"Pan Die, Lin Tian is indeed handsome, and very popular. But is it worth offending Mr. Wang for him?" Tong asked softly.

Jiang Pan Die’s expression instantly turned cold. Tong immediately realized that she had said something wrong. Every time Jiang Pan Die wore that expression, it meant she was unhappy.

"Tong, I hope you can see the truth! That Wang Sicong is not a good person! You’ve been in the entertainment industry for so many years, can’t you tell? So what if he offers a lot of money? Do you really not understand what he truly wants? What’s the point of having so much money if a girl loses her chastity?"

Jiang Pan Die was angry, her calm demeanor more like the calm before the storm.

Tong knew she was on the verge of exploding, and saying more might provoke her anger. But for her future, Tong decided to continue.

"Pan Die, why do you think Mr. Wang isn’t a good person? I think he’s quite okay. Besides, if you follow him, you could live like a wealthy lady even if you do nothing. Why not enjoy it? To be honest, I’m quite jealous of you," Tong said, trying to soften her tone and persuade her.

Jiang Pan Die took a deep breath, keeping her anger in check. She said coldly, "If you’re jealous of me, then you should go to him yourself. Since you think so highly of him, he should treat you well, right?"

"Pan Die, my treatment would be good there, provided you also go," Tong said.

"Tong!" Jiang Pan Die glared at her and said, "Don’t you get it? I’m never going there. Don’t bring this up again."

Tong fell silent, knowing that saying more would only backfire, possibly breaking their relationship. Despite Jiang Pan Die’s seemingly fragile appearance, she’s actually a strong-willed girl with a firm mind. Even though she’s her manager, most of the things were arranged by Jiang herself.

Tong didn’t want to give up on this high-profile, low-maintenance, easy-to-please charge.

...

Lin Tian and the others returned to their seats, watching the show and chatting and laughing.

Their performance was over, and they were relaxed, making it easier to enjoy watching the program.

"Lin Tian, do you think Jiang Pan Die would take a fancy to me?" Zhou Mi asked.

With a lollipop in his mouth, Lin Tian mumbled, "Probably not, Jiang Pan Die probably likes men. Although you’re dressed quite handsomely, I don’t think she’s into women."

"Lin Tian! Are you looking to die?" Zhou Mi punched Lin Tian on the shoulder, making him laugh heartily, finally realizing that this guy was teasing him again.

"What I’m asking is, do I have the chance to work with her? She came here representing Heyue Company this time, if I get selected, maybe I could become a big star too," Zhou Mi said, eyes sparkling.

Lin Tian, sucking on his lollipop, smiled, "You saw the excitement of our program, right? It’s very likely we’ll take first place tonight, so being noticed isn’t unusual, is it?"

"Really..."

"Have some confidence in yourself, okay? By the way, why do you want to be a star?" Lin Tian asked.

"Because I think it’s fun."

Lin Tian: ...

At this moment, the sketch on stage had ended, and hosts Shi Caiyun and Dai Xueling came on stage again.

"Every performance tonight has brought us unexpected surprises, let’s give them another round of applause for their successful performances," Shi Caiyun said with a smile, holding the microphone.

Clap clap clap...

Thunderous applause echoed from the audience again.

Dai Xueling stood on stage and continued, "I just stood at the edge of the stage for a while and found that after the last program ended, no one left the venue. You were right to do so. Because... there’s an encore performance, and it’s truly the grand finale."

This immediately drew cheers from the audience, but they didn’t know what the encore was. But as a finale, it must be very exciting.

Shi Caiyun smiled and said, "As you all know, Jiang Pan Die is also here in the hall tonight, and just now, she personally requested to add a song. Do you want to hear it?"

"Wow! Jiang Pan Die!"

"I want to hear it, I want to hear it!"

The atmosphere was unusually lively, and many present had entered this school because of Jiang Pan Die. Hearing she was going to perform, how could they not be excited?

Tong looked perplexed at Jiang Pan Die, and whispered, "When did you agree to add a song?"

Jiang Pan Die smiled, looking at the almost frenzied fans behind her, and said, "Just now, I called Teacher Zhao Xuefeng."

Tong’s face changed, "What fee did they agree to give you?"

Jiang Pan Die turned back, glancing at Tong blandly, "Tong, are you obsessed with money? This is my alma mater, the audience includes my former teachers, leaders, and junior students. It’s just one song, how could I ask for money?"

Tong’s face almost turned liver-colored with frustration. She thought Jiang Pan Die was becoming increasingly foolish. Even asking for a 100,000 yuan appearance fee wouldn’t be too much, yet she didn’t mention a word? Isn’t that foolishness?

At this point, Dai Xueling on the stage said, "Besides Jiang Pan Die performing a song, there’s more good news. We’ll select a fan from the audience to sing a duet with her!"

"Wow!"

"Pan Die, pick me! Pick me..."

The fans below went wild again, singing a duet on stage was something many envied.

Tong’s face looked even worse, "Pan Die! What are you doing? If the person on stage messes up the singing, do you know how embarrassing that would be? Tomorrow’s news will be all over the place!"

Jiang Pan Die smirked indifferently, "They won’t. In the worst case, the person can just dance."

"What? Dance?" Tong’s eyes widened as she recalled Jiang Pan Die mentioning inviting Lin Tian to participate in a music video before, her expressions constantly changing.

"Pan Die! Are you crazy? I won’t allow you to do this!" Tong exclaimed urgently.

But Jiang Pan Die remained indifferent, "Tong, you know I’m someone with my own ideas. I’ve already said it; if I don’t invite him on stage and pick someone else, what if they can’t sing well?"

Tong opened her mouth but couldn’t say anything.

"Now, let’s welcome Jiang Pan Die to the stage with the most enthusiastic applause!" the two hosts on stage shouted in unison.

Clatter clatter clatter...

Applause surged from the audience like tidal waves, many shouting Jiang Pan Die’s name.