Chapter 191 Let Her Witness the Power of Capital

Bai Xiyuan realized something was wrong when the magazine cover she had already agreed upon for the end of the year was suddenly canceled. The celebrity in question was renowned for her fame, status, and commercial appeal. This cover had been confirmed three months prior, and the sudden breach of contract just before the shoot left Bai Xiyuan's entire team utterly bewildered. Then, a rumor surfaced: the cover had gone to Liang Qian. While both women possessed outstanding charisma, their paths were somewhat different, and they hadn't been significant competitors. Upon hearing this news, Bai Xiyuan's agent slammed the table. "Is Zhao Ting declaring war on me?" Zhao Ting was Liang Qian's agent. She and Liang Qian had achieved mutual success; without Zhao Ting, Liang Qian wouldn't be where she is today, and without Liang Qian, Zhao Ting wouldn't be either. Bai Xiyuan's career was relatively stable, and while this magazine cover was important, it wasn't an unrecoverable loss for her. "Don't lose your composure. Send someone to find out the reason first." Half an hour later, a response came back. "We heard that high-level management directly intervened." Bai Xiyuan's expression turned grim, and she let out a cold laugh. "Should I be grateful that they didn't cancel on me on the day of the shoot?" To make it for this shoot, she had rushed to finish another engagement and returned overnight, only to be told now that someone else was taking over. Bai Xiyuan frowned and thought for a long time, stubbornly resisting a certain conclusion. However, subsequent events forced her to consider that possibility. "Sister Bai, C brand's fashion show suddenly emailed saying they sent the wrong ticket to you." "Sister Bai, the program for D station's gala has been cut." "Sister Bai, the advertising collaboration we were negotiating was rejected by the other party." "Sister Bai, the J brand perfume endorsement has expired, and the client isn't considering renewal." "Sister Bai, the title of our global endorsement has been directly downgraded." "Sister Bai, the hotel's image ambassador position also..." "... " Bai Xiyuan listened to one piece of news after another, her face growing paler. Many commercial endorsements were halted simultaneously. Except for those related to the Bai family, others, especially those connected to Lu Corporation and Song Corporation, had all fallen through. Had her schemes been exposed? But Bai Jinyun hadn't called her, and the money she provided was sufficient. It was then that Bai Xiyuan remembered the Weibo posts from the crew of "Jun Qi" and Song Ni's Weibo. Was the person caught Bai Jinyun? But why hadn't she received any news? "What's the progress with the negotiations with Tan Corporation?" A staff member checked the records. "The meeting with their representative is the day after tomorrow. We haven't received any rejection calls yet." Bai Xiyuan took a deep breath; there was still a chance with Tan Corporation. If she still couldn't understand now, she'd be utterly foolish. Regardless of whether Song Ni knew she was behind it, Song Ni was determined to strip her of all resources. Tan Zheng, do you know what a vicious person your wife is? "Any news from the 'Jun Qi' set?" The agent seemed puzzled by Bai Xiyuan's persistent focus on "Jun Qi." Even if it was Director Jiang's production, there was no need to inquire so repeatedly and ask about the situation there. "Filming is proceeding normally. What's wrong?" Hearing this, Bai Xiyuan knitted her brows. "Proceeding normally?" "Yes." "Didn't Song Ni fall?" "It doesn't seem to be very serious. She insisted on continuing to film, and the internet praised her professionalism. She trended that morning." She was on a plane that morning, so it was no wonder she didn't know. Bai Xiyuan's brow furrowed. If she remembered correctly, Song Ni's scenes largely involved wirework. To be discharged from the hospital the day after a fall and be able to film? However, Bai Xiyuan didn't have the mind to dwell on these matters. In just one day, so many of her endorsements had been canceled; this was undoubtedly a severe blow. "Sister Bai, what should we do?" Bai Xiyuan couldn't think of a solution for the moment. "Maintain contact with our collaborators. For now, focus all our efforts on preparing for the cooperation with Tan Corporation." "But Sister Bai, they've all blocked us." "Then go meet them. Go to their company. Don't you understand?" Bai Xiyuan's voice rose, her anger surfacing. The studio staff exchanged glances, unaware of why their boss had suddenly changed. The silence in the office brought Bai Xiyuan back to her senses. She took a deep breath, suppressing her agitation. "Everyone, work hard for the next two days. If we secure the cooperation with Tan Corporation the day after tomorrow, none of this will matter." Hearing this, everyone returned to their work with renewed focus. They could understand; anyone would be angry after experiencing so many contract cancellations at once. However, Bai Xiyuan was unaware that her belief that she could still cooperate with Tan Corporation was merely at Song Ni's behest. Tan Zheng was in America, and such a minor matter wouldn't be reported to him. Moreover, Bai Xiyuan's endorsement was a trivial matter for Tan Corporation; even Su Qing didn't take it seriously. It was only after Song Ni personally called that Su Qing obtained the relevant information from other secretaries in the president's office. Pity that Bai Xiyuan was still clinging to the fantasy, deluding herself into thinking that Tan Zheng might maintain the possibility of cooperation out of past classmate camaraderie. At this moment, Song Ni, having just finished a scene, received a call from Su Qing. "Madam, Bai Xiyuan's side just called to confirm the negotiation for the day after tomorrow." Song Ni played with a prop in her hand, looked up at the faint sunlight, and narrowed her eyes. "Su Qing, are you free the day after tomorrow?" "I will follow Madam's arrangements." Song Ni chuckled softly. She truly liked the two assistants beside Tan Zheng, Zhou Jin and Su Qing. Both were very perceptive, especially regarding her matters, prioritizing them above all else. Song Ni wasn't sure if Tan Zheng had instructed them, but either way, she liked these two assistants immensely and would find an opportunity to ask Tan Zheng to reward them. Zhou Jin, who was frantically busy, suddenly sneezed. He probably never imagined that the year-end bonus he was about to lose for neglecting Madam would be reinstated by Song Ni's word. "Su Qing, then I'll trouble you to personally handle the meeting." Su Qing acknowledged. "Oh, right. Please help me observe the splendid expression on the face of this renowned Film Empress Bai." "Understood, Madam." After hanging up, Su Qing tilted her head, not quite understanding why Song Ni had called about such a small matter. However, she knew that the so-called Film Empress Bai seemed to have offended her Madam. Offending her Madam meant offending her boss. Tsk, she was in for a rough time. After Song Ni hung up, she saw Su Jingxi looking at her with a gossip-filled smile. "Film Emperor Su, are you happy to have help dealing with the woman you dislike?" Su Jingxi: ... What do you mean by "help dealing with her"? It's clearly me who wants to deal with her. But Film Emperor Su curved his lips and smiled warmly. "Indeed, the power of capital is immense. I'm impressed."