Tang Jing let out a faint smile.
She enjoyed watching Ouyang Qing being agitated. The more she lost her composure, the more it showed how much she hated Ning Ran.
The immense hatred she had for Ning Ran demonstrated the significant amount of pressure Ouyang Qing must be feeling.
The more pressure Ouyang Qing felt, the more desperate she was for Tang Jing’s help.
“I think Ding Mi is pretty alright. Her acting skills are great, and she’s also gorgeous. Actually, I was rooting for her. However, it is shocking to hear that she had borne Nan Chen’s children for him,” Tang Jing spoke slowly as she bided her time.
“She’s just putting on a facade. In truth, she’s a devious b*tch! You mustn’t be tricked by her!” Ouyang Qing countered impatiently.
Tang Jing nodded at once.
“Jing, I’m sure you remember how much I took care of you?”
When Ouyang Qing brought up the past, it caused Tang Jing to shudder.
Just a while ago, Ouyang Qing had swept the past under the blanket with a smile.
Tang Jing had also pretended to have forgotten about it. Why is she bringing it up again? Isn’t it an insult to my face?
At that moment, Tang Jing was caught off guard. Ouyang Qing had just claimed to have forgotten the past, and now she is dredging it up. Isn’t she contradicting herself?
Tang Jing had no choice but to smile awkwardly.
Ouyang Qing continued, “I can still look after you and even turn you into a megastar. It will be beyond what you can imagine now because you will be an internationally recognized actress, just like Scarlett Johansson!”
Forcing a laugh, Tang Jing thought that Ouyang Qing was really good at boasting.
Scarlett Johansson’s achievements are a combination of her talent, beauty, and acting skills. Furthermore, she also has the luck and temperament for success. Who in the world can have so many factors going in their favor at the same time?
However, Tang Jing wasn’t going to stop Ouyang Qing from boasting.
“Thank you.” All she could do was nod with a smile.
“You don’t believe me? We are going to start shooting a movie. The initial investment is about one billion, and Nan Chen is the lead investor. But, it’s still in the negotiation stage. However, one thing is for sure. That despicable lady is still the female lead because Nan Chen wants it so,” Ouyang Qing explained.
Tang Jing was shocked when she realized the news was true.
During the promotion for Sound of Thunder 2, she heard some rumors that Ning Ran’s new show was a movie, and it was going to have a huge budget. However, she wasn’t sure if it was true.
Now that Ouyang Qing had mentioned it, she believed the rumor to be true.
Suddenly, she could feel a sense of dissatisfaction brewing within her. Ding Mi, what makes you deserve it?
Once the series, Sound of Thunder 2, was completed, the lead actress would be catapulted towards the big screen. As for Tang Jing, the supporting actress, there was still no news if she would even get a part in the next series.
“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. So, do you want to be a part of the movie?” Ouyang Qing looked towards Tang Jing.
Collecting herself, Tang Jing tried her best to appear calm.
She then broke into a smile. “Doesn’t the casting decision usually lie with the investor and director? Usually, it’s the director’s choice, but given that the investor finances the movie, they have a larger say in it. As for the actors, they don’t get to choose. Hence, I’m afraid I do not stand a chance because I have not even received any form of notification.”
“Your assumptions are correct. Coincidentally, I’m one of the movie’s investors too,” Ouyang Qing declared proudly.
“Is that so? That’s wonderful.”
Tang Jing smiled faintly as she could now see a glimmer of hope.
“I can ensure that you are cast as the female lead in this movie,” Ouyang Qing declared.
Tang Jing laughed again as she didn’t believe Ouyang Qing’s words.
She would still believe it if Ouyang Qing told Tang Jing that she could get her a part.
But to get cast as the female lead, Tang Jing didn’t think it to be possible.
Ouyang Qing herself had said that Nan Chen specifically wanted Ding Mi to be the female lead.
As the lead investor, Nan Chen was the key decision-maker.
Even if he weren’t, his status in the industry would easily allow him to place Ning Ran in that position.
“Don’t you believe me?” Ouyang Qing could see the doubt in Tang Jing’s eyes.
“I’m not experienced enough, so I’m afraid the female lead role is beyond my capabilities. Besides, Mr. Nan wouldn’t agree to it,” Tang Jing sidestepped her question.
“We can think of a way for him to change his mind. As long as you join the cast, we can work together to force Ding Mi out. After that, I will propose to everyone for you to be the female lead,” Ouyang Qing laid out her plan.
“Is it going to work? How are we going to force her out?” Tang Jing asked.
“I don’t have a plan fleshed out yet since Ding Mi is right in the center of the limelight now. Her popularity has been increasing non-stop as she is participating in many variety shows. We have to stop the growth of her fame and curtail her development,” Ouyang Qing explained.
“Clearly, her company arranged all these, so how can we even contain it?”
“Your production crew has an upcoming variety show, and I heard that she has a history of allergy. If you can trigger her allergy and force her to be hospitalized, her screen time will be reduced. After that, the audience will slowly forget her,” Ouyang Qing added.
Tang Jing was shocked at Ouyang Qing’s plan to harm Ning Ran physically.
This is not going to work because the risk is too great. If Nan Chen finds out that I did it, my career will instantly be over.
Obviously, it was a bad idea to make such a risky move based on Ouyang Qing’s empty promise.
However, to reject her outright would mean the collapse of negotiations. There would then not be any opportunities to collaborate in the future.
That would mean losing all the openings Ouyang Qing might bring. Hence, Tang Jing decided to verbally agree to her proposal first.
…
When Ning Ran saw the contents of the notice, she was shocked.
It related to the most popular reality show in the country recently called Speedy Journey.
All the guests on the show were big-name stars with each show having a guest star every week. For the upcoming show, that person would be Ning Ran.
The reality show was the highest-rated program last year and the top show on the entire network.
It didn’t just top the reality show segment. In fact, it beat all other variety shows in terms of its popularity.
All the actors or actresses that participated in the show became famous almost instantly.
It was as if they were coated in gold. They would receive numerous offers for commercials and sponsorships, which would result in a further increase in their popularity.
Therefore, Ning Ran still couldn’t believe that she was invited to the show as she was still a budding actress.
“What do you think? Are you excited?” Wang Xiaoou looked at the stunned Ning Ran.
“I’m still alright,” Ning Ran replied.
“You were overseas last year, so you don’t realize how popular this show was domestically. It was an instant hit. In this second season, the producers have increased its difficulty and entertainment value. Therefore, it is projected to be even more successful this year,” Wang Xiaoou explained.
“Despite being overseas then, I knew how popular the show was. Many of us who were overseas watched it. After all, there are many Chinese living in foreign countries,” Ning Ran clarified.
“It’s great that you understand. This is an opportunity that’s hard to come by; therefore, you have to make the best use of it,” Wang Xiaoou remarked with a smile.
“However, I have not been in any such shows before. As I have to face off with so many megastars, I’m worried that I’ll become a nervous wreck.” Ning Ran felt really anxious about it.
Although she felt that she was mentally strong, she knew anyone could feel nervous, even the biggest stars.
She was also one of them, let alone she was still considered new in the industry.
Despite having accumulated a little bit of fame, she was still a relatively new compared to the other superstars.
“Don’t worry, you have me, and I will make the necessary arrangements.”
“Alright, thank you, Ms. Wang.”
With Wang Xiaoou’s reassurances, Ning Ran felt relieved.
