Chapter 5: 005: The Big Manager’s CPU
“Hey, my big manager, I passed the preliminary selection, do you have any rewards for me?”
“Rewards?”
“Yeah, you’re my manager, and I’m your little artist, so of course you have to give me a reward. Otherwise, what if I don’t perform well next time?”
“Comrade Xiao Ying, you’re threatening me!”
“Haha…”
Shen Qing didn’t even have a dime.
The more than a thousand yuan he had on him was from Zhang Liangying’s little stash, so buying material rewards was out of the question.
Then he’d give some spiritual and physical rewards~
He smiled faintly, “Back to the hotel, for you.”
Zhang Liangying’s eyes instantly lit up, her gaze filled with joy, longing, and satisfaction, as if a child had seen their favorite candy.
And.
It was her favorite big lollipop!
She pursed her lips and smiled secretly, her eyes behind the silver-rimmed glasses narrowing into crescent moons, two parts beauty, three parts desire, five parts allure, Shen Qing’s favorite shape.
“Let’s go! My… big… manager!”
“Look how eager you are.”
“Haha, the more rewards I get, the better I sing… By then, you’ll be the personal manager of a big star…”
“Your seduction technique is quite novel.”
Hotel.
Shen Qing: “When you go on stage to perform, don’t put the microphone into your mouth… it’ll be a joke…”
Zhang Liangying: “No way, I wouldn’t.”
Shen Qing: “I’m just giving you a heads-up. If one day you’re performing on stage and accidentally mistake the microphone for my brother, it’ll be embarrassing.”
Zhang Liangying: “I wouldn’t, the microphone isn’t as big as you.”
…
After passing the first round of preliminary selection, the remaining competitions are becoming increasingly important. In two days, the 50-to-20 competition will be held.
No slacking off.
Early morning.
Shen Qing woke Zhang Liangying up early and took her to the West Lake, found a willow tree, and stared at her practicing her basic skills.
Singer!
No matter when, the habit of practicing can’t be lost.
“Ahhh…”
“Ohhh…”
“Ay ay ay…”
“Later, I finally learned how to love.”
“Unfortunately, you’ve long since left, disappearing into the crowd.”
“…”
“If~ I could give up the whole world.”
“At least I still have you, worth cherishing.”
“And you are here, a miracle of life.”
Under Shen Qing’s strict supervision, Zhang Liangying was as obedient as a student, singing seven or eight popular songs.
She originally wanted to sing an English song, but Shen Qing vetoed it.
In her previous life, in the Sichuan division’s preliminary selection, advancement matches, and even the finals, she sang English songs almost entirely.
While this approach could showcase her strength, it wasn’t very popular.
After all, the judges couldn’t understand it well, and the audience understood it even less. In terms of impression points, she lost a lot compared to contestants who sang popular songs.
…
Qianjiang Satellite TV, third-floor meeting room.
Wang Han handed three cups of milk tea to the three judges, “Thank you for your hard work, have some milk tea and rest for a while.”
Ke Yimin happily picked up the milk tea and took a big sip, tilting her head back in satisfaction, “Mmm~ Milk tea is still the best… Speaking of which, the contestants from Hangzhou aren’t very good, it’s making me anxious…”
Hei Nan said, “Indeed, they’re not very good. Except for Zhang Liangying, whose overall strength is decent, everyone else has some flaws.”
Zhang Man said, “Ji Minjia sang okay, but her appearance is very ordinary; Ye Yiqian sang ordinarily, but her appearance is okay; Lin Shuang is relatively balanced, but not very outstanding…”
Wang Han said, “I heard there are quite a few good prospects in the Sichuan region. There’s a tomboy who’s similar to Guangzhou’s Zhou Bichang. As soon as the recording of her preliminary selection was released, the program team received calls from her fans, she’s very popular… There’s also a strong contender named He Jie…”
Ke Yimin: “Let me tell you, no tomboy is better than Zhang Liangying. Tomboy only attracts female fans, but Zhang Liangying’s styling and singing ability can captivate the vast majority of men…”
Wang Han’s eyes widened suddenly, “Ah? Is it that exaggerated?”
Hei Nan nodded silently.
Zhang Man said, “That girl isn’t particularly stunning herself, but she’s great at dressing up, coordinating clothes, and doing makeup…”
Ke Yimin: “I guess she must have a professional makeup artist…”
Wang Han immediately took the recorded video and started watching.
Ten minutes later, Wang Han said with a smile, “Amazing, she definitely has a stylist… I feel like Tianyu will like this singer. I’ll call President Wang right away.”
Hei Nan: “This contestant is worth paying close attention to. Her makeup and styling will definitely be a hit. I think she has a good chance of making it into the top five of the finals.”
…
In the afternoon, Shen Qing took Zhang Liangying to a gig.
A newly opened mall held an event, and Zhang Liangying went up and sang two songs, earning 200 yuan.
The girl was overjoyed.
In her many years since her debut, this was the first time she had sung at such an event to earn money, and she couldn’t help but admire Shen Qing.
“Shen Qing, why didn’t I think of this way to make money? You’re so amazing, you truly are my manager~”
“How can I be a manager if I’m not amazing? From now on, you worry less about these things, I’ll arrange everything for you…”
Shen Qing paused, then asked in a joking tone, “Here’s the question, big star, how much of a cut are you giving me?”
Zhang Liangying looked at the two blue 100 yuan bills and giggled, “You take one, I take one. From now on, we’ll split it fifty-fifty.”
Shen Qing: “Don’t you think that’s a disadvantage?”
Zhang Liangying thought for a moment, shook her head, and said, “It’s not a disadvantage. If you hadn’t introduced me to commercial performances, I wouldn’t have earned a single cent.”
Good!
Good attitude.
This is the kind of artist we need with this mindset.
However, Shen Qing didn’t say anything.
He decided to further CPU Zhang Liangying.
“Xiao Ying, I feel uneasy taking 50% for nothing. If you become a big star in the future and go back on your word, saying I took advantage of you… I’ll be very sad.”
“You know, I’m not the kind of man who lives off women.”
“I have hands and feet, and I have top-notch makeup and styling skills. I can earn a lot of money through my craft.”
“Right?”
Shen Qing became more and more silent as he spoke.
“Yes, I believe you. If you start a business, you’ll definitely make a lot of money…” Zhang Liangying was already a little moved. She took a step forward and held Shen Qing’s hand, “Being a big star is too far away, but you are right beside me.”
“Shen Qing, I won’t go back on my word. Let’s work hard together, okay? I know you also have a dream of being a star, let’s achieve it together!”
Women are more emotional than men.
With a little CPU technique from Shen Qing, Zhang Liangying’s emotions were stirred.
At this moment.
Zhang Liangying’s eyes were even a little moist, “Even if I’m lucky enough to become a big star, I won’t go back on my word. I’ll always split the money with you fifty-fifty…”
Shen Qing placed his index finger on her lips, “No, you’re only saying this now because you like me. When tens of millions are in front of you, you won’t remember today’s promise…”
Yes, words are not proof.
Therefore.
There needs to be a record…
Zhang Liangying suddenly had an idea and pulled Shen Qing into a stationery store. She bought a pen and notebook and wrote on the first page:
“I, Zhang Liangying, voluntarily sign a manager contract with Shen Qing, hiring Shen Qing as my manager for 10,000 years. Every cent I earn, I will give half to Shen Qing, and I will never go back on my word.”
Signed: Xiao Ying, who likes Shen Qing, June 3, 2005.
Shen Qing quickly tucked the notebook into his pocket, then said earnestly, “Don’t worry, you trust me, and I will help you become a superstar tomorrow.”
Zhang Liangying’s eyes could almost melt, “Qing, it’s okay even if I can’t become a star. As long as I can be with you, it’s enough.”
Huh?
What’s going on?
If you don’t become a star, then my CPU efforts were in vain?
He immediately reprimanded Zhang Liangying sternly, “Is this the time to be talking about love? Have you forgotten your mother working hard alone to support you?”
With a ‘wow,’ Zhang Liangying burst into tears.
Shen Qing felt like he had made a big mess and quickly pulled her into a small grove to comfort her for a while.
Thanks to Magic Years for the 1500 reward.
