Top Chinese celebrity: Debuted from Running Man

Chapter 431 "Smile" Wrap-up: Director Calls (10,000 words)
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Time flies by, and another half month has passed in the blink of an eye.

Inside the studio, a green screen was meticulously arranged to resemble the Sunset Peak from an ancient Chinese game world. A thin, artificial mist swirled around, interspersed with clumps of verdant, simulated bamboo and willow trees.

"Lingling~~"

The clear and bright sound of the guzheng, like pearls falling on a jade plate, rang out, melodious and lingering, carrying a touch of tranquility after a fresh rain in the mountains.

The musician, dressed in white, sat alone all day amidst the bamboo shadows and moonlight, playing his zither in solitude, seemingly detached from the world.

Until a female knight-errant dressed in bright red, like an uninvited guest who had stumbled into a fairyland, broke the frozen picture. Her lively figure was reflected on the mirror-like lake, stirring up ripples, and the scene was as beautiful as an ink painting.

The red-clad swordswoman fluttered around the white-robed musician like a butterfly, occasionally picking unknown wildflowers and clumsily trying to weave a wreath.
Sometimes, out of nowhere, it would mischievously pull out a worn-out bowl, approach the musician who was intently playing the zither with a serene expression, and, in a playful, low voice, imitate a street vendor calling out:

"Singing for money! Singing for money! Young master, could you spare some money?"

The white-robed musician remained motionless, as if in deep meditation, but the barely perceptible upturn of his lips betrayed the indulgence and amusement in his heart.

The camera captured this beautiful, dreamlike scene, filled with sweetness, peace, and an indescribable warmth.

All the staff held their breath, afraid of disturbing this tranquil beauty.

Until a sound—

"Click, it's done!"

Lin Yufen's voice came through the walkie-talkie, carrying undisguised satisfaction and a kind, aunt-like smile.

She picked up the walkie-talkie and added, "Okay, that's the end of the morning's filming. Everyone, go eat!"

This afternoon we're preparing to film Xiao Nai's final scene. Props team, please put in a little extra work and get the set ready beforehand. We'll try to get it in one take and leave a perfect ending!

"Is Teacher Gu wrapping up filming this afternoon? So soon..."

"I'm so reluctant to part with him. To be honest, Teacher Gu is the most famous yet most approachable and down-to-earth top star I've ever worked with in all my years in the industry."

"Yes, yes, not only is he kind and approachable with no celebrity airs, but he also treats us extras and staff to milk tea and fruit almost every day out of his own pocket."

Last time I was moving props, he walked by and actually called out my name and greeted me! I was completely stunned!

Upon hearing this, the extras and staff members who were watching showed a rare and genuine reluctance on their faces. They whispered among themselves, their words filled with respect and affection for Gu Qing.

Even director Lin Yufen, after the initial joy, couldn't help but sigh, and the happiness in his eyes was quickly replaced by a deep sorrow.

The overall filming progress of "Love O2O" is even smoother and faster than Lin Yufen initially expected.

This is largely thanks to the two lead actors, Gu Qing and Jing Tian.

As they became increasingly immersed in their roles, their off-screen relationship seemed to heat up in tandem. The sweet interactions between the couple didn't feel like acting at all.

The scene was so natural and fluid that it seemed to be happening in real life, often causing the onlookers to grin like idiots or scream excitedly in hushed tones.

Even she, a middle-aged woman who had long passed the age of yearning for love, often couldn't help but feel a sense of longing when watching the images on the monitor.

This shows that

How powerful is the "destructive force" of the chemical reaction between these two?

But the thought of finishing Gu Qing's scenes in the afternoon, and then officially wrapping up filming and leaving the crew, made him...
Later, the crew was left with only those young actors who often gave her splitting headaches and whose acting was inconsistent...

Lin Yufen couldn't be happy at all, as if the backbone and anchor of the crew was about to be taken away.

the other side,
The moment the director yelled "Cut!", several observant staff members immediately jogged forward and skillfully helped Gu Qing and Jing Tian remove their elaborate traditional Chinese props.

They meticulously adjusted the costumes, while others used handheld hairdryers to gently blow away the fine sweat from their foreheads and the backs of their necks.

"Wow, you're amazing at playing the piano! I think you've only been learning from the teacher for a short while, and you're already playing this piece so well!"

Jing Tian moved closer to Gu Qing, tilting her head up with eyes full of admiration.

She was still wearing that dazzling red dress, which made her skin look as white as snow and made her look beautiful and charming.

"To correct you, I just played the guzheng, not the guqin. There is a difference between the two."

Gu Qing nodded to the staff member who helped her with her coat to express her gratitude, then turned to look at Da Tian Tian beside her, who was filled with admiration. She raised her eyebrows slightly and smiled with a hint of pride. "I can't help it, I have a good memory and I'm quick to learn."

"If I had your photographic memory when I was a kid, why would I need to be in the entertainment industry? I could have gone straight to Tsinghua or Peking University and become a female scientist!"

Jing Tian hugged Gu Qing's arm, leaning almost half her weight on him, and pulled him toward the familiar little dining table next to the RV.

"Erxi, Yiran."

Gu Qing caught a glimpse of Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye standing together not far away, looking in his direction. He stopped and waved to them with a smile.

"Senior (Master)!!"

Zhang Jingyi's clear almond-shaped eyes suddenly lit up like lamps.

Zhou Ye was still as lively and cheerful as ever. The two of them almost immediately ran to Gu Qing's side, their faces filled with undisguised joy.

just,

Upon getting closer, they all instinctively and with a hint of guilt and fear glanced furtively at Senior Sister Jing Tian, ​​who was smiling at them.

An invisible pressure weighed on my heart.

They will never forget that on the afternoon of the day after filming the modern scenes of "pre-wedding preparations," the crew was preparing to move to another location and leave the school.

When they saw Gu Qing from afar, they excitedly rushed over to greet her. Zhou Ye, being even bolder, secretly opened his arms and gave Gu Qing a hug.

And then this hug...

At that moment, they seemed to subconsciously overlook Senior Sister Jing Tian, ​​who was standing next to Gu Qing.

The warm smile that had graced that once beautiful and innocent face instantly cooled and froze at a speed visible to the naked eye.
Finally, it transformed into the coldness of an Arctic glacier. Although the corners of his mouth still maintained an upward curve, the temperature in his eyes was enough to freeze a person.

Just that one glance,
Zhou Ye's heart sank when he saw this, and he froze in his embrace.

This also caused Zhang Jingyi, who was originally following behind and also wanted to muster up the courage to get a farewell hug, to suddenly lose heart like a punctured balloon and timidly shrink back.

They were filled with doubt: Senior Sister Jing Tian had only gone out to record a program, so how come she had become so "aggressive" and "possessive" after coming back?

Previously, I was always smiling, kind, and caring towards those two younger schoolmates.

Now, there's a subtle hint of... hostility in those eyes?
During the three weeks of intensive filming that followed,

Looking at Senior Sister Jing Tian, ​​who clung to Gu Qing like a piece of candy every day, her eyes filled with dependence, she was just like a little girl in love.

Even if Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye were slow on the uptake, they would understand.

Senior sister is clearly... fallen in love with him!
That is, from that day onwards,
Aside from the few normal exchanges they had with Gu Qing within the script's prescribed plot,
In private, there are almost no more opportunities to spend time alone or have a private conversation.

Jing Tian always appears "just in time" next to Gu Qing.

This is not,

Gu Qing's initiative to invite them over for dinner surprised and delighted Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye.

"Senior, is there something you need from us?"

Zhou Ye was bolder, his bright almond-shaped eyes fixed on Gu Qing, completely unlike the "coward" beside him who instinctively tried to shrink into a quail whenever he saw Senior Sister Jing Tian.

She simply chose to ignore the murderous glare.

The main theme is: "With no senior sister in mind, drawing the sword is naturally divine"—a fearless attitude.

Zhou Ye thought to himself with a sense of righteous indignation:

I am also a member of the "Gu family," and I can love Gu Qing too!
To paraphrase a saying passed down privately by her sister Bingbing: As long as you're bold enough, Gu Qing can take maternity leave!

Ahem, of course, the former is just wishful thinking.

The latter is more realistic; as long as one can maintain a good relationship with Senior Gu Qing and preserve a positive connection,
In the future, if people are willing to send you a congratulatory video or recommend your new drama on social media, it can reduce a large part of the troubles and obstacles you may encounter on your future path to stardom.

This is the intangible influence that comes with top-tier traffic and industry status!

"Nothing special, it's just lunchtime. We thought it's been a while since we ate together, so let's eat together."

Looking at Zhou Ye's "ready to die" expression, Gu Qing couldn't help but chuckle and said, "After filming the last scene this afternoon, I'll officially wrap up my filming."

I've successfully completed the task that Sister Bingbing and Sister Xun entrusted to me to take care of you.

"From now on, when you're filming on set, you two need to be more serious and attentive."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the two girls, and said with gentle admonition, "If the director scolds you again, there will be no one like me to stand up for you and plead for you."

He could clearly feel the strength of Da Tian Tian's arm tightening slightly as she held his, and a hint of emotion hidden beneath her seemingly calm smile.

Therefore,
For nearly a month, Gu Qing deliberately kept her distance from Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye.
I hardly had any communication with them outside of work, just so as not to affect Jing Tian's filming state and emotions, and to ensure a harmonious atmosphere on set.

He knew very well that
When actors are immersed in the emotions of their characters, their emotions are sensitive and vulnerable.

But now,
His scenes are coming to an end, and it's time for him to step out of the identity of "Xiao Nai" and return to real-life interpersonal relationships.

Gu Qing had no ill feelings towards Zhang Jingyi or Zhou Ye.

even,
When the three of them met, Jing Tian hadn't even joined the film crew yet.

Ever since Gu Qing became an overnight sensation, aside from her own company that's completely out of its mind,
Most people he encountered in the industry greeted him with a smile.

Some were flattering and ingratiating, some were eager to befriend him, and some were merely polite and courteous. At least on the surface, he could hardly sense any malice.

Everyone he met seemed to be a "good person".

Perhaps they have a hidden side – they like to act like big shots towards staff, they are tyrants on set, they are sycophants, or they are low-class hooligans.

However, Gu Qing's position and the aura surrounding him made it difficult for him to see those "sides".

Others may be hostile to others, but to him, they will always show the "good" side.

Gu Qing naturally wouldn't, and had no need to, be the villain who "slaps a smiling face."

not to mention,
Behind Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye stand two leading actresses who have been influential in the entertainment industry for over a decade and have extensive networks.

We've all had meals together and exchanged favors, so there's bound to be opportunities for future collaborations within the industry.

Before leaving,

Both emotionally and logically, there should be a proper farewell; there's no need to deliberately avoid suspicion or hide anything.

……

"Senior, after filming this afternoon, are you...are you leaving already?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ye's bright smile froze instantly, as if a pause button had been pressed. A wave of sadness washed over her, drowning out her earlier joy.

Even Zhang Jingyi, who had been secretly happy to be able to eat together and had been keeping her head down, suddenly looked up in a panic.

Her almond-shaped eyes slightly opened as she looked at Gu Qing, her small lips parting slightly, looking completely bewildered.

Their reactions weren't entirely acted.

With their current acting skills, they couldn't portray such a genuine and natural sense of loss.

Rather, it was the time spent together day and night during that period.
Gu Qing's charm, both on and off screen, has unknowingly captivated Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye, two inexperienced young women!
They are essentially still students who have not yet officially entered the core world of fame and fortune in the entertainment industry; at best, they are ordinary school beauties with outstanding appearances.

Although he was never short of suitors, most of the people he met were just idle, low-class rich kids from decent families, with ordinary or even greasy looks and demeanor.

But suddenly one day,
They encountered a dazzling superstar who previously only existed on television screens and online trending topics, radiating immense brilliance.

Moreover, he is a top idol whose looks, temperament, and talent are all impeccable.

Such a distant and unattainable being, yet he was able to spend every day with them.
They will patiently teach them acting techniques.
I'll treat them to a meal and a chat.

They would speak up for them when they were scolded by the director and felt helpless, and afterwards they would gently comfort and encourage them...

Plus,
The internet is flooded with stories of his legendary achievements: every time you open your phone, it's a notification about "his 300 million yuan salary for one film."

"The ratings for 'Nirvana in Fire' have reached a new high, breaking XX records."

"Gu Qing's commercial value is at a critical juncture"...

This aura makes him a unique and dazzling figure in the eyes of tens of millions of people.

Admiring strength is human nature.

She has top-notch looks, amazing wealth, a prestigious position in the industry, and such a gentle and considerate personality that can provide emotional value... and every single one of them is top-notch!
Even in the most daring fiction novels, you can't find such a perfect male protagonist. How come these two actually encountered and came into contact with him?
Is this liking? Is it admiration? Is it longing? Or is it aspiration?
Perhaps all these complex emotions are intertwined.

Even the tens of millions of fans who can only see Gu Qing's photos and videos on the internet can hardly resist his all-around charm.

Not to mention those who see him in person every day and experience his words and actions firsthand. The impact of this close proximity is devastating.

"Master, after filming... could you stay a few more days? Just... just take a break..."

Even Jing Tian, ​​who was initially a little jealous, couldn't care less about her feelings at this moment. Her eyes uncontrollably reddened, and she tightly gripped Gu Qing's sleeve, her expression pleading and reluctant.

Gu Qing simply looked at her, gently shook her head, and did not reply.

Some farewells are destined to be unavoidable.

At that familiar little dining table, the same four familiar people sat down once again.

But this time, the atmosphere was completely different from usual.

Gone were the usual laughter and lighthearted banter; everyone just silently lowered their heads, mechanically rummaging through the food in their lunchboxes.

A somber and melancholic atmosphere, like an invisible mist, lingered, making even the air seem heavy.

After finishing her meal, Jing Tian, ​​unusually, didn't want to do anything and didn't pester Gu Qing to rehearse or chat as usual.

She sat there confidently on a small stool, facing the busy film crew, and then stretched out her hands.
She hugged Gu Qing tightly from behind as he was reading the script, burying her face deep in his back and refusing to let go.

Gu Qing could feel the slight trembling of her body and the warmth of her clothes being soaked with silent tears coming from behind her.

He sighed inwardly, but did not push her away. He simply let her hug him, gently placing one hand on the back of her hands that were folded around his waist.

until--

The last scene of the afternoon, which was also Gu Qing's final scene in the drama, was about to begin filming.

The scene depicted is actually the dreamlike beginning of the entire story, the starting point of the fate between "Yi Xiao Nai He" and "Lu Wei Wei Wei".

In the game world, 'Yi Xiao Nai He' took the initiative to find 'Lu Wei Wei Wei' and, under the pretext of participating in the Couple PK Tournament and needing a strong alliance, proposed to become a couple.

Later, one person provided the betrothal gift (a magical artifact), and the other provided the dowry (a ring), witnessed by all the online players.
Arriving at the Three Lives Stone, they made their vows and officially became a couple.

This scene can also be considered a "group photo" of the entire crew in the game scene.

Almost all the actors and extras playing game characters changed into their own gorgeous or quirky virtual costumes and dressed up for the occasion.

Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye were no exception; they stood in the crowd dressed in elaborately designed game costumes.

"Is it... still impossible to escape?"

Zhang Jingyi gazed at the stone bridge that had been erected in front of the green screen, and at the symbolic ancient tree at the bridgehead, where Gu Qing, now dressed in flowing white robes and as handsome as an immortal, stood.
And beside him was Jing Tian, ​​a radiant woman in a bright red dress.

A bittersweet feeling kept welling up inside her.

With great difficulty, she had previously avoided the "heartbreaking" scenes in the modern drama filming, where she would be a supporting character watching Bei Weiwei and Xiao Nai prepare for their wedding.

Unexpectedly,

As Gu Qing's filming was about to wrap up, she still wanted to witness him "marrying" his senior sister Jing Tian in the drama.

Zhang Jingyi felt she was about to break down, and felt so wronged she wanted to cry.

How come she always seems to encounter the most unfortunate and heartbreaking things?!

"Xiao Nai, Weiwei, are you ready?"

Lin Yufen, holding a megaphone, shouted, "All departments, take your positions! Once you're ready, I'll call 'start' right away!"

"Director, wait a minute."

Gu Qing raised his hand first to signal.

then,

He turned his gaze to Jing Tian, ​​who was clearly distracted beside him.
She whispered, "Weiwei..."

"Um…?"

Upon hearing Gu Qing's voice, Jing Tian pursed her lips, forcing herself not to cry.

The thought that Gu Qing would leave right after filming this scene made it impossible for her to portray a cheerful mood.
"I'd like to do this scene in one take, is that okay?"

Gu Qing gently tidied the strands of hair that were falling down her bangs with her fingers and said softly, "I want to finish filming it happily. Before I leave, I'll give you a gift."

"..."

Jing Tian bit her lower lip and turned to ask the director for ten minutes to adjust her emotions.

ten minutes later.

"Attention all departments! 321, Action!"

At Lin Yufen's command, the entire scene fell silent, and all cameras focused on the center of the scene.

In the artificially created background sounds symbolizing the flow of players in the game world,
On that ancient stone bridge, beneath a lush, man-made ancient tree, stood a striking couple, a man in white and a woman in red, who would stand out anywhere.

"Luweiwei, have you checked the official website for the latest news?"

Yi Xiao Naihe's voice has a unique coolness and magnetism.

"Master, you asked me to become your partner in the game, it's not just for the upcoming Couples Duel Tournament, is it?"

Luwei tilted her head slightly, her tone inquisitive, "But... why did you come to find me?"

"Because you are the only female player to break into the top ten of the server's dueling rankings."

Yi Xiao Naihe's answer was concise and direct, carrying an acknowledgment of his strength: "Your strength is very strong."

"..."

Luwei was a little embarrassed by the straightforward praise from the number one player in the entire server, but she felt more joy and excitement at being recognized.

'Yi Xiao Nai He' is a legendary master who consistently ranks first on the leaderboard. If you could become his partner, wouldn't it be much easier to do quests and dungeons together?
Without much hesitation, Luwei, who had just experienced the betrayal of her lover, readily agreed: "Alright! I agree. Let's go, let's go to the Three Lives Stone to witness it."

"Wait a moment."

Yi Xiao Naihe called out to her, and a dazzling weapon with top-notch attributes appeared on the trading interface. "This is... a betrothal gift."

Faced with the lavish spending of a master who can unleash divine artifacts at the drop of a hat...
Lu Wei frantically rummaged through her backpack for a while before finally finding a ring with ordinary attributes but a unique design.
She handed it over apologetically, saying softly, "This...this is my dowry. I'll make up for it later."

The two swapped their in-game weapons.

Subsequently,

Beside the Three Lives Stone, symbolizing eternity and vows, amidst the cheers and witnesses of all online players, the system announcement solemnly resounded:
"With reeds swaying gently and a smile that seems to say 'I love you,' we have made our vows and today we are united as a couple, officially becoming the 158,999th couple on this server. May they walk hand in hand through the martial world, loving each other dearly and happily ever after..."

In the game screen, above the IDs of the two characters, there are unique titles and symbols symbolizing a romantic couple.

"Cut! Perfect! One take! Gu Qing, that's a wrap!!"

Lin Yu stood up, picked up the walkie-talkie, and spoke loudly.

"Clap clap-"

Congratulations, Teacher Gu, on wrapping up filming!

"Thanks for your hard work!"

The entire studio fell silent for a moment, then erupted in thunderous, overwhelming applause and heartfelt cheers.

Many staff members even spontaneously stood up and gave Gu Qing, who was in the center of the room, a long round of applause.

"Flowers! Flowers! Bring the flowers over here quickly!"

"I'll deliver it, I'll deliver it!"

Faced with the bouquet of flowers prepared in advance by the crew to celebrate the wrap-up of filming, Zhou Ye reacted quickly, happily grabbing the closest and fullest bouquet of lilies.
He nudged Zhang Jingyi, who was still standing there in a daze and didn't dare to take the first step, with his elbow and urged her with exasperation, "Hurry up! If you don't go now, all the flowers will be given to others!"

Right now, Senior Sister Jing Tian is the one who can rival the two of us!

Seeing Zhang Jingyi's hesitant expression,

Zhou Ye added cruelly, "Be careful, you might not even get a chance to say a proper goodbye to Senior Gu Qing. He might just leave right away!"

"Senior sister...we'll be doing promotional work together when our show airs..."

Zhang Jingyi muttered something softly and without much confidence, as if making an excuse for herself.

But his body language betrayed him as he accepted the bouquet of flowers offered by the staff.

She carefully bent down to choose, and finally picked out a delicate and gentle pink bouquet.

Holding bouquets of flowers, the two women walked towards Gu Qing and Jing Tian, ​​who were surrounded by admirers, amidst the gazes of the crowd.

"Senior... no, now that filming is finished, you should call me Brother Gu Qing!"

Zhou Ye winked playfully, handed over the pure white lilies in her arms, and said with a sweet smile, "Congratulations on wrapping up filming! Everything went smoothly!"

"Thank you, Ono. And also, Shizui."

Gu Qing smiled slightly, stretched out her hands, and accepted the two bouquets of flowers carrying her blessings, holding them in her arms.

"Senior,"

Zhou Ye suddenly stopped smiling, her eyes becoming serious and direct, with a courage unique to a young girl, "Before I leave... can I hug you? Just as a farewell..."

Before she could even finish speaking, and before Gu Qing could give a clear response, she had already stood on tiptoe, opened her arms, and gently and quickly hugged Gu Qing.

however,
In that split second, perhaps driven by impulse, or perhaps because long-suppressed emotions finally found an outlet,

She kissed Gu Qing's left cheek lightly, as if by magic, with lightning speed!
Then,

Before anyone could react, Zhou Ye suddenly let go of her hand, turned around and quickly pushed through the crowd, leaving only his back view.

Jing Tian: "???"

Zhang Jingyi: "!!!"

She stood there dumbfounded, holding the bouquet of flowers she hadn't yet given away.

Senior sister, you're so amazing! Does Sister Bingbing know?!
The staff who witnessed this scene fell silent for a moment, then burst into even louder whispers filled with jeers and surprise.

"Jingyi, don't be like Xiaoye."

Seeing her pitiful, pleading eyes, Gu Qing chuckled, bent down, and gently hugged her deskmate, ruffling her hair. "Go on."

Zhang Jingyi's pretty face flushed bright red instantly, like a ripe apple. She seemed to have been paralyzed, her limbs stiffening as she stood frozen in place for several seconds.
Amidst the friendly chuckles around them, they turned and left this "place of trouble," almost floating away.

"Hu~hu——"

At this moment, Jing Tian, ​​standing next to Gu Qing, felt that her jealousy had not just been spilled, but had exploded!
His chest heaved violently; with each breath, he was just one step away from exploding on the spot.

"slight,"

Gu Qing seemed oblivious to her impending volcanic eruption, turning to her with a calm expression, "Did you bring your phone?"

"I didn't bring it! It's in the car!"

Jing Tian's answer was stiff and unyielding, as if she had swallowed ten pounds of gunpowder, with every word sparking.

"My gift to you is in your phone."

Seeing her puffed-up face, Gu Qing laughed instead, "Go take a look."

"Really?"

Jing Tian's attention was successfully diverted; her anger was instantly replaced by immense curiosity and anticipation, and she forgot all about being angry.
He quickly replied, "Then...then I'll go take a look right now!"

finished,

She jogged towards her RV, eager to know what mysterious gift Gu Qing had prepared for her.

Watching Jing Tian run away, Gu Qing's smile faded slightly.

He handed the bouquet of flowers in his arms to his assistant Zhao Ya, who had been waiting by his side, and then walked over to director Lin Yufen and screenwriter Gu Man to say a formal goodbye.

"Director Lin, Ms. Gu Man, thank you for taking care of me during this time. My part is finished, so I'll be leaving now."

"Xiao Nai, you're leaving already?"

Lin Yufen and Gu Man were both taken aback, their faces filled with reluctance and surprise. "The crew has prepared a simple celebration banquet tonight. Aren't you going to attend?"

At least... at least wait for Tian Tian to come back, and say a proper goodbye to her before leaving, right?

"No."

Gu Qing shook her head, her gaze drifting towards the RV, a complex look flashing across her eyes. She said softly, "I'm afraid... she won't be able to get out of character."

That's fine, it's good.

Lin Yufen and Gu Man exchanged a glance and instantly understood his intention.

They've directed so many productions, they know all too well how devastating it can be for actors to become so immersed in their roles that they can't break free.

Rather than getting entangled and sinking deeper into trouble, it's better to leave directly. Although it may be cruel, it might be the best protection.

"I see……"

Lin Yufen sighed, nodded, and did not try to stop him.

Gu Qing sighed softly and nodded to the two main creators again, "Director, Teacher Gu Man, I look forward to our next collaboration."

finished,

He didn't linger. He gestured to Zhao Ya and then walked out of the studio amidst the reluctant gazes of some of the staff.

And at this moment,
Jing Tian, ​​inside the RV, was completely unaware of all this.

"What? She kissed me right in front of me... no, it seems like she initiated it, even the great god didn't react."

"That brat is way too forward."

She angrily picked up her phone, plopped down on the sofa in a huff, and kept muttering to herself.

"Just because someone makes a move, does that mean you have to agree? Couldn't you have avoided it?!"

"Uh... wait, I think I was... the one who took the initiative too?"

"No! How can that be the same?!"

Having re-established the logical loop and regained her confidence, Da Tiantian opened her phone screen with a hint of resentment.

We'll see what kind of "gift" Gu Qing has prepared for her, and whether it can quell the "raging fire" in her heart.

Opening the chat software, I found a new message from Gu Qing that had been sent half an hour ago in the pinned chat box.

Driven by curiosity and a touch of defiance, Jing Tian clicked on the link.

however,
When she saw the contents, her angry face froze for a moment.

The message consisted of two audio files and a short text message.

The text read: "Next time you peek at my chat history, remember to delete the browsing interface."

Upon seeing this sentence, Jing Tian's pretty face turned pale instantly, and a sense of panic, as if she had been caught red-handed, welled up inside her.

But when she looked up and saw the names of the two audio files, her cheeks suddenly turned bright red, this time from extreme surprise and excitement!
The filenames of the two audio files are:
A Smile That Could Topple a City (Theme Song)
The Next Second (Ending Theme)
"This...this is...a song written for me by a master? A song written for our drama?"

Jing Tian was completely stunned, her mind unable to process what was happening for a moment.

She suddenly remembered that from the moment she joined the crew, she had been constantly nagging Gu Qing, taking every opportunity to pester him, pleading with him to give her a role in the drama.

Or you could simply write a song for her, even if it's just an ending theme.

Gu Qing never verbally agreed, saying things like she was "lacking inspiration" or "unable to write" lately.
It was just teasing her for being "insatiable" and making excuses to avoid it.

but……

The genius said no, but secretly... wrote two poems?!
"Two...two whole songs!"

Jing Tian blinked her long, fan-like eyelashes, and a huge surprise exploded in her heart like fireworks.

She even started happily calculating: adding to that the song he wrote for the movie "The Great Wall," titled "A Bridge of Fate"...

This back and forth
Doesn't that mean,

She and that "Sister Zhao," with whom she has a close relationship, are now evenly matched?!

"The master really cares about me!!"

Jing Tian came to this conclusion that made her overjoyed. Holding her phone, she wished she could kiss it twice.

She eagerly found her headphones in the RV, connected them to her phone, and excitedly played the two audio files one by one.

When Gu Qing's clean, clear, youthful yet magnetic voice, accompanied by a light and sweet melody, entered my ears through the headphones.

Jing Tian was completely immersed in the beautiful world created by the music.

The sweet and lighthearted lyrics of "A Smile That Captivates a City" and the delicate warmth of "The Next Second" seem to correspond to the relationship between Xiao Nai and Bei Weiwei.

This made her smile deepen and her eyes brighten.

Just as Da Tiantian finished listening to two songs and couldn't wait to jump out of the RV and run to find Gu Qing...

However, according to the production assistant, Gu Qing... had already officially left the crew ten minutes ago with her assistant.

The smile on Jing Tian's face froze instantly, draining all her strength and radiance.

She stood there blankly for several seconds, seemingly unable to process the information, before suddenly running back to the RV and bursting into tears.

at the same time,

Gu Qing was already sitting in the car, which was driving smoothly on the highway.

"Boss, where do we go next?"

Zhao Ya, sitting in the passenger seat, could clearly sense the somber and complex emotions emanating from Gu Qing through the rearview mirror.

she knows,
This is a stage that actors inevitably go through after completely detaching themselves from a role to which they have invested deep emotions.

This process of "breaking out of character" is often accompanied by feelings of loss, emptiness, and indescribable sadness, naturally making it difficult to feel good. As her assistant, she understood this perfectly.

"Let's just wander around the city for a bit and have a drive."

Gu Qing gazed at the scenery rushing past the window, gradually transforming from the suburbs into the city, his voice somewhat low.

"We'll find another hotel to stay at later."

He needs time and space to process his feelings and completely detach himself from the identity of "Xiao Nai".

The best way to get out of character quickly is to shift your focus and not let yourself be idle or immersed in the emotions of parting.

of course,

It's definitely impossible to immediately jump into a new job; that would only exacerbate the mental strain.

"Let's play for a few days and relax."

Gu Qing suddenly thought of someone—Da Linzi.

This chubby little boy has excellent speaking skills.

On his very first day of school, he patted his chest and said he would be his guide.

I did promise him that I would contact him when I had time after filming was over.

Now that filming has finished and there are no plans to take on new work immediately, why not take a few days to relax and enjoy the capital and surrounding areas?

Just as Gu Qing made this decision and felt a little relieved.

An unfamiliar phone number rang.

It wasn't from his phone, but from his assistant, Zhao Ya.

"Hello. Who is this?"

Zhao Ya answered the phone and asked professionally. She had initially assumed it was the media or a business partner.

She was about to decline or reschedule as usual, but after hearing the self-introduction on the other end of the phone, she was shocked and blurted out, her voice unconsciously rising a few decibels:
"You're... Director Kaige's assistant?!"

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(End of this chapter)