Chapter 165: 165. Chapter 165: Why Are You Here Too?

165. Chapter 165: Why Are You Here Too?

Shen Huai's fingers tapped lightly on the tabletop.

Liu Shishi's proposal was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples.

A Virtual Idol?

This was a fresh idea, and judging by Liu Shishi's clear and logical presentation, this thing really had potential.

"I have to say, this is a good idea,"

Su Meng, who hadn't said much until now, suddenly spoke up, a sharp light reflecting in her eyes.

"We can combine virtual idols with the game. Besides using the gimmick of licensing real-life celebrities, we can also create several virtual idols as game characters to attract ACG users."

As she spoke, Su Meng began typing rapidly on her keyboard: "I can recruit some virtual idol operations staff right away. Give me three days, and I can get the relevant team assembled."

Seeing that the others also agreed with her idea, Liu Shishi looked even more excited.

She nodded repeatedly and continued to discuss with excitement: "Director Su is right. Our game is currently still in development. During these two months of pre-launch promotion, we can use virtual idols to build hype."

"Compared to real people, virtual idols don't have as many risks; they are safe and controllable."

After finishing, Liu Shishi looked at everyone with anticipation.

Luo Xiaoya, who was to the side, raised an eyebrow. Seemingly infected by Liu Shishi's enthusiasm, she joined the discussion: "As far as I know, in countries like Sakura Country and Kimchi Country, there is already a relatively complete operating model for virtual idols."

"I can contact my colleagues at the Xingyao overseas branch to compile a relevant document and study the policies regarding virtual technology and derivative development, so we don't let those competitors take advantage of us."

"Also, virtual idols will create a conflict of interest with some of the real-life idols currently at Xingyao, so everyone needs to keep their mouths shut and not get baited by people from Xingyao."

After Luo Xiaoya finished speaking, she realized everyone was quietly looking at her with strange expressions.

She immediately looked a bit embarrassed, feigned composure, and gave a light cough, "Cough... why are you looking at me? We are already independent from Xingyao anyway..."

"S-since we are operating independently, this is something that naturally needs to be considered. Is there something wrong with that?"

"... No, nothing wrong with that."

Liu Shishi came back to her senses and gave Luo Xiaoya a thumbs up, "I just thought you looked so dashing and spirited just now."

"..."

Luo Xiaoya hadn't expected Liu Shishi to praise her so bluntly; her cool, aloof facade almost crumbled.

The atmosphere in the conference room became heated.

Everyone chimed in, expressing their own views.

Various creative ideas complemented one another.

Soon, a preliminary plan for the initial operations began to take shape.

A roaring flame ignited in everyone's hearts, fueling their passion.

Shen Huai looked around at this group of energetic young people, and a warm current surged in his heart.

This was the first time he had felt the power of a team.

A power of working in unison and striving together.

Just then, a knock on the door suddenly rang out, interrupting the heated discussion in the conference room.

"Please come in," Shen Huai said.

The door was pushed open, and Lin Yeman walked in, swaying with a graceful figure.

She was wearing a well-tailored black professional suit, her long, dark, lustrous hair draped over her shoulders, and her exquisite makeup highlighted her fair skin and sharp facial features.

"Sister Lin?"

"Director Lin?!"

A gasp suddenly erupted in the conference room, and everyone looked at the newcomer in surprise.

The person who had arrived was none other than the legendary agent of Xingyao Entertainment—Lin Yeman.

"Hello everyone, sorry to disturb you." Lin Yeman smiled slightly, cast a teasing glance at Shen Huai, and said in a voice that was both gentle and powerful, "I came to notify General Manager Shen that I have officially submitted my transfer application."

"From now on, I am one of you. I look forward to working with you all."

As soon as these words were spoken, the conference room exploded.

"What? Director Lin is coming to our subsidiary?!"

"My god! Did I hear that right?"

"Am I dreaming? This is Lin Yeman!"

Everyone looked at Shen Huai with shock and disbelief, as if they were looking at some incredible creature.

As a top ace at Xingyao, Lin Yeman was actually willing to give up her main battlefield and humble herself to come here to Shen Huai's place and start from scratch? Shen Huai was also completely bewildered.

He never expected that Lin Yeman would choose to join his subsidiary.

This game project was first discussed with Lin Yeman, and it was through his conversations with her that Shen Huai solidified his determination to make this game.

According to what was previously agreed, Lin Yeman was one of his partners; she didn't need to come over in person, let alone transfer over to work in the office every day.

The news of Yang Lan's engagement to the Shen Family had already caused quite a stir.

In the video from the ball, many people had already guessed that the beautiful girl in the mask next to Shen Huai was Lin Yeman.

Now, by wading into these muddy waters at such a sensitive time, she would only invite a lot of controversy.

Wouldn't doing this be a bit like "the thief protesting his innocence"?

"Are... are you serious?" Shen Huai asked, feeling a bit uncertain.

Lin Yeman walked up to Shen Huai, her beautiful eyes looking straight at him, a meaningful smile on the corners of her lips: "What? Is General Manager Shen not welcoming me?"

"No, of course not..." Shen Huai quickly waved his hands, "I just think that since you are a legendary agent at Xingyao, isn't it a bit of a waste of talent to come to my small temple?"

"General Manager Shen is too kind."

A flicker of emotion flashed in Lin Yeman's eyes, "When a person does the same thing repeatedly, they eventually grow tired of it."

"To me, the appeal of this game is more interesting than grooming artists."

Lin Yeman smiled, then looked around the conference room, "Everyone, please treat me well in the future."

"Director Lin, you are too polite; it is we who should be learning from you!" Su Meng was the first to react, saying excitedly.

The others also chimed in one after another, expressing their admiration and welcome for Lin Yeman.

Lin Yeman nodded with a smile, then walked to Shen Huai's side and asked softly, "May I sit down?"

"Of course you can." Shen Huai hurriedly stood up and gave his chair to Lin Yeman.

After Lin Yeman sat down, her gaze fell upon Shen Huai, "I heard at the door that you all are planning to do a Virtual Idol project?"

"Yes." Shen Huai nodded, "Do you have any suggestions, Sister Lin?"

"I wouldn't call it a suggestion," Lin Yeman smiled faintly, "but I can certainly provide some help."

"What kind of help?" Shen Huai asked curiously.

Lin Yeman did not answer directly, but instead asked in return, "General Manager Shen, what do you think the current Virtual Idol market is still lacking?"

"Lacking what?" Shen Huai pondered for a moment, "I feel that although the technology for current Virtual Idols is already very mature, they always feel like they are missing a soul; they aren't real enough, not... attractive enough."

"Exactly!" Lin Yeman snapped her fingers, "Virtual Idols, at the end of the day, still need a good story—a story that can make fans believe and be willing to pay for it!"

"Sister Lin, you mean..."

"My meaning is very simple,"

A confident smile curled at the corners of Lin Yeman's mouth, "I have brought up so many artists; I may not be good at other things, but when it comes to storytelling, no one can beat me."

She raised her head and scanned the room, her eyes flashing with a sharp light, "I can be the one to craft this story and create a Virtual Idol that is truly flesh and blood, one that can make all the fans go crazy for it!" (End of chapter)