The Breakup Didn’t Stop Me From Owning the World - Chapter 9

Although Lan Muyu had only signed with Starlight Entertainment that morning, the news had already spread among the company’s upper management. Faced with the sudden online incident, Starlight’s PR department quickly took action.

Before Lan Muyu’s personal studio could be established, all these matters would be handled by Starlight. Or to put it another way, until Starlight diligently helped Lan Muyu set up her personal studio, all expenses would be borne by Starlight as stipulated in the contract.

But since Li Ruonan didn’t consider it a loss, what could Starlight, backed by the Li Group, possibly say?

Naturally, they wouldn’t dare voice any objections.

As dusk approached, Starlight Entertainment’s official Weibo posted: Welcome Lan Muyu to Starlight Entertainment! But aren’t you going to delete that Weibo post? Got something against me? (dog head)

As soon as this post went live, the hashtag #LanMuyuJoinsStarlightEntertainment skyrocketed to the top of the trending list, pushing #LanMuyuGetOutOfEntertainmentIndustry off the charts.

Netizens clicked on it skeptically, assuming Lan Muyu was once again trying to hype herself up. It wasn’t their fault for thinking this way—after all, just a day ago, the top trending topic had been #LanMuyuJoinsTianhaoEntertainment.

Unexpectedly, the post was indeed from Starlight Entertainment’s official account. Fans of Starlight’s artists, who had been ready to add fuel to the fire demanding Lan Muyu’s expulsion from the industry, swallowed their prepared rants upon seeing the official statement.

Starlight’s prominence in China’s entertainment industry wasn’t just due to its talented roster of artists, but also its strong sense of unity. With the artists themselves being tight-knit, their fans naturally saw no reason to engage in unnecessary drama.

There had once been a scandal-ridden artist whose misdeeds were exposed online. Starlight swiftly cut ties with them, terminating the contract that very night. This incident cemented Starlight’s sterling reputation among netizens.

The statement from Starlight gradually calmed some netizens, even in the absence of concrete evidence.

Don’t you know Starlight’s reputation? If they’ve signed Lan Muyu, it means there’s nothing wrong with her.

Waiting for the truth to come out. Hope Starlight doesn’t disappoint us. Also, when is my sister’s drama airing?

Anyone with eyes knows the difference between Tianhao and Starlight. A wise bird chooses its perch—I’d pick Starlight too.

Meanwhile, Fu Yao and Jiang Qianrou had been in their office, smugly watching the online backlash against Lan Muyu grow. Starlight’s sudden statement caught them off guard. Fu Yao was so furious she kicked the coffee table, leaving cracks in the glass surface from her high heels.

“Starlight, Starlight—why is it always Starlight? Why do they always have to steal people from me? Lan Muyu didn’t sign with me because she’s latched onto a bigger tree.”

Jiang Qianrou stood up to comfort her. “Why are you panicking? Starlight must have been fooled by Lan Muyu too. Don’t forget, we have dirt on her. The more Starlight protects her, the better it is for us.”

Fu Yao turned to her, too angry to immediately grasp the implication. “What do you mean?”

Jiang Qianrou reassured, “Isn’t Xingyao Entertainment known for never shielding its artists, always boasting that they have no tainted celebrities under their banner? Once Lan Muyu’s scandal breaks, Xingyao’s reputation will plummet. No matter how well they’ve marketed themselves before, one incident is enough to ruin everything.

Besides, I’ve already had someone contact Han Feifei. Her agency doesn’t want to stir up trouble, and before my people even promised her any benefits, she agreed to cooperate. Everything Han Feifei said on Weibo is true—she really does have evidence.”

After speaking, Jiang Qianrou turned to Fu Yao, expecting to see her expression soften. Instead, Fu Yao’s face grew even darker. Jiang Qianrou, being perceptive and a screenwriter by profession, quickly guessed Fu Yao’s thoughts.

Lan Muyu’s infidelity had already humiliated Fu Yao, but what Fu Yao hadn’t anticipated was that Lan Muyu had been engaging in casting couch arrangements with others in the industry as early as a year ago—while keeping Fu Yao, her official girlfriend, at arm’s length, only allowing kisses and hugs, nothing more.

Who could accept that?

Everyone has a competitive and possessive streak, and someone like Fu Yao only wanted what she couldn’t have. Pressuring her now would only make her cling tighter to Lan Muyu.

Jiang Qianrou thought for a moment, then softened her tone. “Maybe Lan Muyu is innocent. Han Feifei’s claims might not be true either. With today’s technology, misleading camera angles are common. Should I ask her to send the videos first so we can review them?”

Fu Yao abruptly turned her head and refused. “No. Tell Han Feifei to release everything she has—but no edited footage. As long as it’s real, I want it all out there. I want Lan Muyu to have no chance of recovery.”

A satisfied smile curled Jiang Qianrou’s lips as she wrapped her arms around Fu Yao’s neck, pressing a soothing kiss to her lips. “Alright, whatever you say.”

Xingyao Entertainment acted swiftly. Following their previous Weibo post, they issued a legal notice under Lan Muyu’s name, stating that they would pursue legal action against the defamatory statements circulating online.

As soon as the notice was posted, netizens scrutinized it under a microscope.

It’s stamped by a law firm—this is real, right? Right? Right?

The legal notice doesn’t dodge the issue. Haters, tremble—prepare to be sued.

There are countless legal notices in the entertainment industry. How many celebrities who issued them still ended up exposed or even jailed?

Lan Muyu, stop trying to clean up your image. We don’t recognize legal notices. If you have the guts, come out and say something yourself.

Hey, if there’s a paid troll group, can I join? There’s still no solid evidence, just baseless rumors, and you’re already cyberbullying a girl. I’m more curious—how much are you getting paid to smear Lan Muyu?

Just as the netizens swayed by the marketing accounts were about to retaliate, they saw that Han Feifei—whom they had only followed for a few hours—had updated her Weibo again.

Han Feifei: My DMs are exploding. Here’s the evidence you asked for. (Attached was a video clip).

In the video, Lan Muyu had just finished filming a scene, still dressed in a high school uniform with her long hair tied into a ponytail, exuding youthful energy and vitality. Her clear, bright eyes made her seem like an angel who had accidentally wandered into the mortal world.

The audience’s strongest impression of the movie Whispering Love in My Heart was Lan Muyu’s portrayal of the mute high school girl—a character who became everyone’s first love in their hearts.

In the video, Lan Muyu quietly slipped away from the crew, constantly glancing around as if she was about to do something secretive. She walked further and further down the corridor until she reached the end, where a fiery red sports car was parked. Even without seeing the logo, the sleek side profile and custom paint job made it clear the car was worth a fortune.

The door opened, and a woman stepped out. Lan Muyu rushed toward her, and though the camera could only capture them from a distance, the woman’s striking beauty was still evident. The two quickly embraced and kissed.

After watching both clips, the comments section gradually deviated from Han Feifei’s initial expectations.

Disgusting. I used to think Lan Muyu was so pure but turns out she’s just another one selling herself to climb the ladder. The entertainment industry is getting worse because of people like her.

I’ve heard some actors disappear halfway through filming. I bet it’s because of people like Lan Muyu—where else would they go? Probably to please their sugar daddies. Try defending that.

If you’ve got money, anyone can be bought. Lan Muyu is definitely one of those.

But soon, dissenting voices emerged, growing louder by the minute,
Wait, did you guys even see the sugar mommy’s face? She’s so hot, I’m drooling!!!

Finally, someone noticed! I thought I was the only one. With that car and that face, I’d gladly be her sugar baby too. Please, sis, look at me—I want you to, uh… you know~

Stop dreaming, guys. That woman is Fu Yao, the heir to Tianhao Entertainment. She and Lan Muyu have been dating since college.

So after all this, we’re just dogs who willingly ate a bowl of dog food?

Woof woof! I support CEO Fu taking this troublemaking little vixen Lan Muyu home ASAP.

I want to see the runaway little wife locked back in her golden cage and loved fiercely!

I second that!

This subject concurs!

This subject also concurs!

Meanwhile, at Tianhao Entertainment, Fu Yao—unable to resist her curiosity after Han Feifei posted the video—clicked on it, only to find that the person in the footage was none other than herself!

Originally, when Han Feifei had made her move, Fu Yao had decided not to release the recording she had unless absolutely necessary, as it could implicate her as well.

But now, the internet was overwhelmingly convinced that she was Lan Muyu’s girlfriend, and that Lan Muyu’s contract signing was just a lovers’ spat. Even with hired trolls trying to steer the narrative, the backlash gradually died down as netizens collectively decided they had stumbled upon a real-life CEO-and-celebrity fairytale romance.

How could Fu Yao possibly accept this outcome?