The Summit would start at eight. It wasn't even seven yet, but everyone had already arrived. Speaking of which, although the content of the Summit was important, in Hua Xia's society of human relations, making friends and building good relationships was the most important thing. Big investment bosses, big-name celebrities, and even producers, who were rarely seen, had all appeared at this moment. Who wouldn't be anxious to get familiar and send a few business cards?
Even Cai Lan, who was beside him, was chatting cheerfully with a group of investors, fighting for cooperation opportunities. Blue Heart, Department Head Wang, and other high-level representatives of Xin Ao were even more popular in the industry. Xiao Zheng sat in a corner, keeping a low profile, leisurely sipping his wine. Although he had been exposed a few times, there weren't many people in the entertainment industry who could recognize him at a glance. Adding on the fact that he deliberately hid himself, it was even more difficult to be exposed.
Society was like this. As long as you weren't ugly, wore gold and silver, and had a few bodyguards by your side, you would be able to walk around the business plaza. If you walked around the business plaza, you would definitely be surrounded by a lot of star-chasers. It didn't matter if you knew them or not, you would first shout "I love you" and then ask for a photo and autograph. On the other hand, even if you were a famous celebrity, as long as you removed your makeup and wore ordinary clothes, it would be very difficult to see through your celebrity identity.
The night outside the window was beautiful, resplendent and magnificent. Swirling the red wine in his glass, Xiao Zheng's gaze fell on the familiar faces in the venue. Whether it was Blue Heart, Department Head Wang, Lu Qier, or Ru Yu, they had all grown up to be independent people. They were shining in their own fields. For a moment, Xiao Zheng was a bit dazed. Everything in front of him seemed like a dream, so unreal.
"Mr Xiao. Why are you sitting here drinking alone? "
Cai Lan's concerned voice suddenly rang out.
Xiao Zheng looked up and glanced at Cai Lan. "I'm not familiar with this industry, so I came to see." Xiao Zheng smiled and threw him a cigarette. "Why don't you chat with those investors more? Maybe you could sign a few more shows. "
Cai Lan respectfully received the cigarette and said with a solemn expression, "The company has arranged many projects for me. There are variety shows, joint venture blockbusters, and TV series tailored for me. In the short term, my resources are actually quite plentiful. There was no need to discuss cooperation with outside investors. The chat just now was just to get to know each other. "
Xiao Zheng smiled and nodded, not saying much. He just slowly tasted the red wine.
People always crave attention when they are penniless. Some of them even went so far as to commit outrageous acts. But with the constant change of position. But he slowly understood the taste of tranquility. One person, one cup of wine, looking at this extravagant and extravagant world, sighing with emotion, reminiscing for a while, he was already satisfied.
Xiao Zheng had progressed too quickly. In a short span of four years, he had already reached a position that many people could never reach in their entire lives. If it were an ordinary person, they would at least display basic pride and arrogance, even if they were not arrogant to the point of looking down on everyone. But Xiao Zheng didn't. Five years overseas and two years in the army had polished his young heart to be extremely steady. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he was not shocked by favor or disgrace.
On the contrary, without these seven years of training, Xiao Zheng definitely wouldn't have been able to smoothly reach where he was today.
"Mr. Xiao. I think you're a man with a story. "Cai Lan suddenly said aloud. "I'm not flattering you, it's my heartfelt words."
After a pause, Cai Lan lit a cigarette, an apologetic expression appeared on his warm but handsome face. "I also apologize for what I said in the afternoon. I must have been possessed. "
"It's fine." Xiao Zheng shook his head and smiled indifferently. "It's all for the sake of living."
Cai Lan saw that Xiao Zheng didn't care, but a hint of admiration appeared in his eyes. "Mr. Xiao, I've heard of your experience. From being a security guard to where you are today, it's only been a mere four years. To put it bluntly, many people say that you live off a woman and that you only have today because of Boss Lin. But in my opinion, it's because of you that Xin Ao has today's achievements. The Phantom series and Xin Ao Village aren't achieved by living off a woman. "
Xiao Zheng smiled and glanced at Cai Lan. "Why do you suddenly want to talk to me about this?"
Cai Lan immediately replied, "Because I think I'm very similar to you!"
After a pause, Cai Lan continued, "Of course, in terms of ability and charisma, I'm definitely not as good as you. But in terms of life experience, I'm the same as you. I also started from nothing to where I am today, step by step. "
Cai Lan took a drag of his cigarette and suppressed his somewhat excited emotions. "I graduated from high school at 18. Because of my father's gambling habits, my family was penniless. I couldn't even afford the tuition fees. Later, I ran into many walls before an entertainment company was finally willing to take me in. The boss was a middle-aged woman. She kept me in the company for half a year, and finally used some connections to sell my contract to an entertainment company in Korea at a low price. I stayed there for five years. "
"I've released a few albums and also appeared on some variety shows. I don't have many fans and my income isn't high, but I'm much better than ordinary white-collar workers. Later, when I had some savings, I brought my mother to live with me. It wasn't until the contract expired two years ago that I returned with my mother. I met CEO Lan and entered Xin Ao Village. "
Xiao Zheng patiently listened to Cai Lan's life experience. Although Cai Lan said it casually, perhaps only the people involved knew how difficult this road had been. Whether it was the half a year he was suppressed in the company, or the unfamiliar Korea. If it wasn't for great perseverance, Cai Lan would have collapsed a long time ago.
From the looks of it, it was Xiao Zheng who underestimated Cai Lan. He thought that Cai Lan was just a pretty boy who fought for a woman's affections. He relied on his good looks to get to where he was today.
"These years, I've met all kinds of celebrities, bosses, and even some officials who are interested in the entertainment industry. But only you, Mr Xiao, can give me the demeanor of a real big shot. "Cai Lan said word by word. "You're very low-key and very kind. You don't have the insolence of being famous at a young age, nor do you bully others. Even to a subordinate with bad intentions like me, you still have a good attitude. "
"I'll be embarrassed if I don't help you fight for more resources." Xiao Zheng took a sip of red wine and handed Cai Lan a second cigarette. "Go do what you need to do. As long as you have the ability, you don't have to worry about not being able to make it. Even if I don't help you, CEO Lan will give you enough resources. "
Cai Lan nodded lightly, his face showing gratitude.
"But I hope you remember how you got to where you are today, step by step." Xiao Zheng said slowly. "If one day you succeed and become a big shot, remember to treat the people around you well. Remember to treat the beggars around you well. Most of them are you from back then. "
Cai Lan's body trembled slightly, and he nodded heavily. "I will remember Mr Xiao's teachings!"
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