Manipulative Harem God



Curiosity danced in Xiong Mei's eyes as she peeked slightly, torn between her intrigue and the understanding that she shouldn't pry too much.

With Bai Wenling and Xie Meirong's gazes subtly prodding her, Xiong Mei felt the pressure to be the one to finally pose the question.

'Why me!?' Xiong Mei couldn't help but think, feeling somewhat helpless. Taking a breath, she decided to approach the topic delicately. "Zhang Wei, who is he?" she inquired, her tone casual as she tried not to appear overly nosy.

Zhang Wei, still focused on signing the documents, glanced towards Huang Ren and raised an eyebrow. "And who might you be? Do you not have the manners to introduce yourself?" he retorted, a touch of annoyance in his voice.

Huang Ren's face twitched, but he responded, "Yes, boss!"

"I am Huang Ren, CEO of Tianyi Entertainment company," he stated stiffly, wondering why the new boss was being so temperamental.

"CEO?"

"Boss?"

"Tianyi Entertainment?"

"Zhang Wei, why is he calling you boss?" Song Shoushan's voice cut through the moment, her curiosity more unrestrained compared to the other girls.

With an air of casual nonchalance, Zhang Wei dropped the revelation, "I bought Tianyi Entertainment."

"What!?"

Mo Chen's face soured slightly, his thoughts racing as he checked the value of Tianyi Entertainment on his phone.

When he saw that it was the same company that had secured the contract for the highly acclaimed actress Xu Qing, his expression grew even darker.

It wasn't just him – the room was filled with a mix of surprise, forced smiles, and incredulous looks. Zhang Wei had announced his acquisition of the company as if he were talking about buying vegetables at the market.

As Huang Ren finally left the room, the tension seemed to ease a little. However, Song Shoushan's curiosity couldn't be contained. "Are you really rich enough to buy companies?" she asked, her eyes wide with a mixture of disbelief and fascination.

While she knew Zhang Wei had money, she had never truly comprehended the extent of his wealth.

Bai Wenling jumped in, echoing the thoughts of everyone present, "Is it the same Tianyi Entertainment that manages the tier-1 actress Xu Qing?"

Her question voiced the unspoken wonder that had filled the room.

Zhang Wei simply nodded, "Yes, it's most likely the same one."

!!

*Gasp!*

Everyone sucked a cold breath. 

Brother is too domineering, can't compare! 

Normally, one would exercise caution in deals like this, not summoning the CEO to sign documents in just a matter of minutes.

Zhang Wei's attitude led them to believe that he had an almost nonchalant attitude toward Tianyi Entertainment, treating it as if it were an insignificant trinket.

At that moment, Bai Wenling detected a change in Xiong Mei's gaze.

Her once expressive eyes now blankly staring towards Zhang Wei.

"Xiong Mei, Xie Meirong, aren't both of you students at the art academy?" Bai Wenling playfully remarked. "Why not hug Zhang Wei's thighs? You'd easily secure roles in the industry!"

Xie Meirong, however, immediately shook her head. "Not interested."

For her, money was not a concern, and her pursuits at the art academy were not centered around music or acting.

"Xiong Mei, what about you?" Bai Wenling asked, grinning.

Xiong Mei's response was swift as she glared angrily at Bai Wenling, "Sister Wenling, if you speak any more nonsense, I am fighting with you!"

A soft blush tinted her cheeks despite her anger — a clear sign of her embarrassment and refusal to entertain the idea.

The allure of the entertainment industry was undeniable, but Xiong Mei was aware of the challenges that lay within.

Though she held an innocent heart, she hadn't truly contemplated the complexities that came with navigating the industry's wicked practices.

Her aspirations were simple – to earn enough money to secure a comfortable life.

Acting seemed to be the means to that end, utilizing her appearance to her advantage.

Though, Bai Wenling's question made her feel slight unease in her heart, as if the opportunity was right next to her, and she would miss it. 

Xiong Mei can't help but stole glaces at Zhang Wei.

Zhang Wei's abrupt question drew her attention, and the weight of his gaze made her intimidated. "... Do you intend to pursue acting after graduation?" he inquired, his hand thoughtfully placed against his chin as he observed her.

Caught in his intense gaze, Xiong Mei was taken aback, she clenched her teeth, struggling to maintain her composure. "I have some ideas, but I haven't made a final decision," she admitted, her voice determined.

Zhang Wei's nodded nonchalant, his nod was unexpected, leaving Xiong Mei surprised by his exercise of restraint.

Letting out a sigh, she mulled over what she might say if he were to offer assistance.

After all, there was no such thing as a free lunch, and her friends were there, listening.

A nagging feeling suggested that Zhang Wei might hold a subtle interest in her.

She couldn't help but wonder if a careless word from her lips might grant him a free reign over her.

Jealousy churned within Mo Chen as Zhang Wei continued to outshine him, garnering attention even from Bai Wenling, who should have been focusing on him.

To counter this, he impulsively called the waiter to bring drinks, attempting to regain some semblance of attention.

Bai Wenling's expression furrowed slightly, but Mo Chen brushed off her concern, stating that they were all adults and he was paying for their drinks. 

Xie Meirong didn't refuse, Song Shoushan wanted to try as well, leaving only Xiong Mei to decline.

As Mo Chen ordered, Bai Wenling's eyes widened in surprise at the extravagant choices he made. "Mo Chen, each of those bottles costs 60,000 HLD. Are you absolutely sure about this?" She questioned, her disbelief evident.

Though Mo Chen was financially well-off, the reckless spending caught her off guard.

However, he cast a glance at Zhang Wei before nodding with an air of arrogance, as if determined to make a statement.

Bai Wenling keenly noticed the expression on Mo Chen's face and instantly grasped the fact that this was turning into a competition between the two men.

Mo Chen's ego had clearly been bruised, and he seemed determined to prove himself in front of Zhang Wei.

She felt a sense of helplessness as she watched the dynamics unfold.

While Mo Chen was driven by the need to overshadow Zhang Wei, in her eyes, there was no valid comparison between the two.

One was a seasoned man, while the other was merely a high school student approaching graduation in a few months. It hardly seemed fair or logical to pit them against each other.

The favorable impression she had formed of Mo Chen was gradually waning, replaced by the image of an impulsive and immature young boy.

Bai Wenling mustered a forced smile, addressing the group as they placed their food orders.

Since she was the one who had organized the meeting, she bore the cost of the meal.

Despite the circumstances, everyone ordered reasonably, opting for dishes they could comfortably finish without any extravagance.