Chapter 62

The new members who joined Xinghuo, whether they are actors or new directors, all admire and respect Director Huan very much. It can be said that among many new directors who have just entered or are about to enter the industry, Huan Xu’s current reputation is no less than that of Director Xing.

With the quantity and quality of his works and his rocket-like promotion speed, Huan Xu has become an idol among new directors.

When the gap is small, people may still feel envious and jealous, but when the gap widens to a certain extent, it is too late to envy.

New directors don’t even aspire to be the next Director Huan, or even to achieve half of Director Huan’s accomplishments.

Two young and talented graduates from the directing department came to Xinghuo, perhaps with the intention of learning from Huan Xu's experience.

Of course, Huan Xu had no relatives or friends with them and had no obligation to teach them his experience.

Teach your apprentice to starve the master to death!

Although it is not as serious as it sounds, the most valuable knowledge is always the experience accumulated by individuals.

For the two of them, it was great to be able to do odd jobs in Director Huan's crew and observe the production at the same time.

The two young directors would go to Director Huan's crew to volunteer their time whenever they had free time. They would quietly observe and learn from him, such as how Director Huan arranged the actors' movements and the camera's framing.

The new directors, who were of similar age and had aspirations for the future, naturally became friends and discussed their gains and experiences in private.

But since it is an idea, it is inevitable that there will be differences sometimes.

They came to Director Huan's crew to learn from his experience. Director Huan must have discovered their little thoughts and did not kick them out. It was already a sign of Director Huan's broad-mindedness. How could they dare to come forward to disturb him and ask questions?

Unexpectedly, they themselves did not dare to disturb Huan Xu, but one day when they passed by and heard their argument, Director Huan actually stopped and explained to them.

Every time, after Huan Xu's few words of guidance, both of them felt as if their eyes were suddenly opened, and they couldn't help but admire Huan Xu's knowledge even more in their hearts.

They thought Huan Xu was a gifted person, but they never expected that Huan Xu could also easily master academic knowledge!

After a few exchanges, Huan Xu also noticed the two people's "embarrassment" and said frankly: "If you have any other questions, please feel free to come to me and we can discuss and exchange ideas together."

Huan Xu spoke modestly, but the two young men knew very well that if they came to Director Huan with their problems, it would be Director Huan who would unilaterally answer their questions.

Hit by a falling pie, the two young men were dazed and said, "Really, really, is this possible?"

"Wouldn't that be too much trouble for you?"

Huan Xu smiled and said, "No, it's a process of reviewing what's old and learning new things. Communicating with colleagues is also a process of reviewing knowledge and making progress."

There may be some directors who forbid anyone from visiting during filming and never take apprentices, but Huan Xu is not that kind of director. Everyone who has been with Huan Xu's crew on Blue Star knows that Director Huan is never reluctant to share his experience.

Huan Xu could be called arrogant or conceited, but he did not think that once others learned his experience, they would surpass him.

If he can be surpassed so easily, it means that his level is just that. If it's not just A, there will be B, C, and D in the future. There will always be someone who can surpass him.

On the contrary, Huan Xu hopes to see a more prosperous director circle. A single tree cannot make a forest. In a dense forest, only the tallest trees can enjoy more sunlight. Healthy competition will help people make better progress.

The stimulation and challenge of a powerful opponent would not make Huan Xu anxious, but would only make him more excited.

Therefore, for Huan Xu, coming to StarCraft, a world with more developed entertainment, more powerful opponents and more challenges, is also another kind of home.

Being nicknamed "Highly Prolific Director Huan" by fans indirectly confirms this point. From the moment he logged into the director system, Director Huan's excitement level has been raised to the highest level.

The faster you show yourself, the sooner you can face those excellent opponents head-on, and be eager to stand on the same level as those great directors, so that your thoughts can collide with different sparks and produce better works.

Helping young directors solve their problems is not just about cultivating possible future rivals. Even if Xinghuo wants to expand, both excellent actors and excellent directors are indispensable.

Huan Xu heard that Ye Qian had already raised his pickaxe and was ready to recruit talents. Attracting them from outside was one method, and cultivating them internally was another.

The two new directors were just the beginning, and soon the acting department also took action.

From one day on, Qin Dongxiao appeared frequently in the crew. Qin Dongxiao was very sensible and would not disturb Huan Xu's filming at ordinary times. On the contrary, he would occasionally give the young actor some advice in a good mood.

When Huan Xu was explaining the play to other actors, Qin Dongxiao would quietly move forward and listen to Director Huan's explanation while thoughtfully writing something in his notebook.

A few days later, Wu Qianying also appeared in the crew, and the two of them became director Huan's human pendants, one on the left and one on the right.

Driven by these two people, the competition in the actors' department has already begun before healthy competition has formed in the Xinghuo director department.

More actors will log in online when they have time.

Most people have been with Director Huan’s crew and know that Director Huan is really strict when filming. However, this strict training is also really beneficial for the actors themselves.

Even with the high-intensity courses and the practical experience of filming, actors like Qin Dongxiao felt that their acting skills were improving rapidly.

However, when they met with Director Huan, they found that they still had a lot of room for improvement.

Since his own artists knew how to improve themselves, Huan Xu had no reason to refuse, so he simply marked out an area in the director's space for non-filming personnel to watch.

During filming, barriers were erected to prevent non-crew members from interfering with the progress of filming and affecting the director and actors' filming.

During breaks, the barrier will be lowered and everyone can discuss and verify with each other. If there are any problems that cannot be solved, they can also ask Huanxu for help, and Huanxu will answer them.

As for the two directors in the director's department, Lao Zheng and Lao Chen, it would be a lie to say they weren't curious about Huan Xu's crew. It was just that they were older and more shy, and at first, they were a little reluctant to go and sit in on the performance.

But as time went on, the two could no longer sit still.

After my first time auditing the crew, and after Huan Xu solved a filming problem that had troubled Director Zheng for a long time with just a few words - it was so good!

What's the point of having face? It's not as important as knowledge.

Look at their big eyes hungry for knowledge.

If Huan Xu had not resolutely refused, the two of them would have almost bowed down and affectionately called Huan Xu "Master".

Director Huan did not let the two old company employees call him Master. The two directors agreed on the surface, but privately, they still regarded Huan Xu as a little teacher.

No kidding, thank you very much.

The two of them had limited connections. Even if they knew a few Director Yin and were willing to swallow their pride and ask, and they were willing to answer, their answers might not be as detailed and comprehensive as Huan Xu's.

When Ms. Feng Manman was alive, the two would occasionally ask each other questions, and Ms. Feng Manman would always answer them seriously. However, although they are both directors, their main areas of focus, shooting techniques and plot designs are not the same.

For those more personal problems, many times, in addition to self-realization, they need to meet a teacher who is much better than their level for guidance, perhaps to help them suddenly see the light. Unfortunately, Ms. Feng Manman is an excellent director, but she is also a seeker on the road ahead.

It's like every planet can have multiple golden directors, but on a planet, there are only a few people who can finally obtain the title of star director, gain the support of half of the planets, possess strong strength, and develop in a balanced manner in several directions.

Director Zheng and Director Chen did not know Director Xing, nor had they ever received any answers from Director Xing, but when they discussed privately, they felt that their young Director Huan had the qualities of a Star Director.

I can do everything, but the problem is I am good at everything.

Now it's Cangtian Star and Haotian Star. If the nine stars are completely merged in the future, and our own Director Huan can show off every time a star merges, the two of them... will still be surprised.

It is a bit exaggerated that Jiuxing can handle all kinds of styles of films. In history, the most powerful star director only achieved the highest achievement of eight stars in his entire life, and retired regretfully with the last planet he failed to pass.

Well, five stars shouldn't be a problem?

Taking care of five planets is just enough to meet the requirements for promotion to Star Guide.

The two of them are guided by the star director. Having a star director as a teacher, if they tell others about it, a group of directors will be envious to death.

Logical closed loop, perfect!

Turning our attention back to the set, in the off-site study area, Director Zheng and Director Chen looked helpless.

Director Zheng slapped his thigh in frustration: "I'm late again!"

Director Chen looked at the two assistants and said, "Xiao Wu and Xiao Qin are probably still busy working outside. They might not come over yet. Come on, let's change seats and wait for them to come..."

Before Director Chen finished speaking, Qin Dongxiao's voice, accompanied by laughter, sounded from behind him:

"I'm afraid Director Chen won't give me my position back even if I wait for you to come over. Xiao Rui, good job for not falling for Director Chen's sugarcoated bullets. I'll give you a bonus later."

"Thank you, Brother Qin!"

Amid the assistant's cheerful thanks, Qin Dongxiao sat down on his own little stool without hesitation.

Director Zheng: "Dong Xiao, I heard you recently took on another leading male role and you're pretty busy filming all day. We're all here to observe and learn from Director Huan's crew, and you actors can occasionally come and listen. It's good to be more active, but there's no need to miss every scene, right?"

Qin Dongxiao: "Oh, Director Zheng, you can't say that. An actor who doesn't want to be a director is not a good actor, don't you think?"

Director Zheng: "...Old Chen, is this guy planning to steal our jobs?"

"Hahaha, no kidding, I only have this handsome face. I can be an actor, but even if I want to be a director, my poor imagination is not enough."

Qin Dongxiao complimented the two directors and then changed the subject: "However, I will not give up this position to you two. My goal is to win the Best Actor award. Director Huan's guidance is not only about the director's filming techniques, but also benefits the actors a lot."

Seeing that Qin Dongxiao's approach was not working, the two directors turned their kind eyes to Wu Qianying's assistant: "Xiao Chang..."

Assistant Xiao Chang: "Sister Qian, save me!"

Wu Qianying, with her theatrical costume still on her face, had obviously just rushed over after finishing the filming.

Seeing Wu Qianying, Director Zheng and Director Chen knew that it would not be their turn to sit in the first row today. They shook their heads and sighed as they sat down in the second row.

Don’t you see those little guys at the back staring at this side hungrily? Go a little slower, or else even the second row will be snatched away by others.

The next shoot was about to begin. The scenery constructed by Huan Xu began to appear in the director's space, and Huan Xu also walked out of his personal lounge.

As Huan Xu came out, Wu Qianying and Qin Dongxiao greeted him in unison: "Good afternoon, Director Huan."

Hearing each other's voices, the two looked at each other, and there seemed to be flashes of lightning in the air.

Wu Qianying: "Director Huan, I went back to my hometown a while ago and brought you some local specialties. I'll send them to you later."

Qin Dongxiao: "Director Huan, my friend got a batch of good tea some time ago, and I asked him to save some for me and put it in your office."

"I've also had them delivered to Mr. Wang, Director Zheng, and Director Chen. If you like them, tell me and I'll get them back later."

Huan Xu: "...Thank you."

After Huan Xu left, Qin Dongxiao lowered his voice and said to Wu Qianying with a smile, "I've seen Director Huan make tea for Professor Gu before, and I've been thinking of sending some good tea for Director Huan and Professor Gu to taste."

Wu Qianying: ...Damn, it seems like I lost.

She maintained a smile, saying softly, "I'm not as well connected as you, Brother Qin, and I didn't bring anything expensive. It's mainly a token of my love. My dad hung it up personally. I want to thank Director Huan and everyone in the company for taking care of me."

"I also left some for you, Brother Qin. Go out and try it. My dad's cooking is very good."

Qin Dongxiao smiled and nodded: "That's great, I will definitely try it, thank you uncle."

After saying that, the two of them turned around together and looked at Director Zheng and Director Chen with a smile.

Wu Qianying: "Director Zheng, do you like beef jerky?"

Qin Dongxiao: "Director Chen, if I remember correctly, you were a refined person who loved tea."

Behind the two men, Director Chen and Director Zheng looked at each other and, like Huan Xu, did not dare to move.

In addition to healthy competition, two people seem to be secretly competing for the position of the number one subordinate under Director Huan.

It’s better to let Director Huan decide on this matter himself.

Directors Chen and Zheng spoke like masters of balance: "They're all good, I like them all, hahahaha."

…

The second phase of filming for "Zi Bu Yu" was about to end. Halfway through the set, Huan Xu suddenly called Qin Dongxiao, Wu Qianying and other actors aside.

Several actors with the highest current popularity on Starfire looked at each other, wondering about Director Huan's intention in calling them over. They had not heard that Director Huan was writing a new script, so it shouldn't be a problem with the role.

What else could it be?

Huan Xu: "Tomorrow is the last day of filming, so please don't come to the set."

Qin Dongxiao and Wu Qianying looked at each other and felt a pang in their hearts. Could it be that they had been flattering Director Huan too much recently and Director Huan was fed up with it?

Fortunately, the next second, Huan Xu's words made the two of them breathe a sigh of relief.

Huan Xu: "Everyone should have heard about the gamification of 'Man Jiang Hong'. The game production has been completed. Epic Entertainment has reserved some internal testing spots for our company and invited the main actors of 'Man Jiang Hong' to help participate in a few live broadcasts to promote the game. The endorsement fee will be paid according to the market price."

"Boss Ye asked me to ask you guys, if you want to participate, please sign up. I'll send you the account number first so you can familiarize yourself with the game process in advance."

The actors of Spark all came to Huan Xu's crew to take extra classes during their breaks, but if they had to participate in the next endorsement and familiarize themselves with the game in advance, they naturally wouldn't be able to come to the crew for the next few days.

I just hope Director Huan isn't tired of them.

As a strong contender for Director Huan's number one underling, Qin Dongxiao immediately raised his hand. "Director Huan, please save a spot for me. Hehe, to be honest, during the most difficult period, I was also a game commentator. It's a perfect fit for my profession."

Wu Qianying, who was a little slow, also pulled Ji Xiaowan and raised her hands high: "Me, me, me, Director Huan, Xiaowan and I, we love playing games too!"

Bai Yi, Lin Yi and others also quickly raised their hands. Not to mention paying them, they would promote the game for free even if they didn't. If the game became popular, it would also feed back into the original work, which would not only help Director Huan, but also help themselves!

Huan Xu smiled and said, "Okay, then everyone, spend the next two days getting familiar with the game. I'll talk to Old Ye later and we'll collaborate with Epic Games. Thank you all for your hard work."

"It's not hard, it's not hard."

“It’s what we should do.”

Time flies, and with the audience looking forward to it for a long time, episodes 4 and 5 of "Zi Bu Yu" were finally released as scheduled.

【Knock on the rice bowl, the food is finally served.】

[Looking forward to it, haha, I will help the twelve little ones fulfill their wishes. ]

【Curious about the twelve lovely wishes? 】

When the audience clicked on the link, they found that the poster had been changed.

The male protagonist gave up the absolute C position, and his arms and head became the nests of the twelve zodiac animals.

New characters appeared in the blank spaces on the poster.

A handsome young man dressed in expensive haute couture was holding an open beauty fan, on the fan was painted a peerless beauty with a face as red as peach blossoms.

[Oh, there are new characters? ]

[Xinghuo's new guy, he and Qin Ge, Bai Ge, Lin Didi, and Hehe are all handsome in different styles. Keep it up!]

[The new girl with a round face is also very cute. 】

The film begins with a shot of a rich second-generation man played by Ming An in a spacious and luxurious bedroom, falling into a nightmare with cold sweat on his face.

The surroundings are full of fog, and the only thing that is real in the illusion is a small courtyard full of peach blossoms in the center.

Peach petals fluttered all over the ground. A pretty woman sat under the peach tree, smiling sweetly. She was incredibly beautiful. However, her pair of clear autumn eyes were filled with tenderness, proving that she had someone in her heart.

Following her gaze, in the middle of the courtyard, a scholar in white clothes with his back to the camera was dipping a pen into ink.

The beauty under the tree looks at the scholar, and the scholar uses his pen to depict the person in the painting.

"call."

Finally struggling to wake up from the nightmare, Jie Jingyan raised his hand to cover his aching heart and took a deep breath.

He could no longer clearly remember what he saw in his dream, but he remembered a pair of beautiful eyes that were as gentle as water and full of affection, as well as the heart-wrenching longing.

"It's all my mom's fault. She forced me to go on blind dates and kept asking me what kind of girls I like." Jie Jingyan shook his head: "I had a messed up dream."

Although the eyes in the dream were really beautiful, the only treasures that Mr. Jie loved were the beautiful cars in the garage, and he had no intention of ending his bachelor status.

However, one day, two days, three days... Jie Jingyan had the same dream continuously.

The memories in the dream are still unclear, the only exception is the figure that is becoming clearer and clearer.

Every time Jie Jingyan was about to wake up, he would regain some clarity and ask the other person: "What's your name?"

However, the beautiful figure opposite always sat under the peach tree, looking towards the courtyard gate in the rain of flowers, and whispered softly: "I'm waiting for you."

Waiting for whom? Waiting for that scholar who, through the years, has never returned since he left to paint for you?

Don't wait for him.

Tell me where you are, let me find you...

An interesting story has been circulating in the Shanghai business district recently.

"The third young master of the Xie family seems to be obsessed with something recently. He keeps yelling about looking for someone and hasn't even driven his favorite sports car in many days."

“The places I go to the most are actually major museums and auctions.”

"It is said that he also privately collects scrolls and fans related to Peach Blossom Beauty."

"The family has sought help from several masters, but to no avail. Only a senior monk from Lingyin Temple gave the answer with a single word: 'fate'. It's so mysterious, and no matter how much he tries, he won't tell us. I don't understand."

Then, the scene changed and returned to the protagonist He He.

He He poked the rat boss's hair and asked, "What are your wishes?"

"Squeak~"

"You forgot I don't understand what you're saying. Come, let our Golden Monkey translate and relay it to you."

He He handed the paper and pen to the golden monkey.

This time, Jin Hou did not take the pen. Instead, he scratched his head and pointed in the direction of the study, signaling He He to turn around.

He He followed the golden monkey's movements and turned around, not understanding why. He twitched his nose and asked, "Where does the floral scent come from?"

A scent of peach blossoms first wafted into He He's nose, and then his eyes widened. The sandalwood box opened automatically, and a folding fan slowly floated out from inside.

The folding fan unfolded, and with the fragrance of flowers becoming more intense, peach petals fell, and the beauty on the fan stepped out of the fan into reality.

With a wave of her slender jade fingers, the beauty fan fell lightly into her palm.

Shan Ling, who was wearing a pink skirt, bowed to He He and said, "My humble servant is honored to meet you, kind man."

He He looked down at the twelve little creatures on the table, then looked up at the graceful Fan Ling. Although he didn't understand how the Fan Ling woke up so quickly, he still waved his hands and said:

"This... young lady, you can't do this. I'm not a kind person. He He, just call me He He."

The fan spirit, which carried its own fragrance as it walked, covered its lips with its sleeve and chuckled softly: "He is a kind person to us."

As she spoke, Shan Ling bowed deeply again and said, "Please help me find my husband, so that we can renew our love. I am willing to repay your kindness with a grass ring."

"That's not necessary. Hey, sister, don't cry. It's not that I don't want to help you. Let's sit down and talk slowly."

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ps: This part of the text is relatively short because it is a TV series. Other dramas and daily life will be interspersed in the middle of the show. There will be less than two thousand words of Chinese plot in the next chapter.