Seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune, I became a legend in the entertainment industry by avo

Chapter 146 Unlocking the Way and Asking for Guidance

Zhang Qilin suppressed his excitement.

After bowing repeatedly to his colleagues in the production crew, he turned and walked backstage as the curtain fell for the last time.

Sitting in the VIP section, Brother Long asked Zhang Li, "Shall we go and meet this young man?"

Zhang Li smiled and shook his head: "No, we're just here to watch the show."

Brother Long was taken aback. He thought Zhang Li was going backstage to check on this young man and give him some publicity.

Especially with him present, it will definitely be the hottest news tomorrow.

Unexpectedly, Zhang Li didn't plan to go backstage.

Could it be that he guessed wrong and really just came to watch the show?

Brother Long still had questions in his mind, but he didn't ask them.

The atmosphere in the passageway leading backstage was completely different from that before going on stage.

Song Dandan smiled and patted Zhang Qilin on the back: "Good lad, to be able to perform at this level on your first time taking on a leading role, the future of Beijing People's Art Theatre depends on you guys."

Zhang Qilin humbly said, "Teacher Song, there were no mistakes today. It's all thanks to your help and the help of the rest of the crew. It's everyone's hard work that made this performance possible."

Song Dandan said, "I've told you so many times, don't be too modest. You did well today, that's all that matters."

Yang Lixin, who was passing by, said with approval in his eyes: "Dandan is right. You performed very well today, exceeding everyone's expectations. With this performance as a foundation, your future in the theater will be much easier."

Zhang Qilin's eyes lit up when he heard this.

Teacher Yang Lixin is the captain of the actors' team, and he is responsible for the casting of many plays.

Since he said that, I should be able to get more important roles in the theater in the future.

Thinking of this, Zhang Qilin jokingly said to Yang Lixin, "Teacher Yang, thank you for your kind words. I'll be relying on you from now on."

Yang Lixin was taken aback, then realized what he meant and said with a smile, "You little rascal—"

As I walked backstage, the other actors gathered around, offering words of encouragement and affirmation.

Zhang Qilin responded humbly to each teacher, expressing his gratitude for their guidance and support.

He knew that without this team supporting him, he wouldn't have been able to complete tonight's performance.

A short while later, Lin Zhaohua came over.

Upon seeing the director arrive, everyone stopped talking and looked at Lin Zhaohua.

Lin Zhaohua looked around and said loudly to everyone, "Everyone performed very well in today's performance. I would like to commend Zhang Qilin. After the accident in the crew, he withstood the pressure and completed the task assigned by the theater very well."

The other actors nodded in agreement.

Lin Zhaohua continued, "Of course, the success of a play depends on the efforts and cooperation of everyone. This team spirit is a valuable asset of our Beijing People's Art Theatre, and I hope everyone can continue to maintain it."

Upon hearing this, everyone backstage applauded enthusiastically.

After the applause subsided, Lin Zhaohua spoke: "The performance cycle of 'Wotou Guild Hall' has come to an end. Everyone has worked hard. A celebration banquet has been prepared in the canteen tonight. Everyone should go and celebrate properly."

Cheers erupted again, and everyone excitedly discussed the victory celebration.

After Director Lin Zhaohua announced the disbandment, everyone went to remove their makeup, preparing to have a meal together in the cafeteria later.

Zhang Qilin returned to the dressing room and was preparing to remove his makeup when the door was pushed open from the outside, and a staff member led a dozen reporters into the dressing room.

A staff member whispered in his ear, "Qi Lin, cooperate with the publicity department's interview."

Zhang Qilin really wanted to go home quickly, but he still nodded in agreement.

As a result, more than a dozen media outlets set up their cameras opposite him.

Looking at these media outlets, he felt a mix of emotions.

He had participated in several performances, but this was the first time so many media outlets had interviewed him backstage.

It seems there's a significant difference in treatment between lead actors and non-lead actors.

At this point, the media were ready, and they took turns asking Zhang Qilin questions.

"Qi Lin, first of all, congratulations on your successful performance tonight. How does it feel to be in the lead role in such a big production as 'Wotou Guild Hall' for the first time? Are you feeling a lot of pressure?"

"Mr. Zhang Qilin, you became the lead in a play less than a year after joining the Beijing People's Art Theatre, which is rare in the history of the theatre —"

How do you adjust your mindset when facing immense pressure?

The interview lasted for another ten minutes or so, with questions covering details of the performance, understanding of the character, and interesting anecdotes about working with veteran actors.

Zhang Qilin maintained a sincere attitude throughout the answers.

Finally, the staff signaled that the interview was over.

Zhang Qilin politely bowed to the reporters to express his gratitude, and left the interview room amidst another burst of flashing lights.

He was alone in the room. He let out a long sigh of relief. This interview felt even more tiring than acting.

He rested for a while, removed his makeup, and had just stepped out of the dressing room when another staff member approached him: "There are some of your fans outside asking if they can take a photo with you?"

Zhang Qilin nodded and followed the staff outside.

They happened to run into Lin Zhaohua, who had just finished arranging things.

Lin Zhaohua asked with a smile, "Qi Lin, where are you going? We'll have a get-together and a drink later."

Zhang Qilin explained the situation to Lin Zhaohua, who told him to go and come back quickly.

When Zhang Qilin walked into the hall, the old fans were still gathered together, discussing in twos and threes.

When these people saw Zhang Qilin come out, they enthusiastically surrounded him.

An old fan who had seen him in another play greeted him warmly: "Xiao Zhang, you acted really well tonight! Talk to your boss and ask him to get more roles!"

Zhang Qilin smiled and said, "Thank you for your support, I will."

Those around Zhang Qilin praised his performance highly.

Zhang Qilin thanked him repeatedly.

After dealing with these longtime theatergoers, Zhang Qilin was led by staff to the theater entrance.

At the entrance, fans, organized by Shen Ya, had already lined up, all eyes fixed on the courtyard, waiting for that figure to appear.

Fans showed excitement when they saw Zhang Qilin appear.

Thanks to Shen Ya's reassurance, the fans managed to keep their composure.

Upon seeing Zhang Qilin approach, everyone congratulated him on his successful performance.

Zhang Qilin thanked everyone for their support and then took a group photo with everyone.

Then, we each signed autographs, took photos, and had a brief chat.

Zhang Qilin tries his best to meet everyone's requirements.

Under Shen Ya's arrangement, the fans dispersed contentedly.

Before leaving, Shen Ya asked, "Brother Lin, the boss has almost finalized the casting. When will you be joining the crew so I can coordinate?"

"I'll be going for the audition at the end of September —"

Before Zhang Qilin could finish speaking, Shen Ya asked in surprise, "What? We have to audition again? The boss said I could join the cast directly. No way, I want to talk to the boss—"

Zhang Qilin interrupted Shen Ya: "Don't tell Dong Qiyu these things. This is something I discussed with the two directors, and it's the best solution for my public image."

Shen Ya nodded and did not refute further.

Although she didn't know what Zhang Qilin had said to the two directors, her boss had told her to follow up on these matters.

If she goes back and mentions it to her boss, she believes he will arrange for her to meet the two famous directors and learn about the situation.

At this moment, a staff member whispered in Zhang Qilin's ear, "Qilin, Director Lin is urging us to come; everyone is almost here."

"Okay, coming right away," Zhang Qilin nodded in response.

Seeing this, Shen Ya immediately said, "Brother Lin, I'll be going now."

After saying goodbye to Shen Ya, Zhang Qilin went to the restaurant.

Most people have arrived.

When Lin Zhaohua saw him come in, he waved him to sit at the head table.

After Zhang Qilin took his seat, Lin Zhaohua picked up the microphone and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, tonight we gather together to celebrate the successful conclusion of the 'Wotou Guild Hall' performance. Thank you all for your support over the past few months. Cheers!"

Everyone raised their glasses and drank them down, bringing the atmosphere to a climax.

Amidst laughter and cheers, the actors toasted each other, expressing their congratulations and gratitude.

Zhang Qilin moved through the crowd, constantly exchanging ideas with his seniors and colleagues.

11:00 in the evening

Zhang Qilin dragged his tired body back to his residence.

He threw himself onto the bed and closed his eyes to rest.

Everything that happened today was like a dream for him.

From the initial nervousness to the overwhelming praise after the successful performance, every moment replayed in his mind.

He lay motionless on the bed for a while before slowly sitting up.

When all the noise subsided, the road ahead became even more important to him.

Now that this performance is over, he can go out and film movies.

The outside world is more exciting, but it is also full of unknowns and challenges.

The stage is relatively pure, while the film and television industry is highly competitive, and one can easily fall into trouble if one is not careful.

To achieve success in the film and television industry, the most important thing for him is to avoid various pitfalls.

Thinking of this, he silently recited in his heart: "Unlock, open the altar, and ask for directions."

As he spoke, it felt as if a shackle on my body had suddenly shattered.

Immediately afterwards, the Heavenly Compass appeared before them.

The patterns carved on the white jade divination sticks tube above are even more intricate.

A faint light appeared on the surface of the twelve miniature stars that were originally dim and without light surrounding them.

A piece of information suddenly appeared in his mind.

[Opening a forum to ask for directions]

A careful divination can yield three fortune sticks, which can help you seize resources, establish a persona, build connections, and turn the tide against competitors when facing crossroads in life such as script selection, variety show contracts, and image transformation.

Spell:

The Heavenly Cycle is forty-nine, one is hidden away. Open the altar to ask for divination, good and bad fortune will be revealed, the secrets of Heaven can be seen, the divination slip will resolve your doubts, hurry as the law commands!

Hand-pressing the Noon-Midnight Formula:

Hold the left hand on the outside and the right hand on the inside, with the thumbs lightly touching and pinching each other (left for men, right for women, the opposite), and place them in front of the abdomen.

Each divination will deduct a certain amount of luck value based on the result, with a minimum of one hundred.

Looking at these instructions, Zhang Qilin hadn't expected it to be so complicated, requiring not only incantations but also hand gestures.

However, judging from the description, it is indeed much more powerful than Daily Fortune Telling.

He wanted to test it out, but seeing that each divination session deducted at least 100 points of luck, he was a little reluctant.

He currently has 1000 luck points, which he accumulated over six months.

He only gets a single-digit luck value for each time he avoids a risk; how long would it take him to accumulate 100?

If all his luck points are deducted at once, he won't have any left for divination if he encounters real danger, which would be a huge loss.

Let's hold off for now and use it only when we really run into trouble.

Hey~

To gain freedom, you need to earn more luck points.

Luck value is accumulated from multiple dimensions, including the reputation of the work, popularity, fan activity, public perception, commercial value, and even awards and honors.

In other words, if he wants his luck to snowball, he must continuously produce high-quality works that are universally acclaimed.

Good works bring popularity and attention, attention brings fans and commercial value, and these in turn boost luck value.

Only by entering this virtuous cycle can one earn more luck points, which can then be used to divine good or bad fortune.

Having figured all this out, Zhang Qilin decided to get a good rest tonight.

We will officially begin researching the new character tomorrow.