Fooling Huayu for Thirty Years

Chapter 572 Golden Horse Awards Surprise! Jun Ning Offers a Kiss

Actually, Ma Xun wanted to go swimming before sleeping because he felt a smell on his body when he was fishing for shrimp.

Or perhaps, flying is quite tiring, so a simple swim can help you relax.

Anyway, Ma Xun came swimming for reasons that had nothing to do with women.

Especially compared to models like Janine Chang who transitioned to acting, she's tall and, apart from having a small bust, is a perfect beauty.

Even though she's a bit small, her figure in a white swimsuit is still... oh, it's different.

As she walked toward Ma Xun, the water level changed; after all, the edges of these pools are usually quite shallow.

Thus, a beautiful woman emerging from the water was created, gradually revealing her swimsuit.

Ma Xun initially thought it was a one-piece suit, but later realized it was actually a bikini.

Using the island where the US conducted nuclear tests as its name is quite a powerful move.

Putting everything else aside, just look at that flat stomach and those increasingly defined, incredibly long legs... and um, that thing is still dripping wet.

For some reason, Ma Xun felt like he had stepped into the movie "In the Heat of the Sun".

Ma Xiaojun watched Milan emerge from the water in the pool...

Thankfully, he wasn't Ma Xiaojun.

Ma Xiaojun is impulsive, young, and reckless.

Ma Xun is mature enough.

They all share the surname Ma, yet they are fundamentally different.

As Zhang Junning approached Ma Xun... what did he mean by "approached"?

Ma Xun smiled and clapped.

This gesture puzzled Zhang Junning, so he smiled and asked, "Mr. Ma, why are you clapping?"

Ma Xun replied with a smile, "I've heard before that you're a smart girl. Although you're a model, you actually have a high level of education. Don't you know why I clapped?"

That's quite a clever rhetorical question.

Zhang Junning shook his head. "Mr. Ma, I really can't figure it out."

She seemed genuinely puzzled.

Ma Xun didn't hold back and said bluntly, "It's very simple. My applause is to praise you. You arranged this 'encounter' very well and showed me your greatest strength."

Ah this...

This doesn't seem like a compliment; in fact, Ma Xun's words are somewhat venomous.

Even a girl in the entertainment industry would be somewhat displeased.

Zhang Junning didn't know what she was thinking, but she still smiled and said, "Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Ma."

Did I... accept it?
Actually, just now, regarding the scene of the beauty emerging from the water, and this place, while it's not to say there were no other people there, there weren't many either.

Oh, and there was that look from before.

It can be said that Zhang Junning's "arrangement" is indeed commendable.

After all, it was something she had thought about carefully, and she did indeed show off her... figure.

Ma Xun's words were a bit excessive, but Zhang Junning still responded.

How can this be fixed?
Ma Xun was quite amusing; he clapped again.

There was little applause this time, because the person was right in front of him, and everyone was so close that there was no need to clap or make a sound.

Zhang Junning, however, still smiled and asked, "And this time?"

That's a good question.

Ma Xun said directly, "You can still smile after what I just said."

We're clapping for this?
Zhang Junning's smile faded, and she said in a very serious tone, "So, can I, a nobody in the entertainment industry, have a chat with Mr. Ma?"

The use of "shrimp" is quite good. Of course, this is a usage in the Minnan dialect, and it's easy to understand; it just means a nobody.

What was Ma Xun fishing for again?

Today, we men are hooked on dried shrimp.

"of course can."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Junning reached out his hand, and Ma Xun grasped it before he also went into the water.

The two leaned against the edge of the pool, though they were actually sitting on the bottom of the pool.

What exactly should we talk about?

"What do you want? The Golden Horse Awards?"

This time, Ma Xun spoke first.

Zhang Junning was still very serious this time, "I know Mr. Ma's time is very precious, so I will be frank. Mr. Ma guessed right, I want the Golden Horse Award."

"Oh, then why did you come to me?" Ma Xun's question was a bit strange, yet perfectly normal.

He even knew the answer himself.

Zhang Junning's expression darkened, but he still mustered his courage, "Because in this great Taipei, there's no one who can help me."

Yes, that's the answer.

To bring a Taipei actress, dressed in a bikini, to Ma Xun with such arrangements.

There is no other reason besides this.

Ma Xun smiled and glanced at her. "Then how can you be sure I'll help you?"

Zhang Junning gritted his teeth and said, "I've heard many rumors about Mr. Ma. It seems that as long as you can become one of Mr. Ma's people, then..."

As he spoke, the hand underwater began to move.

Ma Xun clearly felt that she was leading his hand to her long, slender legs.

Yes, I have to admit, the feel is superb.

“But not just anyone can become my person.” Ma Xun finished speaking and withdrew his hand.

Hmm? Well, didn't I already touch it? *cough cough*

Zhang Junning didn't care about those things. She frowned slightly and said, "Does Mr. Ma think I have no potential?"

She flicked her hair as she spoke.

She showed off her collarbone.

It must be said that a beautiful woman's collarbone is sometimes even sexier than her breasts.

Ma Xun smiled and said, "You have great potential."

"That settles it, doesn't it? I'll make money for you."

"But how can you guarantee your loyalty to me?"

"This... does that still not work?"

Ma Xun noticed a detail: her face still turned red when she said "that way".

"You seem to be born in '82, right?"

"Huh? What does that mean?"

"It refers to the year you were born."

"Oh, then I was indeed born in that year."

"It's 2007 now, and you still blush when you talk about that kind of thing?"

Good guy!
Ma Xun's grasp of this point is absolutely brilliant!

Zhang Junning was originally very imposing, and she had arranged the entire 'chance encounter at the pool' incident quite well.

She noticed many details, even the people involved.

In other words, there can't be no people, but there can't be too many people either.

Another reason for this chance encounter is... to keep an eye on Ma Xun and see him whenever he comes swimming.

Therefore, Zhang Junning keeps a sexy swimsuit in her bag.

It can be said that this whole plan, while not perfect, was certainly meticulously planned.

To everyone's surprise, Ma Xun seized on this point and broke her composure!

"I, I just..."

"You're not acting, are you?"

"I'm not... ah, I..."

It's over. At this point, Zhang Junning felt that he had completely failed.

He felt extremely awkward in front of Ma Xun.

Ma Xun then reached out and pinched her chin, saying, "Girl, admit it honestly, you're not ready yet."

As for the Golden Horse Awards and their future potential, I can only say you still have a long way to go.

After saying that, Ma Xun released her and left the pool.

Zhang Junning was left alone, standing there in a daze.

Watching Ma Xun's retreating figure, Zhang Junning thought of many things.

She really hadn't expected that she wouldn't be able to win over this man, and this man... wasn't he rumored to be extremely lecherous?

I wonder how many female celebrities he's slept with...

Zhang Junning began to doubt himself at this moment.

Am I just not suited to be an actor?

She didn't even notice the water droplets dripping from her hair.

……

Ma Xun is a cautious person.

To be an actress, even an alluring actress like Zhang Junning.

He wouldn't easily take up arms and mount a horse. After all, his current status is no ordinary one.

Besides, in that situation, it could easily turn into a huge scandal.

Clearly, Zhang Junning's design was actually a way of protecting herself.

Well, perhaps Ma Xun simply doesn't like the feeling of being designed.

However, let's get back to the Golden Horse Awards.

Zhang Junning was still a bit impatient, after all, the Golden Horse Awards had not yet announced the final nomination list.

So, Ma Xun should probably focus more on the Golden Horse Awards for now.

Oh, by the way, during this process, "Lust, Caution" was also released in theaters.

To be precise, the film was released on the 6th.

The Golden Horse Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 8th.

December 6th is clearly not a weekend.

Therefore, the movie was released on this day... Ma Xun's prediction was completely correct!

The producers of "Lust, Caution" are planning to use the Golden Horse Awards results for publicity!
In fact, the current media frenzy is quite simple.

The Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, and Best Film should all go to "Lust, Caution".

This year, the film industry on this island has actually produced very few outstanding films.

This is the one.

However, we all know that the Best Actress award is the most crucial one!
Tang Wei is currently a highly controversial actress.

So, if she wins the Best Actress award...

This controversy will be amplified at least tenfold!
We all know that controversy is essentially a way to generate traffic!

In other words, the outcome of this battle hinges on this.

"No matter what, Tang Wei cannot win this Best Actress award."

When Ye Quanzhen came to see Ma Xun, Ma Xun said this very directly.

Ye Quanzhen smiled after hearing this, "My big boss, don't worry, she won't get it."

It's obvious that the theory Ma Xun told Bai Xiaohang earlier was correct.

Yeh Chuan-chen's certainty demonstrates that many bigwigs in Taipei have reached a consensus.

Ma Xun then went even further.

"But if it's another award, I wouldn't want her to win it either."

That's a bit harsh.

Ye Quanzhen feigned surprise and said, "Boss, how come you... have a grudge against her from before?"

Ma Xun laughed, "I had no connection with her before, but now... on the one hand, it's about interests. If she wins any awards, then in terms of publicity, 'Lust, Caution' will be ahead of us."

On the other hand, the movie "Lust, Caution" is ultimately a film that whitewashes traitors. I just can't bring myself to give it all the awards for Best Actor, Best Picture, Best Director, etc.!
Otherwise... humph!

Sure enough, that's ruthless!
But Ye Quan really liked it.

"My dear boss, calm down."

Ye Quanzhen's small hand had already reached Ma Xun's chest to help him pat his back, but as she patted him, her hand started to wander downwards.

Let's not talk about the Golden Horse Awards anymore.

……

December 8th has arrived.

Meanwhile, the online viewership of "Lust, Caution," which was released in mainland China, also reached a peak.

Many netizens are paying attention to this award.

Sure enough, compared to director Li and Tony Leung, netizens are more concerned about Tang Wei.

"This actress is very talented and deserves an award!"

"If Tang Wei wins the Best Actress award, then even if she's blacklisted in mainland China, it won't matter... I support her winning the Best Actress award!"

"Tang Wei deserves it!"

Our netizens at this time are really easy to be swayed by trends.

Some people even went so far as to lick director Li's ass, saying that "Lust, Caution" is the most awesome movie in film history.

These remarks have utterly lowered the standard of our internet.

Tonight, the results of the Golden Horse Awards will be announced, revealing the ultimate winner...

Here they come!

The Golden Horse Awards ceremony is being made to resemble the Oscars.

There's also hosting the red carpet event.

That Lan Xinmei, right?

Wow, he's really good at bragging.

Especially for Tang Wei.

Tang Wei was indeed nominated for Best Actress and Best Newcomer.

That's right, two were shortlisted.

Clearly, some people want her to receive a lot.

Regardless, the Golden Horse Awards have begun!
Ma Xun sat down in the guest seat, but he couldn't ignore a gaze coming from afar.

It was Zhang Junning.

She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress and Best Newcomer.

One is the one who directed "What on Earth Have I Done Wrong? The Way of Survival", she was indeed the supporting actress.

The Best Newcomer award also went to this film.

This is actually somewhat similar to Tang Wei.

But her gaze... was clearly very complicated.

Ma Xun couldn't care less about that; he chose to ignore it.

Anyway, today's award results have absolutely nothing to do with Zhang Junning.

Keep reading.

And so, the main event of the Golden Horse Awards began.

In the beginning, of course, there were only small prizes, and everyone was very anxious.

until……

"The 44th Golden Horse Award for Best New Performer... Zhang Junning!..."

what?
Ma Xun was very surprised. How could it be her?

Fortunately, Tang Wei did not win the award.

Ma Xun remembered that Tang Wei won the Best Newcomer award in the original timeline, but in the end...

The Best Supporting Actress award went to Bingbing!
Goodness, look how happy she is.

What about the Best Actress?

really!

Li Bingbing!
It's certainly a great story that both Bingbings won awards.

And the key is...

"My new movie will be released soon!"

Bingbing really knows how to seize the right moment when giving interviews!
But yes, that's how it should be done.

Bingbing's words may seem simple, but in reality, this is how our "Perfect Match" managed to outshine "Lust, Caution" in terms of publicity and distribution!
Ma Xun went to great lengths behind the scenes for just this one sentence... It was worth it!

Otherwise, this battle simply couldn't be fought.

Thus... Ma Xun chose to keep his achievements hidden and went back to the hotel first.

Today is the last day that the Regent Hotel will be hosting guests for the Golden Horse Awards.

But now, hardly anyone comes back, because there are banquets, interviews, or business negotiations to attend.

Ma Xun's return was unusually quiet.

Unexpectedly, when he entered the elevator, pressed the floor button, and the elevator doors were about to close...

Suddenly, a hand grabbed the elevator door that was about to close.

This hand is quite beautiful.

The elevator doors opened again, and a tall, beautiful woman walked in.

It's Zhang Junning!

She wore a black evening gown today; the style seemed simple, but it actually had many details.

The key point is that when she wears it, it perfectly accentuates her great figure.

The top is a strapless design, and the skin is fair...

But Ma Xun seemed determined to spoil the mood by asking, "What are you going to do?"

That's unnecessary.

Ding-dong, the elevator doors opened again, but no one came out for a long time until they closed again.

But unexpectedly, it reopened.

what happened?
Actually, it's nothing, it's just that a man and a woman in the elevator have already kissed.

Their lips seemed to be glued together, inseparable...

(End of this chapter)