Chapter 1412: 1412: I Don't Force Others Against Their Will

Chapter 1412: Chapter 1412: I Don’t Force Others Against Their Will

They only stayed on the balcony for less than ten minutes before they returned.

When they came back, the four women who had been quietly discussing matters immediately fell silent, straightening their bodies and returning to their original seats.

“If you’re worried that today’s events might affect your career as stars, then please, feel free,” Fang Dongxun casually pointed towards the door as he sat down, “The door is right there, you’re free to leave anytime.”

All four women were stunned, not expecting that after his talk with Luo Ziling, Fang Dongxun would return with such words.

They were, of course, concerned that the day’s conflict might impact their acting careers.

After all, the three people reprimanded by Fang Dongxun today were no ordinary individuals. Any one of them could influence their paths to stardom, even their fates.

Especially Cheng Binbin, who felt this even more deeply.

She knew very well the price she had paid to become famous over these years.

An unbearable past!

If she were to be sidelined or even banned because of today’s incident, all the hard work of the past few years, and those memories that were too painful to recall, would all be in vain.

Yan Ying and Zhao Lijing had similar thoughts; although their current fame depended not only on their acting skills but also on luck, they equally cherished the success they had achieved.

After all, they were now stars with countless fans and could command astronomical fees for a performance or a film/TV show; they loved the feeling of standing at the pinnacle among tens of thousands, and did not want to lose it all.

They were even willing to pay some harsh prices for what they currently possessed.

As long as it was lighter compared to what they had, they were willing to pay.

This is a thought anyone in a certain position might have.

They certainly didn’t expect such an event to unfold when they were invited by Ying Chuming to dinner today, hence they were filled with worry and fear.

Of course, they were also aware that Fang Dongxun and Luo Ziling beside them had even more influence than they had imagined.

This made them even more fearful.

They knew they might not be able to withstand this kind of pressure.

As soon as Fang Dongxun sat down and threatened them, they felt as if they had plunged into an abyss.

Of course, they could not simply leave in a huff because of Fang Dongxun’s words.

Facing the three people they dared not provoke and who had been publicly struck, how could they dare to leave in a huff?

But after Fang Dongxun had spoken such words, they no longer had the heart to sit there.

In fact, they had already been on tenterhooks since the fight occurred.

“Since you’re not leaving, let’s continue to drink. I like straightforward people,” Fang Dongxun chuckled, then said to Luo Ziling, “Mr. Luo can hold his liquor like a champion. If any of you can get him drunk today, there will be hefty rewards for you.”

Luo Ziling smiled, raised the glass in front of him, gestured, and then drank it all in one go.

At this moment, Chu Ming quietly asked Fang Dongxun, “Mr. Fang, we are a little worried about the incident today… ”

“If they know what’s good for them, they’ll pretend that today’s incident never happened, or they’ll come over and apologize,” Fang Dongxun said nonchalantly.

“I trust in Mr. Fang’s power,” Chu Ming smiled happily, “I also believe that after cooperating with Mr. Fang, one needn’t worry about outside pressure or hidden rules ever again.”

Chu Ming’s directness caught the other three women by surprise.

“You’re smart,” Fang Dongxun gazed dominantly at the other women, “I’ve looked into you all. Cheng Binbin is one of the most popular actresses right now, famous for many years, and I’m interested in your popularity. Then there’s Yan Ying and Zhao Lijing, you two are the current popular sweethearts and almost gossip-free, I’ve heard nothing about any hidden rules with you. If it weren’t for that, you wouldn’t be invited here today.”

As he said this, he glanced at Cheng Binbin.

Under Fang Dongxun’s scrutinizing gaze, Cheng Binbin immediately lowered her head in embarrassment.

“I do have influence in the Capital, and now I want to break into the entertainment industry. We lack neither money nor connections, but we need people like you,” Fang Dongxun said arrogantly, “I am planning to put Chu Ming in charge of this, and I hope you all will join us. Of course, you can refuse, and I won’t retaliate. I will just find someone else, or spend the effort to cultivate new talent. I don’t coerce!”

Having said this, Fang Dongxun then turned to Luo Ziling with a hearty smile, “When Fang Dongxun does business, I like to do it well, even if it costs me. So as long as I’m willing to cooperate with someone, I will make sure it’s done right.”

He had already spoken to this extent; if this wasn’t coercion, what was it? That’s what all four women were thinking.

Luo Ziling finally spoke up, “We haven’t finished dinner yet, let’s eat first.”

As he spoke, Luo Ziling poured another glass of wine, offering a toast to Zhao Lijing and Yan Ying who were sitting next to him, “Sorry for the scare, here’s to you. In the future, I will definitely watch more of your shows, as well as the dramas and movies you’re in.”

Cheng Binbin giggled and looked at Luo Ziling with seductive eyes: “Mr. Luo, if our future boss could be as handsome as you, it would certainly be more motivating to work. Hehe, I have made up my mind, I will join your company, believing that Mr. Luo and Mr. Fang will surely provide for me.”

“Then you will become even more famous,” Fang Dongxun laughed heartily, then turned to look at Zhao Lijing and Yan Ying, but said nothing.

Since Luo Ziling and Fang Dongxun had arrived, these two female stars had not spoken much. Compared to Cheng Binbin and Chu Ming, they were much more reserved.

Seeing Fang Dongxun’s peculiar glance, Cheng Binbin hurriedly added, “Mr. Fang and Mr. Luo have given us this opportunity, we’ll surely cherish it.”

With that, she even shot Zhao Lijing and Yan Ying a meaningful look, short of walking over to persuade them directly.

Luo Ziling didn’t react, mostly just watching the play unfold today.

It was clear that Zhao Lijing and Yan Ying couldn’t possibly make such a decision in a short time, since it related to their future and their entire lives. They were still hesitating! Just then, Luo Ziling’s phone rang.

It was a call from Ling Ruonan, and Luo Ziling quickly answered the phone.

“Ling’er, are you with Fang Dongxun?”

“Did someone tattle on you again?”

“I’m also at the Yanjing Grand Hotel, just finished a business negotiation,” Ling Ruonan said cheerfully, “I’ll come over and see.”

“No way?” Luo Ziling felt a bit stunned.

Just now, when he called Ling Ruonan to take a leave, she said she had nothing to do and would go home early, so how did she suddenly show up at the hotel they were at? However, since Ling Ruonan had taken the initiative to come over, how could he say no? He could only agree.

Soon enough, the elegantly and beautifully dressed Ling Ruonan appeared at the door of the private room.

Upon seeing Ling Ruonan’s appearance, all the women in the room were stunned.