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"Since we've made up, about the contract renewal..."

Xiang-Nuan shook her head: "We've already cut ties."

"Ah?"

"Xuanlin, I'm sorry, I don't plan to renew."

"Did President Shen agree?"

"There's no need for his consent; I've already notified him."

Without the constraints of the Newstar contract, she had no more concerns.

"But President Shen also invested in 'Strategist', and now you're at odds with him..."

"If it's gone, it's gone. I could use a break anyway."

Zheng Xuanlin, seeing Xiang-Nuan's resolute attitude, knew she couldn't change her mind and sighed, "Then you do what you think is best."

That evening, Xiang-Nuan returned to the 'Strategist' set, having only taken a day off.

"Back already? Are you hurt?"

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The day's events had been big, and naturally, Lee-Zheng was aware.

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"Then hurry and get your makeup done; there's a major night scene later."

Xiang-Nuan pursed her lips: "Director Lee, there's something I need to tell you."

"There's nothing to say about today's events. The entertainment industry is fickle, one day you're in, the next you're out. Have your agent handle the public opinion; it won't have much impact. If it really comes down to it, have Yanshi sort it out for you."

"I've severed ties with Yanshi."

Lee-Zheng's hand, holding a cigarette, trembled: "What the hell?!"

"I'm about to end my contract with Newstar too, and I'm not sure if I can continue with this role."

Yanshi was the biggest investor in 'Strategist', and his word was as good as an imperial edict. If he now demanded a change of the female lead, that would indeed be troublesome.

Lee-Zheng was deeply troubled, rubbing his thinning hair before finally saying, "Just keep filming for now."

"Alright."

Xiang-Nuan didn't care if she would be replaced; she genuinely loved the character Meng Xingwan. If it was destined to be a brief journey, she accepted it.

She had many regrets in life; one more wouldn't make a difference.

As Xiang-Nuan turned to leave, Lee-Zheng called out to her: "Xiang-Nuan, when I chose you, I had no idea about your relationship with Yanshi."

Xiang-Nuan paused, her throat feeling a bit dry: "I'm honored to have been chosen by Director Lee."

"In my eyes, only you can play Meng Xingwan. I'll negotiate with the investors. You just focus on your performance. No matter what happens, I'll fight to keep you," Lee-Zheng said seriously.

"Thank you, Director Lee."

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The next day, Lee-Zheng personally sought out Shen Yanshi.

"President Shen, I'm truly honored that you could take time out of your busy schedule to have a meal with me. To President Shen!" Lee-Zheng raised his glass.

Shen Yanshi took a sip, while Lee-Zheng downed his in one go.

"You're too kind, Director Lee."

"I came today because we've been filming for a month now, and everything is going smoothly. The actors are all dedicated and immersed in their roles. The state of the production is excellent, and when it airs next year, it's sure to create a sensation."

"Director Lee, please speak frankly."

Lee-Zheng hesitated before probing: "President Shen, as you know, this drama revolves around the female lead. Its core is the growth of the character Meng Xingwan. The success of the drama and the actress are interdependent, and it's difficult to find such a type of female actress in the industry right now."

"What type of actress?" Shen Yanshi asked indifferently.

"Resolute, fearless, with a fierce look in her eyes and tenacity in her bones. President Shen might not be familiar with the industry, but currently, it's all innocent flower types. Actresses like Xiang-Nuan who can bring that kind of energy are rare."

Shen Yanshi's eyes were dark and unreadable: "Is that so?"

"Moreover, her understanding of the character Meng Xingwan is the deepest. You could say that in this month of filming, she's blended herself into the role, enriching it further. There's no one more suitable than her."

"President Shen, when you invested in this drama, you surely weren't aiming to lose money, right? I can guarantee that as long as we continue to shoot smoothly along the original trajectory, it will be a huge hit next year!"

Shen Yanshi looked up at him: "Director Lee, are you worried I might interfere with something?"