CHAPTER 839: CHAPTER 841: THE BURNOUT PHASE

Qiu Zhenze nodded at this moment and said in agreement, "Siqin is right, you should consider the male lead role."

Ren Xiao was very insecure, "Although I’ve gained some popularity lately, my fame is still not enough compared to you all. How could it be so easy for me to land a lead role?"

Qiu Zhenze casually uttered a word: "Wait."

Qin Siqin interpreted for him, "Brother Qiu means to watch and wait for changes.

My thought is, since ’Xiao Xiang’ wrapped up not long ago and your popularity is soaring, a lead role will soon come knocking. Don’t rush."

That’s what was said, but Ren Xiao was still somewhat skeptical. At the end of the day, it was his lack of self-confidence.

He chuckled bitterly and said, "Let’s hope so."

Qin Siqin glanced over at Yu Yanyu, "Yanyu, why aren’t you speaking?"

Yu Yanyu let out a long sigh and said melancholically, "I’m not talking because I’m pondering a profound issue, which concerns my future."

Qiu Zhenze showed some interest: "What’s the issue?"

Yu Yanyu thought for a while and slowly replied, "I’m considering whether to leave the entertainment circle."

Everyone was shocked upon hearing this, with Qin Siqin being the first unable to accept it, immediately saying, "You’re doing well in the entertainment circle, with fame and capability.

Although you haven’t reached the top tier, at least you’re doing quite well on the second tier, so why suddenly have the thought of retiring?"

Not sure what she thought of, Qin Siqin added, "Could it be that your family is also pressuring you to go on blind dates?"

Yu Yanyu looked at her and remarked with surprise, "Your use of ’also’ is quite clever. Sister Qin seems to have some experience?"

Qin Siqin rolled her eyes at him, "Don’t interrupt, properly answer my question, why think about retiring suddenly?"

Yu Yanyu touched his chin, somewhat bewildered, "Actually, this idea didn’t just pop up suddenly. I’m young, and my family isn’t pressuring me to settle down or marry quickly.

I’m someone without much ambition. When my brother entered the entertainment circle, I thought it was fun and followed suit, but once I got in, I discovered many things weren’t as simple as I imagined.

Perhaps a chance I casually discarded would be hard-won and costly for someone else. I can’t stand this, but there’s nothing I can do about it."

"Entering this industry, I also must abide by its rules, family background are resources I can’t just discard. Initially, I thought I’d muddle through life this way, until I participated in ’Rescue 5 Hours.’

Yu Yanyu paused, as if organizing words to express his thoughts.

"I learned a lot from the counselor Wei Hongzhi, began pondering what I like to do, want to do, what I’m good at, and what I can do. Gradually, I realized I didn’t love this circle as much as I imagined."

Qiu Zhenze clapped his hands, "I get it, you’ve hit a burnout phase!"

Ren Xiao looked confused, "Burnout phase?"

Qiu Zhenze nodded, "After working for a certain period, everyone feels fatigued, lost, and unwilling to do anything, almost as if they can’t find direction. Xiao Yu seems to be in this state."

Yu Yanyu pondered for a while and nodded, it really was as Qiu Zhenze described.

Lately, he’s been feeling lazy, not wanting to take on gigs, just staying home and sleeping. His agent even suspected he might be depressed, as it resembles early symptoms of depression in entertainers.

Because of this, he specifically went to the hospital for a detailed check-up. The psychologist assured him he had no such tendencies, saying he was likely just tired from work and needed a break.

Qiu Zhenze said, "Actually, I experienced this last year, as my career hit a bottleneck. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t overcome it.

’Xiao Xiangyu’s Many Sorrows’ was supposed to be my last project before retiring, but unexpectedly, it became a hit."

The others were shocked, and Qin Siqin said, "Brother Qiu, that’s not right, your resources in the circle are quite vast, how could you have such thoughts?"

Qiu Zhenze shook his head and sighed, "That’s all superficial; internally, my resources have always been unstable. I’ve been in the entertainment circle for a long time, from a child star, it’s been 10 years.

But in these 10 years, I’ve at most maintained a stable position as a second-tier actor, with no hope of breaking into the top tier.

The time is too long, almost dispelling my drive to strive, and I find it meaningless, so the thought of retiring arose.

Actually, to keep going in the entertainment circle, one should be steadfast and diligent, like Jinxia!

Sadly, not every artist can have such opportunities. Luckily, I’ve persevered and finally seen some success."

He looked at Yu Yanyu, "Given your current situation, you can take a good break, use this time to consider whether to stay in the entertainment circle or to plan one last show as a farewell.

You’re still young, there’s no rush, you have plenty of time to think."

Listening to Qiu Zhenze’s conversation, Ren Xiao felt touched and couldn’t help but feel a sense of confusion, pondering how far he could go in the entertainment circle?

Among them, Qin Siqin seemed to be the least confused. Unlike these people, who entered the circle with different initial intentions, Qin Siqin entered the circle to make money.

And in this industry, it’s considered quite a lucrative profession among all careers. As long as she can keep making money, she will definitely continue.

This gathering started beautifully, went through twists, and ended with confusion.

As the group parted ways, Qin Siqin couldn’t resist asking, "Yanyu, are you going to take ’Five Hours Early’ Season Two?"

Yu Yanyu hesitated, "I should probably take it. Whether I leave or not, this show holds significant meaning for me.

If I don’t retire, it can further consolidate my popularity, but if I do retire, it will be my final show."

Qin Siqin suddenly wanted to slap herself, wondering why she asked such a dumb question.

Ah, out of selfishness, she really didn’t want Yu Yanyu to retire!

Once he leaves the circle, who will she have to banter with and bicker aimlessly?

Without Xiao Yu, she wouldn’t have anyone to verbally spar with!

Qin Siqin gritted her teeth, feeling like Yu Yanyu became even more determined to retire, even planning his final retreat!

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The frenzy of ’Xiao Xiang’ stirred online for a few days, then gradually lost its heat. In this era of fast-changing information, no matter how significant the event, the discussion usually lasts only a week.