Sheng Shi Jialun---14th Floor
Jian Qiaoxin was very nervous when he was called into the conference room. After all, Nong Bai had said before that if he couldn't get this role, he would be put on hiatus.
As a result, he couldn't make it through the last hurdle and he did not succeed in securing the role. This time he was sure that he would be put on hiatus.
Today's weather was good with the blue sky and white clouds outside the window: the sky was deep blue, the white clouds were dazzling. The room was empty, and the temperature was pleasant.
Jian Qiaoxin played with the disposable cup in his hand and couldn't help sighing.
There was a sound of footsteps from far and near, then Nong Bai came into the room. He was wearing black sportswear and a large Buddhist bead on his wrist. He walked vigorously and came in with a wave of heat.
Nong Bai looked for water as soon as he came in: "I'm thirsty."
Jian Qiaoxin was very sensible. Since the drinking fountain was on his side, he quickly took a paper cup and poured some water before handed it over: "Brother Nong."
Nong Bai took it and drank it, groaning and sighing after drinking, his finger pointed to Jian Qiaoxin: "You, "Wang Jiang Pavilion" this matter..."
Jian Qiaoxin's hand clasped the table tightly, a little nervous: "Brother Nong, this is indeed my fault."
"You did a good job!"
"What?"
Nong Bai pinched his waist, and hurriedly took out his phone from his pocket to show him: "Just now, Director Wang personally called me to inform you of the audition, you really did it, I was surprised!"
Jian Qiaoxin: "......"
What happened that day, Jian Qiaoxin didn't want to think about it, and by all means, Director Wang would not even give him a chance to participate. This was simply unscientific.
Nong Bai was very happy, and seemed to be able to see Jian Qiaoxin's concern, and in turn comforted him: "You don't have to think too much about it. This drama is invested by our company, oh no, Mr. Yan invested in it using the Yan Group's name. Now Sheng Shi belongs to the Yan Group, and it's under Mr. Yan's management. Since he invested in this drama, it is reasonable for Director Wang to consider our company's artists."
Jian Qiaoxin was relieved by the news, but he could not be too careful: "Why did Mr. Yan suddenly acquire our company?"
"......"
Nong Bai coldly said, "Don't ask about something you shouldn't know. In our circle, the less you know, the longer you live, you have to learn to shut up."
Jian Qiaoxin was very obedient: "Yes, understood."
"But since it's not a secret, it's okay to tell you." Nong Bai said while getting some water: "Because Mr. Yan's boyfriend is going to enter the entertainment circle, in order to make it easier to support him, Mr. Yan just directly bought an entertainment company."
Jian Qiaoxin: "......"
Damn.
Seeing his expression, Nong Bai smiled meaningfully: "This "Wang Jiang Pavilion" male lead is Mr. Yan's little lover. Investing in this drama is also to praise him, so you must not offend him in the crew. The best thing is to have a good relationship with this little master, and it will be of great benefit to you in the future."
Jian Qiaoxin took a sip of water and nodded: "I understand."
Nong Bai was satisfied. Honestly speaking, if one were to ask who is his favorite among his signed artists, it would be Jian Qiaoxin. When he first saw Jian Qiaoxin, he felt that this was fate.
Just that the kid did not like to take on the quick to fame path; otherwise, he would have been popular a long time ago.
Thinking about it, he looked at the youth and said meaningfully: "Look, it's okay to have someone supporting you. I think Xiao Zihua has been good to you. Who doesn't know that the prince only listens to you, if you are willing to..."
"Brother Nong." Jian Qiaoxin put down the water cup, and his voice became solemn: "I have a boyfriend."
Nong Bai: "......"
The kid is very conservative.
Talking about the filming, the next step was to audition as soon as possible. They should follow up closely with the crew and be prepared for the audition.
Jian Qiaoxin originally thought that he would not have an important role, but he did not expect to actually get a role where his character can live for a few espisodes. This inspired him to some extent, as long as he could show his face!
On the day of the audition, Jian Qiaoxin was originally fully prepared to go, but in th e end he didn't even get to see the director. The deputy director asked him to perform a few scenes and told him to go back to wait for the notice.
Jian Qiaoxin was shocked by this "casual" casting.
After he got home, he put his backpack on the sofa and prepared to do some housework. After all, if he were going to be in the crew to film soon, he would be busy again and might not have much time to take care of the house.
There were not many clothes in his laundry basket. Jian Qiaoxin had to go to Qiu Jian's room to grab the man's laundry. He usually didn't go into his boyfriend's room unless it was necessary, he had always trusted Qiu Jian.
Sure enough, a shirt and a pair of pants were thrown by the bed. Jian Qiaoxin shook his head helplessly, still so casual.
Putting the clothes on his arm, he was about to look in the closet. However, he felt something in the suit trousers on his arm, and he had to empty out all pockets to wash the clothes. Jian Qiaoxin reluctantly emptied the trouser pocket.
It was a bunch of paper. He took them out and looked at them. They were actually receipts from luxury names. The amount on each receipt was around tens of thousands, ranging from a few thousand yuan to nearly 10,000 yuan in clothes.
Jian Qiaoxin's eyes were slightly squinted. They kept saying that they would buy a house. They wanted to have a house in A City, and it would be a small nest where they can settle down. Although they had to save money, Jian Qiaoxin always believed in Qiu Jian and believed that he would not spend too much money. They would definitely work hard for their future, so he had never managed Qiu Jian's money.
...
The amount on the receipt stung his eyes.
Having been in the entertainment industry for so long, he had seen people carrying all kinds of brand-name luxury goods, going to high-end restaurants and living a generous life; it would be a lie to say that Jian Qiaoxin was not feeling envious and it was impossible not to yearn for it.
But he suppressed all of his yearnings because he wanted to have a bright future with Qiu Jian. While he was enduring the humiliation, Qiu Jian was splurging lavishly!
Maybe.
It was his birthday recently, so he bought these for himself?
Jian Qiaoxin lowered his eyes and looked at the receipts in his hand in silence. He put the receipts back in the pocket, and put the pants and shirt back in place. He was betting on his trust for Qiu Jian, he was willing to believe him.
He wanted to see a result, and he was also betting on that result.
The Studio City---Filming Crew
This was the first day of joining the crew. According to the rules, the start-up ceremony would be held. Jian Qiaoxin followed everyone to the start-up ceremony, and he officially got to know the protagonist of the drama---Wen Yuan.
Wen Yuan's facial features could be regarded as beautiful, there was a hint of arrogance around him, and he did not even conceal that arrogance.
Director Wang brought the staff over to talk about the drama. Because Jian Qiaoxin's role and Wen Yuan's role were friends in the drama, his character appeared in the first few episode of the drama.
"You two are brothers and rivals who grew up together. You both admire the young hero Zhan in Jianghu [1]. By chance, young hero Zhan fell in love with Huaibei."
Young Hero Zhan was Jian Qiao's new role.
"But in fact, Zang Qing also likes young hero Zhan. Over time, young hero Zhan finds out that Zang Qing is actually the one he likes."
Zang Qing was the protagonist, which was Wen Yuan's character.
The director went on to talk about the play. Although Director Wang looked like a brainless person in those wine parties, if he were to put his mind in the right place, he would still be very insightful.
Jian Qiaoxin took notes of the main points while Wen Yuan next to him was putting on the makeup.
Director Wang finished: "How is it, is there anything else you don't understand?"
Jian Qiaoxin shook his head: "Understood."
Wen Yuan on the other side said: "What if I don't remember my lines well, Director, because I'm still in school and doing my study, so I don't have so much time to remember my lines."
"......"
Jian Qiaoxin was stunned.
Director Wang seemed to have expected it, and smiled to hide his annoyance: "It's okay, now we all use dubbing, you can just say whatever you want."
Jian Qiaoxin said in a low voice: "But I will be shooting with him."
Wen Yuan smiled and said without waiting for the director to speak: "I heard that Xiao Xin is a veteran actor. You can certainly handle this kind of thing, right?"
"......"
Director Wang was also agreeing on the side, which basically meant something like it must be okay.
While talking, Director Wang secretly watched these two youths. He had been in the entertainment industry long enough to be able to read people through their words and expressions. Wen Yuan's hostility to Jian Qiaoxin was almost unconcealed, and Jian Qiaoxin obviously was not happy with it.
Director Wang gave it some thoughts, thinking of the scene he saw in the parking lot. Mr. Yan's attitude towards Jian Qiaoxin was quite patient...
If Wen Yuan was the empress, then Jian Qiaoxin, who was playing tug and pull with Mr. Yan in the parking lot that day, looked more like Mr. Yan's consort.
The Elite Circle is quite messy. It's not easy for me to be the director, ah? I really cannot offend either of them, since they are both the giant's lovers.
After the filming of the drama started, this experience was really painful for Jian Qiaoxin. Wen Yuan would begin to recite the multiplication formula in front of him, yet he had to perform with the other in a serious manner, which was not easy at all.
After a scene was finished, he began to miss filming with the prince. The prince was indeed a little bit difficult to please, but at least the prince would still recite the lines.
After the day was over, Jian Qiaoxin only thought it was too hard for him.
In the afternoon, Wen Yuan answered the phone in his lounge. The other caller was Yan Gan. He asked how Wen Yuan was doing in the crew today and whether he was being bullied.
Wen Yuan said perfunctorily: "Very good, all good, but very tired."
Yan Gan looked at the file in his hand: "I have asked the director to arrange your rest time reasonably, so you won't be tired from filming."
"Director? He is not really tiring me out, but the one who acts with me, Jian Qiaoxin, he had NGs too many times today, and he took a long time to get into character, which caused me to retake the scene several times."
Yan Gan calmly said: "I will check with the director."
Wen Yuan: "......"
He wanted to talk Yan Gan into replacing Jian Qiaoxin, but he didn't expect that Yan Gan would not be fooled at all.
The plan failed. Wen Yuan certainly could not give up. He knew what Yan Gan liked best and what made him feel softhearted.
Wen Yuan said softly: "You must be tired from working too. I will make a lunch box for you after work today, you should come over."
The tone on the other end of the phone sounded a bit better, he must be agreeing to it.
Wen Yuan hung up the phone triumphantly. Of course he wouldn't do it himself. When he opened the door of the lounge, he just saw Jian Qiaoxin who also came out. He was taken aback, and his head, which was not always very bright, came up with an idea.
Wen Yuan took some time to readjust his attitude from earlier, and he took the initiative to move forward: "Xiao Xin, are you free tonight?"
Jian Qiaoxin moved his feet and kept a distance from him calmly: "What is it, what's the matter?"
"Make me a lunch box!" Wen Yuan thought for a while: "Make it look good. I heard that you are very good at cooking, and I have always wanted to try it. Would you make it?"3
Jian Qiaoxin: "......"
Can I say I don't want to?
In his mind, he remembered Nong Bai repeatedly instructing him to make a good relationship with Wen Yuan, Jian Qiaoxin nodded his head with some unwillingness and smiled: "Of course I would."
---
Notes:+
[1] Jianghu - (which literally means "rivers and lakes"), a thrilling kung fu world where ancient knights and marital heroes ("Wuxia" in Chinese) fight for their fame and power in literary works, is now gradually unfolding in front of western readers. [source: chinadaily.com.cn]
Sheng Shi Jialun---14th Floor
Jian Qiaoxin was very nervous when he was called into the conference room. After all, Nong Bai had said before that if he couldn't get this role, he would be put on hiatus.
As a result, he couldn't make it through the last hurdle and he did not succeed in securing the role. This time he was sure that he would be put on hiatus.
Today's weather was good with the blue sky and white clouds outside the window: the sky was deep blue, the white clouds were dazzling. The room was empty, and the temperature was pleasant.
Jian Qiaoxin played with the disposable cup in his hand and couldn't help sighing.
There was a sound of footsteps from far and near, then Nong Bai came into the room. He was wearing black sportswear and a large Buddhist bead on his wrist. He walked vigorously and came in with a wave of heat.
Nong Bai looked for water as soon as he came in: "I'm thirsty."
Jian Qiaoxin was very sensible. Since the drinking fountain was on his side, he quickly took a paper cup and poured some water before handed it over: "Brother Nong."
Nong Bai took it and drank it, groaning and sighing after drinking, his finger pointed to Jian Qiaoxin: "You, "Wang Jiang Pavilion" this matter..."
Jian Qiaoxin's hand clasped the table tightly, a little nervous: "Brother Nong, this is indeed my fault."
"You did a good job!"
"What?"
Nong Bai pinched his waist, and hurriedly took out his phone from his pocket to show him: "Just now, Director Wang personally called me to inform you of the audition, you really did it, I was surprised!"
Jian Qiaoxin: "......"
What happened that day, Jian Qiaoxin didn't want to think about it, and by all means, Director Wang would not even give him a chance to participate. This was simply unscientific.
Nong Bai was very happy, and seemed to be able to see Jian Qiaoxin's concern, and in turn comforted him: "You don't have to think too much about it. This drama is invested by our company, oh no, Mr. Yan invested in it using the Yan Group's name. Now Sheng Shi belongs to the Yan Group, and it's under Mr. Yan's management. Since he invested in this drama, it is reasonable for Director Wang to consider our company's artists."
Jian Qiaoxin was relieved by the news, but he could not be too careful: "Why did Mr. Yan suddenly acquire our company?"
"......"
Nong Bai coldly said, "Don't ask about something you shouldn't know. In our circle, the less you know, the longer you live, you have to learn to shut up."
Jian Qiaoxin was very obedient: "Yes, understood."
"But since it's not a secret, it's okay to tell you." Nong Bai said while getting some water: "Because Mr. Yan's boyfriend is going to enter the entertainment circle, in order to make it easier to support him, Mr. Yan just directly bought an entertainment company."
Jian Qiaoxin: "......"
Damn.
Seeing his expression, Nong Bai smiled meaningfully: "This "Wang Jiang Pavilion" male lead is Mr. Yan's little lover. Investing in this drama is also to praise him, so you must not offend him in the crew. The best thing is to have a good relationship with this little master, and it will be of great benefit to you in the future."
Jian Qiaoxin took a sip of water and nodded: "I understand."
Nong Bai was satisfied. Honestly speaking, if one were to ask who is his favorite among his signed artists, it would be Jian Qiaoxin. When he first saw Jian Qiaoxin, he felt that this was fate.
Just that the kid did not like to take on the quick to fame path; otherwise, he would have been popular a long time ago.
Thinking about it, he looked at the youth and said meaningfully: "Look, it's okay to have someone supporting you. I think Xiao Zihua has been good to you. Who doesn't know that the prince only listens to you, if you are willing to..."
"Brother Nong." Jian Qiaoxin put down the water cup, and his voice became solemn: "I have a boyfriend."
Nong Bai: "......"
The kid is very conservative.
Talking about the filming, the next step was to audition as soon as possible. They should follow up closely with the crew and be prepared for the audition.
Jian Qiaoxin originally thought that he would not have an important role, but he did not expect to actually get a role where his character can live for a few espisodes. This inspired him to some extent, as long as he could show his face!
On the day of the audition, Jian Qiaoxin was originally fully prepared to go, but in th e end he didn't even get to see the director. The deputy director asked him to perform a few scenes and told him to go back to wait for the notice.
Jian Qiaoxin was shocked by this "casual" casting.
After he got home, he put his backpack on the sofa and prepared to do some housework. After all, if he were going to be in the crew to film soon, he would be busy again and might not have much time to take care of the house.
There were not many clothes in his laundry basket. Jian Qiaoxin had to go to Qiu Jian's room to grab the man's laundry. He usually didn't go into his boyfriend's room unless it was necessary, he had always trusted Qiu Jian.
Sure enough, a shirt and a pair of pants were thrown by the bed. Jian Qiaoxin shook his head helplessly, still so casual.
Putting the clothes on his arm, he was about to look in the closet. However, he felt something in the suit trousers on his arm, and he had to empty out all pockets to wash the clothes. Jian Qiaoxin reluctantly emptied the trouser pocket.
It was a bunch of paper. He took them out and looked at them. They were actually receipts from luxury names. The amount on each receipt was around tens of thousands, ranging from a few thousand yuan to nearly 10,000 yuan in clothes.
Jian Qiaoxin's eyes were slightly squinted. They kept saying that they would buy a house. They wanted to have a house in A City, and it would be a small nest where they can settle down. Although they had to save money, Jian Qiaoxin always believed in Qiu Jian and believed that he would not spend too much money. They would definitely work hard for their future, so he had never managed Qiu Jian's money.
...
The amount on the receipt stung his eyes.
Having been in the entertainment industry for so long, he had seen people carrying all kinds of brand-name luxury goods, going to high-end restaurants and living a generous life; it would be a lie to say that Jian Qiaoxin was not feeling envious and it was impossible not to yearn for it.
But he suppressed all of his yearnings because he wanted to have a bright future with Qiu Jian. While he was enduring the humiliation, Qiu Jian was splurging lavishly!
Maybe.
It was his birthday recently, so he bought these for himself?
Jian Qiaoxin lowered his eyes and looked at the receipts in his hand in silence. He put the receipts back in the pocket, and put the pants and shirt back in place. He was betting on his trust for Qiu Jian, he was willing to believe him.
He wanted to see a result, and he was also betting on that result.
The Studio City---Filming Crew
This was the first day of joining the crew. According to the rules, the start-up ceremony would be held. Jian Qiaoxin followed everyone to the start-up ceremony, and he officially got to know the protagonist of the drama---Wen Yuan.
Wen Yuan's facial features could be regarded as beautiful, there was a hint of arrogance around him, and he did not even conceal that arrogance.
Director Wang brought the staff over to talk about the drama. Because Jian Qiaoxin's role and Wen Yuan's role were friends in the drama, his character appeared in the first few episode of the drama.
"You two are brothers and rivals who grew up together. You both admire the young hero Zhan in Jianghu [1]. By chance, young hero Zhan fell in love with Huaibei."
Young Hero Zhan was Jian Qiao's new role.
"But in fact, Zang Qing also likes young hero Zhan. Over time, young hero Zhan finds out that Zang Qing is actually the one he likes."
Zang Qing was the protagonist, which was Wen Yuan's character.
The director went on to talk about the play. Although Director Wang looked like a brainless person in those wine parties, if he were to put his mind in the right place, he would still be very insightful.
Jian Qiaoxin took notes of the main points while Wen Yuan next to him was putting on the makeup.
Director Wang finished: "How is it, is there anything else you don't understand?"
Jian Qiaoxin shook his head: "Understood."
Wen Yuan on the other side said: "What if I don't remember my lines well, Director, because I'm still in school and doing my study, so I don't have so much time to remember my lines."
"......"
Jian Qiaoxin was stunned.
Director Wang seemed to have expected it, and smiled to hide his annoyance: "It's okay, now we all use dubbing, you can just say whatever you want."
Jian Qiaoxin said in a low voice: "But I will be shooting with him."
Wen Yuan smiled and said without waiting for the director to speak: "I heard that Xiao Xin is a veteran actor. You can certainly handle this kind of thing, right?"
"......"
Director Wang was also agreeing on the side, which basically meant something like it must be okay.
While talking, Director Wang secretly watched these two youths. He had been in the entertainment industry long enough to be able to read people through their words and expressions. Wen Yuan's hostility to Jian Qiaoxin was almost unconcealed, and Jian Qiaoxin obviously was not happy with it.
Director Wang gave it some thoughts, thinking of the scene he saw in the parking lot. Mr. Yan's attitude towards Jian Qiaoxin was quite patient...
If Wen Yuan was the empress, then Jian Qiaoxin, who was playing tug and pull with Mr. Yan in the parking lot that day, looked more like Mr. Yan's consort.
The Elite Circle is quite messy. It's not easy for me to be the director, ah? I really cannot offend either of them, since they are both the giant's lovers.
After the filming of the drama started, this experience was really painful for Jian Qiaoxin. Wen Yuan would begin to recite the multiplication formula in front of him, yet he had to perform with the other in a serious manner, which was not easy at all.
After a scene was finished, he began to miss filming with the prince. The prince was indeed a little bit difficult to please, but at least the prince would still recite the lines.
After the day was over, Jian Qiaoxin only thought it was too hard for him.
In the afternoon, Wen Yuan answered the phone in his lounge. The other caller was Yan Gan. He asked how Wen Yuan was doing in the crew today and whether he was being bullied.
Wen Yuan said perfunctorily: "Very good, all good, but very tired."
Yan Gan looked at the file in his hand: "I have asked the director to arrange your rest time reasonably, so you won't be tired from filming."
"Director? He is not really tiring me out, but the one who acts with me, Jian Qiaoxin, he had NGs too many times today, and he took a long time to get into character, which caused me to retake the scene several times."
Yan Gan calmly said: "I will check with the director."
Wen Yuan: "......"
He wanted to talk Yan Gan into replacing Jian Qiaoxin, but he didn't expect that Yan Gan would not be fooled at all.
The plan failed. Wen Yuan certainly could not give up. He knew what Yan Gan liked best and what made him feel softhearted.
Wen Yuan said softly: "You must be tired from working too. I will make a lunch box for you after work today, you should come over."
The tone on the other end of the phone sounded a bit better, he must be agreeing to it.
Wen Yuan hung up the phone triumphantly. Of course he wouldn't do it himself. When he opened the door of the lounge, he just saw Jian Qiaoxin who also came out. He was taken aback, and his head, which was not always very bright, came up with an idea.
Wen Yuan took some time to readjust his attitude from earlier, and he took the initiative to move forward: "Xiao Xin, are you free tonight?"
Jian Qiaoxin moved his feet and kept a distance from him calmly: "What is it, what's the matter?"
"Make me a lunch box!" Wen Yuan thought for a while: "Make it look good. I heard that you are very good at cooking, and I have always wanted to try it. Would you make it?"3
Jian Qiaoxin: "......"
Can I say I don't want to?
In his mind, he remembered Nong Bai repeatedly instructing him to make a good relationship with Wen Yuan, Jian Qiaoxin nodded his head with some unwillingness and smiled: "Of course I would."
---
Notes:+
[1] Jianghu - (which literally means "rivers and lakes"), a thrilling kung fu world where ancient knights and marital heroes ("Wuxia" in Chinese) fight for their fame and power in literary works, is now gradually unfolding in front of western readers. [source: chinadaily.com.cn]
