Huayu: Traffic is king

Chapter 74 Chacha is here
During the fourth episode of "Idol Producer", which was the first public performance.

That afternoon, Gu Jingyi took a flight and then a high-speed train to Langshi City, Hebei Province.

In March, the temperature in Langshi has risen a little compared to before.

Gu Jingyi walked out of the station wearing a mask and went outside.

Today is a rare good day, no rain.

Gu Jingyi immediately spotted the staff holding the Huace sign. After comparing the license plate number in his mind, he opened the car door and got in.

His agent, Lin Ze, did not come with him this time. After tomorrow, Dior would officially announce his status as an Asian brand friend, and there were some additional terms that Lin Ze needed to follow up on.

The business car had single-sided glass, so outsiders couldn't see inside. However, the people inside were unaffected by the sunlight, which still filtered through the glass and fell on them. Even through his down jacket, Gu Jingyi felt warm.

Wait for Gu Jingyi to get in the car and park it properly.

The car started slowly and the driver drove very steadily all the way.

Gu Jingyi, who had originally closed his eyes to rest, gradually fell asleep.

"Jingyi, wake up."

The car had arrived at the training base, and Gu Jingyi was a little confused.

"Wake up, we're at the entrance to the dormitory base. A lot of fans have gathered, and some of them seem to have recognized our car. Jingyi, get ready to get out."

The assistant's "get ready" wasn't about preparing Gu Jingyi for being surrounded, but about getting out a comb and a hair dryer. He combed Gu Jingyi's slightly squashed hair, which had just fallen on the back seat.

Gu Jingyi didn't wear any makeup today, but his appearance is handsome and aggressive.

His skin is in good condition, and he looks almost the same even without makeup.

When "Jingyi" was about to get off the car, the accompanying assistant Wang Lin suddenly called out Gu Jingyi's name.

Gu Jingyi responded and pulled his hand back from the door handle.

He turned around and raised his eyes to meet his assistant's.

"What's wrong? Do I need to wear a mask to cover up my green stubble?"

He's been a "monk" every offseason, so it's understandable if he suddenly grows a stubble...

Before he finished speaking, Gu Jingyi subconsciously touched his chin to confirm.

"No," said Assistant Wang Lin, a middle-aged man in his forties.

He looked at Gu Jingyi for a while and said, "You don't need to. You look great without makeup."

Wang Lin considered it for a moment and then asked, "Have you ever considered changing your hair color?"

"Is this what the program team meant?"

Gu Jingyi's first reaction was the production team. Generally speaking, actors have natural black hair. Unless the script requires it, few people will dye their hair.

If you film a movie with a red-haired and a green-haired guy, it will be easy for the audience to lose interest.

"Of course not. Even if the production team has requirements for other contestants, they can't have them for you."

Wang Lin smiled, and his beer belly swayed a little.

"It was the company's suggestion during the first and second public performances. Jingyi, you always have black hair, and although you stand out on every stage, from a stage effect perspective, dyeing your hair would make you more distinctive."

Wang Lin looked at Gu Jingyi seriously. "For example, among a group of trainees with black or chestnut hair, the one with a lighter or more eye-catching color is more likely to catch people's attention."

He hesitated for a moment and then suggested sincerely, "I really think you're suitable for hair dyeing. You have a good face shape, a good hairstyle, and fair skin. People with fair skin can easily pull off any hair color."

"The biggest advantage is that your face has a high degree of folds. Your facial features are deep, so no matter what hair color you have, it won't steal the show."

Although what he said was true, Gu Jingyi still felt a little embarrassed by this guy's sudden praise.

"I have considered it. I have considered haze blue, platinum gold, and silver gray. In the first and second public performances, I mainly used vocals. In the third public performance, I want to challenge dance."

Gu Jingyi nodded and stated his plan: "Dance music is more dynamic and has a great advantage in creating an atmosphere. The better the atmosphere during the performance, the easier it will be to attract votes."

"If I dye my hair, the audience can see me at a glance and only look at me."

Wang Lin smacked his lips. He glanced at Gu Jingyi with a puzzled look and said, "Do you still need to go this far? When you stand there, the audience will only see you."

This is true. Gu Jingyi has earned the nickname "Gu Stopwatch" since he started filming "Idol Producer". Every time he appears in the same frame with other trainees, there are always passers-by or some fans who are there to make fun of him:

"I'm really not a fan of anyone. The guy on the left (Gu Jingyi) was defeated in seconds!"

From Kun Kun and Nong Nong to the pitiful "Rap Leader", none of them could escape the fate of being outshone by Gu Jingyi, and a few fans were unable to stop the vicious comments from passersby.

Together, they gave Gu Jingyi the derogatory nickname "Gu Stopwatch".

On Douban, "Stopwatch" has replaced "Big C" and "Emperor" as the derogatory term specifically referring to Gu Jingyi in the "Idol Producer" group.

Huace had previously attacked Gu Jingyi for deleting an entry, but after the haters found evidence, they used screenshots from before and after to give Gu Jingyi a new derogatory nickname, "Gu Shanshan."

It is better to loosen than to block, and it will not cause any substantial consequences anyway.

Huace did not continue to perform.

Gu Jingyi alone has taken up most of the popularity of "Idol Producer", and other trainees can only pick up the scraps that he doesn't want.

His behavior of "eating alone" still attracted jealousy, and a clear example was that several companies joined forces to make up negative names for him.

Gu Jingyi has a good attitude. Controversy brings popularity.

No matter how much the haters jump up and down, they can't stop him from walking on the shining diamond road.

"For this performance, I'd like to choose a slightly more intense dance piece. The more unique the color, the better it will enhance the stage effect."

Although still in the car, Gu Jingyi had already made his decision.

"Okay, then spend the next few days figuring out your hair color. In a couple of days, the company will send a top-notch stylist to design it for you. And remember, don't touch the hair dye provided by the production team."

Although the program team also prepared hair dye for the trainees, the colors were relatively simple.

The brand is also a random one and does not meet any safety standards.

Gu Jingyi would naturally not ignore the risk of damaging hair quality due to unqualified products for the sake of temporary convenience.

Compared to the hair dyes that can be bought anywhere, the colors mixed by stylists using several tubes of dye are more natural and beautiful.

"Idol Producer" doesn't have strict control over hairstyles, and the only requirement is to report to the company. After consultation with the production team, the company can find time to send its own hairstylist to help the trainees with their hairstyles.

"Those hair colors you mentioned are nice, but they're all too light. You'll need to bleach them several times to see the results, and your hair might become dry. You need to be prepared in advance. The company will have the hairstylist bring conditioner and a hair mask."

"Jingyi, no matter how hard your training is, you must remember to take care of yourself."

For celebrities, not only the face is important, but the hairstyle is also an important part of their appearance.

Gu Jingyi has thick hair and good quality.

Wang Lin was afraid that if he got busy, he would spend every day in the practice room. When he returned to the dormitory, it was already early in the morning. He would take a quick shower and go to bed.

Ignoring the most important styling care issues will turn advantages into disadvantages.

It seems that the gain does not outweigh the loss.

"Okay, I know."

Gu Jingyi made a promise seriously, and after Wang Lin told him everything he needed to know, he let him get off the car.

"Ahhh, it's Gu Jingyi, make way, my husband is here!"

"Gu Jingyi, Mommy loves you!"

The girl standing in the front row held up her cell phone, almost poking the camera into Gu Jingyi's face.

The girls in the back row holding "cannons" were as steady as a rock. It was obvious that they had accumulated experience through years of shooting. They firmly occupied the best shooting positions and "clicked" together.

It can be seen that the fangirl in the front row was really unskilled and almost hit Gu Jingyi in the face.

He was about to speak to stop it when he saw a familiar face.

Is this Cha Cha? Why is she here at this hour?

　There are still 3000 words left. I will update 7000 words first, and then add the remaining 1000 words over three days. I was too busy on Monday.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)