Chapter 46 Chapter 46
The Golden Lily Awards red carpet live stream is underway.
The barrage is filled with laughter and occasional comments on the celebrities' red carpet looks, or cheers for their idols—everything is normal.
Until Qin Wen appears.
【These media outlets are acting strange. Their questions were so sharp before, but now that Qin Wen's here, they've suddenly started going easy… no, wait, they're going overboard!】
【HAHAHAHAHA, are these aftershocks from the Six Gates celebratory banquet?】
【Qin Wen, the media nemesis】
【A classic that will be passed down. If you're curious, search for Qin Wen's interview at the Six Gates celebratory banquet.】
【I heard there's another battle between Qin Wen and the media today, so I came! But the media are actually backing down! Poor rating!】
【Leave the media alone, they're human beings too HAHAHAHAHA】
…
After Qin Wen finishes walking the red carpet, Gu Xing Shi goes inside early and sits in the manager's area.
He happens to be sitting next to the manager from Xingyao Media.
This is a woman with a very capable appearance and attire. As soon as she sees him, she approaches and greets him: "Mr. Gu, hello. I'm Xia Ruoying's new manager, my name is Ji Wangshu."
Gu Xing Shi shakes hands with her.
They exchange brief pleasantries.
Ji Wangshu smiles and says: "Regarding Ruoying's previous incident, thank you for your help, Mr. Gu."
Gu Xing Shi shakes his head: "You're welcome, it's nothing major."
Ji Wangshu had expected that someone so young and in such a high position would have a more arrogant personality, but Gu Xing Shi is so approachable, making people feel comfortable.
Ji Wangshu's tense mood immediately relaxes.
Gu Xing Shi thinks of something and says: "I also haven't thanked you for lending Qin Wen clothes."
Ji Wangshu has vaguely heard rumors, and doesn't dare take credit, quickly saying: "Mr. Gu, you're too kind, Le Shi and Xingyao's relationship… need I say more? What's yours is ours!"
Before, they didn't have the opportunity, only watching Sun Hongfei curry favor. Now that they've finally gotten on Mr. Gu's good side, they must hold on tight and strive for promotion and salary increases.
Gu Xing Shi is surprised by her enthusiasm.
Who says large companies are cold and heartless? They are clearly very righteous. He only helped Xia Ruoying with a small favor, and the entire company is thanking him.
He thinks of Sun Hongfei again, "Ah, Lao Sun is such a warm-hearted person too!"
He can't help but exclaim: "Your company's corporate culture is indeed excellent."
Ji Wangshu: "It's mainly thanks to President Qin's good leadership!"
Gu Xing Shi: …
If there's any flaw, it's that the hero-worship is a bit excessive.
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Soon, the awards ceremony officially begins.
The Best Newcomer Award is presented early on. As the host announces the nominees, the camera pans across each candidate.
Gu Xing Shi can't help but clench his fists.
Regarding this award, he has done everything he can.
Finally, it's time for the announcement, even though he's usually carefree, he still can't help but feel nervous.
He subconsciously looks at Qin Wen, and sees Qin Wen with his hands clasped, even though he's trying to hide it, he can still feel his nervousness and anticipation.
At this highly anticipated moment, the award presenter finally opens the envelope.
"At the 32nd Golden Lily Awards, the Best Newcomer Award goes to Qin Wen for 'Six Gates Secrets'. Congratulations!!"
Qin Wen is stunned for a moment, then his expression relaxes, and a joyful smile appears on his face.
He subconsciously looks towards Gu Xing Shi's location, and although he can only see him from afar, he still gives him a big smile.
The camera pans across the other nominees and guests, and everyone shows encouraging smiles and applauds.
【Congratulations, Brother Qin!!! That's amazing!!】
【This year's Best Newcomer is probably the least controversial in recent years, right?】
【After all, it's half the entertainment industry's affirmation of his acting skills, and it's a hugely popular TV drama. Even from an objective data standpoint, the other nominees can't compare.】
The camera follows Qin Wen as he slowly walks onto the stage.
He receives the trophy and flowers from the award presenter. The heavy weight feels like the anticipation of this period has finally come to fruition.
He walks to the microphone, looks at the crowd below, and suddenly feels a little dazed.
From his revenge for his sister to being imprisoned, he thought his life was over.
Until Gu Xing Shi appeared, giving him a new life.
"The reason I can receive this award today, the person I want to thank most is my manager, and also my boss, Gu Xing Shi."
Qin Wen looks up towards Gu Xing Shi's direction.
The camera also focuses on Gu Xing Shi's face.
【Ahhhhhhhh, struck by Gu's beauty!】
【Wuwuwu, ever since I learned about Brother Qin's experience, I'm so grateful that he met Gu. Gu is the best manager in the world!】
【Brother Qin's acceptance speech is so touching. Don't worry, with Gu around, you'll have a smooth path ahead!】
Qin Wen holds the trophy, but doesn't return to his seat. Instead, he runs to Gu Xing Shi and gives him a light hug, then places the trophy in Gu Xing Shi's hands.
Gu Xing Shi is stunned.
Qin Wen says somewhat shyly, but also firmly: "This is my first award, it doesn't just belong to me, it also belongs to you. I'll win more awards for you in the future."
The camera perfectly captures this scene. Qin Wen smiles happily, raising Gu Xing Shi's hand, as if showing off that he has finally given the trophy to the most important person.
【The first time I've seen such a good relationship between an artist and their manager. It's surprisingly touching】
【Brother Qin's vow is also touching, both of them are amazing!】
After giving the trophy to Gu Xing Shi, Qin Wen finally returns to his seat, content.
Gu Xing Shi holds the trophy, smiling helplessly, yet proudly.
This guy…
But this is perhaps the sense of accomplishment of being a manager.
Other managers around cast envious glances at him.
As the person closest to the artist, in such a situation, although the artist will thank them, they rarely share such a glorious moment with the artist.
As the awards ceremony progresses, it soon reaches the first major award – Best Director.
The atmosphere in the venue becomes serious.
Until the presenter says: "At the 32nd Golden Lily Awards, the Best Director Award goes to Gao Shen for 'Six Gates Secrets'. Congratulations, Director Gao!"
The Six Gates crew erupts in cheers. Everyone rushes to hug Gao Shen.
Gao Shen's eyes are also wet.
He walks onto the stage, accepts the trophy, and smiles: "Although this isn't my first time receiving this award, it's my first time receiving the Best Director Award. I don't know why, but it feels heavier than the Best Screenplay Award."
The venue erupts in good-natured laughter.
Gao Shen makes a small joke, then continues his acceptance speech, until finally: "For the birth of this drama, there's one more person I want to thank – Mr. Gu, thank you."
The camera once again focuses on Gu Xing Shi.
He's still happily holding Qin Wen's trophy, and when his name is suddenly called, he looks up in a daze.
【Ahhhhhhhh, struck by Gu's beauty again!】
【HAHAHAHAHA, Mr. Gu is so cute, like a student caught daydreaming and called on to answer a question】
【Am I the only one curious why Director Gao would thank Mr. Gu?】
As if hearing the netizens' comments, Gao Shen smiles and says: "Without Mr. Gu, we might not have this crew. Our crew has gone through many ups and downs, and to be able to finally finish filming and be loved by everyone, Mr. Gu's contribution is undeniable."
【I think I've heard this rumor. It's said that originally the villain was played by Wu Tao, but wasn't he arrested? I heard he had gambling debts and even tried to take inappropriate photos of his co-stars. Thankfully, Mr. Gu discovered it in time, preventing the incident.】
【Goodness! There was such a thing!】
【That's not all. I heard that the original investor wasn't Sweet Orange Video, and the original investor wanted to cancel the project and withdraw investment. It was thanks to Mr. Gu's good relationship with Sweet Orange that they secured investment】
Now, the surrounding managers look at Gu Xing Shi differently.
After all, there are managers who are thanked by their own artists, but managers who are thanked by directors are rare.
After the Best Director Award, several technical awards are presented before finally reaching the Best Actress award.
As the most fiercely contested award at this year's Golden Lily Awards, even the presenter pauses longer than before.
Xia Ruoying purses her lips.
As a previous frontrunner, she was caught up in the previous incident. Normally, she would have no chance.
But this year's awards ceremony seems unusually fair, there are no unexpected dark horses, almost all awards are well-deserved, and it gives her a little hope.
When the presenter calls out her name, she's momentarily dazed.
Is it her?
Did she really win?
Until everyone hugs her and congratulates her, she realizes that yes, she won.
Xia Ruoying walks onto the stage somewhat dazed, and tears fall as soon as she opens her mouth.
She uses all her strength to swallow her tears, and says in a choked voice: "I want to thank many people, but the person I want to thank most right now is Mr. Gu. When I was at my lowest point, Mr. Gu called me and encouraged me, thank you."
【Wuwuwuwu, so Ruoruo had such an experience, thank you Mr. Gu!】
【Fans are really grateful to Mr. Gu, oh yes, and the 10086 big boss】
【Mr. Gu is really an angel, repeatedly struck by his charm tonight】
In the manager's area, everyone secretly looks at Ji Wangshu.
After all, their own artist is thanking another manager, can they bear it?
But Ji Wangshu doesn't care at all, and even continues chatting happily with Gu Xing Shi.
Several people whisper: "Why didn't we know the relationship between Xingyao Media and Mr. Gu was so good before?"
A few who know the inside story hear this and think: You guys don't understand, it's not that Xingyao Media and Mr. Gu have a good relationship, it's that President Qin and Mr. Gu have a good relationship!
As the awards ceremony draws to a close, it reaches the final award of the night – Best Television Drama of the Year.
Unsurprisingly, this biggest award is also won by the Six Gates crew.
The director also learns his lesson, and before they can give their acceptance speeches, he focuses the camera on Gu Xing Shi.
Therefore, as soon as Gu Xing Shi looks up, he meets the grateful gazes of the entire crew.
【Let's thank Mr. Gu –】
【What's wrong with this crew! You can't win without thanking Mr. Gu HAHAHAHA】