Rebirth: My Reclusive Husband Helps Me Get Revenge!
Chapter 103: Prolong the contract

Chapter 103: Prolong the contract

Lixue maintained a neutral expression as she took her seat, her gaze sweeping across the room. The way the executives looked at her wasn’t just idle curiosity anymore—it was scrutiny.

They were trying to connect the dots.

Her sudden rise, her poise, her refusal to bow to industry norms... and now, Yu Jia’s post had thrown fuel onto the fire.

She had expected speculation about her identity, but something about their expressions made her uneasy. This wasn’t just curiosity—it was the look of people who thought they had discovered something significant.

She casually crossed her legs, setting her phone aside. "Shall we begin?"

The executives snapped out of their thoughts, though a few exchanged glances. One of them, an older man in a sharp suit, cleared his throat. "Of course, miss Y.L."

They began discussing the recent offers, sponsorship deals, and potential collaborations. Lixue listened carefully, making quick decisions on which ones were worth pursuing. She had no intention of tying herself down to meaningless endorsements—every deal she accepted had to serve a purpose.

But even as they spoke, she could feel their curiosity lingering.

Finally, one of them, a woman with neatly styled hair and a polite smile, leaned forward slightly. "Miss Y.L, forgive me for being direct, but there’s been quite a bit of interest in you lately."

Lixue tilted her head slightly, feigning mild surprise. "Interest?"

"Your background, specifically," the woman continued, choosing her words carefully. "The way you carry yourself, your connections... and, well, after Yu Jia’s recent post, there’s been speculation."

There it was. And she wasn’t surprised.

Lixue remained composed. "Speculation about what?"

The woman hesitated before saying, "Some are wondering if you’re connected to the Yu family."

The room went silent for a beat.

Lixue let out a soft chuckle, tapping her fingers against the table. "And what gave them that impression?"

"The way you arrived here, your confidence, your resources," another executive added. "And Yu Jia’s words—it almost sounded like she was implying something. But the Yu family has only 3 grandchildren and Yu Jia is the only girl."

"Did she?" Lixue arched a brow, lips curving into an unreadable smile. "I must have missed that."

The executives exchanged glances. Lixue’s calm, almost amused response didn’t give them anything to work with.

After a moment, the older man sighed, shaking his head. "Well, regardless of the rumors, your career is progressing smoothly. As long as it continues in this direction, speculation doesn’t matter."

Lixue nodded. "Exactly."

The meeting continued without further probing, but Lixue knew this wasn’t the end of it.

People were digging.

And if they weren’t careful, they might just find something.

The executives shifted back to business, going over the endorsement offers that had come in.

"There are several brands eager to work with you, Y.L.," the older man said, flipping through a few documents. "Luxury, beauty, fashion—you’ve caught the industry’s attention quickly."

Lixue accepted the folder he slid toward her, scanning the names. Some were well-established international brands, while others were high-end domestic names.

"These offers aren’t just about visibility," the woman from earlier added. "Many brands are interested in you because of your image—elegant but with an air of mystery. You’re not like the usual rising stars, and that makes you valuable."

Lixue smirked slightly, fingers lightly tapping against the contract’s edge. "Flattery will get you everywhere."

The woman chuckled, but the message was clear—her uniqueness was both an asset and a cause for scrutiny.

Lixue flipped to a specific contract, her eyes narrowing slightly. "This one." She tapped a luxury jewelry brand’s proposal. "I like the concept, but the terms are too restrictive."

The older man nodded. "They want exclusivity. If you sign, you won’t be able to endorse any competing brands for the next three years."

"Too long," Lixue replied immediately. "One year. Two at most. If they can’t adjust, I’m not interested."

"We can negotiate," the woman assured her, taking notes.

Lixue moved on to another contract, this time a high-end perfume brand. "This one... I like. The campaign concept aligns with my image, and the international reach is good."

"They’re prepared to make you their brand ambassador," another executive chimed in. "It would be a long-term partnership."

Lixue considered it before nodding. "Get me the full details. If the terms are good, I’ll sign."

One by one, they went through the remaining offers, with Lixue swiftly deciding which ones to pursue and which to decline. She wasn’t interested in spreading herself thin across too many brands—quality mattered more quantity.

The meeting had just shifted into a more personal territory when one of the executives, a younger man with sharp features, cleared his throat. "Miss Y.L., there’s also the matter of your contract with Dream Entertainment."

Lixue glanced up, her fingers pausing as she lightly tapped the table. "What about it?"

"Your current contract has just started, but considering your performance and the way your profile has been growing, the higher-ups are eager to extend your contract early," he said, a slight urgency in his voice. "They don’t want to risk you signing with another agency once it expires."

Lixue let the information sink in. She’d expected this kind of discussion eventually. Dream Entertainment would want to secure her before another company could take notice of her increasing popularity.

"And how long are they proposing?" Lixue asked, her tone neutral.

"We’re talking about an additional five years," the older executive interjected. "We’d like to offer you an extension that would keep you with Dream Entertainment, ensuring you stay with us long term."

Lixue’s expression remained unreadable as she processed the proposal. It made sense. The company wanted her locked in before her profile reached new heights, so they wouldn’t have to compete with other agencies. Still, it was a hefty commitment for a contract that had just begun.

"And what’s in it for me?" she asked, her voice calm but probing.

"Beyond the extension, we’d be looking at a major increase in revenue sharing, more influence over brand deals, and control over your personal brand strategy," the younger man replied quickly. "The company wants to ensure your transition to the higher echelons of the entertainment industry is seamless."

Lixue tilted her head slightly, a thoughtful expression flickering across her face. "Sounds tempting, but I want to make sure I’m not getting locked into something too restrictive. Eight years is a long time to plan out."

"We understand, and we’re prepared to adjust the terms to suit your needs," the older executive assured. "We’ll even add renegotiation clauses if you need more flexibility down the line."

"....."

"I’ll need to see the details before making any decisions," Lixue replied smoothly. "But I’m not opposed to discussing it further."

The executives nodded, clearly pleased that she wasn’t rejecting the offer outright. The tension in the room eased, and they began discussing the logistics of sending over a new draft of the contract.

Once the business portion wrapped up, the older executive leaned forward again, as if shifting into a more personal tone. "We’re excited about your future with Dream Entertainment, Miss Y.L. Your success is our success."

Lixue offered a polite smile but said nothing. She knew the game they were playing—keeping her on a leash, while making sure the terms were heavily in their favor.