Xiaogangpao's indiscretion at the dinner table quickly spread from mouth to mouth among those at the same table and then was reported by a certain entertainment paparazzo on Weibo.
Suddenly, it caused quite a stir.
The feud between Cao and Feng had been over for a long time.
Was there going to be a new battle?
No, that didn't seem right.
Xiaogangpao didn't have a new movie coming out recently.
Young Master Cao didn't have any special projects either.
The entertainment circle was on high alert. Those who wanted to launch some activities subconsciously paused their promotions and publicity.
They were afraid of being overshadowed by the war of words between these two big shots and having all the traffic sucked away.
...
Early the next morning.
Xiaogangpao woke up from his drunken stupor. His wife, Old Xu, told him that he was on the news again.
Only then did he realize that he had caused trouble while drunk!
But who was Xiaogangpao? He was no longer the young nobody he used to be.
He was the first domestic director to achieve a box - office of one billion.
Did he not care about his face?
Even if he was the one who started the fight, he couldn't lose face. He couldn't apologize in public.
He could do it privately, but not on the surface!
Xiaogangpao lit a cigarette...
As his thoughts raced, he thought a lot.
To be honest, he didn't want to offend the capital.
Young Master Cao was different from before.
Even though he was from the Beijing circle and was not afraid of anyone in terms of status and identity, especially not those from Zhonghai.
But...
This kid was a tough nut to crack.
He was also good at hurling insults.
Although Xiaogangpao wasn't very smart, he could more or less sense that he seemed to have been used.
So, if he really got entangled with this kid, he'd be providing free publicity for the other party for no reason.
Damn it!
"Forget it," he thought. "I'll issue a statement to deny it. If that kid keeps pestering me, I'll just ignore him. The matter will soon blow over."
...
Xiaogangpao had good plans, but unfortunately, he was already a step too late.
Young Master Cao, Cao Cheng, happened to go to the CCTV headquarters.
Many celebrities were rehearsing there. Some of the artists under Cao Cheng's company were also participating. He came here to check on them and make sure they wouldn't be bullied.
In the CCTV headquarters, seniority mattered. Without a proper background, one could easily be taken advantage of.
He also planned to talk to the leaders about something.
As soon as he got out of the car, he was blocked by reporters outside.
Other celebrities were wearing masks and hats, but Cao Cheng stood there upright, looking incredibly handsome.
It was impossible for him not to draw attention.
As soon as he got out of the car, he was surrounded by reporters.
"Mr. Cao, what's your opinion on the 66.66 million yuan sky - high advertising fee?"
This matter had spread far and wide, attracting attacks from many people who resented the rich.
However, the CCTV headquarters had never responded.
Reporters couldn't find Cao Cheng either.
It was a rare chance to meet him today, so they naturally wouldn't let it slip away.
Cao Cheng smiled at the reporters. "What opinion? I don't have any. I'm the one who spent the money. What opinion could I have? I just think it's great value for money. The advertising fee of CCTV is really cheap. I'll buy it again next year!"
"..."
Well done, Young Master Cao. Your flattery is on point.
This left everyone speechless.
Another entertainment reporter shouted, "Mr. Cao, Mr. Cao, Feng Kuzhi said that you made money by luck and don't know how to spend it. What do you think?"
Cao Cheng was a bit surprised. "What did Feng Kuzhi say?"
"He said you made money by luck."
Cao Cheng laughed. "And then?"
"He also said you don't know how to spend money."
Cao Cheng burst out laughing. "I really can't compare with him in spending money. He spent all his meager earnings on treating his teeth, and still didn't get them fixed. Tsk tsk..."
Pfft~
There was a burst of laughter around.
Cao Cheng said, "Guys, please pass a message to Pao'er. Find a good dentist when you have time, and buy a pair of tighter pants. Don't keep your belt so loose. Be careful of getting sick."
Whoa—
There was a commotion and exclamations.
This...
This was a big scoop.
Didn't this imply that Feng Kuzhi was having an affair?
Everyone was extremely excited.
After that, many other questions were asked, about all sorts of things, including the copyright fee for the second season of The Voice of China.
Cao Cheng was quite obliging. He didn't rush to leave and was interviewed at the door for more than ten minutes.
Cao Cheng selected some questions and finally responded to the matter about Miracle Cosmetics.
"I also use the internet term '666'. I think it's straightforward and easy to use. For example, Xiaogangpao is really something."
"It's not his fault that he's ugly, but it's wrong of him to scare people by showing up."
"..."
A group of reporters were excited and started writing furiously.
Another quotable quote!
Cao Cheng smiled and said, "As for Miracle Cosmetics."
"It is indeed my company."
"But it's not what the rumors say. It's not a newly - established company. Its predecessor is Renshitang."
"Maybe it's not well - known because it's not a national - scale enterprise."
"However... Have you heard of Friendship Snow Cream? Everyone?"
"In the old Shanghai Bund, apart from well - known cigarettes like Hardman and Old Knife, various snow creams were very popular."
"Friendship Snow Cream was established in 1912. After the founding of the new country, it was wholly acquired by Renshitang."
"Renshitang's Friendship Snow Cream is also a memory for many people in the 1970s and 1980s."
"So,"
"Renshitang will have a history of a hundred years in a couple of years."
"My goal is very clear. I want to build a leading domestic brand in cosmetics and skincare products, revitalize this old brand, and compete with international brands."
"Of course, I can give you a little spoiler here."
"The formulas of our Miracle Cosmetics Company are the latest, most advanced, and highest - tech skincare products with no side effects."
"We welcome inspections from various institutions."
"The price may be a bit higher, but it's definitely worth the money."
"And there are several price ranges, from high - end to affordable, ensuring that everyone can afford and feel comfortable using our products."
"If I'm lying, may my teeth rot!"
"Welcome everyone to supervise."
"..."
"..."
After hearing this, everyone was speechless.
Good grief.
Is this an advertisement?
Not only an advertisement, but also a veiled dig at Xiaogangpao at the end?
As expected of you, Young Master Cao.
You really dare to say anything.
However,
Considering that Cao Cheng had answered so many questions, some of the entertainment reporters on the scene didn't mind helping him promote his products.
It was a win - win situation.
Compared with many celebrities and well - known figures, Cao Cheng was one of the easiest to approach.
Once you caught him, he'd always say something shocking.
After all, these reporters had been waiting in the cold for a sensational news story.
To put it bluntly, Cao Cheng was throwing them a bone.
...
Bang!
Xiaogangpao smashed the bowl.
This was just too much.
How dare this brat treat him like this?
He had indeed spent a lot of money on treating his teeth, but it was mainly due to other problems like vitiligo and such.
So, that wasn't the issue.
The problem was that this brat was spreading rumors, saying his pants were loose.
Although it was true.
After all, he was a director.
A producer.
A big shot.
Wasn't it reasonable to have a few mistresses?
Xiaogangpao himself had also said before that he was a philanderer and didn't shy away from it.
So,
Cao Cheng wasn't wrong, but since it hadn't been made public, it was considered a rumor.
Sue him!
Sue this bastard!
Pao'er also had a temper. He was a well - known director worth billions and had shot a movie about the earthquake this year.
Now, being scolded right in the face by a young guy and being called ugly, he just couldn't stand it.
Even if he had started the feud first, it still wasn't okay.
Sue him!
Just claim that the guy had slandered his private life. It didn't matter how much compensation he could get; at least he had to make that kid suffer.
...
Cao Cheng entered the TV station.
He talked with the leaders about some issues, mainly about cooperation and advertising.
After that, he went backstage for the rehearsal.
He came to support his own artists and met quite a few celebrities in the entertainment circle.
As the boss of an entertainment company, a cinema chain, and a top - notch music program, although Cao Cheng was young, many artists treated him with respect when they met.
He also saw the Little Tigers.
Was this the year of their reunion?
Young Master Cao suddenly realized it but didn't get overly excited. He shook hands with them one by one.
He also saw Fat Ling. At this time, she wasn't very fat yet. Her two little dimples were quite distinctive.
In fact, she was just an ordinary - looking person, at most, moderately good - looking.
She didn't have the unique charm she would have when she got fat.
But...
Young Master Cao knew that in the future, Fat Ling would become a director and actress worth billions.
Who could have imagined that!
After just two movies, she had become a small - scale capitalist.
Leaving aside the investment value, there must also be some negative emotions.
...
Backstage, he saw Fat Ling and her partner looking worried as they rehearsed the script.
The live - show hadn't even started yet, and they were already like this during the rehearsal?
Their psychological quality was really poor.
"Are you guys very nervous?"
"Uh..." The two of them forced an awkward smile, not knowing how to answer.
After all, they weren't very familiar with him.
Cao Cheng smiled and said, "I've watched some of your previous shows and recognize your faces. I just haven't paid attention to your names. Sorry!"
"It's okay, I'm Jia Ling!"
"I'm Bai Kainan!"
"Oh!" Cao Cheng nodded suddenly, "I'll remember your names this time. Nice to meet you."
They shook hands. Cao Cheng said with a smile, "Don't be so nervous. The Spring Festival Gala is all about having fun, not a professional competition. I remember you used to be the first - place winner in a professional competition, right?"
"Yes!" Fat Ling nodded and gave an embarrassed smile.
"Great. Are you signed to a company?"
"Me?" Fat Ling didn't expect such a sudden invitation.
She was a cross - talk performer. Why would she need to sign with an agency?
A few years ago, she had indeed acted in a lousy script, playing the eighteenth female character.
In other words, she was just an extra.
Miracle Media was at the peak of its popularity. Why would they invite her?
"Well, I'm working independently. I don't have an agency," Fat Ling replied.
Cao Cheng nodded and sized her up and down.
Then he shook his head and said, "Your figure..."
Fat Ling felt embarrassed. "Yeah, I'm a bit on the plump side. Hehe."
Compared to how she would be in the future, she was quite thin now.
However, compared to ordinary female artists, she was much fatter.
So she misunderstood what Young Master Cao meant.
Cao Cheng shook his head with a smile. "I mean you're too thin."
"What?" Fat Ling was stunned.
"She's thin?" Bai Kainan was also speechless.
Cao Cheng smiled and said, "Sometimes, people's fates are very strange. For some female artists, the thinner they are, the better. But for some... the fatter, the better. Take Sister Fei from Hong Kong as an example."
"I think... of course, this is just my personal opinion, not really a suggestion. I just feel that if you gain a little more weight, you might become more popular."
"What?" Fat Ling was completely numb.
There was no such logic.
It felt like he was deliberately mocking her.
But considering his status, it was unlikely that he would mock an unknown cross - talk performer for no reason.
Cao Cheng took out his phone. "Let's exchange phone numbers. You can come to me when you gain some weight. Of course, you can also keep working independently. Let's just be friends."
Fat Ling quickly took out her phone.
After Young Master Cao left.
Fat Ling looked at her partner. "Am I being looked down upon?"
Bai Kainan shook his head. "I think you're in luck. Eat more in the future."
"No way. If I get any fatter, I'll be a mess."
"Not necessarily. I think you might look cute with a rounder face."
"Get out of here."
This little incident didn't cause much of a stir.
But just like a little butterfly flapping its wings, it would create a miracle worth billions in the future.
Even though she would be severely slandered, it was still worth it.
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