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

Chapter 162 Sister Meng: What kind of character setting do I need for Peach Blossom Village?
Xiamen Island is scorching hot under the sun.

On the set of "The Starlight That Did Not Belong to Me", Meng Ziyi was filming a scene where she had an emotional outburst.

"What do you think all these years of waiting mean? Is my youth so worthless?" she roared, her eyes red, her fingers tightly gripping the shirt of her on-screen boyfriend in the script.

"Cut!" Director Zhou Haijun walked over with a frown. "Ziyi, you need to show vulnerability in your anger. Let's do it again."

Meng Ziyi nodded obediently, took the tissue handed to her by her assistant, and gently pressed it against the corner of her eye, afraid of ruining her makeup.

This is the seventh NG (no good) take today.

"Sister Meng, have some water."

The assistant handed over a thermos and muttered under her breath, "Is the director on a steroid today? Why is he being so serious?"

Meng Ziyi pouted and hid under the parasol to rest: "Who knows, maybe it's early menopause."

She scrolled through her phone, looking at the intimate photos of herself and Gu Yang, and sighed, "You brat, I've acted in so many dramas, why am I still not famous?"

"Look at Zhou Ye, who debuted so much later than me, only had one TV show and one movie, and look how popular he is now!"

"And Tian Xiwei, she became more famous than me with just one TV series!"

"So angry!"

"What kind of terrible drama did the company assign me? Should I just pay the breach of contract penalty and run away?"

The assistant didn't listen to her at all.

"What are you looking at? Sister Meng let me take a look too, I think I can see Director Gu's abs..."

"How can you be so beautiful..."

The assistant stopped adjusting her costume, her eyes fixed on Sister Meng's phone, a faint glint of saliva visible at the corner of her mouth.

? ? ? ? ?

How dare you! Is this something you can even look at?
Sister Meng quickly covered her phone with a "smack," glared at her assistant, and said, "Were you even listening to me?"

"Tch, so stingy!" the assistant retorted without flinching. "Is it possible... it's a problem with her acting?"

"Looking for a beating, huh?" Meng Ziyi pretended to throw the script, but laughed first. "But you're right, I'm not a naturally gifted performer."

She rested her chin on her hand and suddenly giggled, "Luckily, I have that song that Gu Yang wrote for me, so I've finally achieved some success in music."

"If all else fails, I'll switch careers and become a singer."

? ? ? ? ?

Become a singer?
Sister Meng?

The assistant was completely dumbfounded!

Sister Meng actually had such a terrible idea?

"Sis, I think you should reconsider. Maybe we're not suited to be singers?"

"Nonsense!!!" Meng Ziyi gave her an unpleasant look. "You should know about my brother's movie premiere a few days ago, right?"

"Yeah! You secretly went to participate again. The director cursed you all day, but luckily Director Gu called to explain for you later."

"Otherwise, the director might kill you!"

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Meng Ziyi glared at her assistant unhappily. "Guess what we did after my brother's movie premiere a few days ago?"

The assistant looked at her warily: "Looking for a place to fight? Why didn't you take me with you, sis..."

"Pah, don't talk nonsense!" Meng Ziyi slapped her thigh. "We went to a karaoke bar! Those two gossipy old women, Tian Xiwei and Li Yitong, actually tried to subtly harass me at the premiere!"

The assistant gasped: "So you..."

"That's why I called Zhou Ye!" Meng Ziyi proudly raised her chin. "You didn't see it, our duet was absolutely amazing!"

The assistant's expression gradually turned horrified: "Zhou... Zhou Ye?"

"That's right!" Meng Ziyi exclaimed with delight. "Our coordination was flawless. We could hit the high notes and the low notes perfectly, leaving Tian Xiwei and the others speechless!"

The assistant timidly raised her hand: "Um...did they really praise your singing?"

"Of course!" Meng Ziyi counted on her fingers.

"Zhou Ye said I'm a singing god whose talent was wasted on acting."

"Zhang Yifan knelt down on the spot and begged me to release an album."

"Sister Xie Nan even said she would recommend me to challenge the contestants on 'Singer'!"

"But when I offered to sing the theme song for 'Wolf Warrior 3' for her for free, she didn't agree. I guess she was too embarrassed not to pay me!"

The assistant was starting to question her life choices: "What about Tian Xiwei and Li Yitong?"

Meng Ziyi's face darkened: "Those two tasteless people! They actually said I sang so badly that I sounded like a 'screaming chicken whose throat got caught in a door'!"

She gritted her teeth, "And that little traitor Zhao Lusi joined in the commotion too!"

"They completely disregarded me, the boss's wife! How infuriating!"

The assistant hesitated before speaking, then asked, "Sister, is it possible that...you were actually...off-key?"

"Impossible!" Meng Ziyi said firmly. "They must have something wrong with their ears!"

"These things need to be done meticulously; we let our work speak for itself!"

"..."

Sister Meng makes a lot of sense!

Is it really that she doesn't know how to appreciate it?
The assistant began to feel guilty; she seemed to have misunderstood Sister Meng.

The two were chatting enthusiastically when a commotion suddenly broke out at the entrance of the film set.

They turned their heads and saw a luxury food truck slowly driving in.

"Wow! Who's so generous..." Before the assistant could finish speaking, a familiar figure emerged from behind the food cart.

Gu Yang.

He was wearing a camel-colored cashmere coat over a black turtleneck sweater, which perfectly accentuated his long, slender neck.

Even just standing there casually, he couldn't hide his powerful aura as a top star.

The sharply tailored jeans accentuated his long, straight legs, and his retro sneakers gave him a model-like stride with every step. The sea breeze ruffled his slightly wavy, flaxen hair, the ends shimmering in the sunlight, drawing frequent glances from those around him.

The entire set instantly erupted in cheers.

"Director Gu???"

"Oh my god, it's Gu Yang!"

"Is Director Gu visiting the set? Who is he? Does he have such a big influence?"

The director was the first to rush forward, his wrinkles crinkling into a wide grin: "Junior Brother Gu! Why didn't you tell me beforehand?"

He warmly shook Gu Yang's hand, showing no trace of the sternness he displayed during filming.

Although Zhou Haijun started acting very early, he spent a year studying directing at the Beijing Film Academy in 13.

Calling him "junior brother" is quite appropriate!
"I just happened to be passing by and heard that you were filming here, so I came to check it out." Gu Yang smiled slightly, his voice calm and unhurried.

Zhou Haijun's lips twitched. Just passing by?
Passing through Xiamen from Beijing?
The excuse was so fake that he was embarrassed to call it out.

A few days ago, Meng Ziyi secretly went to attend the premiere, causing him to miss a day of work. Today, this guy came to his door in person again. Is he going to ask for leave again?

Are these two really that inseparable?

He sighed inwardly, but his face was full of smiles: "Junior brother, you're too kind! We've almost finished filming today, come, come, let me introduce our crew to you."

Before he finished speaking, several lead actors had already crowded around him.

Xu Haiqiao rushed to the front, bending over almost at a right angle: "Director Gu, hello! I'm Xu Haiqiao, and I especially admire your film 'Better Days'!"

Not to be outdone, Yuan Hangming handed over the script with both hands: "Director Gu, could you please give me some pointers on my performance? It will only take a minute of your time!"

Wang Sichan went even further, producing a cup of hot tea from who-knows-where: "Director Gu, have some tea! The weather on Xiamen Island is dry, please take care of yourself." Liu Chengrui, standing on the periphery, was anxiously wringing his hands, finally having a flash of inspiration and pulling out his phone: "Director Gu, can we take a picture together? My mother really likes you!"

Meng Ziyi leaned back in her chair, slowly sipping the milk tea Gu Yang had brought. She felt secretly delighted as she watched her colleagues, who were usually so arrogant on set, now bowing and scraping before her.

Especially when he saw the second female lead, that usually sarcastic and quirky girl, desperately trying to get closer to Gu Yang, and even "accidentally" pulling down her collar.

Ok? ? ?
Gu Yang seemed to glance at it as well!
Meng Ziyi could no longer smile!

Gu Yang handled the crowd's enthusiasm with ease, but his gaze kept glancing towards Meng Ziyi.

Seeing her suddenly looking so angry, I couldn't help but feel a little puzzled.

"Senior Brother Zhou," he suddenly spoke up, "could I borrow Teacher Meng today? I have some musical questions to ask him."

Zhou Haijun's heart skipped a beat; they had indeed arrived!

He stole a glance at Meng Ziyi's smug expression, then looked at Gu Yang's seemingly gentle but actually unyielding gaze, and could only force a dry laugh: "Of course, of course! Ziyi has just finished filming her scenes for today."

He was also helpless, as the films he was currently making were primarily funded by Tencent.

This person's relationship with penguins...

Sigh! It's all about making a living!

The crew stared in disbelief as Director Zhou, who was usually so strict he was almost obsessive, bowed and scraped as if he were a completely different person.

Meng Ziyi's shoulders trembled from suppressing her laughter. She deliberately stood up slowly and deliberately, and amidst the envious and jealous gazes of the crowd, she took Gu Yang's arm and strode away.

Stepping off the set, she immediately let go of Gu Yang's arm and said haughtily, "Director Gu, didn't you come to see Director Zhou? What do you want with me?"

Gu Yang pinched her nose: "That was just a polite gesture. Of course, I came here specifically to see our Sister Meng!"

"Director Gu must have a lot of influence; asking for leave is so easy for him!"

"No one can compare to Sister Meng's charm!"

"That's more like it!" Meng Ziyi was appeased, raised her chin triumphantly, and snuggled up to him, hugging his arm tightly.

So big and soft...

Gu Yang followed Meng Ziyi to a less-visited scenic spot, Wanyuepo.

Unlike Gulangyu Island, this place is not crowded, but it boasts stunning sea views and soft sandy beaches.

"Well, here's the secret base I discovered." Meng Ziyi proudly took off her sandals and stepped barefoot onto the fine sand.

She's incredibly talented at this!

As Gu Yang looked at her profile, which was gilded by the setting sun, he suddenly recalled the scene when he first met her.

I first met this elegant, celebrity senior in the school cafeteria.

She was dressed in designer clothes and had exquisite makeup, making her stand out from the other students.

Back then, Meng Ziyi was the epitome of a cool and aloof goddess straight out of a fashion magazine.

And now.
Honey~ I want ice cream~

The little woman in front of him, who was shaking his arm and acting coquettishly, was pouting and rubbing her nose against his chin. There was no trace of the aura that made her seem unapproachable before.

Gu Yang couldn't help but chuckle, his fingertips brushing against her now casually tied ponytail: "Sister Meng, your persona has crumbled."

"Mind your own business!" Meng Ziyi opened her mouth and bit the ice cream he offered, deliberately licking his fingertips with her tongue. "Anyway, I'll only do this in front of you."

A sea breeze blew by, causing the stray hairs by her ears to sway gently.

Gu Yang stared at her cream-stained lips and suddenly felt a sense of temporal and spatial distortion.

"What are you looking at!" Mencius's ears burned from his gaze, and he shoved the ice cream into his mouth menacingly. "Eat it! It's melting!"

"it is good!"

Gu Yang leaned closer, but he ate the food that was right next to her mouth!
The moment their lips touched, Meng Ziyi let out a soft "Mmm," her fingers unconsciously clutching his coat.

The kiss was tender and lingering, carrying the sweetness of ice cream and the saltiness of the sea breeze.

When they parted, both of them were breathing heavily.

Meng Ziyi buried her face in the crook of his neck and muttered softly, "What if someone sees us..."

"So what if you see it?" Gu Yang stroked her long hair. "It's not like I'm ashamed to be seen."

Meng Ziyi looked up and glared at him: "Of course I'm not afraid of Director Gu, I still have a place in the industry."

Gu Yang laughed and pulled her to sit down on the beach.

The tide surges in and recedes, like a tireless lover.

“Oh, right,” Gu Yang suddenly remembered something important, “there’s a variety show that wants to invite you.”

Meng Ziyi's hand, which was playing with the sand, suddenly paused, and fine sand slipped through her fingers: "What variety show?"

She turned her head, her eyes wide open.

Seeing her eyes light up instantly, Gu Yang couldn't help but lean down and kiss her forehead: "50 Kilometers of Peach Blossom Valley, my new project."

He reached out and tucked a strand of her hair, which had been ruffled by the sea breeze, behind her ear. "Fifteen celebrities living together for twenty-one days, a real social experiment program."

"Am I not suited for variety shows?" Meng Ziyi suddenly shrank her neck, her fingers unconsciously clutching Gu Yang's clothes, her voice becoming softer.

"I got really badly scolded when I went on 'Grade One Graduation Season' back then." She pouted, looking aggrieved. "I still have nightmares about it now!"

Gu Yang was amused by her appearance and pinched her soft cheek: "No, Sister Meng, believe me! You're suited for variety shows!"

"Really?"

Meng Ziyi suddenly looked up, her eyes shining like stars, but then she wrinkled her nose. "Then what kind of persona do I want? I heard that variety shows all have personas!"

She counted on her fingers, "Foodie? Silly beauty? Or..."

"Just be yourself." Gu Yang couldn't help but chuckle.

"what?"

Meng Ziyi looked shocked. "Wouldn't my shrewd and intelligent personality be too assertive and unlikable?"

As she spoke, she made a "I'm fierce" face.

Gu Yang: "."

You seem to have some misunderstanding about yourself!
“Uh, right,” Gu Yang nodded seriously, suppressing a laugh, “Just be yourself, with your usual shrewd and intelligent personality!”

Meng Ziyi suddenly rushed over and hugged his arm, her little face scrunched up: "Won't the director make things difficult for me?"

She blinked pitifully, "You know how easy it is for a small-time actress like me to be bullied~".

"It's nothing." Gu Yang was amused by her and patted her head. "I'm just the producer."

"Huh?" Meng Ziyi's expression changed instantly, and she grinned from ear to ear. "Hehe, that's great!"

She shook her head smugly, her hair brushing against Gu Yang's chin, "Then can I..."

"Also, Zhou Ye will be participating," Gu Yang added.

"Ah!!!" Meng Ziyi jumped up from the beach, waving her arms and legs excitedly, "Great! Then we sisters can be together..."

She suddenly put her hands on her hips, threw her head back, and burst into laughter, "I can walk sideways in here now! Hahaha!"

Gu Yang: "."

As the sun set, Meng Ziyi excitedly started spinning around, humming a tune out of tune, just like a playful puppy.

Gu Yang smiled helplessly and shook his head, then reached out and pulled her back into his arms, planting another kiss on her forehead.

“Silly beauty,” he chuckled softly, “whatever makes you happy.”

The waves gently lapped against the shore, carrying their laughter into the deep blue sea.

Sister Meng, this will be the starting point for your meteoric rise to fame in the entertainment industry!

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