eurekapd Chapter 166 The Good-for-Nothing × The Innocent Little Tyrant 5
Chapter 166 The Good-for-Nothing × The Innocent Little Tyrant 5
"Sign a contract? I've only sung one song, and you've already taken notice of me?"
Ji Xiaosong was somewhat incredulous. The original owner of this body had a very low profile at school, and was even known as a good-for-nothing.
No matter who bullies her, she will not stand up and say a word in rebuttal.
So why did Jiang Yao choose her?
One song doesn't represent a person's ability; after all, many people can only create one good song in their entire lives.
“I found your lyric book when I was in college. I originally wanted to talk to you about it, but seeing how pathetic you are every day, I felt that even if I talked to you, you might not be able to protect your things. In addition, Ji Yao and you don't get along, and she might make you a target in the future.”
Jiang Yao looked at Ji Xiaosong and revealed his true thoughts.
"Then why are you willing to sign a contract with me now? I feel... I feel like I'm no different from before."
Ji Xiaosong remained as timid and submissive as ever, seemingly no different from before.
“In the past, Ji Xiaosong would not have dared to participate in the competition alone, let alone without a bodyguard by her side.”
Uh……
This is true.
"So, you think I've already dared to stand up and fight, so you're willing to give me a chance?"
"Yes, so are you willing to accept it? As long as you dare to step out, I'm willing to help you."
"why?"
Ji Xiaosong actually wanted to ask why he should help her.
"Your talent is enough to get you out of that family, so I'm willing to help you. Is that reason enough?"
"enough."
“You’re an adult now, so you’re perfectly capable of making your own decisions. I heard that something happened to the Ji family today, and Chairman Ji couldn’t even leave the house to go to work.”
As Jiang Yao finished speaking, his gaze toward Ji Xiaosong was full of scrutiny.
"I've heard quite a bit about the Ji family's affairs. For example, you, as the eldest young lady, are often watched by others. After what happened yesterday, you were still able to come out the next day, which shows that the family's affairs haven't affected you. You do have some ability."
Hearing this, Ji Xiaosong was already sweating profusely.
Who would have thought that Jiang Yao, who usually seems like a spoiled brat, would have this side to him?
In the original owner's memories, Jiang Yao was always unrestrained, flamboyant, and domineering, which is completely different from his current calm and wise demeanor.
Although his grades were good, there were many rich kids with good grades, so he wasn't particularly outstanding.
Is it possible...
Was he possessed?
crossed?
Not the person in question?
The more Ji Xiaosong thought about it, the more probing she became when looking at Jiang Yao.
What are you thinking about now?
"It's nothing, I just feel like you're different today than usual."
"Ah!"
Jiang Yao chuckled.
"You never interact with me normally, how would you know what I'm really like?"
"That's true. Okay, considering we were classmates in high school and college, as long as the contract you offer isn't too bad, we'll sign it."
The two reached an agreement, and the driver soon took them to Jiang Yao's company.
This is the city center of City B, and also its most prosperous area.
Jiang Yao's company is one of the landmarks in the city center.
"This... this entire building belongs to your family?"
"Yes. The entertainment company you're going to sign with is on the 99th floor."
Jiang Yao took Ji Xiaosong and they took the express elevator to the 99th floor.
As soon as she walked in, Ji Xiaosong saw a familiar name: Fanxing Entertainment.
"Starry Sky Entertainment... This is actually your family's entertainment company?"
Ji Xiaosong's mouth was agape in an "O" shape.
Fanxing Entertainment is one of the top companies in the country, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it an industry leader.
"Of course, this is just one of the industries our family is involved in; it's nothing special."
It's already 6 p.m., but many people at Fanxing Entertainment are still working.
"Hello, Mr. Jiang."
The receptionist greeted Jiang Yao familiarly.
Jiang Yao nodded and pulled Ji Xiaosong over.
"This is Ji Xiaosong, an artist I will be signing soon."
"Hello, Miss Ji."
The receptionist's expression remained the same as before, without any increase in fawning or respect; she simply maintained a businesslike attitude.
Indeed, Fanxing Entertainment has signed countless big names, and almost everyone who is now a household name is a member of Fanxing Entertainment.
The receptionist is experienced and knowledgeable; it's uncertain whether Ji Xiaosong, who was just brought in, will achieve great success in the future.
Jiang Yao led Ji Xiaosong into his office.
His office is very large; the outer office area alone is over 100 square meters.
"The contracts are all ready-made. The contract I'm signing with you is a standard A-level contract, second only to S-level. In the future, the higher the value of your songs or yourself, the better the terms I'll offer you."
Ji Xiaosong glanced at it, and...
Didn't understand.
She's traveled through so many worlds and has never worked as a lawyer.
"can't read?"
Jiang Yao watched as Ji Xiaosong read through the list one by one, his brows furrowed so deeply they could trap a fly.
"Hmm, I don't understand."
"It's okay if you don't understand. Our Starry Entertainment is a big company, not the kind that makes you sign a contract to sell yourself. Your contract with us is for five years, that's the rule."
Ji Xiaosong ignored him and instead read through all the agreements. They were indeed not indentured servitude contracts, nor were they particularly domineering.
The profits were clearly divided. Jiang Yao pushed the gold pen in front of her: "The basic profit-sharing ratio for the Starry Sky A-level contract is 30/70. The company is responsible for all-channel promotion and resource allocation. But for you..."
He tapped the special terms section with his finger, "Original works retain the right to be credited permanently, and the music royalties are split 50/50."
Ji Xiaosong's fingertips traced the gold-embossed contract paper.
As a newcomer, the industry standard is a 20/80 split with copyright belonging to the company. This contract, however, allows her to keep 60% of the digital music revenue, while the physical album revenue is split 40/60.
The tiered revenue sharing clause for tours is even more astonishing—if a tour has more than 20 shows in a year, the revenue share will automatically increase by 5%.
"A guaranteed monthly creative allowance of 80,000?"
She looked up in surprise, "This has already surpassed many second-tier creators."
"Your lyric book contains twenty-seven complete demos."
Jiang Yao twirled the jade cufflinks, which were old mine glass-type jade from Myanmar. "We will make a full version of your entry for today's competition, 'Graduation Season,' and upload it to various platforms later. I think it shouldn't be difficult to get it to the top of the charts."
He suddenly leaned forward, the scent of ambergris enveloping him. "If we don't sign you now, are we going to wait until those vultures smell blood?"
Ji Xiaosong smiled.
"Sign it, I'll sign it right away!"
Without saying a word, Ji Xiaosong signed his name at the end.
After signing the contract, Jiang Yao personally escorted Ji Xiaosong to the Ji family's doorstep. At this moment, Ji Fu and the others were finally able to utter a complete sentence.