The contract had just been drafted and printed, the ink still wet.
Su Yang glanced at it once and had already absorbed all its contents, inwardly marveling at the advantage of having a discerning eye.
"The entire recording period is three months, and the location is in the United States. The specific sites will vary according to the program team's arrangements.
We will have two assistants accompanying you there. You can relay any issues you have to them."
Director Wen handed the contract to Su Yang and said, "This is the contract. Take a good look at it first."
Su Yang had already finished reading the contract with his discerning eye. After taking it from Director Wen, he signed it immediately.
"This..." Director Wen looked at Liangli, then turned to Su Yang in surprise. "Su Yang, this is a contract, after all. Aren't you even going to glance at the benefits you'll receive?"
"Director Wen, my original intention for participating in this program was to go abroad and promote our Dragon Country's excellent traditional culture, not for money."
Su Yang smiled and continued, "Besides, Director Wen must have investigated me. I, Su Yang, have no shortage of money."
Money was certainly important, but the meager sum offered by the Cultural Bureau was nothing Su Yang cared about.
The Cultural Bureau was offering six hundred thousand for his participation in the program. If Su Yang were extravagant, that wouldn't even cover his breakfast.
Su Yang was participating for the rewards from the system.
The system's monetary rewards were in the billions, along with other benefits. Apart from the six hundred thousand, the Cultural Bureau also offered Su Yang resources in the entertainment industry if he wished to continue his career after returning to Dragon Country and completing the program.
The resources from the Cultural Bureau were highly sought after by major companies in the entertainment industry.
These resources were top-tier, guaranteeing hit productions. However, there was one condition: the Cultural Bureau's resources were only provided to artists with proven talent or promising newcomers.
Therefore, the Cultural Bureau's offer to Su Yang was quite sincere.
But Su Yang was completely indifferent to the contents of the contract.
His primary objective was simply to participate in the program and complete the system's tasks.
Hearing Su Yang's words, Director Wen smiled and said, "Indeed. Because the submission of your name was rushed, I conducted some investigations earlier.
You do possess considerable assets, and the compensation offered is indeed not much for you.
However, this is the pre-determined fee, and it cannot be changed."
"It's alright, Director Wen. The amount of money is not important. What matters is the opportunity to bring honor to our country."
"Your vision is broad, and we all have high hopes for you. We wish you a smooth journey in the United States."
Director Wen continued, "We will book your tickets to the United States for you."
Su Yang replied, "Director Wen, may I travel on my own? I have my own ship. After a period of intense work, I told my subordinates I'd be taking a break. May I travel to the United States by ship?"
Director Wen responded, "That is acceptable, as long as you ensure your absolute safety and arrive in the United States by the designated time."
"The recording starts in three days, right?"
Director Wen shook his head. "The recording starts in seven days. The mention of three days is to account for any unforeseen circumstances that might prevent timely arrival."
Su Yang assured him, "Director Wen, please rest assured, I will definitely arrive within the stipulated time.
My ship is quite convenient, so you don't need to worry about delays on the journey."
Only after Su Yang's repeated assurances did Director Wen relent.
"Alright, I personally trust you. You may travel to the United States on your own, and you need to arrive six hours before filming begins.
Upon arrival, we will brief you on the procedures and arrange various matters. You don't need to worry about these; Liangli will be with you throughout."
Su Yang replied, "Understood, Director Wen. With Teacher Liangli accompanying me, I feel very reassured."
"Good. I won't say much more. I wish you a pleasant journey."
With that, Director Wen stood up. Su Yang immediately followed suit and extended his hand for a handshake.
"Thank you, Director Wen."
"You're welcome. I've heard some things. You have a connection with Shi Wuzun. Shi Wuzun and I have been friends for many years. You might even develop in this area and inherit Shi Wuzun's position. Perhaps when we meet again, we'll be equals."
Su Yang was taken aback by Director Wen's words.
He believed that very few people knew about his relationship with Shi Wuzun.
Not that no one knew, but if Shi Wuzun hadn't mentioned it, Director Wen certainly wouldn't have known.
However, Director Wen had directly brought up Shi Wuzun in front of Su Yang. This made Su Yang suspect that Shi Wuzun had informed Director Wen.
Yang Mange, standing nearby, heard Director Wen's words and felt it confirmed Su Yang's earlier pretense of calling Shi Wuzun. She smiled at Director Wen and said, "That's a matter for the future, Director Wen. For now, we will fully focus on completing the mission."
Director Wen waved his hand. "Alright, I won't say more. There have been some changes in the industry recently, and I imagine you're aware of them. I will be very busy for a while, so I might not have much time to attend to you.
However, I will dedicate some energy to monitoring the situation in the United States daily. Don't feel any pressure."
This last sentence was directed at Su Yang.
Su Yang nodded. "Thank you for your concern, Director Wen."
Director Wen nodded at Su Yang and said, "Good, I won't say anything else. I'll be going now. Please prepare yourselves as soon as possible to head to the United States."
After speaking, Director Wen left the room. Liangli also departed, quietly handing Su Yang a slip of paper before leaving.
Liangli was well aware that Yang Mange was Su Yang's fiancée, yet she made no attempt to conceal her feelings. She genuinely liked Su Yang and desired him.
Su Yang actually wanted to refuse, but due to the system, he worried that Liangli might become a target he needed to conquer later. Therefore, at this moment, Su Yang could not reject Liangli's overture.
If he rejected Liangli now, it would be problematic if she became a target later.
After Liangli and Director Wen left, Yang Mange breathed a sigh of relief and said, "That's great, husband. Now, let's prepare thoroughly for our trip to the United States."
Su Yang nodded. "Okay, you'll come with me this time."
"Ah?"
Yang Mange looked surprised. "What's wrong?"
Yang Mange actually wanted to go, but her company temporarily couldn't do without her. She hadn't taken a vacation in a long time, and being a boss wasn't easy.
Moreover, with the recent major upheaval in the entertainment industry, the Cultural Bureau would undoubtedly issue many new regulations, strictly prohibiting certain things.
If Yang Mange wasn't present at this time, and something happened at the company, she didn't want to bear the losses.
Su Yang could see what Yang Mange was thinking, having shared a bed with her for so long.
"Do you want to go?" Su Yang asked.
Yang Mange frowned, looking at Su Yang. "Of course, I want to go. You're very busy, and I'm very busy. We don't have much time together. When I have time, I want to be with you."
She hesitated, looking at Su Yang. "But... you know the company's situation. I can't leave the company.
And with the serious events happening in the entertainment industry, the Cultural Bureau will surely take action.
There are still several artists with issues at the company. If I'm not here this time..."
Yang Mange explained to Su Yang, fearing he might be angry.
Su Yang understood Yang Mange's predicament.