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Chapter 100 Qiao Xi is Forced to Mentor the Newcomer

Chapter 100: Chapter 100 Qiao Xi is Forced to Mentor the Newcomer

"No, not at all." Wang Li also found it strange, "I haven’t heard of anything, what does President Fang want from you?"

The company knew that Wang Li was in cahoots with Qiao Xi, so they wouldn’t let her in on anything.

"I’m just guessing blindly here, but since the company knows you’ve taken on Director Mo’s film, they’re probably thinking of getting you to mentor some newcomers."

Mentoring newcomers is a common practice in every entertainment company.

This wasn’t Qiao Xi’s first time mentoring either.

Director Mo’s movies were aimed at winning awards, and since he had personally approached her, Qiao Xi didn’t want to do anything that would ruin her reputation.

Did President Fang think he could just place people wherever he wanted?

Qiao Xi’s gaze turned cold.

But if President Fang really did want to do this, it wasn’t like he couldn’t make it happen.

Look at that, this was how Le Entertainment Company treated her, its own artist.

"I’m headed to the company now."

"Tell me when you’re about to get to the building, and I’ll come down to meet you."

"Okay."

At 2:40 p.m., Qiao Xi arrived at Le Entertainment.

She and Wang Li took the elevator up together.

When they entered President Fang’s office, they realized there were already several people inside.

Two were the company’s newcomers, both female, and one was Zhou Junqi.

Zhou Junqi’s enthusiasm was intense upon seeing Qiao Xi, his eyes sticky like syrup, "Teacher Qiao, long time no see."

Qiao Xi nodded slightly, her demeanor distant, "Hello."

"Please, have a seat."

President Fang invited them to sit down and then had the two newcomers greet Qiao Xi.

"Hello, Teacher Qiao, I am Zhi Fei."

"Hello, Teacher Qiao, I am Wei Xue."

Both were youthful and pretty girls, brimming with vitality.

Qiao Xi thought back to when she first entered the industry, full of hope for the company and longing for the entertainment world.

But most of the time, fantasy and reality are miles apart.

Qiao Xi offered them a faint smile, her gaze shifting to President Fang, "President Fang, if you have something to say, please speak directly."

"Now that everyone’s acquainted, and as you can see, Zhi Fei and Wei Xue are both very spirited young girls. As a senior in the company, Teacher Qiao, why don’t you mentor them?"

Wang Li sure had guessed correctly.

Qiao Xi smiled gracefully, "What exactly do you need me to do, President Fang?"

"For Director Mo’s ’Detective in the Republic,’ just find a spot for these two kids. A minor role with a little screen time will do."

President Fang thought this was not a big ask.

Just a little screen time — how lightly he said it.

Was Qiao Xi just a lead actress, but also expected to bring others into the project, as if she were an investor with control over the director’s decisions?

President Fang continued, "You’ve seen Zhou Junqi’s acting, and you’ve even been co-stars. I heard the male lead hasn’t been cast yet. Since you’re the lead actress, just mention it to Director Mo, I’m sure he’ll take your suggestion."

He was merely informing Qiao Xi, not asking for her opinion.

As the boss, he made the arrangements, and his artists were expected to listen.

President Fang didn’t find his demands unreasonable at all.

Since she didn’t accept the scripts offered by the company, fine, he thought he would just slot Zhou Junqi into the film she did accept.

Qiao Xi’s cool phoenix eyes looked towards Zhou Junqi.

Zhou Junqi flashed her a confident smile, "Teacher Qiao, I’m certain we will work well together, trust me!"

President Fang’s words dictated that she still had to obey obediently.

Did she think she could dodge him by not appearing in the same movie?

Impossible!

Qiao Xi: "..."

Wang Li: "..."

They were both amused by the shamelessness of these two individuals.

Zhou Junqi thought he could play the male lead in Director Mo’s movie?

The fact that the male lead hadn’t been chosen yet meant the role was significant.

If she dared to suggest Zhou Junqi to Director Mo, he’d likely chase her down with a forty-meter-long curved saber!

These people are insane!!!

Qiao Xi fought back her laughter, her mouth twitching slightly, "President Fang, as you know, I don’t have much clout. It’s only right for me to mentor the juniors, but Director Mo has a reputation for not accepting any shortcuts. If I were to do this and then Director Mo decides to replace me, what then?"

President Fang slammed the table, his face filled with an angry look that seemed for Qiao Xi’s own good, "How dare he replace you? Even if he does, you have other dramas to take on. Why must we fixate on shooting his film!"

Zhou Junqi chimed in harmoniously, "President Fang is right! Teacher Qiao, there are plenty of good scripts out there, we’re not dependent on Director Mo alone."

Qiao Xi: "..."

Is President Fang brain dead?

If it wasn’t because he was her superior, she would’ve turned on her heel and left.

And Zhou Junqi, is he an idiot?

Or do they both think she’s a fool?

Qiao Xi suppressed the irritation welling up in her chest.

She was so frustrated she could hardly speak.

Wang Li was also inwardly cursing them, but her face showed concern, "President Fang, if Xixi breaches the contract, the company will have to pay a huge penalty to Director Mo. This would be a loss that’s not worth the gain."

President Fang, use your brain!

Are you really only growing older without an ounce of wisdom?

Damn!

President Fang: "..."

So why did you sign the contract in advance?

President Fang was livid.

Zhi Fei and Wei Xue didn’t dare speak in this atmosphere.

They didn’t have a place in this conversation.

The room fell silent for a moment before Qiao Xi compromised, "President Fang, here’s what I can do: I can introduce Zhi Fei and Wei Xue to Director Mo, but I can’t guarantee any results, as you know my influence is limited."

President Fang’s expression softened a bit.

"As for Teacher Zhou..."

Zhou Junqi’s eyes sparkled as Qiao Xi’s phoenix eyes looked his way, his heart skipping a beat.

— She must be about to take him on as the male lead, who else could it be?

Qiao Xi really has an eye for talent!

Uncomfortably, Qiao Xi shook her head, "Director Mo is notoriously strict. Teacher Zhou is indeed great, but I’ve heard that the production team has been in contact with the esteemed Jiang Yongge. If I rashly mention these things to Director Mo, I fear the company may offend GK Entertainment."

Jiang Yongge, last year’s Golden Horse Award-winning actor, had recently signed with GK, which was Shen Dang’s entertainment company.

Compared to Jiang Yongge, Zhou Junqi doesn’t even stand a chance!

No, there’s simply no comparison!

Wang Li couldn’t help but glance at Qiao Xi.

She hadn’t heard this piece of news at all, so how did her darling know?

President Fang and Zhou Junqi’s faces immediately darkened.

Zhou Junqi looked towards President Fang, a trace of urgency in his eyes.

He didn’t want to miss out on this great script!

If not the male lead, the secondary male lead would do!

What Zhou Junqi had in mind, President Fang had considered as well.

He certainly couldn’t offend GK, with their current prominence, including the backing of IDC Capital.

He looked at Qiao Xi and suddenly smiled warmly, "I know your heart is with Le Entertainment. I trust what you’ve said, but if the male lead isn’t possible, take a look to see if Teacher Zhou might be a good fit for the secondary male lead, what do you think?"

Of course, Qiao Xi wasn’t going to foolishly agree on the spot. She smiled faintly, "President Fang, since I’m willing to mentor Zhi Fei and Wei Xue, I don’t mind including Teacher Zhou. But again, everything is at the discretion of Director Mo."

Zhou Junqi: "..."

Qiao Xi mentoring him?

Ha!

Did he really need her to guide him?

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