Chapter 196 - Chapter 196: Pretty Internet Celebrity
Chapter 196: Pretty Internet Celebrity
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Liu Yanyan sneered and provocatively said, “Audiences have praised me for being a talented actress with good looks, but you’re just a pretty internet celebrity.”
Bai Xue clenched her fists upon hearing this, as she had grown tired of people labeling her as an internet celebrity. She was determined to break free from that stereotype one day.
Bai Xue retorted, “So what? I’m flooded with offers, while actresses like you have what, exactly?”
Liu Yanyan felt increasingly frustrated. Before Bai Xue’s arrival, the company had distributed resources to those who deserved them. Now, everything was handed to Bai Xue, even if it meant taking opportunities away from more capable talents.
Liu Yanyan angrily stated, “True, you have many offers, but haven’t they dwindled recently?”
Bai Xue stammered, “You!”
Bai Xue glared at Liu Yanyan, but her anger left her speechless.
Liu Yanyan smiled and taunted, “What’s the matter? Did I say something wrong?”
Bai Xue sneered, “I don’t agree to have Liu Yanyan represent us. She’ll only tarnish the company’s reputation.”
Liu Yanyan laughed and said, “Who’s been damaging the company’s reputation all along? Can’t you see it? If I go and don’t succeed, that’s all it is. But in your case, your unscrupulous actions could harm the company’s image.”
Bai Xue widened her eyes, fuming as she exclaimed, “Liu Yanyan, what did you say? Who’s unscrupulous?”
Tang Xiaohong interjected, “Let’s all calm down. The decision has been made, and Liu Yanyan will be going. Bai Xue, you already have a heavy workload, and we’re concerned about your well-being.”
Bai Xue glared at the others and said with a cold smile, “Hmph… As soon as Li Yan leaves, you start ganging up on me, huh? You’re just envious of my success. In any case, I oppose Liu Yanyan going.”
Liu Yanyan furrowed her brows and retorted, “Bai Xue, the company doesn’t revolve around you. Your behavior is disgraceful.”
Liu Yanyan’s words left Bai Xue feeling somewhat embarrassed. Bai Xue huffed, ignored Liu Yanyan, and turned her attention to Tang Xiaohong and Wang Wei.
“Vice President Wang, Sister Tang, do you think it’s right for her to criticize me like this?” Bai Xue asked. “With such poor behavior, do you think she’s worthy of representing the company?”
Tang Xiaohong remained silent for a moment before saying, “Bai Xue, I understand that you’re not feeling comfortable right now. You brought up your health issues first, which is why we chose Liu Yanyan.”
Bai Xue, with a gloomy expression, replied, “Even if 1 felt unwell yesterday, it doesn’t mean I’m unwell every day. But you purposefully hid the Chen Group’s endorsement deal from me. It’s disappointing.”
Tang Xiaohong frowned and said strenly, “A/Iiss Bai, you can’t accuse me falsely. How could I hide anything?”
After a pause, Tang Xiaohong said, “Yesterday, you called me and told me you were unwell, that you were unable to go to the set, and that Mr. Li instructed you to rest at home. How could 1 discuss the endorsement deal with you then? I can’t possibly force you to go if you aren’t feeling well.”
Bai Xue disregarded the explanation and declared, “I must go to the Chen Group’s audition. You deal with it as you see fit. I’m leaving.”
With that, Bai Xue promptly left the office.
A hint of coldness flashed in Wang Wei’s eyes.
This woman, Bai Xue, displayed no self-awareness. Only out of respect for Li Yan had Wang Wei been tolerating her behavior. When she first arrived, she was somewhat reserved, but now, her success had made her increasingly arrogant.
Tang Xiaohong sighed as she furrowed her brow. Bai Xue’s behavior was unseemly, and if she continued like this, the company might lose its talents.
Liu Yanyan knew that Bai Xue had offended the Vice President and Sister Tang, but she didn’t add insult to injury. She just kept silent. Liu Yanyan knew that someone would take care of Bai Xue, so she didn’t have to be the bad guy here.
Tang Xiaohong reluctantly said, “Vice President Wang, as you see, Bai Xue is quite determined, but indeed, Bai Xue is not suitable for this. We must handle this delicately.”
Tang Xiaohong didn’t dare to offend Li Yan, but at the same time, she didn’t want Bai Xue to ruin such a rare opportunity for the company.
Wang Wei remained silent for a moment and then replied, “Bai Xue is indeed quite self-assured. Please proceed with the original plan. Miss Liu Yanyan will represent us with the Chen Group. As for Mr. Li, I will personally bring this matter up to him. Now, you can go about your tasks.”
Liu Yanyan’s concerns faded when she heard the Vice President’s decision. With Mr. Li abroad, the Vice President was the highest authority, and having his approval assured her that everything was in order.
Tang Xiaohong breathed a sigh of relief too. With Vice President Wang and their team on their side, the situation was manageable.
Tang Xiaohong said, “Alright, Vice President, we will get to work.”
Once they left the Vice President’s office, Liu Yanyan caught up with Tang Xiaohong and asked cautiously, “Sister Tang, is it really okay not to include Bai Xue in this deal?”