Chapter 101 - Selling off the kidneys

There was a long silence between Lin Hui and Xu Nuan since Lin Hui was trying to accept this exceptional revelation. Who had thought that Jiang Yue, whose death became a great shock to the entertainment industry is still alive as Xu Nuan?

After a while, he broke the silence, " Then what about Xu Nuan? The girl in whose body you're in right now?"

Upon hearing his question, Xu Nuan pursed her lips and said in a low voice, " I don't know. But, if I came in her body, then maybe she switched with mine? And if that happened, then she must be…." she didn't complete her words and looked at him while letting out a weak sigh.

She can't help but feel bad and guilty for Xu Nuan. She is alive but that poor girl didn't get to experience her many firsts.

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Before leaving the cafe, Xu Nuan looked around and said, " Well, I have a reason why I called you here." 

Lin Hui looked at her in confusion and asked, "Reason? What reason?" 

"Erm...as I told you, I am working as a manager at shining bright," she said while pointing at her company across the road. 

Lin Hui looked at the company through the window and nodded and waited for her to complete her words. Although he was surprised that she decided to work as a manager and not an idol. She is young and with her level of experience and talent she can even work as an independent artist and he knows that she will do well.

" The truth is, the group I am managing is going to debut soon. And I insisted to keep them in the company despite everyone's denial and let them debut to showcase their talent and extraordinary skills. But the thing is, because of this we have created so many enemies in our own company and we can't expect any help from them. So...I have a favor to ask you as my ex-manager and my closest friend. I am sure you won't let me down. right?" she said while smiling meaningfully and leaning closer while blinking her shiny eyes to use her charm.

"-_-"

Lin Hui pursed his lips and chuckled seeing her trying to find her way with him. 

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Two days later, Xu Nuan followed Lin Hui to a secluded alley and the place was quite far from the company. So she rode his car and had to park the car outside on the road since the alley was too narrow for a car to go through.

" What is this shady place? Are you sure we are here to meet a music producer and not secretly sell off our kidneys?" she asked while looking around this eerie area.

The sun was setting and darkness was taking over replacing the bright light. She rubbed her arms as she was feeling chills over her whole body. If she didn't find the music producer today, then she would kill him today.

She asked him to help her arrange a music producer in her budget whose creative mindset aligns with her. Since he has years of experience in managing their group and making them one of the top groups, he will surely have some connections.

She is not stupid to let go of such a golden opportunity and let his connections go waste.

Lin Hui shook his head seeing her glaring at him from side-eye. He could see what's going on in her mind. She was in desperate need. That's why she had asked him this favor because he knows if she could have managed this herself, she wouldn't have asked him to do so. She is not the type to go around and ask favors just to reduce her burden.

"Here we are," he said while stopping in front of a haggard old building that did not look like where people could stay. There were barely any shops nearby nor any transportation facility, then why would someone stay here?

Moreover, the building was quite old, and black patches and molds could be seen on the outer wall of the building. 

"Are you sure?" she hesitantly asked, seeing the place which looked like a haunted house.

He nodded while putting his hands inside his pant pockets and walked forward.

She followed him upstairs and took a deep breath as they climbed to the second floor and he pressed the bell of the only unit on that floor.

Even the door looked old and worn out. She wondered why he brought her here. She asked for a music producer who could help with their low budget but the quality must be good and par with her expectations.

But she was not sure if she could find someone like that here.

The door opened and a man in his mid 20's stepped out, wearing a grey hoodie and loose trousers. His hair was tousled and that sharp jawline made her surprised. She looked at him from up and down and was surprised to see his muscular body hidden behind these baggy clothes. She was shocked because she has never seen a music producer this handsome before.

Her mouth parted in shock as she stood there, staring at the man. The man looked at her in confusion, his gaze brightened when his eyes fell on Lin Hui who was standing behind her.

"Lin Hui? Why are you here?" the man asked with a surprised smile.

Lin Hui smiled and asked, " Is this how you greet someone after meeting so long? Huh?" he grins and reaches out to give him a brotherly hug.

" It's been a long time, huh?" The man said while patting Lin Hui's back.

" Xu Nuan, this is the man I was talking about. He is Guo Hong, he has worked with us for the first debut track of 'The Queens'. But after that, because of some issues, we couldn't continue to work together." Lin Hui said to Xu Nuan.

Xu Nuan's eyes lit up when she remembered the young guy who helped them create their music. Since he was young for a music producer, everyone looked down on his capability but when their MV came out, it surprised everyone, even her. His work was amazing and had a unique style.

"And this is…" Guo Hong looked at Xu Nuan in confusion. 

" This is my friend, Xu Nuan. We came here because she needs your help." Lin Hui said while introducing Xu Nuan to the man.

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Xu Nuan was surprised upon seeing the house of the man. Even though the building looked haggard and old from the outside, the interior of the house was beautiful with the unique painting hung on the walls, and there was an old long sofa in the living room, with a wooden table in front of it.

The house was old yet creatively designed. Things were old but everything looked beautiful and stylish. She has to say that creative people have a weird sense of fashion and ideas.

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" Mr. Guo, are you serious? You are agreeing to help us without taking any payment in advance?" she asked in shock.

While talking to him, she realized that he is a famous music producer who has worked with a few more groups who shot to fame after working with him. Even Han Liang's group in which he had debuted has also worked with him. However, it's not easy to contact him and work with him since he is very choosy with his pick of the group and doesn't agree to work with anyone easily.

Guo Hong nodded and said, " Since Lin Hui is saying that the girls have potential then it is then. I believe his insight. I worked with The Queens for their debut when we both were nothing and see, how powerful and amazing they were. If Jiang Yue has been alive then…" the man sighed weakly.

Upon hearing his words, Lin Hui glanced at Xu Nuan and coughed awkwardly.

Guo Hong had an unsaid attachment with the group since their music video was his debut work and because of it, he gained fame in no time. If Lin Hui had not hired him to work with them, then he might be still struggling to get a decent break.

He owes Lin Hui a big time. He can do anything to repay his favor.

" Okay. Since you're helping us a big-time, I will offer you my best offer. After the girls' debut, you will be given 5 percent of the profit. I hope you accept this offer and agree to work with us." 

Guo Hong smiled as he was not expecting anything since rookie groups don't earn much and there is no guarantee that they will shoot to fame in no time just like The Queens. So he wasn't expecting much from this offer but nodded anyway.

" Deal," he said, shaking hands with her.

Xu Nuan beamed and shook hands with him gladly.

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