"Get lost, what retreat?" Li Jing cursed, "Is this entertainment industry run by them? Do they call the shots?"
Xiao Tian remained silent. Only when Li Jing's phone rang did he use it as an excuse to leave.
Seeing that it was her superior calling, Li Jing's anger instantly vanished. She put on a smile and answered the phone.
However, as soon as she connected, a roar came from the other end.
"What are you doing? You can't even hold on for these last few days. The entire internet is boycotting Jin Xue. All the TV shows she previously acted in have been taken down. Even the Ministry of Education has come forward to accuse her of threatening students to buy lecture notes and teaching perfunctorily. University A has already issued a statement questioning this. How am I supposed to explain this to the public?"
As a subordinate, Li Jing could only listen silently. After her superior finished venting, she said aggrievedly, "I also didn't expect Jin Xue to dig her own grave. I usually manage her very strictly, but I have other artists to manage. I also didn't expect that during this one week of free activity, she would get herself into this situation."
"There's no other way. We need to cut our losses immediately. She has no more value. Provoking student education, to put it mildly, is breaking the law. You immediately notify her, tell her to pay the liquidated damages, and the company will terminate her contract."
Li Jing wanted to fight for a few more opportunities, but her superior hung up the phone.
Li Jing closed her eyes for a long time before dialing Jin Xue's number.
Jin Xue answered almost instantly, her voice filled with rage, "Sister Li, you must help me teach those brats a lesson. They are too detestable! They actually exposed me in front of the media. Make sure they never enter the entertainment industry again."
Li Jing said expressionlessly, "Prepare the liquidated damages. Tianyu is terminating your contract. The finance department will send you the amount of liquidated damages shortly."
Jin Xue was stunned. "Sister Li, what did you say?"
"You dug your own grave. I can't help you even if I want to. This time, you not only caused yourself to retire from the industry, but you also ruined my reputation. However, considering our many years of cooperation, I won't seek compensation from you for these losses. You're on your own."
"Sister Li, Sister Li, Li Jing, clarify what you mean. Terminate the contract? On what grounds?" Jin Xue asked angrily.
But all she heard from the other end was a busy signal.
Jin Xue was so furious that she almost smashed her phone. Suddenly, she received a private message from the finance department. Upon opening it, she saw a bill for liquidated damages. Her contract had three years remaining, with a total liquidated damages of 210 million yuan, plus 200 million yuan in compensation for losses caused to the company by her personal actions.
"Ah... Damn it." Jin Xue screamed and rushed to Li Jing's office with her phone.
"Bang~" The office door was kicked open. Jin Xue glared at Li Jing, unfolding the bill. "What does this mean? You want to terminate the contract and demand I pay 400 million?"
Li Jing said with a grim face, "The company has decided. If you don't acknowledge it, we will have to sue. I've said all I can. If you continue to pester me, I will have to serve you with a lawyer's letter."
"Li Jing, don't get too smug. One day, I will make you, Tianyu, and that group at Chu Xin regret this," Jin Xue said with wide eyes before slamming the door and leaving.
Li Jing was angered by the slammed door and cursed at Jin Xue's retreating back, "You deserve the fate you've met today."
...
University A, Faculty Office.
Pan Fengming held her phone with trembling hands. Her ID card, home address, phone number, and even her faculty ID were leaked online.
And netizens, when given a rare opportunity to display their sense of justice, naturally showed off their skills.
[The old hag is actually a teacher, harming the future of the nation. Execute her.]
[One's appearance reflects their inner self. She looks like a cunning, sallow-faced person.]
... Countless private messages, comments, and mentions cursed Pan Fengming and her ancestors for eighteen generations.
Pan Fengming's heart sank to the bottom. She put down her phone and typed "bribery" into the computer.
The search results immediately popped up, and the office door was pushed open. A group of public servants in police uniforms walked in with stern faces.
"Who is Pan Fengming?"
Several teachers in the office looked at Pan Fengming.
The investigators strode up to Pan Fengming and said expressionlessly, "Are you Pan Fengming? You are suspected of accepting bribes, selling and forging student enrollment quotas, and threatening students. Please come with us for investigation."
Pan Fengming's face turned ashen with fear. She dared not resist and, like a stray dog, dejectedly followed the investigators.
Until she was sentenced for the serious crime of bribery, she never understood where she had gone wrong.
Perhaps, she shouldn't have offended that woman.
...
#Jin Xue and Tianyu's Lawsuit##University A Professor Arrested for Corruption and Bribery#... A series of trending topics dominated the hot search list for several consecutive days.
Wang Feifei held her phone and looked at the beautiful woman in the video with admiration.
"Jiu Jiu, I don't admire many people, but you are one of them. With your disaster-prone nature, anyone with ill intentions who gets close to you will reveal their true colors and end up miserably."
Quan Jiu chuckled, "I didn't do anything."
"Yes, yes, yes, they all brought it upon themselves." Wang Feifei blew a kiss. "So, what do you need my help with?"
"Do you have He Nian's contact information? I have a script that he might be interested in, and I want to talk to him about it."
Wang Feifei thought for a moment. "Yes, I'll send it to you." Then she said with a mournful face, "Jiu Jiu, how much inventory do you have left? Can you save me a role?"
Quan Jiu smiled, "Don't worry, you won't be left out."
Wang Feifei made a "yes" gesture and added admiringly, "That's why I admire you. You went into seclusion a year before returning to China to prepare scripts. You want your drama to dominate the screen next year, right?"
Quan Jiu pursed her lips and smiled, neither confirming nor denying.
After a few more casual remarks, they ended the video call. Shortly after, Quan Jiu received a call from He Nian, and she immediately dialed back.
"Hello, Director He Nian? I am Nine. I have a modern fantasy script and would like to discuss cooperation with you."
...
At two o'clock in the afternoon, a bright and charming figure walked into the Chaocao Cafe, immediately drawing the attention of those around.
After the greeter momentarily lost his composure, he quickly greeted, "Hello, do you have a reservation?"
Quan Jiu provided her phone number and was led by the waiter to a window seat on the second floor.
After waiting for a few minutes, a middle-aged man in sportswear with a long ponytail was brought to her table.
Quan Jiu stood up, smiled, and extended her hand, "Hello Director He, I am Nine."
He Nian did not hide his surprise. After shaking hands, he sat down and asked disbelievingly, "Are you really the Nine that's all over the internet?"
Quan Jiu smiled faintly, "You can't believe everything on the internet."
He Nian scratched his head and asked directly, "Tell me about the story."
Quan Jiu took out the script and explained, "After entering modern society, the immortal realm, in order to reform, sent a group of high immortals to experience mortal life. The story includes career, love, life, and friendship."
"High immortals? Mortal realm? Modern?" He Nian's eyes lit up with interest. He flipped open the script. "This sounds interesting."
Quan Jiu checked the time. "Then Director He, please read the script first. I have an interview later, so I'll take my leave. If you're interested in the script, we can discuss it further."
"An interview? You want to be a resident screenwriter?" He Nian's eyes widened in surprise again.
Quan Jiu shook her head and smiled, "I've opened a management company and am currently recruiting."
He Nian was stunned for a moment, then gave a thumbs-up. "Impressive. Safe travels." He lowered his head and began reading the script.