Chinese entertainment industry has been booming since 2008.

After filming began for "The Heirs," the crew seemed to be an isolated island, cut off from the world. Zhang Yang ordered a complete shutdown for filming and refused all unnecessary visits. However, the curiosity of the outside world grew day by day, and the first secretly filmed video quickly spread online.

In the video, Jing Tian filmed seven takes in the rain before getting it right. She was soaked to the bone and her lips were turning purple from the cold, but she was still practicing her blocking repeatedly. This clip unexpectedly won her some goodwill.

"At least they're serious!"

"Better than some of those young actresses who use body doubles!"

Lin Yushen, who also has connections, also demonstrated amazing professionalism. He was always the first to arrive at the dressing room, and his script was filled with dense annotations. In one scene with Jing Tian, ​​he completely overwhelmed the new actor's aura with just one look.

"stop!"

Director Liu Junjie looked up from behind the monitor: "Jing Tian, ​​I want a stubborn look in your eyes, not a pushover."

He demonstrated it himself, then turned to Lin Yushen and said, "Take it easy, don't scare the newcomer."

After filming the scene, Lin Yushen approached Jing Tian and said, "Sorry, I got too into it just now."

Jing Tian shook his head: "I should thank Teacher Lin for helping me get into character."

...

On December 25th, Christmas Day, the crew of "The Heirs" was still working. At this time of year, Christmas wasn't as hyped up as it used to be, and there weren't as many announcements from celebrities.

Zhang Yang had just finished a scene with Lin Yushen and was sitting in the rest area looking at the script, his brows furrowed with a focused scrutiny.

Just then, a familiar, slightly lazy yet highly recognizable laugh broke the seriousness of the film set.

"Hey, Zhang Yang, so serious?"

Zhang Yang looked up and saw that Fan Bingbing had arrived gracefully at some point. She was wearing a very stylish casual outfit, with sunglasses pushed up to her head, and a bright smile with a hint of playfulness on her face. Behind her was her assistant Yang Tianzhen, who was carrying several large bags, obviously drinks and snacks for visiting the set.

Fan Bingbing's appearance immediately attracted everyone's attention.

Zhang Yang stood up, a slightly surprised smile on his face: "Sister Bingbing? What brings you here?"

"I heard your filming is going really well, so I came to check it out and, by the way..." She winked mischievously, gesturing for her assistant to distribute the things to the staff: "Just checking in on my dear little brother."

After exchanging pleasantries and thanks, Fan Bingbing naturally leaned closer to Zhang Yang, lowered her voice, and teased him in a volume only the two of them could hear, "Hey little brother, how's it going with you and that Wang Like? Did our Professor Li manage to get her yet?"

As she said this, her eyes gleamed with gossip, and her tone was full of teasing.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yang's face immediately showed a wry smile, and he helplessly rubbed his forehead: "Sister Bingbing, please stop teasing me. I'm a very professional actor!"

Zhang Yang explained earnestly, but under Fan Bingbing's "I understand, I understand everything" gaze, he continued to act.

"A professional actor?"

Fan Bingbing drawled, clearly disbelieving: "I've heard that she asked you for 'acting advice' quite a bit on set, you know?"

She deliberately emphasized the word "acting skills," leaving Zhang Yang speechless and only able to offer a wry smile.

Just as Zhang Yang was thinking about how to end the topic, Fan Bingbing's gaze drifted towards Jing Tian, ​​who was quietly waiting not far away, as if she had discovered a new continent. She seemed to be looking in Zhang Yang's direction, her eyes clear and filled with a hint of longing.

Fan Bingbing nudged Zhang Yang with her elbow, raised her chin slightly, pointed in Jing Tian's direction, her smile becoming even more playful, and lowered her voice even further: "Hey, look at that pretty girl Jing Tian over there, the way she's looking at you, tsk tsk, something's not quite right."

Zhang Yang subconsciously followed her gaze and happened to meet Jing Tian's eyes in mid-air. Jing Tian, ​​like a startled deer, immediately looked away in a fluster, her fair cheeks instantly flushed red, and she lowered her head somewhat awkwardly, fiddling with the hem of her skirt.

"......"

Zhang Yang suddenly felt a chill run down his spine.

Fan Bingbing, however, seemed to have seen something extremely amusing and continued to fan the flames in his ear: "See? See? That's clearly the look a young girl gives her Prince Charming! Pure, admiring, and a little shy, oh my, oh my!"

Zhang Yang was so teased by her that he almost surrendered, and could only beg for mercy: "Sister Bingbing, please let it go! It's a pity that you're not a screenwriter with such an imagination. Jing Tian is young and hasn't been in the industry for long. She probably looks at everyone with curiosity and respect, but how come it all sounds so different in your mouth?"

"Yeah?"

Fan Bingbing raised an eyebrow, smiling like a cunning fox: "Then why haven't I seen her look at me or any other seniors like that? It's just you, Zhang Yang, tsk tsk tsk!"

Zhang Yang was completely speechless and could only shake his head helplessly. He felt that he was in a situation he couldn't clear his name even if he jumped into the Yellow River. He realized that Fan Bingbing had come here specifically to make a fool of himself.

"Alright, alright, I won't say anymore."

Fan Bingbing knew when to stop, nudging Zhang Yang with her shoulder, but the smile in her eyes remained: "But seriously, little brother, you're always surrounded by ladies, you'd better be careful. Alright, I won't disturb your filming anymore, I'm going to say hello to the director."

Watching Fan Bingbing's graceful departure, Zhang Yang let out a long sigh of relief, feeling even more exhausted than after a day of filming. He subconsciously glanced in Jing Tian's direction again, only to see that she had regained her composure and was intently reading the script, her profile appearing exceptionally serene in the sunlight.

Zhang Yang rubbed his temples. He did have some interest in Jing Tian, ​​but the other party's background was just too... He dared not provoke him. Besides, he hadn't even dealt with Wang Li yet, so Jing Tian was not even on his radar.

......

In the CEO's office of Next Media Building in North Point, Hong Kong, Fatty Li, with a cigar in his mouth and eyes squinting, held the phone.

"Mr. Li, I believe you will not let me down."

Fatty Li tapped his fat fingers on the table, a sly smile spreading across his face. He had made a fortune from messing with Zhang Yang a while back, and now someone was offering him more money. How could he possibly refuse?

He pressed the intercom button: "Call 'Dog-Head Liu' in."

A moment later, a thin, middle-aged man wearing black-rimmed glasses walked in. He was the top paparazzi of Next Magazine, known for his cunning and ruthless methods.

"Boss, what big job is it?"

Fatty Li took out his checkbook, wrote down a number, and pushed it over: "The Japanese patron specifically wants Zhang Yang's scoop, the more explosive the better. You take a team and go to the Chinese entertainment industry to keep a close eye on him. Remember, if you're going to shoot, shoot something that will be fatal."

A hint of excitement flashed in Dog Head Liu's eyes: "I understand. I heard that Zhang Yang is currently filming a movie, and the crew is full of beautiful women. This is a great opportunity."

Don't underestimate your enemy.

Fatty Li exhaled a smoke ring: "Zhang Yang isn't one of those minor celebrities. His security is very professional. Use your brains and find his weaknesses."