### Chapter 159: He Zhichen’s Work
“Releasing an album?”
Lin Tian pondered for a moment.
In fact, his initial plan was to start planning this right after the art exam.
At that time, Lin Tian had just finished the art exam and had half a year before the college entrance exam, leaving him with virtually no academic pressure. Apart from competing with Gan Yanyu, he could fully dedicate himself to making money — truly the perfect time to turn things official.
Lin Tian shifted his gaze towards Gan Yanyu, hoping for some feedback from Teacher Gan.
But Gan Yanyu just stared at him blankly.
She said,
“I have no objections.”
“Huh?”
“This is your dream, so I’m all ears. Whatever you need me to do, I’ll support you wholeheartedly.”
Gan Yanyu said seriously.
“.”
Indeed.
Lin Tian let out a relieved laugh.
That night, when Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu became partners, they made a vow: Lin Tian would help Gan Yanyu pursue her dream in the competition, and Gan Yanyu would assist Lin Tian in his video shoots.
Mutual support was their primary goal from the start.
Truth be told, whether it was making TikTok videos or releasing an album, these things, and even the fame and fortune they could bring, meant nothing to Gan Yanyu. She had always been solely focused on playing the cello and winning every competition.
It was for Lin Tian’s dream that Gan Yanyu was putting in her effort, treating every video sh**t seriously.
Now, regarding the album release, everything involved meant nothing to her.
As long as it was “Lin Tian’s dream,” she would fully cooperate.
So, is this really Lin Tian’s dream?
For a long time, Lin Tian’s dream was to stand out somehow. It didn’t matter how — he was willing to do what it took, even being a pedicure king if necessary. Music was just one of several paths.
But now, things were different.
Gradually, he realized that music can genuinely change lives.
Gan Yanyu’s dream had evolved into something bigger than just her own. Lin Tian had already thrown himself into the world of international music competitions.
Similarly,
While Gan Yanyu said, “If this is your dream, I’ll support you,” she was already giving more than just support. Lin Tian’s dream was her dream too.
These words were merely to reaffirm her unwavering belief in Lin Tian.
“If the album release can get more people to hear our music, I think we should give it a shot.”
After much consideration, Lin Tian said seriously.
This was the best consensus Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu reached after aligning their dreams.
“.”
Upon hearing this, He Zhichen nodded nonchalantly and adjusted his glasses.
“Mr. Lin, there’s no need to rush your answer. Releasing an album isn’t easy. It’s not like uploading a recorded song to TikTok and waiting for the rewards. Plus, choosing a good music agency to handle these matters is very important.”
Then, standing up politely, He Zhichen greeted them,
“Therefore, before we move forward, let me formally invite both of you to visit my company—Yueyin.”
“.”
“Sure.”
Lin Tian agreed, “When?”
“If possible, tomorrow. Today, I still have a meeting in the afternoon. I’ll pick you up early in the morning.”
The next day.
After a quick change of clothes, Lin Tian set off.
First impressions were crucial, especially since it was his first visit to a music agency. Who knows, he might run into some big stars or celebrities.
Lin Tian combed his hair into a side part and wore a clean white long-sleeved shirt.
Gan Yanyu was dressed much simpler—a few strands of black hair framing her face and an off-shoulder black dress.
Actually, girls who could leave their hair down every day were quite enviable.
It meant they really washed their hair daily. For those who found washing hair troublesome, that was a great feat.
If you heard someone only showers once a month, you’d probably say, “You’re this guy.”
People who dated girls a lot knew: a girl with long hair wouldn’t tie it up if she had just washed it. Letting her hair down showed confidence.
It was also a test of how much a girl cared about her appearance in your eyes. If she didn’t bother to wash her hair, she probably wasn’t that interested. If it was a new relationship heading into the flirting stage, chances were things weren’t going well.
Such insights came from Lin Tian’s high school days, learned from a female friend.
“.”
At the gated community entrance, Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu waited for He Zhichen’s car—an elegant black Mercedes E300.
It seemed Gao Zhenyang wasn’t exaggerating. He Zhichen evidently had some clout; driving a car like that made him a top worker.
“How far is your company from here?”
On the road, Lin Tian asked.
“About half an hour.”
“That’s fine.”
Half an hour of driving in a metropolis like Qingzhou was considered close.
Considering He Zhichen’s affluent look as a professional music agent, Lin Tian realized he hadn’t properly understood He Zhichen’s work yet and followed up with another question:
“How many artists do you manage?”
“Not many, about three.”
“Are they all musicians?”
“No, one pianist, one singer, and one actor.”
“So wide-ranging?”
Lin Tian was surprised.
Not only did it surprise him about how diverse He Zhichen managed different careers as an agent, but it also piqued his curiosity about Yueyin’s varied business operations.
Isn’t this a huge ask? A jack-of-all-trades job? That was quite a challenge for sure.
“In reality, there are differences, but not too much.”
While driving, He Zhichen gave a rare friendly smile,
“I believe an agent’s role is like a homeroom parent. Besides assigning tasks, more importantly, they take care of artists’ lives. When they are lost or anxious, provide psychological guidance. When they’re unhappy, provide emotional support, encouraging and motivating them… watching them rise to their dream stages, that sense of achievement is unmatched by any other job.”
“.”
Lin Tian didn’t expect the data-driven He Zhichen to view his work in such a heartfelt manner.
A moment later, through the rolled-down window,
He Zhichen spoke again,
“We’re nearly there.”
(End of Chapter)
