Huayu 1999: Starting with nothing but getting something for nothing

Guo Xiaoyue fell silent, and Yang Che didn't say anything more either. The road to ideological reform was still long, and it was far from the time to deny and suppress.

Of course, if your assistant keeps calling you by your first name, even if they have the ability and resources, you'll get tired of it after a while.

Yang Che didn't really care what Guo Xiaoyue's core purpose was in coming to his side; he only cared about what she could give him.

He would never sleep with her anyway. Even if she were naked in front of him, he wouldn't feel any desire. Just like Yu Min, after she subtly revealed her feelings and family background, Yang Che immediately put away all his messy thoughts.

The next day arrived in the blink of an eye.

Yang Che appeared on the set of "The Grand Mansion" in Wuxi Three Kingdoms City. He sat in his director's chair, watching Guo Baochang and Dong Dabao talk about lighting. Although the first scene was shot indoors, they wanted the feeling of midday.

There were also people carrying videotape cameras and filming nearby, but they weren't reporters; they were part of a behind-the-scenes/interview/documentary arranged by Liu Chang.

The production crew did not accept any media interviews or visits during filming; it was a completely closed-off operation.

A moment later, the camera focused on Second Master Bi Yanjun, who had just changed his clothes.

"I play Master Bai, a difficult character to portray. He has few lines and doesn't do much physical action, but he sees many things very clearly in his mind, yet he can't say them..."

Then the camera focused on a child, Bai Jingqi, who is one year old. He is the grandson of the deputy director of the Wuxi Cultural Bureau. His name is Cancan. He is one year and five months old. He is very festive and cute, and he makes everyone happy.

Du Yulu, who plays Master Bai, is teasing the little guy.

However, the first scene filmed today wasn't the one about drinking soy milk, but rather Bai Jingqi's first birthday celebration.

Yang Che had also broadened his horizons; it was extremely elaborate. The cloth used for the baby's first birthday celebration had seals, scriptures from Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, as well as a pen, ink, paper, inkstone, knife, gourd, abacus, coins, account books, food, and toys.

Nothing less.

At this moment, Li Xiangdong looked at the set-up filming location and couldn't help but ask in a low voice, "Brother Che, if the child grabs the pastry and that toy, what does it mean?"

Guo Xiaoyue couldn't help but prick up her ears.

Yang Che paused for a moment: "This means the child is blessed, will never have to worry about food and drink for the rest of his life, and knows how to enjoy life to the fullest."

The two suddenly realized, "That's right, how could you say in this situation, 'This child will only be good for eating, drinking, and having fun from now on'?"

When a bowl of longevity noodles was served, the Bai family took their seats. Guo Baochang sat back in his director's chair, opened his mouth, but was momentarily speechless.

A flood of thoughts rushed into my mind, and my nose tingled again.

Guo Baochang turned to look at the young man beside him, only to see that he was also looking at him with a smile.

Guo Baochang nodded, looked at everyone, picked up the megaphone, stood up and shouted, "I hereby announce that filming for 'The Grand Mansion Gate' has officially begun!"

The stagehand immediately set off.

But instead of following the script to grab the knife, Bai Jingqi inexplicably headed towards the gourd that symbolized becoming a doctor.

Can Can's mother, who was temporarily playing the role of a maid, panicked. She had told her son several times that he had been holding a knife, but for some reason, he had gone to the gourd again.

However, she didn't move because the director hadn't called "cut".

Guo Baochang was taken aback at first, but when he saw the young actor grab the gourd, he couldn't help but laugh before calling for a stop.

Yang Che chuckled, "It's all in the dark."

They immediately reshot the scene. After a long discussion between Can Can's mother and son, the scene went smoothly this time.

With that, filming of "The Grand Mansion Gate" officially began. Watching these actors perform was indeed enjoyable, but something just felt off...

Yang Che did not participate in the creation, but he was not idle either, as CCTV sent people over in the afternoon.

Guo Baochang didn't have time to deal with it, so Yang Che had to step in.

"Mr. Zhao, how is 'The Smiling, Proud Wanderer' going?"

Yes, "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer" was also filmed in Wuxi, thanks to CCTV's investment.

Zhao Huayong's lips twitched: "It's a bit difficult, but it's alright. Sigh, whether you invest or not, it's all good."

Clearly, this person is still feeling regretful.

He had always been a strong advocate for investing in "The Grand Mansion Gate" at CCTV, but the leaders wanted to study it. Study my ass!

"Hehe, Mr. Zhao, I hope you can say something then. Mr. Bao still wants this show to air on CCTV-1."

"If you ask for less, I'll definitely speak up for you."

Yang Che said with a righteous expression, "I definitely won't ask for more."

"......"

the next day.

Yang Che arrived at the "Swordsman" film crew in Water Margin City and immediately saw reporters carrying cameras as soon as he got out of the car.

Damn it, Zhang Da Huzi, he really doesn't miss out on even the slightest bit of news buzz.

In an instant, Yang Che walked towards the film set with a smile.

"Yang Che, are you here to visit the set? Whose set are you visiting?"

Yang Che smiled: "Producer Zhang, we're practically from the same hometown."

"Is it true that you and Wang Fei will co-compose the theme song for 'The Smiling, Proud Wanderer'?"

Yang Che shook his head: "I don't know about this."

Why don't you like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon? Why...?

"Brothers, I'm here to visit the set of 'Swordsman,' we won't talk about anything else."

"We want to make a bet with you."

"Ha ha ha ha."

"Yang Che, who do you think better suits your image of Linghu Chong, Li Yapeng or Shao Bin?"

Yang Che laughed and said, "Actually, I think I'm more like Linghu Chong."

The reporter laughed.

Zhang Dahuzi, who came out to greet them, was delighted to see this scene. With his hair in a bun and dressed in theatrical costume, he put his arm around Yang Che's shoulder, and the two of them posed for photos like brothers.

"Producer Zhang, Yang Che says he's the most suitable candidate for Linghu Chong. What do you think?"

Zhang Dahuzi paused for a moment, thinking of his girlfriend Fan Xinman's evaluation of him.

"Hehe, Yang Che is the real-life Linghu Chong, but he lacks acting experience, otherwise I would definitely consider him."

Yang Che just smiled.

When pressed by reporters, Zhang Dahuzi only said that Yang Che was like Linghu Chong who had mastered the Dugu Nine Swords, possessing extraordinary talent, and said nothing more.

Besides this, Fan Xinman also said: Yang Che and Linghu Chong both share the spirit of "Laughing at the world," but in terms of thought, they are like Linghu Chong who has suffered internal injuries, full of contradictions.

This is what Fan Xinman said when she finished drafting the proposal for the "Touching China" program; she had realized it.

Fan Xinman was unwilling to believe that Yang Che, with his exceptional talent, was materialistic, and even less willing to believe that he was full of cunning and calculating schemes. She preferred to believe that Yang Che was conflicted and helpless. And she was particularly inclined to believe this.

Afterwards, they went to the film set together, which made Yang Che feel comfortable. He understood why he felt uncomfortable in "The Grand Mansion Gate". It was mainly because the melon-shaped hats, long robes and mandarin jackets of the Qing Dynasty were too ugly, not to mention the makeup.

Looking at Zhang Da Huzi's outfit, you can tell which scene they're filming.

He plays Wang Yuanba, Lin Pingzhi's maternal grandfather, known as "Invincible Golden Saber." His role involves the group from Mount Hua arriving in Luoyang, where Wang Yuanba greets them, tests Linghu Chong during the meal, and then tries to matchmake Lin Pingzhi and Yue Lingshan...