When Xia Siyu signed the contract, she specifically stated that her account couldn't be used for ads or business without her consent. Of course, necessary promotional activities had to be done; if she signed an endorsement deal, she'd have to promote it.
At the time, she didn't accept shares and refused to bind herself with the company, fearing that if she became a shareholder, she'd be forced to post content that wasn't her intention, prioritizing the company's interests.
But her contract stipulations were: She had full control over her personal matters. She chose the films, and as for ads and variety shows, she didn't have many requirements. She didn't harbor many thoughts on the company's stance either. She hadn't considered then that the company might face such crises and conflicts.
Despite her careful planning, up until now, she hadn't imagined the company would issue this statement at this moment. She believed that as long as her privacy was protected, it'd be fine.