Chapter 164 Gao Yuanhui

Suddenly, Gao Yuanhui spoke up: "I've met many women, but you are one of the few I truly admire."

Shi Shi: "You're too kind, Mr. Gao. My business is just a small-scale operation, nothing compared to yours."

Gao Yuanhui waved her hand casually: "It's not about the size of your business development. A large operation has its own set of problems, and besides, I've benefited from the support of my elders. Do you know what I admire most about you?"

Shishi gestured for her to speak freely.

Gao Yuanhui took a sip of her wine: "You're someone who can take things in stride. When you were deeply in love, you chose the best years of your life to get married. When the passion faded and the love was gone, you were able to gracefully withdraw without becoming addicted. I admire you because you can make yourself live well no matter what the circumstances."

Her words were sincere, and Shi Shi lowered her guard slightly, no longer suspecting that she had come with ill intentions.

She raised her glass and gave Gao Yuanhui a slight toast: "I believe in living in the moment."

The implication is that the past should not be mentioned.

Gao Yuanhui naturally understood. Although her Huiding Entertainment wasn't exactly a giant in the entertainment industry, its upward trend was unstoppable. The first part of the "Sunlight Jungle" project was nearing completion. If it were just Shi Shi herself, she wouldn't need to worry. But she feared that Fu Yingzhou might act rashly for the sake of a woman and come looking for trouble.

This project requires a huge investment. There can't be any losses. When her cousin Shi Jing's boxing club opened, she saw Fu Yingzhou and Shi Shi from upstairs. Shi Jing said Fu Yingzhou was very serious about it. So she had to make a move.

Although what happened back then didn't cause Shi Shi any real harm, women understand women best. He didn't believe that simply resolving everything through his own abilities would truly make him forget his resentment towards Fu Zhixu. After all, he was a cash cow that the company valued highly, and even if they were to replace him with a new sapling, it would still take time for him to grow.

Besides, judging from Shi Shi's attitude, it wouldn't come to that. Clearly, Fu Zhixu is no longer anything to Shi Shi.

She didn't care about the grudges and entanglements between the two, as long as it wouldn't cause her any financial loss. Gao Yuanhui probed for the answer and also presented the apology she had made on behalf of Huidingding.

"I heard your company is now taking on album production?"

"It's a normal business operation, nothing secret," Shi Shi nodded frankly.

"There's an artist under Huidin Entertainment named Lou Xiaoting. I wonder if you've heard of her?"

Shi Shi paused slightly as she stroked the rim of the glass: "How could I not know about a rising star idol?"

"Oh? In that case, I'll get straight to the point. Our company is currently lacking in the new generation of singers. I'm a bit of a perfectionist, and I'm always thinking about filling in this missing piece of the puzzle. Lou Xiaoting is the company's next big talent. The company plans to invest heavily in an album to propel him to the top. I wonder if you'd be willing to take on this job."

Shi Shi intertwined her fingers and gently placed them on her lap, her mind racing with calculations. Lou Xiaoting had personally contacted her through Zhang Feng, but at the time he was worried about potential problems, and besides, his songs were selling well, so he didn't accept the collaboration. If it was Gao Yunhui who proposed it, then there was no need to worry about it between business entities.

Moreover, Gao Yuanhui's words made her meaning quite clear: first, she was revealing that Fu Zhixu was going to switch to acting and wouldn't be allowed to compete for resources in the singer's field; second, she emphasized the "heavy investment" aspect; and third, she was naturally a way for her to vent her anger—she had personally promoted Fu Zhixu, a junior colleague from the same company, to his position. If Fu Zhixu succeeded in the film industry, all would be well; but if he failed, he would have no way out.

Although Gao Yuanhui looks young, only in her early thirties, she is quite shrewd. Her few words not only vented Shishi's anger and showed her goodwill, but also publicly resolved the conflict between Shishi and Fu Zhixu, and promoted the debut of newcomer Lou Xiaoting—a triple win.

After all this maneuvering, she not only had to maintain a public friendship with Gao Yuanhui, but she also couldn't secretly retaliate against Fu Zhixu. Shi Shi thought to herself, a strong woman isn't just about outward appearances; it's about skillful maneuvering and a shrewd mind.

She knew she was scheming, yet she couldn't refuse. After all, it was a win-win situation: a chance to vent her anger and money delivered to her doorstep. Could she possibly refuse? Impossible, absolutely impossible!

Shi Shi clinked glasses with Mr. Gao and said calmly, "I'm sure I'll learn a lot from doing business with Mr. Gao. I'll have to trouble you to guide me."

As expected, Gao Yuanhui got her wish, flashing a charming smile: "I never bring outsiders; you have to call me Sister Gao."

"Sister Gao."

The two women smiled at each other and downed their drinks together.

Fu Yingzhou watched from a distance and saw that Shi Shi's expression was relatively normal, so he knew it must be a good thing. He tapped Shi Jing's shoulder with his finger and said, "Next time something like this happens, tell me in advance."

Shi Jing scratched his head and said helplessly, "Hmph, you really have forgotten your brothers now that you have a woman! I've already told you, it's a good thing that my cousin is finding a wife. But you just wouldn't believe me! What are we supposed to do when they're discussing business?"

"In short, there can be no next time."

Kyoto's social circle is only so big, so he naturally knew something about Gao Yuanhui.

That woman is not one to be trifled with. Old Master Shi has a whole bunch of sons and grandsons. This woman wasn't born into his family. She only came to Kyoto during her university years, and after making her debut, she surpassed all her children and grandchildren to become his most favored one. She almost squeezed them all out of the way. Judging from Shi Jing's demeanor, they have a very good relationship. With such methods, of course he's worried about Shi Shi getting hurt.

Shi Jing rolled her eyes: "Forget it, I know you don't believe my sister is a good person. Don't worry, if she bullies my sister-in-law, I'll turn against her."

Too lazy to explain to this idiot, Fu Yingzhou walked towards Shishi.

After greeting Gao Yuanhui, he said to Shi Shi, "It's about to officially begin, let's go over there."

Shi Shi took Fu Yingzhou's arm, and the two walked towards the banquet hall. Upon entering, the hall was brightly lit. Fu Yingzhou led Shi Shi in exchanging pleasantries with people from all walks of life. Shi Shi responded with elegance and grace, exuding confidence in every gesture.

Suddenly, a slight commotion arose in the crowd, and Liu Xinlang appeared. Surprisingly, he didn't appear on his own.

Just a moment ago they were calling each other "Brother Xinlang." The two of them, Hu Meimei and her sister, were clearly very close.

Shishi looked at him questioningly. What was going on?

Fu Yingzhou wore an expression that said, "I don't know either."

Liu Xinlang and Hu Lingxi stood in the center of the stage, the man looking overjoyed, while the woman wore a shy and bashful expression.

"I have some good news to share with everyone today."