Chapter 480
Zhejiang Province.
In the car, Zhou Xiao steered, listening to the navigation system, heading for the address Chen Shenju had given him. As for Director Fang, who sat in the passenger seat, he even managed to bring a stack of resumes bound by casting directors with him, flipping through them in the car.
Zhou Xiao got his driver's license right after graduating from high school. Although he rarely drove a car during school, he became increasingly proficient thanks to Old Zhou's companionship during the winter and summer vacations. So, whenever there were vacations during those years, Old Zhou was overjoyed, as he had a "full-time" driver back home.
However, after graduating and working in Shanghai, Zhou Xiao rarely drove a car. Although Ms. Zheng offered to sponsor a car for her, she declined. After all, she commuted to and from the company dormitory every day, so taking a taxi or the subway was more convenient than driving.
The car Zhou Xiao was driving was the crew's special vehicle. It was incredibly durable, perfectly maneuverable for someone like her, who was still a bit unskilled. However, after a quick spin on the nearby avenue with her driver, Lao Zhang, Zhou Xiao had regained her driving experience.
By the time he returned to Director Fang's villa, his driving skills had become much more refined. The reason Zhou Xiao had been rehearsing his driving skills for the past few days was mainly because it was Director Fang's suggestion. The crew was filming in a more remote area of Licheng, and being able to drive would be much more convenient.
"That's great driving, Xiao Zhou," Fang Xi thought back to the big pothole they'd just passed. Apart from anything else, Zhou Xiao's driving was incredibly steady. "Hey, let's sneak out of the group next time. I'll get the keys and you drive!"
Director Fang had been in this "tipsy" state for several days. Zhou Xiao guessed it was because the casting had been going smoothly. Seeing the happy faces coming out every morning, the mood of those reading the script outside also improved.
Especially in the last two days, we've only had to interview a handful of people before the actors were chosen. That's incredibly efficient. While it's disappointing and disappointing for those waiting in line, that's just how casting works: there's always joy and sadness. Being eliminated early gives you more time to prepare for the next role.
"Okay," Zhou Xiao said with a smile, "Then I'll just drive and not worry about anything else."
"No, no," Fang Xi smiled and shook his head. Seeing that the navigation system in the car showed that the distance between the two places was less than a hundred meters, he smiled and said, "We have to wait until Group B finishes filming!"
As they chatted and laughed, the car had already stopped steadily by the roadside. Just as Zhou Xiao was about to push open the door and get out, he saw Song Xiao, not far away, folding his arms and moving around boredly at the gate of the manor.
When he saw Zhou Xiao getting out of the driver's seat, he was a little surprised. However, Song Xiao quickly suppressed his surprise and walked quickly to where Zhou Xiao's car was parked.
"Good morning, Teacher Zhou," Song Xiao said cheerfully, "This is the first time I've seen you drive. Your parking skills are amazing!"
Zhou Xiao smiled, glanced at Song Xiao who knew nothing yet, coughed lightly, then raised his hand and knocked on the passenger window.
The crisp knocking sound immediately attracted Song Xiao's attention. He was still a little confused when he suddenly remembered something. His eyes lit up and he said, "The assistant who came with you this time, Teacher Zhou, couldn't it be Lao Zhang?"
Although Song Xiao is a staff member of New Town, they knew each other long before Zhang Hongyu filmed for "Star 101". After Ji Shao debuted as the center of the group, the two of them still communicated with each other.
Chen Shenju had told them some time ago that Zhou Xiao would bring another assistant with him. Seeing Zhou Xiao specifically knock on the passenger window, Song Xiao thought he was incredibly clever in guessing who was coming.
Zhou Xiao shook his head in a pretentious manner, and then without keeping anyone in suspense, he simply opened the car door, revealing Director Fang who was smiling at Song Xiao with an especially kind look.
"Director Fang" Zhou Xiao extended his hand and helped Director Fang out of the car.
"Excuse me, Xiao Zhou." Fang Xi took Zhou Xiao's arm and deliberately said to Song Xiao, who was already stunned and in shock, "Hey, are you disappointed to see me, young man?"
The joking words made Song Xiao's face, which had been tanned in Yun Province, turn even redder. "Fang...Fang...Director Fang!"
The words he finally managed to utter were swallowed back when Fang Xi gestured for him to lead the way. Song Xiao truly felt like he hadn't woken up yet, and the mumbling in his mind never stopped.
What on earth had brought Director Fang here? And why did Director Fang and Teacher Zhou get together? What was going on here that they didn't know about?
Song Xiao was puzzled at the front, while the two people behind him were unreservedly admiring the charm of the manor. What is the flower field and beautiful land? This is it!
The neatly laid-out flower fields are even more stunning in autumn, resembling a vast oil painting. Because the entire estate is completely privately owned, it appears more like a fairytale castle that has escaped from a book. The dreamlike, tranquil, and captivating scenery all speak volumes about its high cost.
"The scenery is great. Do you want to let Xiao Shao come out and take some pictures later?" Fang Xi asked.
"Don't worry, guide, we have outdoor scenes." Zhou Xiao glanced around the environment. It was not much different from the scenery she had seen on Little Red Potato. It was obviously not a place that was overly mythical. Fortunately, the photos did not deceive many people.
Song Xiao led the way, his ears perked up, trying to find some clues from their conversation. One was a photographer and his own fangirl, and the other was the director of Brother Ji's first film. How did these two get together?
Although Director Fang seemed very kind, Song Xiao didn't dare to ask. Although Teacher Zhou was walking right behind him, it was a coincidence that he didn't dare to ask!
With a lot of doubts in his mind, Song Xiao originally wanted to take the opportunity to ask Chen Shenju, but thinking that he was so scared just now, how could he not let his buddy enjoy this benefit together?
Seeing that Teacher Zhou and Director Fang had such a good relationship and could chat so well, it couldn't be a bad thing, right? So, with this in mind, Song Xiao led the two of them to the entrance of the indoor studio.
"Director Fang, Teacher Zhou," seeing that the door hadn't opened yet, Song Xiao turned around a little embarrassedly and explained to the two of them, "Xiao Shao might not have finished her makeup yet. I'll bring you two in to wait!"
"Let's go!" Fang Xi took Zhou Xiao's hand and went straight into the studio. When she saw Zhou Xiao start to look at the studio's layout, she also looked at the various props on the scene with some nostalgia.
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The dressing room in the manor was upstairs. When Chen Shenju brought Ji Shao, followed by a makeup artist, to the studio downstairs, he saw the half-open door and almost expected that Teacher Zhou had arrived.
"Brother Ji," Chen Shenju pointed at the half-open door and said, "Let's make a quick decision today and try to finish it this morning."
Ji Shao also had a special evening training session with his dance teacher to prepare for the upcoming fan meeting. It would be great if he could free up an afternoon for Ji Shao to rest. Of course, Chen Shenju had the audacity to schedule the morning session entirely because he trusted Zhou Xiao's skills and efficiency.
The makeup artist following behind the two was also a little excited. Being able to do Ji Shao's makeup was already a happy thing. But this was completely different from working with Zhou Xiao, which was a completely different kind of surprise! You know, makeup artists who have worked with Zhou Xiao are basically always sought after.
The most important thing is that he really wants his makeup to be recognized by netizens. No wonder Brother Chen kept asking him for makeup inspiration a few days ago. If he had known in advance that he would be working with Zhou Xiao, he would definitely cooperate 200%!
The moment the studio door was fully opened, Chen Shenju, who had already prepared a greeting in his heart, greeted the people standing in the studio in a tortuous manner.
"Hahaha, Teacher Zhou, you're all early... Good morning, Director Fang!" At that moment, Chen Shenju felt dizzy. The same thought as Song Xiao's initial thought suddenly emerged in his mind: How did these two get together...?
As for the person who was now huddled in the corner, laughing so hard that he was out of breath, Chen Shenju didn't even think about him at the moment. After all, if he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, who would have believed that Fang Xi and Zhou Xiao came together...
"Good morning!" "Well, good morning, let's get ready and come over for the shoot."
After saying the second half of the sentence, the owner inadvertently hit her waist. When her eyes met Song Xiao in the corner, the other party came forward obediently to take advantage of her.
Ji Shao, standing next to Chen Shenju, also looked bewildered for a moment. But unlike his own agent, he had a backer (proud chest.jpg)! After receiving Zhou Xiao's reassuring look, Ji Shao calmly stood aside to see what Director Fang was going to do.
Looking at Chen Shenju, disheveled in the wind, Zhou Xiao felt a little reluctant to break the deadlock. He stepped forward and introduced everyone, "Director Fang, I don't need to introduce Ji Shao to you. This is Chen Shenju. Like Song Xiao, he's Ji Shao's executive agent."
"Brother Chen, this is Director Fang, Fang Xi." Zhou Xiao turned around and looked at Director Fang, and couldn't help but coughed lightly. "She's here today as my photography assistant."
It would have been fine if Zhou Xiao hadn't said the second half of this sentence. Once he did, the three people who had just arrived at the studio were stunned. Who was Director Fang? Who in the industry didn't know him? But being a photography assistant...
Standing under the studio lights, Song Xiao finally felt relieved. Finally, someone else was going through the same thing as him. But after all, one's own drama can only be watched by oneself. That makeup artist had to find an excuse to leave.
Receiving the inquiring look, Fang Xi reached out and patted Zhou Xiao's shoulder, and said with a smile in his tone, "What's the matter? I'm Xiao Zhou's assistant, and you still dislike me?"
Chen Shenju didn't dare to be disgusted. Only after seeing Song Xiao quietly escort the makeup artist, who was watching the show, out of the studio did he come back to his senses, though he was still mumbling something. Ji Shao, on the other hand, naturally took over Director Fang's conversation.
Zhou Xiao's gaze shifted from Ji Shao and Director Fang who were talking to Chen Shenju, and when it fell on Chen Shenju, he vaguely heard words like "really", "it can't be fake", "I'm really old", and so on.
Could he really be shocked? Zhou Xiao was a little unsure and decided to wait for Song Xiao to come back and have him comfort Brother Chen.
Hmm... Zhou Xiao decided to let Song Xiao comfort him because they were both in similar states when they heard that Director Fang was his assistant. But maybe that's not necessary, after all, Brother Song had already recovered!
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