FYN Chapter 54 He had the desire but not the courage
Chapter 54 He had the desire but not the courage
Su Yiyi asked her younger sister curiously, "Xiaoxiao, aren't you jealous? He wrote such ambiguous poems for Yuji."
"Why are you jealous?" Su Xiaoxiao said indifferently. "I also think that poem is very well written. To be honest, it's perfectly normal for a man to write a poem for a girl like Yu Ji. If I were a man, I would like her too—free, unrestrained, and living passionately."
She paused, then added, "But if Wang Bo dares to write me that kind of poem, I might keep him on the contract for another ten years."
Su Yiyi was amused by her: "You, all you think about is work and contracts."
"Otherwise what?" Su Xiaoxiao said matter-of-factly, "Life needs to be enjoyed, but work itself is my enjoyment. Seeing the data for 'Encounter' tonight, seeing those music reviews, seeing the trending topics, makes me very happy and gives me a great sense of accomplishment. This kind of happiness is no less than being in love... I think."
Lacking confidence.
Su Yiyi shook her head, her tone gentle but firm: "Xiaoxiao, I'm not saying work is bad. You need to learn from Yuji. You should enjoy life outside of work and have some hobbies."
"Yes, I do," Su Xiaoxiao said matter-of-factly. "My hobby is making money and watching the numbers in my bank account rise, not constantly losing money."
Su Yiyi was speechless: "That doesn't count."
"Why not?" Su Xiaoxiao counted on her fingers. "Earning money allows me to buy the things I like, gives me a sense of security, and makes me more confident at the negotiating table. Isn't that wonderful?"
The two sisters looked at each other and then laughed.
This is their only difference: one is gentle and sentimental, pursuing a rich inner world; the other is rational and pragmatic, seeking value in career achievements.
But what's amazing is that they understand and support each other.
After laughing, Su Xiaoxiao suddenly remembered something: "By the way, sister, speaking of work, there's something I'd like to hear your opinion on."
"Um?"
"Starlight Media contacted me tonight." Su Xiaoxiao adjusted her posture, aiming the massage nozzle at her sore shoulders and neck. "They are collaborating with Lin'an TV on a music competition program called 'Battle of the New Voices,' and are preparing to send two or three unknown singers. They want to give Xiaoyi Media a spot, but there's a condition."
Su Yiyi asked curiously, "What's the premise?"
"Wang Bo will help write a song," Su Xiaoxiao said. "They'll pay market rate, they won't work for free. The show is filmed locally in Lin'an, once a week, so we don't have to travel far. Do you think we should take the job?"
Su Yiyi began to think seriously. As a music teacher, she was very familiar with this type of program: "Lin'an TV's production level is considered above average in China, and local recording is indeed convenient for Wang Bo, as it won't disrupt his creative rhythm too much, but—"
Su Xiaoxiao sensed the hesitation in her sister's words.
"This kind of competitive program is very stressful," Su Yiyi said. "Singing a song every week, whether it's an adaptation or a creation, is a huge challenge. Moreover, the judging criteria are sometimes very subjective. If the results are not ideal, it may affect Wang Bo's mentality."
Su Xiaoxiao nodded: "I've also considered this, but it's a great opportunity for exposure. If the final ranking is high, it's officially certified, and the qualifications are very authoritative."
"What does Wang Bo himself think?" Su Yiyi asked.
"I haven't told him yet," Su Xiaoxiao confessed. "I want to hear your opinion first. You're a music teacher, so you understand the pressure of creation better."
Su Yiyi pondered for a moment: "I think we can take it on, but there are a few conditions. First, Wang Bo has the right to choose—he can write the song or not, depending on his inspiration. Second, if he does write it, the copyright must be in our hands; they only have the right to use it. Third, the recording time cannot interfere with Wang Bo's normal creative work and rest."
Su Xiaoxiao's eyes lit up: "Sister, these are great conditions you've set, very professional! I'll negotiate based on these conditions."
"You still need to ask Wang Bo first," Su Yiyi reminded her. "He's the key element; we won't do anything that kills the goose that lays the golden eggs."
"I know, I know," Su Xiaoxiao laughed. "I'll talk to him tomorrow, but I think he'll agree. He looks gentle, but he has a strong competitive spirit and likes challenges."
As they were talking, the phone on the shelf next to the bathtub suddenly vibrated, and the three big characters "Zhou Yuji" popped up on the screen, along with a video call invitation.
"Hey." Su Xiaoxiao reached for the phone, glanced at herself soaking in the water, and shoved the phone right in Su Yiyi's face. "Sis, answer it!"
Su Yiyi was caught off guard; the video call had already been connected.
On the other side of the screen, Zhou Yuji was also in the bathroom, with warm yellow lighting and white tiles in the background.
Her face, tanned a healthy wheat color by the Western Regions sun, filled the screen, her hair wet and draped over her shoulders, clearly she had just taken a shower.
"Xiaoxiao!" Zhou Yuji's loud voice rang out, "Why did it take you so long to answer? Were you doing something naughty behind my back?"
Su Yiyi was both amused and exasperated: "Yu Ji, it's me."
"That brat!" Zhou Yuji laughed and scolded, then her eyes lit up. "Yiyi, you're taking a bath too? Let me see—came the camera down a bit!"
Su Yiyi blushed, and before she could react, the phone had already moved down.
Su Yiyi quickly pushed the phone away.
"Zhou Yuji, that's enough!" Su Xiaoxiao said disdainfully to the camera, "You have the desire but not the guts!"
"Oh, here comes the sister-protecting maniac!" Zhou Yuji laughed heartily on the other side of the screen. "You won't let me see your sister? Then let me see you! Move the camera down just a little bit, just a little bit—"
"Dream on!" Su Xiaoxiao held her phone up high, only showing her face and the area above her collarbone. "Zhou Yuji, I'm warning you, if you keep doing this I'm hanging up."
"No, no, no," Zhou Yuji quickly waved her hands, then her eyes darted around, "How about this, to show my sincerity, I'll go first!"
As she spoke, she actually moved the phone camera down.
On the screen appeared her slender neck, delicate collarbone, then a deep cleavage, followed by a faint curve, with the water's surface stopping at a suggestive position.
She was soaking in the bathtub, with bubbles and flower petals floating on the surface, barely covering her private parts.
"Zhou Yuji!" Su Xiaoxiao shrieked, "Have you no shame?!"
"What's the point of having a face? You're all I need." Zhou Yuji said confidently, even deliberately shaking her phone to make the camera angle more dangerous. "Your turn, your turn! A fair exchange!"
Su Xiaoxiao was furious, but suddenly an idea struck her, and a sly smile appeared on her face: "Fine, a fair exchange, huh?"
After she finished speaking, she suddenly flipped her phone camera and pointed it at her sister next to her, who was completely caught off guard!
Su Yiyi instinctively hugged her arms tightly, but it was too late.
Although the water was partially obscured by flower petals, her disheveled long hair, exposed shoulders, and fair skin were still captured on camera.