Taming The Hidden Bigshot By Kissing Him
Chapter 403: She is Jealous of Qiao Xi, So Bitter

Chapter 403: Chapter 403: She is Jealous of Qiao Xi, So Bitter

The director of Haicheng TV Station had just bid farewell to the Liu Family at the entrance of the station when he caught sight of Huo Xingzhou, an even more sought-after figure of prestige. He quickly walked over to greet him.

"President Huo, what brings you here? Could it be to pick up your wife? I’ve long heard that the relationship between President Huo and the Young Madam is quite admirable, truly the envy of everyone," the TV station director was exceedingly polite to Huo Xingzhou, as Tianyuan Group also invested a significant amount of money in the station each year.

"I’m here to get her. I’ve heard that your station is about to launch a new variety show?"

"Yes."

The director’s heart raced, instantaneously grasping his implication.

The variety show was something Lin Xifei was participating in, and she had just had a conflict with Young Madam Huo.

President Huo was here to show support for his wife!

Huo Xingzhou’s eyes were cool as he stated, "I’ve heard that a lot of shows, after being filmed, cannot be aired for various reasons. It could be due to censorship, the reputation issues of the actors involved, among other things. Do you understand?"

"I do, but..."

In Haicheng, Tianyuan Group held the ultimate authority. Yet Lin Xifei’s backing was also not so easily provoked.

"I’ll handle the situation. I’ll compensate for the losses of this variety show, and next year, Tianyuan Group will double the advertising investment with your station. Also, I don’t want to see Lin Xifei endorsing any Haicheng brands, you can manage that with your connections, right?"

This was an ultimatum to utterly blacklist Lin Xifei in Haicheng.

The director immediately felt relieved to hear he would take care of things and said, "President Huo is truly considerate. I will do my best to meet your requests."

Within a few sentences, the two exchanged favors, and Huo Xingzhou’s expression remained indifferent.

His influence might not reach the Imperial Capital, but certain individuals should not be causing trouble in Haicheng, bullying his people right under his watch.

Eager to express his sincerity, the director immediately told a staff member, "This evening’s recording hasn’t started yet, go to the makeup room and inform Lin Xifei that our equipment is having issues, and that the recording of the program might need to be rescheduled."

"Alright," his deputy hurried off on this rather unpleasant task.

The director smiled and said, "President Huo, right this way."

During the conversation, the two slowly walked towards the backstage makeup rooms.

The door of one room opened, and there was Lin Xifei, dazzlingly attired and ready to go on set, when she heard the assistant director say tonight’s recording was canceled due to equipment failure, with no indication of when it would be restored, and she should return to her hotel and wait.

"Our Miss Lin’s time is precious; she just flew back to Haicheng to record the show. How could such a major issue arise?"

"We’re truly sorry. There’s nothing we can do, Miss Lin," the assistant editor replied.

First, they’d send her back, and then in a couple of days break the news to her about the change of cast.

After all, President Huo would back them up.

After all, Lin Xifei had been in a rush to return, without even a final contract signed, there wasn’t any astronomical penalty for breach.

Lin Xifei bit her red lips, it was only because this variety show was so popular that she eagerly flew over for the recording.

Lin Xifei’s assistant wanted to say more but was stopped by her.

She spoke irritably, "Fine, arrange for the RV to take me back to the hotel."

"Let’s go, let’s go."

As they had just packed up and prepared to leave the makeup room, they saw a group of people approaching from the opposite hallway. The man leading them, with his incomparably handsome face, immediately attracted the attention of many.

Even the normally haughty Director Yang of the TV station was very courteous in front of him, even lowering his posture.

This face was not unfamiliar to the people of Haicheng.

"It’s President Huo from Tianyuan Group."

"It’s really him in person."

"He’s here to pick up Teacher Qiao after work, right? I’ve long heard that they’re deeply in love. Who would have thought there could be true love even among the wealthy elite—a real-life prince and Cinderella story."

"You misspoke; Young Madam Huo can hardly be considered a Cinderella. Don’t forget her real identity as the Liu Family’s little princess. They are a match made in heaven, a talented man and a beautiful woman—such a marital fate would leave even the matchmaker god speechless."

Some people even took out their phones to take pictures and show off on their social circles that they saw the president of Tianyuan Group from Haicheng today.

Lin Xifei stood at the doorway of the dressing room, staring at him from afar, feeling a sour taste in her heart.

Such a wealthy and powerful man, yet so deeply devoted and exclusive, even taking special time out of his busy schedule to pick up his wife from work. Reflecting on herself, although Zhong Lingxiao doted on her, he would never visit the set. Every time, it was she who actively sought his attention, warm-faced.

That Qiao Xi really has a good life!

"Lin sis? Are we leaving now?" the assistant asked softly.

"Wait a bit; let’s say hello to President Yang before we go," Lin Xifei acted like a diva but still had some sense. She wouldn’t easily offend those with power.

So upon knowing Qiao Xi’s identity, her attitude changed instantly, and she apologized.

She had always been accustomed to bullying the weak and fearing the strong.

The group of people opposite slowly approached, and both parties met in the corridor.

When President Yang saw Lin Xifei, he greeted her with an extra warm smile and said, "Xifei, I’m really sorry. I didn’t expect such a big mishap to occur at our station. Since you’ve just returned from abroad and need to adjust to the time difference, go back to the hotel and have a good rest. When it’s time to film normally, I’ll have someone notify you."

Lin Xifei was discontent inside but still maintained surface pleasantries, "Okay then, I’ll wait for your call. I’m very much looking forward to filming this program; I hope your station won’t let me down."

"Hahaha."

President Yang glossed over it with a laugh.

He clearly promised Huo Xingzhou he would find a way to kick Lin Xifei out of the recording, yet when facing the person concerned, he was watertight.

Lin Xifei was unaware of President Yang’s intentions; she never imagined that even with the support of the great young Zhong, there would be those who wouldn’t give her face.

Her gaze slipped past Huo Xingzhou, and upon closer inspection, she was even more stunned by the man’s demeanor and appearance.

She prided herself on her beauty, yet this man did not even give her a glance, as though she was completely invisible. Thinking of his status, Lin Xifei could only hold back her anger inside.

"President, since you have an honored guest to entertain, I shall take my leave first."

Lin Xifei revealed a rather perfunctory smile.

"Take care on your way," President Yang was a smiling tiger, friendly-faced towards anyone, which made him seem very amiable.

He even sent his assistant and deputy director to escort Lin Xifei, doing full justice to the outward formalities.

Once they left, his smile diminished greatly, and he turned to Huo Xingzhou, saying, "President Huo, the entertainment industry is really frivolous. People in this circle think that once they’ve climbed a little up the social ladder, they become arrogant and despise others. But Lin Xifei’s roots in the Imperial Capital are quite deep; we can’t touch the resources she has there."

"It doesn’t matter," Huo Xingzhou said with a slight smile, "Relying on others’ power to bully others is never a long-term solution."

He thought that Zhong Yi wouldn’t let his big brother’s power grow unchecked.

The inner conflict of the Zhong Family was bound to end in a decisive outcome sooner or later.

The so-called heir was just a title given by others, with not much real power.

Zhong Yi was a man of great ambition; he would surely find every possible way to seize the position of Family Head. The Old Master of the Zhong Family was very old, and any slight mishap could lead to his demise at any time.

By then, the Zhong Family would surely be a lively scene.

President Yang said cheerfully, "You’re right. This way, please. Your wife is in this dressing room."

President Yang was incredibly relieved he had assigned the best dressing room to Qiao Xi—who could have expected the esteemed President Huo of Tianyuan Group would come to the TV station to pick up his wife from work.