Entertainment: Since 1990

Chapter 155 Do the things that a sugar daddy should do.

Northwest, an ordinary little village.

"They're showing a movie in the village tonight, hurry up and grab a spot."

After dinner, word spread throughout the village that the Cao family was going to show a movie.

In villages, open-air movie screenings are usually held when there's a family celebration or a temple fair, but the Cao family's decision to have someone show a movie this time had nothing to do with either of those events.

Cao Yong'an showed the movie to the villagers mainly because it was his son's directorial debut.

In the early 1990s, in rural areas, whenever a village showed a movie, people from that village and surrounding villages would bring their families, along with their small stools, to watch the open-air film.

Before the movie even started, several hundred people had already gathered at the threshing ground not far from Cao Jian.

The projectionist was also adjusting the equipment; this profession is still quite popular in rural areas these days.

Some children were chasing and playing, singing "Waiting for a Thousand Years," while others were gathered around the projector, curiously watching the thing that could project images.

The adults sat on the benches, chatting about everyday things while waiting for the movie to start.

Young people sat on haystacks; some were groups of boys bragging, while others were couples secretly dating.

Each open-air movie screening undoubtedly brought a lot of fun to the monotonous rural life.

At Cao Jian's house, the atmosphere was equally lively.

"Old Cao, what's the good news? Are you showing a movie to everyone?"

The village chief and Cao Jian's father, Cao Yong'an, and other prominent villagers sat inside, eating peanuts, pork head meat, and drinking a little wine.

"You'll find out when the movie starts."

Cao Yong'an was being secretive and refused to reveal the truth.

"I'll make sure your son gets married."

The village chief joked, asking, "When is Xiao Jian coming back? He didn't even come back for Chinese New Year this year."

"I called, but they said they were busy."

Now, Cao Jian's family has the only telephone in the whole village. Although the call charges are very expensive, costing several yuan per minute, this amount of money is just a drop in the ocean for the Cao family.

Actually, it wouldn't be a problem even if Cao Jian bought his father a mobile phone.

But in rural areas, this thing is completely useless; having a landline is already considered very cool.

Now that Cao Jian has made something of himself, it's hardly news in his hometown anymore.

Around 8 p.m., the movie finally started amidst the crackling of firecrackers.

Setting off firecrackers isn't for showing off; it's to notify the villagers who haven't come to see the movie yet to hurry up and come, which is also a custom in this village.

Soon, a sword flew out of the screen, followed by four words: Jianfei Pictures.

The audience didn't think much of the beginning, but the name of director Cao Jian on the credits immediately caught everyone's attention.

"Oh"

When the villagers present recognized the name as Cao Jian, whom they had seen frequently just two years ago, a commotion immediately broke out.

Who would have thought that the child they watched grow up in their own village would appear in a movie?

That's so glorious! I'll have something to brag about when I go out in the future.

Not long after the film begins, the Nine Gates Admiral, acting on Emperor Qianlong's orders, begins to eradicate the Heaven and Earth Society, appearing at a blacksmith's workshop.

"He really is Cao Jian, the Cao Jian from our village."

"Yes, that's him."

“I was in the same class as him in elementary and middle school. I never expected to see him on the screen.”

"I regret it. Cao Jian wrote me a love letter back in junior high, but I threw it away. If only I had known..."

A girl from the village, who had grown up with him, couldn't help but beat her chest and stamp her feet in frustration.

"You may be pretty, but Xiao Jian definitely wouldn't be interested in you right now. He'll definitely marry a celebrity in the future. You should date me instead."

"A toad trying to eat swan meat."

During the discussion, Jet Li, who plays Fang Shiyu, appeared on stage.

"Li Lianjie? Cao Jian and Li Lianjie acted together? I'm so envious."

The crowd became even more excited when they saw Li Lianjie.

Jet Li's name is known to every household in China. Back when movie tickets cost only one cent, the film grossed 160 million yuan, demonstrating just how powerful the influence of his films was.

"Old Cao, your son is amazing! He actually became a director. He can definitely command Li Lianjie. He's incredible. Your family's ancestral graves must be emitting auspicious smoke."

Although everyone finally realized at this point that Cao Yong'an was showing the movie to show off his son.

But people didn't feel disgusted at all; on the contrary, they felt that this was the right thing to do.

This is not only the pride of the Cao family, but also the pride of the entire village. "Hehe."

Cao Jian's father smiled happily. This kid is really promising.

However, when the main character appeared, everyone realized that the female lead was really beautiful.
The movie ended amidst the constant chatter and lingering excitement of the crowd. Soon after, the news that Cao Jian had made a martial arts movie spread like wildfire, reaching almost the entire county.

In this county, copies of "Fong Sai-yuk" became highly sought-after items, with many villages vying to screen them.

Everyone wants to see a big star from their hometown.

Although other parts of China are not as exaggerated as Cao Jian's hometown, "Fang Shiyu" has still been screened hundreds of thousands of times.

In the movie, although many men like Jet Li, many girls prefer the handsome and dashing Cao Jian.

Filming of "Fong Sai-yuk 2" in Yanjing went very smoothly.

After filming the battle with the Japanese samurai, the next step is a martial arts contest to find a husband.

This scene is also the second most beautiful part for Amy Kwok.

Both the martial arts action and the visuals are fantastic.

Mainly, Amy Kwok is very beautiful.

The fight scenes between Amy Kwok and Vivian Chow had a hint of realism.

"It seems that Zhou Huimin isn't all brawn and no brains; she actually noticed that Guo Aiming has a thing for me."

Watching the two perform on the monitor, Cao Jian could only shake his head helplessly.

It seems that it's best not to flirt with Amy Kwok when filming "Fong Sai-yuk 2".

Once Zhou Huimin returns to Hong Kong, I'll invite this Miss Hong Kong to Guangzhou separately to show her my electronics factory and future plans, and have her work for me for now.

Then, take your time and get it done.
A month later, a scene was filmed showing Fong Sai-yuk with many knives stuck in his body, going to save his mother.

"I don't want to see my own brothers' blood!"

This scene is the climax of the entire movie. Cao Jian watched the monitor, admiring Li Lianjie's action and reputation.

The Kung Fu Emperor truly lives up to his reputation.

At the end of March, filming for "Fong Sai-yuk 2" wrapped up, and Vivian Chow, Amy Kwok, and others returned to Hong Kong with the crew.

Cao Jian then went to the set of "Plum Blossom Mark".

“My dear, you’ve finally arrived.”

In a secluded spot, Chen Derong suddenly threw herself into Cao Jian's arms.

"Miss me so much?"

"of course."

As Cao Jian held Chen Derong's delicate body, he suddenly noticed that a woman was peeking at him from not far away.

"That girl Lin Xinru is eyeing my good looks again."

After not seeing her for more than half a year, Lin Xinru had developed much better than before, prompting Cao Jian to find an opportunity to give her a medical check-up.

However, the appearance of Wang Yan and Li Xiaoran immediately overshadowed Lin Xinru.

It seems that Lin Xinru can only play a maid role now.

She was just a maidservant to the young lady, yet she had quite a few scenes.

"Yinshuang! You must live well."

Although Cao Jian, who was in the prison van, didn't shout during his performance, his voice was still quite loud.

Moreover, his clear pronunciation makes the lines very impactful.

"Haozhen, listen to me. This love between us, this affection, is known to heaven, earth, you, and me. Whether in life or death, in this life or the next, I am yours, forever and ever."

When Chen Derong delivered these lines, she was quite immersed in the role; she really wanted to say these words to her boyfriend.

Lin Xinru watched the footage and remarked that the two actors performed exceptionally well.

Cao Jian almost burst out laughing, as these lines were truly melodramatic, no less so than the "You are heartless, you are shameless, you are unreasonable" line from the future "Princess Pearl".

"Brother Cao Jian, you acted so well."

Cao Jian had just finished filming this scene when Lin Xinru took advantage of Chen Derong removing her makeup and rushed over to flatter her: "Do you have time tonight? My scenes are about to start filming, and I'd like to learn from you."

The movie "Fong Sai-yuk" also did well at the box office in Taiwan.

Lin Xinru naturally supported Cao Jian and even invited her classmates to watch the movie together, contributing to the box office revenue.

Therefore, she has long since decided that she must seize the opportunity to work with Cao Jian, who has become a director.

Since you've already taken me in as a sugar daddy, then you should do something about taking me in as a sugar daddy.
(End of this chapter)