AFVSIBS Chapter 225: Really? Donating One Billion?
Wei Wentao naturally wouldn't engage in a losing proposition. His efforts to hype Chen Xiaoyu were aimed at promoting "Music 2023."
Of course, even without hyping the fake charity story, simply having Chen Xiaoyu post on Weibo about participating in "Music 2023" on the first wouldn't be problematic. However, it would significantly reduce the attention and buzz.
With this combined strategy, the effect would be entirely different.
"No problem. Once it hits the trending list tonight, I'll immediately post to cooperate with you," Chen Xiaoyu agreed without hesitation.
"Then it's settled."
Both of them couldn't help but smile in satisfaction.
Soon, an article appeared online claiming that Chen Xiaoyu had quietly donated one billion yuan during the recent southern floods without any public announcement.
As expected, the article caused a massive stir online, quickly propelling the news of Chen Xiaoyu's quiet billion-yuan donation to the top of trending topics.
"Oh my god, donating one billion quietly without telling anyone! Chen Xiaoyu is incredible."
"Yeah! Donating one billion without any publicity, that's true charity. Unlike some celebrities who want the whole world to know when they donate a million."
"I didn't like Chen Xiaoyu much before, but now seeing his quiet donation for flood victims, my opinion has changed. I'm a fan now."
"My idol is amazing, truly worthy of being the top star in the entertainment industry and a magician in the music world. As a fan, I feel so proud."
"I always knew my idol was a role model in the entertainment industry. Not only did he quietly donate one billion for flood victims, but he's probably done many other good deeds without mentioning them."
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As expected by Wei Wentao and his team, the news of the billion-yuan donation instantly trended and dominated major entertainment news headlines.
Chen Xiaoyu received universal praise from netizens, and his fans were ecstatic, becoming even more loyal to their "idol."
Chen Xiaoyu's Weibo followers increased by over three million within an hour, an unprecedented number in the history of Weibo on this planet.
Chen Xiaoyu had reclaimed his top-star position with a fake charity news story.
"Brother Yu, it's time for you to cooperate," his staff reminded him.
Chen Xiaoyu nodded, logged into his Weibo account, and posted: "Thank you all for your compliments and support. I didn't want anyone to know about this, but it was still leaked. For me, charity is charity; it has nothing to do with fame. I write songs, sing, and act for fame, but charity is only for the love in my heart. So, there's no need to discuss this further; let's focus on my work. On the first, I'll be participating in the variety show 'Music 2023,' so stay tuned."
"My idol is truly great, doing good deeds without wanting recognition. As a fan, I feel so proud. In my eyes, you're a saint of our time."
"I always knew my idol was perfect. Such a rare artist is hard to come by. I hope everyone will support him together."
"So great, so touching. When it comes to charity, my idol is the best."
"Although I wasn't a fan before, I'm shocked by his quiet billion-yuan donation for flood victims. I'll watch 'Music 2023' on the first to see his performance."
"Yes, I'm also impressed by his actions. I'll watch the show on the first."
"Just because of his genuine charity, I'm very moved. Honestly, it's rare for celebrities to do charity without much publicity. See you on the first. If he performs well, I'll become a fan."
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After posting on Weibo, Chen Xiaoyu received another wave of praise.
Many people expressed their intention to watch his performance on "Music 2023" on the first.
Seeing these comments, Wei Wentao was undoubtedly the happiest.
Because this was the effect he wanted.
"Director Wei, you're amazing. Chen Xiaoyu's fake charity hype has put 'Music 2023' on the trending list. The viewership on the first will definitely be high," assistant Feng Lili praised.
"Not bad. As long as you understand human psychology, success is guaranteed. Learn from this, and you'll find many uses for it in the future."
Wei Wentao didn't hide his satisfaction.
"Yes, yes! I'll definitely learn from Director Wei and summarize my findings. I'll strive to do even better next time," the assistant nodded.
"Now that we've played our two major cards, let's see how 'Chinese and Foreign Music Concert' competes for traffic and attention," Wei Wentao said with a smug smile.
Over at "Chinese and Foreign Music Concert," Cheng Qiang learned from his assistant about the online claims that Chen Xiaoyu quietly donated one billion yuan for flood victims.
This left him incredulous.
He had interacted with Chen Xiaoyu and knew a bit about him.
As the top star, Chen Xiaoyu certainly had assets exceeding one billion, but he was notoriously stingy.
He was reluctant to spend money on dating or even his fans. How could he generously donate one billion to disaster victims this time?
Could it be true kindness?
Even if he was kind, why did the news come out now?
Why didn't he publicize it when he donated?
Did he really not want people to know, as he claimed?
Cheng Qiang found this reasoning unconvincing. Firstly, he knew Chen Xiaoyu was very concerned about his image. If he had donated a billion, he would have publicized it immediately.
Secondly, even if he didn't, his agency would have heavily promoted it. It's impossible that the news is only coming out now.
So, Cheng Qiang suspected there was something fishy about this late-breaking news of Chen Xiaoyu's donation.
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