As soon as Jiang Cheng finished speaking, Yu Xiaoxiao's lips curled up slightly, revealing a faint, almost imperceptible smile.
She adjusted her mindset and cleared her throat, making herself look more focused and professional.
Then, she said unhurriedly, "Chairman Jiang, Chaoyue is a girl group trainee under Wenlan Culture Studio. Su Wan told me this girl has a good personality and great looks. What do you think?"
Yu Xiaoxiao's words made Yang Chaoyue's heart pound uncontrollably.
She was originally a girl born into an ordinary family.
After graduating from middle school, she went out to work, working in factories and serving tables in restaurants.
Later, seeing that Wenlan Culture Studio was holding auditions for a girl group, she decided to try out and was selected immediately.
She thought her life was about to change, but during this past year, it had been nothing but training and commercial performances.
Although she had participated in a few events, none of them made any impact.
No one even remembered their group.
Her dream upon debut was to become a star.
But reality cruelly told her...
...it wasn't that easy at all.
Without fame, being a star was no different from being a street performer; no one would pay attention to you, and no one would respect you.
Furthermore, in the later stages, their company boss not only failed to provide proper training but also frequently made them participate in very low-end commercial activities.
The requirements for these commercial activities often made them feel embarrassed and uneasy.
Every time they went out for a commercial show, they were required to wear extremely short skirts.
This led to frequent verbal harassment from onlookers during their performances.
At this moment, she knew that Jiang Cheng's answer would determine her new trajectory.
After all, everyone in the industry knew that Su Wan only became a huge hit after terminating her contract and joining Xingchen Entertainment.
If she could also be scouted by Xingchen, the result might be different.
Compared to the coldness he showed when meeting Liu Yuning earlier, Jiang Cheng's expression was much gentler now.
Jiang Cheng spoke truthfully, "Your girl group doesn't seem to have made much of a splash; I don't really have any impression of it."
Jiang Cheng's words made her feel a surge of disappointment, but she didn't give up. Gathering her courage, she said to Jiang Cheng, "President Jiang, actually, our girl group has many talented girls, we just lack an opportunity. If you could give us a chance, we will definitely work hard to perform."
Jiang Cheng glanced at her; this personality was indeed similar to the rumors—bold in action and speech.
She was very good at presenting herself.
"I admire your courage, but the entertainment industry isn't a place where hard work alone guarantees success. You need enough talent, connections, and luck to survive in this circle."
Yang Chaoyue knew Jiang Cheng was telling the truth; she came here precisely to fight for a new opportunity.
This opportunity was given to her by Su Wan, and she knew she had to cherish it, or she might never get another chance like this.
"President Jiang, I know you are a man of great vision. If you could give us a chance to showcase our talent, you definitely won't be disappointed."
After speaking, Yang Chaoyue immediately increased her speaking speed to introduce the advantages of their girl group and their usual hellish training to Jiang Cheng.
She wanted Jiang Cheng to see their value to the greatest extent possible.
Seeing her talking until her throat was dry, Jiang Cheng interrupted her and asked directly, "I'll just ask you one thing: are the other girls as good-looking as you?"
Jiang Cheng only knew that she became famous after participating in a survival show.
Back then, the streets and alleys were full of the 'Lucky Carp Girl' and 'Burn My Calories!'
He truly hadn't heard of any CHZ Girl Group.
After he said this, Yu Xiaoxiao, who was standing to the side, gave Jiang Cheng a somewhat strange look.
And Yang Chaoyue's expression also became instantly awkward.
While the looks of the girls in their group were decent, she was the most attractive one.
The others were indeed not as good-looking as her.
"This..."
Jiang Cheng swore he wasn't lusting after these girls; it was just a routine question.
After a dry cough, Jiang Cheng immediately continued seriously, "The entertainment industry isn't something that can be handled with just hard work. You both know that physical appearance is very important. If they look alright, I can consider it; if they're just average, then there's no need to waste time."
His words were so high-sounding that Yu Xiaoxiao suddenly felt she had overthought things.
Before she could answer, Jiang Cheng continued, "Forget it... you can just tell them all to come and see me."
After all, over the next few years, the girl group trend would be quite popular.
Seeing Jiang Cheng say this, Yang Chaoyue couldn't help but stand up excitedly and bow to him in thanks, "Thank you, President Jiang."
"It's just to take a look, nothing's certain. But as for you, the company can sign you. If we sign you, are you willing to go solo?"
As soon as Jiang Cheng said this, Yang Chaoyue immediately nodded vigorously, "I am certainly willing."
To put it bluntly, she had only known those so-called sisters for nearly a year.
They were all people who had been out in society for years; how could they still be so naive?
Sisterly bond? Stop joking!
It was all just an act.
Seeing her willingness, Jiang Cheng didn't talk much more and said directly, "Once you've made up your mind, I'll have Xiaoxiao handle your contract termination. The reason I'm giving you a chance is that I value your potential. Your signing fee will be five times what you have now, and the profit sharing will be calculated separately."
"Thank you, President Jiang! I'm willing, I want this." Yang Chaoyue immediately nodded in agreement.
She even excitedly stood up and bowed repeatedly to Jiang Cheng in thanks.
Looking at Yang Chaoyue's green and inexperienced manner, Jiang Cheng smiled inwardly.
If she knew that after next year, she would become incredibly famous through another survival show...
...would she regret agreeing so quickly now?
But maybe not. Next year, Jiang Cheng would personally send her to Produce Camp and personally build momentum for her.
At that time, she would only be grateful for Jiang Cheng's appreciation and support.
After seeing her out, Yu Xiaoxiao directly locked the door, then walked to Jiang Cheng's side with a seductive smile and sat right on him.
"President Jiang, stop looking. Should I call her back?"
Jiang Cheng's hand habitually reached into the darkness, "Why call her back? To be a third wheel?"
Yu Xiaoxiao smoothed the hair by her temples, then stretched her neck and sighed uncontrollably, "Ah! You signed her so readily after just one look?"
Jiang Cheng said while he was busy, "In the next few years, girl group survival shows will be popular. She has a foundation in girl group training and her looks are decent, so it'll be twice the result with half the effort."
One must know that the company Yang Chaoyue was currently in was just a tiny company.
Its market value was at most a few million.
But after she became a hit next year, the company's market value would directly exceed a hundred million.
In one year, it went from a few million to over a hundred million.
The company's boss would then directly sell the company as a package to an industry giant.
Earning a net profit of over a hundred million in just one year.
"I saw your eyes just now, they weren't exactly innocent..."
Although Yu Xiaoxiao's words were sour, her hands held Jiang Cheng's head even more tightly.