Chapter 152 [Welcome Z, the top donor, to the live stream!]

At noon, Zhao Wei called Xia Mian again to inform him that the live stream would start at 6 p.m., at which time the platform would start streaming, including but not limited to splash screen animation, scrolling playback in the top recommendation position on the homepage, external media promotion, etc.

The platform was very sincere, and Xia Mian was in a good mood today, so she readily agreed.

Before ending the call, Xia Mian asked, "Brother Wei, any news from the film crew?"

"The production team hasn't given any news. I heard that the investors are working hard to find actors, but the situation doesn't seem to be very good."

"And what about our company's side?"

Oriental Entertainment also invested in "Legend of the Dragon". Otherwise, given Xia Mian's qualifications, she would have had a hard time getting a supporting role.

Oriental Entertainment certainly doesn't want its initial investment to go to waste. The company focuses on training actors and has produced many TV and film stars. If any of its young actors have available time, or are nearing the end of their current project, they can take on a new project early, or even be willing to work on multiple projects simultaneously, wouldn't that solve the problem?

Zhao Wei knew what he wanted to ask and sighed: "The current situation is that the more senior actors are unwilling to lower themselves to act in period dramas, while the promising young actors are unwilling to take on this mess. Moreover, the company also has to consider the costs."

Indeed, with so many problems arising from "Legend of the Dragon," it's now a hot potato. As Zhao Wei said, experienced actors are unwilling to act in period dramas, and it's better for a popular young actor to spend half a year taking on a mess than to choose a good script himself.

Moreover, for Dongyu Entertainment, the sunk costs are already high enough. Sacrificing another artist would be less profitable than taking on some normal projects.

In other words, the company doesn't want to keep putting money into it.

"Don't think about it anymore, just focus on preparing for the live stream," Zhao Wei comforted him. "If it doesn't work out, I'll find you another script."

That's what they say, but shortly after filming began, the entire series was ruined because of a scandal involving him. Which production team would want him then?

"Aaaaaah~" Xia Mian wailed.

Zhao Wei laughed and said, "Take it easy. Everything is the best arrangement of fate. Besides, I've been busy for half a year, isn't it good to rest at home?"

Not good.

They're practically divorced.

Oh right, I also need to report the divorce to the company. Xia Mian suddenly remembered this and tentatively asked, "Brother Wei, if, I mean if, I get a divorce..."

"Wait, don't say anything yet," Zhao Wei pressed his philtrum, "Let me prepare myself mentally, I'm afraid I'll have a high blood pressure attack."

"...Alright then."

After a few seconds, Zhao Wei asked, "What was the reason for the divorce, Tan Jingcheng? Didn't you clarify that it was all a misunderstanding that night?"

“It’s not Tan Jingcheng’s fault. Who does he think he is?” Xia Mian herself didn’t know where to begin. “Anyway, we’re just not compatible. We can’t even sleep in the same bed.”

Listen to that tone, so condescending, just like Jay Chou's, and he even says they're not on the same wavelength.

Zhao Wei respected his thoughts and provided the necessary guidance: "Xia, you're very popular now, which is definitely due to your own hard work, but there are also some objective factors, you understand?"

Xia Mian certainly understood; Zhou Pingchuan's endorsement had played a crucial role in her smooth rise to stardom.

Although Zhou Pingchuan didn't directly invest in him or spend money to buy him trending topics or traffic, as long as Zhou Pingchuan exists and their marriage continues, his competitors will have to think twice before trying to take him down.

The most obvious example is that during the filming of "Legend of the Dragon", no matter how much Tan Jingcheng disliked him, he did not dare to ask the director to cut his scenes, nor did he dare to join other actors to ostracize him. He only dared to secretly do something behind the scenes.

Even Zhao Wei never suggested taking him to those shady dinner parties—he wasn't a newcomer; he had seen the most sordid side of the glamorous circle.

Of course, I understand summer hibernation.

"I know, I'm prepared," Xia Mian said lightly. "Anyway, our contract is only for one year. If I really can't make it in the entertainment industry, I can terminate the contract after a year and become a male model. With my looks, I'm worth at least..."

"Brother, stop this nonsense!" Zhao Wei's blood pressure was really rising. "This is still far from being finalized, so let's stop researching it for now and get ready for tonight's live stream."

Xia Mian was just joking; he's perfectly capable, and has a good education in real life, so why would he need to go into business? He kindly let Zhao Wei go and went to prepare for his dance performance that evening.

The platform requires live streams to start at two hours. Such a long time can easily tire viewers out, so it's important to pay attention to the pace of the live stream.

Xia Mian plans to learn some popular dances these days. Oh, and also, she can let the audience order food themselves, which will enhance interaction.

After doing her homework all afternoon, Xia Mian discovered that live streaming is a very profound subject, even more complex than going into business!

At 6 p.m., after setting up the equipment, he finally started the live broadcast on time.

The platform launched a massive promotional campaign, and before Xia Mian even entered, there were already over two million people waiting inside.

Xia Mian was startled and quickly greeted everyone, "Hello everyone, I'm actress Xia Mian. It's great to meet you all on a Friday afternoon. What are you all busy with? Have you all finished get off work yet?"

The platform chose 6 o'clock because it is the time when office workers get off work, and they can watch the live stream during their commute.

Sure enough, the audience responded one after another:

[Just clocked out of work, and the thought of Saturday and Sunday coming up soon makes me incredibly happy!]

[Already on the subway, phone fully charged, getting ready to watch my baby's live stream, hehe]

[I'm being envious of these 996 office workers. I was watching the live stream while munching on my dinner, and then I still had to keep writing my proposal. So touching.]

Sigh, who isn't a workhorse? Even though I don't work 9-to-9, I don't have days off...

The fans each had their own difficulties, and Xia Mian felt uncomfortable seeing this. She comforted them in her own way: "Many familiar faces came today too. Bobo Fish, Luoshan Wuyu, Jingning..."

He read out the IDs of several fans, all of whom had posted comments and been active yesterday.

Being recognized by your favorite celebrity is incredibly exciting for fans, and it can even help to alleviate the fatigue from working overtime.

Seeing that Xia Mian had such a good memory, fans who were usually unwilling to interact with the chat were eager to try it out and experience being called out by their idol. The number of chat messages reached a small peak at this moment.

Of course, some of them were jealous:

[Hey everyone, look here! I was here yesterday too!]

[Don't you remember me, streamer? I'm the one who sent you a sports car yesterday.]

Last night I gifted three yachts, and you even tried to stop me. Now you've forgotten all about me. I'm so good, but Mianmian is so bad!

The fans were crying and sobbing, and Xia Mian was at a loss, so anxious that she wanted to read out the name of each fan.

There were just too many people in the live stream. Not only could he not read them all, but his eyes were also getting blurry. He had to squint slightly to carefully distinguish the rapidly scrolling words.

At that moment, a burst of colorful light flashed by, and the summer retina suffered a huge impact. It cursed inwardly, "What kind of lousy special effects are these? Are they trying to blind people?"

In fact, this special effect has to be incredibly cool.

This is because the top donor in the live stream's gift rankings—referred to as the "Top Donor"—receives a special honor: "Welcome Top Donor Z to the live stream!"

fan:"......"

Alright, what's there to complain about? Compared to Boss Z, the little things you've acquired are less than coins, right?

Greetings to Boss Z! Long live Boss Z!