Even After My Death
Chapter 552 - 457 Jiang Ning Attracts Controversy

Chapter 552: Chapter 457 Jiang Ning Attracts Controversy

Jiang Ning had barely left the Orange Entertainment building when the rumor that she was going to shoot a variety reality show started circulating.

Ever since Jiang Ning made a brief one-word response online, netizens had been secretly hoping she would catch new criminals, so when news broke that Jiang Ning might enter the entertainment industry, everyone’s first reaction was disbelief.

The netizens not only disbelieved the rumor but also lashed out at the person spreading it, accusing him of disseminating false information.

Taking himself for a doormat who couldn’t just stand by while being ridiculed by everyone, out of anger, he posted a photo that was taken today of Jiang Ning entering the Orange Entertainment Building.

Not only was Jiang Ning captured, Shen Zha and Chen Yan were, too.

The three were heading towards the Orange Building together.

When the netizens saw this picture, they were shocked:

"Holy crap! It really is Jiang Ning!"

"Damn, damn, that’s Shen Zha and Chen Yan beside her! Hahaha, could it be that Jiang Ning is really going to shoot a new variety show?"

"Bro, if you have photos, post more, got any other news? Are you sure Jiang Ning has signed with Director Shen?"

"This is Orange Entertainment we’re talking about—it’s possible that Jiang Jiang didn’t sign with Director Shen but with Orange Entertainment Company instead!"

The netizens were quick to adapt, and their attitudes drastically shifted the moment they saw the picture. They went from accusing the person of spreading rumors to calling him ’bro’ affectionately, hoping he would spill more juicy details.

Netizens had an optimistic attitude about the possibility of Jiang Ning participating in a variety show or entering the entertainment industry, and they were pleased to see it happen.

Although Jiang Ning was highly popular online, she hadn’t monetized her fame or engaged in live-stream selling, effectively being a jobless wanderer.

Finding a job for herself was nothing out of the ordinary.

However, humans are complex and diverse, and by the evening, as more and more netizens came across the news of Jiang Ning’s rumored foray into the entertainment industry, besides those supporting Jiang Ning, there were also voices of skepticism and criticism starting to emerge.

"What does this mean? Has Jiang Ning finally given in to entering the entertainment industry?"

"Didn’t Jiang Ning just say she would catch a few criminals for us to see? After whetting everyone’s appetite, she goes off to build her business and make some money... I must say, she played this marketing game very successfully."

"How long has it been, she couldn’t resist the temptation of the vile circle??"

"Sigh, I’m just disappointed opening TikTok and seeing this news..."

"I knew it. There’s no one who doesn’t want to earn money or become famous. We’ve all been fooled by Jiang Ning!"

"Now I suddenly suspect whether there’s a company operating behind Jiang Ning. Look at how beautifully she’s turned things around in these two months. The Huo Family is almost bankrupt, Huo Miao, who stole her identity, is utterly disgraced, becoming a morally corrupt mistress. Meanwhile, Jiang Ning gloriously steps into the entertainment industry, followed by a bunch of brain-dead fans. Impressive."

"..."

Of course, these comments were soon met with replies from netizens supporting Jiang Ning:

"What’s wrong with Jiang Ning entering the entertainment industry? Is there a constitutional law stating Jiang Ning cannot do so?"

"Jiang Ning is also a normal person; she needs to eat, spend money, and live. She’s a celebrity now, entering the entertainment industry seems pretty normal to me. If you became an internet celebrity one day, could you resist not doing live-stream selling?"

"There are countless live-stream sellers and countless stars in the entertainment industry. If others can do it, of course, Jiang Ning can, too."

"It’s great that Jiang Ning is entering the entertainment industry; we will be able to see her often on the big screen. Isn’t that a good thing?!"

"Hahaha, I have no idea what route Jiang Ning is taking, but who knows, maybe in the future there will be a chance to pick her up from the airport. If I’m luckier, I might even get her autograph in person! Just thinking about it makes me so happy; I can’t wait for Jiang Ning to hurry up and enter the entertainment industry."

"Actually, I’d prefer Jiang Ning to do livestream selling. I don’t know why, but I feel like whatever she sells would definitely be reliable, and she wouldn’t swindle people. But her entering the entertainment industry is good too. As some of the friends said earlier, we’d get to see her on the screen more often then. Hehe."

"They say it’s only those inside the circle who know the inside scoop. Honestly, I’m somewhat looking forward to Jiang Jiang entering the entertainment industry. After seeing some of the dark sides of this ’noble’ industry, will she still throw heavy punches like she does now, or will she compromise after being assimilated by the ’big dye vat’?"

"Now that you mention it, I’m looking forward to it."

"Looking forward +1"

Those who didn’t want Jiang Ning to join the entertainment industry were just as numerous as those who supported it.

Shen Zha and Orange Entertainment paid close attention to the online buzz.

Especially when it came to news about Jiang Ning, any little movement could catch Shen Zha’s attention.

Seeing these comments, Shen Zha stroked his smooth chin, feeling that this move was absolutely the right one.

They hadn’t even officially announced that Jiang Ning was coming to record the variety show, and just these baseless rumors were already enough to stir up the emotions of the netizens.

Moreover, Shen Zha had a particularly sharp eye, realizing that those who disapproved of Jiang Ning joining the entertainment industry actually had deep hopes for her, which was why their criticism was so intense.

Because of the recent events, Jiang Ning’s image in their hearts had become remarkably righteous, which is why they held such high expectations of her and thought that her entering the entertainment industry would tarnish the expectations they had of her.

But in fact, once they realized that Jiang Ning was still the same as when she recorded "Survive for 30 Days," they would definitely change their tune.

That was also why Shen Zha decided to invite Jiang Ning in the fifth episode.

"Director Shen, this is bad, take a look at this..." Assistant Xiao Chen suddenly made a call to Shen Zha, and at the same time, he shared a link to Shen Zha’s WeChat.

Shen Zha clicked it and frowned slightly.

A little while later, Jiang Ning received a call from Shen Zha, "Jiang Ning, don’t mind those comments online too much."

"Hm?" Jiang Ning replied with some confusion.

Shen Zha was taken aback, "You couldn’t possibly be unaware that the news about you entering the entertainment industry has already been leaked online, could you?"

"Hold on." Jiang Ning’s response was very calm, "Let me see."

Shen Zha: ...

He suggested, "You might as well go directly to Wen Dalian’s livestream. He’s riding on your coattails."

Although Jiang Ning found the name Wen Dalian very unfamiliar, if it was something Shen Zha personally called to discuss with her, it couldn’t be simple.

Jiang Ning raised an eyebrow and replied, "Okay."

Shen Zha repeated earnestly, "Just take a look; don’t get angry, okay? You’re popular now and that brings lots of drama. They couldn’t find a single fault with you before and could only watch your fame grow. Now that they’ve found a loophole, they’re jumping at the chance to attack you. This is only going to happen more often, so don’t take it to heart."

"Sure, got it," Jiang Ning acknowledged.

Her response was positive for now, but after seeing the situation, whatever reaction she had would still be up to her, wouldn’t it?