Note that this book is a slow-burn novel, and it will become increasingly exciting as the story progresses.
It starts from 2002, beginning at the Beijing Film Academy, and starting with the H...
After the song ended, the audience was shouting.
"Andy Lau, Andy Lau, I love you!!!"
Andy Lau smiled as he looked at the audience below the stage.
"Hello everyone, this is Andy Lau. I'm so happy to be here with you all at the Hengdian BBQ Festival today. Enjoy the food and drinks! The music keeps playing, the food keeps coming, let's drink up!!!"
The background music started playing again.
Black Panther has released another song, a classic "Lonely Soul".
Zeng Li waved her hands and nestled in Shen Fang's arms off the field.
"Hey, isn't that Zeng Li?" Xu Cai Ren nudged Li Lianhua's shoulder. Tonight is the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the cast and crew of "Da Ming Feng Hua" who had finished filming had all come back to join in the fun after their dinner party.
It's a barbecue festival, a food festival, and you can even listen to songs by Black Panther and Andy Lau. It's quite interesting for them.
Li Jianghua looked over following Xu Cairen's directions.
"It really is him. That guy must be the one who gave her the flowers. He looks so tall and strong. Should we go over and say hello? And see what this suitor is like?"
Xu Cai Ren frowned; she felt like she had seen this person's back somewhere before.
"I'm asking you a question. Should we go over and take a look?" Li Lianhua nudged Xu Cairen.
Xu Cairen glanced at Li Lianhua: "Are you that curious?"
Li Lianhua pouted: "Aren't you curious?"
"I'm not curious."
"Then why did you make me look at it?"
"Um, I'm just so bored. Your braised pig's feet are ready, do you want some?" Xu Cairen interrupted. She had already figured out who that man was, and going over to bother him now would only cause trouble for Zeng Li. If it really was that man, everyone would be embarrassed. Xu Cairen was determined to cultivate a good relationship with Zeng Li.
"Eat, eat, eat! Replenishing collagen! This Northeastern barbecue really reminds me of the taste of home," Li Lianhua said, drooling.
Later, several lesser-known singers joined, such as the Yu Quan duo, Huang Zheng, Li Shengjie, and Huang Pinyuan. At this point, they were still relatively unknown and lacked widespread recognition.
At 10 p.m., the barbecue festival came to an end.
"Would you like to come with me to meet Andy Lau?"
Zeng Li excitedly took Shen Fang's arm.
Is that okay?
Shen Fang smiled and said, "Of course you can."
Shen Fang took out his phone and dialed Shen Kun's number.
"Xiao Kun, where are you?"
"Uncle, I'm having a late-night snack with Brother Hua, Dou Xian, and the others at President Xu's hotel."
"That hotel?"
"Springtime scenery in Jiangnan, 888."
"Okay, I'll be right there."
They invited Liu Xing and the other two to come to the spring scenery of Jiangnan.
"Brother Liu, you should head back now. It's getting late, so get some rest. Take advantage of the barbecue festival to get some skewers and beer."
Liu Xing hesitated, "President Shen, I'm your personal bodyguard, this..."
"If you don't have good taste, it won't suit you. You'll meet people there tonight. Go ahead."
Liu Xing nodded.
The two entered VIP room 888, where people were drinking and having a good time.
When Andy Lau saw Chen Fang arrive, he quickly greeted him.
"President Shen."
Shen Fang waved his hand: "Brother Hua, just call me Xiao Fang, don't be so polite."
"I wouldn't dare, Mr. Shen. Your name is now a household name in Hong Kong. You're practically a god of wealth in the entertainment industry."
Shen Fang smiled and said, "You guys helped us a lot with Tencent's IPO. This is my girlfriend, Zeng Li. She's a big fan of yours."
Andy Lau was slightly taken aback. "Isn't your girlfriend Kelly Chen?" But he couldn't say anything about the big boss's business, so he asked enthusiastically.
"Miss Zeng, you are very beautiful. You and President Shen are a perfect match."
Zeng Li was extremely embarrassed.
Shen Kun, who was standing to the side, gave Shen Fang a thumbs up and moved closer to him.
"Third Uncle, awesome, you've got another one. Now we can have two mahjong tables when we go home for Chinese New Year."
The Black Panther band members standing nearby had long heard of Shen Fang, a big shot in the industry. Everyone in Beijing knew him.
With a smile, Shen said, "I listen to Black Panther Band's songs all the time. How about you guys have a drink?"
The two took their seats.
The group ate and chatted.
"Mr. Shen, this barbecue festival was pretty good, wasn't it?"
"Mr. Xu, it's well done, but the venue is a bit small and there aren't enough people. With this experience, we should promote it in advance next time."
Xu Wensheng nodded: "There's also a Hengdian Music Festival during the National Day holiday. This time, I plan to invite all the well-known bands and singers in the industry that I can. Brother Hua, you should also find some familiar Hong Kong singers to come. Don't worry about the remuneration; it will definitely be very generous."
Andy Lau put down his wine glass and smiled, "No problem. As the spokesperson for Hengdian, I will definitely do my best."
"Brother Hua, next year's 'No Thieves Under Heaven' for Chinese people will still be your partners with Zeng Li."
Andy Lau was taken aback: "Partner? Isn't it Lau Nai Cha?"
Shen Fang smiled: "Liu Milk Tea? I don't think she's a good match for you. This so-called artistic goddess has no aesthetic sense and no decent works to show for it. Just because she was recommended by Taiwan, she wants to get the lead role?"
“I invested in this film. Feng Xiaogang mainly wanted her to win an award in Taiwan. Hong Kong also has the Hong Kong Film Awards, and I am quite familiar with Chairman Wen.”
Shen Fang's words revealed several things. First, Liu Ruoying has lost the lead role, and he now wants to promote Zeng Li to the top. Feng Xiaogang wants to win an award; if the Golden Horse Award is gone, there's still the Hong Kong Film Award.
Actually, Feng Xiaogang and Wang Zhongjun had already agreed to this, but no one knew about it yet, since Liu Yingcha had already been notified of the audition. It was basically a done deal; even if the role were to be recast, they would need to find a suitable time and a suitable reason.
Andy Lau smiled at Zeng Li: "I'm really looking forward to acting with Ms. Zeng."
Zeng Li was incredibly excited, gazing at Shen Fang with tender affection.
"I'm also looking forward to it. Brother Hua, I'd like to propose a toast to you."
Everyone toasted and exchanged drinks.
At 11:30, everyone dispersed.
Shen Fang walked down the street with Zeng Li's arm around her waist. Under the guidance of the bright moon, the two were very romantic.
As we walked, we arrived at the hotel entrance.
Shen Fang grinned mischievously, "Want to come up for a seat? I brought Wangcai with me; it can do backflips!"
Zeng Li blushed deeply: "Too, too fast..."
"It's true, my cat really can do backflips."
Zeng Li lowered her head and said, "I don't believe it."
"Come on, I'll take you upstairs to have a look."
Shen Fang pulled Zeng Li by the hand and they got into the elevator. At that moment, Zeng Li's heart began to pound, she felt her body getting hotter and hotter, and her mind started racing. It was as if two little voices were fighting inside her head.
Oh dear, why did I go back to the hotel with him? Girls should be more reserved.
Oh well, since you've already accepted him, you'll have to give it to him sooner or later anyway, it's fine.
No, no, if it's too easy for a man to get his hands on you, he won't cherish you.
Oh dear, Shen Fang already said he would take care of you for the rest of your life.
That's not good. He said his cat can do backflips, which is obviously nonsense. He just wants to sleep with you.
So what if you slept with her? How old are you? Can you really keep your virginity forever? You're practically an old maid by now.
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