Huayu Chunqiu, starting from being adopted by a fairy mother

Chapter 335 Don't force me to make trouble for you

Unexpected events can happen at any time, and misfortune can strike at any moment. Disasters always strike unexpectedly.

The 61st Cannes Film Festival was not significantly affected and proceeded as scheduled with the film screenings and awards ceremonies.

Because of the disaster in China, the world's attention was drawn there. The usually bustling film festival was unusually quiet.

Some people felt sorry for him and held a fundraising event on the spot, extending a helping hand of friendship.

Some people scoff, saying that China will not tolerate such people, and neither will foreigners.

Gao Yuanyuan was sitting in the audience, next to the "Under the City Wall" team, including the two male leads Liu Ye and Duan Yihong, Guan Xiaotong who played Xiao Ting, producer Tian Zhuangzhuang, and the editing and camera crew.

The awards ceremony was about to begin. Gao Yuanyuan felt no nervousness, only a headache and a sense of understanding.

The headache is that Guan Xiaotong, who's sitting next to her, is a real chatterbox. She must have been out of her mind to agree to let Guan Xiaotong see the world.

Understandably, it's no wonder Liu Jing viewed Guan Xiaotong and Sun Juanjuan as a monstrous threat.

Gao Yuanyuan even speculated that since the start of filming for "Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre," Liu Jing, as the producer, had not been to the set, not only to film promotional videos, but also likely because of the two young girls.

Guan Xiaotong plays the young Zhou Zhiruo, and Sun Juanjuan plays the young Yang Buhui. Their talkativeness should not be underestimated despite their young age.

The two of them chatted about everything under the sun, from the most remote corners of the world to the most distant horizons.

"Commander Gao, are we going back tomorrow? Can you talk to my mom about this..." Gao Yuanyuan wanted to plug her ears; this was the eighteenth question Guan Xiaotong had asked.

"Little friend, can I ask you something?"

"No, are you trying to lie to me?"

"How could I lie to you? We've met before, haven't you forgotten?"

“My mom said that when you’re traveling, especially abroad, you should be especially careful of Chinese people, because only your own people would lie to each other.” Guan Xiaotong tilted her head back and looked at her carefully before she could tell. “You’re Sister Bingbing, right? You don’t look like you used to. Your dress is brighter than Commander Gao’s. Commander Gao’s dress is too pale. My mom said it looks like porcelain.”

Gao Yuanyuan turned her head and said, "This is a blue and white porcelain dress, custom-made by Yue Ren Clothing."

She doesn't particularly like wearing cheongsams; her evening gown incorporates some blue and white porcelain elements, making it more elegant.

The person who arrived was Fan Xiaopang, dressed in a formal suit, looking like a giant Barbie doll.

Gao Yuanyuan has a delicate appearance, while Fan Xiaopang has a striking appearance; both of their dresses were chosen to suit their individual features.

The two of them together attracted a lot of attention.

“Your Commander Gao is so elegant. Why don’t you sit over there? You’re right next to Mom. I’d like to have a chat with your Commander Gao for a bit,” Fan Xiaopang said in a consultative tone.

"Our Commander Gao prefers quiet..."

"Xiaotong, we have something important to talk about. You should go find your mother first." Gao Yuanyuan quickly took over the conversation. At this moment, she found Fan Xiaopang particularly pleasing to the eye. This was no tough girl; he was clearly a cutie.

"What important business could you adults possibly have?" Guan Xiaotong sighed, shook her head like a little adult, and walked away with her hands behind her back.

The two beauties, one in green and one in red, stared at each other, wondering if they were being looked down upon by the little child.

"Why did you bring her here? She's like a monk from Journey to the West." Fan Xiaopang shook his head.

"Sigh! Her mother wanted to take her to broaden her horizons, and I couldn't refuse," Gao Yuanyuan sighed, filled with regret. If she hadn't taken Guan Xiaotong, she could have had a few days of peace and quiet.

"Why did you choose her when you filmed 'Under the City Wall' last year? Did a big shot in the Beijing circle recommend her?" Fan Xiaopang guessed.

"No, bigwigs in Beijing's elite circles rarely recommend people to 'Wooden Opera'."

"That's true, the wood doesn't give them any face."

"It was recommended by Sister Xiaoran; she has a good relationship with the Guan family."

"So it was this crazy woman. Wood will definitely give her some face." Fan Xiaopang suddenly realized.

"..." Gao Yuanyuan didn't know how to respond. She felt that Fan Xiaopang was right, Li Xiaoran was indeed a bit crazy.

"Did that woman sleep with Wood? Wood is really drooling over her big, white breasts. I'm drooling too," Fan Xiaopang mocked.

"..." Gao Yuanyuan fell silent again, because she didn't know either. She wasn't particularly concerned about who Liu Jing was having relationships with; she just needed to do her own job. Who a man was with and what he did was his business, and that was Liu Yifei's concern.

If you know something, you know it; if you don't, you don't ask.

"When we were filming 'The Little Fish and the Flower Without Flaws,' we almost got into a fight. In the end, Mu Tou beat us up," Fan Xiaopang said in a low voice.

"How did he hit me?" Gao Yuanyuan became interested, and several vivid images popped into her mind.

"The crazy woman ran into the wooden room, dressed very scantily, saying she was practicing swordsmanship, but actually she was just trying to seduce the wooden man. Of course I couldn't stand it, it was like destroying the young grass of our motherland. I..." Fan Xiaopang was a good storyteller, recounting the scene that happened that day in detail.

"I'll spank you." Gao Yuanyuan was a little disappointed. She thought to herself that she was so noble, but she was just trying to seduce Mu Tou.

"Sister Yuanyuan, I have something I'd like to ask for your help with. I've taken over 'Jin Daban,' you know about that, right? I've run into some trouble." Fan Xiaopang stopped talking about Li Xiaoran; the opening was successful, and it was time to get down to business.

"Jin Daban? Wasn't it Liu Xiaoqing you hired? When did you take over?" Gao Yuanyuan asked in surprise.

"Investors wanted to collaborate with her because of her good portrayal of Wu Zetian. They didn't even consider that Liu Xiaoqing is over fifty years old; how could she play a girl in her twenties?" Fan Xiaopang explained.

"Wow, impressive! How did you manage to snatch the role from her?" Gao Yuanyuan exclaimed in amazement.

"That's exactly what I told the investors. If you're fifty, play a fifty-year-old role. There's no need to force yourself into a group of young girls. If you're going to be a grandmother, be a grandmother. Why play a granddaughter? Besides, I brought my own funding to the negotiations. The investors were more than happy to accept it." Fan Xiaopang smiled. For her, getting a role was just like eating a meal; there was nothing to praise or marvel at.

"Money talks," Gao Yuanyuan scoffed. She thought it was some impressive tactic, but it turns out it was just about bringing your own funding to get a role. So lacking in skill, even a pig waving money could snatch a part.

“I thought the script was good, so I volunteered. The director is Ju Jue Liang, who is currently preparing for ‘Three Kingdoms.’ I am the producer and also the art director. The budget for this film is tight, so I would like to borrow the venue and also have a batch of costumes custom-made. Do you think you could give me a friendly price…” Fan Xiaopang explained.

"The shows produced by Fan Bingbing's studio are already at an internal price, even cheaper than the friend's price by 10%. If you have too much money to spend, why not give it to me and I'll help you spend it?" Gao Yuanyuan mocked, feeling that Fan Xiaopang was showing off.

"Sigh! Yue Ren Clothing has been getting so many orders lately, ours are a bit late. That's why I'm asking you to pull some strings and do me a favor." Fan Xiaopang had immense respect for Liu Jing, because Yue Ren Clothing's orders had exploded due to the Olympics.

We've recently expanded and integrated our businesses, acquiring several garment factories. We're still operating around the clock, unable to keep up with the increasing orders.

She had a feeling that with the airing of the promotional video, Yue Ren Apparel's business would definitely reach new heights.

What was once an inconspicuous costume manufacturing factory has, in just six months, transformed into a well-known comprehensive clothing enterprise under Liu Jing's leadership.

"You're his darling, it's just a matter of a word from him," Gao Yuanyuan said sourly.

“He’s busy with the Olympics and disaster relief. This is a small matter, we sisters can talk about it, why bother him?” Fan Xiaopang suddenly put his arm around Gao Yuanyuan’s shoulder and explained in a low voice before she could ask anything, “The camera needs to pan over here.”

"Oh, no wonder you were so enthusiastic when John Woo and the others launched the fundraising campaign, flitting around like a butterfly. It was all for show." Gao Yuanyuan smiled warmly, knowing it was also for the cameras.

"Not entirely, just doing my part." Fan Xiaopang smiled even more brightly, resting her head on Gao Yuanyuan's shoulder, like a best friend who could talk about anything.

"Sister Zihan is in charge of some business at Yue Ren Clothing. I'll talk to her and ask you to find someone to coordinate with her." Gao Yuanyuan wouldn't deliberately make things difficult for such a small matter.

The incident involving Teacher Chen at the beginning of the year still had a certain impact on Chen Zihan.

Liu Jing's prediction was correct; indeed, some people brought up Chen Zihan. Even with prior preparation, the impact on Chen Zihan was still significant.

She loves fashion design, but recently she's had fewer acting offers. General Manager Wen transferred her to Yue Ren Apparel to handle some specific business operations.

In the fifth year of the Spring and Autumn Period, Li Dabai became the principal of Zhuwai Academy, Gao Yuanyuan took charge of the department, and Chen Zihan was the third to take up a management position.

Bai Bing has found a new opportunity and is currently using this matter to coerce and entice Yan Danchen.

"Mwah! Thank you, sister, I love you to death." Fan Xiaopang leaned over and kissed Gao Yuanyuan on the cheek.

"Aren't you the producer of 'The Golden Era'? Help me promote someone from our company, Tong Liya. Her aerial dance at the Olympics was also her farewell performance. She wants to develop in the film and television industry, and 'The Golden Era' has a lot of dance scenes, which is perfect for her." Gao Yuanyuan turned her head away because the camera had moved past.

This was something Liu Jing had instructed her to do, so Gao Yuanyuan dared not disregard it.

As a member of the opening ceremony's creative team, Liu Jing wielded considerable power, overseeing not only creative ideas but also everything else.

He watched the rehearsal of "Silk Road" some time ago, and Tong Liya's performance was the best, making her the first candidate with a high number of votes.

Liu Jing was very happy and told Tong Liya to perform well, and that he would recommend her for the Spring Festival Gala this year.

Tong Liya was not happy at all. She pulled Liu Jing aside and said, "Big brother, do you want me to go down this dark path? I don't want to be a dancer. I want to be a film and television actress. Otherwise, why would I go to the Central Academy of Drama?"

Liu Jing encouraged him, "You have a talent for dance, even better than Liu Shishi. We don't lack actors, we lack dancers."

"I'm graduating this year. Dancing will be a side job, acting will be my main profession." Tong Liya rolled her eyes. What do you mean by "us"? You're talking about your lovers, aren't you? If you really dare to marry me, I'll dance for you every day, and I won't repeat myself.

Liu Jing sighed. Tong Liya in her dance state was truly the best in the world, but it's a pity we'll rarely see her like that again.

He told Bai Bing about Tong Liya's idea, and Bai Bing then told Commander Gao.

"No problem, I'll contact that ice." Fan Xiaopang said nonchalantly, still leaning his head on Gao Yuanyuan's shoulder. "Is this Tong Liya one of our sisters?"

"I don't know." Gao Yuanyuan shook her head. "I want the second female lead in 'My Love from the Star'."

Gao Yuanyuan thought of Tang Yan. She had read the script and felt that the role was quite suitable for Tang Yan.

In the development strategy of the second generation of Chunqiu, Tang Yan was the first person to be promoted. However, due to Tong Liya's graduation, the strategy also needs to be adjusted accordingly.

"Sis, I can't give this to you. When that person gave me the script, they also gave the second female lead to Yang Mi." Fan Xiaopang sighed.

"Never mind then, how about 'The Golden Era'? Does it have a suitable role for Tang Yan?" Gao Yuanyuan changed her target.

"There are three important female characters in 'The Golden Era,' all of whom are popular dancers at the Paramount Ballroom. The lead actress, Jin Zhaoli, is mine, as are the shrewish and cunning Ren Daidai and the scheming Wu Xikui. That person thinks Yang Mi is suitable for cheongsams and also for the role of Ren Daidai." Fan Xiaopang's tone was quite complicated. That person is really good to his brother.

"Tsk, it's Yang Mi again." Gao Yuanyuan's emotions were also quite complicated, but she didn't feel much jealousy, after all, Yang Mi had gained more.

"You say I'm his sweetheart, but actually Yang Mi is. Haven't you noticed? He thinks of Yang Mi in everything he does," Fan Xiaopang sighed.

"He's been thinking of you a lot, giving you funding, scripts, and making things easy for you. You're the lead actress, why are you jealous of the second lead?" Gao Yuanyuan scoffed, trying to sow discord in front of me. You're still too green. Yang Mi and I are practically inseparable, but our relationship is still better than yours.

"Hehe, you're right." Fan Xiaopang chuckled, then changed the subject, "By the way, have you prepared your acceptance speech?"

"Mu Tou said there was no chance of winning an award, so I didn't prepare anything." Gao Yuanyuan shook her head. The production team did try to influence the public, but they didn't put in much effort.

The purpose of having this film screened at the three major film festivals is simply to make it known and generate some international influence.

"The chances were indeed slim before, but things are different now. Don't forget what's happening in our country, what's about to happen. I just asked a friend, and many judges have changed their opinion of the play. You should still prepare, just in case you win an award. Even if you don't, there are follow-up events after the awards ceremony, such as a press conference and a banquet. With the earthquake in China, the whole world is paying attention, and the media will definitely interview you," Fan Xiaopang reminded him.

"If we really win an award, let Director Tian go on stage."

“You represent him, and I think he would prefer you to be on stage.”

Gao Yuanyuan fell silent. Her English was only so-so, and she had prepared for Cannes a long time before her last trip.

"I'm going to change. The dress is so uncomfortable, I can hardly breathe. Save me a spot, I'll look for you later."

"Sigh..." Gao Yuanyuan sighed. You have to work harder. You actually had to ask a competitor for a reminder.

Her English is indeed only so-so, and she doesn't understand any French.

As the awards ceremony began, Gao Yuanyuan became deaf, smiling as she looked at the stage, her eyes vacant, occasionally clapping along with everyone else.

"What awards are they giving out now? It seems like it's almost over. I wonder what Mu Tou is busy with. It's the middle of the night, he's probably sleeping with some girl in his arms." Gao Yuanyuan muttered to herself, ready to applaud at any moment. Suddenly, she felt something was off. Why were so many people looking over?

"Stop clapping, we won an award." Fan Xiaopang quietly kicked Gao Yuanyuan.

What do you mean by "us" or "them"? You are you, and we... won an award?

Gao Yuanyuan was stunned because the camera panned over, and because she heard her accomplices cheering excitedly.

She stood up from her seat, an excited smile on her face, but a sense of bewilderment in her heart.

Damn you, you didn't even warn me before making me look bad. Now I'm embarrassed even internationally.

"The Jury Prize, not the Palme d'Or, don't get it wrong." Fan Xiaopang stood up excitedly, hugged her sister tightly, and reminded her, "According to convention, the acceptance speech should not exceed one minute."

Gao Yuanyuan was out of her mind; she had already noticed.

If it were anyone else, she would be thrilled to embarrass them. But since Liu Jing was the director of "Under the City Wall," things were different.

"One minute." Gao Yuanyuan sighed. One minute is very short, but she really wasn't prepared.

The distance from her seat to the stage wasn't far, but she suddenly felt her feet were floating, as if she were walking on cotton.

With the trophy in her hands, looking at the sea of ​​black faces below the stage, she couldn't see their eyes, but felt as if there were knives piercing her.

Gao Yuanyuan took a deep breath, holding up the trophy. "I'm sorry, my foreign language skills aren't very good, and our director often teases me about it. Thank you Cannes, thank you to the jury, Sean Penn, and all the judges. This night feels surreal, standing here, receiving such a high honor for 'Under the Walls,' something my friends and I never imagined. This film narrates that painful journey, that silent history. I dared not watch it, but it truly existed. Our country just experienced a disaster, and I dared not watch it either, but it did happen. One disaster and hardship after another has never defeated us..."

It seems like it's been more than a minute.

Fan Xiaopang had a complicated expression. She felt that she would definitely be the most dazzling star on the red carpet tonight, in the domestic news.

But not anymore. The woman on stage who went overtime is the brightest star in the world tonight.
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buzzing...

buzzing...

[Congratulations! "Under the City Walls" won the Grand Jury Prize at the 61st Cannes Film Festival. You will receive one entry into a prize draw.]

[The rewards for "The Forbidden Kingdom" have been met, and 12.3 Entertainment Points have been awarded.]

It was already past 3 a.m., but Chunqiu Pictures was still brightly lit, and many people were still busy.

People weren't there for the distant Cannes Film Festival, but rather for the editing of the promotional video.

Because of the earthquake, Liu Jing was delayed for a few days and is now catching up on the work.

The organizing committee has urged us several times to complete the editing work by the end of the month.

There was originally enough time, but due to the earthquake, the leadership gave new instructions. At the end of the promotional video, a group photo of all 56 ethnic groups was added.

Fifty-six actors are located all over the country; it's incredibly difficult to gather them all together.

Liu Jing had no choice but to find fifty-six students from the Beijing Film Academy. Fortunately, there was a surplus when the clothes were ordered, which allowed them to take the final group photo.

The editors worked in three shifts, putting in extra hours to complete the task.

Liu Jing is full of energy and only sleeps three or four hours a day, which does not affect his work.

"Holy crap, we actually won an award," Liu Jing muttered.

"Director, what won an award?" an editor asked.

"Haha, 'Under the City Wall' won the Jury Prize! Once our promotional video is finished, please come to Room 16." Liu Jing laughed.

Most of the editors present participated in the editing of "Under the City Wall".

"Director, we want to go to Heaven on Earth." The editors are all young people, mostly graduates of the Beijing Film Academy, and they are alumni of Liu Jing's school, so their relationship is naturally special.

“Alright! Take whichever girl you like.” Liu Jing readily agreed.

"Can I take it home?"

Can you afford to raise it?

"Haha, one night is enough."

That's enough.

With everyone chiming in, the editing room became lively again.

Liu Jing was also very excited. He lit a cigarette, gently closed the door, and stood in the corridor smoking.

He had just exhaled a smoke ring when his phone rang.

"Boss, we won! We won!" Bai Bing's excited voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Calm down, calm down, look at you. It's not like it's the Palme d'Or, what's there to get excited about?" Liu Jing scolded.

"I miss you, what should I do?" Bai Bing let out a soft moan, overwhelmed with excitement.

"I miss you too. Focus on your graduation project." Liu Jing said with a smile.

Bai Bing is graduating this year and returned to school a few days ago to prepare for her graduation defense and thesis.

These were no problem for her, but the necessary procedures still had to be followed.

She knew it was the Cannes awards ceremony today, and she hadn't slept all night, keeping up with the news from there.

"Okay! I...I understand," Bai Bing replied softly.

"Is something wrong?" Liu Jing asked, somewhat puzzled.

Bai Bing remained silent. "Why do you know me so well? Why do you know me so well?"
"Did someone bully you? Or is something bothering you?" Liu Jing asked again.

"Can you attend our school's graduation party?" Bai Bing asked nervously. She knew better than anyone how busy her boss was.

Opening ceremony, promotional video, release date announcement for "Under the City Wall", preparations for "Chinese Paladin 3", preparations for "The Message", production of "Painted Skin"...

Especially around the time of their graduation party, which coincided with the completion of the Bird's Nest stadium. The opening ceremony had to be rehearsed in the Bird's Nest, which was also the busiest time.

But at this moment, in this situation, she suddenly felt like being willful.

"Hey! Little Bai, you've got ulterior motives. You want me to perform a show and embarrass myself in front of everyone?" Liu Jing joked.

"No, you were in the audience..."

"You arrange the time; you'll be my boss that day," Liu Jing readily agreed.

"Mmm!" Bai Bing didn't dare to say more, afraid that her boss would notice her sobbing.

Bai Bing's call was just the beginning; Liu Jing's calls kept coming in, one phone call after another, followed by a text message.

It was still the middle of the night in China, but even so, many friends sent congratulatory messages.

As for friends abroad, I just call them, such as my eldest apprentice Scarlett, and my youngest apprentice Emma, ​​who just finished filming "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince".

And there's Sisi, who's already awake.

"It's only a little past four o'clock, why aren't you asleep? Are you healthy or what?" Liu Jing answered the phone, his tone harsh and unfriendly.

"I just woke up." Sisi was still a little dazed, and this time she was really frightened. Had I done something heinous?

Liu Jing was naturally angry; the scenery was in motion, but in reality, only the wind was in motion.

Kangmei donated 20 million yuan in cash, as well as tents and medicines worth 30 million yuan.

Qin Shi donated 50 million, Chunqiu donated 10 million, Jiahe donated 10 million, and Liu Jing and Qianqian jointly donated 10 million.

Liu Jing went to the scene, where Xixi and some celebrities participated in various performances.

In addition to performing, Sisi also participates in disaster relief in the name of the Scenic Charity Foundation.

"Why are you being so fierce? You scared me awake." Sisi realized that he dared to talk to her like that; was he trying to rebel?

"Hurry up and put it back in the cage," Liu Jing said impatiently.

"You rotten wood, you're biting the hand that feeds you! You don't appreciate kindness!" Qianqian cursed.

Call me again after nine o'clock.

"Pah! Screw you! I read the script for 'The Message' last night, and they've reserved the role of Li Ningyu for me. This role is interesting. Let's see who still calls me a fairy goddess. I want to play it..."

"No way." Liu Jing refused decisively. What a joke! The physical punishment would require stripping naked, that was absolutely unacceptable.

Sisi understood Liu Jing's concerns, "You won't change the script, or make sure the physical punishment scene doesn't involve stripping naked, or that you don't film their faces during filming."

"No, not anywhere." Liu Jing left no room for negotiation.

"Hey! Do you want Gao Yuanyuan, Zeng Li, and Fan Xiaopang to act? They can take their clothes off, why can't I?" Qianqian was unhappy. Can't you talk properly?

“They are them, and you are you. If I say no, then no. If you dare to film a scene like this, I'll break your legs,” Liu Jing said in a deep voice.

“Liu Jing, I’m giving you a chance to rephrase your words,” Xixi threatened.

"Break their arms too," Liu Jing added.

“You…” Sisi was furious. Feeling Liu Jing’s determination, she was extremely frustrated. “You pervert! Measuring torture, rope torture, needle torture, electric shock torture, scrubbing torture, each one more perverted than the last. You must be a pervert. How did you come up with all this stuff?”

"This isn't made up; the truth is even crueler," Liu Jing sighed.

"Let's both compromise. I don't want Li Ningyu anymore, you give me Gu Xiaomeng." Qianqian said softly. Since she couldn't get through to a direct confrontation, she would try a gentler approach.

"No." Liu Jing refused again. Rope torture was painful, and it was especially perverse to women.

"As long as I say yes."

"If I say no, it won't work."

"You'll agree to anything I say." Sisi looked aggrieved and changed tactics again.

"You should learn about rope torture first, then we can talk about the role. You may not care, but I do. I'll be heartbroken if you get hurt," Liu Jing said, a headache forming in his head.

"I've looked into it."

"You should be the producer. That's a higher rank than Li Ningyu or Gu Xiaomeng. You can keep an eye on me, the director." Liu Jing sighed helplessly. How did she end up targeting him?

Damn it, who gave the script to Sissi?

"No, don't force me to argue with you." Sisi refused. This is no big deal, who cares? She likes these two characters.

"I'm not afraid of you..."

(End of this chapter)