Huayu Chunqiu, starting from being adopted by a fairy mother

Chapter 384 Drunk and Crazy

While they're filming inside, there's also a good show happening outside.

Zhao Xiaodao was cleaning the living room, especially the area where Liu Jing often sat. She removed all the sofa covers and replaced them with new ones.

The corners of the coffee table and sofa were wiped so clean they could be used as mirrors.

She finished filming her scenes and was leaving tomorrow. Before leaving, she wanted to do as much as possible, to do more for the director.

Wang Zhiwen walked in from outside and plopped down on the sofa.

Zhao Liying was very angry. She clenched her fist and thought, "Forget it, she's a big actress. I can't afford to offend her."

"Liying, how old are you this year?" Wang Zhiwen didn't notice Xiaodao's expression. Zeng Li was very efficient and had brought up this matter with him in the morning.

Zeng Li thought it over and over, and realized that there was a Buddha statue right beside her, so why bother looking for something far away?

"I was born in '87, so I'm twenty-one this year." Zhao Xiaodao was taken aback. You're so aloof, you don't seem like the type to chat casually.

"Hmm! Twenty-one years old, that's just the right age." Wang Zhiwen pondered for a moment, then asked, "Which school did you graduate from? What was your major? What's your degree? How were your grades?"

Xiao Dao was even more confused. "LF City Electronic Information Engineering School, majoring in aviation services, secondary vocational school diploma, grades... average grades."

"How many years have you graduated?"

"It's been over two years since I graduated." Zhao Xiaodao looked at him like he was an idiot. "You're a big star, why are you chatting with me about this? You must have nothing better to do. Can't you see I'm working? If you have time for this, why don't you come and help me?"

“Your academic qualifications are indeed a problem. It’s good that you want to improve yourself. The Central Academy of Drama is not easy to get into; you have to work hard and put in a lot of effort. The art exam shouldn’t be too much of a problem for you. It’s been so long since you graduated, so your academic studies are the real issue. But it’s not too difficult for young people like you. Your age is the perfect time to learn. Unlike me, who can’t even learn if I wanted to.” Wang Zhiwen sighed.

Zhao Xiaodao wasn't stupid; he tentatively asked, "Teacher Wang, you said I want to apply to the Central Academy of Drama?"

"I didn't say that; Zeng Li told me this morning." Wang Zhiwen, ever the shrewd one, smiled and said, "You didn't know about this?"

"Now I know." Zhao Xiaodao pouted. Zeng Li? It must have been arranged by that big shot. If I were qualified, I would have taken the exam long ago.

“It’s not too late to find out now. Give me an address. Once filming wraps up, I’ll send you the materials and textbooks. As long as your academic scores are good enough, the art exam won’t be a problem.” Wang Zhiwen laughed heartily, finding it quite amusing. “Going through the proper channels is best, there won’t be any worries. Work hard and don’t let that person’s good intentions go to waste.”

"How kind of you..." Zhao Liying murmured. Is this what it feels like to have a powerful backer? I don't think I've given anything in return.

"what……"

Wow...

Zhao Xiaodao was wiping a cup when a scream came from next door, and the cup shattered.

"What's going on here?"

Wang Zhiwen got up, took a few quick steps, and then sat back down.

The sound was coming from the filming studio. At this point, the area was cleared, and men were not allowed to enter.

People came out of the house one after another, and staff members came in from outside. The number of people in the hall quickly increased from two to more than twenty.

When it comes to watching the excitement, everyone is quicker than anyone else.

A short while later, Tang Wei helped Zeng Li out.

The group of more than twenty people erupted in chatter and whispers.

Zhao Xiaodao's expression was strange. She overheard the people around her talking, and judging from Zeng Li's appearance, the director must have been driven mad. The director was really something, tormenting Zeng Li for over two hours.

That's not all. Some people behind the scenes were amazed, saying that the last person to clear the area was Cheng Long, and that Cheng Long has a successor.

Liu Jing followed behind with a wry smile. He had underestimated the difficulty of filming the scene of measuring the body, while Zeng Li had overestimated her own endurance.

Seeing so many people in the hall, Zeng Li shoved Tang Wei aside, saying, "First you said you were going to be a soldier, now you're saying your husband is coming back..."

Everyone looked at each other in disbelief. Why was she singing? Oh no, another one went crazy from the shock. Being a female actress is a high-risk profession, especially for overly beautiful actresses.

While everyone else was just thinking about it, Zhao Xiaodao asked directly, "What opera did Sister Zeng Li sing? It was quite beautiful."

“In the play ‘Wujiapo,’ Xue Pinggui followed Wang Baochuan to the cold cave and revealed his identity. After that, Wang Baochuan sang this part,” Liu Jing responded.

"Why did she suddenly start singing?" Zhao Xiaodao asked curiously, looking Zeng Li up and down, as if she had drunk too much.

Big Radish is a pervert, but not the kind of pervert; he wouldn't do something like Jackie Chan.

Xiao Dao still has that trust.

"She drank too much." Liu Jing sighed. Zeng Li drank more than half a jin (250ml) of liquor, and she was fine at the time. She managed to stay awake until the filming was finished, and then she was like this.

"..." Zhao Xiaodao looked strange. Aren't you guys filming a movie? Why are you drinking?

"This is the Yu school of singing; Zeng Li is just trying to pass herself off as Meng Xiaodong," Wang Zhiwen said with a chuckle.

"Meng Xiaodong?" Zhao Xiaodao asked, puzzled, not understanding.

"Zeng Li just filmed 'Mei Lanfang,' right? She played Meng Xiaodong, a disciple of Yu Shuyan, a Peking Opera actor specializing in the old male role. Yu Shuyan and Cheng Yanqiu collaborated on 'Wujiapo,' and Meng Xiaodong inherited Yu's skills. To celebrate the victory in the War of Resistance against Japan, Meng Xiaodong and Cheng Yanqiu sang 'Wujiapo' together on the radio, but unfortunately, due to health reasons, they couldn't complete it. The following year, at Huai Ren Hall, she sang 'Wujiapo' with Li Shifang and perfected the piece," Wu Gang explained.

He and Zeng Li had just filmed "Mei Lanfang" together, and he was very familiar with Meng Xiaodong's story.

This is his third collaboration with Zeng Li in two years.

Their first collaboration was in the TV series "Lurking," where Zeng Li played Wang Cuiping, and he played Lu Qiaoshan, the head of the intelligence department at the Tianjin station. The series is currently airing on several local television channels and has generated considerable buzz.

Their second collaboration was in the film *Mei Lanfang*, where Zeng Li played the female lead, Meng Xiaodong, and he played the supporting role of Master Fei. The film is currently showing in theaters and has generated considerable buzz lately.

"The Message" marks his third collaboration with Zeng Li, who once again plays the female lead while he continues to play the supporting male role.

"Drinking alcohol to boost courage, that's a good method." Zhou Xun seemed thoughtful, and I thought to myself, "I could do that too."

"...Eighteen years have passed, and Wang Baochuan has grown old. If this humble abode is handed over to you, I'd rather die before it." After Zeng Li finished singing, she shouted, "Where's the wine? You blockhead, drink with me! Drink with me now! I need to pay back my debts, I'll pay back all the debts I owe you at once..."

"Sister Zeng Li, let's go back inside and have a drink." Liu Jing quickly interrupted. Da Qingyi was acting crazy when drunk; her behavior was problematic. He couldn't let her say any more; he didn't want her to reveal what happened that night.

Tang Wei couldn't hold Zeng Li back, but it was no big deal for Liu Jing. He went over and carried her in his arms, saying, "Xiao Dao, come upstairs with me. You'll sleep in Zeng Li's room tonight. Take good care of her."

"I'll take care of Zeng Li," Zhou Xun volunteered.

"You can not."

What's wrong with me? I'm just a caregiver.

Zhou Xun was unconvinced and followed him upstairs.

"Tears never dry when I think of those days; my husband and I suffered endless torment in that cold cave. Ever since the Red Mane War was won, the Tang Emperor went to demand an official position. My position was granted to the Rear Army Commander-in-Chief, and your father went to the palace to impeach me." Zeng Li, even while being held, became restless, kicking off her shoes, which Zhao Xiaodao picked up.

After she finished singing that line, she nudged Liu Jing, saying, "Fellow amateur, it's your turn."

"Since Pangu established the heavens and the earth, when has a father-in-law ever impeached his son-in-law! When the Western Liang Kingdom rebelled, Xue Pinggui became the vanguard..."

Zhou Xun shrugged. "Okay, I really can't do it. I don't understand a single word, let alone sing a duet."

boom……

Zeng Li's head bumped into the door frame, but she didn't feel any pain. She was hooking her arm around Liu Jing's neck, which affected Liu Jing's vision.

"Slow down, slow down..." Tang Wei felt sorry for her and quickly protected her senior sister's head.

Many people in the crew viewed her with prejudice, but Zeng Li, her senior, did not.

"Phew..." Liu Jing put Zeng Li on the bed, which was more difficult than carrying a normal person.

"Wang Baochuan, what is your crime? To abandon me, Xue Pinggui..."

"Liu Jing, that night... you humiliated me, I forgive you... or not... I forgive you, but continue... um..."

Liu Jing couldn't stand it anymore, so he unscrewed the bottle cap and poured the mineral water into his mouth.

"Um, director, I'll go collect the camera..."

Tang Wei was very embarrassed, realizing she had heard something she shouldn't have, and hurriedly left.

"Liu Rijing, I'll bite you to death..." Bite what? Keep drinking water.

Xiao Dao grinned, "Maybe I should go out too."

"Stop talking nonsense..."

"After Su San left Hongdong County, she came to... ugh..."

Liu Jing quickly helped her up, and Zhao Xiaodao handed her a trash can. Zeng Li vomited profusely.

After vomiting, I drank some water and finally calmed down.

"How much did she drink?" Xiao Dao muttered.

"About six or seven taels."

"Your alcohol tolerance isn't that great," Xiao Dao said disdainfully. "When Bingbing and I drink, seven or eight liang (350-400ml) is just the beginning."

"It's not convenient for me to stay in this room, so please take good care of her. Clean up the room, and I'll bring you some food later." Liu Jing sighed. Da Qingyi was acting like this after getting drunk; she was even worse than Shu Chang when she was drunk.

Can we please not mention bringing lunch? Zhao Xiaodao looked at the mess on the floor and felt like crying.

I'm leaving the team tomorrow, and I thought I'd have a wonderful night before I go.

What a wonderful night! The night was intoxicating, and I was drunk with joy.

"I want to eat braised beef noodles." With that thought in mind, Xiao Dao made a request.

"You've got quite a few ideas," Liu Jing muttered. "I also want noodles, but today is New Year's Day, and the chef is making dumplings. Dumplings every other day? I can't stand it."

Xiao Dao smirked. "Tonight I'm the boss, so of course I have to take advantage of this and enjoy some perks. I still want to eat crayfish, I just don't want to bother you."

After Liu Jing left, she started working. First, she cleaned up the filth in the room, then changed the sheets, and then helped Zeng Li wipe her body and change into her pajamas.

After finishing all that, Xiaodao took a break to go back to his room and brought back his toiletries.

She waited and waited until she was sleepy after taking a shower, but no one brought her beef noodles.

"She's not Liu Yifei after all, not even Yang Mi. Zhao Xiaodao, oh Zhao Xiaodao, bah, Zhao Liying, you country bumpkin, what are you thinking? This isn't a fairy tale, this is reality." Xiaodao patted her cheeks, trying to clear her head. "Fairy tales are all lies, wake up, Zhao Xiaodao..."

ding dong...

An hour later, Zhao Xiaodao was nodding frequently when he suddenly woke up and rushed to the door.

"Your beef noodles." Liu Jing handed over his dinner.

Xiao Dao was stunned for three seconds, not moved, but questioning the meaning of life: "Is the chef's surname Kang?"

"It's all the same, the boss's surname is Gao."

"Brother, he's nowhere near as tall as you. You're the real tall one. I want to eat braised beef noodles, and you give me a bag of instant noodles, a whole cup of them, you can't afford to buy them, can you?" Xiao Dao complained.

"First of all, it's not one bag, it's two bags. Secondly, it wasn't bought, it was found in the kitchen." Liu Jing looked them over and nodded repeatedly, thinking that Xiao Dao was really good at doing housework.

"He's sick," Xiao Dao muttered, and quite seriously so.

"Is Sister Zeng Li alright?"

"She was sleeping soundly, and I couldn't wake her up even after trying to wake her up for a long time."

"Oh! Reading a book, tsk tsk, the Diamond Sutra, quite a unique taste." Liu Jing looked at the Buddhist scripture on the sofa, quite surprised.

"Only the Diamond Sutra can quell my nameless rage." Xiao Dao placed dinner on the table and glanced at it discreetly. Besides two packets of instant noodles, there was a bowl for the noodles, a box of dumplings, a box of fruit, and a bottle of yogurt.

A smile appeared on her lips. This chauvinistic man was surprisingly thoughtful.

I don't want beef noodles anymore, but I still need to boil water. I'm on a diet tonight, so I'll just have dumplings and fruit.

"You've got quite a temper," Liu Jing chuckled dryly, his resentment evident.

After he left, he went to the filming studio to check the playback. By the time he finished, the chef had already left, and there was no one to make him beef noodles.

He was too lazy to cook, so he found some ready-made food and carried it upstairs.

"It's past nine o'clock, you should get some rest. I'll bring you breakfast tomorrow morning." Liu Jing walked around the room, preparing to go back to sleep.

"Are you just going to leave like this?" Xiao Dao asked with a somber expression.

"I'll go make you a bowl of beef noodles..."

"I'm leaving tomorrow." Xiao Dao pursed her lips. Do you think I need this bowl of beef noodles? I need many bowls.

You're just leaving the film crew tomorrow, it's not like it's a matter of life and death, there's no need to make such a fuss.

"Are you in such a hurry to sleep with me?" Liu Jing realized that Xiao Dao had something on her mind.

"I don't feel confident if we don't have sex." Xiao Dao took a deep breath. From now on, I'll just call you Liu Da Dao.

"This is a blatant transaction, can't we talk about feelings?" Liu Jing sighed. "You're already bound to me, how could I possibly abandon you? These spots are precious; it's not as simple as just choosing a role."

In his view, building bonds is the deepest level of relationship.

In Xiao Dao's view, without physical intimacy, why should you praise me? Verbal promises? Ha! You can fool ghosts, but you can't fool me, Zhao Xiao Dao.

"There are feelings, but not many... um..."

Xiao Dao wants to say, I can give you all my feelings, but how much you can give me in return is hard to say.

She couldn't continue; the director cut off her remaining words.

"Let's go back to my room." Liu Jing put down the knife. This girl was so light, it was like holding a little chick.

“Who knows who might be watching us from outside? If I go back with you now, things could get complicated later. Let’s stay here; Sister Zeng Li is sleeping soundly.” Xiao Dao wiped his mouth.

"Here?" Liu Jing hesitated.

“She’s your woman too. Back then, you and Sister Bingbing did what you did, and you didn’t hide it from me. Besides, she’s in her room, so those gossipy old women outside won’t think much of it.” Xiao Dao was very rational at this moment. Liu Jing, as the director, didn’t know, but she was at the bottom and knew all too well what kind of people those were.

Just as she opened the door, she heard people drinking in the restaurant. Shen Ao's voice was particularly loud, and it seemed to be a group of staff members.

Today is New Year's Day, and gatherings are still taking place as usual.

The room was well soundproofed, so Xiaodao wasn't worried at all about anyone eavesdropping.

"Liying, your analysis at this moment is frighteningly calm." Liu Jing stared at Xiaodao in a daze. He thought she was a small carp, but it turns out she's also a small shark.

Xiao Dao opened his mouth, wanting to say that he was actually very flustered, but he pretended to be calm.

Liu Jing's phone rang, and she changed her words to, "Who's so blind to call in the middle of the night?"

"Your boss," Liu Jing replied, sitting down on the sofa to answer the call.

"Well... then it has eyes." Xiao Dao chuckled awkwardly.

Liu Jing forwarded Wang Shuo's message to Pang Bing this afternoon, telling her to be extra vigilant. When out and about, never act alone; always bring bodyguards and assistants. Don't be afraid to spend money, but never be careless. For any financial transactions, bring an accountant. When signing contracts, bring a professional lawyer, and at least two.

Liu Jing was very wary of Pang Bing, someone the system had repeatedly warned him about. He personally arranged Pang Bing's key personnel, including bodyguards, finance staff, and legal representatives.

Pang Bing was very busy in the afternoon, and only when she was lying in bed at night did she have time to call Liu Jing.

Liu Jing hugged Xiao Dao and emphasized it again on the phone, then continued to emphasize it.

"Brother, you're so talkative, you're really warming my heart."

Fat Bing smiled and said she found it strange that the man seemed to treat her like a child.

To this end, she also subtly inquired about the way Liu Jing and Yang Mi got along.

According to Yang Mi, "He not only treats me like a brother, but also like a man. He was very attentive the first time, calm the second time, and had no patience the third time. It's as if everyone is a genius like him, needing to understand after being told twice. If I were that good, he would have called me 'sister' long ago."

(End of this chapter)