My Wife Is a Superstar (Ning Tan)

Chapter 842 A Hail Mary

David's eyes lit up. “Would Mr. Nan's girlfriend be willing to serve as our brand spokesperson? It's true that we're looking for a female and two male celebrities to fill that role. However, the three of them must know how to play basketball. Does Ms. Ning know how to?”

Lu Jingyuan turned toward Ning Ran, for she didn't have the answer.

In truth, Ning Ran did not.

Although she had played basketball in school, it was nothing to shout about. Hence, she was as good as knowing nothing from a professional perspective, let alone the fact that she hadn't touched a ball in years.

Nonetheless, it was clear from David's words that not knowing how to play would rule her out from serving as a brand spokesperson.

Even though Ning Ran was a famous celebrity in China, the fact that she was Nan Chen's girlfriend was the real reason David was interested in hiring her.

Having the girlfriend of Nanshi Corporation's CEO be the face of DBA would demonstrate Nanshi Corporation's commitment to the basketball league.

Therefore, Ning Ran decided to take the risk with a nod. “I know how to play. In fact, I was a key player in my class team back in the day.”

Technically, Ning Ran wasn't lying, for there were few girls as tall as her in class. Moreover, there were even fewer who could actually play well.

Nevertheless, she was chosen to be part of the class team for her beauty instead of her skills.

As long as she was playing, the boys would be motivated to watch the competition and cheer for their female classmates.

In essence, she was closer to being the class team's mascot or spokesperson than its key player.

David was visibly elated upon hearing her response. “Really? In that case, you're definitely eligible for the role, Ms. Ning. As for the two male celebrities, we have picked Zheng Lunlun and Shi Jie. However, we're still under negotiations due to their high appearance fees.”

“As long as you assign the internet broadcasting rights to Nanshi Corporation, I can guarantee that both of them will join me in promoting DBA in China,” Ning Ran declared.

“Really? Do you know them?” David was intrigued.

Ning Ran whipped out her phone and showed David separate videos of her performing together with Shi Jie and interacting with Zheng Lunlun.

“I'm very close to them. As long as I convince them to join me, they will persuade their agencies to agree to the deal. I'll also make sure their appearance fees are fixed at reasonable levels. This is something Nan Chen will definitely see to,” Ning Ran stated confidently.

“Can you do that? If that's the case, we'll restart negotiations with Nanshi Corporation,” David replied with a smile.

“I can. In fact, I guarantee it!” Ning Ran answered with a nod.

“Good. I'll discuss this with my team and get in touch with Nanshi Corporation accordingly. That aside, I appreciate that you've come here in person, Ms. Ning. I'm curious as to whether Mr. Nan sent you?” David inquired with a smile.

Unsure of what would be an appropriate answer, Ning Ran hesitated briefly.

“I'm not here at his behest. After having a discussion with him, I feel that certain matters needed to be clarified. That's the reason for my visit,” Ning Ran answered ambiguously.

“Fine. As long as you can get Zheng Lunlun and Shi Jie to promote our program, we'll definitely begin negotiations with Nanshi Corporation,” David promised.

“All right then, I'll call them right away.”

In order to prove that she and the two men were on good terms, Ning Ran stepped aside to make the call.

First, she rang Zheng Lunlun, who happened to be filming overseas. He answered in a tired voice, “Computer Guru, what's with the sudden call?”

“Address me as your aunt, you brat!” Ning Ran put on her airs as an elder.

“No way, that's too cringy. I'll only do so in front of Uncle when I have no choice. Other than that, I'm not going to,” Zheng Lunlun replied with a grin.

“Fine. I'll allow it as long as you agree to join me as DBA's brand ambassador in China.”

“They're currently in discussions with my management agency about it. Have you received an offer too? That aside, this is a male sport. Would Uncle agree to you taking on that role?” Zheng Lunlun inquired.

“Stop wasting time. You must convince your agency to sign the contract with DBA. Do you hear me?” Ning Ran demanded.

“Wait, why are you interested?”

“Is that a yes or a no? If you don't agree, I'll sever the ties between us!” Ning Ran interrupted Zheng Lunlun.

“Fine, I agree. I'll think of a way to convince my agency. However, does Uncle know about this?”

“He will. All I need is your agreement. Anyway, I gotta go. Bye.” Ning Ran ended the call right away.

Just as she was about to call Shi Jie, Ning Ran briefly hesitated.

In contrast to Zheng Lunlun, she wasn't that close to Shi Jie. Their only interaction was when they filmed a program together for two days. Thus, making such a request out of the blue might seem too impertinent.

In the end, she decided to send a message instead: Shi, I heard DBA has invited you to be one of their brand ambassadors. Will you be accepting their offer?