The next morning, An Zihao received a phone call from the boss of Hongchuan Film and Television inviting him to lunch.
An Zihao had never interacted with anyone from Hongchuan before, but Hongchuan had a certain status in Beijing. So, he arrived on time and used it as a way to build connections.
An Zihao had no idea that this was a trap set up by Annie and her cousin. He simply thought they invited him because they wanted to work together.
Annie's cousin's surname was Xie. Even though he said he was the boss of Hongchuan, it was only because he had shares in the company. The one who had the final say was actually his father.
But, his father didn't like Annie, so he never helped her.
"Director An, you've been quite popular in the industry lately..." Xie Tong stood up from the dining table and extended his right hand towards An Zihao. "Thank you so much for coming."
As soon as An Zihao stepped into the hotel, he understood the man's status, so he did not prepare to work with him. He originally thought someone from Hongchuan was here to discuss a collaboration. Who would have thought, it was a powerless person.
"Thank you, young master, you're too polite," An Zihao extended his hand and shook the man's hand.
"Actually, I know you have a stunt double that signed a contract with 'The Savage Wars'. But, the role was originally reserved for my agency's artist. So, I wanted to ask if it's possible for your man to give up the role," Xie Tong asked in a serious tone. Xie Tong pretended to be serious. "That role is very important to us. So, you can name your conditions!"
After hearing this, An Zihao did not say a word...
"Oh, by the way, I also know you have an action actress called Annie. If you're willing to give up the role, I can help Annie secure a good role."
An Zihao smiled and asked Xie Tong in return, "You came prepared? Young Master Xie, are you asking me to sacrifice my artists? "
"How is this considered a sacrifice? Chen Xingyan still has plenty of opportunities. Didn't I agree to give Annie a role that's not inferior to 'The Savage Wars'? After all, she's working for you, so this shouldn't be a problem for you. "
"Why aren't you compensating Chen Xingyan?" An Zihao asked as he got straight to the point.
"Because the starting point of the production is quite high. According to Chen Xingyan's request, she can't go," Xie Tong replied straightforwardly. Xie Tong replied straightforwardly, "Director An, no matter how I look at it, this matter is beneficial to you. Don't tell me you still want to reconsider?"
"By sacrificing Chen Xingyan, the three of us can achieve our goals. After you compensate Chen Xingyan, wouldn't that be a win-win situation?"
An Zihao's eyes were originally focused on the table, but after hearing Xie Tong's words, he remained calm, "I won't be touching Chen Xingyan's role. So, I don't think we can go through with this deal."
"What if I could give Annie a better role?"
"I don't need it," An Zihao replied.
Xie Tongcai looked at An Zihao with a serious expression. The two men stared at each other for quite some time. In the end, Xie Tongcai leaned back in his chair and glared at An Zihao, "For Chen Xingyan, her role in 'The Savage Wars' isn't that important. I'm sure you know this, right? Yet, you're not willing to give a better opportunity to Annie? "
"Young Master Xie, this is my business."
"Aren't you afraid that Annie will find out about this?" Xie Tong asked with a deeper meaning. "I really feel sorry for Annie. Plus, Director An, I don't think you're as rational as the rumors say. If you had a brain, you wouldn't have rejected such a generous offer so easily."
"Annie, I have my own plans! If Young Master Xie has nothing else to say, I won't stay any longer. I still have something to do in the afternoon. "After speaking, An Zihao buttoned up his suit and stood up from the sofa to leave.
Not long after, Annie approached Xie Tong from a nearby booth with a gloomy expression on her face.
"It seems, it's time for you to get a new manager," Xie Tong said straightforwardly. "An Zihao has no intention of training you. At least, for the time being, all his energy is focused on Chen Xingyan."
Annie understood what Xie Tong was saying.
But, An Zihao had signed her on, yet he didn't train her properly. Why was he doing this?
At this moment, Annie still didn't understand the reason.
Afterwards, Xie Tong pulled out a business card from his pocket and handed it to Annie, "If you've thought it through, give me a call here."
After speaking, Xie Tong also left the hotel, leaving Annie all alone in her seat in a daze.
Not long after, Annie returned to the apartment to find An Zihao installing a game console for Chen Xingyan in the living room. At that moment, she thought An Zihao had always been high and mighty and would never do something so small for anyone. But, her judgement was obviously wrong...
"Mr. An... today, I received a phone call from Hongchuan Film and Television. They want me to audition for a role..."
"I'm not going," An Zihao replied without turning his head as he picked up his tools.
"But why?" Annie questioned. "Why can't I attend the audition?"
"Hongchuan is only barely reliable. Plus, it's only during the chairman's reign. The higher-ups are currently in a mess. If you go... you might fall into a trap."
"Mr. An... are you trying to stop me from developing?"
Hearing this question, An Zihao finally stopped what he was doing and lifted his head to look at the serious Annie, "Trust is the prerequisite for cooperation. Do I need to stop you from developing?"
Annie did not respond...
However, she thought to herself, if there was no prerequisite, he wouldn't have done it.
But, with Chen Xingyan, he would!
"If there's nothing else, get some rest. Don't think too much."
Annie clenched her fists and headed upstairs to her room. She then pulled out the business card that Xie Tong had given her.
It wasn't like she had no choice but to follow An Zihao.
Plus, the way An Zihao treated her, it was obvious that he had never treated her like an artist that yearned for success. From start to finish, he made her wait. In order to protect Chen Xingyan's role, he even rejected Xie Tong's offer.
Annie couldn't understand what was going on, so she gave Little Five a phone call to complain. At this time, Little Five reminded her, "Annie, I think Mr. An only appears to value you on the surface, but he has a motive. Did you know? I have a feeling that he brought you back because he wanted to provoke Chen Xingyan. "
Hearing this, Annie froze in shock...
Because Little Five's words had woken her up!
Chen Xingyan had never been obedient to An Zihao's teachings, so he found her to motivate Chen Xingyan. This was also the reason why An Zihao didn't care about her future!
Reality was cruel...
Annie thought bitterly. So, in a fit of anger, she directly called another agency...
"Don't expect me to back out so easily. Since you've played me, then I will return the favor!"
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