Li Chu went to meet the person from Black Gold Entertainment responsible for her contract, feeling somewhat unsatisfied. Of course, she adjusted her state of mind on the way and called Tang Congnan to join her.
When Tang Congnan learned she was going to meet people from Black Gold, he nearly wrenched the steering wheel off course.
“Brother Nan, can you be a little calmer? We almost drifted off the road, you know!”
Li Chu gasped, slapping the back of the seat in protest.
Good grief, thankfully they didn’t hit the tree by the community gate. They nearly ended up dead together.
“You brat! Why didn’t you tell me beforehand that we were meeting people from Black Gold!”
Tang Congnan was so excited he could barely grip the steering wheel. It felt like a massive stroke of luck had just smacked him, leaving him dizzy.
If she could really switch companies, Black Gold was undoubtedly an excellent choice. At the very least, she wouldn’t have to worry about being harassed by the boss. Plus, the company was bigger, meaning more resources, more exposure opportunities, and a better chance of becoming famous.
“I was afraid you wouldn’t sleep well last night. Alright, Brother Nan, hurry up and drive, let’s not be late.”
“Oh, oh, okay.”
Tang Congnan restarted the car, this time gripping the steering wheel firmly, and asked Li Chu how she got scouted.
Li Chu mentioned the phone call, but she didn’t understand how Black Gold had noticed her either.
Tang Congnan, full of emotion, declared with dramatic flair, “Perhaps this is a case of a hidden gem! There’s always someone with a keen eye to recognize true value!”
Li Chu: …Whatever you say.
Tang Congnan dredged up all the information he had on Black Gold from his memory and chattered on to Li Chu, envisioning her bright future. But as he spoke, he fell silent.
Li Chu knew why he was silent. When switching companies, she could bring Qian Duoduo, but not necessarily Tang Congnan.
Because she was moving to another company, not starting her own studio, the people at Black Gold might not accept him. Moreover, the more potential an artist had, the better the agent needed to guide them. A good agent meant a wider network and more opportunities; there were many factors to consider.
“Brother Nan, the people at Black Gold said they’d give me a B-level contract.”
Li Chu said this while checking her makeup in the mirror.
Getting a B-level contract in her current situation was already preferential treatment. Although Tang Congnan didn’t know the specifics of Black Gold’s B-level contracts, he compared it to contracts he had seen and nodded.
Tang Congnan perked up and laid on the compliments, saying, “They certainly have good judgment, recognizing your potential!”
“What if I voluntarily accept a lower-level contract to bring you along? Would they agree? Would you be willing?”
Li Chu casually voiced her decision, looking at Tang Congnan in the front seat.
It was a red light. Hearing this, Tang Congnan almost stomped on the accelerator, nearly sending them both to heaven.
“Ahhh! Why do you have to say things like this while I’m driving! I’m not married and haven’t had kids yet, I don’t want to die so young, okay!”
Tang Congnan’s blood rushed to his head in excitement, his neck and face turning red.
Li Chu’s focus, however, was elsewhere: “Are you going to give birth yourself?”
Li Chu’s eyes scanned Tang Congnan. According to the world setting, Alphas couldn’t get pregnant, but Betas and Omegas could, regardless of gender.
However, male Betas had the lowest conception rate. Because Betas lacked pheromones, for natural conception, a male Beta could impregnate a male or female Beta, but a female Beta couldn’t impregnate a male or female Beta.
But this wasn’t a major issue. With current technology, female Betas could choose to have the combined egg cell placed in either partner’s uterus, and male-female Beta couples could also choose to implant the fertilized egg into the male Beta’s gestational sac. It was very flexible.
Tang Congnan coughed even louder, his face rivaling the red light outside.
The light turned green. Tang Congnan continued driving with trembling hands, deciding not to speak to Li Chu for three minutes to maintain his composure.
Three minutes later, his excitement had turned to calmness. He pulled the car over to the side of the road and turned off the engine.
“Of course, I want to go, but I’m afraid I’m not capable enough, and I’m afraid it’s not worth it for you.”
Tang Congnan let out a breath. The chance to work at a big company and continue collaborating with Li Chu – of course, he was a hundred times willing, but problems came with it.
Would Black Gold agree? Would they want him? Was his work ability really sufficient? Would he truly not let Li Chu down?
Li Chu waved her hand dismissively, saying, “What’s not worth it? Did you forget what I said? If we make it big, we won’t forget each other. ”
“I believe you have the potential to be a great agent, Brother Nan. I haven’t succeeded yet either. Who knows, maybe in the future, one of us will be a top agent, and the other a top-tier celebrity?”
Li Chu boasted with a smile, not really aiming to be a top star, but just to encourage Tang Congnan.
Tang Congnan’s expression grew increasingly solemn. He looked at Li Chu seriously and said, “If Black Gold is really willing, I will work hard for you.”
Li Chu shivered slightly and shook her head, saying, “…You don’t have to go that far.”
Mom, what’s wrong with you, Mom? Snap out of it, sob!
But Tang Congnan remained serious. After a minute, he slapped the steering wheel hard and said, “Let’s go! Let’s fucking go for it!”
Tang Congnan, full of heroic spirit, continued on the road, driving the car worth just over a hundred thousand yuan with the aura of a Maybach.
During the meeting, Li Chu didn’t let Tang Congnan go in with her.
The representative from Black Gold was named Hu Yi. He was somewhat surprised when he heard Li Chu’s request and said he needed to contact headquarters.
Li Chu nodded and waited for him to communicate.
About ten minutes later, Hu Yi returned with a clear answer.
“It’s possible, but the company can’t invest in you for nothing. We haven’t assessed your original agent’s abilities yet. He’ll have to be evaluated for a period. You’ll be under me for now, and he’ll be your assistant agent. If things go well, he can be put in charge of you.”
“Thank you.”
Li Chu was very grateful, but Hu Yi waved his hand.
“No need. Just work hard. Go terminate your contract with your original company this afternoon.”
This task had actually been assigned directly by the big boss. When Hu Yi received the file, he was puzzled for a while, but he immediately acted on it. He assumed this girl had some connection with the boss, but apparently, she didn’t understand the situation either.
Hu Yi seemed very busy. After Li Chu confirmed the time with him, he left.
Li Chu relayed everything Hu Yi said to Tang Congnan. When Tang Congnan learned he could also go to Black Gold, he felt a sense of unreality, similar to how he felt half a month ago when Li Chu told him she had differentiated.
“Baby girl, pinch me. It still feels a bit unreal.”
Li Chu pinched him without mercy, her eyes curving into crescents as she smiled. “If you still feel it’s unreal, should I pull your hair?”
“No! I’m already going bald prematurely because of you!”
Tang Congnan defended his hair for dear life, taking a step back.
He grinned foolishly for a moment, then his expression turned serious. “Li Chu, thank you.”
This was the first time Li Chu had seen him thank her so formally. She also dropped her playful expression and met Tang Congnan’s gaze.
Just as Tang Congnan thought they were about to hold hands, gaze tearfully into each other’s eyes, and pour out their hearts, this brat came out with…
“Brother Nan, I want to eat honey-glazed chicken.”
Tang Congnan said resentfully, “Eat! Eat a big portion!”
Li Chu happily went to have Qian Duoduo order the chicken. After getting it, she delightedly shared her daily update, telling Teacher Ning the good news.
【Xiao Chu】: Teacher Ning, I ordered some chicken!
【Xiao Chu】: This flavor is so stimulating! Just like the pheromones of that Alpha I met yesterday!
【Xiao Chu】: The price is a bit high, but it’s totally worth it!
When Ning Manqing first saw the message, she nearly had a heart attack, wondering which club would actually let an Alpha sell themselves. But that thought lasted only a moment. She felt Li Chu wasn’t the type to do such a thing and slowly calmed down.
【Teacher Ning】: You can have some tea after eating.
【Teacher Ning】: To relieve the richness.
