Chapter 35: The Gold Medal Agent, Shi Heng

This man, in the original script, was the top agent that Ji Sichen specifically recruited for Bai Xuexue. Under his management, Bai Xuexue’s career soared—she outshone award-winning film stars and outperformed the most popular actresses. So, taking advantage of the fact that Bai Xuexue had yet to connect with him, she decided to recruit him first. After all, she was in need of a new agent herself.

But Shi Heng was also infamous in the industry for one particular trait: his sharp tongue.

Her flattery clearly pleased Shi Heng, and his mood visibly brightened. “However, I don’t want to tarnish my reputation in the industry,” Shi Heng replied coolly. “If I were to switch companies, it would be an act of betrayal. Besides, Miss Jiang, I don’t yet see the potential in you to become truly famous. The person you've offended is, in our entertainment world, untouchable. For now, you’ve garnered immense attention, but in this business, popularity can be as fleeting as a blossom. Soon, the audience might not even remember your name.”

Jiang Sui caught his argument without missing a beat: “Mr. Shi, your contract with Whale Entertainment should be expiring soon, shouldn’t it? So, I don’t think betrayal is really the issue here.”

Shi Heng frowned. “How do you know that?”

Jiang Sui scoffed inwardly. Of course she knew—Shi Heng’s falling out with Whale Entertainment and the impending end of his contract was exactly why Ji Sichen poached him. He was already looking for his next opportunity, so why pretend to be so principled?

She didn’t answer his question and instead said directly, “Mr. Shi, as long as you agree to work with me, you can name any terms you like. Even if it costs me everything I own!”

Sincerity is always the ultimate weapon.

Shi Heng was momentarily silent.

Why did he suddenly feel a little moved?

She spoke earnestly, “To tell you the truth, Mr. Shi, I admire you so much. You’re so young and have already managed so many successful artists. Every star in the industry wants to work with you. Honestly, I’m reaching far above my station. Just having you here with me is an honor, but I still hope we might have the chance to work together.”

Shi Heng’s expression softened ever so slightly.

In his entire life…

Damn it, he’d never been confessed to so sincerely before!

This feeling of being elevated to a pedestal was dizzying, but he was genuinely touched.

How could someone be this earnest?

“Today, the director team from ‘Mom Is a Hero’ called me. They said they wanted to revive the show and hope that Xuanxuan and I can return for the final live episode.” She suddenly shifted the conversation to work.

Indeed, she had received a call from the production team today, inviting her back for the last live episode. She knew the show wanted to use that episode to help Bai Xuexue win over some fans and offset the current negative publicity, while also hoping her return would salvage the program’s reputation. After all, the suspension of the show was closely tied to her.

She agreed, of course—for a higher fee.

After some hesitation, the production team accepted her terms, though she insisted on broadcasting from her own home rather than their designated location.

The production team was reluctant at first but ultimately agreed.

Shi Heng frowned thoughtfully. He was well aware of this variety show—it had taken the internet by storm. Jiang Sui herself was a polarizing figure, but undeniably, she was famous now. The company’s strategy team had been analyzing her case these past few days.

That a show in such turmoil could resume broadcasting spoke volumes about the power behind Bai Xuexue.

“Mr. Shi, you see, the entertainment industry doesn’t belong to the Ji family alone. Otherwise, how would I be invited back?” After saying this, Jiang Sui pressed her palms together in a gesture of sincere supplication. “I truly hope to work with you. In fact, you’re the only person I want to work with—you’re my one and only choice! Whatever terms you set, I’ll accept. I mean it. Mr. Shi, could you… consider giving me a chance?”

Shi Heng was silent.

He had to admit—he was tempted.

Who could possibly refuse being told they were someone’s one and only?

Damn it.