Actor: Thank you.

clap clap clap...

There was thunderous applause at the Peninsula Wangfujing Hotel.

There are so many guests at today's apprenticeship banquet.

There are countless famous artists and actors... Of course, this statement is a bit far-fetched.

In fact, most of the so-called famous artists suddenly became stars by doing nothing.

Some of them have real skills, while others receive government subsidies.

Some types of folk songs have very few successors, so the country has forced a group of famous artists to come forward for cultural preservation.

Just like what Mr. Guo said, when all your peers are dead, you are the master.

What you say is what it is.

However, those who are receiving applause now are true masters.

Except for Yuan Kuocheng, the remaining three of the four great storytellers all stepped onto the stage at this time.

These three, plus Mr. Yuan, are all serious artists and have never been lazy.

At most, I have performed in various venues.

Zhang Yuan hurried forward to greet him.

"Mr. Liu, Mr. Shan, Mr. Tian."

"Please take a seat!"

"Okay, okay, let's go see Uncle Yuan."

"Great joy, great good things, you are all blessed."

Lead these people to Yuan Kuocheng and let them have tea and chat for a while.

Jiang Kun and Feng Gong, a close junior fellow from the Ma family, were muttering to each other.

"Oh, it's not easy for them to get together."

Why did people applaud as soon as these three people entered the room? Jiang Kun was the leader.

In addition to his high status, Liu Lanfang is also the chairman of the All-China Federation of Literary and Art Circles.

He is the leader of the folk art industry. When the leader comes, how can he not give him face?

"I remember..." Jiang Kun narrowed his eyes and said, "The last time they got together, it seemed to be because of this kid."

"Hey, that's true." Teacher Feng Gong chuckled and said, "We were all there that time."

"Yes, the master is here too."

When Ma Ji was mentioned, the brothers' eyes dimmed a little.

Others also noticed that the last time the four great storytellers gathered together, it was Yuan Kuocheng who was shaking the people.

At that time, Zhang Yuan was beaten by the bald man, and Liu Shishi was left crying while hugging the old man's thighs.

No matter how it comes, it always comes.

For two consecutive times, the four old men gathered together because of this kid.

It can be seen that although he mainly works in the film and television industry, he is still very influential in the folk art circle.

However, while Feng Gongying was responding to his senior brother, he also noticed one thing.

Zhang Yuan calls Liu Lanfang Mr. Liu.

It wasn't the gender issue that puzzled him.

The lady has said this for a long time, so it's not surprising.

Besides, storytellers are usually called "sir", while opera singers are called "boss".

Because storytellers are all alone and don't need to join forces with others.

In addition, people in feudal society generally had a low level of education and had no place to learn about information from the outside world.

Storytelling is an important channel for poor people to understand the world, astronomy, geography, medicine, divination and astrology, so it is reasonable to call him Mr. Sheng.

Opera singers need to support a large group of people. There are several people just to pull the curtain, and they are naturally the bosses.

Feng Gong found it strange because Liu Lanfang was the chairman of the Chinese Folk Art Association.

People usually call him Chairman.

He called me sir.

Maybe he wants to become an apprentice today and a true master of storytelling, so he is trying to get close to him in advance?

Mr. Ma Ji's son Ma Dong also sensed something different.

Unlike Feng Gong, he is not from the same industry and is not that sensitive to the titles.

But I see that those storytellers don’t come alone.

Not to mention Liu Lanfang, who is accompanied by her husband, Mr. Wang Yinquan, who is a famous quick-speaking artist and also a celebrity in the folk art world.

He also brought his sons Wang Yan and Wang Yu, who also learned quick-speaking.

These are all people in the circle, but Chairman Liu’s two grandchildren, who are only in their teens, also came along.

The same goes for the remaining two.

Shan Tianfang and Tian Lianyuan both brought their sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren, so they came in great company.

“You’re giving me so much face.” Ma Dong muttered.

Indeed, quite a few people came. Liu Lanfang was relatively okay, but the other two came from other places.

Not only them, but also many relatives and friends came from other places specially.

Zhang Yuan had to entertain them well, so he simply booked two floors and dozens of rooms at the Peninsula Hotel for these guests who had come from afar to stay.

The banquet and room charges alone would cost more than 50 yuan for one day and one night. The manager of Wangfujing Peninsula was beaming with joy when he saw him.

Not only these few people brought their children, there were quite a few children here today.

"Hello handsome brother~"

The granddaughter of the Guan family who spoke with a drawl also came with her parents and family.

Guan Xiaotong was wearing a cotton jacket with a red base and white velvet edges, which looked quite festive.

He had been to Mr. Guan’s funeral before, and he came to show his support just like the people from the Ma family.

"Mr. Guan, please take a seat."

"Don't be polite, we are all family."

"Then I'll get busy first."

Seeing Zhang Yuan's back "wandering" around, Guan Xiaotong's father looked around.

He himself has jumped out of the folk art circle and joined the film and television industry.

Of course, the plan for my daughter is to go into the film and television industry, after all, it makes money quickly.

But it is very necessary to maintain good relationships with the popular young actors nowadays.

With the relationship through Quyi, we are close, and my daughter will have an extra helper when she grows up.

Even if you are a "Beijing princess", you still have to be supported by your parents and friends to be considered a "princess".

"Come, call the ancestor!"

On the other side, everyone from Deyuan Society, led by Guo Degang and Yu Qian, also came to greet the four.

Guo Qilin was naturally present.

After what happened last time, I felt quite close to him when I saw him.

Brother Qian came with his wife, and their son who was less than half a year old.

After everyone greeted each other one by one, Brother Qian led Bai Huiming, pointed at his son first, then gestured to Mr. Yuan and said.

"Oh, my, my little baby has a full forehead and a square chin. You can tell at first glance that he is smart and studious." Mr. Yuan also praised him.

Brother Qian pursed his lips and pushed again, asking his wife to hand the child in her arms to the old man.

"Mr. Yuan, hold on tight. I'll take a picture."

Zhang Yuan also understood Yu Qian's meaning and hurriedly greeted him.

Call ancestor.

It's pure taking advantage.

His son paid homage to me first, and today I paid homage to Mr. Yuan’s daughter. So, by this calculation, am I not the ancestor?

Brother Qian, like the one from the Guan family, is paving the way for his children.

Guan Xiaotong is a "gege", and the boy in their family is from the Yuan Kuocheng lineage, and was held by the old man, so he should be considered a beile.

Guo Degang, who was standing nearby, also understood Yu Qian's intention and his eyes were filled with envy.

With this relationship, little Yu Siyang, who can't even speak yet, has become an elder.

Old people love children, they really look fond of them.

But if you want to play Guo Xiaobao, just play Guo Xiaobao. As you were talking, you brought the topic to me.

"The child is fine."

"It is a good thing to have a large population."

"The industry needs people to be passed down."

"When will you and the little lion have the inheritance?" Mr. Yuan glanced at him and Liu Shishi who was standing nearby.

"Grandpa Yuan!" the little sister said coquettishly.

Zhang Yuan thought to himself, I am willing to inherit it, but I am afraid that those in my family will not agree...

Seeing that all the guests had arrived, Zhang Yuan found the waiter and told him to serve the cold dishes and drinks first.

After a few bites, before serving the hot dishes, the ceremony begins.

He made such arrangements because he was afraid that people would be hungry and wait, which would be tiring.

"Junior brother, you said that when you were on the crew before." Teacher Guo came over.

"Let me hold it down first so that you don't withdraw from the competition."

"You said you had a solution, what's going on now?"

Look, you are anxious again.

Zhang Yuan smiled and hooked his arm around Teacher Guo's shoulder: "There's a way."

"You wait."

"Oh..." Guo Degang returned to his table worriedly.

In addition to the four, there were a few old gentlemen at the main table.

Zhang Yuan pulled Zhao Benshan to the main table, but he repeatedly refused.

In terms of fame, he is the most famous in the audience, but in terms of qualifications, he is still a little behind.

But in the end, he pushed her down and she sat in her seat.

Uncle Benshan also felt proud and kept giving him a thumbs up.

Liu Tianli also brought Liu Shishi with him and sat at the main table together.

There were only two young people on the table, and they stood out.

Fortunately, the media was not allowed to enter freely today, and the hotel was specially informed that no one without an invitation would be allowed in.

Otherwise, just the photo of him and Liu Shishi sitting at the head table would generate three hundred scandals tomorrow.

"The auspicious time has arrived!" After eating for a while, a waiter rang the gong and shouted.

Zhang Yuan was stunned.

As expected, it is less than two kilometers away from the Forbidden City. Every time I open my mouth and raise my hands, I smell like a eunuch...

All the guests put down their chopsticks and turned to look towards the stage.

There were already several chairs on the stage, as well as candlesticks for offerings and a tea table.

Zhang Yuan first helped Mr. Yuan Kuocheng onto the stage and sat down, then took Yuan Tian to the armchair in the middle and sat down.

After all, it is him whom I am becoming your apprentice today.

"Please, Uehara!"

Crosstalk and storytelling are closely related, and the rules for becoming an apprentice are also similar.

The introduction of the Third Division is an important part of this.

Everyone stretched their necks.

Because I didn’t tell you who I found to be my insurance agent before I came here.

People in the same industry have also asked about it.

Because I know that Yuan Kuocheng's family is hiring people, the level of treatment must be good.

In addition, Zhang Yuan is very generous, so being his guide and guarantor will definitely be very beneficial.

So everyone is curious, who did they find?
"Hey!"

“That’s incredible!”

Not long after, exclamations broke out from dozens of tables.

Because they saw three more people from the main table starting to move.

Just like when I came here just now.

Liu Lanfang led the way, followed by Shan Tianfang and Tian Lianyuan.

When they saw them walking towards the stage, some of them even rubbed their eyes at first.

Could it be that the old man can’t sit still and needs to move around?

Not feeling well and want to leave early?

Can’t hold it anymore and need to go to the toilet?

I can't believe it.

But when these three people came on stage one by one and sat on the three old Huanghuali wooden chairs next to Mr. Yuan Tian, ​​they had to believe it even if they didn't believe it!
What does it mean to introduce and protect the three masters?

A mentor is a teacher who recommends others and is usually someone who is prestigious in the industry.

Liu Lanfang, chairman of the Chinese Folk Art Association, a national first-class actor, member of the CPC Central Committee, and inheritor of intangible cultural heritage, sat in the instructor's seat.

Have a little bit of prestige.

A guarantor is a teacher who guarantees and certifies, and ensures that the master and apprentice and everyone in the industry acknowledge this master-apprentice relationship. He must be a highly respected person in the industry.

Tian Lianyuan, chairman of the Liaoning Qu Association, a national first-class actor, inheritor of intangible cultural heritage, and winner of the Peony Award for Lifetime Achievement, sits in the position of the teacher protector.

He is highly respected.

A substitute teacher is a teacher who takes the place of the master to discipline and teach, ensuring that the apprentice’s learning can receive a good inheritance. He or she must be someone whose abilities are recognized in the industry.

Shan Tianfang, inheritor of intangible cultural heritage, winner of Mudanjiang Lifetime Achievement Award, and winner of the first place in the Huading Award Chinese Quyi Performers Public Image Survey, sits in the position of substitute teacher.

Recognized by hundreds of millions of viewers.

When these three sat on the stage, they demonstrated vividly what it means to "hold the stage."

"No wonder she is called sir!" Feng Gong, who was muttering just now, reacted after seeing this.

To them, Liu Lanfang was the chairman.

But after becoming Zhang Yuan's apprentice, he became Zhang Yuan's mentor, so he must call him "sir".

It's not just trying to be close, it's really close!

"Oh, they are all insurance agents. No wonder the whole family came. We have to give them face." Ma Dong also understood.

"He has made thorough preparations and created a great event for all his fellow opera artists!" he said with a chuckle.

"That's not right. Logically speaking, the bringer-in-charge should be of the same generation as the master." Someone from the Ma family raised a question.

"Tsk, you're stupid!" Jiang Kun replied.

"Mr. Yuan is a senior, one generation older than the remaining three."

"His daughter Yuan Tian is of the same generation as those three."

"Oh, oh, yes..."

Jiang Kun looked at him with envy.

This kid has been hired by all four storytellers!

From now on, you will be able to walk sideways in the folk art circle!

People have to think twice about what he says.

It’s not that he is so powerful, the key is that you don’t know whether it is his intention or the intention of the people behind him.

Everyone needs to be cautious.

"What a great achievement! Really great achievement!" Hou Yuewen stood up and applauded.

He had the temper of a rich young master to begin with, and when he saw Zhang Yuan making things lively, he felt proud and particularly happy.

In fact, these three people were not originally sought. It was Zhang Yuan who took advantage of the old man's "weakness" of being soft-hearted and brought them here.

I will only have this one storytelling teacher in my life, and the higher the level, the more senior and famous the better.

He was talking to Mr. Yuan.

"It just so happens that the remaining three of the four great storytellers are the ones who are responsible for introducing the guarantors."

Yuan Kuocheng: …

The four of us have been together all our lives, is this all prepared for you?

Zhang Yuan thought to himself that it was not just you four, but Liu Tianli’s granddaughter was also prepared for me…

It just so happens that Mr. Yuan actually feels a little guilty.

I felt a little sorry for him for asking my daughter to accept a disciple instead of myself.

His attitude softened.

But let him go and test the opinions of those people first.

As soon as the old man nodded, he took action.

You have to bring gifts when you visit someone.

Unlike giving gold to Brother Qian’s son, you can’t just bring gold bars to his house, that would be too “tacky”.

I found Liu Lanfang and brought her a Suzhou embroidery handkerchief and a silk cheongsam with orchid patterns hand-embroidered by a master craftsman using the same craftsmanship.

I asked the old lady's tailor for the size. This thing is considered Chinese high-end custom-made, and the price of a set starts at 100,000 yuan.

At first glance, it’s an orchid pattern...Since it’s Liu Lanfang, it must be an orchid.

Besides, she is old, an old lady, but she is still a woman.

Especially the female singers of drums and storytellers, they all love cheongsam.

I loved it at first sight.

Find Mr. Tian Lianyuan.

This storyteller is very realistic, but he uses a lot of movements.

Especially the sword, spear, sword or halberd gestures.

So I particularly like to use a fan.

Zhang Yuan bought a fan by Zhang Daqian and sent it to his teacher as a gift.

The painting he took is called "Endless Rivers and Mountains". It is a plain-colored fan with a simple frame.

Plus, it’s still early in the year, so it’s less than 15.

Zhang Daqian's full-color giant fan paintings can be sold for hundreds or even tens of millions in later generations.

Mr. Tian was not happy at first.

But Zhang Yuan is too good at judging people.

After receiving the fan, Mr. Tian was so happy that he couldn't contain himself.

Then he came to Shan Tianfang.

What was prepared for Mr. Shan was a wake-up stick made of golden nanmu.

It was specially custom-made and has carvings all over.

The word "Shuxiang" is also engraved on the pattern, which means that the storytelling will leave a good reputation.

This thing is just like Zhang Daqian's fan. It can be used, but no one is willing to use it. They are all collected as handicrafts.

Even though it’s just a piece of wood, it costs tens of thousands of dollars.

The things Zhang Yuan gave were all related to these people, so they naturally benefited from them.

So the guests were still guessing how much gold Zhang Yuan would give.

Everything he gave was more valuable and more respectable than gold.

And because they all have collection value, not only old gentlemen like them, but younger generations in the family are also happy to see them.

Because one day it will reach their hands.

So when we come to see Zhang Yuan today, his face is as fresh as spring breeze and his smile is as beautiful as peach blossom.

Seeing this, Guo and Yu also stood up and applauded.

After all, half of the crosstalk club is in Zhang Yuan's hands.

Now that he has "tied the knot" with these four people, will anyone in the industry dare to bully us in the future?
"Worship the Master!"

A portrait of Liu Jingting is enshrined on the stage.

He was from Yangzhou and was the founder of Yangzhou Pinghua.

I once told stories in Xuyi, where crayfish were produced.

This man once told stories at the home of Zuo Liangyu, a famous general in the late Ming Dynasty, and later became his aide and retainer, and was deeply loved by Zuo Liangyu.

Later, he even helped with military affairs and was sent as an envoy to the Southern Ming regime.

Therefore, although Liu Jingting is not the founder of storytelling, he is still worshipped as the ancestor because of his high status and strong ability.

After offering incense to the ancestor, Zhang Yuan knelt down and offered tea to Mr. Yuan Tian in the presence of the three masters, Yin, Bao and Dai.

"It's done!"

Clap clap clap clap!
The venue erupted in applause that was unparalleled in the world.

At this moment, Zhang Yuan was in great glory.

The fire cooks the oil, and the flowers bloom.

At this moment, he is in a very powerful position and everyone is extremely envious of him.

And he wants to take advantage of this great trend to do something small... (End of this chapter)