My Wife Is a Superstar novel Chapter 974

Chapter 974 Surprising Punchline

Ning Ran was also a bit surprised, but it made sense when she thought about it.

Hu Jinghui had only been so arrogant as he had his father backing him up. With his father's authority being suppressed, Hu Jinghui's arrogance had significantly diminished. He no longer had the audacity to behave in an arrogant manner.

However, this face-to-face apology was indeed beyond expectation, and it was quite a bold move.

The camera focused on Ning Ran again.

Since he bowed like he was bidding his last farewell, everyone reckoned that Ning Ran ought to give Hu Jinghui some sort of response.

The host reminded Ning Ran, “Ms. Ding, do you have anything to say to the contestant?”

Ning Ran took the microphone and responded, “Oh, if you hadn't reminded me just now, I would have completely forgotten about that incident. When you suddenly bowed to me, I was taken aback. I thought maybe it was some sort of farewell ceremony, like I was about to be executed! I had to pinch myself to make sure I was still alive and well. Anyway, enough about that. Let's move on. You can start singing now!”

Then, she made a gesture for him to start singing.

Laughter filled the entire venue.

Even the other mentors and the production team couldn't stop laughing. They marveled at Ning Ran's beauty and wit as she became the one who livened up the atmosphere of the show.

This time, the contestant sang a popular song that was trending online.

Fortunately, Ning Ran had taken the time to listen to the current trending songs' playlists on her phone before coming. Otherwise, it would have been quite embarrassing if she had been unfamiliar with the song.

The singing was actually pretty good, much better than the previous performance.

Maybe Hu Jinghui suddenly realized it was difficult to advance by relying on connections, so he had to brush up on his basic skills.

The evaluations the other three mentors gave were average, and it was Ning Ran's turn to give her comments.

Ning Ran said into the microphone, “You sang very well, better than last time. Now, let me ask you, do you have a girlfriend?”

Hu Jinghui was taken aback. “Yes, Ms. Ding.”

Ning Ran nodded. “Ah, I knew it. Only with the nourishment of love can one sing love songs so beautifully.”

Another mentor joked, “But you said last time that only those without love could sing love songs well. Have you changed your opinion?”

“If my opinions were consistent every time, where would be the fun in that? I like to keep you on your toes and give you a chance to find fault with me. It's all part of the entertainment, and it keeps the audience laughing. So, let's make the most of this opportunity and see what surprises await us today!”

Ning Ran's surprising punchline caught everyone off guard, inciting another bout of raucous laughter in the crowd.

After the program ended, Ning Ran felt a bit tired.

Although the show wasn't physically demanding, managing her expressions in front of the camera was still quite exhausting.

Cheng Xiangyun walked over to her. “You must be tired. Should we rest here for the night or return to Flower City immediately?”

“Do we have anything scheduled for tomorrow?” Ning Ran asked.

“We scheduled a brand endorsement shoot, but Sir Chen said he doesn't want you to be too exhausted. He thinks you should have at least a day of rest after a day of work, so it has been rescheduled for the day after tomorrow,” Cheng Xiangyun explained.

Upon hearing this, Ning Ran couldn't help but smile.

Once artists from other companies gained popularity, they would eagerly accept endorsement deals, often working tirelessly for long hours. It seemed as though they wished they could work for twenty hours a day, taking advantage of every opportunity that came their way.

That became the norm in the industry, as it allowed artists to maximize their earnings during their peak popularity and generate significant revenue for both themselves and their respective companies.

However, Nan Chen refused to conform to the norm. He made her work for a day and then insisted on giving her a day of rest.

Is he taking me for an artist or a retiree? If all the bosses in the entertainment industry shared his mindset, nobody would want to be a part of the business, for they would certainly suffer financial losses.

Ning Ran waved her hands. “Don't listen to him. I still need to work when it's necessary. Star Entertainment has more than just me as an artist. If I get special treatment, what would other artists think?”

Cheng Xiangyun vehemently shook her head in disagreement. “Absolutely not! Sir Chen is the big boss, and I can't go against him. You telling me not to listen to him means I should listen to you instead. Are you trying to get me in trouble? And as for how other artists perceive it, why should you concern yourself with that? They are artists, but you are the boss' wife! Can you treat them equally? Don't be absurd!” Cheng Xiangyun ranted as she guided Ning Ran toward the parking area.