Chapter 84: Zhan Hongling Finished
The orange-yellow sunset glowed against the sky, and the calls of birds returning to their nests could be heard in the distance. At dusk, the crew of "Wulin Waijiao" was filming Zhan Hongling's last scene.
Liu Shishi holds a sword in her hand and wears a long black cloak on her shoulders, perfectly interpreting the image of a heroic female constable in ancient costume.
At this moment in front of the camera, Liu Shishi seemed to be hesitant to speak, with reluctance in her eyes, and was bidding farewell to everyone at Tongfu Inn in front of her.
No words can express the sadness of parting, so he said slowly: "Okay, take care, everyone, and see you later."
Bai Zhantang, played by Qiao Zhengyu, gazed at Bai Yueguang, who was married to a woman, and finally smiled with relief, "Take care!"
"Take care of yourself too!" Liu Shishi smiled sweetly, her bright red hairband swaying slightly, and she turned and left gracefully without a trace of attachment.
"Pass! Very good! The crew can call it a day!"
With the announcement from director Shang Jin, Liu Shishi successfully completed today's filming, which was also her last scene in the "Wulin Waijia" crew.
"Congratulations, Shishi, on finishing the filming!" Qiao Zhengyu smiled at Liu Shishi who had returned to the inn.
"Thank you, senior brother! Thank you, Sister Yan! Thank you all for taking care of me in the crew." Liu Shishi's eyes were moist. She bowed to all the leading actors, thanking everyone for their guidance and help this week.
As the big sister of the crew, Yan Ni hurried forward to help Liu Shishi up, and said softly: "Silly girl, why are you still crying? You should be happy that the filming was successfully completed!"
Liu Shishi wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes. She couldn't help herself just now. It was a relief from a week of hard work, and she was crying with joy after finishing the filming.
"I was too excited and made everyone laugh at me!"
Shang Jin walked up to the crowd with a complicated look on his face, and said to Liu Shishi with emotion: "Xiao Liu, you have really grown up. You acted the last scene very vividly. Compared to when you first came to the crew, you have made great progress."
From the employer's resistance when they first hired Liu Shishi to their heartfelt praise today, Shang Jin has noticed every bit of progress Liu Shishi has made over the past week. This girl is not squeamish, can endure hardships, and has some talent. She does have a promising future.
Hearing the director's approval, Liu Shishi smiled happily, her eyes curved into a pair of crescents, "Thank you Director Shang for not thinking I'm stupid, and for taking the trouble to guide me and patiently explain the play to me."
Shang Jin waved his hands, not taking credit for himself, and said with a hearty smile: "It's what I should do, and it's mainly because of your own efforts."
Liu Shishi remembered what her boyfriend had said to her about the ways of the world that night, and she invited the director and all the leading actors.
"Please do me a favor, Director Shang and all the teachers. I'll host you tonight and let's go have a barbecue together."
"I have something to do tonight so I won't go. You young people should have fun, but don't play too late. Everyone except Xiao Liu has to continue filming tomorrow."
Shang Jin knew that everyone would be uncomfortable if he was present, so he made up a reason to politely decline Liu Shishi's invitation.
Seeing Shang Jin decline, Liu Shishi hurriedly invited him again, but Shang Jin smiled, shook his head, turned around and left in a free and easy manner.
In fact, everyone knew that the director would definitely not attend such a small gathering of young people, and Liu Shishi was just being polite.
After Liu Shishi, Qiao Zhengyu and others returned to the dressing room to remove their makeup and change into their costumes, they drove to a barbecue restaurant in the suburbs of Beijing.
This shop was introduced by Qiao Zhengyu. The boss is from Northeast China and has excellent skills. The seasoning of the grilled skewers is just right and the flavor is unique. It is a unique barbecue in the surrounding area and is very famous locally.
The fragrant grilled lamb skewers are mouth-watering. Every drop of fat sizzles in the flames, releasing an intoxicating aroma. The boss keeps bringing the grilled delicacies to the table for everyone to taste.
Yan Ni, Yao Chen, Ni Hongjie, Yu Entai, Jiang Chao, together with Qiao Zhengyu, Liu Shishi, and the young actor Wang Shasha, a total of eight people sat together. The atmosphere at the table was lively and they were chatting about all sorts of things.
Because they had to shoot early the next morning, no one drank white wine. The three men and the generous Yan Ni and Yao Chen opened two boxes of beer. Liu Shishi and Ni Hongjie accompanied Wang Shasha to drink juice.
Jiang Chao drank the beer in his glass, and said with a hint of melancholy as he was drunk, "I wonder if our "Wulin Wai Zhuan" can be a big hit."
He entered the industry at the age of 18 and played minor roles for 8 years before he was spotted by Shang Jin when he performed in the drama "Wings of Peace" by chance.
He became famous in 2002 for his role in "The Story of the Kitchen Team". His many years of career as a supporting actor made him experience the ups and downs of life and he longed for fame.
Not expecting anyone to give him an answer, Jiang Chao just poured out to everyone his many years of aggrieved and bitter experiences as a supporting actor. When he was deeply moved, he even shed a few tiger tears, which made everyone sigh.
Yu Entai was a graduate of the Donghai Drama Academy. Although he followed an academic route and rarely acted in drama groups, he had heard about how fierce the competition was in the circle. When he heard Jiang Chao talk about his life as a supporting actor, he was greatly shocked by the hardships and depression.
Yan Ni, Yao Chen and others also felt the same way and sighed repeatedly. The oldest Yan Ni has been in the industry for more than ten years, but now he is just an invisible person in the circle, which shows that the road to fame in the entertainment industry is bumpy and long.
Yao Chen nudged Qiao Zhengyu next to him with his arm, "Old Qiao, tell me, you are the most famous among our group, tell us what it feels like to be famous."
Qiao Zhengyu is considered the most famous person in the crew, with a salary of 4,000 yuan per episode. The salaries of the other leading actors are less than half of his.
Qiao Zhengyu was also a little confused. Seeing that everyone was staring at him, he smiled bitterly and said helplessly:
"I really don't know what it feels like to be famous. I don't have any high-end brand endorsements, and I haven't won any major awards in the industry. How can this be considered famous?
It was only when So Young was aired that it attracted some attention when it appeared on several variety shows to promote the show. "
Qiao Zhengyu entered the entertainment industry in 2000 and later became famous for playing Ouyang Mingri in "Snow Goddess Dragon".
It was not until the broadcast of "So Young" this year that he became famous and took on several commercial performances. All in all, he was only famous for three months, and then he joined the crew of "Wulin Waijia" to film.
The company has made a plan for him that after "Wulin Waijia" is broadcast next year, he will have one or two representative works. At that time, they will help him get endorsements and transform him to fully impact the big screen.
Qiao Zhengyu also recognized Tengda’s career plan for him, which is why he focused on filming in the “Wulin Waijiao” crew, keeping a low profile and waiting for the opportunity to soar to fame.
Yao Chen rolled his eyes and said unhappily, "Come on, forget it. You at least have a movie called "So Young" to back you up, have appeared on popular variety shows, and have your own fans. If you're not famous, then we really are unknown in the industry."
Liu Shishi listened attentively, and seeing everyone sighing and moaning, she asked in confusion, "Is the road to fame really that difficult?"
She has been relatively smooth sailing since her debut. She started out as the second female lead in "Moon Shadow and Wind Lotus" and later signed a contract with the leading costume drama Tangren Film and Television. Her boyfriend's company also provides her with some resources. Although she is not famous at the moment, she has a promising future. I really can't empathize with her.
Yan Ni also took a sip of beer: "It's difficult. The most ridiculous thing is that even if you work hard and make efforts, there may not be any rewards."
Jiang Chao seemed to be talking a lot today, rambling on and on, as if he wanted to vent all the grievances he had accumulated over the years.
"Among us, apart from Old Qiao, I think only you, Shishi, have the potential to become a big star. Your looks mean that I am destined not to be the male lead."
It is important for people to know themselves. His goal is to play a golden supporting role and be a good supporting actor.
"Old Joe is the best. With a big company behind him and good looks, he will be successful soon. I'd like to offer you a toast. I hope you can help me in the future."
After saying that, Jiang Chao held the cup with both hands and toasted Qiao Zhengyu.
Qiao Zhengyu also raised his glass in response, "Brother Jiang, you are too polite. I will definitely introduce you to a suitable role in the company later."
As the number one boss of Tengda, it is still possible for me to introduce and recommend a few supporting roles.
Yu Entai saw that the atmosphere at the table was a bit dull, so he changed the subject, "Okay, let's not talk about these sad topics. People's fortunes are very different. We are unknown, but that doesn't mean that Shishi and Shasha are the same. Life is not just about the present, but also about poetry and the distance.
I think Shishi has a bright future. Shishi, you will leave the group tomorrow. This is your wrap-up dinner. Let's toast to you together."
Upon hearing this, everyone raised their glasses to toast Liu Shishi and send their best wishes before parting.
Liu Shishi picked up the drink in the cup and said modestly: "I toast to everyone. Thank you for your care this week."
The dinner was a great pleasure for both hosts and guests, and lasted until after ten o'clock in the evening. Everyone was imagining the future and looking forward to the huge viewership of "Wulin Waijia", with happiness and satisfaction on their faces.
Knock, knock, knock! The next morning, Song Ci stood outside the guest room and knocked gently on the door. Shi Ye had finished filming yesterday, and today, Saturday, he rushed to the crew to pick up his girlfriend and take her home.
But after a moment, "Who is it?" Liu Shishi's voice came, a little unclear, and containing a hint of vigilance.
Song Ci nodded, praising his girlfriend for her strong sense of safety, "It's me, Shishi."
Hearing the familiar voice that was cold but magnetic, Liu Shishi quickly opened the door, and her boyfriend's handsome face immediately appeared in front of her.
Liu Shishi's bare face immediately revealed a bright smile. She put her hands around her boyfriend's neck and, because she had a toothbrush in her mouth, she said incoherently, "You're here, Yi Yi."
Song Ci didn't say anything, but just held Miss Liu in his arms, his lips like feathers imprinted on her forehead and brows, gentle and affectionate, quiet and warm.
After not seeing each other for a week, Liu Shishi was also passionate and wanted to kiss her boyfriend very much. Unfortunately, she had a toothbrush in her mouth, so she could only regretfully break away from Song Ci's warm embrace.
"Come in, honey. I'm going to wash up first." She turned around and pulled her boyfriend into the guest room and rushed into the bathroom.
Ten minutes later, Liu Shishi finished washing up and looked at Song Ci standing in front of the window gazing into the distance. She poured a glass of water for her boyfriend and said gently, "Yi Yi, have a drink of water and rest for a while. I haven't put on makeup yet. It will take a while."
Song Ci took the water cup, stared at Liu Shishi's pure and beautiful face, and laughed. He hadn't seen her for a week and felt that Shi Shi had really grown up. When she served him tea and water, she had the temperament of a good wife and mother.
Seeing that the little brother was staring at her, Liu Shishi held up her pretty face with both hands and asked in confusion, "Why are you looking at me like that, my dear?"
Song Ci spoke from the bottom of his heart, "I appreciate your beauty. I think you don't need to put on makeup. My Shishi is beautiful enough without makeup. She would be too beautiful with makeup."
Liu Shishi was so coaxed by her boyfriend that she smiled happily and said coquettishly, "You are so smooth-talking!"
Standing on tiptoes, she gently kissed Song Ci's cheek with her soft lips, and without waiting for her boyfriend to move, she lightly pulled away to put on makeup.
Knock, knock, knock. There's another knock on the door.
"Honey, I'm putting on makeup, go open the door."
Liu Shishi's voice came from the bathroom. With her boyfriend around, there was no need to be overly cautious. She asked Song Ci to open the door directly.
Song Ci was neither hurried nor slow. After taking a sip of water, he casually put the teacup on the table before going to open the door.
"Master..."
When Yan Ni saw that it was a man coming out of Master Liu's room, he immediately showed a vigilant look and asked in a stern voice: "Who are you, where is Master Liu?"
Yan Ni and Qiao Zhengyu went to work on the crew early in the morning. They walked together and happened to pass by Liu Shishi's room. They wanted to say hello and say goodbye formally, but they didn't expect that it was not Liu Shishi who opened the door.
Qiao Zhengyu recognized Song Ci at a glance, "You are screenwriter Song!"
Qiao Zhengyu knew Song Ci and was deeply impressed by him. At the celebration party for "So Young", Gao Yuanyuan asked him about Song Ci.
He was very nervous when he saw Song Ci's appearance, because he was so handsome. If he was a male artist of Tengda, it would definitely impact his position as the top artist in the company. Fortunately, after asking Jiang Tiantian, he found out that Song Ci was the screenwriter of "So Young", and he was relieved.
However, because of this incident, he still remembered Song Ci's appearance clearly, so he could naturally recognize him at a glance with such a high degree of recognition.
Yan Ni turned sideways to look at Qiao Zhengyu and asked doubtfully, "Old Qiao, do you know him?"
"He is the screenwriter of To Youth." Qiao Zhengyu first introduced Song Ci's identity to Yan Ni, and then asked curiously: "But why are you in Shishi's room, screenwriter Song?"
Qiao Zhengyu knew Yan Ni Songci and had no intention of hiding his identity. "I'm Shishi's boyfriend. I'm here to pick her up."
Qiao Zhengyu showed a look of surprise. He had always been curious about how Liu Shishi, an artist from Tangren Film and Television, would come to guest star in Tengda's TV series. Now he finally understood.
Song Ci is the screenwriter of the Youth Trilogy, a key project of Tengda Culture. He knows the company's top management and wants to get a small supporting role for his girlfriend. The top management will still give him face.
Hearing the noise, Liu Shishi ran out in a hurry, "Brother, Sister Yan, why are you here?"
Yan Ni looked at the pure and natural Liu Shishi for a few times and smiled, "Old Qiao and I came to say goodbye to you. This place is a bit remote. I was worried about how you would get back. I will feel relieved if your boyfriend comes to pick you up."
After glancing at Song Ci, she praised him again: "Shishi, your boyfriend is so handsome, and he really matches you."
Liu Shishi was happier when she heard others praising her boyfriend than when they were praising herself. The little brother was her pride.
Qiao Zhengyu also said goodbye to Liu Shishi: "All good things must come to an end. Goodbye, Junior Sister! Screenwriter Song, I look forward to our cooperation again."
Liu Shishi recalled every detail of the crew and invited the two again, "Let's get together after the filming of the whole drama is finished."
(End of this chapter)
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
