Huayu 02: The Days of Extreme Pulling and Rolling with the Fairy

After signing the contract, Xie Jin was still chatted with by Lao Song for a long time.

Old Song got more and more excited as they talked and insisted on arranging some drinks that evening, vaguely wanting to discuss the future financial arrangements with Xie Jin.

Xie Jin was not opposed to this, after all, Song Ke's company was relatively more humane, unlike Rongxinda which was a beast.

But her body couldn't take it anymore. The more Xie Jin listened, the lighter her feet felt. Her hands were numb with sleepiness, and she felt like her soul was leaving her body.

Stepping out of the building with the contract in her hand, Xie Jin finally felt at ease.

Warner Music's reputation in the industry speaks for itself. I'm confident in this album, and Song Ke is even more confident.

This can be considered as stepping onto the last shadow of the golden age of records.

Half of the pressure in my heart was relieved, and I felt so weak that I couldn't take another step. I randomly opened a hotel nearby, collapsed onto the bed, and slept like the dead.

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When people are pushed to the brink, they often unleash tremendous potential.

Although Xie Jin cannot yet be described as being cornered.

But for a young person in their early twenties, the media's disdain and ridicule are not very hurtful but extremely insulting.

The following week

Warner Music was very efficient. After signing the contract, Xie Jin spent a few days in the studio at Warner Music to work on the album in detail.

The supporting factories started production of posters, materials, and records.

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Taibei-Shilin Night Market - Large Intestine Noodles

"Boss, turn on the TV! Don't try to save electricity!"

The old man cooking noodles smiled and turned on the television.

Watch "Variety Big Brother" on CTV (China Television System).

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On TV, host Fei Ge exclaimed dramatically, "Gossip Investigation Court, now in session! Honduras, what exciting and interesting news do you have for our friends today?"

Honduras, with the exaggerated expression characteristic of Taiyu, said, "Brother Fei, do you know which of the new mainland actors has the most gossip lately?"

Fei Ge shook his head in agreement, while Honduras said with a reproachful look, "How old-fashioned! Have you heard of Xie Jin, the mainland actor? He's Bai Xiuzhu's first on-screen boyfriend!"

"Xie Jin? Never heard of her? Is she a newcomer?"

The screen then switched to Xie Jin's profile, initially showing photos from the Berlin awards ceremony.

It gradually started to feel off, with negative news about everything from the music to the new film.

"Brother Fei, do you think mainland directors have a good chance of winning against Hollywood? Do you think it's reasonable for mainland print media to speculate that his new film will struggle to break 200 million at the box office?"

Zhang Fei feigned hesitation: "I can only say that your courage is commendable. To be honest, Americans are unmatched in the film industry. Mainland Chinese films are still those old-fashioned rural films, aren't they?"

"If I were to bet on the outcome, I'd give him 10%, a 10/90 split. I'd bet 3 million on the box office."

"Brother Fei, that's so exaggerated!"

The two exchanged knowing glances, their expressions a mix of teasing and wistful remark.

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While CTV and other entertainment news outlets were discussing gossip...

Tonight, Xie Jin and Liu Yifei appeared on Tianjin TV's music program "Popular Garden".

Although it can't compare to Enlight Media's "Music Billboard," "Meteor Garden" is definitely a sought-after resource.

With strong ratings and wide audience reach, it's a very powerful program.

This segment is the first step in the simultaneous promotion of the album and the movie!

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Liu Yifei had just finished her makeup backstage and was waiting in the dressing room.

Not long after, Xie Jin also came in.

Miss Liu glanced at Xie Jin, who had finished her makeup and styling, and pursed her lips slightly. She then stole another glance and said, "Tsk tsk tsk, you look so presentable. I didn't expect you to actually look good when you're all dressed up."

Xie Jin straightened his cuffs and glanced at the seemingly disingenuous Liu girl. "Don't be tempted. We're half-siblings, there's no way we can be together."

"Get lost, you perverted catfish! You toady brat, you want stewed goose!"

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Little Liu got up, tiptoed to the doorway with her skirt tucked in, glanced around to make sure her mom wasn't there, and then secretly pulled out two raccoon toys. "Hey, Xie Gouzi, do you want some?"

Xie Jin looked at the instant noodles with a puzzled expression.

"No, didn't you just eat one pack in the car? Where did you get two more packs from?"

Miss Liu rolled her eyes: "Hey, I'm only sixteen. I'm still growing. Eat it or don't, it's up to you."

Xie Jin handed over a packet of "Don't you know that eating alone will rot your feet?" and joined her in her evil ways.

Miss Liu began crunching on her instant noodles, carefully examining the Water Margin cards inside.

"Wang Ying, the short-legged tiger? Here, he looks just like you, so I'll give him to you."

Xie Jin also pulled out a card: "This one looks like you, I'm giving it to you."

Xiao Liu took it and saw it was the shrewish Sun Erniang. He angrily pinched Xie Jin, "Xie Gouzi, are you asking for a beating?!"

After scolding Xie Jin, Miss Liu leaned over and poked him with her finger, whispering, "Hey... the creditor wants to discuss something with you."

"put"

Miss Liu blinked her big, watery eyes and clasped her hands together. "When we sing the duet later, you're not allowed to sing too well, or I'll look silly... If I forget the lyrics, save me!"

Xie Jin looked at her with a half-smile: "Instead of strengthening yourself, you'd rather drag others down, right?"

Miss Liu grinned, showing her small teeth: "That's right, that's right."

Who is Little Bean the Shorty Tiger?

Miss Liu nodded obediently, "Me, me, me, look how short my legs are, I'm a little bean."

"Then bark once."

Without any hesitation, Miss Liu barked.

"Fine, you're really good at being flexible. I'm scared of you."

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演播厅

The host, Cheng Qian, made a dazzling entrance. The more than 300 guests in the studio were all college students and friends of the production staff, all young people.

"Welcome to 'Meteor Garden,' friends! I'm your host, Cheng Qian! Today, we've invited two special guests to our show."

"One of them is already familiar to everyone from 'The Story of a Noble Family,' and the other's singing voice is probably familiar to everyone too!"

The lights went out, and the spotlight slowly converged on the entrance to the passageway.

Miss Liu, clinging to Xie Jin's arm, whispered, "It's too salty... It's all your fault for not stopping me."

"Serves you right! There's water from the sponsors on stage; you can drink it slowly later. Consider it a way of giving the sponsors a break."

"The lights are on! Time to get ready to print the drawings."

Xiao Liu gently sucked in her full belly and started drawing!

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The moment the spotlight shone on her, Xie Jin knew her counterattack had begun.

Every detail tonight was carefully designed by myself, from Ms. Liu's long dress to my own small cufflink.

It's time to use your looks to boost box office sales.

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Xie Jin's look today is quite unusual in the current entertainment industry.

Popular singers still prefer visually striking looks.

People who wear denim vests with bare chests, or leather jackets and big iron chains, have unconventional and exaggerated styles.

Anyway, it's a bit unconventional...

Today, Xie was wearing a sharp black wool suit, his strong muscles making the suit bulge slightly.

Her cool, aloof eyes and eyebrows complemented her silk shirt.

The shirt clung to his chest muscles, and with two buttons undone, a hint of his wild chest muscles could be seen.

It's quite different from the hairstyles popular in the Chinese entertainment industry in 03.

These days, popular artists love to wear long hair that covers half their face, and it's even better if it covers half of one eye.

For example, Huang Xiaoming's tuft of yellow hair, Gu Juji's yellow-brown rooster comb, and F4's smooth, slanted bangs.

But today, Xie Jin slightly pulled her hair back, revealing her clean forehead.

Pairing it with a suit is a common look for top male stars at the Weibo Night event after 2020.

Abstinence, aloofness, and wildness.

A style that would be common twenty years from now is something few people would try now.

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The girls in the audience exchanged glances, covered their mouths and gasped. Looking at the handsome man and beautiful woman in front of them, they felt as if they had eaten something exquisite.

They're all singers, but they're not in the same league as Sun Nan, Hu Yanbin, or Liu Huan...

How come I never noticed before that there's this abstinence-themed snack...?

What's wrong with the buttons on your shirt? Either unbutton them all, or don't unbutton them at all.

What do you mean by showing a little bit of skin?

Playing hard to get?

You scoundrel, you've caught our attention!

The moment Cheng Qian saw them, he knew the ratings were guaranteed tonight; this look was definitely going to be featured in the promotional materials...