Chapter 274: Nomination Viewing

Early one morning, Xia Yangyang arrived at the company, facing a busy schedule as usual. Her assistant, Xiao Mi, looked startled. "Sister Yangyang, did you see the news? You're on the headlines!"

"Haven't I been on the headlines for days? Ignore it," Xia Yangyang replied.

Xiao Mi was anxious. "This is different, Sister Yangyang. You need to discuss crisis PR with the boss. Shen Manbing is the boss's sister; his mediation could quickly resolve this."

Xia Yangyang responded, "I've been wronged. Why should I back down? Let them make a fuss. The bigger, the better."

Xiao Mi and the makeup artist were shocked. This was unlike Xia Yangyang's usual demeanor. Perhaps she truly felt wronged—even a cornered rabbit will fight. The current rumors, however, centered on Shen Manbing being Gu Qichen's ex-lover, with Xia Yangyang cast as the third wheel. Perhaps she'd simply reached her breaking point.

Xiao Mi remained worried. Although Xia Yangyang's popularity soared after "Cinderella's Magical Fate," competing with a top star was a daunting task.

Xia Yangyang asked, "Are the arrangements for the SH Film Festival finalized?"

Xiao Mi, seeming to regain her composure, exclaimed, "Sister Yangyang, I have good news and bad news. Which first?"

"The good news," Xia Yangyang said.

Xiao Mi proudly announced, "You've been nominated for Best Actress at the SH Film Festival for your role in 'Cinderella's Magical Fate'! Unprecedented in SH history! You've just debuted and are nominated for the country's most prestigious film festival. Countless actresses would be envious!"

Xia Yangyang remained calm. "And the bad news?"

Xiao Mi's face fell. "Shen Manbing is also nominated. She's won Best Actress for three years running. It's unlikely to change this time. But Sister Yangyang, the nomination itself is a huge achievement. Don't worry too much about the outcome."

Xia Yangyang fell silent. Shortly after, Zhou Fei arrived. "Yangyang, the boss wants to see you in his office."

Xia Yangyang, thankfully already made up for a morning magazine cover shoot, agreed. Fortunately, the shoot was in the Time Building's photography studio, so time wasn't a pressing issue.

She went to Shen Shichuan's office. As she entered, he lowered the newspaper he was reading. "You're here?"

"Did you need something?" Xia Yangyang asked.

"I wanted your opinion on something. QN Jewelry wants you as their spokesperson, a one-year contract. Would you consider it?"

"QN Jewelry? Such a big brand, why me?"

Shen Shichuan chuckled. "They've launched a new product targeting young women. They saw your 'Cinderella' and think you're perfect."

Xia Yangyang replied, "But I haven't planned on furthering my entertainment career."

"I understand; you've never wanted a contract. I get it. You're not obligated. However, the endorsement fee is close to eight figures. It's a shame to refuse."