Huayu: Starting with living with a girl from Taiwan

Chapter 104 Da Tian, ​​please don't go around...

When Jing Tian came out of the audition room, her underwear was soaked with sweat.

For her, who has already released a solo EP, everyone else is fine.

The main reason was that Lin Mo's aura was too strong. Although she didn't say a word the whole time, Jing Tian felt nervous just thinking about the scene from the night before last.

Never mind, never mind, I'm outta here.

Inside the audition room.

All the auditions are over.

Chai Zhiping rubbed her temples. "How are you feeling, Fenfen? Have you made a final decision?"

Zheng Fenfen did not answer immediately. She tapped her fingers lightly on the table and glanced at the information of several key candidates in front of her.

First, an analysis was conducted on the first few candidates.

Finally, her finger landed on the resume she had just filled out.

"This Jing Tian..."

""

Zheng Fenfen looked at Chai Zhiping with obvious interest in her eyes, "Sister Chai, don't you think that her temperament and age are simply the perfect match for Shen Jiayi?"

Having just turned eighteen, during the summer after graduating from high school, that youthful, innocent, and unpolished feeling was completely natural.

Her facial features are also striking and well-proportioned, making her very photogenic.

The key is that she doesn't seem to be acting at all; instead, she comes across as more genuine.

Chai Zhiping nodded, agreeing: "Indeed, this girl has such excellent natural qualities."

"Looks, temperament, figure, age—she's got almost everything about Shen Jiayi."

"However..." she changed the subject, "Chen Yanxi and Guo Biting also have their advantages..."

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The two were caught in a difficult discussion, each with their own reasons and concerns.

Lin Mo, who had been quietly listening, was about to fall asleep and couldn't help but yawn.

Chai Zhiping noticed his movements and glanced at him sideways: "Lin Mo, you can't just look and not say anything. Who do you think is better at today's audition? You are the male lead and also the screenwriter, your feelings are very important."

Zheng Fenfen also cast an inquiring glance at her.

Lin Mo sat up slightly and said bluntly, "If you really want to know, I think Jing Tian is better."

"As the two of you said, an 18-year-old high school graduate is the best candidate for a natural performance, which is her natural advantage."

"Chen Yanxi and Guo Biting are both excellent, but more or less, the audience already has some preconceived notions about them."

He looked at Chai Zhiping and continued, "And there's another point: our film is going to be released in mainland China, and the audience is also in mainland China. Taiwan's small territory is too small compared to the mainland market."

If both the male and female leads are from mainland China, would it make mainland audiences feel more connected to the characters?

Lin Mo felt that at this point, reasoning with them and appealing to their emotions were not as effective as talking about benefits.

Casting Jing Tian in "You Are the Apple of My Eye" would definitely be more profitable than casting the other two actresses as the female lead.

Do you understand the true value of the "flower of worldly wealth and honor"?

Upon hearing this, Chai Zhiping's eyes flickered slightly, clearly indicating that she was seriously weighing this point of view.

After a moment's thought, she asked, "Lin Mo, are you familiar with this girl's background?"

Lin Mo spread his hands: "I really don't know. I just happened to see her photo and gave her a chance."

Chai Zhiping hesitated for a moment, then nodded: "Okay, I understand. Let's stop here for today. Fenfen and I will give a comprehensive evaluation of the audition results, and we also need to understand Jing Tian's specific situation."

She decided to conduct a background check.

After everyone dispersed, Lin Mo also got up and left the audition room.

Yesterday I was talking to Hsiao Ching-teng about songs until midnight, and I barely got any sleep.

I sat all afternoon today and I'm so sleepy. I just want to go home and sleep.

As I stepped out of the Comic Building, I realized that a light drizzle had started to fall and the sky was overcast.

Fortunately, Zeng Peici had asked him to bring a light jacket when he went out in the morning.

While waiting for the car, I casually glanced around and caught sight of Jing Tian, ​​who seemed to be waiting for a car as well, under the eaves of the side entrance of the building.

However, the girl didn't bring an umbrella and got a little wet.

Lin Mo glanced at the coat draped over his arm, thought for a moment, and walked straight over.

Jing Tian was complaining about how hard it was to hail a taxi in Taipei when she suddenly sensed someone approaching and a shadow looming over her.

She subconsciously turned her head, and when she saw the person's face clearly, she froze instantly, her big eyes wide open, her mind going completely blank.

Lin Mo...Brother Mo?!

Lin Mo handed over the coat, but Jing Tian just stared at him blankly without reacting.

He slightly raised his chin, gesturing with his eyes to the rain-soaked marks on her shoulders and back, and said in a calm voice, "Take it, put it on, don't catch a cold."

Just then, his car arrived.

Lin Mo didn't linger or wait for Jing Tian's response. He stuffed his coat into the girl's hands, turned around, took a few steps into the fine rain, opened the car door, and got in.

The black sedan quickly drove away and disappeared into the distance behind the streetlights in the rainy night.

Jing Tian remained frozen in place until the car's taillights disappeared from sight, at which point she suddenly snapped out of her daze.

The weight of the unfamiliar body temperature and refreshing scent in her hand was a stark reminder that what had just happened was not an illusion.

She instinctively tightened her grip on the thin gray coat.

Back in my star-rated hotel room, I closed the door, shutting out the sounds of rain and noise from the outside world.

Jing Tian carefully placed the coat by the bedside, as if it were a precious and fragile item.

Then I went into the bathroom and turned on the shower.

The warm water flowed down, washing away the fatigue and dampness of the rain, but it couldn't extinguish the fire in my heart.

When she came out, her pretty face was flushed, and her slender legs under her bathrobe unconsciously pressed tightly together, exuding a charming and alluring beauty, like a rose after the rain.

Da Tiantian quickly walked to the window and pulled the heavy curtains shut with a "whoosh," plunging the room into darkness.

Her gaze involuntarily fell on the gray men's coat lying on the bed.

"Clatter".

She kicked off her slippers and eagerly climbed into bed.

She opened the paused video of Lin Mo singing on her computer and picked up the coat with her still-dry, slender hands.

After hesitating for a moment, she gently covered the pillow with her coat.

"Clatter".

With a light tap of the spacebar, Lin Mo's clean and gentle voice flowed from the computer speakers, filling the dimly lit room: "Girl, my story unfolds because of you. For you, I learned to be patient; for you, I changed all my bad habits..."

""

Regardless of who the girl in the lyrics refers to, Da Tian Tian didn't care at all at this moment.

She simply buried her burning cheeks in the pillow and took a deep breath.

Hearing the man's voice, her smooth, jade-like toes curled up and her insteps straightened.

About ten minutes later.

The latest episode had already finished playing automatically, and the room fell silent except for the girl's slightly suppressed breathing.

Da Tian Tian finally loosened her grip on the pillow, feeling as if the gap in her heart had been filled after absorbing all the energy.

Her pink, cherry-like lips opened and closed.

His long, black hair was soaked with sweat, and he was panting heavily.

Even as her disheveled bathrobe slipped down, revealing her cleavage, she had no time to pay attention.

"I'll rest for a while before taking a shower," Da Tiantian thought to herself.

That evening.

With the airing of the final episode of the "Super Star Avenue" challenge competition.

In Lin Mo's fan groups, personal Baidu Tieba, and forums.

A heated discussion ensued regarding "Girl" and "Confession Night".

[So sweet! Listening to "Girl" makes me want to fall in love!]

[Confession Night was absolutely amazing! The piano duel scene gave me goosebumps! The prince is truly incredible, but Mo Ge's original composition was just too over the top!]

Has anyone analyzed the musical structure of "Confession Night"? It feels very sophisticated, unlike the typical structure of pop songs!

[A passerby commented that the most exciting part of this episode was the violin duel between Lin Mo and the prince, which was incredibly dramatic! Lin Mo is truly a gem!]

Lin Mo also went online to read these discussions and was in a good mood.

Unfortunately, we are not yet in an era where traffic is king.

Social media has limited influence; information dissemination mainly relies on television and newspapers.

Moreover, the broadcasting platform of "Super Star Avenue" is mainly limited to Taiwan, making it difficult for its influence to reach the mainland in the first instance.

Otherwise, his two performances would have easily made it to the trending topics.

However, although its influence is limited, its popularity remains considerable.

The following day, the headlines of several Taiwanese entertainment media outlets all focused on "Lin Mo VS Prince, an idol drama-like piano duel".

Wang Weizhong couldn't stop smiling as he looked at the newspaper in his hand and the heated discussions online.

He was having tea with Yuan Weiren, who had come to discuss the follow-up program schedule.

"Little Fatty, have you seen the ratings?"

Wang Weizhong couldn't hide his pride, "Last night's final challenge match had an average viewership rating of 7! The peak rating even reached 7.11!"

7 Ah!

How long has it been since a variety show from Taiwan has broken the 7 mark?

Even for a top-notch variety show producer like him, this is a significant achievement.

Praise to Lin Mo.

Wang Weizhong chuckled to himself.

At the same time, she said to Yuan Weiren, "However, I heard that HIM International Music seems to have quite a few complaints about Lin Mo lately?"

Yuan Weiren nodded helplessly upon hearing this.

Although he works for HIM International Music, he has a better personal relationship with his senior, Wang Weizhong, and speaks with less restraint: "This program was originally a collaboration with HIM International Music to select singers, since we sponsored it. But now Lin Mo has suddenly appeared, and he's been grabbing traffic and doing all sorts of things. Now the higher-ups feel that this program is a bit like they're doing Lin Mo a favor."

Wang Weizhong continued to smile, neither confirming nor denying: "What's the big deal? Even though Lin Mo has set up his own studio, he'll still sign a record deal with HIM International Music after the show ends."

"Brother Weizhong, you're pretending to be ignorant when you know the truth."

Yuan Weiren shook his head. "One is used as a tool for Lin Mo to release records, and the other is used to control singers. How can these be the same?"

He added, "I reckon that after this show is finished, HIM International Music won't be working with you again for the second season."

Wang Weizhong didn't seem too surprised: "It doesn't matter. The collaboration for the second season has already been agreed upon; it's with Universal Music."

Yuan Weiren put on a helpless expression.

Wang Weizhong said, "I advise you not to have too much of a problem with Lin Mo. He doesn't need your resources. He's not someone to be trifled with. If it were me, I would choose to befriend Lin Mo."

Yuan Weiren sighed: "At HIM International Music, I'm just a songwriter and errand boy. Who gave me the right to speak?"

Seeing this, Wang Weizhong didn't say anything.

As the largest record company in Taiwan, HIM International Music has a strong desire to control its artists and certainly won't be content to be just a tool. That's the arrogance of a long-established capital firm.

HIM International Music has its own considerations, he has his own programs to manage, and Lin Mo has his own path to walk.

Two days later, in the morning.

Lin Mo went downstairs ahead of time to wait for Jay Chou's car.

Today they are going to attend the opening ceremony and press conference for the movie "Kung Fu Dunk".

That's right, "Kung Fu Dunk" is about to start filming.

While waiting, a system notification suddenly popped up in Lin Mo's mind.

[Ding! Artist Hsiao Ching-teng is linked to the "Super Star Avenue" challenger competition...]

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[Actor Hsiao Ching-teng achieves: [Topic Newcomer]!]

[Host receives reward: 100 Entertainment Points!]

[Ding! Celebrity Zeng Peici's popularity continues to rise...]

[Celebrity Zeng Peici achieves the title of "Rising Star in the Entertainment Industry"!]

[Host receives reward: 150 Entertainment Points!]

[Receive random rewards: Singing skills +30, Cinematic presence +50]

As the notification tone ended.

Lin Mo immediately felt a comfortable coolness in his throat.

It was as if the vocal cords had been gently massaged, and the control over the voice seemed more delicate and subtle.

At the same time, I gained some intuition about how to find shots and use angles to enhance the expressiveness of the images.

This thing came at just the right time; it will be useful for him as he's about to make a movie.

He was also marveling at the system's setting of popularity achievement.

After so many matches, he's still stuck in the "Breaking the Circle Newcomer" category.

The further you go, the harder it is to upgrade.

The main reason is that the show "Super Star Avenue" has almost saturated his audience.

Although the program has a great influence in Taiwan, it ultimately has its limits.

Fortunately, there are only a few games left.

Once his upcoming drama "Hot Shot" airs, his popularity should surge again thanks to the wider audience and continuous exposure of idol dramas.

He then turned his gaze back to the panel, a thought flashing through his mind.

[Current number of artists bound: 3/9]

[Remaining Entertainment Points: 1526]

After working hard for almost three months, I've only managed to save up a little over a thousand entertainment points.

The main issue is that Lin Mo hasn't encountered any new people worth getting involved with yet.

He can't afford to tie someone as expensive as Jay Chou.

"Let it be," Lin Mo thought.

He now understands whether entertainment venues have any other use, and he'll wait until he meets the right person to kidnap someone else.

Just as he was pondering this, two crisp car horn beeps woke him up.

A black van pulled up in front of them, the window rolled down, revealing Jay Chou's face wearing sunglasses.

"Get in the car, Amo."

Lin Mo opened the car door and got in.

The car was spacious, and only Jay Chou and one of his assistants were inside.