ATAMDOO 64

Chapter 64- Fail

 

It was already past four o’clock in the afternoon when the plane landed, and it was five o’clock when they walked out of the airport with their luggage.

 

Li Qiu drove over to pick them up. He got in the car and gave up the driver’s seat to Li Lei. He then told Jiang Liucheng about the work ahead.

 

Jiang Liucheng saw that he looked a little tired as if he hadn’t had a good rest recently.

 

“What happened recently? You look very tired. You should take two days off.”

 

“No need.” Li Qiu refused without thinking, “It’s not very tiring, just…”

 

He hesitated to speak.

 

“Speak up if you have anything to say.” Jiang Liucheng said.

 

Li Qiu sighed softly, “I did say that a high-end luxury brand would like to cooperate with you, but something went wrong last night, and this time, it is uncertain.”

 

Jiang Liucheng said, “Does it have something to do with the previous Weibo hot search?”

 

Someone was fishing in troubled waters before, trying to provoke a fight between him and Qin Lu’s fans.

 

Li Qiu: “Once you win this high-end luxury brand, your value will rise. The company also pays attention to it, but some people don’t want you to get it so easily.”

 

After Sparks won a high-end brand endorsement for Jiang Liucheng, competitors thought that Sparks planned to abandon the previous business model and cultivate a traffic star.

 

The market is so big, and there are so many resources. If another traffic star competes with them for resources, it will undoubtedly harm their interests.

 

Sparks Entertainment itself is already a leader in the film and television industry. If they are allowed to occupy the traffic market, they will only be able to eat soup.

 

Several capital companies that specialize in cultivating traffic stars are naturally unwilling to see Jiang Liucheng rise.

 

Jiang Liucheng’s current momentum is very strong. His nationality and popularity are very high. In addition, he takes the film and television route, not just traffic, but also gain the favor of passers-by.

 

In order to prevent Jiang Liucheng from growing up, several capital companies are secretly preparing to make some minor moves.

 

But if it’s just that, Spark Company is not afraid. As the most powerful entertainment company in the entertainment industry, if those companies can stop them, they won’t wait until now.

 

Li Qiu wasn’t worried at first, but yesterday he overheard Mr. Shi’s conversation with someone else and found out that Mo’s Entertainment was also involved in this attack. Even the Mo’s Group behind him might also take action.

 

If Mo’s Group also makes a move, it may be detrimental to Sparks Entertainment.

 

One of the domestic movie theater industry leaders is Tongbao Film and Television, and Tongbao Film and Television is a subsidiary of Mo’s Group.

 

If Tongbao Film and Television took action to boycott Jiang Liucheng, it would be very bad for Sparks ENtertainment because Xinghuo Company mainly produces movies. And if Mo’s Group took action, it would also have an impact on the company.

 

However, Li Qiu didn’t intend to tell Jiang Liucheng about this matter, it would be of no avail, and Boss Shi would find a way so that he would not have to worry.

 

“Then do I still need to go for the endorsement tomorrow?” Jiang Liucheng asked.

 

“Wait for the news.” Li Qiu felt a little anxious. After all, the appointment time is tomorrow. “Let’s not talk about this. I will inform you when there is news. I should send you back to the community first.”

 

“No need. I have an appointment with my friend. Just drive me to this address.” Jiang Liucheng told Li Lei, who was driving, the address where he and Zheng Kailin had agreed to meet.

 

Just as Jiang Liucheng was going to the agreed address, Qin Lu, who was resting, received a call from President Shi.

 

Mr. Shi first called Zhang Ning and learned that Qin Lu had just finished filming a scene and was resting, so he called him.

 

“I heard from your assistant that you haven’t had a good rest since you took the photo in the morning. Why are you working so hard all of a sudden?”

 

Qin Lu was sitting on a small bench with his back leaning on the back of the chair made of bamboo. His pair of long legs stretched out casually while holding a mobile phone in one hand. His expression and posture were very lazy.

 

Even though people met him on the set for a few months, the little girls around him still can’t help but look away every time. Qin Luis is really handsome and cool.

 

“I should be asking you this question. When I was filming, you rarely called me. Tell me what’s the matter at hand.”

 

“We’ve known each other for almost ten years. Can’t I talk to you about fifty cents first?”

 

Qin Lu crossed his legs and changed into a more leisurely posture, “Okay, let’s talk. The family is urging you to get married again.”

 

Mr. Shi didn’t want to talk anymore, “When did you become like this? You have the nerve to tell me you are already thirty years old. Forget it. Let’s get down to business.”

 

The relationship between Qin Lu and his father is not very good, and it is impossible for his family to urge him to marry him. To avoid upsetting him by mentioning this matter, he kindly stopped the topic.

 

Qin Lu didn’t care about his unfinished words, “What’s the business?”

 

Mr. Shi said, “Since you opened your personal studio, I have finally relaxed for a few years. After signing Jiang Liucheng, I have a feeling of returning to the time when I first signed with you.”

 

“Someone targeted Jiang Liucheng.” Qin Lu was not surprised at all.

 

“It’s not just someone. Now the company has become the thorn in the side of those few capitals. It would be fine if they were the only ones. Anyway, it’s not the first time those companies have encircled Sparks. But the key is that there is an additional: Mo’s Group.”

 

“Mo’s Group made a move.”

 

Mr. Shi snorted, “You don’t sound surprised at all. You seem to know something I don’t. What’s going on? How could he offend the Mo Group?”

 

At this time, Qin Lu’s eyes had a cold look, “You don’t need to worry about it. I will take care of it.”

 

Mr. Shi, “I will definitely ask you to solve it. I can’t deal with Mo’s Group. The company still has several movies ready to be released. I will have to pay for it if the theaters under Tongbao Film and Television don’t let my movie appear.”

 

Sparks has a cooperative relationship with Tongbao Film and Television. If the other party breaches the contract, even if he can get a sum of compensation, it will not be able to make up for the possible loss.

 

Qin Lu said, “I’ll take care of this matter, and you can help me with another matter.”

 

Mr. Shi, “Okay, you say, as long as I can do it.”

 

Qin Lu glanced around and said briefly.

 

Mr. Shi looked surprised, “This person has offended you.”

 

Qin Lun hummed. He didn’t like that this person would become an obstacle between him and Jiang Liucheng in the future.

 

“It’s strange. I remember that he seems to be your fan. Maybe he did something to disturb you?”

 

“It wouldn’t be like this if he just came to bother me.”

 

“Tell me. I’m quite curious. What did he do that made you unable to bear it?”

 

“You will know later, don’t ask now, and get things done as soon as possible.”

 

“Okay, okay, it’s very simple.”

 

Boss Shi knew he couldn’t ask if he didn’t say anything.

 

On the other side, after Li Qiu sent Jiang Liucheng to the destination, he asked if he should wait for him.

 

Jiang Liucheng said no. After dinner, his friend will send him back to the community.

 

Li Qiu never interfered in his private life, so he didn’t say anything more.

 

Jiang Liucheng walked into the restaurant, and the waiter learned that he was a reserved guest and took him to a private room.

 

After waiting for about five minutes, the door of the box was pushed open, and Zheng Kailin, in a suit and leather shoes, stood outside.

 

“Have you been waiting for a long time?” Zheng Kailin walked in and sat opposite Jiang Liucheng.

 

“No, you’re pretty fast. I just arrived a few minutes ago.” Jiang Liucheng has long been used to Zheng Kailin being late for gatherings with them. When he was in college, he was the busiest of the four in the dormitory. Later, he started a company and often needed socializing outside. There are times when he always smells of alcohol when I come back.

 

Jiang Liucheng poured him a cup of tea, “Are you thirsty? Drink some first, I’ve already ordered some dishes, and they’ll serve them later.”

 

Zheng Kailin was in a very happy mood. He picked up the teacup and drank it in one gulp, “It’s been a long time since I had a meal alone with you, and you still remember my taste.”

 

Jiang Liucheng smiled and said, “It’s hard not to remember. Every time you come late, don’t you ask us to order it for you first. Don’t mention me. That careless Guo Qifan can remember it as well.”

 

Zheng Kailin put down his teacup and said with emotion, “Now that I think about it, I actually regret it. If the money is gone, you can earn it again. If the good life in college is gone, it’s gone.”

 

Jiang Liucheng: “You didn’t listen to what everyone said before, but it’s not too late now. You are already a winner in life in terms of money and status.”

 

“You’re right.” Zheng Kailin stared at him, “So I regret it now. Do you think I really have time?”

 

Jiang Liucheng nodded without hesitation, “Of course, you are still so young. You are only one year older than me, and many people can still make it when they are thirty.”

 

Although he knew what the other party said differed from what he thought, Zheng Kailin also felt a little reassured.

 

Just when he wanted to get into the subject, the waiter came to deliver the food.

 

Zheng Kailin had no choice but to suppress his thoughts temporarily, waiting for the waiter to bring in the dishes one by one.

 

Until there were two people left in the box again.

 

Zheng Kailin served him a bowl of soup and put it in front of him, “It’s a bit hot. Drink carefully.”

 

“Thank you; you should drink too. You should be quite tired after working all day.”

 

Zheng Kailin glanced at Jiang Liucheng, who was seriously drinking the soup, and asked unintentionally, “Is that screenwriter Jian still sending you messages?”

 

Jiang Liucheng blew the chicken soup in the spoon, “He is just chatting with me like an ordinary friend. He is quite sensitive, so I just replied with a few words. I didn’t chat with him for too long, so he asked why I was ignoring him. It’s not easy for me to directly answer that.”

 

Zheng Kailin, “It seems that this person won’t give up if you don’t talk about it. Why don’t you find an opportunity to tell him not to bother you anymore.”

 

Jiang Liucheng: “No need, I have already told Qin Lu, and he said he will solve it.”

 

Zheng Kailin paused, “You told him? When did he say he would solve it?”

 

Jiang Liucheng didn’t care about his repeated questions and simply answered, “I mentioned it to him yesterday. By the way, there is one more thing I wanted to tell you before I went back to the community and had dinner together.”

 

Zheng Kailin tightened his hand holding the chopsticks and suddenly had a bad premonition. He felt that the next words were not what he wanted to hear.

 

Jiang Liucheng said, “I have a new blind date. You all know this person. It’s Qin Lu.”

 

Zheng Kailin’s mind was buzzing. The last thing he expected happened, “When did this happen?”

 

“Last night, didn’t you say that Qin Lu might not be what I thought he was? So I went to ask him, but I didn’t expect that he also liked men. That is why I asked him if he would try a blind date with me, and he agreed.”

 

Jiang Liucheng didn’t notice his friend’s face. Not to mention the fact that he looked very happy when he said it because he felt that this time it might succeed.

 

Unlike other blind dates, he and Qin Lu had known each other for several months before they became blind dates, and they had a certain understanding of each other.

 

In the past, a blind date was like opening a blind box. Before the meeting, one simply learned about family information, and the real situation would only be known after meeting and contact.

 

He thinks the success rate should be pretty high now that they have a foundation.

 

“Fortunately, you reminded me of the important things this time. Otherwise, I would never have thought of going on a blind date with Qin Lu. Thanks to you, Qin Lu even asked me to thank you.”

 

Zheng Kailin couldn’t laugh anymore.

 

Jiang Liucheng was still talking behind him, but he didn’t pay much attention.

 

The other party’s words disrupted all his plans and based on what he knew about Jiang Liucheng. It was impossible for him to accept another person when he was on a blind date.

 

However, this time he didn’t dare to wait any longer. He had a bad feeling that if he waited any longer, he might really not have the chance to speak.

 

Don’t say there is no chance. It is very likely that even friends are right.

 

Zheng Kailin didn’t enjoy this meal very much. He chose this restaurant carefully based on the Jiang Liucheng’s taste, thinking that he would wait until the atmosphere was the most relaxed before he opened his mouth.

 

“What’s the matter?” Jiang Liucheng noticed that he was absent-minded.

 

Zheng Kailin thought about it again and again and still wanted to test it out, “I suddenly remembered what a business partner of mine asked me a few days ago. He said he liked his friend. He didn’t know if his friend would agree to the confession.”

 

Jiang Liucheng thought for a while and said, “It depends on the situation. I don’t know what their situation is, so it’s hard to say.”

 

Zheng Kailin pretended to smile and said, “Speaking of which, we were all surprised when you suddenly decided to go on a blind date with a man. Guo Qifan also jokingly told me that if he knew you would accept men, maybe he would do it too.”

 

Jiang Liucheng laughed and said, “Guo Qifan is heterosexual, so he doesn’t know how to do it. He was just joking.”

 

Zheng Kailin: “Assuming it’s not a joke, would you accept him, Qiao Mei, or me?”

 

Jiang Liucheng gave him the answer without much thought, “Not with the three of you.”

 

Zheng Kailin blurted out: “Why?”

 

Jiang Liucheng: “I am too familiar with Guo Qifan. We have known each other since we were young. It is impossible for me to be with him. Meanwhile, Qiao Mei is heterosexual, and he told me before that he plans to get married after the age of thirty. As for you…”

 

After listening to him finish the first two words, Zheng Kailin swallowed a little nervously.

 

“We are not suitable either.” Jiang Liucheng said, “Mr. Zheng, you are excellent, but you are not the type I am looking for. I will not look for someone who is very ambitious.”

 

Zheng Kailin has always felt that as long as they are familiar with each other, there will be a chance, but he never thought that the most important thing is this question, “Then what if I can change?”

 

Jiang Liucheng still shook her head, “I don’t think it’s suitable, and I already have a blind date now, so I won’t consider other people.”

 

Until the two returned to Siming Community, Zheng Kailin failed to confess his love to Jiang Liucheng according to his plan. After listening to his words, he decided to temporarily bury this feeling in his heart. He didn’t want to confess and ruin their friendship.

 

When going up the elevator, Jiang Liucheng’s mobile phone rang a few times.

 

He glanced at it. There was a message from Qin Lu asking if he had gone home after eating and a message from Qiao Mei.

 

He replied to Qin Lu first, saying that he had finished eating and returned to the community and was going upstairs.

 

Because the distance was relatively close, Zheng Kailin happened to see it, and his mood dropped even more. Qiao Mei and Qin Lu sent him messages at the same time. He chose to reply to Qin Lu first. From the details, he could see that he attached great importance to the latter.

 

Qin Lu didn’t reply to him, and Jiang Liucheng didn’t care. He was probably still filming at this point in time.

 

Zheng Kailin saw him put away his phone after replying to the two of them. He was a little surprised and said, “Is Qin Lu busy?”

 

Jiang Liucheng hummed, “He has a relatively heavy role today.”

 

“Film Emperor Qin seems to be a career-oriented person.” Zheng Kailin pretended to be casual and said this.

 

Jiang Liucheng thought about what happened in the morning and replied, “He’s different. He asked about me earlier.”

 

Zheng Kailin was choked. He shouldn’t have asked.

 

After sending Jiang Liucheng up, he left.

 

“Why did Boss Zheng leave so quickly?” Guo Qifan thought he would come in and sit for a while, then poked his head out to find that he really had left.

 

“Probably something happened.” Jiang Liucheng put on his indoor slippers.

 

Guo Qifan retracted his head and followed behind him, “Speaking of which, when I was looking at Weibo just now, I found that there was a marketing account that kept posting some information about you and the tone seemed a bit hostile.”

 

Jiang Liucheng glanced at his phone. Qin Lu’s assistant replied to him, saying that because Qin Lu was always out of state, it caused many scene retakes. He originally wanted to leave work earlier, but it took longer than expected.

 

Although it wasn’t Qin Lu himself who replied, upon seeing what his assistant sent, he could imagine the feeling of the man slightly eager to contact him in person, and the corners of his mouth curled up.