone had somehow dyed his hair blonde, looking even fairer, and even with a furrowed brow, his peach blossom eyes filled with tears would make people fond of him.
“Who is she?” Yan Yu seemed somewhat unhappy.
“An artist,” Ji Zhixian closed Weibo and threw his phone on the table, changing the subject, “Are you training well here?”
