Actor: Thank you.

"Junior brother!!!"

A few days later, the sun was shining brightly and the weather was clear.

Around ten o'clock in the morning, Zhang Yuan asked his assistant to drive to the downstairs of a residential area in the imperial capital.

He opened the car door, faced the corridor entrance, and immediately made a phone call.

Not long after, a crisp and beautiful sound came from inside the building.

Liu Shishi wore a bright red dress and a pair of pure white high heels.

The moment he saw him, he trotted excitedly and rushed straight towards him.

"Shh!" Zhang Yuan quickly gestured to her to be quiet and not get excited.

First of all, this is their home and it is easy for the neighbors to hear it.

He is too easily recognized now, and he could easily get into a scandal if he is not careful.

Secondly...

Zhang Yuan glanced upstairs.

About on the sixth floor, a good-looking middle-aged couple quietly poked their heads out of the window and looked down.

Obviously, these are the little lion's parents.

According to this girl's style, after not seeing each other for a long time, she jumped into my arms when they met, and then hugged my neck and kissed me.

Their parents are watching!
What would you think?
Although Liu Shishi is already 19 years old this year, she has already reached the age of falling in love.

But you still can't go too far in front of other people's parents.

He quickly reached out from the car, made an intercepting gesture, and pointed upwards.

"Ah?" The little lion poked his head towards the sky.

"It's not raining?"

Zhang Yuan: …

I know why your parents stuck their heads out to peek.

They're probably afraid that you'll be kidnapped by human traffickers...

She is a big girl, but she has no brains and no breasts. Where did all the nutrition go?
But this interruption calmed her down.

Zhang Yuan got out of the car, helped her to the back seat of the business car, and fastened her seat belt.

Then he got back on the car from the other side.

The parents upstairs felt relieved when they saw that the "junior brother" whom their daughter often mentioned was quite gentlemanly in his attitude and actions towards her.

The vehicle drove all the way to the city.

Today is the hundred-day banquet for Brother Qian’s son Guo Xiaobao...Yu Siyang.

It was also a party for the infant boy to pay his respects to his teacher.

I pay my respects to both Mr. Guo and him at the same time.

When we pay homage to Mr. Guo, of course we are following the tradition of crosstalk.

It is normal for children of partners to become each other's teachers.

Later, Guo Qilin will also pay respect to Brother Qian.

The reason for worshipping him was said to be the storytelling school.

But although Zhang Yuan learned a lot from Mr. Yuan and received guidance from the most senior storytelling master alive today.

But he did not formally become a disciple.

Logically speaking, since he himself did not have any formal inheritance in the storytelling world, the idea of ​​him becoming someone's disciple seemed a bit hollow.

But who is Brother Qian?

When it comes to cleverness, Mr. Guo is always a leading figure in the mixed crosstalk industry.

But when it comes to wisdom, Brother Qian is the real master!
Yu Qian’s idea was very clear.

Just because there is no inheritance now doesn’t mean there will never be one.

With my brother's ability and fame, it shouldn't be easy for him to find a storytelling successor.

But what he wants must be the highest and strongest inheritance.

Another thing is that Brother Qian openly said that he came here for the storytelling.

In fact, the real goal is to establish a network of contacts in the entertainment industry for his son.

At the same time, it can also strengthen the connection between oneself and Zhang Yuan himself.

Zhang Yuan understood and was willing to accept it.

After all, with Brother Qian and Sister Qian's personalities and ways of dealing with people, the children they raise won't be too bad.

Family tradition is important.

And why did you bring Liu Shishi with you?

It’s been a long time since we last met. Although I’m busy, I can’t always leave you alone.

"Woo..."

They hadn't seen each other for several months, and soon after the car drove out, the little lion stared at him.

Then they got closer and closer...

About five minutes later, Zhao Xunxun, who was driving, looked at the rearview mirror and saw that she had unbuckled her seat belt and sat in the arms of her boss.

She raised her swan neck, closed her eyes slightly, and took the initiative to make an appearance as if she was ready for you to pick the fruits.

The assistant would steal a few glances from time to time.

She didn't expect that this innocent-looking girl would be so proactive.

And he was so bold that he didn't care at all about the presence of her as a third party.

"Ah!" At this moment, the little lion exclaimed: "Someone is..."

Zhao Xunxun: ...

She was not bold, she was so carried away that she didn't even notice anyone was there.

The assistant thought, if I'm not here, are you two driving without a human driver?

"Okay, there will be a lot of people here soon, so please tidy up your clothes." Zhang Yuan helped her smooth her hair.

The reason why she was asked to accompany us to today's hundred-day banquet is because her grandfather is in the folk art business, so her presence would not be out of place.

In addition, I have to discuss the matter about the sugar man with her in advance.

Besides, there are other uses for having her go to the scene today.

The little lion fixed the lipstick that had been rubbed off and straightened the wrinkled clothes on his chest.

"Brother Zhang Yuan, your cheek..." Zhao Xinxin glanced at the rearview mirror and reminded again.

"Hehehe..." Liu Shishi took out a tissue and helped him wipe off the several lip marks she had left on him.

"Pay attention later." Zhang Yuan looked at her with doting eyes.

"I know. I miss you."

No. 11, Exhibition Hall Road, Xicheng District.

The vehicle was parked properly in front of the main entrance of Hongbinlou, a famous restaurant in the imperial capital.

Zhang Yuan held Liu Shishi's white and tender little hand and walked inside together.

"Here I come!" Brother Qian came to the gate to greet him.

The most famous restaurants in the imperial capital are Badalou, Badatang, Badachun and Badaju.

Many people think that Hongbin Building is one of the Eight Buildings, but it is not.

Hongxing Building is one of the eight buildings.

Although Hongbinlou is not one of the Eight Great Buildings, it is also the most famous restaurant in the imperial capital, and its fame is even greater than half of the Eight Great Buildings.

This old restaurant was first built in the third year of Emperor Xianfeng's reign.

In 55, we responded to the Prime Minister’s call and moved to Beijing together with a large number of time-honored brands from all over the country.

In fact, this is very unfair, even though it is a national call.

However, this has led to the loss of local talent and the gradual decline of many time-honored restaurants.

Because all the elite troops were pulled to the imperial capital.

But even though time-honored brands and top chefs from all over the country were invited, the imperial capital in later generations is still often jokingly called a food desert.

The reason why Brother Qian chose Hongbinlou is that the dishes there are indeed authentic.

Braised sea cucumber with scallion, stir-fried crispy food, chicken slices with lotus root, stir-fried radish with coriander... These dishes are very difficult to prepare and it is difficult for ordinary small restaurants to prepare them well.

But they are all the signature dishes of Hongbinlou.

There are also famous dishes such as braised shark's fin, braised oxtail, and casserole lamb's head, which still maintain very high quality until later generations.

This is very rare among the generally decadent old brands.

The plaque at the door was also written by Mr. Guo Moruo.

Mr. Guo’s calligraphy seems to be quite common on the plaques of time-honored brands in the imperial capital. He is probably a foodie.

Another point is that Hongbinlou is a halal restaurant.

Many old gentlemen in the folk art circle are Hui people, and Brother Qian chose this place to cater to their tastes.

"Mr. Guo!"

"Teacher Wong."

I have taken care of Guo Degang and his wife.

"This must be the young master." Then he looked at the fat man with black-framed glasses standing next to the two of them.

"My son is Qilin." Teacher Guo replied.

Teacher Guo’s disciples were also beside him and greeted him one by one.

"Hello." Zhang Yuan nodded in response and squatted beside Guo Qilin with a smile: "Yu Qian is your future master."

"It is only natural for the apprentice to eat the master. You have to eat more later."

"Hey..." The child first glanced at his father cautiously, then answered in a low voice.

When Mr. Guo's disciples saw Liu Shishi beside him, they all started whispering.

They are all young boys, so they are naturally interested in pretty girls.

But because of Zhang Yuan, he didn't dare to look at him for too long.

Although Zhang Yuan seldom goes to the crosstalk club, his "reputation" remains.

They all knew that their master's wife's subordinates had been cleared out of the imperial capital before, so no one dared to offend him.

But what Zhang Yuan said...

"It is only natural for the apprentice to eat the master's food." These people have all heard this.

Of course, Zhang Yuan originally said this for them to hear.

"Brother Qian, where is your sister-in-law?" After chatting for a few sentences, he came to Yu Qian, who was beaming with joy.

"Feeding the baby."

“Oh, that’s not suitable for visiting.”

"If you say so, I still have to sell tickets."

While joking with Brother Qian, Bai Huiming came to him holding Yu Siyang.

"The forehead is full, the chin is square and round, and it looks good."

"Do you think he looks like me or like Qian?" asked Qian's wife, whose figure had not yet recovered, with a smile.

"Who does he look like..." Zhang Yuan pondered, took out a pack of soft Zhonghua cigarettes from his pocket, pulled out a cigarette, and shook it in front of the child.

The child didn't even open his eyes, he just reached out and grabbed the cigarette.

Zhang Yuan pointed at Yu Qian and said, "Obviously looks like you!"

"That's all I have!" Brother Qian said as he reached into his pocket: "Here, son, a lighter..."

Half an hour later, Zhang Yuan brought the little lion, along with the Guo Yu couple and their three friends, as well as Hou Yuewen, Shi Fukuan and several veteran artists from the quyi world, and sat at the main table.

Brother Qian gave a speech and thanked the guests. Sister Qian also smiled and said a few words, and then the banquet began.

The food was good, but he and Liu Shishi were both actors, so they didn't eat too much in order to maintain their figure.

When they were almost halfway through the meal, everyone started to play with the children, giving them red envelopes and gifts.

Zhang Yuan asked his assistant to hand him a gift bag.

"Come, Brother Qian, give my apprentice a gift."

He went to a jewelry shop in advance to get a 24K gold lock made.

It is tied with a red rope and can be hung directly around the child's neck.

The front of the lock is engraved with "Long Life", and the other side is written with "Happiness and Health".

The gold jewelry given by others is at most the size of a fingernail.

But what he took out weighed more than 300 grams!

It is as heavy as a gold bar commonly known as "big yellow croaker".

All pressed hands.

"Ouch."

"Oh my god!"

"This big lump of gold!"

In 06, the price of gold was cheap, only around 100.

This huge piece is only worth more than 30,000 yuan.

But this "however" is for him.

For most of the quyi colleagues, they can earn less than 30,000 yuan a year!
When these people saw the big golden lock, their eyes turned bloodshot.

I thought that people in the film and television industry are the richest!

Brother Qian was a little surprised.

Zhang Yuan is usually very low-key, but he seems a little abnormal today.

Openly taking out such a large piece of gold feels like it is suppressing other people's gifts.

"This is too expensive!" Mrs. Qian opened her mouth in shock.

"Never before has my Jiaqian given me such heavy gold jewelry."

Yu Qian: …

How did it come to my head?
Although he was grumbling in his heart, Brother Qian was also very happy to see the gift.

I thought to myself that my brother is so kind!

Everyone knows that giving gifts to children is just an excuse, and in fact the gifts are for the parents.

"Please hang this golden lock on my son's neck."

"Before he turns one year old, the child will suffer from cervical spondylosis." Brother Qian jokingly expressed his gratitude.

[Received thanks from Yu Qian, rock foundation +1! ]

After eating for a while, they asked the restaurant to remove the banquet and make room.

Then pull up the banner prepared in advance.

Wait until about three in the afternoon.

This is the auspicious time calculated by someone.

Teacher Guo is also quite cunning.

Since he had promised to accept disciples, he decided not to just accept Brother Qian's son.

Instead, he brought his first batch of apprentices together to perform the apprenticeship ceremony.

Yu Siyang is the fifth child.

In front are He Yunwei, Cao Yunjin, Kong Yunlong, and Luan Yunping.

Kong Deshui, who came with Xiao Yue, was able to become Xiao Yue's apprentice, but he can only go on stage once a week.

This little fat guy is envious...

And don't underestimate him because he is young. According to the arrangement, Xiao Yue will have to call Qian Ge's son "senior brother" from now on.

The three masters who led and protected the group were Zhang Wenshun, Hou Yuewen and Shi Fukuan, all of whom were senior figures in the crosstalk industry and were masters of the literary generation of Deyuan Society.

After the ceremony, it was Zhang Yuan's turn.

Brother Qian asked Wang Yuebo, a tall and fat man who had just arrived at Deyuan Society, to act as the guide.

Because his master is Ma Zengkun, who is also Lian Liru's godson.

Lian Liru's father is Lian Kuoru, who is of the same generation as Yuan Kuocheng, but the old man passed away in 71.

In addition to his artistic prowess, Mr. Yuan’s greatest strength is his longevity.

His peers had all died more than a decade earlier.

Now when he talks about the past, he can brag and no one dares to refute him because all the people involved are dead.

There are also two young people from the storytelling business who serve as guarantors and substitute teachers.

Just give a red envelope.

It's just a formality anyway.

Brother Qian knew very well that what he wanted was for his son to become Zhang Yuan’s first disciple, or perhaps even his only disciple.

The agents who introduced the insurance were just there to make up the numbers. Although Zhang Yuan was the most famous among the audience because of his connections in the film and television industry and because of "Harry Potter", he was the most famous.

But traditional industries have the most villains and conflicts.

"Hey!"

"Why would he, a layman, accept an apprentice?"

"Just say so."

"We have been following these rules for so many years, but we have to let people like this disrupt us."

"He's just a liar. I think the big gold lock he gave me just now is hollow."

"Oh, it must be!"

"Brother Qian was probably fooled by him."

A large group of people in the back row started chirping.

Many people were not familiar with him, but because of the big lump of gold just now, they also had some opinions about him.

A tree that stands out in the forest will be destroyed by the wind. This is human nature.

Of course Zhang Yuan understood, but he remained calm and didn't take it seriously at all.

The ceremony ended successfully.

Liu Shishi came up to him with an unhappy look on his face.

He doesn't care, but there are others who do.

"Junior brother, they said bad things about you!"

The little lion's beautiful eyebrows were wrinkled together.

"Oh?"

"What did you say?"

"They said you..."

Zhang Yuan listened for a long time.

Yuan Kuocheng also said that she couldn't remember the lyrics.

How come you remember so clearly the insults people said to me?
I can recite it by heart!
"Why are the people in the folk art circle so much less qualified than those in the entertainment industry?" Liu Shishi replied with a fierce face.

You are really good at talking... Zhang Yuan thought, you insult two circles with just one sentence.

But I have made some progress and now I know what is good and what is bad.

Understand that there are many bad people in the entertainment industry.

Just say she was just a little dull, not really stupid.

After a lot of mumbling, Liu Shishi's mouth became dry, so she took a few gulps of coconut milk to quench her thirst.

"They are all bad people when they say that about you!"

"Humph!"

"I'm going to complain to Grandpa Yuan and ask him to deal with them!"

Zhang Yuan: It’s a deal, double happiness!
The reason why I brought her here today is for this!
The reason why he gave such a huge amount of gold in public just now was also for this.

In front of gold, silver and wealth, people will feel inferior.

Once a person feels inferior, he will instinctively attack and belittle others in order to achieve psychological balance.

Liu Shishi is better.

Even if she wasn't here, what these people said today would reach the old man's ears sooner or later.

After all, these people are so "smart".

Someone was designated as a snitch in order to gain the old man's favor.

Who knows? Someone might have already written it down in a notebook.

It is even more possible that the informer is the one who just scolded him.

When people get older, they tend to cover up their shortcomings.

Mr. Yuan had never accepted an apprentice in his life, and Zhang Yuan guessed that he was struggling.

So he prepared to help the old man speed up.

Today is just an introduction, don't be in a hurry.

Although he was the one being scolded, he still had to comfort the angry little lion.

Brother Qian was watching from the side, and he had also heard the gossip just now.

After thinking it over, I have a rough idea in my mind.

"My brother is trying to set a trap for the old man!"

Brother Qian remained calm and pretended not to understand, and went to treat the other guests to the celebratory cake.

After comforting her for a long time, Zhang Yuan originally asked her to visit his home and have a meal.

If you keep watching until late, you can stay overnight.

After staying overnight, you can have a physical examination.

Once you check your body, you can learn new postures.

But Liu Shishi lowered her head and said that her mother asked her to go home for dinner and said she was waiting for her.

Before Zhang Yuan got married, the other person's parents knew immediately that they were worried about their daughter.

So I had to give up.

If I really force myself to stay, what will I do if their parents come to my house and knock on the door?

Just as the junior sister was pulling him in a sweet voice to make an appointment for the next meeting, he heard the sound of a cell phone ringing in her pocket.

She took out her cell phone reluctantly.

It seemed as if she was annoyed that the ringing interrupted her conversation with Zhang Yuan.

She wanted to hang up the call, but after seeing the caller ID, she pouted and pressed the answer button helplessly.

"Hey……"

Zhang Yuan waited quietly by the side.

But as I waited, I realized something was wrong.

Because Liu Shishi's face gradually distorted, revealing an extremely terrified expression.

Tears welled up in his eyes... (End of this chapter)