CHAPTER 722: CHAPTER 500: LIZHOU CRUISE (PART 2)

Zhou Lan came to know Zheng Yuanqi because of Yu Zhiyang. At that time, she wanted to sign Yu Zhiyang from Xu Guiying, and when she visited Xu Guiying’s home, she encountered Zheng Yuanqi. He was greasy and started to get handsy upon seeing her. Initially, Zhou Lan just thought he was a lecherous middle-aged man and had almost insulted him to his face. However, his demeanor remained unphased by her anger. Upon inquiring, she found out that Zheng Yuanqi dared to take advantage of her so blatantly because he had powerful backing that could smooth everything over.

Later, Zhou Lan encountered Zheng Yuanqi several more times, and he seemed consistently interested in her, directly suggesting that he could support her financially if she agreed, offering her tens of millions each year so she wouldn’t have to work so hard. Zhou Lan had seen many female celebrities being offered such deals, but it was still rare for her to encounter such situations herself.

Zhou Lan felt insulted and directly said, "Mr. Zheng, please show some respect. You can say such things to your admirers, but don’t say them to me."

Zheng Yuanqi wasn’t angry or annoyed; he kept his greasy demeanor, shamelessly smiling as if he had anticipated Zhou Lan’s response.

"You see, a woman like you is exactly whom I’d want to say these things to."

Zhou Lan felt even more disgusted.

However, Zhou Lan could not teach Zheng Yuanqi a lesson. She tried to once, but before she could act, someone called her, advising her to be careful, as getting involved could cause her more trouble. The call was from someone Zhou Lan usually sought help from, and the caller seemed to have even higher connections. That’s when Zhou Lan realized the extent of the power backing Zheng Yuanqi.

His brazenness was due to having someone in his corner, someone to uphold him without fear.

Zhou Lan was displeased, but all she could do was retreat and avoid him. Whenever she saw him, she would stay far away; if she couldn’t avoid him, she would just endure.

Zhou Lan hadn’t expected Zheng Yuanqi to show up beside Wang Jing.

In private, Zhou Lan asked Wang Jing, "Do you know him?"

"Him? You mean Mr. Zheng?" Wang Jing shook her head and said, "I met him here, he’s been sticking to me."

Zhou Lan felt her mood sink.

"He’s been sticking to you?"

"Yes."

"He didn’t do anything to you, did he?" Zhou Lan asked nervously.

Wang Jing shook her head and said, "No, he’s just annoying. No matter what I say, he refuses to leave, keeps sticking around, and even mentioned knowing you."

Zhou Lan hesitated for a moment, then said, "I’m actually not familiar with him. Be careful around him, he has a significant background. If he really keeps bothering you, don’t be fooled by anything he says."

Wang Jing looked at Zhou Lan puzzled and asked, "Sister Lan, does this person have issues? Who is he?"

"Let me put it this way, he grew up in the United States and his family is very wealthy, not the usual wealthy, and he also has connections with many people domestically. He’s hassled me before. I tried to make him back off, but immediately someone called and warned me to watch my methods. I can’t afford to offend the person who called," Zhou Lan explained.

Wang Jing’s mouth fell open in surprise.

Since joining Zhou Lan, she had never been made to accompany at drinking parties or faced such helpless situations. In fact, some less successful female artists at Chengqian Entertainment couldn’t avoid attending such gatherings, dealing with people they didn’t want to deal with.

In Wang Jing’s eyes, Zhou Lan was a very capable and powerful person. Could even Zhou Lan suffer a loss in front of this man?

Wang Jing felt uneasy.

What should she do if she encounters Zheng Yuanqi again and he bothers her just like before?

Wang Jing didn’t know what to do.

Zhou Yun walked over.

"I’ve been looking for you two for a long time. So you are here," Zhou Yun said.

Zhou Lan looked at Zhou Yun and smiled, asking, "Where’s Song Chi? Don’t you need to be by his side tonight?"

Zhou Yun shook his head and said, "He’s chatting with someone else."

"Xiao Jing, come with me," Zhou Yun said to Wang Jing.

Wang Jing nodded somewhat surprised.

Zhou Yun led Wang Jing to a man wearing glasses.

"Xiao Jing, this is Director Zhong Heping," Zhou Yun introduced.

Wang Jing looked at him excitedly and said, "Director Zhong, hello."