Chapter 444: You've Been Deceived

"You already knew this from the very beginning, didn't you?" Jiang Cheng stared wide-eyed.

He had always thought Su Manyao knew, but from Su Manyao's words just now, Jiang Cheng dared to conclude that Su Manyao at the beginning actually knew nothing, until now...

Only then did he suddenly figure it out!

Su Manyao's eyes widened: "You mean... what I just said are all true?" Su Manyao burst out laughing angrily, "When exactly did the two of you collude?"

"No wonder my brother is so determined to enter the Entertainment Circle; it turns out you've been meddling from behind!" Su Manyao suddenly realized, looking at the person before her, how could she not have thought of this at first?

What a pal, he's been thoroughly swindled!

Jiang Cheng was indeed a little embarrassed, at least his face showed it, he felt ashamed.

"I originally thought you knew, but I truly didn't expect you to not know this!" Jiang Cheng also laughed helplessly, then explained: "But Jiang Cheng finally found something he likes after great effort; I think we can let him pursue what he wants."

"Let him work hard and make a name for himself in the Entertainment Circle— isn't that great?"

Moreover, he genuinely likes it!

Since he genuinely likes it, why must they still stop him?

Su Manyao fell silent for a second.

Indeed.

He suddenly recalled that Su Peng, not long ago, when he said he wanted to join the Entertainment Circle, his eyes were shining brightly.

In front of her, his older sister, he had always excitedly talked about the Entertainment Circle, saying he must work hard and make everyone look at him with new respect.

This time he will surely give his all and won't let anyone look down on him!

Recalling Su Peng back then, his whole body seemed surrounded by a special brilliant light, making him entirely different!

"You're right; since he wants to stay in the Entertainment Circle, let him stay there for a while." Su Manyao ultimately chose not to stop him.

After all, her brother likes it so much; if she stopped him now, that would truly be despicable and shameless!

So, Su Manyao compromised.

Jiang Cheng pulled Su Manyao into his arms in one go: "I knew you were the kindest!"

But I think this is actually pretty good, after all he's now pursuing what he wants, and we... just need to silently support him, that's enough!

Moreover, I'm actually quite happy for him; after all, in college he seemed interested in nothing, but now it's clearly different. Although the Entertainment Circle indeed has many things beyond control, we are essentially his strongest backing.

Besides, I think your brother looks pretty good; why not let him formally join my company?" As soon as Jiang Cheng suggested this, Su Manyao firmly refused.

That's my younger brother; if he signs a contract, it would naturally be under my name.

He may be your younger brother, but he will also be my children's uncle in the future. Besides, we're both men, and men understand men best; I think if your brother chooses to sign with me, it would undoubtedly be the best choice!

Jiang Cheng began to vie for it.

Su Manyao, however, looked unconvinced: "I disagree!"

That person you're talking about is my younger brother; how can he join your side?

Not only do I disagree, I think my parents would certainly not agree either." Su Manyao glared at Jiang Cheng angrily, hands on her hips, staring at him.

Jiang Cheng said with an innocent face: "My company is currently developing artists, specifically acting artists. We're really short-handed now; considering how badly we need people here, let your brother reluctantly sign a one-year contract with me?"

No!

Su Manyao's attitude remained: "I'll tell you, if it were any other artist, I'd give you what you want, but regarding my brother there's no room for negotiation."

Su Manyao looked unconvinced.

At that time, Jiang Cheng let out a deep sigh: "I thought you'd agree, but who knew you'd refuse him so decisively?" Jiang Cheng looked a bit hurt; his mood seemed complicated, and he couldn't help but let out another deep sigh.

At that time he still looked distressed.

Throughout the whole process, Jiang Cheng's displayed feelings were truly aggrieved.

At that moment Su Manyao fell silent for a moment.

She felt she might have been a bit too domineering.

But that person is her own brother; how could she just hand him over?

Su Manyao wavered a bit, but her attitude didn't change.

Jiang Cheng was the most compromising.

However, they seemed to have forgotten to ask the person concerned.

When the person concerned heard about this, he revealed a mysterious smile.

Su Manyao immediately sensed something was off: "You jerk... could you have secretly signed a deal with another company behind our backs?" Su Manyao felt uneasy.

Just as her words fell, Su Peng sheepishly explained: "Although I feel a bit guilty toward you two, I still need to tell you clearly that I have indeed formally signed with an entertainment company."

The other party said they'll let me debut officially within a month!

Su Peng thought about it and felt excited.

His acting skills are quite good, and the company he signed with also likes him a lot.

So—

He believes that going forward he will surely make his name shine and expand!

Just thinking of his future self, soon to become a top star commanding the Entertainment Circle, his face lit up with a smile.

Su Manyao suddenly turned serious.

Which company did you sign with?

This foolish brother, could he have been swindled?

Just thinking of Su Manyao here, she really feels more and more nervous, feeling...

This foolish brother of his is too stupid!

It's just this one.

Su Peng told Jiang Cheng and Su Manyao.

Jiang Cheng and Su Manyao both fell silent, forcing a smile as they looked at Su Peng.

Especially Su Manyao, she reached out and punched his head: "Are you an idiot?! You actually dared to rush and sign a contract with that company?!" Su Manyao, hating iron for not becoming steel, looked at this honest, simple-minded brother in front of her, and this time she wished she could just beat him to death.

Su Peng looked puzzled, somewhat bewildered, asking: "What did I do wrong?" He was a bit dazed, obviously he hadn't figured out the situation!

He was puzzled and not understanding, a bit slow-witted.

Jiang Cheng sighed.

"When you signed contracts with these companies, didn't you come ask us?" (End of chapter)