I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

The presenter on stage suddenly covered his mouth with his hand, his face showing utter shock. With a surprised and exclamation in his voice, he exclaimed, "Oh my God! I must admit, tonight is a night of miracles! Tonight, God not only kissed Cate Blanchett, but also two girls from the East!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire room fell silent.

Immediately afterwards, the presenter raised their voice and announced clearly and forcefully, word by word: "Two young girls who have just come of age will become the youngest Best Actress winners in Venice history! Congratulations to Cai Zhuoyan and Gillian Chung!"

As soon as the words were spoken, the award presenter was the first to raise his hand and applaud.

The audience was stunned for a moment, their faces full of astonishment. A few seconds later, thunderous applause erupted throughout the hall, sweeping across the entire awards ceremony.

However, many judges, foreign media, and industry insiders had strange expressions on their faces, knowing full well that Venice had once again used its usual balancing tactic—equally dividing the trophy. This year's Best Actress award had three winners at the same time, making it an unprecedented "triple jackpot."

The unexpected surprise instantly dispelled all the disappointment and frustration.

Gillian Chung, Ada Choi, and Mandy Fok instantly teared up, releasing all the pent-up grievances and pressure they had been holding in for days, and bursting into tears of joy.

The three immediately stood up, embraced each other and wept, then turned around and hugged and thanked each of the crew members around them.

"Congratulations to you both." Chen Kai smiled and stepped forward, gently hugging Gillian Chung, his tone sincere in his congratulations.

With tears in her eyes, Gillian Chung looked up at Chen Kaige with gratitude: "Thank you, director. Without you, I definitely wouldn't have won this award."

For this role, she risked her idol career, sacrificed many of her principles, and developed a special relationship with Chen Kaige that went beyond ordinary collaboration.

But at this moment, all her resentment and grievances vanished, and all her efforts paid off. She finally stood on the international stage and became the Venice Film Festival Best Actress.

"Don't cry, come up on stage to accept your award." Huo Wenxi gently raised his hand and wiped away the tears on Charlene Choi's face, his voice gentle and gratified.

"Thank you, Sister Wenxi," Cai Zhuoyan said, her voice choked with emotion.

She knew perfectly well that from accepting this controversial script, to withstanding the pressure of public opinion across the internet to continue filming, and then to successfully being shortlisted for the main competition, Huo Wenxi had been supporting and protecting her throughout the entire process.

Without Huo Wenxi, she wouldn't have won the Best Actress award today.

The male lead, Chef Xie, forced a smile and stepped forward to offer his congratulations: "Ah Sa, congratulations! From now on, you are a true international film queen."

His eyes held an undisguised sense of loss and regret.

As the male lead in "Blue Is the Warmest Color," he failed to be nominated for the Best Actor award. Watching his two female co-stars win international awards while he received nothing, his sense of disappointment and loss intensified.

At the same time, on Hong Kong Island, thousands of miles away.

Countless viewers who stayed up to watch the live stream erupted in cheers the moment they saw Twins win the Best Actress award at the Venice Film Festival and make history.

Everyone was overwhelmed with excitement and rushed to various social media platforms to post their celebrations.

[That's awesome! I knew they could do it!]

Good heavens! Hong Kong has finally produced two of the youngest international film queens in its history!

[Twins! Truly the pride of Hong Kong! They've really lived up to expectations!] [Hehe, now I'm even more curious about the movie itself. When will it be released? I heard they have a huge breakthrough performance in it!]

[You upstairs idiot! How dare you slander my idol? Give me your address, I'm coming straight here to find you!]

Public opinion across the internet has completely reversed, with praise and celebration replacing the previous doubts and insults.

Tonight, Hong Kong Island is filled with jubilant crowds.

Bars, nightclubs, and shopping district screens—wherever the Venice Awards ceremony was being broadcast live—transformed into a sea of ​​joy.

Many wealthy business owners simply booked out the entire venue, providing free drinks and food, allowing everyone to enjoy themselves and share in the joy.

Inside the Emperor Entertainment headquarters building, the atmosphere was filled with joy.

Tonight coincides with the Venice Film Festival awards ceremony, and all company employees voluntarily stayed behind to work overtime, gathering in the conference room to watch the live broadcast and await the results together.

When the news of Twins' award appeared on the screen, Chairman Yang slammed his fist on the table and laughed loudly: "Great! Fantastic! Our Emperor Entertainment has finally produced an international Best Actress! Listen up, everyone, tonight's supper is on me. Order whatever you want, no need to skimp on the bill!"

"Thank you, boss!"

Everyone cheered and jumped for joy, filling the entire conference room with laughter and creating an extremely lively atmosphere.

With a sharp look in his eyes, Boss Yang immediately instructed his assistant, "When they return to the country tomorrow, arrange for the entire company to go to the airport to pick them up. Make a grand entrance and give Twins the highest-level welcome ceremony so that everyone knows that our Emperor Entertainment artists have now stepped onto the international stage!"

"Yes, boss, I'll arrange it right away." The assistant nodded hurriedly, already planning the airport pickup process and arrangements for tomorrow.

In the company's break room, Edison Cheng stared at Gillian Chung on the screen as she was about to go on stage to receive an award. A barely perceptible hint of darkness and wickedness flashed in his eyes as he thought to himself: Now that she's a different person, an international film queen, I wonder if the feeling will be different from before.

"Edison Chen, what are you thinking about? Your eyes are acting strange, kind of sleazy." Guan Zhibing, who was next to him, noticed his unusual expression and couldn't help but frown and ask.

Edison Cheng instantly suppressed the distracting thoughts in his eyes and casually said, "It's nothing. I was just thinking about whether to throw an industry party tomorrow night to celebrate Twins winning the international Best Actress award."

"A party? Are there any pretty girls?" Guan Zhibing's eyes lit up instantly upon hearing this, and he became interested.

Edison Cheng chuckled and deliberately offered a hint: "You wish. The entire internet is watching them right now, and the media is on high alert. Are you sure you dare to stir up a scandal at this critical juncture?"

Guan Zhibing's excitement froze instantly, and he quickly composed himself, his face showing apprehension.

He had only recently signed with the company and was at a crucial stage in the start of his career. He dared not get involved in any scandals or controversies. If he made a mistake, even if the company didn't blacklist him, they would no longer give him priority in training, which would be a huge loss.

"Forget it, I'll just stay home and hone my acting skills," Guan Zhibing said sullenly.

A barely perceptible glint of disdain flashed across Edison Cheng's eyes as he inwardly mocked him: What a cowardly good boy! He knows all the female artists in the company, yet he's never even held a girl's hand. How utterly boring.

After a brief silence, Guan Zhibing suddenly remembered something and asked疑惑地, "By the way, Edison Chen, I saw you leaving Nicholas Tse's house early yesterday morning. Did you go to see him? But didn't he fly to Venice for the film festival a long time ago? Nobody was home." (End of Chapter)