Huayu: Starting from the top talent show

Chapter 511 The Five Hegemons of the Spring and Autumn Period Vied for Supremacy in the Central Plains?

After taking a cool photo in front of the big logo that would definitely go viral, Shen Juan then went to the media area for an interview.

A reporter from Sina Entertainment asked first: "Hello Mr. Shen Juan, first of all, congratulations on your singles 'STAY' and 'Toosie Silde' becoming your 18th and 19th Spotify singles with over 1 billion streams this month, respectively. 'STAY' even became the fastest single in Spotify history to reach 1 billion streams! And it only took 95 days! Such an amazing growth rate is a miracle in the streaming era. Can you talk about your feelings and thoughts at this moment?"

Shen Juan took the microphone and replied with a smile, "Of course I'm very happy and excited. I'm also very grateful to my fans and music lovers for liking my collaboration with Justin. I can't wait to see the new medals from Spotify. I hope there's still room for them in the locker where I keep my trophies."

It's really just so-so.

After all, he always knew that many of the singles from AS2 and AS3 had the potential to break 10 billion or even 20 billion plays.

He simply used his influence to promote the song better and brought the release date forward.

Naturally, I didn't feel particularly surprised or astonished.

A reporter from Sina Entertainment continued, "In addition, this LV menswear show is the first time it has been held outside of Paris and in Shanghai. It is also the first large-scale fashion show in China with a live audience after the 'Loyalty' event. What special significance do you think it has for the entire fashion industry?"

“LV has always been a very forward-thinking brand. Since our collaboration began in 18, we have maintained a very close and in-depth partnership. They are very optimistic about the development potential of the East Asian market, and I also highly recognize their leading role in the global fashion industry. As for this menswear show?” Shen Juan shrugged.

"Although loyalty has brought many industries to a standstill, there are always people or groups of people who never lack the courage to break the deadlock. So I think Virgil's decision to hold his debut show in China is not only a reflection of his emphasis on the Chinese market, but also a signal to all countries around the world that we are ready."

“Then we all know that the charity has had a huge impact on the physical record industry. Antoine Arnault said that your new album, Sisyphus, saved the physical record industry, which gave them enough confidence and courage to save the luxury market with this show. Do you feel any pressure from this sense of responsibility?”

Upon hearing this, Shen Juan slightly suppressed the smile on his face.

There are some things that a team can market in this way.

But the person in question absolutely cannot just blindly accept it.

This is similar to Sisyphus's salvation of the world and the market.

So he replied as earnestly as possible: "To be honest, I was just doing my best. It's far from being a salvation. Sisyphus was recognized because it touched on everyone's emotions during this special period. The only ones who can truly lead everyone out of this quagmire are the country and yourselves. I think this menswear show attracted attention because it gave the industry a positive signal. So of course there is pressure, but there is more motivation."

"After all, you know, many people are looking forward to my failure, many want to see me crestfallen. But what I do best is win. And to quote something I said before, I once thought of just laughing it off in the face of these criticisms and doubts, but the truth is..."

Shen Juan raised an eyebrow and smiled easily and contentedly.

"I am amazing."

Upon hearing this, the media present were either so impressed that their minds went blank and their limbs went weak, and they almost dropped their microphones.

This isn't a speech at all; it's a resounding slap in the face to those haters hiding in the gutter!

We're used to seeing celebrities using insincere rhetoric to dodge questions in front of the camera, but he's different—he goes straight for the guns and confronts his haters head-on!
It went from being extremely soft to being extremely hard in an instant.

Who the hell can withstand this?

To be honest, they've seen confident celebrities before, but Shen Juan is definitely the first one to be so open, so sharp, and yet make people feel comfortable. Although they had heard before that he was so confident that he was almost arrogant, seeing him show off in person was still a completely different experience!
This spirited and sharp edge.
No wonder so many of my bros think they are Shen Juan.

No wonder so many people say that Brother Juan is awesome.

This guy really loves to show off!
This guy is fucking handsome!

My life's actions can be summed up in one word: tough!

(Xiao Hu, who was being dragged into a high-level free-for-all for the first time, was trembling with fear. She thought today might be a bloodbath.)
After being interviewed by the media present, Shen Juan then followed the staff to the Tank Shanghai Art Center on the banks of the Huangpu River.

In about an hour, Louis Vuitton's Spring/Summer 2021 menswear collection will have its global debut here.

When Shen Juan arrived at the Huangpu River under the scorching sun, nearly a thousand KOLs, models, celebrities, VIPs, sales assistants, and fashion designers had already arrived, eagerly awaiting the start of this highly anticipated fashion show.

However, this scene...
To be honest, it has a bit of a rural feel to it.

I don't know if it was the art director's vision that went astray, or if there were problems with the execution by the domestic team, but it didn't really look like a fashion show.

After walking only a few steps, someone came up to him to make himself known.

Almost all the artists whose names were mentioned before, including Yu Shuxin, Fan Chengcheng, Wang Ziyi, Hou Minghao, and Zhong Chuxi, came out to try and become familiar with Shen Juan. If they could use this as an opportunity to enter his social circle or network of friends, it would definitely be a major breakthrough in their careers!
Why are Peng Yuchang and Zhang Zifeng's careers so successful?

Why is it so popular with the public and the general public?

Isn't it just because they recorded "Back to Field" with Shen Juan?
Isn't it just because they are Shen Juan's friends?
While it's shameful to talk about being a bootlicker, it's not shameful at all if the object of your affections is Shen Juan.

After all, he is the best in the world. No matter what happens in the future, he is definitely someone they all admire right now!
After spending some time dealing with this group of colleagues who came with ulterior motives, Shen Juan, surrounded by the crowd, continued deeper into the show.

Not long after, he was stopped by an old friend.

They met on set just last week.

"As expected of a big star, I could feel her aura and presence from afar!" Dilraba walked up to Shen Juan and stood in front of him, trying her best to appear calm and composed. Her bright eyes seemed to stare at Shen Juan for a few seconds before flashing a hint of undisguised sweetness and glee, and her voice became soft and charming.

Shen Juan met her gaze calmly and gently until she looked away nervously and flusteredly. Then he smiled, raised his hand to cover his mouth, and teased her in a casual tone, "You were able to pinpoint my location from this far away? You didn't secretly install a GPS tracker on me before you left the set, did you?"

Dilraba quickly raised her hand to cover her mouth, and snorted with a hint of reproach, "How could I possibly be that perverted!"

"So you've been secretly waiting for me all along?"

Although Shen Juan's face showed little expression and his tone was as calm as if he were talking about someone else's affairs, he was merely relaying the information.

But in those beautiful eyes that were fixed on her, there was a mischievous, lighthearted glint, as if they were saying to her through a half-closed mouth:

Stop pretending, I know you're interested in me.

So when are you going to confess your feelings to me?
Dilraba's heart skipped a beat from his sudden, high-speed, direct approach. She quickly tried to calm herself down, lest others at the show take pictures and post them online, comparing her to Hu Lianxin as two obsessed women, saying that she blushed and had drooling eyes whenever she saw Shen Juan, and that her thoughts were extremely filthy.
"I can't stand you, you're too narcissistic!"

Shen Juan raised an eyebrow: "Can't stand it? Then I'm leaving."

After saying that, he walked forward and left the place.

Dilraba was dumbfounded: "Hey, wait!"

When they caught up, they noticed that Shen Juan's lips were slightly upturned.

Rebaton felt cheated, both ashamed and angry: "How can you be like this? Can't I even have a normal chat with you for a while?"

“But I think you should confirm certain things or feelings privately before having a normal chat.”

Of course, Reba knew what he was implying. Wasn't he just mocking her for being a hesitant, indecisive coward?
However, given the public's perception of Shen Juan's love life and his actions so far, it is indeed difficult to feel secure about him.

What women her age need most is a sense of security! Because she doesn't have much youth left to squander!
So I had mixed feelings for a while.

However, her top-notch facial expression management skills honed over many years in the industry still allow her to maintain at least a calm appearance.

"I've always been very clear about what I'm doing."

Shen Juan raised his eyebrows slightly, expressing a hint of doubt.

Do you remember when we recorded Happy Camp together before?

Shen Juan nodded: "I happened to have a drama series about to air at the time."

“That should have been our first formal meeting.” Reba paused for a moment, then looked up at Shen Juan with some trepidation and asked, “So if I may, I’d like to know what your first impression of me was? In exchange for your answer, the impression you left on me was probably…gentle.”

Kindness is key~ Scumbags are always kind~
Shen Juan couldn't help but chuckle softly.

Then, recalling the scene, she gave a polite evaluation: "This person is quite pretty and very polite?"

What's with the "very polite" thing?

Isn't this implying that I have strong boundaries and am difficult to approach?

But this kind of personality is more suitable for dating!
Reba felt a little depressed.

I should have known better than to ask that question.
"Why are you so late?"

Just then, Tian Xiwei, who had recently used her Death Coil technique at the Mushroom House, leaving Dilraba with unforgettable dark memories, walked over with a seemingly harmless but actually terrifyingly murderous aura. Now, after a long separation in Shanghai, she made Dilraba's hair stand on end and feel like she was facing a formidable enemy.

She had actually seen Dilraba, who had arrived at the show earlier, looking around anxiously, clearly waiting for someone.

Who are we waiting for? Those who know, know.

As soon as Tired Dog appeared, this Western Regions philandering cat couldn't wait to greet him, acting cute and adorable in front of him.

Although she was indeed furious about this sneak-in! It was a complete provocation against her dignity as the face of the league!
But these days are different.

She's matured; she's not as impulsive as she used to be.

He gets angry easily when something happens, which actually makes him seem funny.

So she originally intended to sit still and wait for Shen Juan to come to her, just like the Japanese Nadeshiko. She believed that Juan Gou would not disappoint her. Unexpectedly, this scorching cat did not know when to stop. He even showed a hesitant and shy expression that usually only appeared when revealing one's feelings!

Damn it! How can I tolerate this?!

So, in order to avoid being violated by his wife, she had no choice but to get up and walk over, forcibly interrupting their increasingly pleasant conversation.

I definitely prefer fighting!
My only purpose in life is to fight!
"Of course the grand finale is late. Do you think I can't be the grand finale?" Shen Juan smiled at Sister Tian, ​​then turned slightly to the side, forming a three-way standoff with Sister Tian.

"I never care about these things. I only know that I've been waiting for you here for a long time. I miss you!" Sister Tian openly flirted with Shen Juan, seeking comfort, as if she were asserting her dominance over someone. To this end, she even showed a 100% sweet and adorable side of herself that Shen Juan rarely saw.

"Aren't you going to cover your mouth?"

Why block it?

"People who can read lips will be able to tell."

Even so, Shen Juan still raised his right hand and gently rubbed Tian Jie's head, not too hard, for fear of messing up her hairstyle.

He has already passed the stage where he needed to avoid suspicion.

Sister Tian subconsciously rubbed against Shen Juan's palm, her eyes squinting happily: "I don't care how they interpret me, because everyone in the world knows I like you! Every word they say, every insult they hurl at me, every cyberbully they cyberbully, proves how much I like you! The more they insult me, the more I love you!"

She may have been wearing a mask, but in reality, she had taken off her disguise. Sister Tian had really wanted to show her affection for Shen Juan in public for a long time!
So in a sense, she should perhaps thank Dilraba, the woman who stole her love. It was because of her appearance that she, who was also a hypocrite, was able to openly reveal the pure and sweet girl personality that she had suppressed for so long.

Shen Juan raised an eyebrow and gave a noncommittal "hmm." "Why are you making strange noises?"

"I think you're acting a little strange today."

"I know I look really cute today! You don't need to remind me, I know it myself~" Sister Tian tilted her head, blinked her adorable big eyes, and gave Shen Juan a carefree, silly smile.

Upon seeing this, Reba frowned slightly.

My facial expressions are on the verge of spiraling out of control.

My mood instantly became incredibly irritable!
It's you again, still you, it's always you!

Why is it always you?!

Why do you always have to ruin my plans?!

Do you really think I'm some kind of Big Bad Wolf?!

You snatched Shen Juan away the moment you arrived. Is he your personal property? You didn't even greet me when you saw me. Do you think I don't exist?

And also, why are you suddenly acting so soft and cute? Are you trying to be sarcastic about my pretentious loser attitude just now?

The younger generation these days really has no manners! If I weren't a top star, I'd really have to fight you today!
But as Dilraba got angry, she realized that as a top star, she shouldn't stoop to the level of a young girl who had just graduated from university.

So he started to belittle Sister Tian in his heart again, trying to find some comfort in this kind of spiritual victory.

No wonder people online call you a super-strong delinquent.

They're either fighting or on their way to fighting.

And it looks just like a Want Want milk drink!
His smile is just like Stitch's!
His initial arrogance followed by his endearing cuteness is truly laughable!

Just as Dilraba was having a brainstorming session, the other two members of the Burning Winter BIG3, Zhou Ye and Cheng Xiao, walked over hand in hand.

Like Sister Tian, ​​Zhou Ye jumped right in front of Shen Juan and transformed into a happy little dog, wagging her tail and begging for mercy, ignoring Dilraba's presence.

"Juanjuan, you look absolutely stunning today!!!"

She felt that a noob like her, who was locked down by Sister Tian's solo defense, was not qualified to participate in the core circle of the fishpond. She just couldn't handle this kind of situation!

Having spent a long time by Shen Juan's side, her horizons have broadened, and her level of understanding has improved. Now she can't even look down on the top celebrities in the Chinese entertainment industry.

I just think they're all a bunch of charlatans and swindlers.

Not as good as one of my husband's!
However, Cheng Xiao waved to Dilraba, showing the least amount of courtesy expected of the least aggressive of the big shots.

She doesn't crave too many friends, nor does she want to attract too much hatred, because that would mean her peaceful life would be disrupted.

So often, she, who usually seems to be the quietest, has become the peace ambassador and diplomat of the Burning Winter BIG3.

Reba, who had just come to her senses, was clearly surprised. She hadn't expected that even after being suppressed and protected by Tian Xiwei to this extent, she could still receive even the slightest bit of kindness. So she quickly waved to Cheng Xiao with a genuine smile on her face. A warm feeling was flowing through her heart, and she felt that there was still true affection in the world.

Immediately afterwards, Hu Lianxin, who had been watching from the corner for almost half an hour, finally arrived late and entered the battlefield.

"Why is there so many people around Senior! Sister Weiwei, Sister Xiaoxiao, Yeza, and Sister Reba, it's been so long!"

It's not that I don't want to come and find my senior.

It's not that I don't want to play high-level games.

It's not that I'm worried about getting beaten up by Sister Tian.

She simply felt that if she came first, she would most likely be targeted by multiple enemies.

After all, she had been enjoying the company of her senior all by herself for a while.

I have Want Want Shaved Ice almost every night.

However, the other women hadn't received the nourishment of Tiredness's energy for a long time, and with their endocrine system out of balance, there was a possibility that they might instantly become furious upon seeing her and take it out on her. Therefore, in order to avoid becoming the second Dilraba, Xiao Hu felt it was necessary to keep a low profile.

1v1, I can accept that.

But I absolutely cannot accept a 1v3 situation!

Before you truly have the strength to take the table, you must not display too much fighting power; that's how you play the fool to catch a tiger.

As the show was about to begin, everyone went to their seats.

Let's return to the fashion show itself.

Many of the set designs for this Spring/Summer menswear show directly referenced the personal resume of Virgil Abloh, the LV menswear creative director.

The number 5 was visible everywhere at the event, including on the small fans given to each guest by the organizers, signifying that this was Virgil Abloh's fifth fashion show since joining LV.

The ships and containers used as the backdrop for the show also represent Virgil's father's past as a dockworker.

"So, Xiao Shen, are you close to Virgil Abloh?" Zhang Yu, who is currently the editor-in-chief of VOGUE, took the initiative to approach Shen Juan.

"Of course, he just spoke to me on the phone yesterday." In reality, their relationship wasn't as good as outsiders imagined.

"I heard that after he took over as the menswear director of LV, he specifically asked headquarters to have you as their spokesperson. Is that true?"

Although Su Mang resigned from her position as editor-in-chief of Harper's Bazaar China two years ago for various reasons, she still frequently attended fashion events. Moreover, thanks to the connections and influence she had accumulated, her seat at the fashion show was arranged near Shen Juan's.

"Maybe, that's what he told me anyway." Shen Juan shrugged noncommittally. Of course, this rumor was also false; the reason for this marketing was mainly to create buzz.

"By the way, Xiao Shen, the September issue you shot for us last month will be released in a couple of days and pre-sales will begin. Shouldn't we get your fans to buy a few more copies?" Zhang Yu joked.

Shen Juan smiled and said, "I can't control these kinds of things. Even my big fans don't really encourage fans to boost sales anymore. Whether or not to buy the magazines they endorse is entirely voluntary."

"Is it because you don't care?"

"How could Vogue's September issue not care?"

Well, actually, Shen Juan really didn't care.

Since he has already collected the four more powerful versions from England, France, the United States, and Italy, he naturally has no reason to be excited about the Chinese version.

"Then why not let them buy a couple more copies?"

"Instead of spending money on magazines, you might as well save that money to buy albums. At least I can get a share of the album sales. Besides, Zhang Yu, you don't make money by selling magazines, do you?"

Shen Juan made it very clear that he was not afraid of offending anyone at all.

Generally speaking, only when an idol's career is flopping and fans have nowhere to spend their money will they think of saving all their money to buy magazines.

As for how the magazine makes money, that's what I'll talk about later.
Only trashy magazines make money by exploiting readers' traffic.

Top magazines primarily generate revenue through advertising.

For example, VOGUE's choice of Shen Juan as their September issue cover model has increased their inside page rates by at least two to three times.

The commercial value of the world's number one is just that exaggerated!
Then they chatted about Shen Juan's interesting experiences of touring overseas, and the atmosphere of their conversation was quite harmonious.

Time slowly passed until 6:30 pm.

The highly anticipated Spring/Summer menswear fashion show started on time.

The opening background music suddenly started, it was "The Field" from Shen Juanqi's EP, a song that is very ethereal and chill.

Before anyone could react, models dressed in various outfits filed out of the shipping containers along the Huangpu River.

A multitude of highly saturated colors, black and white checkerboard patterns, dolls clinging to clothes and bags, peace doves, the Earth, rainbows, lion dances, and white clouds constantly bombard the audience's eyes.

But what are the actual results?
In fact, that's it.

More often than not, it's about using celebrities to attract public attention.

Shen Juan has spent quite a bit on LV products recently.

Of course, there's not much to say about that.

After all, the astronomical three-year, $40 million contract is there for all to see, so it's not a big deal to be taken advantage of occasionally.

No?
Around 9 p.m., Shen Juan, having finally finished all her social work, left the Tank Shanghai West Coast Art Park by car.

Shen Juan slumped back in his chair and closed his eyes to rest.

But a short while later, his phone vibrated. All five people he had just said goodbye to had sent him WeChat messages.

Sister Tian: [Juan Gou, your unedited photos today are absolutely stunning! Zhou Ye is on her period right now, so you have to give me a few more times tonight!]

Xiao Ye: [Juanjuan, are you really coming to visit me on set soon? It's a deal then~ I love you so much!!!]

Xiao Xiao: [Dilraba just messaged me on WeChat asking if I was free in a couple of days. She said she'd like to ask me to go shopping together after she gets back to Beijing.]

Xiao Hu: [Reba asked me what Tian Jie and Ye Zi like and dislike about, senior. What do you think I should say?]

Dilraba sent a cute puppy emoji: "[We had a really fun chat today (compared to last year's Paris Fashion Week), and I'm already looking forward to our next meeting!]"

I turned my gaze away from my phone screen and looked out the window.

Shen Juan sighed, and couldn't help but want to laugh.

Being old does not mean being strong in combat.

Poor D8, it didn't even know it was being set up.

All I can say is, you still need to practice more.

(End of this chapter)