So what if I work with celebrities?

As the two most popular directors at this year's Golden Horse Awards, Hsu Tsan and Liu Chia-chang sat in the same row, with only five seats between them.

The two didn't have much of a relationship and were even in equal competitive positions. Liu Jiachang once said that if he had known China Film Group had a large investment, he wouldn't have been in such a hurry to make "Plum Blossom".

"Xu Zan is talented, but he's relatively young. His grasp of this type of film is definitely not as accurate as mine. I believe he will achieve great things in the future!"

When Liu Jiachang was interviewed by the media, he spoke politely, but anyone with common sense could tell that he was not convinced.

Xu Zan noticed the empty seat next to him. Teresa Teng hadn't arrived as promised. She had been busy with work since their last phone call and couldn't make the time.

If she does win the Golden Horse Award for Best Actress, please have Hsu Tsan come on stage to accept the award on her behalf.

Xu Zan certainly knew that the Golden Horse Award for Best Actress was such an important event, which actor would miss it?

Teresa Teng lacked confidence in herself and didn't think "Strange Girl" could win an award. She figured that if she came, the host would just use it as an opportunity to tease her, so she might as well not show up at all.

Ding Maoshi was still interacting with the celebrities on stage, saying, "The competition for Best Director this year is very fierce, as they are all well-known directors that we are familiar with."

"When I first heard of Liu Jiachang, he was just a small-time singer. Now he's become the godfather of music and a renowned director in Taiwan. His latest film, 'Plum Blossom,' tells the story of the people of Taiwan fighting against the Japanese, which is very fitting..."

At this moment, the CTV camera was pointed at Hsu Tsan's face, seemingly to see his reaction, but Hsu maintained a smile throughout.

It's like listening to a good story.

On the other side, Li Xing was chatting and laughing with Bai Jingrui beside him, completely ignoring the situation.

The photographer, having clearly failed to achieve his goal, turned his lens on Liu Jiachang, who was wearing sunglasses and had a serious expression, giving off an air of arrogance.

"Alright, enough with the small talk. Ladies and gentlemen, after several days of voting, the Best Director result is in my hands."

"In today's rapidly developing film industry, it is not only art, but also a means to express people's inner moral demands and meet the expectations of the general public."

"Miss Granny uses cutting-edge filming techniques and a clever story to connect the memories of three generations."

"The Legend of the Blue Sky is a classic adaptation of Qiong Yao's novel. We once again witnessed director Li Xing's talent, with his delicate emotional expression and smooth storyline..."

"The winner of Best Director is... I'll take a sip of water," Ding Maoshi joked, amusing the celebrities in the audience.

Congratulations to Zhang Peicheng for his role in "Wolf Fang Pass"!

Zhang Peicheng stood up and waved to the audience in several directions. Then, with steady steps, he walked onto the stage to receive the trophy and gave his acceptance speech.

"Wolf Fang" tells the story of underground workers and can be seen as a counter-version of mainland spy films, but the story is set during the Northern Expedition.

Next up was the award for Outstanding Feature Film. Hsu Tsan went on stage with five directors to receive their awards, including Li Hsing for "Blue Sky," Zhang Che for "Eight Paths to the Tower," and Zhang Peicheng for "Wolf Fang Pass"...

It's clear that the main theme makes up half of it.

The Best Supporting Actor award went to Lang Xiong for "Wolf Fang Pass". All the nominated films were excellent dramas, and Lang Xiong had two. He was also the actor who played the son in "Miss Strange".

"The Best Supporting Actress award goes to... Sylvia Chang, for *The Clouds of Blue*!"

Sylvia Chang suddenly stood up, smiling broadly. After shaking hands with those around her, she walked onto the stage, holding the trophy, and said, "Thank you to the judging panel, thank you to Director Li Xing..."

She even waved the trophy in Xu Zan's direction.

Xu Zan felt somewhat helpless, as if he had been set up. The higher-ups were intentionally trying to cool him down, probably out of pity for him, which is why they gave him a Best Feature Film award, while he had been a runner-up in other awards.

The Best Actor award went to an actor named Chang Feng. The film "Fragrant Flowers and Poisonous Weeds" is also a war film, which features a fictional character who is a high-ranking Communist cadre and spans historical periods such as the cooperation between the Chinese and the United States, the Xi'an Incident, and the Sino-Japanese War.

Finally, it fell into that decade, which was like making dumplings specifically for a dish of vinegar.

It was only then that Xu Zan realized why the host was Ding Maoshi; this person was not from any television station, but a foreign affairs official.

"Damn it, they have no sportsmanship!" he thought to himself.

Ding Maoshi held up the card and said, "Best Actress, the nominated films are Hsu Feng in 'The Assassin'; Sylvia Chang in 'Plum Blossom'; Teresa Teng in 'Miss Granny'; and Brigitte Lin in 'Maple Leaf Love'."

"They are all excellent films, but there can only be one Best Actress. It's so hard to choose!" he joked.

"The Assassin" is directed by Tu Chung-hsun and stars Hsu Feng, Pai Ying, and Shih Chun. Because "A Touch of Zen" won an award at Cannes last year, which is considered a great honor for Taiwan, the lead actors have become top stars.

Lin Qingxia needs no introduction; she is currently the most popular leading lady in Chinese-speaking art-house romance films, and the audience's affection for her is somewhat beyond imagination.

However, as the scandal escalated, things became increasingly uncertain.

"Who do you think it will be?" Ding Maoshi asked knowingly. "The Best Actress award at the 13th Golden Horse Awards is... Ms. Teresa Teng!"

The big screen played Teresa Teng singing in the movie, seemingly pulling people back to the old Shanghai.

Xu Zan took a deep breath, walked onto the podium, held the trophy, and said with a smile:

"Ms. Teresa Teng entrusted me to accept the award on her behalf, not because she disrespected the Golden Horse Awards. She was very grateful to the Golden Horse Organizing Committee, so of course, I won't say thank you!"

"Teresa Teng was very talented and intelligent, and she grew rapidly during the filming of this production. On behalf of Ms. Teresa Teng, I would like to thank everyone for their support!"

In the end, the Best Feature Film award went to "Plum Blossom." Liu Jiachang stood on the stage, very excited, his voice was a little shaky, and he thanked everyone from top to bottom.

At 10:30 p.m., the awards ceremony came to an end, and the directors and stars, laden with their achievements, left happily.

Countless magazines worked through the night to write articles, publishing firsthand news about the Golden Horse Awards on the front page of tomorrow's newspapers and magazines—it was a money-making opportunity.

Hsu Tsan and Liu Chia-chang shook hands; the two were merely competitors and had no private conflicts.

Congratulations, Director Liu!

"Mr. Xu, I have high hopes for you! Really, I know Teresa Teng. She was a great singer, but she was a novice at acting. The fact that you were able to teach her in such a short time shows your skill." Liu Jiachang said, holding his hand.

Hu Yinmeng came over and called him Crazy Liu. The two chatted warmly, clearly familiar friends.

Brigitte Lin and Sylvia Chang also came over, especially the latter, who was holding a Golden Horse Award trophy. "Brother Zan, see that? From now on, if you're making movies, you won't regret it!"

"Brother Zan!" Brigitte Lin stood there with a smile on her face, like a fairy in the snow, so beautiful that people dared not approach her.

"Wait until I have a good script. I've been too busy lately and a bit restless, so I can't calm down to write." Xu Zan clapped the Best Actress award trophy in her hand like a baseball bat.

"I know you're amazing, okay?" Zhang Aijia rolled her eyes.

Lin Qingxia borrowed it and carefully looked at the Best Actress trophy. She felt very envious, as she had never won a Golden Horse Award in all these years.

She did receive a nomination this year, but ultimately didn't win Best Actress.

After chatting for a while, more and more people gathered around, and they had to leave.

As soon as Xu Zan stepped out of the venue, she saw Xiao Hei and Guo Suying pacing around, as if something big had happened.

Guo Suying's legs were a little weak as she walked. She shouted urgently, "Brother Zan, Brother Zan, something terrible has happened! 'The Eight Hundred Heroes' has been stolen!"