Huayu Entertainment: The Birth of a Succubus Top Star

The next day at noon, the early summer sun shone on the film set at the film studio.

The entire crew was preparing equipment, rehearsing, and setting up the set as usual, creating a busy and orderly scene on set.

Everyone in the crew was thinking about the Magnolia Awards ceremony that went viral online last night. The trending topics on mobile phones never stopped, and the hashtag "Gu Zhiyan wins Best Actor for the Third Time" remained firmly at the top of the list, unshakable.

A black minivan came to a steady stop at the entrance to the film set.

As the car door opened, Gu Zhiyan appeared, dressed in a simple and clean black casual outfit. He stood tall and composed, his features still refined and gentle. Shedding the formality of the suit he wore on the red carpet the night before, and lacking the oppressive aura of an award, he exuded a calm and collected presence that came with having experienced the pinnacle of success.

The news spread instantly on set.

"Teacher Gu is back!"

"Three-time TV King Returns to the Team!"

The stagehands, extras, lighting crew, cameramen, director, and screenwriter all spontaneously stopped what they were doing and turned to look.

The entire set fell silent for two seconds, then erupted in enthusiastic applause.

Everyone spontaneously stood up to greet them, their smiles genuine and warm. There was no deliberate attempt to create a scene, but rather it was the entire crew's heartfelt respect and welcome.

After all, last night was a historic night that shook the entire film and television industry. They were now fortunate enough to be filming with the first actor in the history of the Magnolia Awards to win the Best Actor award three times, and their hearts were filled with pride.

The director rushed over immediately: "Mr. Gu, congratulations! We watched the whole live broadcast last night, and everyone was truly amazed by you."

Xu Yajun laughed and replied, "I woke up to find the entire internet filled with news about you. You've truly broken the industry's long-standing curse of being blacklisted three times."

Gu Zhiyan looked at the two of them and smiled, "It's just an award ceremony. Filming is my job. I'm back so as not to delay everyone's progress."

The group walked to the film set's rest area and, taking advantage of a break before filming began, naturally chatted about the spectacular Magnolia Awards ceremony the previous night.

Wen Zhengrong couldn't help but smile as she recalled the contrast in expressions of the male actors on the nomination panel last night: "Honestly, the comparison of the shots last night was hilarious. Yu Hewei and the others were so nervous that their palms were sweating and their posture was tense, but you were the only one who was relaxed and calm. It was a completely different style. Netizens went crazy making fun of it."

Wan Peng nodded quickly, his eyes filled with emotion: "I was really moved when I watched the live broadcast. Everyone says that the Magnolia Awards are very particular about balancing resources and supporting newcomers, and never give actors a third chance. Everyone assumed that this was an insurmountable barrier, but you rewrote decades of award history with Fan Xian."

Gu Zhiyan smiled upon hearing this, her tone calm and clear: "Rules are for reference, but the work itself is fundamental. Ultimately, the judges don't look at seniority, balance, or conventions; they look at whether the character is believable and whether the performance is pure enough."

Okay, that's just polite talk.

Gu Zhiyan spoke with composure and humility, without a trace of arrogance from receiving the award, remaining focused on filming and her work.

Wan Peng was deeply moved by what he heard, and he understood even more what it means to be a top actor: to remain humble and respectful of acting even when you reach the pinnacle of the industry.

She looked at Gu Zhiyan with bright eyes: "Last night, Liu Yifei won Best Actress and you won Best Actor, breaking the three-times-winning curse. It was truly the most legendary night in the 30th anniversary of the Magnolia Awards. We are so lucky to have witnessed it."

As they were chatting, the producer walked over with a smile and said sincerely, "Mr. Gu, congratulations! The whole internet was buzzing last night, and our entire crew benefited from it. I've prepared a banquet to welcome you back. Would you do me the honor of joining us tonight?"

Gu Zhiyan nodded and smiled, "You're too kind. I'll definitely be there tonight."

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, filming began.

Sunlight bathed the film set, the applause gradually subsided, and the noise returned to silence.

……

Just days after the Magnolia Awards ceremony concluded, the filming of "Grant Me Your Dazzling Light" proceeded smoothly.

That afternoon, filming wrapped up early. Dilraba, who had just finished shooting "Kung Fu Women's Soccer," came to visit the set with Xueye and Aimin.

The three women shed their powerful female soccer training uniforms from the film, revealing a refreshing and casual outfit that exuded energy. Their arrival on set immediately drew attention from many staff members.

Xueye and Aimi, those two girls, started chattering away around Gu Zhiyan the moment they saw him.

Dilraba laughed and said, "Alright, you two, calm down. Brother Xiaoyan still has to film. Let's talk again tonight."

Zhong Yating said, "Xiao Yan's new drama, 'A Dream of Books,' premieres today! Let's watch it together tonight!"

"Okay," Amy replied happily.

Xue also nodded in agreement.

Xiao Yan's new drama is sure to be good.

Dilraba laughed and said, "Let's go, the three of us, get some food ready, and watch TV shows while we eat. It'll be a little get-together."

"Okay, Sister Dilraba."

Gu Zhiyan, Da Tiantian, and Zhong Yating stayed on set to film, while Dilraba took Xueye and Amy to prepare.

In the evening, Gu Zhiyan's room was filled with fresh fruit, milk tea, sweets, and various snacks on the coffee table, setting the stage for a small gathering to watch TV series.

Everyone took their seats. Dilraba leaned lazily against the sofa, while Jing Tiantian and Zhong Yating sat side by side. The young Amy pulled Xue Ye over and squeezed into a seat facing the screen. The two of them were full of anticipation, their eyes fixed on the screen.

As melodious ancient-style music begins, a traditional Chinese ink painting scroll slowly unfolds.

The scene shifts to Shen Qingci, played by Gu Zhiyan, dressed in a moon-white robe, walking through a misty alley in Jiangnan. She is gentle and refined, with a scholarly air about her. Her calm and reserved temperament is completely different from Fan Xian, who is decisive and ruthless in "Joy of Life 2".

Amy instantly covered her mouth, straightened her back abruptly, and her eyes sparkled with excitement: "My God, Xiao Yan looks absolutely stunning in period costume! So handsome!"

She leaned forward slightly, her cheeks flushed with excitement, her gaze fixed on the screen, looking like a completely captivated fangirl.

Xue, who was standing to the side, appeared calm on the surface, but the tips of her ears were secretly turning red, and she didn't want to look away for a moment.

She gently turned her head and whispered to Amy, "Brother Xiaoyan is now a completely refined scholar; there's not a trace of acting in him. He's amazing."

Aimi nodded repeatedly, muttering in admiration, "Shen Qingci is like a noble young master who stepped out of an ancient painting; his demeanor and lines are impeccable!"

The two little girls huddled together, occasionally whispering praises, their eyes filled with admiration.

Dilraba glanced at the two of them and couldn't help but laugh and tease them, "You two, tone it down a bit. The person in question is sitting right next to you, and your infatuation is written all over your faces."

Yukino lowered her head shyly with an embarrassed smile. Amy stuck out her tongue, secretly glanced at Gu Zhiyan beside her, and then hurriedly turned her gaze back to continue watching the drama.

Oh my, how come Xiao Yan is so handsome!