Rebirth of Chinese Entertainment, the Diary of a 95 Flower

When Zhang Ruonan bought breakfast, she didn't know what everyone liked to eat, so she simply bought a little bit of everything.

There are sweet and savory flatbreads.

There are old and young fried dough sticks.

Rice balls with pork floss and pickled mustard greens.

Salty soy milk, made with dried shrimp and seaweed at the bottom of the bowl, and sweet soy milk, made with only sugar, are also available.

There are also xiaolongbao (soup dumplings).

I saw Jiang Yang finish washing up, sit by the coffee table, sip some soy milk, and stuff a small steamed bun into his mouth.

Zhang Ruonan sat on a low stool to the side, her posture demure.

She quickly lowered her eyelashes when she glanced at Jiang Yang.

Observe Jiang Yang's expression carefully.

Realizing Jiang Yang wasn't angry and his mood had calmed down, she didn't dare eat breakfast and cautiously asked, "Boss, where are we going to film later?"

“Songjiang District is very close to here. Yang Chaoyue’s old factory was located there,” Jiang Yang replied.

"Chaoyue used to be a factory worker?!"

"Yes, she had a tough time before. She only made 3500 yuan a month. Her finger was pierced by an injection molding machine. She was the first one to sign up. Back then, she was like a little chick in a Starbucks in Songjiang District. She didn't even dare to order a large cup."

As Jiang Yang spoke, he glanced into the side bedroom: "Back then, she bought me breakfast every day and waited for me to get up. I never imagined that she would now be banging on my door to wake me up. She signed three acting contracts and has now received 21 yuan in profit sharing. This girl has gotten too cocky. I'm really impressed."

Hear the words.

Zhang Ruonan was slightly taken aback.

It took me two seconds to realize what was happening.

She used to be a factory worker with a monthly salary of 3500 yuan, but after following Jiang Yang, she now earns 21 yuan a month!
Compared to that, the 5000 yuan salary I was interested in was insignificant.

It's hard to imagine how extensive Jiang Yang's network of connections is in the industry!

Zhang Ruonan came to her senses and realized that Jiang Yang had already gotten up and gone to lie down on his side.

Yang Chaoyue was fast asleep, lying on his back with one leg draped over Tian Xiwei's waist.

Help Yang Chaoyue lift the nightgown that exposed her belly and cover her up, revealing her crooked sleeping posture.

I saw that Yang Chaoyue's mouth was slightly open, glistening with saliva.

He took a tissue, wiped himself clean, crumpled it into a ball, and accurately threw it into the trash can.

Then close Yang Chaoyue's mouth.

Yang Chaoyue smacked his lips and muttered something, his lips trembling slightly. It was unclear what he was muttering.

Tian Xiwei lay on her side in an S-shape, her hair covering half her face, with a pillow draped over her side.

When Jiang Yang put a pillow under her head, her head automatically adjusted its angle.

Cover the two girls with blankets.

Back at the coffee table, I made a point of separating the fried dough sticks and savory soy milk that Tian Xiwei liked.

Break the fried dough sticks into small pieces.

Tian Xiwei likes to soak soy milk in it.

Yang Chaoyue's favorite xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) and sweet soy milk are also listed separately.

Zhang Ruonan asked, "Boss, weren't we not going to give them any?"

“If I let them starve to death, who will make money for me? I raised these two tyrants myself, and now they’re both more arrogant than the other.”

Even if they're annoying, they're still our own artists.

What can I do?

Jiang Yang glanced at the person lying on their side with annoyance.

He noticed that both girls were covered with blankets and sleeping soundly, so he got up, went over, and closed the door to the side bedroom.

It's annoying to look at.

As Zhang Ruonan watched this scene, a faint smile unconsciously appeared on her lips.

She understood what Yang Chaoyue had said to her last night.

What a great boss.

Jiang Yang returned to the coffee table and saw that Zhang Ruonan was sitting obediently and hadn't eaten anything. He handed her a bag of steamed buns and said, "You should eat too. Don't be like Chao Yue before, who starved himself to save money and got stomach problems."

"Oh, oh, I'll eat."

"Your health is more important than obeying orders."

"Uh-huh!!"

Only then did Zhang Ruonan feel relieved and start eating, grabbing a skewer, sticking a xiaolongbao into her mouth.

After being fed xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), it secretly blew air into them before taking its first bite.

I was afraid of getting burned, but I didn't dare to say anything.

He held the cookie in his other hand.

"Eat more, Ruonan. You can't go hungry. I'll be counting on you to earn money in the future."

"Know it!"

Zhang Ruonan gulped down a mouthful of white porridge, her upper lip still smeared with it. Holding the bowl, she secretly looked up and smiled at Jiang Yang.

"What are you laughing at?" Jiang Yang glanced at Zhang Ruonan and then laughed.

"I just find you really funny." Zhang Ruonan blurted out, then suddenly covered her mouth.

Jiang Yang's smile froze.

Zhang Ruonan realized she had misspoke and quickly corrected herself: "Sorry, what I meant was, boss, I just think you're very good-looking."

"Ruonan, you should spend less time with Chaoyue and Xiwei in the future. They're hopeless," Jiang Yang muttered.

Let's chat for a while.

Zhang Ruonan was already full.

Sitting on a low stool, lost in thought.

Upon careful consideration, Jiang Yang's words and Yang Chaoyue's experiences came to mind.

Chao Yue used to be just a low-level factory worker with a history of struggling at the bottom, and now she's able to act in TV dramas.

It's clear that beneath Yang Chaoyue's carefree exterior lies a hidden secret.

Same for myself.

I won't tell anyone what's on my mind.

But can I transform myself like Chaoyue?

Zhang Ruonan suddenly looked up, mustered her courage, and looked Jiang Yang directly in the eye: "You're so kind to them, are you like this to every newcomer?"

What I really want to ask is...

Will I be the special one?

Will I be cherished?

She had always longed for her parents' favoritism, and suddenly saw hope in Jiang Yang.

I didn't dare ask.

Jiang Yang laughed and said, "Don't overthink it. Chaoyue is Chaoyue, Xiwei is Xiwei, and you are you. I signed you because you have something they didn't have back then." He sipped his soy milk and said, "Ruonan, I have witnessed the growth of Chaoyue and Xiwei, but your journey has only just begun."

"besides."

Jiang Yang continued, "The porridge got on my nose."

Hear the words.

Zhang Ruonan was slightly stunned.

He stretched out his finger and touched his nose.

Lick off the porridge that's stuck to your fingers.

Watching Jiang Yang get up, go back to his side bedroom, grab his briefcase, and leave.

She followed behind Jiang Yang, watching his back, secretly clenching her small fist. After following Jiang Yang into the elevator, she replied, "Boss, I won't let you down!"

Following Jiang Yang to the underground parking garage, they got into the brand-new Corolla they had rented yesterday.

Drive towards the old town area of ​​Zhongshan Middle Road and Miaoqian Street in Songjiang District.

Once we arrived at our destination, we parked the car.

Zhang Ruonan got out of the car and looked up. In front of her was the second floor of a demolished house on Miaoqian Street, which was also the director's command center.

Director Yan Min sat in a folding chair, holding a walkie-talkie, with a storyboard spread out in front of him, covered with sticky notes.

The executive director, holding a megaphone, shouted: "Attention extras! When Huang Bo runs over, just watch naturally, don't stare at the camera!"

The site staff used red, white, and blue woven cloth to cover up the Vanke Real Estate advertisements on the demolition fence to avoid giving away the truth.

"Xiao Jiang! You're here." Yan Min put down the walkie-talkie and beckoned Jiang Yang over: "I heard from Huang Lei that you got a role in President Xu's 'Fighter of the Destiny.' President Xu gave one of your company's artists a private audition?"

"Good luck, good luck," Jiang Yang said with a smile.

"You're not just lucky, you're talented. I have a feeling you'll become famous as soon as your movie is released."

Let's chat for a bit.

This explains that Jiang Yang, who plays an extra, and Zhang Ruonan, who plays an extra, are the MC guests they are interacting with today.

Yan Min's gaze fell on Zhang Ruonan behind Jiang Yang: "Your name is Zhang Ruonan?"

"Yes, yes, Director Yan." Zhang Ruonan walked over awkwardly, her hands and feet moving in unison with nervousness.

He approached Yan Min and bowed to him.

Yan Min laughed and waved his hand: "No need to be so polite. I trust you completely. You are an artist under Jiangyang Company."

Let's chat for a bit.

We'll mainly discuss the performance segment that follows.

Because it's a variety show shoot, there aren't any outtakes like in movies and TV dramas, so authenticity is a priority.

Yan Min mainly talked to Jiang Yang, while Zhang Ruonan just listened from the side.

When we occasionally talk about her, she nods awkwardly, clutching the hem of her clothes with both hands.

My first time on a film set.

I had watched the variety show "Go Fighting!" before and knew that the director was Yan Min.

This is the first time I've seen it with my own eyes.

The real Yan Min is much taller than he appears on TV.

Yan Min turned to Zhang Ruonan and said, "I won't arrange a mentor for you. Jiang Yang's acting skills are already well-known. Good luck. The MC guest you'll be working with later is Huang Bo. I hope you can create a good show effect."

Huang Bo!

Zhang Ruonan was filled with anxiety, unsure of how to act or what kind of performance to give.

My mind went completely blank.

Yan Min then chatted with Jiang Yang: "Huang Lei brought her daughter with her this time."

"Dodo?"

"Yes, Huang Lei took his daughter on 'Where Are We Going, Dad?' before, but this is the first time she's on 'Go Fighting!'. She said that Duoduo has been watching the first season of 'Go Fighting!' recently and is enjoying it very much, so she wanted Huang Lei to bring her along."

Yan Min laughed and said, "The production team had talked to Huang Lei about this idea before, but Huang Lei disagreed. I don't know why, but this time he took the initiative to bring Duo Duo along. He didn't ask for much money, just a friendly price. It seems that Huang Lei's way of educating Duo Duo has changed. Before, at this time, Duo Duo was always in the tutoring class."

The conversation soon turned to Zhang Ruonan.

Jiang Yang glanced at Zhang Ruonan, then changed the subject: "Director Yan, I'd like to add a bit of surprise to today's scene."

Yan Min raised an eyebrow: "Oh? Aren't you afraid that Huang Bo will improvise and scare your new partner?"

Jiang Yang laughed and said, "Being stunned is what makes it real. Isn't what the audience wants to see the instinctive reaction of ordinary people when they meet celebrities?"

He lowered his voice.

He continued, "Besides, don't you also think that current variety shows are too scripted?"

Yan Min pondered for a moment: "What if we mess it up?"

"I'll return my salary, and Zhang Ruonan's salary, to the production team," Jiang Yang said.

Yan Min smiled and said, "I believe you will make the arrangements."

He turned his head to look at Zhang Ruonan: "Your boss is stealing the spotlight for you."

Zhang Ruonan didn't dare to say a word, forcing a smile.

He twisted his fingers and stood obediently to the side.

She kept Jiang Yang's kindness in her heart.

After talking with Yan Min.

Jiang Yang led Zhang Ruonan to the dressing room and realized something.

My actions after being reborn seem to have created a butterfly effect.

Through her contact with Huang Lei, she inadvertently changed the relationship between Huang Lei and her daughter, indirectly affecting Huang Yici's life.

The original filming location for this episode of "Go Fighting!" was not Shanghai.

I had anticipated that a butterfly effect would occur after the release of my own films and television dramas, but I never expected it to happen now.

Jiang Yang knew what was going on.

I was mentally prepared for this.

The lives of Zhang Ruonan, Yang Chaoyue, Tian Xiwei, and Zhao Jinmai have also changed, and even their families have been affected.

"boss."

Zhang Ruonan suddenly interrupted Jiang Yang's thoughts, and she asked timidly, "Boss, I can't act, I..."

Instead of comforting Zhang Ruonan, Jiang Yang asked, "Were you afraid of falling when you first learned to walk?"

Zhang Ruonan was stunned, wondering why her boss suddenly asked this: "Afraid?"

"But now? You don't even remember how you learned it."

"Indeed."

Jiang Yang then asked, "Do you believe I can turn Yang Chaoyue from a factory worker into an actress?"

"Believe!"

"Now it's your turn."

Zhang Ruonan's eyes lit up, she pursed her lips, and nodded subconsciously. (End of Chapter)