The world was talking about her.
Jiang Yue sat in her small, nondescript apartment, scrolling through her phone like it was a game of chance. Her heart skipped a beat every time the screen flickered with new notifications.
"Voice Actress Mystery: Who is She?"
"Anonymous Actress Steals the Show – 'Spring Bends to Summer' Goes Viral"
"Is the voice of 'When Spring Bends to Summer' a hidden gem?"
Her anonymity had become her asset.
For once, her name didn't matter. They weren't asking about her looks, her history, or the number of times she'd been turned down for roles. They were talking about the sound of her—raw, emotional, and honest.
For the first time in her life, she wasn't just a stuntwoman or a background player.
She was someone.
Meanwhile, at SkyInk Media, Zeyan was tracking the progress. The viral wave was real—and it wasn't slowing down.
The teaser video for When Spring Bends to Summer had crossed 10 million views. The voice that was supposed to be a mere placeholder had become the face of the animation—without anyone even knowing her name.
[System Alert: Viral Engagement Detected]
BP Earned: +5.78
PP Earned: +0.001089243
Influencer Impact: +0.14% on Future Campaigns
Public Sentiment: Rising toward Subject Jiang Yue
[Mission Update: Subject Jiang Yue – Star Trajectory]
Current Public Favourability: 78%
Predicted Impact in 6 Months: 13% Increase in Favourability
Suggestion: Strong Public Reveal or Branding Strategy
He clicked open the feedback emails again.
Agents, managers, talent scouts were knocking on SkyInk's digital door, all asking about the voice. The mystery had created a demand that he hadn't anticipated. But now he had leverage.
Jiang Yue was no longer just an unknown stuntwoman; she was a commodity.
Later that day, Jiang Yue found herself back at the casting office for the first time in weeks. She wasn't here for a stunt role this time, though. She had something else—a voice that could open doors.
She stepped into the room, trying not to show how nervous she felt. The casting director, a man in his mid-thirties with an over-styled moustache, barely looked up as she walked in.
"So, Jiang Yue, huh?" he said, tapping his pen on his desk. "You're the voice from that viral animation?"
She nodded, unsure whether she should feel pride or shame.
"I'll be honest, kid. I'm impressed by your voice. But you know it's not enough, right? Voice work is about nuance. You won't get far just coasting on that anonymous thing you've got going."
Her throat went dry. "I… I'm ready to work hard."
He eyed her for a moment, then handed her a script.
"Alright. Show me what you've got. Let's see if you're more than just a viral moment."
Hours passed in that small, soundproof room as she read line after line, her voice growing more confident with each take. She wasn't the greatest—she knew that. But she could feel it: a spark she'd never had before.
For the first time in her life, she didn't feel like she was just following orders. She was creating something.
When she finished the final take, the director leaned back in his chair. "You've got a lot to learn, but there's potential. A lot of potential. I'll be in touch."
Back at her apartment, Jiang Yue stared at the email that had just popped up on her phone.
Subject: "Voice Role Offer – SkyInk Media"
Her hands shook slightly as she opened it.
It wasn't a huge role. It was a side character for a new animation project, but it was real. It was a start. And it was her start.
[System Update: Subject Jiang Yue – First Paid Role]
PP: +0.001521468
Status: Active Talent – Voice Acting
She exhaled a breath she hadn't realized she was holding.
She could finally tell her aunt that she was more than just the invisible woman behind the curtain.
Meanwhile, Zeyan watched her progress from his desk. It wasn't about the money—he wasn't making much off her yet. It was about the future.
He had a star in the making. And the way she had captured the public's attention with nothing but her voice? That was just the beginning.
[System Notice: Popularity Curve Stabilizing]
Current Estimate: Subject Jiang Yue will peak in public favourability by Month 6
Recommended Action: Brand Reveal – Use anonymity as a tool, not a crutch.
Consider leveraging Subject Jiang Yue in upcoming teaser campaigns for future productions.
He smiled, satisfied with the outcome.
But it wasn't all smooth sailing.
Just as things were picking up, a message from one of Jiang Yue's old colleagues popped up on her phone.
[From: Li Wei]
"Heard you're getting famous with that voice of yours. You might want to be careful. This industry doesn't like people who get too much attention too quickly. They'll try to tear you down before you get too high. Watch your back."
Jiang Yue's heart sank. Was this a warning or a threat?
She stared at the message for a moment, then deleted it without replying.
She wasn't going to stop now. Not when she was finally getting the chance she deserved.
[System Tip: Emotional Trigger Detected – Subject Jiang Yue]
Recommendation: Activate skill development course to boost confidence and skill in upcoming roles.
Jiang Yue stood, staring out the window, a faint smile crossing her face.
The system had been guiding her step by step, but now she felt something inside her shift. She didn't need to be afraid anymore. Not of the industry. Not of the people trying to tear her down.
She had a future. And it was hers to create.