Fooling Huayu for Thirty Years

Chapter 416 Qingtao's Gossip? The Inexperienced Li Hong

"By the way, my name is Ma Xun... Did you fall somewhere?"

"No, no."

"Then what are you..."

"I'm not used to my new high heels yet."

"Never worn this before?"

"No... it wasn't this high before."

"Ah, that's what happened, um..."

"Setting up the stage...you're going too?"

"Of course."

"Oh, I'm sorry, I thought..."

"It's nothing, I'm just doing my best to save lives."

"But this, this..."

"Feeling embarrassed? Afraid your new colleagues will laugh at you? It's just a fall, it's not that serious."

"A new colleague? How did you know me..."

"As I said, I've watched your programs on Jilin TV, and I come here to set up the station often, but I've never watched your programs before."

"Oh, so you're not as familiar with this setup as I am with it."

"Let's not talk about this now. My car's over there. If you don't mind, I can take you to a nearby mall to buy another pair of shoes and..."

There's more to it than that.

At this point, Ma Xun could be considered quite kind-hearted.

He rarely has the ability to help in this situation.

However, Li Hong still has problems.

"I, I... I'll be late for work, I'm a newbie."

Li Hong was quite embarrassed when she said this.

Although it wasn't explicitly stated, the words were essentially a call to "be on guard."

That's normal, after all, they are still strangers.

Ma Xun didn't pay any attention and took out his phone.

"Don't worry, I'll find someone to help you."

A phone call was made, and soon after, an Audi arrived.

"Get in the car."

Dong Qing, the arrival of others was also very straightforward.

This moment completely stunned Li Hong. She didn't know Ma Xun, but of course she knew Dong Qing.

Dong Qing's appearance directly proved that what Ma Xun had said before was true.

He not only knew the stage crew well, but he also had acquaintances within the stage crew, and one of these acquaintances was a well-known host.

But next...

"You two go in, I'll just walk in slowly, I'm not in a hurry."

Ma Xun did not get on the vehicle, so Li Hong and Dong Qing went into the loading platform together.

This move once again surprised Li Hong.

She had initially thought that Ma Xun would go in with them.

But isn't he doing this to avoid suspicion?

He's quite gentlemanly.

After all, Li Hong was in a difficult position because she was afraid that with so many people on stage, there would be gossip and people would talk behind her back if she made a fool of herself.

By doing this, Ma Xun avoided a lot of gossip.

But, upon reflection...

"oops!"

"What's wrong with you? Why are you so easily startled?"

Dong Qing was driving when Li Hong suddenly said that, which really startled her.

However, she wasn't angry. Dong Qing received the call and drove out, and she had a smile on her face the whole time.

"Is that Mr. Ma Dong Qing's boyfriend?"

Li Hong was a newcomer to the stage setup team, and she wasn't familiar with Dong Qing. However, she knew about the little gossip between Dong Qing and Ma Xun.

Clearly, the love of gossip is human nature.

Upon hearing this, Dong Qing couldn't help but burst into laughter. "Yes, he was my boyfriend, but now, I'd say he's my ex-boyfriend."

"Ex-boyfriend?" Li Hong was genuinely confused. She was a newcomer to the stage, but she wasn't a clueless girl.

How could an ex-boyfriend do this?
One phone call, and they'll help?
The car quickly arrived at the parking lot. Dong Qing parked the car and, looking at Li Hong's expression, wanted to laugh even more.

"I heard that a young host came from Jilin TV. He has big eyes and is quite smart."

"Alright then, guess what's going on between me and Ma Xun?"

What is this problem?
Li Hong was unable to give an answer at the moment.

Dong Qing wasn't in a hurry for an answer, but instead took a bag from the back row.

"My feet aren't big, so I brought you a pair of sneakers. Sneakers should be a bit larger and looser. Oh, and stockings too, just this one to match."

Stockings with sneakers?

However, Dong Qing's arrangement is reasonable, since Li Hong's shoes were broken and her stockings were torn.

Li Hong blushed a little.

"Why don't you go to the back and change?"

"Um, I, I just..."

"Oh right, you sprained your ankle? That doesn't make sense. Haven't you ever worn high heels before? No way."

"No, they've worn them before, but these are new shoes this time."

"Oh? Is there... a particular reason?"

Still somewhat embarrassed, Li Hong chose not to hide it at this moment.

"Because, because some people say I'm unsophisticated."

earth?
Dong Qing wanted to laugh, but she was more interested in investigating, so she took a closer look at Li Hong.

This look...

"Hmm, it's a bit outdated. I can tell you've had your hair done, but this hairstyle clearly doesn't suit you. Also, your eyes are naturally quite big, but this makeup doesn't show them. Besides... how about this..."

"How about it?"

Dong Qing's words naturally aroused Li Hong's great curiosity.

After all, Dong Qing is now a well-known host, and her program is the flagship program of this TV station.

It would be wonderful if she could help.

But to everyone's surprise, Dong Qing said this.

“My ex-boyfriend is a very capable person. If he can help you once, he should be able to help you again. Why don’t you go find him?”

These words possess a hidden, sinister quality, a strange allure.

Li Hong was completely baffled; she had no idea how to answer.

Fortunately, Dong Qing hadn't forgotten the important things.

"Change into it, or you'll be late."

Yes, we can't be late.

This reminder was extremely important, so Li Hong quickly started changing in the car.

……

Inside the installation area.

Ma Xun is talking to the leaders of the TV drama production center.

"Recently, some people have been making unwarranted comments about the casting of our 'Lotus Lantern'."

"Boss, you're aware that the female lead hasn't been decided yet, right?"

"Of course, but these claims..."

"I have high hopes for Wen Yongshan's potential, and besides, it's only natural for Hong Kong artists to go north to seek development..."

"You're right, but sometimes there are too many opinions."

“That’s because they’re corrupt, boss. I can tell you this: once our show airs, I guarantee all those gossiping guys will shut up.”

"Okay! I like what you said! Besides, you've always kept your word, so I trust you."

"Don't worry, boss."

The two quickly found themselves chatting quite amicably.

As for Wen Yongshan's matter... Ma Xun understood that this was a silent offensive launched against him by the Beijing entertainment circle.

But it doesn't matter, Ma Xun has absolute confidence.

This drama involved his own faction, with Chen Hong, Yu Feihong, and Ye Quanzhen all participating.

"The Lotus Lantern" will definitely be a success.

If all else fails, Ma Xun at least knows the original plot, which means he can completely cover the risks.

In fact, Ma Xun had enough to rely on in terms of casting for this drama.

What certain figures in the Beijing entertainment circle say is utterly meaningless. Looking at the casting for my production so far, it involves actors from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, including Hong Kong and Taiwanese actors, with the male lead being provided by the mainland side.

In other words, there's nothing wrong with me!
The policy should absolutely support me!
I, Ma Xun, am backed by righteousness!
It's your intention!
One thing you must understand is that you shouldn't think too highly of the Beijing elite circle.

These guys aren't actually the kind of people who have connections to the heavens. In fact, the heavens themselves are dissatisfied with them and want to suppress them.

Of course, we shouldn't underestimate the Beijing elite circle; they still have influence and power, especially in terms of their voice.

In short, what Ma Xun is doing now is perfectly fine.

He wasn't afraid of offending anyone.

Moreover, the less afraid you are of offending them, the more likely you are to carve out your own niche in the future!

Thus, I had a very pleasant conversation with the leader.

Many details of "The Lotus Lantern" were thus finalized.

Ma Xun should have left CCTV, but then he noticed someone gave him a knowing look.

Zou Tao.

They probably want to talk about something, so let's go.

Little did Ma Xun know that his brief exchange of glances with Zou Tao had been witnessed by someone.

Li Hong!

She didn't actually want to watch it, it's just that... well, she heard that Ma Xun was talking to the leaders of the TV center.

The result came.

Unexpectedly, I stumbled upon such a small... gossip?
When Li Hong saw this, her thoughts became quite interesting.

Because anyone with a modicum of logic would think that way.

Unfortunately, she still lacked some imagination.

……

Ma Xun and Zou Tao left CCTV.

Of course, they couldn't leave together.

Others drive cars, but Ma Xun can only drive outside.

Spring has arrived in Beijing.

In fact, the weather was quite hot.

Before long, their car reached the outskirts of the city.

At this time, it looks like a wasteland, but in a few years, many high-rise buildings will spring up.

Zou Tao got out of the car first, ignoring Ma Xun completely, and walked into a grove of trees.

Ma Xun followed with a smile.

"This place seems to be the same place as last time."

"You still remember?"

"After all, such a cold passion is truly unforgettable."

"you……"

Zou Tao couldn't help but roll his eyes at Ma Xun.

What's going on here?
It's very simple. Didn't we have that time here on a freezing cold day, and then the two of them...

Ma Xun's description just now was very insightful.

Cold outside, hot inside?

If this were an idiom, wouldn't it be ruined?

But back to the present, despite Zou Tao's glare, Ma Xun gave her a wall slam under a tree.

Zou Tao looked at her, and his heart began to race.

"They want to tell you something."

"that matter?"

"Can you guess?"

"How could I not have guessed? The movie 'The Terror Live' was a success, and the biggest success was..."

"Don't even mention it, I really didn't expect this."

Yes, the box office performance or critical reception of this movie are secondary.

The key point is that this movie brought down a big shot.

Of course, this movie isn't the main reason; it's because this big shot went too far.

Zou Tao actually just wanted to talk to Ma Xun about this matter.

This matter is truly complex and dangerous, and it is indeed related to Zou Tao.

Zou Tao frowned. She really wanted Ma Xun to say that they were righteous, but she also knew very well that...

Ma Xun would never admit that he is a good person.

But then...

"I want to emphasize again that everything I did—making this movie, all the things I did beforehand, including getting to know you—was for my own benefit. I took down this big shot simply because he was my opponent's backer."

If my opponent continues to have this powerful backer, he will definitely continue to be arrogant and will cause me a lot of trouble.

After all, he has more money than I do.

In this society, money is power, and it is backed by powerful authority.

Let me put it this way, if it weren't for me, Ma Xun, and it were someone else, they would probably have vanished into thin air by now.

So, I did this for myself.

However, this matter itself does indeed carry a sense of justice.

Ma Xun's words were indeed the truth.

It also won over Zou Tao.

She didn't say much, she just kissed him directly.

The two kissed more and more passionately.

This tree looks somewhat familiar.

Sparse rustling of clothes.

Zou Tao suddenly pressed the pause button.

"By the way, that place..."

She had barely begun to speak when Ma Xun interjected, "I've already gone to see it."

These words would normally mean nothing, but now they made Zou Tao extremely happy.

……

This seriousness serves as a foil to the unseriousness that follows.

This time, it's hot both inside and outside.

But don't get too obsessed with women.

Ma Xun originally planned to recuperate for a while, but Zou Tao ruined everything.

But it's okay.

Judging from the host's expression, the treatment was very effective.

Well, it should be said that Ma Xun's abilities have reached a new level.

I won't go into those details.

Recently, Ma Xun has been making more appearances on CCTV.

After all, there are other things to do, such as advertising.

And today...

"Mr. Ma."

"Oh, Miss Li."

"Why are you calling me Miss Li?"

"Is this form of address acceptable?"

"I, I actually..."

Unexpectedly, he encountered Li Hong once again.

What's different is that she seems to be in a different mood today.

"Just tell me what's going on."

"Can...can you help me?"

"help you?"

"Yeah, don't make me look so unsophisticated."

earth?
You know what, Ma Xun didn't recognize Li Hong at first glance.

Upon hearing this word, Ma Xun couldn't help but chuckle.

This put Li Hong in an awkward position.

They wanted to leave immediately.

Ma Xun quickly grabbed the person.

"No problem, I'll help! It's no big deal."

Li Hong blushed as her hand was pulled...

(End of this chapter)