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

Xiao Chen was both amused and exasperated.

What can he think?

He remembered the friendship from their childhood, and he wasn't entirely unaware of their feelings when they reunited as adults.

But feelings aren't like buying cabbage at the market; you can't just pick one out and take it home.

He sighed, said nothing more, and silently packed up the thermos, expressing his attitude through his actions.

Seeing this, Ye Huimei knew her son's temper and that if she continued, the conversation would likely fall flat, so she snorted in annoyance.

"You blockhead!"

She turned her head and immediately put on a warm smile, taking the hands of Yang Mi and the other two.

"Ignore him, let's talk about our own things!"

"Honey, I watched the show you recently filmed, and I thought your acting was really good..."

"Tangtang, you've lost so much weight. School must be tough for you!"

"Shishi, how do you take care of your skin? Teach Auntie..."

In a corner of the set, the atmosphere warmed up again, but there was always a hint of disappointment mixed in with that warmth.

The girls' laughter was crisp and clear, but it never seemed to reach the ears of the boy who was engrossed in packing.

The filming of "Chinese Paladin 3" is proceeding smoothly.

A month passed in the blink of an eye.

During this period, Xiao Chen practically became the lifeline of the film crew.

Whether it's a high-difficulty wire stunt or a dramatic scene requiring emotional outburst, he always nails it in one take.

The director praised him highly, saying that he was born for this job.

Meanwhile, Yang Mi, Tang Yan, and Liu Shishi were secretly vying for power.

If you arrive at the set half an hour earlier than me today, I'll memorize two more pages of lines tomorrow.

Their acting skills have also improved rapidly in this healthy competition.

The only thing they had in common was that their eyes would always unconsciously follow that figure.

The atmosphere on set was somewhat restless that day.

Because another movie starring Xiao Chen, "New Police Story," will premiere tonight.

This film has attracted much attention since its inception.

This is Cheng Long's transformative work.

With the addition of Xiao Chen, an Oscar-winning actor who is currently highly sought after worldwide, the combination of these two talents has raised expectations to the max.

Moreover, the script was written by Xiao Chen himself.

During a break, Yang Mi went up to the director, put her hands together, and put on a pitiful look.

"Director, Director Li..."

"Please, could you give us three hours off tonight?"

"Just three hours! We'll be right back after the premiere!"

Tang Yan and Liu Shishi followed, looking at the director with expectant expressions.

Tang Yan's voice was soft and sweet.

"Yes, director, we promise we won't delay tomorrow's filming."

Although Liu Shishi didn't speak, her clear eyes were filled with the desire to go.

The director looked troubled.

The evening's scenes were the highlight for the three of them, and none of them could be missing.

"Well... Mimi, it's not that I'm being unreasonable, it's just that tonight's progress is too important."

Yang Mi was not satisfied and wanted to keep trying.

A clear, melodious voice came from not far away.

"Aunt Hua."

Everyone turned around and saw Xiao Chen holding his phone, talking calmly into the other end.

Let's give the entire crew a break.

The entire film set fell silent instantly.

Everyone was stunned, including the director.

"I'm renting out the entire Hengdian International Cinema tonight. Let's all go see a movie together."

On the other end of the phone was Wang Jinhua, the head of Shishiba Culture and the top agent in China.

They always unconditionally follow the decisions made by their own artist.

"Okay, Xiao Chen, I'll arrange it right away."

Xiao Chen hung up the phone, met the director's astonished gaze, and smiled slightly.

"Director, I'll make up for the lost time tomorrow."

Yang Mi and the other two stared at him blankly, their hearts filled with the sensation of fireworks exploding one after another.

Was it... for them?

The crew members were initially shocked, then erupted in thunderous cheers.

"Teacher Xiao Chen is awesome!"

"Holy crap! A private screening? And the biggest cinema in Hengdian?"

"Oh my god, I was just worried about not being able to buy tickets!"

"Scalpers are selling them for thousands of yuan each!"

Xiao Chen's name is a guarantee of box office success.

With the added appeal of Brother Cheng Long, tickets for "New Police Story" were sold out half a month ago.

Now, they not only get to watch, but they get to watch the entire theater at the expense of the lead actors!

This treatment is something you can brag about for a year!

Xiao Chen looked at the cheering crowd, smiled calmly, and turned to walk towards his own chair.

Yang Mi, Tang Yan, and Liu Shishi exchanged glances, all seeing the same excitement and a hint of pride in each other's eyes.

It was as if Xiao Chen's doting affection was exclusively for them.

Night falls.

Outside the largest IMAX theater at Hengdian International Cinema, a large fleet of more than a dozen film crew buses arrived.

The crew of "Chinese Paladin 3" each had a serving of popcorn and cola, their faces beaming with excitement.

They entered the theater that Xiao Chen had booked in an orderly fashion.

"This is incredibly extravagant!"

"Following Teacher Xiao Chen makes all the difference!"

Yang Mi, Tang Yan, and Liu Shishi naturally sat down next to Xiao Chen.

In order to vie for the position closest to him, the three staged another silent power struggle.

In the end, Yang Mi, with her sweet talk and coquettishness, successfully secured the seat to Xiao Chen's right.

Tang Yan sat on the left, while Liu Shishi sat a little further away, next to Tang Yan.

The lights in the theater slowly dimmed.

The giant screen lit up, the dragon logo flashed, and the movie officially began.

The film opens with a tense and exciting standoff between the police and the criminals.

Cheng Long's portrayal of Officer Rong is no longer that of the all-powerful super cop from before.

He would get tired, become depressed, and break down and drink heavily after witnessing his colleague die tragically.

He portrayed that deep-seated sense of powerlessness to the fullest extent.

The audience was completely engrossed, feeling heartbroken for this aging hero.

Yang Mi whispered to Xiao Chen.

"He really is different now."

Xiao Chen responded softly.

"Yes, Big Brother put in a lot of effort this time."

The movie is fast-paced.

Soon, the villain appeared.

When Xiao Chen's face appeared on the giant IMAX screen, a series of soft gasps filled the entire theater.

So handsome.

It's a kind of handsome that's both wicked and strikingly beautiful.

The character he plays, Kwan Cho, is an extremist who enjoys torturing police officers.

He was dressed in a black outfit, with a cynical smile on his face, but his eyes were filled with madness and indifference.

He engages in extreme sports on the edge of rooftops, he openly provokes others in police stations, and he treats killing as a meticulously planned game.

Arrogant, cocky, and looking down on everyone.

Yet it possesses a fatal attraction.

Yang Mi stared, her eyes wide with amazement.

Is this still the same Xiao Chen who was gentle and polite on set, and who would hand them chicken soup?

The person on the screen is simply a devil in the guise of an angel!

That's so awesome!