The Martial Artist Turned Movie Mogul
Chapter 564 - 563. Waist Cut!

Chapter 564: 563. Waist Cut!

[Blogger, what else do you have to say?]

[So, where did you get that audition list you posted before? It’s so unreliable.]

[The blogger had said it was from a friend, but now it seems like such a shitty friend is better off gone.]

[Pfff, hahaha, so this is what it’s like to get screwed over by a friend? Am I the only one who doesn’t believe it?]

[The one above, you should be asking who would believe this. It’s still called a friend, who knows where that news even came from.]

[Sigh, after all that fuss, turns out we were led astray by the blogger. Enough is enough, we can’t play along, goodbye to you!]

[Goodbye, and never see you again!]

Thus, this internet celebrity with eight million followers experienced a rapid decline in their fanbase, plummeting to four million in a very short time.

A cut at the waist!

Of course, the ones happiest about the news were naturally Tang Shu’s fans.

[hhhhh~~~ My idol is still my idol, just so badass!]

[Just one question, who else is there?!]

[I knew this would be the outcome all along, not surprised——]

[I’ve been waiting and thought I’d see my idol fall once, but alas, she fooled us again.]

[Fooled us again +1]

——This was the Versailles-style boasting from loyal fans.

[What? She really got the role on merit????]

[At first I only supported her, but deep down I also felt my idol might lose, I never expected...]

[It’s true what the loyal fans say, believe in my idol, eternal life!]

[I was so naive, truly, even though my idol succeeds in everything, how could I have doubted her?]

[Wahhh, I was wrong, I shouldn’t have doubted my idol’s abilities, I apologize——]

——This was from the new fans who had supported her at first, but weren’t very confident.

Inside Starshine Media, the public relations team heaved a sigh of relief after seeing this message.

Shen Yan and Xiao Li, who had been extremely tense, finally got a moment of relaxation.

"Finally, no trouble——"

***

Among those affected most by the update from the "Corridor Pavilion" crew was Mu Ziwei.

In the makeup room backstage, the person in question quietly watched the entire video, and had to admit that Tang Shu’s Lu Xiangtong was indeed better than herself.

As an actor, she had made a fundamental mistake: it’s not about whether the character is likable or not, it’s about whether the actor can face her positively and bring her to life.

The news was causing a sensation, and Wang Zheng, who was sitting on the couch waiting across from her, had also watched the video and was shocked by Tang Shu’s acting skills.

"In less than a year, her acting skills have undergone such a dramatic transformation?"

There was no denying, this woman was the kind that got spoon-fed by fate!

"Ziwei, she will be a tough rival for you!"

Such great acting skills at a young age, in two more years wouldn’t she outstrip the rest?

Mu Ziwei sneered, her long fingernails digging into her flesh, "I’ve already lost to her this time."

No need to wait for the future, her opponent could already keep her from getting roles now.

Wang Zheng was startled, then his expression darkened, "This time, she got lucky."

The makeup room fell into silence once again, and even the makeup artist working on Mu Ziwei could feel the chill in the air.

Having been in this line of work for so long, they had gradually come to understand some unspoken rules. Like pretending they hadn’t heard anything, they once again applied makeup for their employer.

"Wait, didn’t the production team explain why she was on the judges’ panel?"

Wang Zheng’s question came through, prompting Mu Ziwei to lower her head to check the messages again.

"No, they didn’t."

Indeed, they had not. The production team had only announced Tang Shu’s audition time and footage.

However, as soon as Mu Ziwei had uttered those words, she realized something, "So... is the production team avoiding the main issue?"

There had been no straightforward response as to whether Tang Shu was a pre-selected actor or not!

At this thought, her eyes gleamed, and a cold smile appeared on her lips.

"Corridor Pavilion" intends to play a game of Mission: Impossible with everyone?

"Miss Mu, your makeup is done."

"Thank you."

As someone knocked on the door outside, Mu Ziwei, during the intermission, stood up and stepped onto the stage once again.

This was a commercial performance.

Ever since her return from the U.S., Mu Ziwei’s value had soared, and as a result, Vast Entertainment had packed her schedule, with commercial performances alone lined up back-to-back for five shows.

"Let’s welcome Miss Mu Ziwei back to the stage with a warm round of applause!"

On stage, the Abbot, microphone in hand, boosted the atmosphere to a peak with an exhilarating voice, while the accompanying music backstage also started playing.

Mu Ziwei took a deep breath, lightly lifted the long hem of her dress with her right hand, and walked towards the center of the stage, meanwhile waving and greeting her fans.

"Ahhh—Goddess Weiwei, I love you!"

"So beautiful. Indeed, a beautiful person looks good in anything~~~"

The Abbot slightly raised his hand to signal a pause and started a back-and-forth banter with Mu Ziwei, smiling all the while.

For this type of commercial performance, there’s usually a script, and the questions for the interview are prepared in advance, making the atmosphere especially harmonious.

However...

There are always exceptions. During the random questions segment from the audience, a hiccup occurred.

"Miss Mu, you participated in the "Corridor Pavilion" audition last week; do you have any thoughts on Tang Shu’s audition footage?"

At the commercial performance venue, a media outlet, which originally planned to ask other questions, saw Tang Shu’s audition footage online half an hour prior and, aiming to get exclusive material, abruptly changed their topic.

It was completely unexpected.

As soon as these words were uttered, many in the audience focused their gaze on Mu Ziwei, the person in question, with curiosity, anger, and scrutiny.

And the Abbot, responsible for controlling the situation at her side, his face darkened at a visible rate.

A live broadcast accident—this definitely counted as the biggest live broadcast mishap in recent times!

The seasoned Abbot quickly adjusted his expression and smiled, placing the microphone to his mouth, "This reporter, the question you’ve asked is unrelated to our company’s products~~~"

Asking such a tricky question to the star during the commercial performance, was it a sign of disrespect towards the star herself, or towards their brand?

With just one sentence, he essentially refused to answer, defusing the current crisis.

However...

The Abbot’s good intentions were not appreciated by the person involved.

"It’s fine. Since the reporter friend has asked, I’ll use a bit of the brand’s precious time to answer your question."

The reporters below the stage lit up, "Please, Miss Mu, go ahead."

The Abbot paused, looking at the person beside him in surprise, then conceded the floor after a brief moment of deliberation.

Mu Ziwei, holding the microphone, smiled, "I just watched Miss Tang’s audition footage. Her understanding of the role of Lu Xiangtong is quite unique. I believe she will perfectly portray the grace of this character."