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Later, Sherman appeared in front of Jin Shiya and Noland. Noland immediately took Jin Shiya, who had already finished her breakfast, to the hotel and led her straight to the director’s suite. In the meeting room, the director, who had been previously condescending during their separate conversations, lowered his posture as soon as he faced Noland.

Jin Shiya, who had been speaking with a fast, accented American English, switched instantly to impeccable British English.

This internationally renowned director, when faced with absolute capital, showed more humility than Jin Shiya had expected. The director's previous arrogance completely disappeared. He smiled at her and even lowered his posture.

Noland’s expression remained cool and detached, his smile almost identical to the one Jin Shiya had been using professionally. He spoke to her in Mandarin, his words sharp and cutting: “Do you know why he treats us differently? It’s simple—you’re weaker than him, and I’m stronger than him. Simple as that.”

“The things you’ve learned from Chen Zichen and Sherman aren’t entirely useless, but you need to remember one thing: only by clinging to the strongest leg, or becoming that leg yourself, can you avoid begging others.”

Noland’s words made Jin Shiya instantly understand: he was boasting about himself, trying to encourage her to cling to him.

To be honest, Jin Shiya was quite tempted and had been trying to do just that. After all, such a golden leg was right in front of her, constantly radiating a “come and grab me” energy—no one could resist.

But the fact that this golden leg was simultaneously displaying a “don’t touch me” attitude while still offering itself to her made it difficult for Jin Shiya to feel any sense of accomplishment when clinging to it. It wasn’t just a lack of satisfaction—it was an unspeakable feeling.

She nodded to indicate her understanding, but privately, she still felt that the lessons from her senior and Sherman had been quite useful.

Under Noland's influence, soon the core team of the production arrived at the director’s meeting room, including the representatives from the companies backing them. Jiang Shiyu, the female lead of the MV, also showed up. Although the female lead had no real influence over the team’s affairs, the male lead being the singer of the MV did hold some sway, so out of fairness, the female lead was also invited.

When Jiang Shiyu entered, she naturally stood behind Jin Shiya.

Noland glanced at her but didn’t greet her or speak. He quietly sat down, acting as a silent observer to listen to the team’s meeting. Jin Shiya, in this simple meeting, didn’t have much authority—after all, she was representing the female lead.

She could only answer some questions regarding the female lead’s situation, sticking to her role. She didn’t assume that just because Noland was supporting her, she could interfere in the MV’s shooting plans.

However, Jiang Shiyu, who appeared delicate and quiet, tried a few times to step forward. Jin Shiya, highly focused and tense in her work mode, didn’t give Jiang Shiyu any opportunity to speak. With her fluent English, she smoothly took over the questions and answered them.

Every time Jiang Shiyu tried to speak, Jin Shiya maintained a perfect professional smile.

But Noland could clearly see the anger simmering in her eyes. The goodwill she had toward Jiang Shiyu was likely being worn down to nothing.

Noland, usually indifferent, showed an unexpected expression of interest. His eyes scanned Jiang Shiyu, and he let out a soft chuckle.

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