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Chapter 146 Brother, You're Two-Timing: The Last Rehearsal

As soon as Zhou Jing finished speaking, Zhou's father and mother focused their attention on Zhou Yan, their eyes filled with questioning. "Shi Tou, what exactly happened?" Zhou's father asked.

"Yes, where's Piaoxu? I don't see her at all." Zhou's mother searched carefully but couldn't find Gao Yuanyuan.

"Mom, her name isn't Piaoxu, it's Gao Yuanyuan. She is indeed my girlfriend," Zhou Yan admitted.

"As for why she's not here, it's because Yuanyuan went home for the Chinese New Year," Zhou Yan explained.

"Brother, what about Fan Binbin?" Zhou Jing asked curiously.

"Binbin is also my girlfriend," Zhou Yan said, revealing Fan Binbin's identity once again when questioned by his parents.

"What?" Mr. and Mrs. Zhou's eyes widened instantly.

"Brother, you're two-timing me," Zhou Jing said with a look of disdain.

"What do you mean by cheating? That's so rude. This is true love," Zhou Yan retorted.

Zhou Jing curled her lip, not believing the other party's nonsense at all.

"Stone, have you had two girlfriends?" Zhou's mother frowned.

"Mom, they both know."

"They didn't say anything?" Mr. and Mrs. Zhou asked incredulously.

"What are you saying?" Zhou Yan knew what his parents were thinking. "Don't worry, they won't leave."

Today, their relationship is no longer simply that of boyfriend and girlfriend, but rather a community of shared interests.

"Children and grandchildren have their own blessings, and we can't interfere with your affairs," Zhou's father has now realized that Zhou Yan is in charge of the family.

"Shitou, when are you going to have a child? Mom is still young and can still help you," Zhou's mother urged.

"These next few years won't work. These are the years when my career is on the rise. Let's wait a few more years," Zhou Yan said, not wanting to let her child's situation interfere with her career.

"When will you let Yuanyuan and Binbin meet us?" Zhou's mother thought about it carefully and realized that her career was indeed more important.

"If you're not in a hurry to go back, you can get together after the New Year," Zhou Yan said after a moment's hesitation.

"No rush, no rush," Zhou's mother hurriedly waved her hand, "Your sister won't start school until after the Lantern Festival, we can go back before the Lantern Festival."

"Alright, I'll arrange for you to meet after the New Year."

Zhou Yan made arrangements for Zhou's father, Zhou's mother, and Zhou Jing.

They were each allowed to choose a room to stay in.

After resting for a night, Zhou Yan drove everyone to Tiananmen Square, the Great Hall of the People, the Yonghe Temple, and other places.

I tasted Kyoto roast duck, as well as other delicacies that I don't have in my hometown.

The happiest person was Zhou Jing, who was at the age where she loved to eat and play.

Zhou Yan also took his parents to buy clothes, New Year's goods, jewelry, and so on.

"Mom, I have to go to CCTV for rehearsal tomorrow. You can just stay home and watch TV. Don't go out; it's too cold outside," Zhou Yan reminded her.

Kyoto in February is unusually cold.

The wind was like a knife, chilling to the bone.

"Don't worry, I'll knead some dough and make dumplings today," Zhou's mother said, giving herself some chores to do.

I don't want to run around if I have work to do.

"Okay then."

On February 10th, which is the 2th day of the twelfth lunar month, Zhou Yan came to CCTV again for the final rehearsal.

This time, the requirements are the strictest, including makeup, costumes, stage movements, and so on. Everything must be exactly the same as on the day of the Spring Festival Gala. In other words, this is a rehearsal.

Zhou Yan's costumes were also made.

He was wearing a red Tang suit with the characters "福" (fortune) and "喜" (happiness) printed on it, which looked particularly festive.

Zhou Yan also has her own backup dancers, but they do not interfere with each other.

Zhou Yan just sings her own songs, and the dance troupe dances along behind her.

Both are independent systems.

The stage lights were dazzling.

The audio equipment is from the top brands.

"Goodness, your outfit is way too flashy," Zhou Xun said, wanting to laugh when he saw Zhou Yan backstage.

"You don't understand, this is called celebration," Zhou Yan waved his hand dismissively.

The two were chatting backstage.

"Any plans for next year?" Zhou Xun asked casually.

"In addition to the release of 'The Assassin Couple,' we will also be filming a TV series based on Jin Yong's works."

"You're making a TV series based on Jin Yong's works?" Zhou Xun's eyes widened.

"What? You're the only one allowed to take pictures? I'm not?"

Zhou Xun and Li Yapeng collaborated on "The Legend of the Condor Heroes," with Zhou Xun playing Huang Rong.

Zhou Yan felt that this version of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" was the most magnificent and grand, and that it was first-rate in terms of both scenery and music.

However, the broadcast was met with a barrage of criticism.

First, there's Zhou Xun's voice; viewers criticized it as having a "duck-like" voice and said it would be better to use dubbing, etc.

Secondly, Ji Yapeng's performance made Guo Jing look like a fool.

Therefore, the number of subsequent rebroadcasts is far less than that of the 83 and 94 versions.

Zhou Yan quite liked this movie, especially its opening theme song, "Heaven and Earth Are in My Heart".

very good.

"Why don't you film the dramas you wrote?" Zhou Xun asked curiously.

"I will definitely continue to film, but I may shift my focus to movies in the future." Zhou Yan has too many works to film them all.

Therefore, we must make some sacrifices and focus on the film market.

As for TV dramas, they can be used to train the company's artists.

If a few "chosen working people" like Wang Yibo, Ju Jingyi, and Yang Mi could emerge, each capable of supporting an entire company, [Nanhua Film & Television] would take off immediately.

"If you come across any good projects, don't forget your sister," Zhou Xun reminded her.

There are no true friends in the entertainment industry.

Self-interest is more important.

Look at Yang Mi, Tang Tang, and Liu Shishi, they used to be such good friends.

They've fallen out over their interests.

"Don't worry, I'm definitely thinking of you," Zhou Yan assured him.

After chatting for a while, the rehearsal officially began, and the staff rushed over to inform Zhou Yan.

"Sister Xun, I'll go get ready now."

"Okay, keep it up." Zhou Xun watched Zhou Yan leave.

Zhou Yan arrived at the waiting area and waited quietly.

Several staff members were arranging everything nearby.

Soon, it was Zhou Yan's turn to perform.

"Hurry up and go up," the staff member instructed.

Zhou Yan stood on the elevator and appeared on the stage.

The music of "Gong Xi Fa Cai" (Wishing You Prosperity) begins to play.

Zhou Yan looked at the crowd below; most of them were staff members, and some were family members of leaders.

Zhou Yan was dressed in a festive red Tang suit, and her hair was neatly styled.

In addition, his handsome face immediately caught everyone's attention upon his appearance.

"Congratulations on your fortune! Congratulations on your wonderful day! The best is for you, the bad is for you!"

Zhou Yan sang as she walked forward, looking very serious.

The Spring Festival Gala is a stage for millions of households, and even for overseas Chinese.

Every move you make is under scrutiny, so it's better to be serious.

Once the restrictions are loosened, I'll start jumping around again.

When Zhou Yan finished singing, thunderous applause erupted.

Young girls, in particular, were very excited.

After Zhou Yan finished singing, she walked off the stage and handed the song over to someone else.

Lunar New Year's Eve arrived in the blink of an eye, and Zhou Yan arrived at the studio early.

At this moment, a large number of reporters gathered outside CCTV, and they all surrounded Zhou Yan when they saw him arrive.