This director is vindictive.

Chapter 273 Live Broadcast Highlights: The Toilet Connection and the Mystery of Imperial Bloodline

Don't underestimate those so-called "rumors"; sometimes their credibility can even rival that of official announcements.

Moreover, it's not just one person saying this; in addition, Chen Mo has given netizens quite a few perks in the past.

For example, back then, didn't he organize a "Dragon Hunt and Treasure Hunt" event to promote "Mojin: The Lost Legend"?
Later, the movie "Goodbye Mr. Loser" also held a nationwide quiz with prizes.

Although these are all promotional tactics, they have undeniably brought real benefits to many netizens – tangible benefits indeed!
Suddenly, many people recalled Chen Mo's various amazing feats.

"Whether you believe it or not, I definitely believe it. As a fan of Professor Chen, I've gotten plenty of freebies from those promotional events he held. Looking at the entire entertainment industry, I can say that no one is better at playing the real game than Chen Mo!"

“No problem. No matter how well others advertise, most of the time they only offer a discount or something. But Chen Mo is different; he really gives it away for free!”

"I've already booked this live stream. This is Chen Mo's first live stream, so even if there aren't any perks, I'll still go and support him as a way of giving back for all the perks he's given me over the years!"

If I don't know, I was surprised when I said it.

Many netizens suddenly realized that Chen Mo is indeed the most eccentric and unique existence in the entire entertainment industry.

How did he get his reputation as a marketing genius?

Is it just because of his superb publicity methods? Perhaps that's part of the reason, but more importantly, it's because he does consistently provide genuine benefits and advantages to the public during his promotional campaigns.

For example, the car manufacturing and car giveaway activities back then.

For example, the Dragon Treasure Hunt activity.

For example, a nationwide quiz with prizes.

For example, live-streaming e-commerce, and so on. It can be said that, looking at the entire entertainment industry, there is no one more down-to-earth than him.

This might explain why everyone is so tolerant of Chen Mo. Otherwise, try replacing him with someone else, like a modern-day Wei Xiaobao.
They've already been criticized to death, okay?

But Chen Mo is different. He has cultivated a really good public image. For ten years, except in the beginning when Chen Mo hadn't really made a fortune and wasn't so generous, why are netizens so looking forward to the release of Chen Mo's movies and TV series?

Is it really just about seeing his innovative publicity? No, because Chen Mo's publicity always brings tangible benefits to everyone!

Information spreads too fast on the internet. Although it was just some rumors, Chen Mo's experience was undeniable.

As a result, the number of people who made reservations for this live stream on Tencent Video skyrocketed.

By an hour before the live stream started, the total number of reservations had reached an astonishing 23 million!

This isn't some kind of online concert or anything, it's a live stream promoting a new drama!

This number is already quite exaggerated, isn't it?
After all, Chen Mo didn't perform any special talents during his live stream, unlike veteran singers like Jay Chou and Andy Lau; he was just promoting his new drama.

Time flies, and it's already the eve of the live broadcast meet-and-greet for the cast and crew of "The Silent Truth".

The live stream started at 8 p.m., and by 7:50 p.m., more than 10 million people had flooded into the live stream room, and that number was still soaring.

"Take a seat in the front row and wait for Chen Mo!"

"I heard Chen Mo is going to give out perks, can't wait!"

"Holy crap, that's ten million people! Awesome!"

"Professor's fans are gathering, it's so difficult! Do you know how many years I've been waiting for Chen Mo's live stream? *laughs emoji*"

When the show started, Chen Mo appeared wearing a black T-shirt with the logo of "The Silent Truth" printed on it, and the screen was instantly flooded with comments.

So much so that when the other main actors appeared, no one paid any attention at all.

"Holy crap, I finally saw the professor! That's a rare treat!"

"A wild professor has been captured!"

"The Silent Truth has zero ads? So all the ads were just placed here?"

"Wow, so many products? How many brands must there be?"

"So, wouldn't you call this a retaliatory advertisement? Haha?"

"Why don't I find it awkward at all? This is the most enjoyable ad I've ever watched!"

Chen Mo glanced at the dense barrage of comments. He had originally intended to chat with everyone about "The Silent Truth" or something, but now he suddenly felt that the netizens probably had no interest in listening to their awkward chatter.

Everyone started by introducing themselves.

"Hello everyone, I'm Liao Fan, and I play Yan Liang in 'The Silent Truth'!"

"Hello everyone, I am..."

"I guess you all don't want to listen to us having an awkward chat here, so let's go straight to the Q&A session. Each of us will randomly select three viewers from the live stream to connect with, and each viewer will ask one question," Chen Mo continued.

He wasn't really familiar with live streaming, and this particular live stream was his own fault. To be honest, he had ruined the whole thing, and now the focus of everyone's attention was no longer on the plot of "The Silent Truth."

Indeed, that's true. After all, most of the netizens came for Chen Mo's first live stream, or even more because they heard "rumors."

But it doesn't matter, at least we've got the exposure.

The publicity has actually achieved its purpose. There's really no need to promote the general content and themes of "The Silent Truth" too much, because after this live broadcast, Chen Mo is confident that netizens will take the initiative to learn about the film.

Soon, staff began selecting lucky netizens.

Three netizens were selected by the staff.

However, as soon as the connection was established and the video window opened, the barrage of comments exploded.

"Hahaha! Holy crap, did they call my name while I was in the bathroom?"

"Coming in, rushing out! It's confirmed, this is the toilet!"

"This is a famous moment from the live broadcast, hahaha, the first person to connect was actually in the toilet."

No wonder netizens reacted so strongly; who the hell could have imagined this?
Chen Mo was also dumbfounded.

The main reason is that this lucky netizen, whose screen name is "Loves Long Legs the Most," was selected. Perhaps because there were too many people in the live stream, he didn't dare to show his face, and the camera was always pointed at his back.

The result was that netizens saw the scene before them, and the sign that clearly indicated it was for a public toilet was really eye-catching.

"Hey, are you in the bathroom?" Chen Mo couldn't help but ask.

"Oh? Yes, well, it's just a coincidence! I was chosen as soon as I came in." The other person was clearly a little embarrassed.

"Um, you seem to be a little unwell? How about we stop talking for now?" Chen Mo really couldn't take it anymore! Damn it, even though it was just a background shot and the person wasn't actually in the video, the problem was that as soon as he entered the bathroom, good heavens, good heavens, the imagery and smell instantly came to mind.

"No, no, it's convenient, it's perfectly convenient for me, I can bear it for a while!" the woman who loves long legs quickly said.

His words immediately made everyone burst out laughing once again.

"Hahaha! What kind of god is this?! He even said I could just bear with it for a while!"

"Can you bear with it for a little while? The smell's a bit strong, bro!"

"Chen Mo's expression right now is really funny, hahaha!"

"He probably didn't expect to encounter such an oddball on his first try, did he?"

The netizens in the live chat were chatting away so enthusiastically. There was no way around it; this netizen who loves long legs the most was simply too much to describe in words.

"Ahem, isn't this a bit much? How about we turn off the video and just chat by voice?" Chen Mo really couldn't stand it; he felt like he could smell the stench through the screen.

But what can he do if the other person doesn't want to let it go? He can only settle for second best and avoid seeing it altogether!
I have a feeling this live stream had a certain vibe, and it was really, really strong!

As a result, netizens in the live chat were just enjoying the show and watching the drama unfold, not minding the rather quirky connection at all.

"Don't turn it off! This scene is so interesting!"

"Exactly, Chen Mo, this isn't working! Everyone else isn't embarrassed, so why are you embarrassed, Chen Mo?"

"Isn't this background and visuals much more interesting than awkward small talk?"

"Hold it in, don't make any noises you shouldn't!"

"Wait, why the hell do I also feel the urge to go to the toilet? Is this thing contagious?"

Although the stupid netizens kept telling him not to turn off the video, this guy eventually turned it off!

"Phew!" Chen Mo also breathed a sigh of relief. Who could have imagined this? Even a script wouldn't dare to be written like this!
This time, the reconnection was just a voice call.

"Ahem, what's your name?" Chen Mo asked, coughing.

"Huh? Just call me by my nickname, I won't say my real name, it's so awkward!" The other person had obviously seen the reactions in the comments.

In fact, the number of people watching the live stream at the same time has exceeded ten million.

The phrase "connecting to the toilet" has already been trending on social media by netizens.

This also attracted more traffic to the live stream. "You love Mr. Long Legs the most, right? Hello, you can ask questions now. What would you like to ask?" Chen Mo asked.

"I heard that there will be giveaways during this live stream, is that true? Can you give them to me directly?" This guy who loves tall, leggy guys is so straightforward, his question was incredibly direct.

But thinking about it, it's not so hard to understand why he answers video calls when he goes to the bathroom.

However, Chen Mo was still completely dumbfounded by this netizen who loves long legs the most.

The comments section, however, was filled with lighthearted banter.

"Haha! This person really loves long legs, isn't that a bit too honest?"

"Chen Mo is probably cursing under his breath right now, hahaha, he comes up here asking for perks, I can't refuse!"

"First he took a video call while going to the bathroom, and then he immediately asked for a gift. This guy is amazing!"

"Can you just deliver it to me? That's a perfect question!"

What could Chen Mo do? He was desperate too!

In fact, at this moment, not only netizens were bursting into laughter, but the main actors of "The Silent Truth" were also unable to help but chuckle.

This netizen is truly honest, not only in his username but also in his location and the questions he asks. In short, this guy is a "real person"!

"Can't I ask this question?" This honest guy, who loves tall, muscular guys, actually asked again.

"Okay, okay, fine, here you go, here you go. Um, since you're in the bathroom, how about I give you a pack of Qingfeng brand toilet paper? Qingfeng, using pure care to protect every inch of your skin," Chen Mo said, not without a hint of urgency.

It just so happened that one of the sponsors was a paper product brand, so Chen Mo simply gave him tissues.

See how considerate I am of you? However, after saying that, Chen Mo suddenly felt that something was not quite right.

Oh, right, damn, this advertising slogan is so fitting! Or does it have a certain flavor?

It fits every inch of your skin perfectly. Good grief, this thing is in the toilet right now, damn it, the smell is getting stronger and stronger!
"Oh no! I forgot to bring paper!" And then something unexpected happened to Chen Mo and everyone else.

This guy actually exclaimed in surprise.

"puff!"

"puff!"

The main actors in the live stream couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Chen Mo was at a loss for words, both amused and exasperated.

"I'm sorry, but I don't think the courier can deliver these tissues to you right now!"

"Hahaha! What the hell? He forgot to bring toilet paper? Is this guy trying to be funny?"

"If I hadn't seen 'Come rushing in, leave rushing out' before, I would have thought it was just something the production team put up to create atmosphere!"

"Chen Mo's tissue delivery is really something else. Why can't he just deliver it to you right now? What, are you going to make me wait there for days? Wouldn't I be marinating by then?"

"The opening is already this funny, hahaha! I suggest that those watching the live stream don't go to the bathroom beforehand, and if you do, hold it in, or you'll be in big trouble!"

"That line: 'Gentle breeze, using purity to care for every inch of your skin.' is absolutely brilliant; it inexplicably evokes a certain... well, you know!"

"Qingfeng should change its advertising slogan from now on: Qingfeng tissues, for emergencies, not for poverty!"

"Chen Mo's advertising slogan is 'Prophet!'"

The first lucky netizen to connect was quite eccentric, something Chen Mo never expected.

Honestly, even if he wanted to create a lively atmosphere, he wouldn't have chosen such an oddball, such a quirky person, would he?

And that advertising slogan... Chen Mo really didn't expect it. Damn it, the other party just happened to forget to bring toilet paper, and as a result, they inexplicably collaborated.

I don't know whether the brand should thank itself or criticize itself.
However, it's easy to imagine that with so many people seeing this, it's bound to trend on social media, since it's just too outrageous.

Fortunately, oddballs are not common. The second one was a cute girl who was a fan of the professor, and the questions she asked were more normal.

Soon, Chen Mo's three lucky online friends had all connected.

Next up were the other main actors.

Everything was relatively normal until Liao Fan, whose questions from the online viewers suddenly silenced him!

"What is your relationship with Zhu Yuanzhang?" This question from the netizen left not only Liao Fan, but also the netizens in the live broadcast room, Chen Mo, and the main actors in the live broadcast studio all dumbfounded.

"Wh-what?" Liao Fan asked blankly.

"What is your relationship with Zhu Yuanzhang?" the netizen asked again.

"It's okay! No, why would you ask this question? It's completely unrelated!" Liao Fan looked bewildered.

Liao Fan scratched his head blankly, then turned to Chen Mo and the other lead actors, as if asking for help: "Where did this question come from?"

The barrage in the live broadcast room exploded instantly:
"Haha, what a brilliant question! Zhu Yuanzhang? Has this netizen gone completely mad from studying history?"

"Is it because Liao Fan's period costume looks like Zhu Yuanzhang? Is it a lingering effect of 'Ming Dynasty'?"

Liao Fan: I've played eunuchs, villains, and ordinary people, but I've never played an emperor!

Chen Mo suppressed a laugh and continued, "This netizen may have discovered the key point—Teacher Liao Fan, do you have any ancestors from Fengyang?"

Liao Fan cleared his throat, feigning seriousness: "According to the family genealogy, my ancestors actually raised horses for Zhu Yuanzhang. Later, the horses ran away, so they switched to acting."

The audience burst into laughter. The live chat was flooded with comments.
"The Silent Truth: A Side Story - Liao Fan's Stories of the Ming Dynasty!"

"I suggest Liao Fan directly play Zhu Yuanzhang next time, that would be a perfect ending!"

"Chen Mo, write this down quickly! The next drama is called 'Time Travel: I Am Zhu Yuanzhang's Animal Keeper'!"

However, at that moment, the netizen suddenly said, "Can I post a picture?"

"Arrange it!" Chen Mo was also very curious as to why this netizen suddenly asked such a strange question.

I initially thought it was just a random question, but it seems this netizen wasn't asking randomly; they even posted pictures.

The staff quickly granted the other party the permission to post pictures in the live stream.

When the picture was posted, the live stream audience burst out laughing.

Liao Fan's smile vanished completely.

The main problem is, how the hell is he supposed to answer that?

Actually, this meme isn't new; it originated from the movie "Hidden Man" back then.

Liao Fan himself didn't know, but seeing this painting made it clear to him.

Unexpectedly, some idiot netizens brought this up again at a time like this.

What could he do? He was helpless too!

Liao Fan stared at the image on the screen that netizens had compared to Zhu Yuanzhang's face in the drama, his lips twitching as he looked at Chen Mo: "Director, does this count as a work injury?"

The live stream was instantly flooded with comments:

"Regarding the incident where I played a villain but was forced to inherit the throne of the Ming Dynasty"

Liao Fan: Director Chen, can you do something about this?! What happened to the promotion for this supposed suspense drama? It's turned into historical archaeology!

"I suggest Teacher Liao perform 'My Great Ming Dynasty is doomed!' on the spot (doge emoji)"

Chen Mo couldn't help but slap the table and burst into laughter. He had just taken a closer look and had to admit, these netizens were really good at creating funny stories!

He casually pulled a bag of potato chips from the pile of sponsors and tossed it to Liao Fan: "Teacher Zhu, calm down. Have some potato chips to replenish your collagen. After all, an emperor's appearance requires maintenance!"

The comments section was flooded with memes:

"This ad campaign caught me completely off guard. What the hell does it mean that an emperor's appearance needs maintenance?!"

Zhu Yuanzhang: My toilet paper must be from Qingfeng!

"Pass it on! 'The Silent Truth' is actually about the mystery of Emperor Jianwen's disappearance!"

"Teacher Liao Fan, just admit it already, the bloodline of the Ming Dynasty royal family is confirmed!"

"Suggestion for revising historical records: Zhu Yuanzhang went into hiding and entered the entertainment industry in his later years (doge emoji)"

At this time, the number of viewers in the live stream exceeded 20 million, and the real-time trending topics list showed:
#LiaoFanZhuYuanzhang himself#
The hashtags #LuckyNetizen: I Didn't Bring Tissues# and others have been trending.

However, Chen Mo actually wanted to thank these few quirky netizens. If it weren't for the giveaways they offered in their live stream, it would have been impossible to have such high viewership.

(End of this chapter)