Chapter 65: Eternal Rise

At dawn, in front of the Yongsheng Film Company building.

Xiang Sheng patted Xiang Fei on the shoulder and laughed: "Fei, from today on, you can run this place with full confidence."

Xiang Fei looked up at the brand-new company sign, his heart filled with countless emotions. Yesterday he was still a "traitor" from Shaw Brothers; today he stood on his own battlefield.

"Uncle Sheng, thank you and Uncle Qiang."

"Family doesn't speak in two tongues," Xiang Sheng laughed heartily. "Come, I'll introduce you to the staff."

The employees of Yongsheng Film Company had already lined up to wait.

"Everyone, this is Xiang Shifei, our project manager," Xiang Sheng introduced. "From today, Yongsheng will enter the film market with a brand-new posture."

The employees clapped enthusiastically, their eyes filled with curiosity and anticipation. After all, this young man was not only the new boss but also the sensational figure who had just shaken up the entertainment circle.

Xiang Fei bowed slightly: "Thank you all for your trust. Xiang Fei won't let you down."

As Xiang Fei was conversing with department heads, a commotion suddenly erupted at the front desk.

"Fei!"

The familiar voice made Xiang Fei whirl around. There stood Zhou Huimin in a light blue dress, her eyes slightly red.

"Ah Min!"

Before Xiang Fei could react, Zhou Huimin had flung herself into his arms, clinging tightly: "You scared me to death... When the news broke yesterday, I thought you might have..."

Xiang Fei gently patted her back and murmured softly: "It's all over now. Everything's settled."

Only then did Zhou Huimin notice Xiang Sheng and Xiang Qiang standing nearby, and she loosened her grip, slightly embarrassed.

Xiang Fei smiled and introduced: "This is my Uncle Qiang, and this is my Uncle Sheng."

"Uncle Qiang, Uncle Sheng," Zhou Huimin greeted politely.

Xiang Qiang burst out laughing: "Good! Good! Fei has great taste!" He pulled out a bank card from his pocket. "Here, a little welcome gift."

Xiang Sheng also smiled and handed over a card: "A small token."

Zhou Huimin quickly waved her hands: "I can't accept this..."

"Nonsense, take it!" Xiang Qiang sternly said. "If you refuse, you're looking down on the Xiang family!"

Xiang Sheng chimed in: "Exactly. We're family now—no need to be formal."

With no way out, Zhou Huimin blushed and accepted: "Thank you, Uncle Qiang. Thank you, Uncle Sheng."

The two men laughed contentedly.

As the group was laughing and chatting, the company doors opened again.

"Fei! I'm here with Rongzi!"

Wang Jing's unmistakably loud voice echoed through the hall. Behind him came Liu Fuerong, both dressed casually and in high spirits.

"Fatty! Rongzi!" Xiang Fei stepped forward and clapped them both on the shoulders. "You really came!"

Liu Fuerong smiled: "Of course—we promised we'd follow you."

Xiang Qiang and Xiang Sheng also stepped forward: "Director Wang, Mr. Liu, we've long heard of your names."

Wang Jing immediately dropped his playful demeanor upon seeing the two Xiang elders: "Mr. Xiang! This must be Second Master Xiang!"

Xiang Sheng shook his hand with a smile: "Now we're family—no need for formalities."

Soon after, Zhou Xingxing arrived in a hurry.

"Fei... Fei-ge..." He was still shy, but his eyes were resolute. "I... I've come..."

Xiang Fei gripped his hand warmly: "Xingzi, thank you for trusting me."

Xiang Sheng patted Zhou Xingxing's shoulder: "Mr. Zhou, a pleasure. Come, let's discuss details in the office."

As everyone prepared to head upstairs, Sun Li called.

"Fei, I'm on my way to the company."

Hearing this, Xiang Qiang volunteered: "I'll go pick her up."

Five minutes later, Sun Li stormed into the hall, followed by the entire production team.

Xiang Qiang greeted her warmly: "Young Lady Sun, thank you for taking care of Fei these past days."

Sun Li laughed cheerfully: "Mr. Xiang, you're too kind—it was Fei who led us forward."

In the spacious conference room, Yongsheng's core team gathered as one.

Cai Wen pressed the remote; the screen displayed the first project—《Infernal Affairs》.

"This is the screenplay Fei wrote for Shaw Brothers. Now, it will become Yongsheng's opening film."

Wang Jing whistled: "Awesome!"

Xiang Sheng added: "Funding, locations, equipment—Yongsheng will fully support it."

Xiang Qiang declared: "If you need people, we give people. If you need money, we give money!"

Laughter filled the room; everyone was swept up in the passion.

After the meeting, Xiang Fei stood alone before the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing down at the glittering night skyline of Xiangjiang.

Zhou Huimin quietly walked to his side: "What are you thinking about?"

Xiang Fei held her hand: "I'm thinking... this all feels like a dream."

"It's not a dream," Zhou Huimin leaned against his shoulder. "It's what you deserve."