I became a movie star at the age of three; Dilraba and I are childhood sweethearts.

Despite this, there was not a trace of blame on Wang Jinhua's face.

She knew Xiao Chen's personality: if he was going to do something, he wouldn't do it at all; if he was going to do it, he would do it to the best of his ability.

With two classics in front of him, he would naturally want to grasp both.

"Okay, I'll go ask for you."

"Anyway, you've always been synonymous with 'impossible,' so what if?"

After saying that, she picked up her phone and dialed a number.

The person on the other end of the phone was clearly a high-ranking member of the Spring Festival Gala production team.

Wang Jinhua's voice immediately became professional, and her wording was impeccable.

"Boss, it's like this, Xiao Chen is very interested in both invitations to our Spring Festival Gala."

As she spoke, she glanced at Xiao Chen.

Xiao Chen winked at her, a mischievous smile in his eyes.

"He is a person who pursues art and has reverence for the stage."

Wang Jinhua lowered her voice slightly, revealing a seasoned and skillful ability to mediate.

"I really can't bear to give up any opportunity."

"So, if I may ask, is it possible... for me to participate in both?"

The person on the other end of the phone was clearly taken aback for a moment, then burst into a hearty laugh.

"Sister Hua, you're really joking!"

The other person's voice came through the receiver, sounding somewhat surprised.

"Appearing on two shows at the same time?"

"This is practically unprecedented!"

Wang Jinhua continued her persuasion at a leisurely pace.

"I know this is difficult, but you know Xiao Chen's influence."

"He has the ability and the energy."

"Moreover, his schedule is very full this year. We may have to turn down several overseas collaborations for the Spring Festival Gala."

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone.

Wang Jinhua knew that the other party was weighing the pros and cons.

An Oscar-winning actor and Grammy winner, he is a top-tier figure in terms of both national popularity and international influence.

His participation will undoubtedly be a huge boost to the Spring Festival Gala's viewership and influence.

Finally, a decisive voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Okay! Sister Hua, please double-check Xiao Chen's schedule. We'll do our best to coordinate!"

"To be honest, we originally thought Xiao Chen would decline to participate in this year's Spring Festival Gala due to scheduling conflicts!"

"We'd be thrilled if he even appeared on one show, let alone two!"

"As long as he's willing to come, everything is negotiable!"

After hanging up the phone, Wang Jinhua's tense expression finally relaxed.

She gave Xiao Chen an OK sign, her eyes filled with pride.

"Come on, you're just born lucky."

Wang Jinhua shook her head and chuckled.

"The Spring Festival Gala has given the green light. They said that as long as you're willing to come, anything is fine with you."

Xiao Chen simply smiled faintly.

He knew this would be the outcome.

It wasn't blind confidence, but rather the result of his past struggles that made him realize his current worth was enough to make anyone lower themselves.

"Thank you for your hard work, Aunt Hua."

Xiao Chen's tone was sincere.

He looked out the window; under the streetlights, vehicles flowed endlessly.

Tomorrow, he will embark on a new journey.

……

The next day, under Wang Jinhua's arrangement, Xiao Chen went directly to the set of "Chinese Paladin 3".

This fantasy world built within Hengdian World Studios is currently bustling with activity.

As soon as he arrived, the crew members all turned their heads to look at him.

Several young girls blushed.

In the film crew, Yang Mi, Tang Yan, and Liu Shishi had been waiting on set for quite some time.

When Xiao Chen appeared at the entrance of the film set, they all looked at him in unison.

Yang Mi was the first to see him.

"Xiao Chen!"

She waved her hand casually, her voice clear and bright.

"You've finally arrived!"

Ignoring the surprised looks from those around her, she walked straight toward Xiao Chen.

"Wow, Teacher Xiao, you're really putting on airs!"

Yang Mi walked up to Xiao Chen and raised her hand to pat his shoulder, but Xiao Chen nimbly dodged it.

She wasn't annoyed; she just pursed her lips.

Xiao Chen's lips curled slightly, his tone tinged with a smile.

"Hey kid, are you so eager for me to fail you?"

Yang Mi rolled her eyes, but couldn't hide the joy in them.

Anyway, she finally got to work in the same production team as Xiao Chen!

Tang Yan stood still, her gentle gaze falling on Xiao Chen.

After many years, her beautiful appearance has gained a touch of mature charm.

Upon seeing Xiao Chen's handsome face, Tang Yan's heart skipped a beat, and her cheeks involuntarily flushed a light pink.

She took a few steps forward gently, her voice as soft as a feather, speaking cautiously.

"Little brother Xiao Chen...it's been a long time."

She still remembers how she used to follow Xiao Chen around when she was in kindergarten.

Sometimes Xiao Chen would look up and call her Tang Yan in a soft, sweet voice.

At that time, she thought the little brother was really good-looking, like a porcelain doll.

Later, for him and for her own dream of becoming an actress, she resolutely applied to the Shanghai Theatre Academy.

Every time she saw news about him, she would secretly be happy for a long time.

Xiao Chen turned his head upon hearing the sound and looked at Tang Yan.

"Sister Tang Yan."

"It's been such a long time."

He remembered her; when they were little, she would always slip a handful of White Rabbit milk candies into his hand.

Liu Shishi, standing not far away, had sharp eyes and a cool, aloof demeanor.

She didn't greet him like Yang Mi did, nor did she show Tang Yan any tenderness or affection.

She simply stood there quietly, her gaze fixed on Xiao Chen.

From the moment he walked into the film crew, her eyes never left him.

She carefully observed his eyebrows and eyes, his expression, and the unique aura emanating from him.

Xiao Chen only noticed Liu Shishi's presence after he finished talking to Tang Yan.

He gave her a gentle smile.

Liu Shishi then took a few steps and walked over.

"have not seen you for a long time."

Her voice was cool and detached, devoid of any extra emotion, like a simple greeting.

Xiao Chen nodded slightly.

"Yes, it's been a long time."

He looked at her; the little girl he remembered who always stayed quietly by herself had now grown into a graceful young woman.

Liu Shishi didn't say much, and took another careful look at Xiao Chen.

Her gaze followed every detail, from the tips of his hair to the hem of his clothes.

On the surface, she was calm and even somewhat taciturn.

But inside her, a storm was brewing.

Xiao Chen.

That figure she had been silently chasing since childhood.

That was her sole purpose in entering the entertainment industry.

She watched him climb to the top step by step, becoming a movie star admired by thousands.

She worked hard step by step, hoping that one day she could stand shoulder to shoulder with him.

The boy opposite her was still as dazzling as she remembered.

No, he was even more intense than I remembered, as if a star had fallen to earth.

He could still stir her heart so easily, making all her calmness and aloofness vanish in that moment.

She only hoped that this reunion would bring her closer to him, and even closer still.