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After the dinner, Graff had yet to officially announce Xiang-Nuan as their brand ambassador.

Zheng Xuanlin came to Xiang-Nuan with a grave expression, "Graff's endorsement has hit a snag."

Xiang-Nuan wasn't surprised by the outcome.

"They said a VIP customer complained and opposed you, so the brand had to replace you."

Xiang-Nuan tugged at the corner of her mouth, apologetically saying, "I'm sorry."

Zheng Xuanlin let out a heavy sigh, "How could this be your fault?"

"If only I had been more patient that day."

"How could you have been patient? They were clearly targeting you. No matter what, they would have made it difficult for you. You did nothing wrong. If you had really endured it all, then you wouldn't be the Xiang-Nuan I know."

Amy whispered, "The internet is now mocking Sister Nuan for not getting the endorsement."

The online insults were harsh. After all, when Xiang-Nuan first interacted with Graff, her fans had already started subtly promoting her collaboration with Graff. Especially after the jewelry dinner's red carpet, where Xiang-Nuan shined, the internet was full of praise, saying she was a perfect fit for Graff and should be the ambassador.

What should have been a smooth process was now stuck in limbo, and of course, she was being mocked.

Especially since her popularity had recently skyrocketed, she was in the limelight, and many rivals were watching, waiting for a chance to bring her down.

Xiang-Nuan was about to check Instagram when Zheng Xuanlin snatched away her phone, "Don't look. Most of the professional anti-fans are out in force, no need to upset yourself."

Xiang-Nuan laughed, "If most of the professional anti-fans are active, it seems I'm really popular now."

"That's right. In this industry, being mocked and ridiculed is nothing. The worst is being ignored. Nuan-Nuan, we can't admit defeat."

Xiang-Nuan raised her eyebrows, "I never admit defeat."

Zheng Xuanlin's fighting spirit was ignited, "Damn it, it's just a lousy endorsement. If they don't give it, so be it! Sooner or later, they'll be begging us to take it! Leave this to me. I'll handle the anti-fans' public opinion. Have you read those scripts I gave you?"

Xiang-Nuan had become famous because of "White Poplar," and many shows had approached her since. She always chose her scripts personally, and Zheng Xuanlin trusted her judgment.

It must be said that Xiang-Nuan's rise to fame over the past two years wasn't just due to Shen Yanshi's support and resources. There were plenty in the industry who, despite heavy investment from their backers, failed to make it big.

But Xiang-Nuan had a keen eye. She could always sense what kind of shows the market was waiting for, which is why each of her shows was a hit.

Even "White Poplar," a small web series, wasn't initially favored by Zheng Xuanlin, who thought Xiang-Nuan could pick a bigger production, as there was no crew Shen Yanshi couldn't get her into.@@novelbin@@

But Xiang-Nuan insisted on doing this series.

And the result? While several big-budget productions flopped miserably this year, this low-cost web series carved out a bloody path to success.

"I've read them. I want to take on this series," Xiang-Nuan said, pulling out a script and handing it over.

Zheng Xuanlin, surprised, said, "Strategist, a historical drama? Isn't that a big leap? You've just made a hit with a youth film, and some even call you the exclusive leading lady of youth angst. Wouldn't it be safer to take on another youth drama?"

Xiang-Nuan shook her head, "I've read those youth drama scripts. They're not great, a bit melodramatic. Besides, 'White Poplar' has already been a hit this year; there won't be much benefit left."

"That's true. But the director of 'Strategist' is very demanding. He doesn't allow the use of doubles, and the drama features a female general. You might have to endure a lot of hardship."

Xiang-Nuan replied calmly, "Enduring hardship is the simplest thing."