Huayu: Starting from an Unemployed Male Model

"Teacher Wei, Teacher Zhang, you can stand together and take a few sets of photos later," photographer Chen Lai said, explaining the arrangements for the upcoming shoot.

Wei Jun knew before filming that the two had a collaboration on magazine pages. Yang Hua told him that Xitian Films wanted to exchange resources with his studio, wanting to exchange a role in "Martial Universe" for his collaboration with Zhang Tianai on magazine pages.

Wei Jun agreed to Xitian's offer of a replacement, but did not want the role in "Martial Universe". He wanted Xitian to help him get connected with Enlight Media.

In June of this year, Enlight Media spent 60 million yuan to purchase a 10% stake in Xitian Media. Combined with Huace's acquisition of a 5% stake, with so many powerful film and television companies joining, Xitian's strength is becoming increasingly formidable.

Wei Jun's studio can't rely on Yang Hua's cousin's connections to develop; they have to build their own network. That's how the entertainment industry works—you help me, and I help you.

Zhang Tianai is quite popular. In early October, besides Li Lin, she was one of the most popular actresses in the Chinese entertainment industry. Her movie is still showing and has grossed hundreds of millions of yuan. As the second female lead, her character is well-developed and attracts many fans. She has effectively gained exposure and is a successful second female lead.

After signing with Xitian Media, her career skyrocketed, with roles in films and television series such as *I Belonged to You*, *Legend of the Naga Pearls*, *Father and Son*, and *The Founding of an Army*.

Unfortunately, most of her films were bad, and the characters she played were mediocre. She didn't get any exposure and wasted her fame and public image.

Zhang Tianai has a heroic appearance and is most suitable for playing the role of a female general, but she just can't come across good scripts of this type.

The three of them were chatting about the upcoming shoot in the studio, completely unaware that the transparent sphere above their heads was swaying precariously. Suddenly, the rope suspending the transparent sphere broke for no apparent reason, and the sphere crashed straight down on Zhang Tianai's head, who was in the middle of the three.

Wei Jun reacted quickly, raising his right hand and waving it upwards to try and knock the ball away. However, he used too much force, and the loose opening on the ball was opened, causing the colored paper inside to fall down rapidly like a torrential rain.

Zhang Tianai then realized what was happening, and called out, but in an instant she and Wei Jun were engulfed in confetti.

She noticed that Wei Jun had blocked all the dangers, and what fell was just confetti. She wasn't angry at all; in fact, being a little lovestruck, she found it quite romantic.

The scene of the two dressed in their finest attire being engulfed in confetti was just like the wedding ceremony where the bride and groom pass through confetti. The man calmly and nonchalantly swatted the confetti away without raising his eyebrows, while the woman smiled and looked up at him.

Yang Chaoyue recorded this scene in its entirety. There was no panic in her eyes, only envy for this romantic moment.

The staff on site then realized what was happening, their faces filled with panic, and rushed forward to check if the two were injured. If someone was injured and word got out, the brand would be furious, and the entire team might lose their jobs, and the brand would suffer a huge impact.

This is going to make headlines.

The staff breathed a sigh of relief when they found that no one was injured. As long as everyone was alright, that was all that mattered. They then praised Wei Jun for his quick reaction and handsome appearance.

Upon hearing the news, the magazine's editor-in-chief rushed over, bowed to the two men to apologize, and then scolded the props team.

Looking at the chaotic scene, Wei Jun couldn't help but sigh. This world is really a makeshift operation. What seems like a very professional and prestigious profession is actually just so-so. Perhaps there are some people who are just trying to get by and temporary workers in it.

The editor-in-chief asked Wei Jun and the other person to rest aside, and had the staff clean up the scene before resuming filming.

The shoot will have to go on, and we won't give up because of these "small things". Venue fees and labor costs are nothing to big brand magazines. The most important thing is time. It takes time to rent a new venue, it takes time to rebuild the shooting team, and we also have to coordinate with the celebrities' schedules.

The staff brought them two glasses of water to quench their thirst.

"Teacher Wei, thank you for earlier." Zhang Tianai held the disposable cup in both hands, took a small sip, and glanced at him with her big eyes.

"You're welcome. I'm sure anyone else would have realized it."

Wei Jun was physically fit and quick-witted, and could have easily pulled her away. However, he noticed that the object above them was a lightweight, transparent ball filled with colored paper, posing no real danger. In addition, Zhang Tianai was wearing a slit skirt, and pulling her away would inevitably involve too much movement, potentially resulting in her exposing herself.

When female celebrities accidentally expose themselves, it becomes a black mark, and they can be attacked by haters and rivals until their careers stagnate. Zhang Tianai has received so many film and television resources that she has unknowingly offended other actresses in the industry.

Wei Jun had no grudge against her and would not harm her.

After saying that, Wei Jun ignored her and waved to Yang Chaoyue. He had noticed that his assistant had been filming, and since he had some free time, he wanted to see what she had filmed.

Yang Chaoyue came over excitedly and handed over the camera.

Wei Jun took it and started flipping through it, while Zhang Tianai curiously leaned over.

"Your assistant just happened to capture that moment on camera," Zhang Tianai exclaimed, covering her mouth. "Watching the video now, it feels strangely romantic."

Wei Jun glanced at her speechlessly, while Yang Chaoyue stared at her with wide eyes.

This silly girl, luckily it was colored paper. If it had been something dangerous, she would have been in big trouble. But if it had been something dangerous, Wei Jun would have dragged her away long ago.

Wei Jun hesitated about how to handle the video. It was indeed very well shot, and adding background music would make it even more interesting. He decided to edit and cut it down, keeping it without affecting the magazine, and then let the brand know before publishing it.

As for whether the magazine's brand is willing or not, that's not up to them, it's up to Wei Jun.

"I heard you're filming a vlog, can I be in the shot?" Zhang Tianai secretly observed Wei Jun's expression.

Wei Jun asked in surprise, "Why are you in the shot?"

Zhang Tianai chuckled, "This is fun! When netizens see me in your video, they'll definitely be surprised at how we met. It'll generate some buzz for us."

"Okay, if you're willing, then appear on camera," Wei Jun suddenly pointed the camera at Zhang Tianai, "and say hello."

Zhang Tianai paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Hello everyone..."

"Alright." Wei Jun put away the camera.

Zhang Tianai: "..."

Yang Chaoyue, who was standing to the side, covered her mouth and laughed.

Wei Jun ignored her and continued reviewing the video footage.

Zhang Tianai looked at the cold man in front of her with a bit of helplessness. She was a great beauty, you know. How many men wanted to talk to her?

About ten minutes later, the set was cleaned up again, and Wei Jun and Zhang Tianai resumed filming.

After filming, Wei Jun changed into several more outfits and continued filming until the shoot ended.

PARKING LOT.

Wei Jun was about to get in the car with Yang Chaoyue to go back when Zhang Tianai rushed over and asked if she could add him on WeChat.

Just as Wei Jun was about to refuse, a screen of light appeared in front of him.

[The system has detected the host's first contact with Zhang Tianai.]

[You have one chance to draw a keyword. Draw now?]

Wei Jun looked at the three terms in his mind and silently recited, "Extract."

Successfully selected "Martial Arts Specialist"

[Martial Arts Expertise: The host can master martial arts routines with ease, learning martial arts is as simple as drinking water, the movements are fluid and graceful, and the moves are standard and beautiful.]

Wei Jun's pupils contracted. He had found a treasure. He took back his words of refusal, immediately took out his phone, switched to his work number, and sent out a QR code for Zhang Tianai to add.

Zhang Tianai happily added the message, thanked Wei Jun, and watched his car leave the parking lot.