Chapter 162
"Sister Lin, Ji Shao's makeup is done," Song Xiao poked his head out of the house and shouted to Shen Lin who was sitting on the bench.
Chen Lin, who was chatting with Zhou Xiao, turned around and said, "Hey!" Then she looked at Zhou Xiao and said, "I'll go over first. It won't take long." Zhou Xiao waved to Chen Lin, indicating that she should go in first. He leaned back on the bench, took his camera out of his bag, and adjusted the lens to the deep blue night sky.
After an unknown amount of time, Zhou Xiao, who was observing the stars at night, heard footsteps behind her. When she turned around and saw the person coming, she was slightly stunned.
Leading the group was Ji Shao, his hair brushed upward by a stylist, revealing his delicate features as his entire forehead was lifted. A cool night breeze blew past, and a small strand of hair from Ji Shao's left side fell between his eyebrows, softening his once stern and heroic features.
The menswear used for this shoot was the W.P. Fall 2023 couture collection. The black blazer was embroidered with the brand's logo in gold and silver thread, shimmering under the venue lighting. He paired it with a matching silk shirt, and the bow tie concealed a striking piece of clothing.
A single collar pin inlaid with jade on both ends, the flowing light on the black silk is interwoven with the rich green, just like Ji Shao in front of Zhou Xiao. Beneath his slightly rebellious spirit lies the boy's usual clarity and determination.
After taking a look around, Zhou Xiao gave the men in front of him a thumbs-up. The makeup and styling perfectly matched Ji Shao and the couture he was wearing. Zhou Xiao also felt that Ji Shao had mastered the suit perfectly, not letting the clothes overshadow his own unique style.
Under the bright moonlight, knights, temporarily assigned a mission, demonstrated their abilities on another battlefield. In the illuminated field, a blower whirred. Besides the hum of machinery, the only sound was the occasional clear female voice, as if directing something.
After a brief rest, while waiting for Ji Shao to touch up her makeup, Zhou Xiao looked at the photos in her camera and was already quite satisfied. When she looked up and accidentally saw the black area outside the headlights, she suddenly knew what she had always felt was missing.
She waved at Feng Ruogu, who was standing aside and looking away from the film. Feng Ruogu was stunned for a moment, but quickly walked to Zhou Xiao to hear if she had any questions.
Song Xiao, who was sitting on a small bench nearby, saw Sister Feng walking towards Zhou Xiao from the beginning. The two of them huddled together and whispered for a while, and then he was the only one assigned to turn off the power.
When he returned to the filming location, relying on his phone's flashlight, he saw a small fill light shining on Ji Shao. When he returned to Feng Ruogu's side, he saw that the heavily embroidered jacket Ji Shao had originally worn had been removed and slung over one shoulder. Then, with a click, the light went out.
In the darkness, a figure stood atop the ruins. Ji Shao's slicked-back hair was blown loose, its messy strands radiating a wild, free charm. The buttons on his shirt, once tightly fastened, had long since been ripped open. The camera zoomed in, revealing Ji Shao's sharp eyes as he raised his head. At this moment, the radiating sexual tension lingered like an invisible rope, entwining and entangling...
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"Sister Zhou, it's eight o'clock tomorrow morning." Song Xiao said to Zhou Xiao beside him as he drove and saw the Huashang Times Hotel in the distance.
Zhou Xiao yawned slightly and said, "Hmm." A large number of people were already asleep in the back seat of the car, and even he was infected and felt a little sleepy.
Ji Shao has two outfits for this shoot. The outfit for tomorrow morning's shoot is completely different from the one for tonight's shoot. Just now in the car, Feng Ruogu said that WP will decide which outfit to wear on set, so both sets need to be sent over before noon.
Although the brand provided formal attire for all the artists participating in the event, they still prioritized the final effect before deciding on any adjustments. Zhou Xiao had no objection to this. After all, during her previous conversation with Chen Lin, she had learned that even Ji Shao's makeup and hairstyle were strictly dictated by WP for this offline event.
Back at the hotel, Zhou Xiao set an alarm to remind herself to go to bed. After a quick wash, she loaded the photos from her camera into her computer, preparing to edit a few while she still had some energy.
Zhou Xiao sat at her desk and opened the folder she had created, which contained the photos she had imported. After clicking it open, Zhou Xiao felt a little dazed. Each enlarged photo was like a visual feast. Looking at the photos in the folder, she sighed slightly. Having too many choices is also a kind of Versailles-like trouble.
The next morning, Zhou Xiao took a taxi to the location where he had filmed the night before. When he arrived, he saw Song Xiao, who must have been bored, kicking some construction waste that had been pushed aside.
Hearing the sound of a car horn, Song Xiao looked up and saw Zhou Xiao. Before Zhou Xiao could even say hello, Song Xiao turned around and ran back into the house. Not long after, he came out with a bag of steamed buns and asked Zhou Xiao sincerely, "Sister Zhou, have you had breakfast? These steamed buns, big meat buns, are delicious!"
When he brought Ji Shao over that morning, Feng Ruogu had reminded him to help Zhou Xiao if she needed anything during the shoot. Song Xiao also sensed Feng Ruogu's appreciation for Zhou Xiao from his words. Curious, she inquired and learned that Zhou Xiao had emailed her a few retouched images late that night.
Song Xiao, who had fallen into a deep sleep the moment he got home, was quite impressed. "What a king of film!" The final film must have been quite impressive! Of course, he also knew Zhou Xiao hadn't done it on purpose. He'd learned about WP's requirements while in the car, and he was so serious about making Ji Shao more competitive.
"No, I've already eaten," Zhou Xiao shook her head. Since she was always waking up early to exercise, a late night wouldn't affect her ability to get up early. At most, she'd just finish the shoot and edit the photos and then go home to catch up on some sleep.
"Eh? It's only 7:30 now, why are you here so early?" Song Xiao asked curiously, checking his watch. Actually, the original schedule of 8:00 was still a little early, as stylist Shen Lin hadn't arrived yet.
"Not bad." Zhou Xiao seemed to remember something and patted the computer he brought with him. "I brought a computer to edit the pictures. If you need to take pictures later, please let me know in advance."
"No problem," Song Xiao agreed readily. Glancing at Zhou Xiao's back as he passed by, he kicked the discarded rocks piled nearby and asked, "Can you photographers take pictures in a place like this?"
Zhou Xiao was sure that this guy hadn't seen the photo she sent to Feng Ruogu. She didn't turn around, but just said calmly, "Photos rely on people, not places."
The morning shoot went smoothly, especially as the sunlight shone on Ji Shao's platinum gown. Photographer Zhou Xiao fully enjoyed the lavish, exaggerated beauty of couture. The heavily embroidered platinum cape was actually a bit too long. Chen Lin had originally planned to trim it, but Zhou Xiao thought it would be okay to leave it in for the shoot.
This type of floor-length cape seems to be a bit out of place in China. Female artists are fine, with long, flowing skirts being quite common. Male artists often portray a coolness that only fans can see.
"We have to turn on the blower this morning." Zhou Xiao looked at Ji Shao in front of him, "See if you can accept this temperature."
When Ji Shao heard that the blower was to be turned on, he didn't hesitate at all and responded cooperatively, "No problem at all! Turn it on if necessary!"
With the arrival of a cold front, November finally felt like winter in Shanghai. The cold in the south was bone-chilling, especially right after sunrise. Seeing Ji Shao wasn't particularly reluctant, Zhou Xiao allowed Song Xiao to turn on the blower.
Outside a European-style palace, Ji Shao stood at the staircase, dressed in a suit and cape. Beneath the flowing cape's skirt, he wore a crisp, matching suit. His gaze toward the camera was remarkably gentle. The whole scene was gorgeous and dreamy. As a new friend of WP Couture, he perfectly displayed the warmth and youthful energy that only a young man can possess.
The outfit Ji Shao wore today was from W.P.'s Autumn 2021 couture collection. Considering the couture outfit he wore last night, it's clear that New Town deliberately chose these two pieces. When Ji Shao wore both, the contrast and storytelling that unfolded before everyone's eyes was extreme.
Zhou Xiao immediately began retouching the photos after the shoot, even packing them up for Feng Ruogu almost half an hour early. As she packed up to go home, she noticed that the makeup artists for the shoot, Wei Wen and Shen Lin, were still sitting on a bench outside the venue.
When Shen Lin saw Zhou Xiao coming out, she waved at her and beckoned her over. They were the only two people outside the filming location. Ji Shao and Song Xiao left first after the filming was finished.
As someone who knew both parties, Chen Lin acted as an intermediary, introducing Zhou Xiao and Wei Wen to each other. It was also the first time Zhou Xiao saw what the other person looked like. Previously, when he was in the dressing room, his eyes had been following Ji Shao's face.
"We just chatted outside and are going to have dinner together." Shen Lin looked at Zhou Xiao, "Do you want to come with us?"
Zhou Xiao felt her own sleepiness and decided there was no point in forcing herself to eat. After exchanging messages with the two people across from her, she hailed a taxi and headed for the Huashang Times Hotel. As for Ji Shao's WP platform event that afternoon, it would depend on whether she could get up.
At 1 p.m., the official Weibo accounts of Huayao and New Town jointly released Ji Shao's departure photo. The "Dark Knight" dominated the trending search charts solely with his departure photo, sending #JiShaoWP# to the top of the search list with unstoppable momentum. The other guests at the event were as popular as fireflies, eclipsed by his brilliance.
——【Entertainment Forum】——[November 2 afternoon]
[Topic] Am I dazzled, or is Ji Shao going crazy?
[Main Post] The first Dark Knight style outfit is truly amazing, a perfect match for the season's couture collection, and a world first, right? The key is that the studio's images are truly amazing, outshining Zhang Xi and Fu Quanzhe who were also at the event... Who still remembers that these two were in the throes of love with WP?
The key is the second set, it’s WP haute couture again… It’s too crazy and I’m dizzy
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1L
Actually, when I saw the first set, I thought Ji Shao was the most suitable male artist for WP in recent years,,, then when the second set came out, I deleted the word "male"
27L
1L sisters are really funny +1
56L
It’s my first time participating in WP and I can borrow two high-end sets. It’s so cool to be close to the new city.
102L
Hasn't his makeup and photographer been exposed yet? Please let them know for the benefit of the Chinese entertainment industry!
156L
I never thought of myself as someone who is obsessed with looks, but this time I’m completely hooked [covering face] Is there any drama he’s airing recently?
214L
Ji Shao's fans started a live broadcast. Family, it's not a fake photo at all! Damn, he is really handsome!
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Zhou Xiao was leaning against the headboard, watching WP's livestream. She had originally planned to attend the livestream, but she was feeling sleepy. Perhaps it was because she'd expended too much energy last night and this morning. She finally decided to respect her physiological needs and catch up on some sleep.
WP didn't have an online livestream; someone in Zhou Xiaojin's fan group posted a livestream from an offline fan. WP has its own building in Shanghai, and I don't know if Xincheng had warned them, but this time they sent a group of offline security guards.
Seeing Ji Shao's energetic appearance in the live broadcast, dressed in a black embroidered dress, Zhou Xiao had to admit that he was impressed. Looking at Song Xiao's WeChat Moments, he took Ji Shao to other places after the morning shoot.
On the stage, Ji Shao chatted and laughed with the host, occasionally joining in discussions about the style of WP's new series. The fact that he could remember things so clearly and verbally, despite such a busy schedule, is more than just a matter of homework.
The livestream didn't close until five or six minutes after Ji Shao left the stage. Zhou Xiao exited the livestream and immediately went to the super chat, where there were many offline videos posted by fans. While she was browsing the pictures and videos posted by fans and fans on the super chat, Ji Shao posted a blog post.
Unlike other fans who were all about the beauty, Zhou Xiao immediately noticed the ninth photo on the blog post. It was a group photo that Ji Shao had suggested after the group finished filming last night, although everyone except his face was blurred out with stickers ()
In the small group, except for Qi Sisi who was drooling over the photo Ji Shaoxin posted, everyone else was curious about who the person in the photo in Figure 9 was. For this reason, Li Mo directly started a group voice chat.
Seeing that everyone was guessing, Qi Sisi managed to divert a little attention to the photo and said casually, "Xiaoxiao, I remember you have the same clothes as the person in the picture. You two are wearing the same clothes!"
Zhou Xiao, who was called out, said, "Ah, that person is me."
"Yeah, I remember it well~"
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“Ah?!!” After realizing what was happening, several people in the group expressed their shock in unison.
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