Chapter 823: Chapter 823

This matter isn't exactly big, but it's not small either.

Although it's merely someone's wishful tactic to gain fame, don't forget that the party being involved already has a partner.

Even though rational fans can distinguish this as mere hype, there are always those irrational fans who are never in short supply in this industry. Tʜe source of this ᴄontent ɪs 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡·𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖·𝔫𝔢𝔱

Not to mention the numerous malicious folks who love to watch the world burn.

Nowadays, even those who are married with children in real life can end up developing feelings for co-stars during filming; quite a few come to mind without much thought.

"Can't deny, while disgusting, this tactic does tap into certain hype lines."

Despite not wanting such repulsive matters to disturb her artist who is juggling acting and graduate studies, Tong Yue decided to give Jiang Lingxi a heads-up early the next morning after much consideration.

"Hype a couple? Liao Jingchen?"

"To be precise, it's unilateral hype. They likely guessed you wouldn't cooperate from the start and concocted some seemingly real photos and statements to forcibly link you with him, somewhat hyping a couple. After all, your popularity surpasses Liao Jingchen; attention to this matter indirectly boosts his fame," Tong Yue openly divulged Liao Jingchen's and his agent's schemes.

She paused before continuing, "And there's a deeper layer too. Considering the common occurrence nowadays of actors developing feelings with their opposite-sex co-stars during filming, even amidst marriage, sometimes leading to divorce in reality. Although you and Liao Jingchen have no connection beyond filming, those with malicious intent won't care whether you really have any relationship, they can fully exploit this for speculation..."

The latter part was too unsettling for Tong Yue to continue, but she guessed Jiang Lingxi could figure it out herself.

Moreover, this incident is different from previous similar events. Last time, Jiang Lingxi was at least single, so even if dating, no one would say much, but this time she's married!

Liao Jingchen and his agent surely considered this point yet chose this route anyway, as disgusting as it is, it's effective!

"I know your husband, Mr. Shen, is low-profile, but perhaps it's best if he shows up this time. Previously, he specifically visited your filming site in the mountains, now you're closer in the Imperial City's film studios, should Mr. Shen visit once?"

This was Tong Yue's simplest and most effective counteraction.

Jiang Lingxi and her partner are well-connected.

Who does Liao Jingchen think he is, daring to cause trouble!

"No need to rely on Yunqing to refute the rumors."

The tactic, albeit simple and effective, was not one Jiang Lingxi intended to use.

Initially, she thought while Liao Jingchen's mind might drift, at least outwardly he appeared courteous and polite, since everyone has their flaws, she could tolerate that.

After all, it's just collaborating for a film, once finished, they go their separate ways, not having to work continuously.

But the premise is the other party doesn't calculate against her.

"I'll handle this myself."

Just relying on Shen Yunqing to refute, Liao Jingchen would still remain in the crew filming.

But she didn't want this outwardly polite yet secretly calculating person lingering around anymore.

Tong Yue knew Jiang Lingxi had her own methods, but couldn't help asking, "Are you confident in handling this?"

In the film they were shooting, she was unquestionably the lead actress.

But Liao Jingchen wasn't the leading actor.

Neither in fame nor role could Liao Jingchen compare.

If Liao Jingchen dared to scheme against her, he must be prepared for backlash.

As for whether it's necessary, she has the capability to ease her discomfort, why endure?

Tong Yue didn't press further on how Jiang Lingxi planned to handle it, but soon she learned the result.

"Dawn" crew and Liao Jingchen's personal account successively released statements announcing his exit from the film due to uncontrollable reasons, with the role being recast.

Once he exited the crew, online rumors speculating romance due to filming between the two naturally dissipated.

How to create rumors when they're no longer filming together?

And some things, those who understand do understand.

What uncontrollable reasons? That's for the outsiders.

Regarding the true reasons, as soon as there were rumors about the two starring together, one directly exited the crew, no need for further thought.

Jiang Lingxi's methods were ruthless!

Liao Jingchen himself didn't anticipate Jiang Lingxi would be this fierce.

He could imagine her possibly confirming her feelings with Mr. Shen to dispel rumors, but never expected Jiang Lingxi to directly cut off his involvement with the crew.

And, the process wasn't concealed at all.

Clearly indicated to him and the rest of the crew: scheme against me, yet wish to stay in the crew, impossible!

If others dare follow suit, he's the cautionary tale.

Regardless of how much Liao Jingchen regrets, his agent Liu Jie would even kneel to plead, it's all useless with Jiang Lingxi!

She is heartless when necessary, more unwavering than others.

Do wrong, face consequences, none exempted.

The actor replacing Liao Jingchen naturally had a similar style, but upon learning about the previous person's fate, far from secretly hyping couples, he wished to stay eight meters away during filming, fearing any misinterpretation and online rumors.

Crew members: Understandable, very understandable.

The aftermath of this event was far-reaching, when Jiang Lingxi later filmed more dramas and movies, won more awards, her popularity soared to the top of the entertainment industry, many wanted to leverage her fame via collaborations.

But upon recalling the first person's outcome in such efforts, now among celebrities there's no trace of Liao Jingchen, budding intentions immediately cooled.

Jiang Lingxi achieved sustained success in the industry, without anyone daring to hype couple rumors with her, earning the humorous title of "CP insulator" by numerous netizens.

Of course, it's partly due to the unwavering affection between her and Shen Yunqing over time.

That's a tale for another time.

"Dawn" due to Liao Jingchen's exit, had its conclusion postponed by half a month compared to the original plan.

Upon leaving the crew, Jiang Lingxi promptly returned to school, not rushing into more acting or various invitations, but focusing on academics, successfully earning her graduate diploma and master's degree in history within expected time.

Also, papers published during her graduate studies granted her a place in the historical academic circle.

Upon graduation, she received an invitation from national television to participate in a major historical documentary project due to her dual identity in entertainment and academia.

Even Tong Yue didn't anticipate pursuing historical graduate studies to bring such a huge surprise.

A project actors competed fiercely for landed directly on her artist's lap!

While documentaries sometimes aren't as appealing as movies or dramas, being a collaboration with national TV and traditional cultural promotion departments, its significance is substantial!

Compared to this project, accumulated TV and film scripts seem less enticing.

Once the project was underway, Tong Yue, as Jiang Lingxi's manager, also received a project plan.

And noticed under the "consultant" section, next to Jiang Lingxi's name, Shen Yunqing's name was prominently printed.

No wonder when initially receiving the invitation, she accepted directly without notifying, only informing post-contract signing; it's now all clear!