Chapter 343: Chapter 343_1 Chapter 343: Chapter 343_1 “Don’t pay them too much attention. In fact, I should thank her for helping me out. Those harboring wicked intentions towards me should now be cautious of their actions,” Qiao Xiaren chuckled lightly, “This is a warning to them.”
The entertainment industry is rife with these unspoken and dirty rules. Although Qiao Xiaren is confident about safeguarding herself, these challenges distract her from focusing on her career. Moreover, fighting these battles alone can be exhausting.
Si Limo stepping in did not surprise her. Breaking the leg of that individual with sinister intentions was enough to intimidate the so-called bigshots.
Qiao Xiaren reflected, she seemed to be slowly taking over what once belonged to Qiao Anchu. In her past life, Anchu’s success in the industry, her clean reputation, and endless resources likely derived from Limo’s backing.
Who wouldn’t want to maintain their innocent aspirations in this industry? However, not everyone is blessed with the fortune of having a solid, yet invisible pillar to lean on.
After this incident, these rotund bigwigs will now think twice before attempting anything inappropriate with her.
“That what’s-his-name, Mr. Lei, was beaten and crippled by Si?” Weini sighed, “What a brutal move. I heard that Mr. Lei is still groaning in the hospital. He dared not name his attacker and insisted his family keep it hush-hush. Known for his lecherous ways, playing with actresses and peripheral women, he had the audacity to lay his dirty hands on you. Simply got what he deserved!”
Qiao Xiaren’s gaze flickered, a faint smile spreading across her lips: “What do you think?”
“Hmph,” Weini scoffed, pleased inside for Qiao Xiaren. Independent and resilient, coupled with such robust backing, her future career may even outshine Su Yeliu and Lin Wenbin.
“Nominations for the grand TV awards will be announced in a few days. Xiaren, if you manage to win a ‘Best Actress’ award, it will be a solid foundation for your acting career. You already have a positive impression among netizens and drama fans; this will surely influence award results in your favor.”
“My chances are relatively slim. I’m young, and the judges may not necessarily award me.”
“So what if you’re young?” As Weini settled down, her face beamed with anticipation, “Look at our Su Yeliu. She bagged her first award at age eighteen. Best Actress is all about the drama and acting skills. This drama’s gold contents are high; I believe you can win it.”
Qiao Xiaren refrained from arguing further. Despite harboring some hopes internally, she tried not to keep her expectations high and maintain a calm mindset.
As the awards for various dramas were being announced, fierce discussions began online. The Huashi Awards had already announced the rankings list for the year’s Top Ten TV Dramas.
“Hope”, a war drama about the resistance, took first place. The cast was entirely made up of seasoned veterans, including A-list artists Li Zhiyao and Wu Xinghui.
The drama stood out amongst countless cliched productions, depicting the hardship of the Anti-Japanese War with a poignant depiction of a mother and son’s separation amidst the chaos of the battlefield interwoven with reflections on human nature. Sadly, Li Zhiyao was not the female lead in the drama and couldn’t compete for ‘Best Actress’. Otherwise, the award would undoubtedly be hers to claim this year.
Starring the timeless beauty Li Zhiyao, it attracted considerable audience attention. This drama also bagged five nominations at once. After watching the show, Qiao Xiaren felt that these two artists were worth learning from, they were truly deserving of the title ‘actor’.