The inspiration for this three-way choice probably came from the hundred-day banquet of Zhu Yuanyuan's child.
There weren't many celebrities there at the time, Li Mingqi was one of them; she had worked with Zhu Yuanyuan on Yang Yazhou's directed "Nine Phoenixes in the Family."
Choosing between Zhu Yuanyuan, Xin Baiqing, and Li Mingqi is not a dilemma at all.
It's obviously Li Mingqi.
Try to avoid the TV series "Princess."
Otherwise, you might get poked by Li with a needle, and it'll hurt like hell.
Qi Hao slurped the instant noodle soup down, Zhang Nan came over quickly to clean up the mess.
Though the service of the second generation makes one anxious, it feels pretty good, somewhat thrilling.
"Zhang Nan..."
"Brother Hao, just call me Nan."
The second generation not only provides good service but also has a nice attitude.
If Old Tian hadn't noted in the resume that he had called the relevant person to confirm, you would suspect he was fake.
He's an idealistic, ambitious second generation who can be flexible.
"Alright, Nan, here's your first task now..."
The so-called layered outsourcing means the system gives the task to Qi Hao, and he then delegates it to the underlings.
In a way, he's much more relaxed with tasks now than when he first got the system in 1997.
Back then, getting a single line as a bit player was not easy.
Even shooting commercials was about luck, a good appearance didn't guarantee offers.
As for shooting a calendar…
The difficulty is unknown, but generally, female stars have it easier than male stars.
Some are quite risqué and might even end up on bathhouse walls.
No clue what the boss is thinking.
Anyway, it's awfully embarrassing.
"Brother Hao, speak!"
Am I being promoted so quickly, able to fulfill the agent's duties already?
Zhang Nan found it hard to believe his luck.
"Help me get in touch, I plan to shoot a set of calendars." Qi Hao carefully observed Zhang Nan.
Looking for any signs of disdain.
Wanting to be his agent means being able to endure his eccentric demands.
With a broken system in place, there will be more in the future.
"A calendar, why do you want to shoot a calendar?"
In fact, probably all intelligent beings have similar confusion, Zhang Nan is no exception.
He's not a puppet to follow orders blindly.
"Hmm..."
As Qi Hao pondered on a story, Zhang Nan figured it out: "Oh, I get it."
Qi Hao quickly shut his mouth.
What do you understand? I haven't even figured it out myself.
"You're gifting calendar photos to fans, right? Gosh, that's brilliant! Celebrating the studio's opening and rewarding fans—it really attracts them."
Zhang Nan clapped his hands, absolutely amazed by Qi Hao.
He realized there's so much he needs to learn.
Planning an artist's career is supposed to be his agent's responsibility, yet he lacks the experience, needing reminders from the artist.
"Yes, that's the idea…" Qi Hao nodded vigorously.
What a considerate agent.
"Later, select some lucky fans and send the calendars to them, they'd be beyond thrilled; also, offer authorized free downloads of electronic calendars, providing high-quality images as computer wallpapers..."
Zhang Nan pulled out a sheet of paper and swiftly jotted down the project's notes.
From start to finish, including contacting designers, stylists, photographers… apply for publishing from the publisher…
"Is this considered a publication?" Qi Hao was surprised.
"Yes, it needs a publishing number; don't worry Brother Hao, I know some people in this field, getting a number won't be hard, we can cut the queue and expedite with the publisher to ensure the calendar is out by New Year's Eve..."
Zhang Nan didn't think applying for a publishing number was troublesome at all.
And promised to sort it out before New Year's Eve, even though it's already mid-December.
"Alright, you handle it, give it your best!"
Next year, I'll get you a wife.
Qi Hao was exceptionally satisfied with Zhang Nan, unlike Old Tian, who never solves his problems but keeps coveting Ao Bai.
Can't even come up with a decent excuse.
Useless!
"Um… Should I consult Brother Tian about this?"
Zhang Nan was so engrossed in planning he forgot he's still an intern and all business needs Old Tian's guidance.
"No need, it's a minor issue, don't bother him."
Qi Hao said nonchalantly, Old Tian would likely be pleased to see someone handling such minor troubles.
"What are you hiding from me!" Old Tian walked in, hearing this sentence.
His anger was rapidly rising.
Well!
They just stripped me of my agent position a few days ago, and now they're conspiring behind my back with the new agent.
And even say not to tell me!
Outrageous!
"Brother Tian, Brother Hao came up with an idea, taking advantage of our studio's opening, to shoot a set of calendar photos to give back to fans; he also plans to make an electronic calendar for free online authorization..."
No need for Qi Hao to explain, Zhang Nan spilled the beans instantly, describing everything in detail.
Then, as an "intern agent," he was planning to fulfill the boss's work plan.
He even reflected on how he didn't come up with such a low-cost and high-efficiency publicity plan earlier.
In the future, he must diligently learn from Brother Tian and Hao.
Old Tian was left bewildered.
But honestly, he didn't believe a word of it.
Well, except the word "calendar," that definitely came from Qi Hao's mouth.
Then...
This Zhang Nan is such an overthinker.
He didn't expose it, just nodded pretentiously: "You're doing well, I'll recruit an assistant to help you later."
As for why Qi Hao wants to shoot a calendar, well, he's gotten used to it lately.
"When does Zhanqi Laiden start work?" Qi Hao asked.
The studio was almost ready.
The new agent, Zhang Nan, was in place, and with an assistant and a driver, he'd be able to form a small team around Qi Hao.
The agent is mainly responsible for managing Qi Hao's daily affairs, coordinating collaborations with other companies and institutions, and arranging Qi Hao's publicity activities and performances, etc.
Public relations are handled by Zhanqi Laiden—An Yu.
Mainly focused on maintaining and managing Qi Hao's image and crisis public relations.
Because of An Yu's personal traits, Old Tian also hired someone named Shi Feng for a complementary role.
Unlike An Yu, Shi Feng is more focused on planning publicity strategies and promoting activities, as well as communicating and collaborating with the media, fans, and other organizations to enhance Qi Hao's exposure and fame.
Relying on An Yu to communicate with others? That's not PR; that's attracting hatred.
Probably because he was hit too often as a child, his knack for causing trouble grew day by day; An Yu is the best in the industry at crisis management, and Old Tian values this ability of his.
He also recruited someone named Yao Weihong for senior legal affairs and someone called Fan Qingxi for finance.
Old Tian is temporarily overseeing other aspects...
Qi Hao, Old Tian, An Yu, Shi Feng, Zhang Nan, Yao Weihong, Fan Qingxi, just these seven people for now, but once assistants, drivers, and stylists are recruited, the studio's size will definitely exceed ten people.
Don't be fooled by the small number of people. It's actually above the normal level of most celebrity studios.
Most celebrity studios only have three or five people.
Other functions are outsourced.
The main reason is Qi Hao's status; being one of the four top young actors and an award-winning actor, he must have the proper setup.
"Haha, one of the four top young actors and someday I'll drop that title."
Qi Hao doesn't think much of the other four top young actors; he's got a system now.
Just ask if Huang Da'an has one?
Nie Yuan... Nie Yuan is nearly gone cold.
Tong Dawei, well, he's just whatever.
Heroes of the world... hmph!
"Alright! Hao is fierce!" Zhang Nan's face flushed with excitement.
He followed the right person.
To be the top agent in Inner Entertainment, finding the right person is the most important; as Qi Hao's status rises, he'll also embrace his own glory.
There's no need to be born into a noble family; I am the noble family myself!
"ε=(´ο｀*))) Sigh!" Old Tian felt exhausted and somewhat redundant.
If not for Ao Bai, he would've left a long time ago.
"Why are all the recruits male?" Qi Hao was puzzled, tallying up and finding not a single female.
Even positions like finance, which usually favor women, are all filled by men.
"Do you dare ask why there are no female employees? Do you want to be rumored with your staff?" Old Tian deliberately teased.
"Oh please, having none is fine, why so aggressive," Qi Hao immediately backed down.
Zhang Nan turned his admiration back towards Old Tian.
Brother Tian is mighty and domineering, simply the role model for agents.
Returning home at night, Qi Hao kicked Ao Bai out of the room, lay down, and prepared to start today's training.
Unexpectedly, as soon as he entered, he received a system notification.
The training mode upgraded.
Upgrade so easily?
First time Zhou Xun, second time Liu Dehua, third time Li Lianjie, only used three times!
However, Qi Hao wouldn't refuse an upgrade.
After confirming, he quickly learned what was upgraded.
In simple terms, it's from single plug to double plug.
Previously, he could only practice with training NPCs; now he can transform into NPCs and practice with people beyond NPCs.
This upgrade is very effective.
For example, practicing with Li Lianjie did improve his fighting scenes, but Qi Hao played roles other than Li Lianjie.
What he really wanted to learn was being Li Lianjie.
Now with the double plug upgrade, in the training space, he becomes Li Lianjie.
Because of the sudden system upgrade, today's training suddenly became interesting.
Originally, if choosing Li Mingqi, then "Princess" wouldn't be necessary to choose.
Regardless of whether you choose Ziwei or Xiaoyanzi, you would get stabbed by Nanny Rong.
Now able to play Li Mingqi.
Then...
What are you waiting for!
Ziwei, Xiaoyanzi, hurry up and arch your backs!