In showbiz, if one's reputation was tarnished, they could usually lie low for the time being and appear again because netizens tended to forget the past incidents over time. However, if that happened in academia, it would be no different from getting blacklisted. They would never be able to start afresh.
When Zhao Xinran heard what her grandfather said about Gu Mang sitting back and reaping the rewards, her lips curled into a smirk as she poked at the rice in her bowl with her chopsticks.
Zhao Jin's mood, on the other hand, improved considerably after receiving comfort from her parents.
Nobody continued talking about Gu Mang's matter as it didn't really concern the Zhao family.
Zhao Huai turned to Zhao Xinran. "The preparation for 'The Black Sea' is almost done. The official announcement will be made in a few days. Prepare yourself to start filming in a week."
Zhao Xinran nodded. "Dad, help me prepare the promotional article well on that day."
