Rebirth of the Galactic Superstar Chapter 5

Chapter 5

Jian Anning drove with Xi Ze to the spaceport and boarded a spacecraft to return to the Silver Fox Entertainment building. Throughout the journey, Xi Ze remained silent, calmly scanning his surroundings, observing this future world that he was still unfamiliar with.

Fortunately, despite the advancement of technology and humanity’s expansion beyond Earth to build suitable habitats and develop other planets, the basic way of life had remained largely unchanged.

Xi Ze followed Jian Anning into the Silver fox building, a standalone 50-story high-rise located in the most bustling area.

Jian Anning strode into the lobby of the building, donning a cloak and sunglasses. With a confident air, she looked like a proud peac*ck, placing one hand naturally on Xi Ze’s back, assuming a caring posture as she led him forward.

As soon as they entered the lobby, the hurried and sharp sound of footsteps attracted many glances. Soon, almost everyone in the lobby turned their attention towards them.

Who in the entertainment industry wouldn’t recognize Jian Anning in the Silver fox building? She was the recent laughingstock.

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Although they had only recently met and couldn’t be considered close, Jian Anning had never been so open-hearted with any of her other artists. Perhaps it was because she felt so comfortable being around Xi Ze. Despite being much younger and only a sophomore in college, he exuded a stable presence. When she was with him, she naturally let down her guard and reserve.

Also, she couldn’t afford to wait any longer. She was already at an age where if she didn’t make a breakthrough in her career within the next year or two, it would be a downward slope for her.

She couldn’t wait and didn’t want to wait anymore. Should she slowly climb back to the top step by step? No! She wouldn’t hesitate anymore. Although she had lost her previous status, how could Jian Anning be so easily defeated?

In the past, she was like a diligent ox tilling the fields, starting as an assistant and steadily working her way up to becoming an agent. Yet, hadn’t she suddenly fallen from a high place? Now, she would unleash her entire aura, releasing that long-suppressed proud and arrogant soul within her. She wanted those who looked down on her, mocked her, and attacked her to see if Jian Anning could truly regain her place at the top and become a top-tier agent once again!

And now, she had Xi Ze, a young man who would become a galactic superstar like Arnold. The entire galaxy, the entire interstellar community, would go crazy for him!

Just watch, she would succeed, and Xi Ze would succeed too!

The elevator received the command and ascended straight to the 48th floor.

Although Xi Ze didn’t know what had happened to Jian Anning, it was clear that she was in a precarious situation. If it was for self-preservation, Xi Ze would naturally keep his distance. But he understood this industry. Despite the advancement of technology, the entertainment industry, which resembled a large dye vat, wouldn’t be spotless even after six thousand years.

Self-preservation? How does one protect themselves by retreating in the entertainment industry? The correct solution is to charge forward against the current.

Xi Ze admired Jian Anning. She had the courage, determination, and great insight. With an agent like her, he would definitely not suffer any losses. Moreover, considering his current situation with no support or background, being with Jian Anning was much better than being alone.

He believed that his choice was not wrong.

Jian Anning turned to look at Xi Ze, abandoning her arrogant and domineering demeanor from the lobby, and calmly and firmly said, “No matter what I do later, just maintain your gentle and composed attitude. Remember what I said: let them hate me, and you stand by beautifully. Trust me, no one will underestimate you.”

So, she wanted him to be just a vase… Xi Ze nodded, finding it quite interesting. Although he was a former Best Actor in his past life, his appearance and current situation couldn’t compare. He had never been a vase before.

The elevator stopped on the 48th floor, and as soon as they exited, an intelligent robot approached them and inquired, “Hello, Ms. Jian Anning. Mr. Xia Li is currently in an important meeting. You can wait in the lounge.”

Jian Anning reached into her coat and took out a small piece of gold, tossing it into a small hole on the robot’s head. Despite the robot’s initial statement of “cannot disturb,” it immediately changed its tune after the gold piece was thrown in, pointing in the opposite direction and saying, “Meeting room A6, let me show you the way.”

Xi Ze: “…………”__

Jian Anning gestured for Xi Ze to follow and turned to explain, “Follow the lead, and be stingy like me.”

The intelligent robot seemed to hear and turned to look at Jian Anning. The glowing indicator light on its round head displayed a double equal sign (==), indicating its dissatisfaction.

The door to meeting room A6 was closed, and the robot had already left. However, Xi Ze noticed that the room wasn’t equipped with an electronic door but a regular wooden door. Moreover, the entire 48th floor had a quaint interior design, reminiscent of ancient Chinese style, with wooden floors, carved screens, and antique palace lamps. It was elegant and graceful, showcasing the owner’s fondness for Chinese aesthetics. Even the robot’s back displayed a pattern of blue-and-white porcelain.

As Xi Ze was still looking around, Jian Anning kicked the door with one foot, and no one knew how strong she was, but Xi Ze watched as the lock on the door collapsed with a snap and fell to the ground like two small pieces of iron.

Xi Ze couldn’t help but exclaim internally. He had completely underestimated Jian Anning’s hidden attribute as a strong woman. He wasn’t the only one startled; Xia Li, who was in a video conference in the meeting room, was also taken aback.

Xia Li jumped in his seat, gripping the armrest tightly, staring at the entrance with a shocked expression. After realizing it was Jian Anning who had entered, he let out a sigh of relief. Then, he pointed at the woman who had entered and shouted, “Jian, what are you doing? Didn’t anyone tell you I was in a meeting? Get out!”

Jian Anning kicked open the door and walked into the meeting room, her high heels clattering on the floor. Xia Li, taken aback by the sudden entrance, momentarily forgot to end the video conference. A blue screen was displayed on the front of the conference table, showing a face that would make fans from across the galaxy scream in excitement—Arnold.

It wasn’t surprising for Xia Li and Arnold to have a video conference. Arnold had debuted under Silver Fox Entertainment and although he had terminated his contract later on, his relationship with the higher-ups at the company remained close.

Jian Anning had worked as Arnold’s temporary agent in the past. She was slightly surprised when she saw him on the communication screen, but she nodded and greeted him. With a thought, she suddenly came up with an idea.

Arnold maintained a silent and waiting posture on the screen, indicating that his conversation with Xia Li hadn’t ended yet. However, he didn’t interrupt Jian Anning’s presence nor did he appear annoyed by her sudden appearance. The man on the screen simply sat there in silence.

Jian Anning walked over to Xia Li’s desk, and just as Xia Li was about to stand up, he was unexpectedly deterred by her queen-like aura, causing his raised buttocks to sink back down. He wasn’t scared, just surprised by Jian Anning’s sudden transformation. The experienced agent used to be polite and gentle. When did she turn into a fierce-looking demoness?!

With both hands on the desk, Jian Anning slightly bent forward, resembling an angry tigress with her fur standing on end. Her gaze was sharp as she stared at Xia Li and said, “Mr. Xia Li, I won’t beat around the bush. I want you to meet someone for me and help me find a backdoor entrance. Can you do that?”

Xia Li had never experienced this side of Jian Anning before. Her dominating presence was overwhelming, and he felt uncomfortable and awkward. He asked, “Why have you become like this?”

Jian Anning didn’t mince her words even in front of Xia Li. She said directly, “If you were in my shoes, suddenly losing all your work and artists as an agent, why don’t you try it?”

Xia Li was aware of Jian Anning’s situation, but there were different levels of responsibility, and her situation didn’t fall under his jurisdiction. He had learned about what happened to Jian Anning, but he had no authority to interfere. Xia Li adjusted his position, sat up straight, and spoke in a calmer tone, trying to console her, “This was your superior’s decision. Although I am his superior, I don’t have the authority to overturn his decision. Instead of coming to me, why not talk to him directly? Perhaps…”

Jian Anning smiled, appearing indifferent, and said, “No, Mr. Xia Li, I’m not here to complain about my superior or seek assistance for myself. I’m here to introduce someone to you.” As she spoke, she turned her head towards the direction of the door.

Xia Li shifted his swivel chair and followed Jian Anning’s gaze towards the door, where a person was standing.

Since Jian Anning kicked open the door, Xi Ze had been standing at the entrance, suppressing his presence, silently playing the role of a flower vase. What was a flower vase? Xi Ze had his own understanding. A flower vase shouldn’t be the fake, easily recognizable imitation sold in the alleys. It should be an antique, dug out from the earth, cleaned of the dirt and dust, revealing its original appearance.

It should be an antique that had been hidden for years, placed on a mahogany desk under a carved screen after removing the outer layers. It should be silent, without any trace of presence, only revealing its beauty when people shifted their gaze away.

At this moment, Xi Ze made himself into such an antique flower vase. Although he had never been a flower vase before, he knew how to project and withdraw his presence in silence. It wasn’t easy to master the art of silent acting, but fortunately, he had been an actor in his past life.

When Jian Anning burst into the room, he stood at the door without any trace of presence. Even though the door was wide open, Xia Li hadn’t noticed a thing. It seemed like there were only Xia Li, Jian Anning, and Arnold on the communication screen.

However, when Xia Li turned his head, he saw the person standing quietly at the door. Behind him was a large lacquered screen, and he stood on a deep red carpet. He looked like a pristine antique porcelain vase, silently stationed there, with a faint smile on his face. At first, he lowered his gaze and remained silent. 

When Xia Li’s gaze shifted towards him, he suddenly lifted his eyes. His long, thick eyelashes fluttered like a dancing butterfly, and his pitch-black, penetrating gaze pierced through Xia Li’s eyes, targeting the center of his gaze. In contrast to his intense gaze, he exuded a unique tranquility and mystery. With a completely Eastern appearance, he seemed as mysterious as a distant kingdom that had long disappeared from ancient Earth.

Xia Li was an enthusiast of the East, or more precisely, he was a fan of China. In his mind, only the transitional period on Earth, with its thousand-year history, could be considered the true East. He had decorated the entire 48th floor in a rustic Chinese style, pursuing that sense of mystery and profound cultural essence. He loved ceramics, rustic wine cups, and all the blue-and-white porcelain used on set. And at this moment, before his eyes stood someone with a living Eastern charm.

Xia Li stood up in disbelief, his eyes filled with astonishment. This young man had a completely Eastern face. No, it wasn’t just that; he was like an antique porcelain vase, just standing there motionless. Xia Li wished he could wrap him up in cloth and hide him in a safe at home, allowing only himself to see him for the rest of his life.

Jian Anning, aware of Xia Li’s love for everything Eastern and his obsession with China, coughed softly when she noticed his nearly worshipful gaze. She turned and smiled, saying, “Now, Mr. Xia Li, do you have some time to talk with me?”

Xia Li glanced at the person standing at the door, his excitement causing his jaw to tremble. He turned his head, searching for the remote control on the table, and said to Arnold, who was waiting nearby, “I’m sorry, can we leave it at this for today? I have some urgent matters to attend to.”

The man on the screen, who had been waiting all this time, finally showed some emotion. It wasn’t unhappiness, but rather curiosity about what could have excited Xia Li to such an extent. He knew that Xia Li was a fan of the East. Could he have seen someone of Asian descent?

Due to the camera angle, he couldn’t see the person at the door, but Xia Li’s reaction left him with doubts. He calmly shifted his gaze towards the direction of the door, but still saw nothing. However, Jian Anning noticed the look he cast and smiled at him before turning and leaving. Arnold nodded in response, indicating that it was fine, and ended the video call.

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