☆、Chapter 172: Couple Variety Show 1
The day after Wen Mianyu and Lu Congxu's first wedding anniversary, they received an invitation from the production team of "Bai Shou Bu Li", inviting them to participate in a couples variety show together, with a total of twelve episodes of the show.
Perhaps because they were afraid that Lu Congxu, who didn't like participating in variety shows, would refuse, the program team's attitude was quite kind. They suggested that if Wen Mianyu felt that twelve episodes were too long, she could be a flying guest and only record one or two episodes.
Wen Mianyu herself is not opposed to participating in variety shows, but she also knows that Lu Congxu doesn't like this kind of thing. Lu Congxu is a person who naturally doesn't like to show affection in front of the camera, but once she participates in this kind of variety show, some acting is required.
You can't just lie on the sofa and do nothing all afternoon like you usually do when you're together, right?
Therefore, before Wen Mianyu agreed, she called Lu Congxu to ask for his opinion.
Lu Congxu was filming a movie in S City. He took a leave yesterday to come back and spend the anniversary with her, and he hurried back early this morning.
They should be filming now, and when Wen Mianyu called, it was his assistant who answered.
"Jasmine, do you have something to talk to Mr. Lu about?" The person who answered the phone was Zhang Ye.
In Lu Congxu's phone, Wen Mianyu's name was a unique note, so he naturally recognized it.
"It's nothing important. There's a couple's program where we've been invited to appear, and I want to ask him for his opinion." Wen Mianyu explained her purpose.
Zhang Ye laughed when he heard that, and said half-jokingly, half-teasingly, "What opinion could he have? After all this time, I've seen him never have any objections to your decisions. As long as you like it, he'll definitely want to go too."
Zhang Ye was assigned to Lu Congxu after the two got married. Wen Mianyu's workload dropped sharply after marriage, and she spent much more time at home. She often accompanied Lu Congxu to various crews.
Zhang Ye didn't have the chance to go out for a few days a month, and was too idle, so he was sent to Lu Congxu.
As for Cheng An, he was transferred to work in the company shortly after Ye Qianan’s kidnapping.
Of course Cheng An was unwilling, but Lu Congxu did not soften his heart and insisted on transferring him to the company to work under Xu Hong.
Of course, I earn more than when I was an assistant, so it's considered a promotion.
Zhang Ye has been following Lu Congxu for a year and has gotten to know him quite well. He knows how much he cares about Wen Mianyu and how much he obeys her orders.
"I think this kind of thing is something you make the unilateral decision on. Just inform Mr. Lu and he will be satisfied." Zhang Ye couldn't help but tease again.
"Don't be ridiculous. He's not that henpecked, okay?" Wen Mianyu said helplessly. "I actually really want to participate. Mainly because I want to leave some memories. It'll be fun to look back on when I'm old. But I'm worried Congxu won't be able to adapt. Can you find some time to ask him for me and see what he thinks?"
"Okay, I'll ask after Mr. Lu finishes filming this scene," said Zhang Ye.
"Give me a reply after you ask." Wen Mianyu said.
…
Not long after Wen Mianyu hung up the phone, Zhang Ye called again.
"What did he say?" Wen Mianyu asked after answering the phone.
"He said it was great and he felt honored to be on the show with you." Lu Congxu's voice came from the receiver, with a smile in his deep and magnetic tone.
Wen Mianyu felt her ears numb.
Even though they have been together for two years and married for a year, she still feels the same freshness about Lu Congxu as when they first fell in love, and from time to time she would blush and feel her heart beating fast because of his unconscious actions.
This is probably the charm of Lu Congxu, that kind of serious yet gentle and tolerant personality, and gentlemanly character.
"At that time, we may have to do some games and performances at the request of the program team, and there may even be a script. Are you sure it's okay?" Wen Mianyu was still worried and asked.
Lu Congxu said, "These are nothing. I'm acting according to the script every day on the crew. It doesn't matter if I act in a different place. As long as you like it, that's enough."
"I just want to leave some memories, it seems pretty good." Wen Mianyu has always been frank in front of him.
"When does the recording start?" Lu Congxu was worried about the schedule. "I'll ask Xu Hong to adjust the time."
"No need, you've almost finished filming this drama. Have you accepted the next one?" Wen Mianyu asked.
"Not yet. There's no suitable script yet." Lu Congxu said, "Also, I originally planned to go abroad for a while after filming this drama."
"Okay, that's settled. I'll reply to the program team." Wen Mianyu said.
"Okay, I'm going to film." Lu Congxu said.
"Wait..." Wen Mianyu called him, kissed the phone, and then said, "Okay, go."
Lu Congxu laughed softly for a while before hanging up the phone.
Wen Mianyu quickly called the program team back to confirm the cooperation. The two parties agreed to meet at Lu Congxu's studio to sign the contract and discuss the details of the recording of the program.
The collaboration was finalized, and soon the day of recording the show arrived.
"Stay Together Forever" is a new program launched by Youzi Channel. The program focuses on the daily life of Mingqi and his wife. A total of six trips are arranged, and each trip is broadcast in two parts, for a total of twelve episodes.
Although it is a couple travel program, it is different from a simple travel program. The program team wants to focus on the daily life of the couple. Therefore, the trip is not a budget trip, nor will it be a one-after-another project. After arriving at each place, the program team will arrange a full day for the couple to spend their vacation in the hotel.
The destination of the first trip was Hawaii. Early in the morning, Lu Congxu got up and prepared breakfast.
Wen Mianyu was still sleeping in the bedroom because she had exercised too much last night.
Lu Congxu had just finished making sandwiches in the kitchen when he heard the doorbell ring. He washed his hands, took off his apron, and went to the entrance to open the door.
"Hi, Mr. Lu, good morning." Chen Ning stood outside the door with a group of photographers and greeted Lu Congxu.
Lu Congxu was startled, a little surprised, "Why... are you here?"
Chen Ning was also stunned. "Didn't we agree on this? We'll start interviewing each couple this morning, filming your daily life at home, including packing your luggage and eating breakfast."
“…” Lu Congxu.
He really didn't know this.
He just came back last night, and it was like a newlywed, he had a candlelight dinner with Wen Mianyu, and then...
These are some things that cannot be expressed in words.
The two of them didn't talk about the show at all. Wen Mianyu was very enthusiastic after drinking too much, and he didn't restrain himself either. He only remembered about recording the show when he woke up today.
How come Wen Mianyu and the program crew arranged an interview at home?
"Moli agreed to a solo interview this morning. Mr. Lu, you must know about this, right?" Looking at Lu Congxu's bewildered expression, Chen Ning seemed to realize something.
"She forgot to tell me." Lu Congxu told the truth.
"Then...are we...a bit too disturbing? How about we go back to the car and wait until you guys finish putting on your makeup before taking pictures?" Chen Ning looked at Lu Congxu's handsome face without any flaws and said insincerely.
"No need, come in." Lu Congxu made an inviting gesture.
Since this was something Wen Mianyu had promised, there was no reason for him to refuse.
"Sorry to bother you." Chen Ning smiled embarrassedly, changed his shoes and walked in.
"By the way, can we turn on the camera now?" Chen Ning asked after entering the entrance hall.
Lu Congxu looked back at the corridor and said, "Okay."
Although Wen Mianyu hadn't woken up yet, they wore pajamas when they slept, so they weren't afraid of being photographed while awake.
Moreover, without his permission, the staff of the program team did not dare to enter his room at will.
"Mianmian is still sleeping. You can take pictures as you like on the first floor. I'll go to the second floor to call her." Lu Congxu said as he walked inside.
"Can we take a picture of the kitchen?" Chen Ning asked.
"Sure." Lu Congxu said very kindly, then walked up the stairs to the second floor to call Wen Mianyu.
Lu Congxu's villa covers a large area, with several thousand square meters in front and back of the yard, but the building area is not very large. The two-story villa is decorated in a very stylish way.
Lu Congxu went upstairs, and the staff of the program crew did not dare to run around, so they stayed in the kitchen to film the breakfast he had just made.
Breakfast was simple, a ham sandwich and milk. There was a half-length apron next to the kitchen counter. The cameraman took a special photo of it, preparing to edit it and add the words "Actor Lu's special apron".
Lu Congxu and Wen Mianyu have always been high-profile about their relationship, without shying away from it or hiding it, and they never avoid answering questions when the other party is mentioned in interviews.
But the outside world has no idea how they get along. Just looking at Lu Congxu's cold appearance, it is hard to imagine him cooking.
…
At the same time, upstairs.
Lu Congxu moved lightly and pushed the door open to enter the bedroom.
The curtains in the bedroom were drawn tightly and the light was dim.
Lu Congxu walked over quietly, sat beside the bed, and looked down at the person who was sleeping soundly on the bed.
Wen Mianyu was sleeping curled up in a ball, breathing very shallowly, her cheeks were warm and rosy, she was very cute.
Lu Congxu couldn't help but lower his head and kiss her on the cheek.
The warm touch is very comfortable.
Thinking that the production crew was waiting downstairs, Lu Congxu reached out and gently pushed the person on the bed, no matter how much he wanted to let Wen Mianyu sleep a little longer.
"Mianmian, wake up."
“Mianmian…”
He called softly.
Wen Mianyu is not a person who is grumpy when waking up, but she has difficulty getting up and often has to be called many times before she wakes up.
Just like now, Lu Congxu spoke softly and slowly, but couldn't wake her at all. Wen Mianyu just turned over and continued to sleep without any reaction.
When she moved, her pajamas slipped off, revealing a kiss mark on one shoulder, which showed how intense last night was.
Lu Congxu paused, a helpless look on his face, and pushed her harder, "Mianmian, the film crew is here..."
"Hmm..." Wen Mianyu finally responded and slowly opened her eyes.
Lu Congxu bent down and kissed her, gently combing her hair with his hands, "Get up, the production crew is here."
"So early?" Wen Mianyu was still a little confused after just waking up, and asked vaguely while hugging Lu Congxu.
Lu Congxu smiled. "Didn't you promise to come for the ACP in the morning?"
"Single interview?" Wen Mianyu blinked, and after a few seconds, she suddenly woke up. "Yes, we agreed to do the interview this morning. Chen Ning said she wanted to take pictures of us packing our luggage."
"Then get up?" Lu Congxu held her hand.
"Yeah." Wen Mianyu nodded and sat up with the help of the force.
Lu Congxu helped her pull up the collar of her pajamas to cover up those ambiguous dots. "Change your clothes and come down. They're already filming. I'll go downstairs and make breakfast first."
"Have you prepared breakfast?" Wen Mianyu was surprised. Lu Congxu got up too early.
"I just fried eggs and ham. I'll heat up the milk. It won't take long." Lu Congxu went to the closet, found a piece of clothing, and put it back on the bed. "You put it on first. I'll go downstairs to greet them."
"Let's get them something to drink." Wen Mianyu touched his nose. "I overslept. I'm so embarrassed."
"Blame me." Lu Congxu said seriously.
Wen Mianyu blushed and pulled up her clothes to cover her head, "Go down quickly and don't leave the guests hanging."
Lu Congxu smiled, stopped teasing her, and went out obediently.
…
Ten minutes later, Wen Mianyu came downstairs after hurriedly packing up. Lu Congxu had already prepared breakfast on the dining table.
Two cameras are facing the dining table, capturing the food on the table at close range.
"I'm sorry I'm late." Wen Mianyu smiled apologetically at Chen Ning and apologized to the staff who got up early, "I'm sorry I kept you waiting."
"It's okay, we just got here a while ago," said the staff.
"It's okay, we came a little too early." Chen Ning stepped forward and chatted with Wen Mianyu. "Good morning, Jasmine. We're going to film you and Mr. Lu having breakfast and then packing your luggage. By the way, do you two have pets?"
"No." Wen Mianyu shook her head. "Do you still need to take pictures of pets? Do you want me to borrow one from next door?"
"No, I'm just asking because some celebrities have pets at home and we can take some photos of them." Chen Ning said, "You guys should have breakfast quickly. We can just take some photos on the first floor, okay?"
"Sure, you can take pictures of the swimming pool in the back and other places." Wen Mianyu was very generous.
In fact, she and Lu Congxu did not stay in this villa very often. Because of its geographical location, they lived more often in another duplex in the city center.
"Okay, then we'll split up and shoot. Two of us will shoot the restaurant." Chen Ning instructed the cameramen.
Cameramen are very experienced in how to take beautiful pictures, but Chen Ning also has some experience in which parts of the footage are needed.
So, two cameramen were left behind to film Lu Congxu and Wen Mianyu eating in the restaurant, while the other cameramen were dispersed to various places to film other scenes in the villa.
Netizens are curious about the residences of celebrities, especially the wealthy ones like Lu Congxu. More such scenes can attract the audience's attention in the first episode and make it more popular.
For example, the luxurious swimming pool at Mr. Lu's house, the beautiful backyard, etc...
These are all good materials for trending searches, and Chen Ning is well aware of this.
"Is there anything you need us to cooperate with?" Wen Mianyu looked at Chen Ning, holding the chopsticks. "Feeding or something? A more affectionate scene?"
Chen Ning was stunned for a moment, then couldn't help but laugh. "Don't be so deliberate. Just act the way you normally get along. There are so many reality shows these days, and the audience knows they're scripted. Being too deliberate would seem fake. The purpose of our show is to recreate the daily lives of celebrity couples. Be authentic, be genuine."
"You think I don't want to be true to myself? It's just that your production team likes to come up with all kinds of love-showing scenes, and I'm just trying to cooperate with you." Wen Mianyu didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "You said it was you who said it, so we should do this and that."
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