<h4>Chapter 308: Chapter 308: Humiliation_1</h4>


    Zhongjing Media was buzzing with news of Bai Xiaosheng’s second failed attempt to organize a signing—all for naught.


    Employees from various departments found it inconceivable.


    Wasn’t such a deal usually settled in advance? What could be so difficult that it would end in sessive failures?


    A vice president who couldn’t handle such matters, always full of zeal but ending up embarrassingly fruitless every time!


    Those most enthusiastic about discussing the matter were from the gaming department.


    "Mr. Bai sure is something, letting a cooked duck fly away. Worthy of being a vice president, he’s really got skills!"


    "I heard their original conditions were already quite low, but Mr. Bai insisted on pushing the price down further, which led to them parting ways without a deal!"


    "Thest time, I heard it wasn’t even five minutes before he called the whole thing off just because someone made a couple ofments about his female assistant. Don’t you think it’s outrageous? What’s going on between him and his assistant—are they..."


    All sorts of messy discussions arose, some even twisting the truth, purposely painting a dark picture.


    People felt an inexplicable excitement over these baseless yet sensationalments.


    The speed at which these rumors spread was astonishing.


    The staff from the New Media department were exceptionally angry, including Zhongjing Media’s Video Division’s Zhao Xiaoying and Gao Ya, who were infuriated. Every time they encountered such censure, they would argue with the gossips.


    However, against the entirepany’s employees, they were far too few and thus at a disadvantage.


    Moreover, the fact of two failed signings was irrefutable.


    "Xiaosheng, listen to what they’re saying about you!"


    The next morning, Lin Weiwei stormed into Bai Xiaosheng’s office, fuming as she parroted those words.


    She really wished she could tear the mouths of those rumor-mongers to shreds.


    Bai Xiaosheng listened with a peaceful smile on his face, sipping tea now and then as if enjoying a good joke.


    "Aren’t you angry?" Lin Weiwei asked, her cheeks flushed red like ripe apples.


    "Why should I be angry?" Bai Xiaosheng looked at her with amusement. "Should I be so upset about what others say that I make myself sick? Who would be pleased by that, them or me?"


    Bai Xiaosheng couldn’t care less.


    Being the subject of gossip only proved he had more potential to rise than Chen.


    Bai Xiaosheng mused humorously.


    "But still, shouldn’t you think of a way to deal with it?"


    Lin Weiwei was deted by Bai Xiaosheng’s attitude, muttering under her breath, "It’s not good for your reputation to keep being talked about like this!"


    Bai Xiaosheng simply smiled it off and changed the subject. "We have an appointment with Shang Wanwan at three o’clock this afternoon. Come with me. If there’s no problem, have a look at the contract for any oversights."


    Bai Xiaosheng deftly diverted the topic and gave Lin Weiwei a task to keep her from dwelling on the issue and getting worked up.


    "That sounds good." Lin Weiwei nodded after a moment’s thought and turned to leave. Then she paused, looking hesitantly at Bai Xiaosheng. "There won’t be any mishaps this time, right?"


    Bai Xiaosheng didn’t answer immediately, leisurely taking a sip of his tea.


    "Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me, but not a third time. If Shang Wanwan tries to y dirty again, I, Bai Xiaosheng, won’t hold back."


    Bai Xiaosheng nced at Lin Weiwei with a smile.


    In that moment, the familiar Bai Xiaosheng, with his familiar smile, inexplicably sent shivers down her spine.


    His deep ck eyes held a chilling glint.


    "Good!" Lin Weiwei felt reassured with just one word, and she left.


    Bai Xiaosheng yed with his teacup, appearing deep in thought.


    ...


    At three in the afternoon, Bai Xiaosheng took Lin Weiwei with him, clutching the contract.


    That contract, having been scrutinized numerous times by various professionals, was wless and error-free, waiting only for a signature.


    Shang Wanwan’s signature before departing would make it effective.


    Coincidentally, this signing was set for the Zhongjing Media Tower’s twelfth floor, in the third meeting room—a ce that seemed predestined for Bai Xiaosheng.


    When the time came, they proceeded there.


    Bai Xiaosheng found that Shang Wanwan, her assistant, and the agent had already arrived, and there were only three of them.


    "Miss Shang is quite early," said Bai Xiaosheng, slightly surprised but still smiling courteously as he greeted her.


    Lin Weiwei, who stood behind him, wore a serious face and wasn’t inclined to small talk, particrly in the presence of Shang Wanwan and that assistant, Xiao Mai; she really couldn’t manage a smile.


    That Xiao Mai, too, disyed no emotion.


    "Mr. Bai, good morning. We’ve also just arrived," Shang Wanwan said, still smiling serenely, every word andugh exuding elegance.


    She always maintained this image that was both noble and friendly, which impressed Bai Xiaosheng.


    "Mr. Song should also be here soon. Let’s wait for a moment," said Bai Xiaosheng with a smile.


    Shang Wanwan had said before that she had also invited Song Changkong.


    "No need to wait," Shang Wanwan giggled, "I told you 3:15, but I told Mr. Song 3:30. When Mr. Song arrives and sees the contract settled, won’t he be happy?"


    Bai Xiaosheng nodded his head and sat opposite Shang Wanwan, with Lin Weiwei taking a seat next to him.


    "Miss Shang is very straightforward this time. Alright, let’s sign the contract now."


    As Bai Xiaosheng said this, he stretched out his hand, and Lin Weiwei deftly pulled out the contract and handed it over, with Bai Xiaosheng then passing it to Shang Wanwan.


    Shang Wanwan ced the contract on the table in front of her and extended two slender, fair fingers, flipping through the pages in an elegant and leisurely fashion—one nce here, another look there.


    Lin Weiwei frowned at the sight.


    This didn’t seem like a serious review of the contract at all.


    Bai Xiaosheng silently watched.


    About five minutes passed.


    The door to the third conference room was suddenly pushed open, and several people filed in, the leader letting out a light chuckle.


    "Have you already started?"


    Bai Xiaosheng looked over.


    It was Chen Changqing, followed by Lin Beichen, Yu Qing, and Murong Yan.


    "Mr. Chen, we’re using this conference room," said Lin Weiwei, unable to restrain herself from reminding him, "Do you need something?"


    Chen Changqing nced at her and then looked towards Bai Xiaosheng, his smile concealing malice.


    "We’re here to sign a contract with Miss Shang!" Lin Beichen couldn’t contain his excitement as he blurted out.


    But we’re the ones supposed to sign the contract!


    Lin Weiwei almost blurted out.


    Thud, a contract was tossed in front of her, treated like a piece of waste paper.


    It startled Lin Weiwei.


    "I’m sorry, Mr. Bai," Shang Wanwan apologized, her smile sweet, "Although I wanted to sign with you, the deal I discussed with Mr. Chen was the first to be finalized—and his terms were better than yours! So, I can’t sign with you!"


    Lin Weiwei was gaping in shock at Shang Wanwan’s words.


    Only now did she say this—until this moment, they had clearly been yed!


    Lin Weiwei trembled with anger.


    Bai Xiaosheng’s eyelids drooped, and his face was covered with a thinyer of frost.


    "Mr. Bai, one should learn to ept defeat, especially whencking connections and background. You’ve got to know your weight!" Chenughed heartily.


    Lin Beichen and the others behind him alsoughed, their eyes filled with ridicule.


    Lin Weiwei’s eyes were bloodshot.


    "To rely on others’ help and speak so boldly—I’ve learned my lesson!" Bai Xiaosheng slowly stood up and nced at Shang Wanwan, "Miss Shang Wanwan, please remember! Now that you refuse me, if you wish to signter and beg me, I might not agree!"


    "Weiwei, let’s go!"


    Bai Xiaosheng strode away.


    If that’s the case, then let the battle begin!