Chapter 3 Ruthless Ambitious Man
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Fu Zhixu studied pop music. He had a sophisticated, aloof look and signed with a management company while still a sophomore. However, the company didn't value him as much as they had promised. They simply wanted him to make a quick buck based on his appearance. After more than two years of this, Fu Zhixu was still virtually unknown in the entertainment industry.
He was a born ambitious man; he wouldn't sit idly by and let the company exploit him. He was absolutely not content with the status quo. He spent two years figuring out the ways of the entertainment industry. And he actually came up with a plan for a comeback.
The coldest face speaks the most passionate words of love.
The coldest words can express the most sincere vows.
The stark contrast is undoubtedly the most captivating aspect! What if, in a society where couples traditionally break up after graduation, two exceptionally good-looking individuals went against the grain? What if they went from school uniforms to wedding gowns?
Fu Zhixu used all his savings to buy himself a trending topic, and his proposal video to Shishi instantly went viral across the internet!
Supertopic, Weibo, and short videos are all filled with people moved by their fairytale romance...
Jewelry, skincare products, fashion, and various endorsements flooded in instantly.
He was also named the most responsible man of the new era. His company recognized his value, and two love songs propelled him to the top. At the height of his popularity, a casual selfie of Fu Zhixu would garner ten million likes.
Marriage also has a hidden benefit for Fu Zhixu.
Shishi comes with her own resources.
Shi's mother is a soprano with the Central Conservatory of Music. Many of Shi's father's students are also well-known songwriters in the entertainment industry.
And Shishi's uncle is—Shen Jingyuan.
If one had to describe Shen Jingyuan in four words, it would be "pillar of strength." Shen Jingyuan has been in the music industry for twenty years, and his fans range from grandmothers and mothers to toddlers. He's a master of pop music and also seamlessly integrates into children's songs and nursery rhymes. Without Shen Jingyuan's guidance, Fu Zhixu's top position would never have been maintained for three years. In the industry, without connections, one is quickly overthrown.
Three years have passed, and every joke has been thoroughly digested. Countless people are watching from below the top star's seat, just waiting to kick him off. Those who have tasted the sweetness of success become addicted to shortcuts. Moreover, his manager has long been dissatisfied with his wife, Shi Shi. To maintain his public image, Fu Zhixu cannot engage in CP (couple pairing) activities or ride on the coattails of female stars. He must also maintain a clean public persona at all times. This severely restricts an artist's public image!
Moreover, his married status limits his female fanbase to a very young age range! The two hit it off immediately, deciding to use the story of the scumbag's divorce and subsequent reversal to extend his career as a top star. If he can maintain this for another 3 to 5 years, he can consider a career change when he's 30!
Shishi poured herself a glass of ice water, clearing her afternoon drowsiness. She glanced at the divorce papers in her hand. It had to be said, Fu Zhixu had really gone all out to become famous again. Afraid of angering Shishi, Fu Zhixu was even willing to leave with nothing! The mortgage on the house had been fully paid off. The jewelry and savings under their names totaled approximately 60 million yuan.
Don't assume that Fu Zhixu, a top star, earning so little money is due to transferring marital assets. No matter how shrewd he is, he was just a 20-year-old boy when he signed with the company. He had to pay taxes and share profits with the company. The entertainment industry is also a place of personal connections; bribing officials is no small feat. In the end, he didn't really get much. Fu Zhixu worked incredibly hard, almost without rest, to save up this much money.