Chapter 101: Fame? Money? What Do You Think I’m Still Missing? (Part 1) (1)

Seeing these vehicles arrive, everyone present could not help but slightly change color.

Everyone knew that anyone who could afford cars like these was either wealthy or powerful.

Soon, a group of men and women in formal suits stepped out of the cars. Even their clothing alone was enough to show how affluent they were, all of it the kind of extravagantly luxurious Italian bespoke branding.

Their bearing was extraordinary as well. Among them were two whose presence even made Zhang Ten Billion feel inferior by comparison.

When he saw them arrive, even Yang the Second was left somewhat at a loss.

Though he put on a big-shot act, the only wealthy person he knew was Zhang Ten Billion, and Zhang Ten Billion did not even know him.

Aside from Zhang Ten Billion, he did not know a single rich person from outside the county town.

“Who are these people? Are they Xiao Fan’s friends?”

The moment those words fell, Zhang Ten Billion’s expression shifted slightly.

“They’re Zhao Liufang, the CEO of our city’s Blue Light Group. The entertainment arm under their conglomerate is unmatched in our province, and even nationwide, it’s a household name.”

“Blue Light Group?”

Yang Xiaomei murmured the name, then immediately cried out in surprise.

“Oh, I know them! They’re very famous. A lot of the hit dramas on TV are produced by their company. Many well-known domestic television stations, including Potty Network and Pine Tree Network, have worked with them.”

These past few years, she had spent every day in the office chasing dramas, neglecting proper work, yet somehow had managed to memorize all these trivial, irrelevant details perfectly.

Zhang Ten Billion nodded.

“That’s right. It’s them.”

Yang the Second asked quietly,

“If they’re that impressive, then Mr. Zhang, who’s richer, them or you?”

Zhang Ten Billion shot him a white-eyed look.

“Idiot, am I even qualified to compare myself with Blue Light Group? They’re a listed company. Their market value alone exceeds thirty billion. My little bit of money means nothing in front of them.”

Hiss!

Yang the Second could not help drawing in a sharp breath.

Too strong.

For them to completely look down on Zhang Ten Billion meant their status was higher than his by who knew how many levels.

While everyone was still stunned, the group had already entered the house. At first glance, they spotted Yang Xiaofan and stepped forward with smiles.

“Mr. Yang, we are from Blue Light Group. Since we’re all from the same region, we hope you won’t mind our sudden visit.”

Yang Xiaofan did not think much of it. Since he had become famous, he naturally had to bear the price that came with fame.

Being sought out by people was perfectly normal.

Still, it did surprise him that someone from Blue Light Group had come looking for him.

“Mind it? Not at all. But what brings you here to see me? We don’t seem to know each other, do we? Could it be that you’re here to ask me to paint again?”

“Heh heh heh... Mr. Yang, you’ve misunderstood. We’re here to invite you to join our Blue Light Entertainment Group. Your singing talent is extraordinary; across the entire Chinese-language music world, there are hardly a few who can match you. If you join our company, we are absolutely confident we can turn you into a new top-tier superstar of the Chinese-language music scene!”

Hiss!

Hearing those words, everyone present once again drew in a collective gasp.

Top-tier superstar.

Only five words, and yet, though they were in a rural setting, who among them did not understand the weight behind them?

If one were to ask what the hottest profession in the world is right now, one hundred percent of people would answer: celebrity.

A casual song, a single concert, and tens or even hundreds of thousands were theirs.

A casual acting job, and millions or even tens of millions would come their way.

Even many internet celebrities who were far less than true stars could ride a wave of popularity for a month or two and rake in over a hundred million. One could imagine just how explosive this industry had become.

It had utterly eclipsed scientists, teachers, doctors, and all the others who truly benefited humanity.

And now, Blue Light Entertainment actually wanted to invite Yang Xiaofan to join Blue Light Group, while assuring him that they could elevate him to the status of a top-tier superstar.

That was the same as telling Yang Xiaofan: we will give you several billion, and in return, we will also give you unmatched fame and status.

At that moment, Yang Xiaomei felt a faint unwillingness stir in her heart.

“Xiao Fan can become a top-tier superstar?”

Several Blue Light Group executives glanced at her and said,

“Miss, have you never heard Mr. Yang sing before? His a cappella ability, you should be aware of.”

“Of course I have heard him. His songs are very nice, but isn’t it a bit much to say he can become a top-tier superstar?”

“Heh. Are you questioning our professionalism? To this day, Blue Light Entertainment has already created more than three top-tier superstars. As for other superstars, Best Actor and Best Actress winners, and top male and female leads, there are over twenty of them. In the entertainment industry, whether in prestige or strength, Blue Light Entertainment has never lost.”

Yang Xiaomei quickly waved her hands again.

“That’s not what I mean. Of course I know how powerful Blue Light Entertainment is, after all you’ve produced so many dramas. What I mean is, does he really have the strength to support becoming a top-tier superstar?”

“Heh, Miss, if that is how you understand it, then you are very, very wrong. In fact, even if we never promoted Yang Xiaofan, his current traffic alone would already be enough to call him a top-tier superstar. If he started a live stream casually right now, conservatively speaking, he could earn at least ten million. And some top-tier superstars, if they did the occasional live stream, might not even reach that number.”

“Moreover, Mr. Yang’s skill is beyond doubt. His ability is in no way inferior to any top-tier superstar or diva. Take any superstar-level figure currently in the Chinese-language music world, put them up against him in an a cappella comparison, and he would rank at least in the top three. And that is only our conservative estimate.”

Yang Xiaomei once again fell into deep doubt and near-collapse.

The more outstanding Yang Xiaofan became, the more it proved how foolish she had once been.

She really wanted to cry. If there were not so many people here, she might genuinely have been unable to hold it in.

And after putting her in her place, the bigwigs from Blue Light Entertainment once again began speaking with Yang Xiaofan.

“Mr. Yang, we are here with absolute sincerity. If you are willing to join our entertainment group, we guarantee you one hundred percent freedom in your work. When you want to work, and where you want to work, will all be coordinated by us. As for your earnings, we are willing to offer you a one-to-nine split.”