Chapter 699
The paparazzi learn Yang Ying's methods
Jiang Yang stepped into the RV and saw Bai Lu sitting opposite Yang Ying with a sweet smile on her face, chatting happily with Yang Ying. Her well-behaved and sensible appearance made Jiang Yang frown.
This girl changes her attitude faster than flipping through a book. Just now in the room, she was calling Yang Ying a slut, but now that we're together, she's acting like Yang Ying's lapdog. It's really a headache.
"Baby, didn't you used to work in Hong Kong?" Bai Lu asked excitedly, her tone full of curiosity and her eyes sparkling with gossip, completely unaware of Jiang Yang's arrival.
"How can you talk like that? What do you mean by 'getting by'?" Jiang Yang reminded her, his tone tinged with helplessness. He glared at Bai Lu, signaling her to watch her words and not to offend Yang Ying by being ignorant of etiquette.
Reminded by Jiang Yang, Bai Lu instantly came to her senses, a sheepish smile appearing on her face as she quickly tried to cover it up: "Sorry, sorry, Sister Baby, I misspoke. I meant I've been there, oh no, I mean I've been through it. Didn't you used to work in Hong Kong? I heard that you knew a lot of big names in the industry when you were there, is that true?"
"Stop gossiping with Sister Baby, go do your own thing. Sister Baby and I have important business to discuss." Jiang Yang frowned, his tone impatient.
He knew that once Bai Lu started gossiping, she would never stop. If he let her stay here, it would definitely delay his discussion with Yang Ying about resource exchange.
"Let me chat a little longer, boss." Bai Lu looked up at Jiang Yang, her tone pleading and her eyes full of pitifulness: "Sister Baby is so beautiful. Such a big star is willing to chat with me. Where else can I find such a good thing? Moreover, Sister Baby is so down-to-earth, so gentle and kind. Really, I believe that Sister Baby will definitely stay popular forever and will always be a top star!"
Jiang Yang wanted to laugh, but also felt helpless.
Even if it's someone Bai Lu dislikes, she'll say anything nice and do anything to please them if she can find out some gossip.
I was with him just now, and we were talking about Yang Ying. He kept calling her a slut and criticizing her for being dishonest. But now that we've met, he's praising her to the skies, acting like a sycophant. It really proves the saying that as long as there's gossip, even an enemy can become an idol.
“It’s alright, Xiao Jiang,” Yang Ying said with a smile, her tone gentle. She waved her hand lightly to signal Jiang Yang not to be angry. “I’ll chat with Bai Lu a bit more. This is the last melon, okay? Don’t worry, Bai Lu, after we finish this, I’ll talk to your boss about serious business. I won’t take up your time.”
As Yang Ying spoke, her posture remained elegant, her hands gently placed on her lap, a faint smile on her lips, her eyes gentle, and her tone kind, without the slightest hint of impatience. Her composed demeanor naturally inspired goodwill.
The reason she was willing to gossip with Bai Lu was not only because Bai Lu was cute, but more importantly, she wanted to win Bai Lu over and get Bai Lu to say good things about her in front of Jiang Yang.
"Thank you, Sister Baby!" Bai Lu immediately beamed and said, her voice full of gratitude. Then, continuing the previous topic, she asked with a curious look, "Sister Baby, I heard that when Wang Jiawei was filming 'Ashes of Time,' the entire crew was caught soliciting prostitutes. Is that true? I also heard that it was the local municipal police who did it, and it was a big operation. Is that true?"
Yang Ying couldn't help but laugh upon hearing this, and shook her head: "Actually, it's not that serious. I remember when this happened, you were probably only one year old. You weren't even born yet, so how would you know about this?"
Upon hearing this, Bai Lu was instantly stunned, her eyes widening in disbelief, her voice tinged with surprise: "Baby, you know my birthday?"
“You were born in '94, so your birthday is this month,” Yang Ying said with a smile. “It’s only a little over ten days until your birthday. We should celebrate it properly then. After all, 22 is the most beautiful age for a girl, and it’s worth commemorating.”
Bai Lu is completely convinced.
She looked at Yang Ying, her heart filled with shock and admiration. She never expected that Yang Ying, a top star, would remember the birthday of a small-time actress like her, and remember it so clearly, even knowing her birth year and month.
It's estimated that Yang Ying even remembered the birthdays of Ruth, Xiwei, Haochun, and Chaoyue. Even if she did all this just to leave a good impression on Jiang Yang, to win them over, and to negotiate a resource exchange with Jiang Yang, she did her homework thoroughly and wasn't perfunctory at all.
No wonder Yang Ying is good at singing and acting, but she has managed to get to where she is today just by relying on her face. She can navigate various circles of fame and fortune, make Huang Xiaoming devoted to her, and get so many big names in the industry to give her face. This kind of ability is really hard for ordinary people to have.
She felt both envious and admiring, secretly thinking that if she had such abilities, she could also thrive in the industry like Yang Ying.
"Forget it," Bai Lu thought to herself. "This kind of woman is indeed worthy of Qian Jiangyang. After all, she has the resources and the means. Moreover, she can bring her the opportunity to appear on Running Man. As long as she can appear on Running Man and gain more exposure and become famous, she won't care about anything else. Even if Yang Ying really has ulterior motives towards Jiangyang, she will tolerate it for the time being."
The reason Yang Ying was able to bring Bai Lu, Zhao Lushi, Tian Xiwei, and Liu Haochun onto Running Man wasn't because of her own connections, but because of her husband, Huang Xiaoming. It's 2016 now, and Huang Xiaoming already has a very wide network of connections in the entertainment industry, especially in variety shows and film and television, where he has many reliable contacts.
Huang Xiaoming had a close personal relationship with the director and producer of the Running Man program in his early years. They often ate and drank tea together and had a very good relationship.
Moreover, Huang Xiaoming has invested in the parent company of Running Man and has a close working relationship with the company's senior management, so his words carry a lot of weight.
In addition, Huang Xiaoming has close ties with many big names and investors in the industry. These connections can help him secure opportunities for Bai Lu and the others to appear on Running Man.
As the most popular variety show in 2016, Running Man has extremely high exposure. Just appearing on one episode of Running Man can bring a lot of exposure, gain many fans, and boost one's fame to a new level.
Yang Ying knew that what these young actresses, Bai Lu, Zhao Lushi, and Tian Xiwei, wanted most was this kind of exposure opportunity. That's why she used this to win them over and please them, so that they would speak up for her in front of Jiang Yang.
"Baby, you've truly impressed me! From now on, you're my idol!" Bai Lu composed herself, speaking earnestly with a tone full of sincerity and admiration, her eyes brimming with adoration. "So all that praising me before was just a lie," Yang Ying teased with a smile, her tone tinged with affection. "Wasn't I your idol before? Why are you only saying it now? From now on, I'm your idol!"
"That was true before, that was true before!" Bai Lu quickly tried to cover up, her face showing a flustered expression and her tone urgent: "Sister BABY, I've always liked you a lot, you've always been my idol. It's just that I was deeply moved by you just now, so I'm emphasizing it again. Don't misunderstand, I didn't mean anything by it."
Yang Ying burst into laughter, her laughter infectious. She reached out and gently patted Bai Lu's shoulder, her voice tender: "Alright, alright, I was just teasing you. I know you genuinely like me, and I really like you, this cute and sincere girl. Come on, let's add each other on WeChat. When your birthday comes, I'll have my assistant send you a gift. You'll be 22 then."
At this point, Yang Ying's tone gradually became sincere, and her eyes were filled with emotion. Looking at Bai Lu, she said earnestly, "Bai Lu, 22 years old is the most beautiful age for a girl. You are young, vibrant, energetic, and full of infinite possibilities and hopes. I know that the road in the entertainment industry is not easy. It is full of hardships and setbacks, full of deceit and treachery. Many people are willing to pay any price to climb the ladder and become famous. Many people also lose themselves on this road and abandon their original aspirations."
“You are smart, hardworking, and have a great talent for variety shows, you just lack an opportunity,” Yang Ying continued, her tone sincere and her eyes encouraging. “I hope you can cherish your youth, cherish every opportunity, work hard, improve yourself, and no matter what difficulties and setbacks you encounter, don’t give up on your original aspirations, don’t lose yourself, maintain your sincerity and kindness, and rely on your own efforts to realize your dreams and get everything you want.”
“I know that Jiang Yang values you and takes good care of you. He is a very talented and responsible person,” Yang Ying said gently. “You should listen to Jiang Yang, learn from him, ask him for advice, and let him mentor you. He will help you and give you opportunities. As long as you seize them and work hard, one day you will stand on a higher stage, be recognized and liked by more people, realize your value, and have your own place in the world.”
Yang Ying's words were gentle and sincere, full of encouragement and care.
Bai Lu was deeply moved.
She looked at Yang Ying and nodded vigorously: "Thank you, Sister Baby, thank you for your encouragement. I will definitely remember what you said, work hard, improve myself, and live up to your expectations and the care of Boss Jiang Yang."
"Silly girl, no need to be so polite," Yang Ying said with a smile. "I've been through this myself, and I know how difficult this path is. I also hope that you young girls can avoid some detours, have a smoother journey, and realize your dreams as soon as possible. Okay, let's not talk about these sad things anymore. Let's keep in touch when we have time."
"Okay, Sister BABY!" Bai Lu nodded quickly, took out her phone, opened WeChat, added Yang Ying as a friend, and smiled happily, her heart filled with emotion and anticipation.
After adding each other on WeChat, Yang Ying smiled at Jiang Yang and said, "Bai Lu is such a wonderful girl. She's smart, hardworking, sincere, and adorable. You should nurture her well... Just a reminder, Jiang, don't forget Bai Lu's birthday present. A girl's birthday is very important."
"Did you hear that, boss!" Bai Lu immediately shouted, her tone smug and provocative as she looked at Jiang Yang: "Since Sister Baby said so, you can't forget my birthday present. If you forget, I'll tell Sister Baby and have her teach you a lesson!"
"You're threatening me now?" Jiang Yang glanced at Bai Lu: "I won't give it to you, what can you do to me? If you're so capable, go ahead and complain to me, and see if Sister Baby will help you or me."
Bai Lu tilted her chin up and said stubbornly, "Sister Baby likes me so much, she will definitely help me!"
The group chatted for a few more minutes, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
Bai Lu's gossip instincts kicked in again. She looked at Yang Ying and asked curiously, "Baby, do you remember so many people's birthdays? I think it must be a lot of trouble to remember so many people's birthdays. How can you remember them so clearly?"
“How could I possibly remember so many people’s birthdays?” Yang Ying laughed. “I only remember the birthdays of my friends, like the people on the Jiangyang film set, that director named Zhou Hao, and the director of photography—I forgot his name. They’re not my friends, so I don’t bother with them.”
"My agent, executive agent, publicist, and makeup team—these are the people I'm close to and who are very important to me. I will remember them and prepare gifts for them."
Yang Ying continued, her tone sincere: "I think friends should cherish and remember each other, remember their birthdays, and prepare a small gift for them. Although it's not something expensive, it's a token of my affection, which makes them feel valued and cared for, and it can also make our relationship closer."
"Okay, I understand!" Bai Lu listened attentively, nodding as she listened.
These are all excellent methods Yang Ying uses to win people over. They are so impressive! She listened more attentively than anyone else. In the future, she would also learn from Yang Ying, learn these methods, learn how to win people over, and learn how to make Jiang Yang value her more and favor her more.
Yang Ying used the same methods she used to bewitch Huang Xiaoming on Jiang Yang.
She believed it.
Once she learns these methods, Jiang Yang will definitely give her more resources, make her famous, and treat her the same way he treated Xiwei and Chaoyue.
"Oh, right, Sister Baby." Bai Lu suddenly remembered something, looked at Yang Ying, and reminded her with a curious expression, "You haven't told me about that gossip yet, about the whole crew of Wang Jiawei's 'Ashes of Time' soliciting prostitutes. Is it true or not? Were the main actors, like Leung Chiu-wai and the others, involved?"
“It’s obvious that Sister Baby doesn’t want to talk about it, so let’s not make things difficult for her.”
Jiang Yang frowned, his tone tinged with impatience, and reminded Bai Lu, "Get out of here. Don't act like a paparazzi, always gossiping and interrupting my serious conversation with Sister Baby." (End of Chapter)