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In the end, the school authorities punished Lu Chuwan by giving her a serious demerit and recording it in her profile.
When Lu Chuwan learned about the school authorities’ decision, she was devastated. She was at the hospital right now. Initially, she’d intended to get a medical certificate from the doctor to file a charge against Fu Zhi for breaking her wrist. However, little had she expected that the doctor would tell her that there was nothing wrong with her wrist and send her back. Just as she wondered if the feeling of dislocation in her wrist was an illusion or not, she received a video call from her agent in the RM Corporation Group.
When she answered the call, the female agent’s voice wafted into her ear. "I’ve sent you some of the unreleased "Addiction" songs. Take some time to look through them and see if you can find any inspiration."
Two years ago, a genius composer had appeared out of nowhere in China. Their gender was unknown, as they had never shown up in front of the public. Everyone just knew that "Addiction" was their WeChat alias. They had submitted a few of their songs to RM Corporation Group, and two of the submissions had been chosen by the country to be used as the opening song of various sporting events and award ceremonies.
Their songs were unique and had a style of their own. Even though they did not show their face in front of the public, they had garnered more than a million fans. As such, their achievement was second to none.
Compressing her lips, Lu Chuwan rejected the offer. "I can compose my own songs."
"You? Compose your own songs? I’m not trying to burst your bubble, but do you really think people would actually accept your plain, bland, cheesy piano songs? Please wake up and face the facts, little girl. There’s no way you will become famous like this. This is not the ticket to stardom, but a ticket to your doom."
The female agent said, "Don’t worry, "Addiction" had a conflict with the company’s executives, and they decided to shut them out until further notice. Therefore, here is the plan the company has drawn up for you. You’re going to replace "them" and take over "their" fans. This is the fastest way right now if you want to become famous."
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The female agent demanded financial support from Lu Chuwan.
She was required to get permission from Madam Lu first. However, after being set up by Fu Zhi multiple times, Madam Lu did not have much money left. She said, "It’s already been a week since you last gave me pills. Please be honest with me. Do you still have any pills left? If you don’t, then I have to save money to get the pills from Fu Zhi. I don’t have any money to give you anymore."
Lu Chuwan could not get through to the researcher anymore, and she had only three bottles of pills left. These three bottles of pills were her only chip to bargain and keep Madam Lu on her side.
She took a bottle out for Madam Lu and then said hesitantly, "Don’t worry, grandma. I still have plenty left. Uncle Dong’s team is working on the pills as well, but the company..."
"I’ll give you the money later. All you have to do is try your best and not disgrace the Lu Family."
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Several days later...
Fu Zhi was taking her team to the national competition in the afternoon.
Suddenly, Madam Lu called Xu Wei and said that she wanted to see her granddaughter.