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

This celebrity observation room doesn't need many guests; three will suffice.

But these three had to offer low prices, be interesting, and ideally have some fame...

There are many suitable people, but unfortunately the budget doesn't allow it. Let's choose the best among the worst.

After much deliberation, Xie Jin concluded that Huang Bo was a must-have, as he was currently enjoying a surge in popularity.

Moreover, the variety shows produced by their own company will definitely prioritize their own employees.

This guy has high emotional intelligence and a quick mind; with him around, nothing ever gets out of hand.

Thinking of this, Xie Jin sent a text message and immediately asked Huang Bo to fly to Hangzhou.

At the same time, he made a phone call to Qiao Shan.

"What are you doing?"

There was a rustling sound on the other end of the phone, and I could vaguely hear someone asking what kind of project they wanted to work on.

Qiao Shan's voice was extremely nervous: "Brother, I'm in pain, come out and get a back massage... really."

"Get lost! You're a complete liar! Every time I call you, you're either getting a foot massage or washing your hair!"

"How can you be so addicted? Let me tell you, this is how I found you. If it were Renlong, you'd be ready to be blacklisted!"

Shanzi was terrified: "Brother, I really didn't do anything, you have to believe me! Juanjuan, you have to vouch for me."

An elderly woman on the other end of the phone spoke in a hoarse, raspy voice: "Young man... everything here is purely organic... Juanjuan isn't that kind of person."

That shout completely shut Xie Jin up...

"Alright, alright, I believe you now, ma'am, give him the phone."

"Call her Juanjuan"

  

"Aunt Juan... Aunt Juan, please give him the phone."

Qiao Shan was thrilled: "Brother, is it finally my turn to work... Ouch, go easy on me!"

"This is the kidney meridian... young man, are you...?"

"Don't interrupt! I'm on the phone."

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Xie Jin had actually planned this for a while, and the producers would hold open auditions for 6 out of the 8 ordinary people.

Two are chosen by themselves; two are skilled actors, intelligent, and capable of controlling people.

I have a good idea of ​​how the show is going.

Since Qiao Shan hasn't debuted yet, he can still be considered an ordinary person. It's better to keep the benefits within the family.

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"The company has just invested in a variety show, about four men and four women dating. Didn't you always brag about being a 'friend of women' and a walking hormone?"

"It's your turn to make your appearance."

Shanzi rolled over, her fat jiggling with excitement: "Brother, just you wait and see! I'll show you what it means to be the dream of nine hundred million girls! I'll show you what it means to be the epitome of ***incestuous**!"

The old woman covered her face, exclaiming, "Oh dear! What are you saying, young man? I'm so ashamed I can't live anymore..."

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"Don't get excited, Shanzi. This is a pure love, positive energy program for men and women to connect and communicate, and it's going to be broadcast on a respectable TV station. It's not about asking you to go to Japan to develop your career."

"Huh? You're not taking it off... You got all excited for nothing... It's okay, I look pretty decent with my clothes on."

Xie Jin felt her blood pressure was a little high... and rubbed her temples.

"I'm one spot short. Do you have any recommendations? Something top-notch, obedient, and able to work well with you."

Qiao Shan pondered for a long time: "Brother, there really is one."

"I have a friend, we used to sing together in bars a lot. Now he's an intern editor at Sohu, and he can definitely earn 800 a month."

"His name is Dong Chengpeng..."

"Say your name again!"

Dong Chengpeng

Xie Jin took a moment to react.

It must be Dapeng. He should have just started working at Sohu and will begin producing "Dapeng's Ramblings" next year.

Dapeng is a good fit. Let's get him in our hands, spend a little money next year, and let him create his own "Men's Diary" magazine.

Since you've recommended him, let him fly to Hangzhou with you.

Qiao Shan was surprised that Xie Jin valued him so much, agreeing to use the person he recommended without even asking: "Brother, don't worry, I'll get him there right away."

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Ordinary people are easy to find, but we're short two celebrity observers. With such a small amount of money, who can we ask?

It seems there really is someone suitable...

"Senior brother, are you busy?"

Upon hearing Xie Jin's voice, Jia Nailiang quickly got up: "Oh, the big director is calling? Of course I'm not busy!"

"How about you try your hand at a variety show?"

"You did this?"

"Yes"

"Of course I have to go, what's there to say?"

At this moment, Jia Nailiang can be considered to be enjoying a small moment of success.

In 2003, he starred in "The Legend of the Tang Dynasty" and had just finished working with Alec Su on "The Generals of the Yang Family". He played Yang Yanzhao, the sixth son of Yang family. Although "The Generals of the Yang Family" has not been broadcast yet, there have been many reports about its promotion.

This would be considered a mid-stage third-tier powerhouse, with the potential to advance to the peak of the third tier at any time.

"I have to say this upfront: the exposure is no problem, but the pay is very little."

"Hey, let's not talk about money. What I need right now is exposure. Just provide meals."

Of the three guests, Huang Bo and Jia Nailiang are both outgoing and very talkative.

What I'm lacking right now is a woman, preferably someone with a delicate touch.

I'm so worried...who can I turn to?

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Da Peng and Qiao Shan arrived very quickly. The two stood in Xie Jin's guest room, and Da Peng grabbed Qiao Shan.

"Old Joe, is this reliable...? Your boss is such a big shot, is he just saying it offhand?"

Qiao Shan rolled his eyes and patted his chest: "What, you don't believe me? Let me tell you, our boss is very optimistic about you. As soon as I said you could do it, they didn't even ask you for any information."

"Don't worry, let's go. Besides, with your talent, what's the point of that lousy job at Sohu that pays 800 yuan?"

This was Xie Jin's first time meeting Da Peng.

Dong Chengpeng wore glasses, was not tall, and looked very refined, but he was somewhat awkward.

For some reason, Xie Jin wanted to laugh whenever she saw the two of them standing together, even though they hadn't said a word.

"Hello Director Xie, thank you for giving me this opportunity."

"Sit down, no need to be so polite, you two are a good match."

Qiao Shan winked at Da Peng: "We're just kidding you, our boss doesn't eat people."

"Juanjuan told me you have kidney problems? How about I get you some Rehmannia pills? My company will reimburse it."

Qiao Shan chuckled awkwardly, "Brother, have some decency, give me some."

"Okay, at least you know how to be shy."

After exchanging a few brief pleasantries, Xie Jin handed over the booklet.

"These are some rules for this variety show. You two can be as creative as you like, just don't violate public order and good morals."

Da Peng looked at it for a long time, then blushed and said, "Director Xie, I have no experience in dating."

Qiao Shan blurted out, "You're talking nonsense, stop bluffing!"

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Variety shows have very high requirements for timeliness; they need to start airing in mid-July.

All preparations were completed by working overtime.

Xie Jin reviewed the voting list of ordinary people and, objectively speaking, it was quite good.

The four female guests included a fashion designer and a wealthy young woman who had just graduated from university.

The remaining two are self-employed: one owns a cake shop, and the other is a female lawyer.

Judging from the photos, she is bright and beautiful, and can be considered a beauty.

Apart from the two people arranged by Xie Jin.

The remaining two male guests are a motorcycle shop owner and a boxing gym owner, and both of them look very sunny and handsome.

But for some reason, Xie Jin had a premonition that these two were unlikely to succeed in competing with Da Peng and Qiao Shan...

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Xie Jin only gets a lot of exposure when promoting her dramas or attending events.

They are usually in a state of disappearance.

The main reason is that I feel work is work and life is life, and there's no need to constantly find people to create news and keep the topic trending.

But sometimes, you can't just find peace and quiet whenever you want.

Since its premiere, "Hard to Coax" has achieved a viewership rating of over 4%.

His giant hamster began to appear frequently in newspapers and on various programs.

Even brick-and-mortar cake shops have started making the Sangyan cake featured in the drama.

This morning, the Southern Metropolis Daily and several other newspapers started reporting new news, demanding a re-evaluation of the four most popular young male stars.

It seems like there are some substandard products among these four.

It seems like I'm getting a lot of attention...

In the early 00s, there were two opinions in the selection of the first generation of "Four Little Fresh Meat" actors. The first opinion was that Lu Yi, Chen Kun, Li Yapeng, and Hu Bin were the four most popular actors.

However, some media outlets strongly supported Brother Bean, so Huang Lei briefly replaced Chen Kun for a period of time.

In 02, Beiping Oriental Charm Network, Beiping TV Weekly, Shanghai TV, and Guangdong TV Weekly held another selection.

This time, Chen Kun went back, and Hu Bin came down.

By early 04, the topic of the "Four Little Heavenly Kings" was once again hotly debated, resulting in two versions of the story, with neither side able to convince the other.

Huang Xiaoming, Tong Dawei, Nie Yuan, and Yin Xiaotian, as selected by print media, have become the new "Four Little Fresh Meat".

Sina chose Chen Kun, Tong Dawei, Nie Yuan, and Xia Yu.

Only half a year has passed, and the topic of the "Four Little Fresh Meat" has started to resurface.