CHAPTER 479: 192 IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO MEND THE PEN AFTER THE SHEEP ARE LOST_2

When she came out, the three pairs of eyes immediately fell on her face.

Shen You’an glanced at the time, "It’s late. We should head back to the hotel."

Cui Jie led the group out through a small path. Watching as they left the Ancient City, he only turned back when their figures disappeared from sight.

"Brother Jie, something big just happened," Zhao Bingbing leaned in mysteriously.

Cui Jie raised an eyebrow, "What is it?"

"Check Weibo immediately. Sun Qianqian just posted a shady tweet, insinuating that the director is giving extra scenes to a newcomer. A lot of clueless netizens are being led by her and are now slamming the director and the crew."

Just over ten minutes ago, Sun Qianqian posted a tweet.

Sun Qianqian V: These days, newcomers are truly impressive. I bow to your greatness. [Eye-roll]

She attached a selfie of herself rolling her eyes dramatically.

Sun Qianqian, who previously came from the influencer world, had millions of followers. After hooking up with Zhang Qi, the big boss started generously spending money on her, buying her plenty of marketing, and she frequently trended on social media. Gossip-loving netizens were no strangers to her, and she even had her own clique of diehard fans.

——Isn’t Qianqian filming Director Huang’s new drama? What’s going on? Is she being bullied? So heartbreaking.

——I have a friend on Director Huang’s team. Insider info says Director Huang gave a lot of additional scenes to some newcomer, squeezing Qianqian’s lead role scenes. This is outrageous! Our Qianqian is the true lead actress. The crew better explain this! @TVSeriesWanderingHero

——Do they really think the eight million Morning Glory fans are just for show? The crew must issue an apology and kick out the newcomer.

The uproar grew more and more intense, with almost all the comments siding against the production crew and the obscure newcomer.

——Ha! The real drama is quite something. Does no one know about how Sun Qianqian bullies people on set? Her acting is garbage, and her personality is even worse. Morning Glory fans, do yourselves a favor and stop clinging to a pile of crap like it’s treasure. Honestly, I feel sorry for you all.

A user named "Frozen Fantasy" left this sharp and scathing comment under Sun Qianqian’s tweet. They were quickly swarmed by attacks, but this person was undeterred. They clapped back at each one with brutal and cutting responses, leaving no room for others to counter.

Zhao Bingbing was so furious she nearly threw her phone. "Damn it, they actually froze my account!"

There was no one else with the authority to do that except Sun Qianqian herself.

Cui Jie sneered, "She’s digging her own grave."

Zhao Bingbing cursed, "Tch, she’s only gotten this far by sleeping her way up. Zero acting skills, zero ethics—she should’ve been replaced ages ago. Honestly, that newcomer today was much better. With her looks, she’d absolutely surpass Sun Qianqian and become a big star."

Cui Jie warned her, "Don’t say things like that recklessly."

Zhao Bingbing stuck out her tongue. "I was just saying it offhand."

Cui Jie frowned, "Replacing an actor halfway through filming is a huge taboo. All the previous footage would be wasted. What investor would agree to such a money-wasting move?"

Who knows what Director Huang is thinking right now.

At that moment, Huang Chu was meeting in a hotel room with Chen Shan and Shi Wen.

The atmosphere was tense.

Huang Chu had seen the indirect and provocative tweet Sun Qianqian posted. His face was dark with displeasure, and the idea of replacing her was growing stronger in his mind.

"I want to replace Sun Qianqian."

Chen Shan’s head shot up. "Old Huang, are you crazy? The investors would never agree. Are you seriously expecting me to shamelessly grovel for more investments? I’m already drinking myself into ulcers—can’t we just endure this for a bit longer?"

Huang Chu stiffened, "I’ll go secure investments myself."

Chen Shan laughed in exasperation, "Oh, please. Don’t I know you well enough? With your upright personality, do you even know how many people you’ve offended in this industry? Who would give you face? Consider yourself lucky if you’re not kicked out on the spot."

Struck where it hurt, Huang Chu’s face turned beet-red.

"And let me ask you this. We’re halfway through filming—replacing the lead actress would mean reshooting everything. Who’s going to cover that loss? Even if you manage to find investors, do you think capitalists are idiots? Who would invest in a losing proposition?"

"Also, who’s going to replace Sun Qianqian? That newcomer you were impressed with today?"

Shi Wen, who had remained silent until now, finally spoke up. "No, she’s better suited for the role of the Commandery Princess."

Chen Shan looked at her, "Oh, so you two have already discussed this, huh?"

Shi Wen was a frail, scholarly middle-aged woman with a gentle and refined demeanor. She spoke softly and deliberately.

"I will not allow Sun Qianqian to defile the character I poured my heart into creating. She’s unworthy."

Her soft tone carried an unshakable resolve.

Chen Shan froze for a moment, then looked seriously at Shi Wen, and then at Huang Chu.

With a long sigh, she finally said with resignation, "If you two have already made up your minds, does my opinion even matter anymore?"

"President Chen, I know you’re under a lot of pressure, but please trust us. It’s not too late to fix things now. If we let this mistake drag on, we will truly reach a point of no return."