61: Zhang Liang's attempt to use underhanded tactics failed.

A Western restaurant in the Magic City.

In this quiet environment, with an average price of over 3,000 per person, Zhang Liang had really gone all out.

Seeing the stunner sitting quietly before him, Zhang Liang's mind wandered. Being able to ask this top-tier hot mom out made every cent worth it!

He was wondering what posture he should use to unwrap this wonderful piece of candy later.

Meanwhile, Wang Tangtang was a bit restless and felt extremely irritable.

The man in front of her looked decent enough but was talking incessantly; she could even see tiny specks of saliva flying under the lights!

She glanced at the time on her phone; it was already 8:30!

Zhang Liang still hadn't gotten to the point!

What role was he giving her? What was the genre of the short drama? Who was the director? She knew none of this!

As a mother, her mind was filled with thoughts of her daughter, and she didn't want to stay here for another minute.

She strongly suspected that Zhang Liang had ulterior motives tonight.

He might even try to drug her later.

"Brother Liang, it's getting late. How about I head back first?"

A hint of impatience appeared on Wang Tangtang's exquisite face as she picked up her bag and stood up, preparing to leave.

Seeing this, Zhang Liang sneered, dropped his polite act, and barked in a low voice, "Wang Tangtang!"

"You're already 32, heading towards 40 in a few years. How many more chances do you have to squander?"

"If you leave here today, don't even think about working in the entertainment industry ever again. Not even Jesus can help you—I said so!"

Zhang Liang was incredibly arrogant! His words struck a chord with Wang Tangtang's pain.

She had long heard that the entertainment industry was dark, and seeing it now, it truly lived up to its reputation.

She thought that at the very least, it would be someone of a big director's caliber who would try to impose "unspoken rules."

She didn't expect that someone with Zhang Liang's minor status as an "Artist Coordinator" would also try this!

To reach the top, a beautiful artist really has to suffer so much!

So that saying is really true: beauty is a curse!

When commoners venture into the entertainment industry, they almost always end up with some scandals.

She heard that even the big shot, Sister Mi, had been schemed against!

"Zhang Liang, what do you mean?"

Wang Tangtang's expression turned ugly. She really didn't want to have a falling out so soon, but at this point, she had to make a choice.

"What do I mean? I mean I've taken a liking to you! Sit down first; let's talk slowly."

Zhang Liang's gaze swept down from Wang Tangtang's exquisite face, stopping at her wide, full hips, staring intensely for a few moments.

Feeling Zhang Liang's unrestrained gaze, Wang Tangtang felt a surge of shame and anger, but she was helpless.

She slowly sat back down to see what Zhang Liang actually wanted to say.

"Tangtang, you're always so slow to catch on; it's making me anxious! Let me be blunt with you today."

"I'm crazy about you, absolutely crazy about you!"

"I'd even be willing to die for you! I'm serious!"

"As long as you spend one night with me, I'm willing to give you all the resources. Director Zhang's side is still missing a fourth female supporting role, and you're just right! I'll recommend you with everything I've got."

Zhang Liang's eyes glittered as he offered a grand gift. However, his cheesy pick-up lines truly disgusted Wang Tangtang.

"Are you talking about that Director Zhang who is known as a Veteran Actor?"

Wang Tangtang was still a bit surprised. Director Zhang was a top-tier big-name director in the country. How could a director of that level let a small Internet Celebrity like her appear in a movie?

"That's right, that Director Zhang. Tangtang, as long as you're with me once, I can give you this opportunity."

Observing Wang Tangtang's expression, Zhang Liang had already made a plan. He had a hidden camera in his handbag. Once he recorded the video, wouldn't this top-tier hot mom be under his thumb?

Wang Tangtang didn't even think for two seconds before decisively refusing.

"No need, thank you for your kindness."

Society is treacherous; there was no way Wang Tangtang would agree to such a request without seeing any substantial benefits first.

Relying solely on talk might work to coax a little girl fresh out of college, but she wouldn't fall for it!

This time, Wang Tangtang didn't hesitate; she stood up to leave.

Zhang Liang got anxious and blurted out, "What are you acting pure for? You're a woman who's already given birth. Would it kill you to let me have a go?"

In the blink of an eye, an enraged Wang Tangtang grabbed the red wine from the table and splashed it onto Zhang Liang's face, shouting furiously, "Your mother has also given birth! Why don't you have a go at her?"

The cold red wine instantly snapped Zhang Liang out of it, and his beautiful fantasies shattered in an instant!

The quiet of the Western restaurant was broken by the commotion. Guests were drawn to the scene, and some even raised their phones to start filming.

"Don't shout, don't shout! Keep your voice down!"

Seeing this situation, Zhang Liang was also stunned! He didn't want to be exposed; once exposed, he wouldn't be able to stay in this industry.

"Why should I keep it down? Weren't you acting so tough? You want to sleep with me? Why don't you take a piss and look at your own reflection first!"

Not only was Wang Tangtang's body hot, but her personality was even hotter!

She usually endured things for the sake of her child, but now that her bottom line had been touched, she had reacted severely.

Seeing this, Zhang Liang picked up his handbag to cover his face and actually ran away.

His previous lustful courage had vanished without a trace!

A waiter arrived upon hearing the noise and kindly asked if any help was needed.

Wang Tangtang calmed her heaving chest. After politely declining, she paid for the meal, took a taxi, and went home.

"How unlucky!"

Sitting in the taxi, Wang Tangtang felt both angry and despondent!

It seems the entertainment industry is really hard to survive in!

Having offended Zhang Liang, the middleman who connects people, she feared she would never see the light of day at Xingyao Media again.

There were still many Female Internet Celebrities ahead of her waiting for acting slots; surely someone would be willing to accept Zhang Liang's unspoken rules.

The reason unspoken rules succeed time and again is that if you won't do it, someone else will!

It's just like a group of college students looking for jobs.

The expected salary is five thousand, but the actual salary offered is only three thousand.

But there are backstabbers who not only proactively lower their expected salary and accept three thousand but are also willing to work overtime for free.

To put it bluntly, society is too competitive nowadays!

It's so competitive that even a shameful topic like unspoken rules is considered by Zhang Liang to be open, honest, and perfectly natural!

After returning to her apartment, Wang Tangtang took out the tutoring materials she bought online and hurriedly dialed a video call.

Her mother answered the phone and sighed, "Duo Duo didn't see you today, and she's still crying alone under the covers."

"She keeps asking me if Mama doesn't want her anymore. Tangtang, why don't you just come home and stay with Duo Duo? How much money is enough?"

Wang Tangtang suppressed the sadness in her heart. As a single mother, the responsibility on her shoulders was too heavy... "Mom, give me a few more days. Give the phone to Duo Duo; let me see her."

Soon, the camera was pointed at a cute little girl. She was wearing a little princess dress, looking unhappy all by herself, with small tears in the corners of her eyes not yet wiped dry.

"Your mama is video calling you, Duo Duo." The Grandmother held up the phone, filming Duo Duo.

"Mama, I miss you, waaaah."

Seeing Wang Tangtang on the phone, the little girl in the video cried pitifully again, making Wang Tangtang's heart ache.

Eight years old is an important stage for mental maturity!

If a child lacks maternal love, the consequences can be extremely serious... Without guidance, it's very possible she could become a delinquent girl and hang out with thugs in the future!

Wang Tangtang's heart wavered; she was already considering leaving Magic City to develop her career back in her hometown.

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