Chapter 126 - The fall of a fence-sitter

In the bizarre world of the entertainment industry, He Xidong was once a senior agent of Sixiang Entertainment, holding great power and enjoying unlimited glory. However, his greed and gambling addiction were like two sharp knives, cutting his future bit by bit. After several years of making money, he was ultimately no match for the ever-changing world at the gambling table. His savings flowed away like water, leaving behind only a pile of mortgages and endless regrets. When Sixiang finally lost patience with him and kicked him out, He Xidong suddenly realized that he had reached the end of his road. So, with a hint of reluctance and luck, he stepped into the door of Yanxiang Entertainment, hoping to find a new life here. At the moment of the interview, He Xidong seemed to see the dawn of redemption. He talked endlessly to the interviewer about the "treasures" he could bring to Yanxiang - Sixiang's internal secrets, future strategic plans, and even a list of stars to be promoted. He promised that as long as Yanxiang accepted him, these would no longer be secrets. He was even willing to recruit Xu Xingyao, a popular young actor from Sixiang, for Yanxiang as a token of his loyalty. His wishful thinking was wrong. The interviewers were not fools, they knew the horror of fence-sitters. He Xidong could betray Sixiang today and Yanxiang tomorrow. They dared not accept or keep such a person. So, the result of the interview was no surprise, He Xidong was rejected. He was angry and unwilling, and even began to suspect that all this was Xia Zhuozhuo's conspiracy. The mysterious woman who emerged in the entertainment industry seemed to be able to easily stir up the situation. But He Xidong forgot that his failure was ultimately due to his greed and betrayal. In anger, he lost his mind and pointed his spearhead at Xia Zhuozhuo. However, Xia Zhuozhuo was not the soft persimmon he imagined. Faced with He Xidong's threats and provocations, she acted calmly and decisively, kicking him to the ground. The roar of the elevator and the timely appearance of Assistant Sun seemed to announce He Xidong's complete failure. "Call the police, don't let me see him again." Xia Zhuozhuo's voice was cold and resolute, as if it was the final judgment on He Xidong. Although Assistant Sun was confused, his loyalty and intelligence made him choose to obey. He used his connections in the police station to send He Xidong to prison. He Xidong's imprisonment caused a great shock within Sixiang Entertainment. Those employees who had been oppressed by him all applauded. They finally got rid of the villain who bullied the weak and feared the strong, and found an outlet for venting their previous humiliation. And He Xidong's evil deeds were also revealed one by one with his imprisonment. Those employees who had been oppressed by him plucked up the courage to report to the police. He Xidong's crimes became more and more, and his future became more and more bleak. At the same time, the names of Xia Zhuozhuo and Xia Huaile quietly rose in the entertainment industry. Xia Huaile, a newcomer who was almost forced to quit the entertainment industry by He Xidong, has now become the focus of Yanxiang Entertainment. His promotional posters were forwarded by major media, and his name frequently appeared on the hot search list. All this is due to Xia Zhuozhuo's keen eye and great help. She not only saw Xia Huaile's potential and talent, but also saw his tenacity and perseverance. With the help of Xia Zhuozhuo, Xia Huaile rose rapidly and became a dazzling new star in the entertainment industry. All this is undoubtedly a huge blow to the people in power in Sixiang Entertainment. Especially Si Jueyu, she had tried her best to suppress Xia Huaile, but she didn't expect that she would end up making wedding clothes for others. She was angry and unwilling, and even began to doubt her life choice. "I can't give up like this!" Si Jueyu swore secretly in her heart. She decided to go to Shanghai in person to find Xia Zhuozhuo and Xia Huaile. She wanted to see with her own eyes how glorious they were. She wanted to break all these illusions with her own hands and let Xia Huaile return to her control. However, when she really stood in front of Xia Zhuozhuo and Xia Huaile, she realized how ridiculous and naive her thoughts were. Xia Zhuozhuo's calmness and wisdom, Xia Huaile's talent and tenacity, all made her feel deeply shocked and powerless. "You Xia Zhuozhuo looked at Si Jueyu, with a flash of pity in his eyes, "You lost from the beginning, because you will never understand what true fairness and justice are." Si Jueyu was speechless, she could only turn around and leave silently. She knew that she had completely lost in this contest. She lost power, status, and even her dignity. On the other hand, Si Shenxing also got the news that Xia Huaile was poached by Yanxiang. He felt mixed emotions, both disappointed and surprised. What was disappointed was that he lost the opportunity to further contact with Xia Zhuozhuo; what was surprised was that he seemed to have glimpsed some of Xia Zhuozhuo's secrets. "It is no coincidence that Xia Huaile is so valued by Yanxiang. "Si Shenxing analyzed silently in his heart, "There must be someone behind this who is pushing Xia Zhuozhuo. What exactly does she want to do? What is her purpose?" Si Shenxing decided to continue observing, he wanted to find out Xia Zhuozhuo's true intention. He believed that as long as he was patient and careful enough, he would be able to find the answer. In this competition in the entertainment industry, Xia Zhuozhuo and Xia Huaile were undoubtedly the biggest winners. They used their talent and tenacity to write a legend of their own. And those who once tried to stop them could only become stepping stones on their road to success. This matter is undoubtedly related to Xia Zhuozhuo. However, how can a doctor, even if she belongs to the mysterious Anbu, have such tremendous power to drive Yan Xiang like an arm? Unless Xia Zhuozhuo's identity is far more than that. Si Shenxing's heart was stirred by the name of Xia Zhuozhuo. He was curious and admired her, as if he was pulled by an invisible force, eager to see her every day and spend time with her. However, the reality was like a cold wall, isolating him from Xia Zhuozhuo's world, and he could not find a crack that would allow him to get close to her. Until a text message from Si Jueyu, like a sweet rain from heaven, moistened his dry heart. She said that she was going to Shanghai for a few days and hoped that he could send some manpower to protect her. Si Shenxing saw through her thoughts at a glance. What protection and safety, she just wanted to use his power to oppress others. He raised a playful smile at the corner of his mouth and assigned Huo Gang to accompany him. Huo Gang, his confidant, knew the position of Xia Zhuozhuo in his heart. At the critical moment, Huo Gang could not only stop Si Jueyu's misbehavior, but also monitor Si Jueyu's every move for him. Huo Gang had no good feelings for Si Jueyu. He had followed Si Shenxing since he was a child, and he remembered how Si Jueyu treated the young master and those bad words. Although she now called him "Brother Shenxing", Huo Gang had never forgotten those pasts. However, he dared not disobey Si Shenxing's orders. "Yes, sir." He wanted to retreat in response, but was stopped by Si Shenxing. "By the way, is everything okay at the hospital? " He was asking about Zhao Ti. Huo Gang turned around and answered respectfully: "Everything is normal. My people have been keeping a close watch on him. Moreover, Master Zhao Ti has woken up several times in the past few days. Although he fell into a deep sleep again soon, the time he woke up was getting longer each time. The doctor said that he will be fully awake soon. " Si Shenxing nodded slightly. "Continue to monitor him closely. If he makes any mistakes, you will also be blamed. " "Yes! " With Si Shenxing's words, Huo Gang increased the intensity of the guard. The original four-person rotation post was increased to eight people. They strictly guarded against even a fly and didn't want to fly into the hospital gate. Xia Liuli was anxious. She thought Zhao Ti was dead, but she didn't expect that this old guy was so tough and snatched his life from the hands of death. Recalling the scene in the coffee shop, she went to test Zhao Ti's breathing, and he was lifeless at that time. Now think about it, she underestimated Xia Zhuozhuo, that woman is really a superb doctor. Whether it is Zhao Ti's resurrection this time or the Du family's old man was cured by her, it proves her strength. . It was because she was too arrogant and underestimated her opponent that she fell into the misunderstanding and thought that Xia Zhuozhuo was just a swindler. However, it was useless to pursue these things at this moment. This afternoon, Zhao Ti woke up again. This time, he was awake for seven or eight minutes, and she and Zhao Xiukai happened to see it. The two entered the ICU together. Zhao Ti had a ventilator in his mouth and could not speak, but his cloudy eyes stared at Xia Liuli, as if he wanted to say something, but he could only make a "mmm" sound. She deliberately misled Zhao Xiukai, saying that Zhao Ti was comforting them and reassuring them. Zhao Xiukai was fooled, without a trace of No doubt. But after leaving the ICU, Xia Liuli was so scared that her back was soaked. She was afraid that Zhao Ti would say something unfavorable to her. She knew that if she continued like this, things would be exposed sooner or later. If she didn't want to become a murderer, she had to take action as soon as possible. However, just when she was about to find an opportunity to act, Huo Gang strengthened the guard of the hospital. She had no chance to act at all. Xia Liuli thought hard and finally came up with a plan. At dinner time, she prepared a large table of sumptuous dishes at home. Of course, she was not good at cooking. These dishes were carefully selected from the restaurant, and then placed on the plate one by one, and then Throwing away the lunch box. She quietly waited for Zhao Xiukai to return. Zhao Xiukai also had his own business to do. He ran several jade and antique shops, and his business was booming. But when he heard that Xia Liuli would cook for him personally, he immediately put down his work and rushed home. As soon as he entered the door, he could smell the aroma of the food, which was mouth-watering. But what made Zhao Xiukai even more excited was that the candles lit on the dining table created a romantic atmosphere. Between him and Xia Liuli, the window paper had never been broken, and the two were still in a friendship. He felt that tonight was the best time to clarify the relationship. "Liuli, where are you?" He put on his slippers and walked into the living room. Xia Liuli walked out of the kitchen, holding the bowls and chopsticks in both hands, with a gentle smile on her face. "You're back? " That smile was like a spring breeze, which made Zhao Xiukai dazed and his heartbeat accelerated involuntarily. The dinner went very smoothly. The two chatted while eating, and the atmosphere was warm and sweet. After dinner, Xia Liuli invited Zhao Xiukai to have tea in the living room. The aroma of tea curled up, and the two sat opposite each other, with indescribable feelings in their eyes. Finally, Zhao Xiukai plucked up the courage and held Xia Liuli's hand. "Liuli, I like you for a long time." Xia Liuli trembled slightly, and then showed a shy smile. "Xiukai, me too." The hearts of the two were closely connected at this moment. However, Xia Liuli hid an unknown secret in her heart. She knew that this relationship with Zhao Xiukai might just be a chess piece she laid to achieve her goal. But she also understood that for that goal, she must pay all the price, even if it meant sacrificing her love.