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

Chapter 150 An Airport Adventure

7:00 AM

Zhang Qi finished washing up.

This was his first long journey since he came into this world.

Anything can happen in a public place like an airport.

He's already quite well-known, so it's best to be careful.

So he calmed his mind and focused his spirit.

The Celestial Compass then appeared.

He silently asked himself, "Daily Fortune Telling, what should I be careful about at the airport today?"

The compass shimmered with light, and the runes on the surface of the divination tube flickered.

Several jade sticks flew out of the divination tube.

[Auspicious/Medium Fortune]

After promoting "Under the Hawthorn Tree," Zhang Yimou is preparing to leave Beijing. You can bump into him in the first-class lounge to let him know how hard you worked for the role and change his impression of you. (Reward: Box Office Lucky Charm +1)

[Winning the lottery, bad luck]

During the National Day promotional week, several film crews came to Kyoto to promote their new dramas. Kyoto Airport was packed with fans and media reporters. Make sure they don't recognize you traveling with Jing Tian. (Reward: Privacy Protection Fragment +1)

After reading the two divination slips, he understood.

As a well-known director, Zhang Yimou was forced to replace a role he was satisfied with due to external pressure, and he must have felt resentful.

They just won't lash out in front of you.

If you want a character to be truly liked by the audience, you can't rely on yourself alone.

The director must set aside his prejudices and truly acknowledge his understanding of the character.

Only when two people exert their efforts in the same direction can the characters truly come to life.

This chance encounter was a rare opportunity that allowed Zhang Yimou to see the effort he had put into the role and reverse his negative self-perception.

As for the second fortune slip, he felt it was really unlucky of him not to have checked the almanac before leaving home.

During the National Day holiday promotional period, airports will definitely be packed with people trying to catch a glimpse of celebrities.

It has a large number of fans and media reporters.

The media captured images of him traveling with Jing Tian.

If it weren't for spending a lot of money to buy the photos back from the media.

Otherwise, it will be used against you at a specific point in time.

The thought of spending money to buy the photos made his heart ache again.

To avoid being photographed, he deliberately chose a very ordinary outfit.

Let's check the time.

7:30

Just as Zhang Qilin was about to call a taxi, Jing Tian called.

As soon as Zhang Qilin answered the phone, Jing Tian's voice came through the receiver: "Are you up? I'm coming to pick you up now."

"No need to trouble yourself, just go straight to the airport."

"What's the trouble? It's just a matter of turning a corner."

"I just called a friend and they said there are a lot of media and fans of other celebrities at the airport right now. If we appear at the airport together, we're more likely to be photographed by the media."

"It's okay. When I got off the plane the night before last, the road was clear and no one was following me," Jing Tian said.

"Of course, you won't get any news coverage if you go alone. But if we go together, do you think the media won't take pictures? We both have movies coming out next year. When they call and try to sell you photos, will you buy them?"

"That makes sense. Okay then, I'll go straight to the airport. Be careful on your way here, and let me know when you arrive."

"Okay, you too, be careful," Zhang Qilin reminded him.

After hanging up the phone, Zhang Qilin hailed a car and headed straight to the airport.

Zhang Qilin arrived at the airport by car.

The airport entrance was in complete chaos.

Then I saw the dense crowd at the entrance.

Dozens of young girls, holding up light boards and banners, crowded on both sides of the exit, their eyes fixed intently on every nanny van that stopped.

There were also media reporters carrying long lenses and microphones, their cameras pointed at every possible celebrity who might appear.

After getting off the car, Zhang Qilin carried simple luggage, wearing a black baseball cap with the brim pulled low to avoid attracting attention.

"It's here! Isn't that the car?"

Which film crew is it?

A commotion broke out in the crowd as a black minivan pulled up, and reporters and fans immediately rushed over.

Taking advantage of the opening, Zhang Qilin quickly walked in along the edge.

He entered the airport terminal and couldn't help but exhale.

Just when he thought everything was fine, he was unaware that there were several paparazzi on the second floor who were constantly searching for familiar figures in the crowd with their cameras.

One of them picked up a camera, pointed it at Zhang Qilin, and zoomed in: "Hey~ isn't that Zhang Qilin?"

"That Zhang Qilin?" someone next to me asked curiously.

"The one from the Beijing People's Art Theatre."

"How is that possible? Ever since he became famous, I've never seen him leave the Beijing People's Art Theatre. How could he be here?"

"But I have a feeling it might be him. Should we have someone confirm?" the man said, picking up his communicator. "We've spotted someone resembling Zhang Qilin from the Beijing People's Art Theatre, wearing—"

Several paparazzi who were patrolling the airport received the news and quickly ran towards the entrance.

Zhang Qilin was unaware that he had been noticed.

He was thinking of running into Zhang Yimou in the first-class lounge.

The two sides were about to collide in just a few minutes.

Zhang Qilin was hurrying along with his head down when someone suddenly approached, their voice filled with suppressed surprise: "Boss, is that you?"

Zhang Qilin was taken aback. He saw a young girl holding a light stick of a certain celebrity looking at him with a surprised expression.

When Zhang Qilin looked up, the girl saw his face clearly and was so excited she almost jumped up.

However, she quickly suppressed her emotions and pulled Zhang Qilin towards a corner.

Zhang Qilin vaguely remembered this girl; she had come to see his performances several times, but he never expected to run into her here.

After turning the corner, the girl looked around to make sure no one was following before letting go of Zhang Qilin's hand.

She said excitedly and in a low voice, "Boss, it really is you! I couldn't believe my eyes."

Zhang Qilin saw the light sticks of other celebrities in the girl's hand and smiled amusedly: "What are you doing here—"

Seeing Zhang Qilin's gaze, the girl confidently picked up the light stick: "Boss, I'm earning extra money, but liking you is my life."

Zhang Qilin smiled and nodded: "Pretty good, but how did you recognize me? I thought I was dressed quite discreetly."

The girl smiled smugly: "Boss, you have a unique aura that I can tell at a glance. No matter how you try to fake it, it won't work."

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Zhang Qilin gave a wry smile: "Is it that obvious? How can I get to the boarding gate without being noticed?"

The girl smiled and said, "Boss, I know this place well. I'll take you there. Boss, where are you going?"

Zhang Qilin said with a smile, "I'm going to experience life for the sake of my new film."

The girl's eyes widened: "Wow, the boss is going to film a new movie! That's great! When can we see it?!"

After muttering to herself for a while, the girl suddenly stopped and said somewhat embarrassedly, "Boss, I'm sorry, I got too excited and asked something I shouldn't have—"

Zhang Qilin said with a smile, "It's okay, I believe we can see it in theaters next year, but this is a secret between the two of us, don't tell anyone else."

After saying that, he winked at the girl.

The girl was so excited she almost jumped up, but quickly covered her mouth and whispered, "Boss, don't worry, I promise to keep it a secret. It's between us."

Zhang Qilin gave the girl an OK sign.

The girl snapped out of her daze: "Right, right, I almost forgot about the important thing. Come with me, boss."

As she spoke, she led Zhang Qilin away from the main passage, deliberately choosing to go to secluded places, making many turns and detours.

After turning another corner, you'll see the first-class check-in counter not far away.

The girl stopped in her tracks: "Boss, I won't go over there. Have a safe trip."

Zhang Qilin nodded: "Thank you. I still don't know your name."

"My name is Zhou Xiaoyu. I live nearby. When the boss comes back, I can help cover for him," Zhou Xiaoyu said.

Zhang Qilin said goodbye to Zhou Xiaoyu and walked to the first-class check-in counter.

The staff warmly received him and quickly completed the necessary procedures for him.

Staff led Zhang Qilin through the VIP security checkpoint, and he entered the waiting hall in just a few minutes.

Following the signs, Zhang Qilin arrived at the first-class lounge, showed his ticket to the staff, and then entered the lounge.

The interior was spacious and not crowded. Some people were eating at the lounge, while others were enjoying tea.

Zhang Qilin brewed a cup of tea and found a seat.

A short while later, Jing Tian and Sister Zheng also came in.

Jing Tian plopped down opposite Zhang Qilin, while Sister Zheng went to get drinks.

Jing Tian looked around and, seeing that no one was paying attention to them, whispered, "Luckily, we listened to you and went our separate ways. The airport was much more chaotic than the previous two days."

Zhang Qilin took a sip of tea and said, "I heard that several big-name celebrities came and went today, so there were even more fans and media."

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"No wonder, it felt harder than usual when I came in. By the way, how did you get here? Did the paparazzi spot you?"

"I was lucky to run into a fan who knew the airport well. She led me through some less-known passages, which is how I got through safely."

Jing Tian's eyes widened: "Wow, you can even run into fans here? You're so lucky. I wonder when I'll ever have any fans."

"If you want to gain followers quickly, then you have to listen to me—"

As the two were talking, they heard a commotion at the door.

Immediately afterwards, Zhang Yimou, wearing sunglasses, walked in first, followed by a petite girl and a tall, handsome man.

When Jing Tian saw the group, she looked surprised: "Isn't this Director Zhang? Is he flying today too?"

"Say hello," Zhang Qilin said with a smile.

"That's not a good idea—"

Before Jing Tian could finish speaking, Zhang Qilin stood up and extended his hand to Zhang Yimou as he walked over.

Jing Tian was about to tell him not to be too rash.

Then Zhang Qilin greeted him respectfully, "Director Zhang, I didn't expect to run into you here."

When someone greeted Zhang, he couldn't help but frown.

In the first-class lounge, everyone was very well-mannered and did not disturb others.

His assistant was about to step forward to stop him when Zhang Qilin took off his hat.

Zhang Yi was taken aback, then pulled his assistant who was about to step forward and shook hands with Zhang Qilin.

"Xiao Zhang, what are you doing here?"

There was no emotion in his tone.

The man and woman behind Zhang Yi were surprised to see this. Did Director Zhang know this young man?