Chapter 468 Looking forward to working together
The excitement of the premiere gradually faded away, and the crowds of audiences and media slowly left like the receding tide.
The lights were still bright, and the stars on the stage began to leave one after another.
"Brother Wei, the song you sang live just now was so beautiful. This is the first time I heard you sing in person!"
Jing Tian had been observing Gu Wei from the side. When he saw him about to leave, he hurried forward to talk to him.
When the premiere started, there were many people who needed to be greeted. Gu Wei was chatting with Director Zhang's daughter, and talking to Zhang Hanyu, Lu Han, and Lin Gengxin, with whom he had a good relationship. Jing Tian could only watch from afar and had no chance to come over.
Gu Wei heard the voice, looked up at Da Tiantian in front of him, and smiled.
“It’s okay. I haven’t sung much in the past two years because I’ve been acting, so my singing skills have declined a bit.
Tiantian looks so beautiful tonight!"
Jing Tian, who was standing in front of him, was wearing a pure white long dress. Her skin, which seemed as white as cream, was not only not dulled, but instead looked even whiter and more radiant.
On the small face, which is the size of a palm, the features are delicate, and a pair of cute big eyes look at Gu Wei, as if there are stars twinkling in them.
Da Tiantian's appearance and temperament are unique even in the entertainment industry where beauties are everywhere.
Since her debut, some people have doubted her acting skills, some have questioned her extraordinary background, but no one has ever doubted Jingtian's appearance.
She usually attends events and walks the red carpet, and rarely issues press releases about her outshining others. However, no matter how beautiful the female star is on the same stage, she has never been outdone.
"Really? Haha, it's okay~"
When Jingtian heard Gu Wei's praise, she cupped her face with her little hands, looking very happy.
"By the way, Brother Wei, do you have anything to do later? Let's have dinner together?
My treat!
Gu Wei thought about it for a moment and nodded in agreement.
He really didn't have anything to do, so since Da Tiantian invited him, there was no problem having dinner together.
The two walked out of the premiere venue together, and Gu Wei's black Mercedes-Benz nanny car was already waiting outside.
After giving instructions to her assistant, Jing Tian simply followed Gu Wei into his car, while her own car followed behind with her entourage.
The vehicle was traveling on the road at night. Gu Wei and Jing Tian were chatting casually in the car. After a while, they arrived at the hotel booked by Jing Tian.
In the private room, two people sat opposite each other with a wooden square table in the middle. The decoration of the room also had local characteristics.
Gu Wei looked up and took in the surroundings of the room.
"Do you come here often?"
Jingtian took the kettle on the table and poured water into the two people's cups.
"It's okay. I'm from Chang'an, and this place serves the most authentic Shaanxi cuisine in the capital, so I always come here to eat every once in a while."
Gu Wei suddenly realized that he had never asked where Jing Tian was from before.
After a while, all the dishes ordered by the two were served, of course, they were mainly ordered based on Jingtian’s suggestion.
"Brother Wei, try them. These are famous specialties from my hometown. They taste great.
This dish of "Gourd Chicken" is golden in color, with crispy skin and tender meat. It is said to have originated from the kitchen of a high-ranking official during the Tang Dynasty. It is mainly made from a fresh hen and is named Gourd Chicken because its appearance after being formed resembles a gourd.
There is also this "Zi Yang Steamed Bun", which uses wasteful ingredients, has a complicated process, and is made with exquisite workmanship. Of course, the taste is worth the initial effort."
Jing Tian talked incessantly to Gu Wei about the local specialties she ordered.
Gu Wei nodded continuously while eating.
His previous impression of Shaanxi cuisine was noodles, roujiamo and mutton soup bun, but he didn't expect there were so many delicious dishes with unique cooking methods.
"Tiantian, I remember you said last time that you were going abroad to film that Hollywood blockbuster [Pacific Rim 2] at the end of the year, right?"
Gu Wei picked up a sea cucumber and took a bite. He didn't expect that even though it was an inland area, there was a specialty dish called "Braised Sea Cucumber with Pig's Hoof". The taste was really good.
Jing Tian nodded. Compared to Gu Wei who ate the food in big mouthfuls, she ate very elegantly and looked quite ladylike.
"After [The Great Wall] is released, the promotion here will be almost done, and I will have to fly directly to the United States."
As she spoke, she thought of something.
"Brother Wei, the TV series I filmed before, "The Glory of Tang Dynasty", will be online in two months."
"Really? What time exactly?"
"It premiered on Beijing Satellite TV and Lizhi TV on January 29th."
"What a coincidence! I have a historical fantasy drama that will also be released on the 30th."
Jingtian's eyes rolled.
"I know, it's the film Eternal Love that I filmed with Yang Mi.
The recent online promotions have been very popular, and many viewers are looking forward to it~"
As she spoke, Da Tiantian frowned slightly and pouted.
"With your drama being broadcast together, Brother Wei, The Glory of Tang Dynasty will probably be completely eliminated in a split second."
Gu Wei looked at Jing Tian's fair and cute little face, picked up a small piece of pig's trotter and put it in her bowl, and said with some amusement.
"That's not so exaggerated. There are so many TV series being broadcast at the same time. How can any one TV series monopolize the market?
As long as the drama is good, there will be no shortage of viewers.
Come, add some collagen, or you’ll get wrinkles from frowning all the time.”
When Jing Tian heard what Gu Wei said, he quickly relaxed his brows, took out a small mirror from the bag beside him, looked at himself, then raised his hand and rubbed between his eyebrows to smooth out the skin.
Compared with the performance of the TV series, she is more concerned about the wrinkles on her face.
"Is there? It's impossible, right?"
Gu Wei's mouth corners turned up and he smiled.
"Of course not now. How could such a sweet and youthful beauty have wrinkles? But I need to pay attention to it in the future.
Having said that, I think the costume drama "The Glory of Tang Dynasty" may bring you some gains that you haven't gained before."
Gu Wei had the impression that Jingtian, who had never been popular, did receive a lot of praise from the audience after this drama, reversing the bad reviews it had received in the past due to poorly-received movies.
"Really, Brother Wei, do you really think so?"
Jing Tian was somewhat surprised by Gu Wei's evaluation. She also knew that everyone in the circle recognized that Gu Wei had good vision.
Then she put down the compact mirror.
"It's a pity that there is no chance. Actually, I really want to work with you, Brother Wei, on a film!"
Jingtian’s words reminded Gu Wei of the TV series that made the never-popular Da Tiantian really popular.
He had the impression that "Sito" was also adapted from a novel, so he asked Yang Liwen's company whether it had included this IP in the copyright library.
"There's still a lot of time left, and you never know when we'll have the opportunity to work together."
Gu Wei said with a smile.
In fact, he has always had a good impression of Da Tiantian. From the very first time he met her, he felt that this "rich and beautiful woman" actually had a very good personality.
During the few times she was alone with Gu Wei, she had a pretty good sense of propriety. She was not at all the aloof "princess" that ordinary netizens imagined. Instead, she showed some admiration and liking for Gu Wei, but she did not stick to him to try to get him attention and gain benefits. This made Gu Wei feel more comfortable being with her.
After hearing what Gu Wei said, Jing Tian opened his eyes wide with a look of surprise.
"Brother Wei, as long as I can work with you on a film, I can talk to the company and ask for whatever conditions you want!"
Da Tiantian came to prominence in 2010 with the romantic film "My Beauty Boss". It has been more than 6 years now, and she has acted in many movies and TV series, but she is not popular.
She herself is aware of the joke of "Jingtian who can't be made popular", but there is nothing she can do. Both she and her company agent have tried their best to obtain some film and television resources, but her works have not received good reviews, and she herself has been in a stage where she is neither famous nor unknown.
Although Jingtian herself is not as career-oriented as those famous female stars in the entertainment industry, since she has entered this industry, what artist doesn't want to become famous?
Now it seems that working with Gu Wei is a shortcut for female stars to become famous in the entertainment industry.
Although Liu Yifei, Yang Mi, Zhao Liying, and Tang Yan, the 85-flower actresses, did not become famous after working with Gu Wei, the film and television dramas they co-starred with Gu Wei definitely played a significant role in boosting their current careers.
Nazha, a frontier actress who has been very popular since last year, rose directly from a third-tier star to the top female star in the circle entirely because of her role in the movie "Love O2O" with Gu Wei.
Then this year, her role as "KIKO" in "Detective Chinatown 2" further consolidated her status as a celebrity.
She is active in both film and television, and has firmly established herself as a top actress.
Although Jingtian has been filming various blockbusters at home and abroad, in terms of fame, popularity, and number of fans, she is still far behind Nazha today.
Gu Wei saw Da Tiantian’s anxious expression and smiled.
"Don't worry, at least not next year. My schedule is too full right now. I'll look for suitable films later and have the company talk to your agency."
Jingtian looked a little disappointed after hearing this, but then he became excited.
As long as Gu Wei opens his mouth, it means that it is not impossible.
"Hmm~
I will also tell my agent about this when I get back, and ask the company to find more good dramas to see if there is any possibility of working with you, Brother Wei."
The two of them ate and talked, and time passed quickly.
Gu Wei glanced at his watch, put down his chopsticks, smiled and said to Jing Tian: "Tiantian, the meal tonight is delicious, thank you for your hospitality."
Jing Tian also noticed the passage of time. She nodded gently with a reluctant smile on her face: "Brother Wei, I'm very happy to have dinner with you tonight. You are busy with work, so go to bed early. We will get together again when there is a chance."
"I'm embarrassed to say this, but you were the one who treated me both times we had dinner together."
Jingtian smiled.
"Then I'll wait for you to treat me next time, Brother Wei."
The two men stood up, and Gu Wei gentlemanly pulled out a chair for Jing Tian.
They walked out of the box together and came to the hotel lobby.
The night outside was already deep, and the street lights cast a soft glow, adding a touch of warmth to the night.
Gu Wei's car was already waiting at the door. He turned to Jing Tian and said politely, "Do you want me to take you home?"
Jing Tian shook his head and said with a smile: "No need, Brother Wei, my car is in the back."
Gu Wei nodded, then turned and got into his car, which slowly drove out of the hotel.
Jingtian stood there, watching Gu Wei's car go away until its taillights disappeared into the night.
She took a deep breath and turned back to her vehicle.
The car started and drove towards the capital city in the night. Jing Tian leaned back in his seat, thinking about the cooperation with Gu Wei that was mentioned at the dinner table, and at the same time looking forward to the next meeting with Gu Wei.
Neither of them noticed that in a private car parked outside the hotel, two paparazzi with cameras took pictures of Gu Wei and Jing Tian from the moment they entered the hotel to the moment they left.
(End of this chapter)
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