My Fortune-Blessed Leading Lady
Chapter 265: Clarifying Rumors

Chapter 265: Chapter 265: Clarifying Rumors

After Bo Yan had transferred one payment to Yuran, he was about to send a second one when Yuran firmly refused and even warned him not to send anymore, threatening that she wouldn’t want his money ever again if he did. Frightened, Bo Yan immediately stopped, sighing and falling silent. Xie Cheng asked, "What’s wrong now?"

Bo Yan expressed his dilemma with slight annoyance, "My girlfriend won’t spend my money, and that makes things difficult for me! I have so much money I can’t even use it all up. It’s such a waste if she doesn’t help me spend some! Even being a spendthrift would be preferable!"

Xie Cheng: "...forget it, as if I never asked."

That very afternoon, at five o’clock the second Yuran’s class ended, the Public Relations department of Diyang Headquarters issued a clarification statement with authority.

Diyang Headquarters PR Weibo: Regarding the rumor this morning about our Mr. Bo Yan.

Ms. Wen Ziqi has no connection whatsoever with our star actor, Bo Yan, neither professionally nor personally.

Regarding the dinner last night that Mr. Bo Yan supposedly had with Ms. Wen, there is absolutely no basis for this accusation. While our artist was indeed having dinner, it was not with Ms. Wen. Whoever spread this news, whether deliberately or unintentionally, please clarify immediately; otherwise, Diyang will proceed with legal action.

As a public figure, Mr. Bo Yan, will share news of any romantic relationships when the time is appropriate. Please refrain from spreading falsehoods that can inconvenience our artist.

Thank you.

Diyang never drags its feet on matters concerning Bo Yan and always provides a satisfactory response promptly, even attaching Ms. Wen’s itinerary directly below the announcement for clarification.

The only overlap in their schedules was at the restaurant they supposedly dined at yesterday, and Ms. Wen’s entire schedule was accounted for with a different engagement.

Diyang never fears offending people in the industry; they’ll post whatever they feel necessary. Even if Wen Ziqi feels offended and wants to sue Diyang, the company wouldn’t care—let her sue, let her fight it out.

Diyang has plenty of money.

Once Diyang Headquarters PR released this statement, the PR department of Diyang Entertainment along with its top-tier famous actors all began forwarding it.

The topic immediately exceeded two hundred million views.

On Wen Ziqi’s end, the contrast was stark. She had originally thought she could leverage the situation to gain fame, but instead, she found herself cornered with no way to retaliate. It was clear that Bo Yan was not going to let her slip by.

Wen Ziqi was severely reprimanded by her agent, who scolded her for overestimating herself and was preparing to hold a press conference for Wen Ziqi to apologize to Bo Yan in front of the media.

Wen Ziqi was reluctant, telling her agent, "I really did see him dining with another woman. Can’t we just contact Bo Yan and negotiate using that information?"

Her agent was almost amused by her naivete, "You think the restaurant belongs to whom?"

Wen Ziqi, looking confused, responded, "Whose?"

Her agent scoffed, "Whose? It’s owned by Diyang. You didn’t think you could use that as leverage against Bo Yan, did you? You claim he has a girlfriend—do you have photos? What does it matter what you saw with your own eyes? Who would believe you?"

She was left speechless.

Within an hour, Wen Ziqi held the press conference, tearfully clarifying that her actions were out of admiration for the great actor Bo Yan, and she never intended to cause such a significant disturbance or inconvenience him. She apologized to the public and to Bo Yan.

But the public did not accept the apology.

Instead of reviving her waning popularity because of Bo Yan, Wen Ziqi’s fame plummeted even further, beyond her manager’s ability to salvage.

After that incident, Xie Cheng said to Bo Yan, "Although Wen Ziqi doesn’t dare to speak recklessly, you and Yuran should be more careful when going out together in the future, to avoid negatively affecting Yuran. She’s still a newcomer, and if exposed, she could be badly criticized."

Bo Yan frowned. "I know, but it’s not really necessary to go out. Anyway, I can date her anywhere."

Not showing off your love would make you feel uncomfortable, wouldn’t it?

Shameful or not?

...

It was another sunny weekend. After the incident, Wen Ziqi was disliked by her company. Not everyone who wants to stir up scandals with superstar Bo Yan could become famous; it could be an abyss for some.

Unless Bo Yan is willing to promote you.

But unfortunately, no one had been promoted by Bo Yan since his debut, oh, except for that one who acted in a kissing scene with him.

Today, the cast of "Emperor Shun of Tang" welcomed a newcomer. This character in "Emperor Shun of Tang" was Xie Qingge, a brother to Xie Qingcheng, a young man in fine clothes and on horseback, with delicate features. Yuran had seen the character card but had not met the person playing her brother.

He was essentially the fourth male lead in the drama.

Annan, holding a script, excitedly said to her, "I just went out to get you some water and saw the new pretty boy who joined today. He was wearing a mask, so although I couldn’t see his face clearly, he should be quite handsome.

I just heard from the producer that he’s the leading vocalist of the popular NM group, originally an actor who unexpectedly became a singer in the group."

"The lead vocalist of NM?" Yuran, holding her phone, quickly looked up the person. His name was Lu Xiao, and he was indeed quite attractive. However, Lu Xiao was most famous not for his looks or being the group’s lead vocalist but for being a notorious straight man on official posts.

Annan said to Yuran, "Did you know, Yuran? This Lu Xiao is quite famous online, wildly popular mainly for his sharp tongue—that’s something odd."

Yuran hummed, "Give me the details."

Annan laughed, barely containing her amusement, "Remember that selfie Lu Xiao posted on his official blog? Very handsome, right? Then his fans commented below, ’Lu Xiao, in this lifetime, I must have you,’ and guess what? Lu Xiao highlighted that fan."

Yuran exclaimed, "Wouldn’t that usually make someone very happy?"

"Pfft..." Annan seemed to struggle to hold back her laughter. "Under normal circumstances, yes. But Lu Xiao is not a normal person. He directly asked the fan, ’Are you a human trafficker? Planning to sell me for money?’"

Yuran: "..."

She looked down again at the photos on the encyclopedia. This handsome, sunshiny, boy-next-door—was he really such a venomous guy?

Yuran incredulously said, "How could someone like that still have fans who can tolerate him?"

Annan smiled, "It’s different with him. His comebacks are actually clever. His fans say, ’Lu Xiao, my retribution is you. Lu Xiao replies, ’What good deeds did you do in your past life?’ His fan says, ’If I can’t sleep with you in this life, my life is meaningless.’ Lu Xiao replies, ’If I don’t beat you to death, I feel like I’ve lived in vain.’"

Yuran: "..."

"Hahahaha..." Annan couldn’t hold it in any longer and burst out laughing, "Whenever I’m feeling down, I just visit his official blog to see him roasting people, and it cheers me up."

Yuran, "Hmm, he is indeed, impressive."