I Am Rich

7

Guan Zhiyi has appeared in several idol dramas since her debut, playing both supporting and leading roles. However, most of these dramas were not well-known as they were street dramas. Despite this, she still has a dedicated fan base. In her early years, she gained some mom fans through a variety show she did with her girl group. Additionally, her participation in a reality show and her cute looks also helped her gain some fans.

The woman she met during the blind date was indeed her fan. After the fan returned home, she immediately shared this amazing news with her online friends. This news quickly spread among the fans, and the number of repostings is increasing.

 [My idol is too miserable. She can't make much money and even has to go on blind dates.]

[Female goose! You're still young! Don't be too hard on yourself! ! ]

[She's not the star of the company and doesn't get many resources. And even if she did, the division is also so high. We can all see how difficult her life is.]

[That's right, she's an actress but doesn't even have an assistant. The sister who went to see her at the airport before said that our female goose is all alone]

[Yiyi is really too poor.]

[I heard Yiyi is considering quitting the industry.]

[Ahhh! Let's crowdfund for her return, daughter! Mom will support you!]

……….

Usually, Guan Zhiyi's private affairs only generate buzz within her fan community and don't attract much attention from the general public.

However, this time was different. Overnight, she reached the fifth spot on the trending search list.

The reason is quite simple. Even though Guan Zhiyi is not very popular, she is still a celebrity. A celebrity going on a blind date? How new is that? 

The grief of Guan Zhiyi's fans also touched the hearts of many people.

[My brother is also in a pitiful situation, he has been hidden for a long time for unknown reasons.]

[The film and television industry can be so harsh, many people are on the verge of losing their jobs.]

[These days, the distribution of resources can be unfair. Investors also have eyes, only when there is traffic will people pay.]

[Oh my God, do celebrities also go on blind dates?]

[Who is this person.....]

[That's Guan Zhiyi. I've seen her in dramas. She's sweet and silly.]

[Am I the only one who thinks she looks cute in that outfit?]

[It’s her who looks cute, if regular people dressed like that, they would just look silly.]

………

Guan Zhiyi always put her phone on silent mode when she went to sleep. When she woke up the next day, she noticed numerous missed calls and WeChat messages on her phone.

Taken aback, she immediately dialled Liu Yun first.

"Hello, Sister Yun, it's still early in the morning, you....."

"Guan Zhiyi!!!"

"Ah? What, what's the matter?"

"You went on a blind date? Why didn't you tell me? And if you went on a blind date, then what about you and Qi Chengyan!"

Guan Zhiyi was puzzled, "How did you find out about the blind date?"

"Don't ask me how I know, it's all over the internet!"

Guan Zhiyi was dumbfounded and almost immediately thought of the fan she met during the blind date. She had a feeling that they might tell others, but then she thought to herself, she wasn't popular, even if some people knew, it wouldn't spread. After all, no one would be interested....

"The whole internet... is that an exaggeration?"

"What do you think? It's trending fifth in hot search!"

"What?" Guan Zhiyi jumped out of bed with excitement. She actually made it to the hot search?!

Being on Hot Search is definitely not a bad thing for a celebrity. However, Guan Zhiyi had been in the industry for so long, and the first time she trended was because of a blind date.

This was too absurd…

Liu Yun gritted her teeth, "You better explain everything."

Guan Zhiyi rubbed her eyes and explained, "Sister Yun, this boy is someone my family wanted me to meet. I didn't want to date him. I just went there to appease my family, really. As for how it got so big, I really have no idea.

"You--"

"And about Qi Chengyan, he and I are really not what you think......"

"I saw how Qi Chengyan treated you that day!" Liu Yun interrupted, "Let's not talk about Qi Chengyan. We need to deny this blind date thing. You're not allowed to say it was a blind date. Just say you were having a meal with a friend, you hear me!"

"……I know."

After Liu Yun finished scolding her, Guan Zhiyi hung up and checked her WeChat.

Sure enough, some friends in the circle had sent her messages expressing their shock. After giving them a brief explanation, Guan Zhiyi lay down helplessly.

She turned over, nestled in her bed and opened Weibo.

Her name was indeed on the trending list, moving from fifth to third place. Guan Zhiyi sighed and clicked on it.

She saw a photo of herself at the Western restaurant that day. Fortunately, they had blurred Hua Hongxi's face since he wasn't a celebrity. 

Then, she clicked into her Weibo, and saw that her fans were desperately trying to convince her not to leave the entertainment industry in the comments. 

Guan Zhiyi was amused and helpless.

After a while, she simply sent out a weibo.

[Don't worry, I love being an actress, I won't quit the circle!]

**

After news of her blind date spread, there has been a lot of discussion within the company. The situation between her and Qi Chengyan has really been proven over time. It has been two weeks since that night, but Guan Zhiyi still hasn't received any important roles or opportunities. Everyone in the company began to have huge doubts about the authenticity of the gossip.

Not only that, Liu Yun also looked depressed.

"Sister Yun, don't look so gloomy." Guan Zhiyi asked as they left the audition for <Dawn and the Wild>.

Liu Yun: "Why do you think I look like this? Think about it!"

"But I already told you that there's nothing between me and Qi Chengyan. It's you who doesn't believe me…"

"You dare to mention it!"

Guan Zhiyi stepped back, "Don't worry, there are still other good things. For example, I have a feeling that today's audition is a success."

Indeed, Guan Zhiyi's performance in today's audition impressed everyone present. The director, original author and screenwriter all praised her acting skills and appearance.

Thinking about this, Liu Yun felt better and coldly said, "Your performance today was not bad."

"Thank you for the compliment, Sister Yun."

"So you better treasure this opportunity!"

Guan Zhiyi answered earnestly, "I will."

Liu Yun stared into her big, watery eyes, wanting to say something but not knowing what to say.

She touched her forehead and silently choked.

It's difficult, too difficult, to make a lot of money from Guan Zhiyi…

Two days later, the two went to Yixing Entertainment to sign a contract for <Get Out, Fat!>. The recording for this variety show is set to begin next week. So, in the event that <Dawn and the Wild> selected her, there won't be any scheduling conflicts as the drama won't start filming until next year.

After signing the contract, Liu Yun had other matters to attend to. Guan Zhiyi left the office and went to the practice room to find Song Qiaofei.

These days Song Qiaofei has been practising dance for a dancing variety show.

However, on her way to the practice room, she ran into Zheng Yitong. Since they were not acquainted, she nodded politely and attempted to walk past her.

To her surprise, Zheng Yitong stopped her.

"You have nothing to do with Qi Chengyan, don't you?" Zheng Yitong suddenly said.

Guan Zhiyi looked at her and hesitantly nodded.

A hint of contempt appeared in Zheng Yitong's eyes as she bluntly said, "I knew it. There's no way you could catch his attention."

Zheng Yitong came from a privileged background and her family had ties with Zhao Zhihui. She had always held herself above everyone else in Yixing. But, since that day in the private room, her confidence had been shattered because of Guan Zhiyi. Many people in the company were secretly mocking her, pushing her anger to its limit.

"Of course I couldn't catch his attention," Guan Zhiyi replied nonchalantly. "Mr. Qi has high standards, you should have realised that yourself, Yitong."

Zheng Yitong: "What do you mean!"

Guan Zhiyi shook her head,"Nothing. I just said that he has a good eye."

"If it wasn't for you that day, I wouldn't have had to change seats, and things wouldn't have turned out this way."

Guan Zhiyi pondered for a moment before responding seriously, "Well, I'll believe that."

Zheng Yitong snorted coldly. "But you're also no different. I thought, what could you possibly do when he took you away, but he actually left you immediately. It's quite laughable, really."

Buzz--

Just as Guan Zhiyi was about to respond, the phone suddenly vibrated. She took it out and saw Qi Chengyan's name displayed on the screen. She hesitated for a moment and quickly turned the phone over.

"Yeah, that's really all I can do. I'm not Miss Zheng, who has a bright future ahead of you."

Everyone in the company was aware of Zheng Yitong's domineering attitude, and Guan Zhiyi had no desire to confront her. She smiled and said, "Since you like him so much, I wish you the best of luck in pursuing him. Well, I have things to do, I'll go first."

"Hey you--"

Guan Zhiyi hurriedly walked away, leaving Zheng Yitong fuming with anger.

Afterwards, Guan Zhiyi walked to a corner, and checked to make sure no one was around before picking up her phone. "Hello?"

"Xiaowu, where are you?" Qi Chengyan's voice came through the phone.

Guan Zhiyi: "I'm at Yixing."

Qi Chengyan: "Are you busy?"

Guan Zhiyi wanted to laugh as she thought about what Zheng Yitong did just now, "I'm not busy, just chatting with a colleague…"

"I happen to be near Yixing, I'll pick you up."

"Huh?" Guan Zhiyi asked, "What for?"

"Dinner with your brother, but he still has some work and asked me to bring you along."

Dinner with her brother?

Guan Zhiyi guessed that it wouldn't be anything good, she hesitated and said, "Can I take back what I just said? I'm actually... quite busy."

Qi Chengyan laughed softly, "It's just dinner, no one will scold you."

"Why can't I believe…"

"I'm here. If your brother starts nagging, I'll help stop him for you."

Guan Zhiyi: "Really?"

"Really," said Qi Chengyan. "I'll be there in ten minutes. Wait for me in the parking lot."

Guan Zhiyi instantly felt relieved, "Okay!"

Qi Chengyan arrived on time, Guan Zhiyi found his car using the location and licence plate number that he gave. 

"Are you not cold?" Qi Chengyan asked after Guan Zhiyi opened the door and sat in.

Guan Zhiyi was really shivering due to the cold weather when she left the company and walked to the parking lot. She was wearing a beautiful, but thin, woollen coat today.

"It is cold, but I have an audition today. I couldn't wear too much."

Qi Chengyan gently shook his head and turned to grab a blanket from the back seat. "Cover yourself up,"

"Oh."

Once the car started, Qi Chengyan raised the temperature inside. 

After her body gradually warmed up, Guan Zhiyi couldn't wait to share her story with him, "Brother, I went to the audition two days ago."

"For <Dawn and the Wild>?"

"Yes, I think it's quite promising." Guan Zhiyi tilted her head and looked at him, "My manager said I acted well, and the director and scriptwriter also said that my image is particularly suitable."

A slight smile appeared on Qi Chengyan's face, "How impressive, do I have to reward you?"

Qi Chengyan's voice was gentle and filled with indulgence.

Guan Zhiyi paused for a moment and suddenly remembered her childhood. When she was young and achieved good grades in her exams, she would come to Qi Chengyan to ask for praises, and he would always say Xiaowu did a great job, then ask her what kind of reward she wanted.

In the past, she would always excitedly ask for this and that......

Guan Zhiyi had a smile in her eyes, her heart suddenly felt as if it had landed on a fluffy cotton candy, sweet and soft. She even felt that she could forgive him for leaving so quietly that year.

"The cast hasn't been announced yet, if I do get chosen, we can talk about it then."

Qi Chengyan: "Okay, let's celebrate when the time comes."

"Sure."