Chapter 11: But What If I Were to Betray Him?

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Tang Yuan already sensed the hatred burning in the gaze behind her but paid it no mind. When she and Fu Yansheng stepped outside, her footsteps halted, and she glanced back at him. He remained calm, showing no disappointment, which unsettled her somewhat. Her dignity, barely held together, crumbled for a moment before she quickly steadied herself again.

She opened the passenger door and gestured for him to get in first. He said softly, "Thank you." Tang Yuan pressed the accelerator and began to speak, "Fenghua Entertainment recently invested in two TV dramas—one directed by Chen, the other by Zhang. Both are similar in genre, but Zhang’s project only has two male lead roles remaining: the lead and the third male role. The third male role is quite controversial; performing it well could win fans. The lead’s character, however, is poorly written and already cast. This drama was written last minute to promote someone."

“Yansheng, I won’t let the Shen Zhou situation affect you.”

Song Qianqian was not one to give up easily, but she would take all the brunt of the storm upfront. Fu Yansheng’s talent should not be wasted here.

He looked at her, then averted his gaze to the scenery outside.

“I’m not afraid.”

Those three words seemed to drift lightly in the wind.

Tang Yuan took it as his way of comforting her. After all, they were both in this industry—everyone feared being blacklisted.

With Shen Zhou’s current power, it would take just a finger snap to crush them.

They were simply too weak.

They had to grow stronger—fast.

The car stopped in front of a karaoke bar. Tang Yuan got out and called Director Zhang.

She recovered quickly, as if unaffected by the Song Qianqian incident.

Director Zhang personally came out to greet them, somewhat surprised. “Didn’t Director Chen say you contacted him?”

“It’s inconvenient over at Chen’s place. Director Zhang, I brought the artist to meet you.”

Director Zhang was honored—after all, Tang Yuan was the wife of Shen Corporation’s CEO. He was extremely polite.

“Miss Tang, this...”

“Call me Tessa. From now on, just call me that. We’ll follow the proper procedures. If you’re not interested, I’ll have to go to my brother instead.”

Nowadays, any successful company invested in the entertainment industry—it was quick money.

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But if she was going to approach the Tang family, she had to keep Fu Yansheng hidden.

The Tang family wouldn’t allow her to be so close to a strange man, let alone be alone with him.

The three obediences and four virtues were ironclad rules ingrained deep in their bones.

Just as Director Zhang was about to speak, Tang Yuan smiled and said, “Director Zhang, is now a good time? We can talk over drinks like before.”

Though courteous to Tang Yuan, Director Zhang didn’t actually like her.

When she previously left the entertainment industry, she had breached several contracts.

If he weren’t part of Fenghua Entertainment and aware of her status, he wouldn’t have come out personally to meet her.

Tang Yuan sensed his reluctance and deliberately gave him an awkward opening.

As expected, Director Zhang made a “please” gesture. “Alright, Tessa, let’s drink and talk.”

Tang Yuan stepped forward and heard footsteps behind her. She turned to see Fu Yansheng following closely.

His eyes were deep, lips pressed tight—clearly displeased.

“Wait in the car.”

“I...”

“From now on, I’m your manager and assistant. You must obey me in everything.”

He froze, bowed his head, and after a few seconds, murmured, “Mm.”

Having decided to pursue her career seriously, Tang Yuan would not give up over trivial difficulties.

Moreover, these challenges were the boomerang from when she had given up her career for a man.

“I’ll be fine. Wait for me back there.”

Without rules, there can be no order. She would not indulge her artist like other managers might.

Great buildings rise from the ground up. The entertainment world is ever-changing—fame comes fast and falls faster.

She hoped Fu Yansheng could become an evergreen star.

Inside the karaoke bar, Director Zhang received updates in his group chat and already knew about Chen Sen’s situation, his disdain growing.

No wonder Tang Yuan refused to be a full-time housewife—her husband had cheated.

His gaze landed on her.

Her figure was undeniably stunning—slim waist, long legs. Even with minimal makeup, her face was striking.

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Having spent so long in the entertainment industry and seen countless beauties, she still caught his eye.

A smirk curved his lips as he deliberately had several bottles of strong liquor brought over.

“Tessa, does your artist want the lead role or the third male?”

Tang Yuan frowned. Everyone knew the drama was designed to promote the lead. As the director, he should know better.

The next moment, she understood his true intention.

Suddenly, Director Zhang placed his hand on her thigh. “You’re so beautiful. Why cling to that cheating husband? If you can come to terms with it, your artist can play any role they want.”

Tang Yuan calmly removed his hand and smiled.

“Director Zhang, I’m afraid you don’t quite understand. Shen Zhou may have cuckolded me, but if I were to do the same to him, he wouldn’t kill me out of respect for the Tang family. However, he would certainly kill the other man.”

Director Zhang startled at the mention of Shen Zhou’s ruthlessness and sheepishly withdrew his hand.

Still, he felt uncomfortable—what was a divorced woman pretending to be noble for?

“If you can drink three bottles of the liquor on this table, the third male role is yours for the artist.”

These were high-proof spirits—three bottles would definitely get anyone drunk.

Having resolved to stay the course, Tang Yuan knew she would face difficulties.

So she deftly took out some hangover pills from her bag, swallowed two, then drank a bottle of pure milk, placing her phone nearby—it had already started recording.

“Alright then, I hope you keep your word, Director Zhang.”

Seeing the recording icon on the phone, Director Zhang’s expression changed instantly.

He knew Tang Yuan was threatening him—if he reneged, the incident of his attempted harassment would reach Shen Zhou.

Then he would be in deep trouble—not just in the entertainment industry but in the capital itself.

If he kept his word, and she drank all three bottles, she’d lose half her life but they could laugh it off.

What a clever tactic.

And impressive resolve.

Director Zhang took a deep breath. “Tessa, if you had stayed in the industry back then, with your skills, you’d probably have several top-tier artists under you by now.”

Tang Yuan smiled. “I was foolish then. The artists from my studio did cause you some trouble. I’ll drink to you.”