Starting from Taohuawu, kilometers away

As the night falls and the lights come on, the members of the Jiuchongzi crew finally have their happy time after a busy day.

The male lead Li Cheng, with a friendly smile on his face, announced his decision to treat the crew to a dinner.

As soon as he finished speaking, smiles bloomed on the faces of the staff, and cheers and applause echoed in the air, full of joy and gratitude.

The director stood in the middle of the crowd, his wrinkled face filled with irrepressible joy, yet also with a hint of pity. He gently patted Li Cheng on the shoulder and said, "You kid, you've wasted money again."

His words revealed his love and admiration for the young actor.

The heroine Sister Meng was not ignored by the lively atmosphere. Like a caring elder sister, she prepared a carefully selected gift for every member of the crew.

She walked among the crowd, and every time she handed out a gift, she would gently say a few warm words, making the faces of those who received the gifts filled with happy smiles.

In such a warm and cheerful scene, everyone is immersed in this rare warmth.

Under the lights, people raised their glasses to celebrate, and laughed. The silver bell-like laughter floated in the air, and people couldn't help but be infected by the happiness.

Li Cheng moved among the crowd, chatting with everyone, his eyes sparkling with sincerity and gratitude, while Sister Meng smiled beside him, her eyes like gentle moonlight, illuminating everyone's heart.

This scene, like a vivid picture, captures the unity and warmth of the crew at this moment.

Xia Zhiguang and Li Cheng sat in a corner of a lively party, with lights flashing around them and music vibrating the air.

Both of them held a glass of cool beer in their hands, with smiles on their faces. The atmosphere was warm yet cozy.

As they raised their glasses, their eyes met. Xia Zhiguang's eyes flashed with gratitude and admiration for Li Cheng, and Li Cheng responded with his signature gentle smile.

Xia Zhiguang's mouth corners curled up, his eyes full of admiration. He admired Li Cheng's calmness in the spotlight and his humility and courtesy in private.

Li Cheng’s popularity has brought them unprecedented attention. This is not only a personal honor, but also the result of their team’s joint efforts.

"Come on, let's have a drink to celebrate our cooperation!"

Xia Zhiguang's voice is full of sincerity, and his laughter is hearty and contagious, making people involuntarily happy with him.

Xia Zhiguang's face was filled with genuine joy. He raised his glass frequently, and there were crisp sounds when he clinked glasses with Li Cheng.

Their smiles revealed genuine appreciation and warmth of friendship. It was not the kind of utilitarian drinking and socializing, but happiness that came from the heart.

Li Cheng nodded slightly and clinked his glass together, the crisp sound echoing in the air.

His popularity is like the wine glass in his hand, filled with passion and radiance, making Xia Zhiguang the center of attention.

His eyes revealed his recognition of Xia Zhiguang and his beautiful expectations for future cooperation.

He knew that whether on stage or in life, they would be a beautiful landscape, attracting more attention.

Li Cheng's humility and easy-going nature make him approachable. He is not afraid of crowds, nor does he care if his brilliance is overshadowed by others.

His eyes revealed his admiration for Xia Zhiguang. As a loyal fan of Chuang 2021, he was well aware of Xia Zhiguang's hard work and talent.

The two found their own little world in this noisy gathering. The laughter and joy as they raised their glasses were a testimony to their friendship and a symbol of their support for each other.

The surrounding noise seemed to be isolated by their gathering, leaving only the beating of two hearts and the fragrance of glasses of wine.

Kong Xueer sat quietly in the corner of the crew party, looking at Li Cheng from time to time. He was the only familiar face she knew in the crowd.

Her heartbeat quickened with every move Li Cheng made, but she didn't dare to get close to him easily.

Although they have worked together for a long time, they always keep a certain distance between them in private, as if there is an invisible barrier between them.

Her understanding of him was limited to their interactions at work. His smile, his concentration, his talent, everything was so admirable, yet so difficult to approach.

Sister Meng on the side noticed Kong Xueer's eyes, which seemed to hide a hint of girlish shyness and expectation.

Sister Meng's heart tightened. She knew that Li Cheng was her good friend and would never tolerate any improper attempts against her friend.

So, she whispered to Kong Xueer in a straightforward and warning tone: "Don't have any bad thoughts about Li Cheng, he is my good friend's boyfriend."

Sister Meng, a straightforward woman, whispered a warning to Kong Xueer that made her realize instantly that her eyes might have been misunderstood.

Kong Xueer's expression changed slightly, and she hurriedly explained: "Sister Meng, you misunderstood. I just admire him, and I don't mean anything else. I just want to find an opportunity to get closer to him."

Kong Xueer explained softly that her appreciation for Li Cheng was purely an artistic vision, without any other intentions. She just wanted to find an opportunity to get closer to Li Cheng and better understand his performance style.

A glimmer of understanding flashed across Sister Meng's eyes, and she quickly realized that she might have misunderstood Kong Xueer's good intentions.

Her expression immediately relaxed, and she patted Kong Xueer's shoulder and said with a smile: "It's okay, I'm just too nervous. You two are both my good friends, and of course I hope you can get along well."

After hearing this, Sister Meng immediately understood Kong Xueer's intention. Her expression softened and she quickly took Kong Xueer's hand and led her towards Li Cheng.

After that, Sister Meng took Kong Xueer to Li Cheng, and introduced them with a smile as they walked: "Li Cheng, come and see our Xiaoxue, she is full of praise for you!"

Kong Xueer had a shy smile on her face.

The crew's party is very lively.

Li Cheng was holding a glass of champagne and standing next to the beautifully decorated dessert table. His eyes were searching the crowd, as if he was waiting for something.

At this moment, Sister Meng's voice sounded in his ears, as warm as a spring breeze: "Li Cheng, Kong Xueer praises you highly!" There was a hint of teasing in her voice.

Li Cheng turned around and faced Sister Meng. The corners of his mouth raised slightly, revealing a humble smile.

Li Cheng put down the cup in his hand, smiled slightly, stood up and walked towards Sister Meng.

His steps were neither hurried nor slow, and he appeared calm and confident.

When he walked to Sister Meng's side, he heard Sister Meng say in a tone that was both formal and a little joking: "You know, Kong Xueer has been praising you." Li Cheng's mouth curled up into a modest smile, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

Kong Xueer was standing aside, and when she heard Sister Meng's words, a hint of interest appeared in her eyes.

Li Cheng turned to Kong Xueer and said in a relaxed tone: "I have watched Youth With You and voted for it. Your performance is really great."

Kong Xueer's name made the surrounding voices seem a little softer. Those stories and sweat behind the stage, those conversations about dreams and hard work, were like a warm breeze, gently blowing through the hearts of everyone present.

Kong Xueer's expression softened instantly, and she seemed moved by Li Cheng's honesty and his understanding of the program.

The distance between the two seemed to be shortened at this moment, and the air was filled with a subtle and beautiful atmosphere. "Thank you for your support, I am really honored."

There was a slight tremor in Kong Xueer's voice, revealing her inner gratitude and excitement.

At this moment, the distance between the two seemed to be shortened a lot. They were no longer distant idols and fans, but partners with shared memories and experiences.

The surrounding lights seemed to be softer, reflecting the smiles on everyone's faces and adding a touch of warmth to this moment.

Xia Zhiguang looked directly at Li Cheng, with a hint of teasing, curiosity, and disbelief in his eyes.

“Li Cheng, did you vote when I debuted?”

There was a hint of joking in his words, but it couldn't hide his inner surprise.

This question was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.

Li Cheng's face flashed a hint of surprise, and then he broke into a bright smile: "Of course not, I only support the ones I like, such as the originator of the Chuang 303 series, Rocket Girls, Hard Candy , and Youth With You."

His tone was full of love and pride for these girl groups, as if he was sharing a precious memory.

The air around them seemed to become more relaxed because of this conversation, and the crew's gathering became more lively.

Kong Xueer and Xia Zhiguang looked at each other after listening to Li Cheng's answer. Their impression of Li Cheng changed subtly at this moment.

In this era of traffic actors, Li Cheng's support for girl groups is particularly unique, and his voting history is even more surprising to them.

There was a glimmer of light in Kong Xueer's eyes, as if she was re-evaluating the value of this friend.

Xia Zhiguang showed a meaningful smile. He seemed to be thinking that Li Cheng had such a hidden hobby in his heart.

The atmosphere around became more relaxed and cheerful because of this little episode, and the crew's gathering became more memorable because of this sincere sharing.

Li Cheng's frankness and his love for girl groups made everyone present feel his true nature, and also added a warm and interesting episode to the party.

Sister Meng’s eyes were so wide open that they seemed about to jump out of their sockets.

Her mouth was slightly open, forming a perfect O shape, and couldn't close for a long time.

Her heart was pounding, as if trying to break free from the restraints in her chest and escape the shocking news.

"You, you, you actually voted for Rocket Girls?"

Sister Meng's voice was trembling, as if she had been struck by an electric current, and her words were incoherent.

Li Cheng smiled and shrugged, "Yeah, I was young and a little crazy back then."

Sister Meng's memory was suddenly pulled back to that summer. The tense atmosphere of the college entrance examination enveloped the entire campus. Everyone was studying hard, including Li Cheng.

He was always the first to arrive in the classroom and the last to leave, and even his meal time was compressed to the extreme.

Sister Meng once thought that such a life had occupied all of Li Cheng's energy, but she didn't expect that he had left a small corner for a group of girls pursuing their dreams.

"Were you really not tired at that time?"

There was a hint of envy and confusion in Sister Meng's tone.

A trace of reminiscence flashed through Li Cheng's eyes. "I'm not tired, because chasing dreams doesn't need a reason."

Sister Meng was silent. She suddenly understood that the moment Li Cheng voted was not just a simple action, but a tribute to youth and dreams.

Xia Zhiguang's eyes sparkled with curiosity. He leaned closer to Li Cheng, his voice carrying a hint of childish excitement, "Li Cheng, you voted for my senior sisters, so who do you like best among the Rocket Girls?"

Kong Xueer and Sister Meng also looked expectant. They stared at Li Cheng closely, as if trying to find a clue from his answer.

Li Cheng showed a bright smile on his face and answered without hesitation: "Yang Chaoyue, Yang Yunqing."

His tone was firm, as if he was expressing a choice that had been carefully considered.

There was a hint of reminiscence in his eyes, as if he was recalling the good times with the two girls.

"why?"

Xia Zhiguang asked, his curiosity was completely aroused.

Kong Xueer and Sister Meng also listened attentively. They were full of curiosity about Li Cheng's choice.

Li Cheng explained: "I used to be a basketball player. Yang Chaoyue's koi attribute is a huge bonus for the men's basketball team. As for Yang Yunqing, I only knew her when I watched Produce 101 at that time, because I also watched Ultimate Class One!"

His tone was full of nostalgia for the past and appreciation for the two girls.

The air around seemed to freeze, and everyone was listening quietly to Li Cheng's explanation.

A glimmer of understanding flashed across Xia Zhiguang's eyes, and he seemed to understand Li Cheng's choice.

Kong Xueer and Sister Meng also looked relieved, and they had a deeper understanding of Li Cheng's choice.

Xia Zhiguang sat aside, staring at Li Cheng with sharp eyes.

A hint of curiosity flashed across his face, as if he was exploring the unfinished secret in Li Cheng's heart.

He asked softly, "Brother Cheng, Meng Meiqi and Wu Xuanyi from Lehua are also talented, why didn't you vote for them?"

Li Cheng smiled slightly, his expression revealing a barely perceptible seriousness.

"Xia Zhiguang, listen to my explanation." He paused, "Meng Meiqi's support is indeed amazing, and her stage charm is unparalleled. But you know, I have my own unique standards for singing. I appreciate those members who have a deep foundation in singing, such as Yang Yunqing, Duan Aojuan, and Zining."

Xia Zhiguang's eyes flashed with understanding, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly, as if he understood Li Cheng's choice. "I see," he said with a hint of relief in his voice, "I understand, Li Cheng. You have been looking for a singer who can move people with his voice."

Li Cheng nodded, "That's right, Xia Zhiguang. Music is the language of the soul. I hope that every voice I support can touch the hearts of the audience."

As soon as he finished speaking, Kong Xueer nodded slightly to show her agreement.

A glimmer of enlightenment flashed in Xia Zhiguang's eyes. He understood Li Cheng's choice and became more determined to pursue music. (End of this chapter)