Rebirth of Chinese Entertainment, starting with the strategy of 95 flowers to counterattack

Chapter 160 Dudu, I Came for You

The host chuckled: "Excuse me, are you dressed like this... just came here after robbing a bank?"

The whole audience burst into laughter.

The mysterious man lowered his voice: "I want to ask Teacher Reba..." He paused deliberately, "If one day you were to become a product in a general store, what would you most want to become?"

Dilraba tilted her head and thought, "Hmm, maybe it's a box of chocolates? They're sweet, everyone would like that."

The mysterious man immediately replied, "Then, can I pre-order a box? Is shipping free?"

The audience burst into laughter, and Dilraba laughed so hard she almost stepped on her own skirt.

Chen Duling, who was standing to the side, helped her up and looked at the strange person with curiosity.

"I want to ask Teacher Duling," the mysterious man turned to Chen Duling, his voice suddenly becoming serious, "If you could peek at other people's troubled letters, whose would you most like to read?"

Before Chen Duling could even speak, Dilraba eagerly raised her hand: "She definitely wants to see me!"

“Wrong,” the mysterious man shook his head, his sunglasses reflecting the stage lights. “I guess she wanted to see the director’s comments, like why she was given so few scenes.”

Chen Duling burst out laughing, while Reba's eyes widened, and she exaggeratedly covered her mouth: "How did you know?!"

The audience below the stage laughed so hard they almost fell over, and some had already taken out their phones to record the scene.

Director Han Jie shook his head and smiled wryly.

The host, wiping away tears of laughter and clutching his back, said, "This audience member, your question is way too tricky!"

The more Reba looked at him, the more familiar he seemed.

That upright figure, and the outline faintly visible behind the sunglasses...

Her heart suddenly raced, and a bold guess came to mind.

But isn't this guy doing a roadshow in Guangzhou?
It shouldn't be possible, right?

"This audience member..."

Dilraba took two steps forward, her voice slightly raised with nervousness, "Could you take off your sunglasses?"

The entire venue fell silent instantly, and even the background music seemed to be turned down.

All eyes were focused on the mysterious man.

The man seemed to hesitate for a moment, then slowly raised his hand and took off the sunglasses that covered half of his face.

"Gu Yang?!" Dilraba screamed, her voice almost cracking.

The entire venue erupted in chaos.

The screams of the fans rose and fell, and some even jumped up.

Chen Duling covered her mouth in surprise, and the host's hand trembled, almost dropping the microphone to the ground.

Gu Yang smiled and took off his mask: "You've been found out."

The host immediately rushed off the stage and pulled him back up: "Director Gu! Are you on an incognito visit?"

Gu Yang was pushed onto the stage. As he passed Reba, he suddenly leaned down and whispered in her ear, "Actually, I came here specifically for you."

Dilraba blushed instantly from her ears to her neck, and playfully punched him: "Liar!"

"Director Gu, your sudden attack really startled our teacher, Dilraba."

The host jokingly handed the microphone to Dilraba, asking, "What did Director Gu whisper to you just now?"

Dilraba's ears were still flushed, and she glanced quickly at Gu Yang: "He said."

Realizing she had almost let something slip, she quickly corrected herself, "He said he really liked our movie!"

Good-natured laughter erupted from the audience.

Gu Yang smiled slightly and winked at Dilraba as the host turned away.

This subtle movement was caught by fans in the front row, immediately triggering a burst of screams.

"Director Gu, is there any special purpose for your visit today?" the host asked. "Could it be that you're here to poach one of Director Han's clients?"

The camera then focused on director Han Jie, who made a gesture of protecting his food.

Gu Yang took the microphone, his tone relaxed: "I really did come here to learn. The narrative techniques of 'The Miracles of the Namiya General Store' are worth studying." He paused, "Of course, the performances of the main characters are even more amazing."

"Director Gu has such high praise for the actors," the host mischievously asked, "Could you give some on-the-spot comments?"

The entire room fell silent instantly, everyone holding their breath and waiting for Gu Yang's answer.

Gu Yang pondered for a moment, "This problem..." He deliberately dragged out his words, "...it requires extra money."

Amidst bursts of laughter, the host shook his head helplessly: "Director Gu is trying to raise the price on the spot!"

Taking advantage of the commotion, Gu Yang pretended to trip over the stage wires and stumbled into Chen Duling.

To outsiders it was just an accident, but in reality he whispered precisely in her ear, "Dudu, I came here today specifically for you."

Chen Duling's pupils contracted slightly.

Unlike Dilraba's shy reaction, she curled her lips into a half-smile and replied in a breathy voice, "Director Gu's 'special'...it seems it was already wholesaled to Dilraba just now?"

Her voice was soft, yet it was like a small hook, making Gu Yang's heart tremble.

Before he could respond, Chen Duling suddenly raised her voice: "Director Gu, watch your step!"

At the same time, she pretended to help him up, but her fingernail pinched his palm lightly.

"Want to trend on social media?" Gu Yang suddenly asked in a low voice, gently tapping Chen Duling's palm with his finger.

Chen Duling didn't react for a moment: "What?"

"Then let's dance!" Gu Yang winked at her, turned around and walked towards the host, leaving Chen Duling standing there blankly.

Before she could process the meaning of those words, Gu Yang had already taken the microphone from the host: "Director Han, I suddenly have a favor to ask."

He turned to the director on stage, a sly smile playing on his lips, "I recently learned a dance that's perfect for a promotional period. I wonder if I could borrow it from you two leading ladies for three minutes?"

Director Han Jie's eyes lit up. Gu Yang is now a hot topic subject, and his willingness to create buzz is like a windfall.

"Of course!" Han Jie practically jumped up in response. "What kind of background music do you need?"

Gu Yang took a USB drive out of his pocket and handed it to the staff member: "I've prepared the music."

As he turned around, he saw Reba tilting her head and curiously examining him, while Chen Duling squinted, her face saying, "You'd better explain yourself."

Music suddenly started playing.

Once Upon a Time
Boom, boom, boom...!
As strange background music began to play, Gu Yang slid to the center of the stage and started dancing to the Li Chengxi March.

His movements were precise and timed perfectly, his shoulders turning rhythmically like a marionette, eliciting screams.

"What is this?!" Dilraba covered her mouth and laughed, but her body was already swaying gently to the rhythm.

Chen Duling froze on the spot, her fingers unconsciously clutching the hem of her clothes.

Gu Yang suddenly reached out his hand to Reba.

Although Dilraba was surprised, her extensive experience in variety shows allowed her to immediately understand the intention and she jogged over to join the dance.

She learned extremely quickly. Gu Yang only demonstrated it twice, and she was able to imitate it seven or eight tenths of the way, causing the fans in the audience to shout wildly.

“Teacher Duling!” Gu Yang turned around and invited the other female lead, his eyes flashing with a meaningful light.

Chen Duling took a deep breath and stepped forward with a forced smile.

The next minute became the most memorable moment of this year's Chiefs' Ceremony.

Dilraba dances like a professional girl group member; every move is full of energy.

Chen Duling, a goddess known for her elegance.

The limbs seemed to be newly fitted, with the hands and feet completely out of sync.

But she danced with extreme seriousness!!!
"Pfft—" Dilraba couldn't help but burst out laughing and almost bumped into Gu Yang's arms. The audience below the stage was already in stitches, with some clutching their stomachs and yelling "Help!"

Chen Duling herself was completely unaware and continued to complete each movement with full confidence.

When the music reached its most complex and swirling part, she made a graceful turn and then stumbled into Gu Yang's arms.

"Did you do it on purpose?" Gu Yang asked in a low voice as he helped her up, his breathing still a little rapid from dancing.

Chen Duling looked up and glared at him, her cheeks flushed from the exercise: "You're dead."

Her words, though clearly threatening, were strangely endearing when paired with her messy bangs and slightly sweaty nose.

The hustle and bustle of the premiere finally subsided, and Gu Yang leaned against the railing by the parking lot, an unlit cigarette between his fingers.

The night breeze was cool, dispelling some of the restlessness in my heart.

The phone screen lit up, and the caller ID showed "Chen Duling".

He smiled slightly and answered the phone: "Beep beep?"

"Where are you?" Her voice came through the receiver, softer than usual.

"The parking lot." He paused. "Why didn't you go to the banquet?"

There was a two-second silence on the other end of the phone: "I'm not Dilraba, I'm not the leading lady."

His tone was indifferent, yet it concealed a subtle hint of disappointment.

Gu Yang chuckled softly: "So?"

"So..." her voice softened, "would you come pick me up?"

Thirty minutes later, at the lakeside on the outskirts of the city.

Moonlight spilled across the lake, shattering into a silvery halo. Chen Duling stood on the shore, having changed out of her formal attire into a simple white T-shirt and jeans, topped with a white down jacket, her hair gently ruffled by the night breeze.

When Gu Yang approached, she was kicking pebbles at her feet with her head down. She only looked up when she heard footsteps.

"Why did you choose this place?" he asked.

"There are fewer people," she said casually, "so we won't get photographed."

Gu Yang chuckled: "Teacher Chen is quite cautious."

She glanced at him, didn't reply, and turned to walk slowly along the lake.

Gu Yang wasn't in a hurry. He put his hands in his pockets and followed half a step behind her.

A night breeze blew by, and her hair fluttered gently, brushing against his shoulder almost imperceptibly.

“You danced quite seriously today,” he suddenly said.

Chen Duling paused, then sneered, "You did this on purpose, didn't you? Dancing such a weird dance."

"I'm innocent." Gu Yang spread his hands. "I just thought that Teacher Chen would look very cute when she jumps."

"Cute?" She narrowed her eyes, her tone dangerous. "You mean funny?"

Gu Yang chuckled softly, without denying it.

She glared at him, turned to leave, but lost her footing and almost slipped on a pebble.

Gu Yang reacted quickly, grabbing her wrist and pulling her back.

The two suddenly closed the distance between them, and her back was almost pressed against his chest.

The night breeze suddenly stopped.

Chen Duling could feel his breath brushing against her earlobe, warm and clear.

Her heart suddenly raced, and she tried to break free, but he held her even tighter.

"Why are you running?" His voice was slightly hoarse.

"Who ran away?" she asked stubbornly, but she didn't dare to turn around and look at him.

Gu Yang released her, and the two continued walking forward.

“Time flies,” Chen Duling suddenly said. “Do you remember the first time we met at the Mushroom House? You were just a newcomer back then.”

Gu Yang chuckled: "I remember. You even helped me chop wood, but the axe got stuck in the wood and we couldn't get it out."

She couldn't help but laugh out loud: "You laughed at me back then."

"I wouldn't dare now." He said, feigning seriousness. "Teacher Chen is not what he used to be."

Chen Duling shook her head, her tone suddenly becoming somber: "It's you who's changed. You've moved too fast; I can barely see your back anymore! And me..."

Under the moonlight, her profile appeared exceptionally soft, yet also exceptionally lonely.

Gu Yang stopped and turned to face her: "Do you still have the gift I gave you?"

She paused for a moment, then realized what he meant: "Airplane model? Of course it is."

"Do you really like it?"

"Yes." She nodded, her voice very soft. "Put it on the bookshelf so I can see it every day."

The night breeze suddenly became gentle.

Gu Yang gazed at her, his eyes gentler than moonlight: "Do you know why I gave you the airplane model?"

Chen Duling shook her head, her heart beating faster for some reason.

“Because…” he leaned down slightly, his voice as soft as a whisper, “I hope that one day, I can take you flying higher.”

Her breath hitched, and she looked up to meet his eyes.

Under the moonlight, his eyes were focused and ardent.

The two were only inches apart, close enough that she could smell the faint woody scent emanating from him.

A night breeze swept by, lifting strands of her hair and gently brushing against his arm.

Chen Duling suddenly felt her cheeks burning and instinctively wanted to back away, but he gently grabbed her wrist.

Chen Duling fell silent.

The tips of her ears were slightly red.

Gu Yang stared at her for two seconds, then suddenly let go of her hand and walked around to face her.

She subconsciously looked up, and before she could react, his palm had already gently cupped her face.

"Chen Duling." He called her name softly, his voice low and seductive.

Her breathing became slightly labored, and her heartbeat completely erratic.

The next second, his lips covered mine.

Warm, with a faint tobacco scent, it gently brushed against her lips.

She opened her eyes wide, her fingers unconsciously clenching the hem of his clothes.

The kiss was light, yet it felt like an electric current, a tingling sensation spreading from the lips throughout the body.

As Gu Yang stepped back, her eyelashes trembled slightly, as if she hadn't quite come to her senses yet.

He chuckled softly, his thumb brushing against the corner of her lips: "Dudu, you're so beautiful!"

Chen Duling finally realized what was happening, her cheeks instantly burning red, and she pushed him away abruptly: "...Gu Yang!"

He let her push him, laughing freely: "Yeah, I'm here."

The night breeze rose again, and ripples spread across the lake.

Her heartbeat could no longer be calmed.

(End of this chapter)