Guan Junhao had officially terminated his contract with the company.
The news was like a single drop of cold water on a hot pan: small, yet in the midst of a calm period, it sizzled explosively.
Especially for the fans who had been eagerly waiting for Guan Junhao’s return to the variety show—they went completely berserk.
On Weibo, Guan Junhao had written clearly that he had ended the contract because he discovered the company had long been preparing a “replacement,” ready to snatch his spot on the show at any moment.
Fans reading the post were completely stunned:
“Wait, what? Did my eyes just deceive me?”
“I’m shocked too. So the company had been quietly planning a replacement while Guan Ge was recovering? Are they seriously trying to steal him away??”
“I don’t fully understand, but I’m utterly amazed. Isn’t Guan Ge relying on this variety show to stay relevant? How could the company already have a replacement ready?”
“Damn! I was thinking Guan Ge’s contract was about to expire, and I thought—okay, nothing much happened these years anyway. Now I realize the company might actually want to replace him! What resources could such a company give him?”
Chong Jiu Wan Le might not be a top-tier show, but as a long-running second-tier program, it still had a sizable fan base.
After Guan Junhao’s announcement, many longtime viewers immediately sensed something was off and started questioning the show’s team:
“Is Guan Junhao’s company really preparing a replacement? What does the production team intend? Guan Ge has done well these years—even if his role is just for show, he’s delivered. Why would they replace him?”
“I want a response from the production team. The original members feel like family after so many years. Replacing one suddenly would feel… really unsettling.”
“Wasn’t Jian Feiyang actually giving us a heads-up before?? No, no, no…”
The discussion blew up everywhere, fans and old viewers demanding solid information.
Guan Junhao’s former company, Xing Xing Xing Entertainment, quickly issued a statement:
“We regret that no agreement was reached with @GuanJunhao. However, the company has not intentionally prepared a replacement for any artist. The only verified information is that the Chong Jiu Wan Le production team intends to consider replacing a fixed member. Xing Xing Xing Entertainment merely had the opportunity to compete for the spot. Please be informed.”
As soon as this statement went public, Guan Junhao’s fans were roasted online.
“LOL, Guan Junhao claimed the company had a replacement. I think it’s more likely that his renewal terms were too high, and the company couldn’t handle it. Also, could it be that the show noticed Jian Feiyang and wanted him instead? LOL, maybe weigh yourself properly before blaming others, dude.”
“Guan Junhao’s fans are still making noise. Clearly, this is his own problem. The company doesn’t want him, the show doesn’t want him—maybe they should just unfollow him, saves trouble later.”
The fans refused to listen. Just as they were about to go all-in online, Guan Junhao updated his Weibo again:
“See? The company said they merely had the chance to compete for the spot. Sure, my former boss is stingy and tricky, but at least he’s honest!”
With this post, not only fans but casual viewers were stunned.
“Whoa… so straightforward?”
“But thinking carefully, Xing Xing Xing’s statement actually makes sense. Seems like they really meant it.”
“Ah… I can understand it now. If a variety show guy is suddenly replaced, anyone would feel annoyed. Respect for this guy.”
“I don’t know Guan Junhao or the show, but he seems pretty upright. Respect, bro.”
Even Xing Xing Xing Entertainment’s executives were dumbfounded.
They called in Guan Junhao’s former manager.
“Wait… didn’t you say he was timid and scared of confrontation?”
The manager had no idea what was going on.
When the executive slammed a phone in front of him, he froze.
“Is that really Guan Junhao? When did he become so… tough?”
Previously, Guan Junhao wouldn’t even fart when scolded.
The manager furrowed his brow after a long moment.
“Could he be deliberately burning bridges? When we discussed renewal, I already thought something was off.”
The executives pondered: what resources could Guan Junhao still have?
“Are you certain? You approved his contract termination. Are you sure he hasn’t found a suitable next opportunity?”
“Absolutely impossible,” the manager swore.
“That guy couldn’t even hold onto a spot on the variety show. From what I heard, the production team is actually interested in Jian Feiyang, the new hot talent. Guan Junhao walked out after one episode, and they already noticed someone else. That useless guy—who’d even consider him?”
The executives reflected and nodded.
“Then handle him. And that person you were supposed to bring—try to get them onto the show?”
The manager smiled slightly.
“Don’t worry, I know what to do. I’m already negotiating with the production team.”
Soon, Xing Xing Xing Entertainment had new developments—this time including the account of Guan Junhao’s former manager.
StarStar Entertainment v:
“Regarding the statements from some artists who have terminated their contracts, the company has repeatedly confirmed with the former manager—the artist demanded high renewal terms and has been inactive for a long time. After discussion between the company executives and the manager, the final decision was to terminate the contract. We hope everyone won’t be misled by any false claims.”
“The termination with Guan Junhao was entirely his own choice. The company and I have done our utmost to nurture him over the years. We hope Guan Junhao can part ways amicably, without tarnishing the company or others. Additionally, we wish him to soon find a new company that fits his positioning, and to achieve great success.”
Once these two posts went live, Guan Junhao’s fans were completely stunned.
“Wait… what? The last sentence from the former manager… does that sound a little off?”
“OMG? Does that mean Guan Junhao doesn’t have a new company yet???”
“No way… he didn’t secure a new company before leaving?”
Immediately, some people seemed ready to mock him.
“I can’t stop laughing at Guan Junhao’s move. Basically, he wanted a high renewal to raise his value, but since he had no skills, the company and manager refused. Negotiations failed, so he angrily quit to mess with his former company?”
“I’m just a casual observer, but this move clearly shows how incompetent he is.”
“I just want to see what else Guan Junhao will pull off, but he couldn’t even get signed—kind of embarrassing, isn’t it?”
The internet exploded with ridicule, but Guan Junhao himself remained calm… well, mostly.
“Use your skill, use your skill! He’s barely hanging on!”
Guan Junhao’s booming voice echoed throughout the villa.
Jin Yi shouted back, sweating:
“I’ve already reacted fast! It’s all your fault for dying too early! Otherwise, we would have won by now!”
Guan Junhao felt a pang of guilt.
“B-but I was protecting you…”
Jin Yi pressed the refreshed skill button and collected the kill, rolling his eyes in irritation:
“Protecting me? That was throwing your life away!”
Fortunately, Jin Yi’s movements were flashy and skilled, or they’d have been overwhelmed.
“Hehe, indeed. Boss Jin, even in the game, you’re stronger than me!”
Guan Junhao revived at the fountain and quickly followed Jin Yi’s character:
“Boss, I’ll protect you this time!”
Jin Yi gave him a disdainful glance but nodded demurely:
“Stay alive and protect me, got it?”
Guan Junhao smiled obsequiously:
“No problem, no problem.”
Beside them, Fan Qing, who was operating Guan Junhao’s Weibo account, felt his forehead veins twitch. He had worked so hard, and these two—one the subject and the other his boss—were happily gaming together.
Just as he was about to say something, the responses from StarStar Entertainment and Guan Junhao’s former manager appeared.
Fan Qing walked over and tapped the two still immersed in the game:
“Done? Business time.”
Guan Junhao and Jin Yi both snapped to attention. Jin Yi tossed his phone aside excitedly:
“Games don’t matter. We’ll hit the reputation points later. Come on, tell me the plan!”
Fan Qing rubbed his phone and slowly revealed a smile that made both of them shiver.
While Guan Junhao was being mocked online, and fans worried about his next move, Weibo dropped another bomb:
Tenghuang Entertainment v:
“Welcome Guan Junhao to the Tenghuang family. Don’t miss the latest episode of ‘Charge Forward’ with Guan Junhao! @Guan Junhao”
Guan Junhao v: ❤️❤️ “Thanks~ // Welcome Guan Junhao to the Tenghuang family. Don’t miss the latest episode of ‘Charge Forward’ with Guan Junhao! @Guan Junhao”
Fans froze.
Wait… wasn’t it said that Guan Junhao hadn’t found a new company yet?
Even casual viewers were stunned. StarStar Entertainment executives and the former manager were equally dumbfounded.
“Weren’t they planning to sign Jian Feiyang for ‘Charge Forward’?”
The executives were furious.
The former manager looked clueless.
“I contacted them, and Director Ma said that if possible, Jian Feiyang would be signed first, which is why they initially rejected our candidate…”
“Achoo—!”
Jian Feiyang suddenly sneezed and became alert:
“No, I think I’m catching a cold. That’s bad—I need to survive in the new variety show. I better tell Aqing!”
Self-reporting! Truly responsible.