After Being Blackened All Over the Internet, I Ruled the Military Variety Shows-Chapter 92: The Art of Speaking

Seeing Jiang Yuting leading Jiang Xiyu towards Director Wei, Tong Yue didn’t hurry. Instead, she followed the plan, delivering the prepared birthday gift to today’s birthday star, only using the corner of her eye to watch Director Wei’s movements nearby.

She planned to greet him when he seemed less busy.

Although Director Wei was undoubtedly the one under the spotlight today, this was still Wei Minmin’s birthday party. Jiang Yuting barged in with her intentions laid bare, fearing that others wouldn’t realize she was there to recommend someone, completely disregarding what the true host might think. Tong Yue would never do something like that.

Just as she was about to find a corner to sit and rest, Wei Minmin approached her, "Ms. Tong."

Tong Yue’s face instantly showed surprise.

If she had brought Jiang Lingxi along, the others would easily guess her identity through Jiang Lingxi.

But she came alone, and when delivering the gift, she used the company’s name. That Wei Minmin could accurately call out who she was left her a bit puzzled.

Had her reputation as a manager in the industry grown to such a level?

It shouldn’t be, right?

Regardless of her thoughts, Tong Yue’s expression remained impeccable, "I’m honored that Miss Wei can recognize me. It’s a privilege to represent the company in sending birthday wishes to Miss Wei."

Wei Minmin heard Tong Yue’s official tone but didn’t mind. She recognized Tong Yue because she had done some research on Jiang Lingxi, and she was particularly interested in something else, "I want to know if Jiang Lingxi’s archery coach was introduced by you? Can I meet them?"

Nobody knew that sweet-looking Wei Minmin harbored a martial arts dream in her heart. After accidentally entering the Wilderness Survival live stream due to her uncle’s mention a few days ago, the videos of Jiang Lingxi’s archery were still saved on her phone.

Tong Yue was taken aback by such a leap in topics.

"Archery? Coach?" It took her two seconds to regain composure, then she shook her head at the expectant Wei Minmin, "I didn’t find Lingxi a coach for archery. She must have learned it earlier. If not for the Wilderness Survival show, I, as her manager, wouldn’t have known she had this skill."

Wei Minmin, though a bit disappointed by this, believed Tong Yue wasn’t lying, so she accepted, "Alright, then."

Looks like her martial arts dream will have to wait.

Tong Yue intended to move aside, but she couldn’t hold back and asked, "Miss Wei, do you also watch the Wilderness Survival live stream?"

"My uncle mentioned Jiang Lingxi and said she can do archery, so I took some time to watch," she replied casually, while Tong Yue’s heart pounded.

She wanted to ask why Director Wei had casually mentioned her artist but stopped herself when she saw Wei Minmin’s uninterested demeanor, likely due to not being able to learn archery.

Honestly, she wasn’t very confident when she came over.

Although Jiang Lingxi’s performance in the Wilderness Survival program was impressive, Director Wei’s new drama, even its name hadn’t been revealed yet, attracted countless artists to vie for it, including A-list actors and actresses. Her artist was far beneath them in terms of status and acting skills.

But seeing Jiang Yuting constantly maneuvering for a role in Director Wei’s new drama made her uneasy at heart.

She retaliated against Jiang Yuting and Jiang Xiyu at the club entrance simply not to lose face.

In truth, she wasn’t sure of herself.

However, after hearing Wei Minmin’s words, Tong Yue couldn’t help but gain more confidence in Jiang Lingxi.

After all, for someone as busy as Director Wei to mention a minor actor for no reason was unlikely.

Wondering why he mentioned her artist, her eyes unwittingly shifted to where Director Wei was.

It happened to be not far from there.

And in front of Director Wei stood Jiang Yuting and Jiang Xiyu, who had just squeezed in.

Though the overall atmosphere of this birthday party was quite quiet, there were many guests, and even soft conversations became hard to hear amid the buzz.

Although Tong Yue couldn’t hear what Jiang Yuting and Jiang Xiyu said to Director Wei, looking at their confident then gradually stiffening expressions, she could guess it wasn’t what they wanted to hear.

She felt secretly delighted.

The reality was that what Wei Xiao said was even more unkind than Tong Yue had imagined.

The observation report from his nephew was sent to him just last night.

After reading it, he made a nearly half-hour call to his friend Li Shuo, and then personally looked up some video clips related to the Wilderness Survival show, with the most viewed ones starring Jiang Lingxi.

However, even with his nephew and Li Shuo vouching for him, Jiang Lingxi was merely one of the backup candidates for a role in his new drama.

Where did Jiang Xiyu get the confidence to directly recommend herself in front of him?

If she had gone through the proper audition process, he might have thought slightly better of her.

Originally, he had a pretty good impression of her, but now, it’s better not to mention it.

So, when Jiang Yuting subtly expressed the desire for an important role for Jiang Xiyu in his new drama, and met Jiang Xiyu’s hopeful eyes, Wei Xiao directly replied with three words: "Not considering it."

Jiang Yuting nearly lost control of her expression on the spot. She wanted to ask why not but swallowed the words when she saw Wei Xiao impatiently waving them away.

She tugged the still reluctant-to-leave Jiang Xiyu, signaling with her eyes not to speak further to avoid frustrating Director Wei further.

Jiang Xiyu reluctantly prepared to leave with Jiang Yuting but noticed Tong Yue approaching, and her steps paused.

She had just been struck down here, so if Tong Yue also failed in front of Director Wei, she’d feel better.

"I want to have a drink before leaving."

Meanwhile, she could watch Tong Yue’s impending embarrassment.

With just one look, Jiang Yuting guessed her cousin’s intentions, and her heart echoed the thought.

She casually brought two drinks over, "Then let’s wait a bit before leaving."

Tong Yue, noticing Jiang Yuting and Jiang Xiyu’s glances, walked unhesitatingly to Director Wei, who had just sat down to rest.

"Hello, Director Wei, I’m Jiang Lingxi’s manager, Tong Yue."

"Oh, do you have any business?"

Not being turned away relieved Tong Yue, "I heard Director Wei is casting for a new drama?"

Seeing Director Wei frown at Tong Yue similarly, Jiang Xiyu nearly laughed out loud, sipping her drink.

She had been unsuccessful there, and now it seemed Jiang Lingxi would also not get a role in Director Wei’s new drama.

Wei Xiao’s tone was flat, "Are you here to recommend your artist as well?"

Tong Yue paused, choosing her words carefully, "Not exactly recommend, but I’d like to ask Director Wei for an audition opportunity. Regardless of whether Lingxi catches your eye, I believe it’s a valuable experience for her."

Wei Xiao’s expression softened, "You’re more tactful than the last one." ƒгeewёbnovel.com

Jiang Yuting, not far away, set down her wineglass. What had Director Wei just said to make Tong Yue not leave, but smile instead?