Ten minutes later, Xu Zhe came downstairs wearing a coat, his hair slightly damp.
What's going on between you two?
Faced with Xu Zhe's hesitant question, Chen Xin and Zhao Zeyang could only manage awkward laughs.
"I thought you'd become a big star and then you wouldn't recognize us brothers anymore."
Chen Xin grinned sheepishly.
"You have the nerve to say that? I specifically told you two about it and even put sticky notes with the new numbers on them on the bedside table. I really don't know what's going on in your heads."
Xu Zhe rolled his eyes, both annoyed and amused, and said, "Speak, what do you want from me?"
"I did have something to ask you, but there's no need for it now."
Now, with autographs and photos, Chen Xin has almost exceeded his quota at Tianrui. He's itching to show off the autographs and photos to the girls.
Seeing Xu Zhe's constipated look, Lin Rui laughed and said, "I just wanted to get a few autographs."
"sign?"
Xu Zhe was taken aback at first, then said meaningfully, "You can take as many textbooks as you want from the cabinet I put in it. There's plenty for you."
"screw you!"
Who cares about your autograph?
Chen Xin rolled his eyes: "We want the autographs of the biggest stars."
"Okay, I'll ask you for it when I have some time."
Xu Zhe readily agreed.
"If you have the chance, please get us both a copy of Fusheng's autograph."
He glanced at Lin Rui with some doubt. Judging from their posture, these two idiots in front of him still didn't know Fu Sheng's true identity.
Since Lin Rui didn't speak up, he didn't dare to overstep his bounds and pretended to ponder, saying, "I'll try my best, but I can't guarantee it."
"It's good that you meant it."
Chen Xin didn't force him.
After all, Fusheng's identity was too special, and he didn't want to ruin his friend's bright future because of his own willfulness.
"How about we grab some skewers later?"
Zhao Zeyang grinned and said, "It's been a while since we got together. Tonight, let's drink until we're completely drunk."
"I probably can't go."
Xu Zhe glanced at Lin Rui first, and then said, "I'm heading to Huazhou to film a movie. My flight is at 5 a.m.
"Lin Rui, what about you?"
Zhao Zeyang looked at Lin Rui with some regret.
Lin Rui was about to speak when Chen Xin waved his hand and said, "No rush, no rush. It just feels like something's missing when everyone's not here. How about we get together again after filming wraps up?"
"Sure, I'll treat you then."
Xu Zhe nodded with a smile.
"Absolutely! Now that you're a big star, I have to fleece you, you rich bastard!"
Xu Zhe, standing next to Lin Rui, remained silent as he watched Zhao Zeyang and Chen Xin leave.
"Aren't you wondering why I didn't tell them?"
"In the past, I might not have understood your thoughts. But now, I think I can."
Lin Rui was not surprised that Xu Zhe would say such a thing. Although the two rarely had contact, Lin Rui would occasionally keep track of Xu Zhe's movements.
During the period when Xu Zhe was not famous, he suffered a lot of grievances and was ostracized by some artists in private. However, he never revealed his relationship with Lin Rui. He just silently endured it and regarded it as a mental experience on the road to fame.
Compared to his youthful days in school, Xu Zhe has been growing rapidly.
Having witnessed the glitz and glamour of the entertainment industry, he has remained true to his original aspirations and strictly disciplined himself, never losing himself despite his success.
This is truly rare.
Of course, self-discipline is certainly part of the reason, but more factors are related to Lin Rui.
Now, the whole company knows that he and Lin Rui are roommates, and that his success is not due to his own ability, but because of Lin Rui's special care.
Because of this, countless eyes are watching him from the shadows. If he doesn't do well, the company may not dare to say anything, but what about the outside world?
They would say he got to where he is today through nepotism and has no real ability, and that Fusheng is a hypocrite who only knows how to use his relatives.
Therefore, he always held a firm belief in his heart that he should earn respect through his own efforts. He did not want to become a source of trouble for Lin Rui or a target for outside attacks on Lin Rui!
One night passed.
I thought this would be another peaceful day.
But without any warning, the Huaxia Literature and Art Association issued three announcements in succession!
Every single one of these is a bombshell!
Article 1: The China Arts Association has decided to hold the World Arts Conference next July!
As soon as the news was released, eighteen states were plunged into an unprecedented magnitude 10 earthquake!
Sixty years later, the World Arts Festival is being held in China again. When people saw this announcement, even those who were still deep in their dreams were woken up by the noise from those around them.
This explosive news spread like wildfire across the internet in various states, drawing countless eyes to Xiazhou, this holy land of art.
Because the World Arts Conference is being held in Xiazhou!
The second point is the announcement of the lineup for the Spring Festival Gala.
Upon seeing this list, the states erupted in cheers, as it was almost entirely comprised of celebrities and big names!
In the past, even if celebrities appeared on the Spring Festival Gala, their numbers were not large. In previous years, it was mostly the kings and queens of the state, and even celebrities rarely appeared.
But this time it's different; celebrities and famous people almost take up the entire lineup!
What surprised them even more was that this year's Spring Festival Gala would not be a separate event for the eighteen states, but would be uniformly coordinated by the China Literature and Art Association, with the venue still set in Xia Prefecture, and broadcast live simultaneously to all states and even the world!
Some observant people noticed that the name of piano master Fusheng also appeared in the list.
Yes, Fusheng was invited to the Spring Festival Gala not because of his status as an artist, but because he was a piano master.
Article 3.
Starting today, the 18 states are soliciting promotional videos, which can be seen as a way for each state to promote its image globally, allowing countries outside the region to fully understand the culture and customs of China.
Furthermore, after midnight today, the cultural wall connecting the sixteen states was fully unlocked, and information exchange began!
In an instant, onlookers from all over the land were swept up in an unprecedented outpouring of emotion!
This applies not only to those within the industry, but also to those outside it!
Lin Rui also read the announcement issued by the China Literature and Art Association. He was a little puzzled. When did he receive an invitation to participate in the Spring Festival Gala? It seemed that no one had mentioned this to him.
Just then, Lin Rui's phone rang.
It's Xu Hongzhuo.
"Have you seen the announcement?"
"kindness."
"There has been ongoing debate within the official team regarding the Spring Festival Gala lineup, with discussions focusing on celebrities and artists, which has little to do with you."
"I only saw the list this morning; it was indeed well hidden."
"Including you, only three people from Xiazhou were selected this time, which surprised me greatly."
Xu Hongzhuo's tone was slightly low.
Xiazhou, a place renowned as a mecca for art, only had three people selected this time, which put him under immense pressure.
"President Xu, I'm very curious, why are there so many unfamiliar faces on the list of invitees to the Spring Festival Gala, and they're all celebrities, where did they come from?"
Regarding this issue, not only Lin Rui, but anyone who has seen the announcement, whether from inside or outside the industry, is greatly puzzled.
It's important to understand that celebrities are no longer restricted by the Great Firewall, let alone those who are out and about!
After a moment of contemplation, Xu Hongzhuo solemnly replied, "The imperial city at the intersection of Hua and Xia provinces."
After a pause, Xu Hongzhuo added, "And... Lizhou."
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