Huayu97: Starting with Wu Song Fighting the Tiger

"Goodbye!" Zhao Mei waved continuously at the cabin door until Liu Xiang's figure disappeared into the crowd before reluctantly turning her gaze away, silently thinking: Liu Xiang, you must call me in the future.

Liu Xiang walked out of the airport and took a deep breath.

The air in Dali was unbelievably fresh, carrying a faint fragrance of flowers and the scent of earth.

In the distance, the Cangshan Mountains stretch endlessly, with a few white clouds floating atop their peaks.

The nearby Erhai Lake shimmers like a giant sapphire.

The sky here is much bluer than the sky in Beijing, and the clouds here are much whiter than the clouds in Beijing!

Liu Xiang stood at the airport entrance with a stylish leather backpack, looking at the exotic city before her, her heart filled with anticipation.

TVB's version of "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" production team, here I come!

Huang Rihua, Chen Haoming, Li Ruotong, here I come!

Liu Xiang flagged down a three-wheeled motorcycle at the airport entrance and told the driver she wanted to go to Dali Film City.

In the 1990s, transportation in Dali was not very developed, there were not many taxis, and three-wheeled motorcycles were the most common means of transportation.

The driver was a dark-skinned man wearing a straw hat and with a cigarette dangling from his mouth. He deftly strapped Liu Xiang's backpack to the back seat of the vehicle, stepped on the gas pedal, and the three-wheeled motorcycle sped off.

The motorcycle traveled along the country road, flanked by lush green rice paddies and neatly arranged Bai ethnic minority houses. The Bai houses had white walls and gray roofs, with strings of red lanterns hanging from the eaves, giving them a rustic yet elegant look. Wildflowers of various colors bloomed vibrantly along the roadside, butterflies fluttered among them, and bees buzzed busily.

The wind blew on her face, carrying a faint scent of grass, and Liu Xiang couldn't help but close her eyes and take a deep breath.

This is Dali! It truly is a wonderful place!

The three-wheeled motorcycle traveled for about half an hour before finally stopping in front of a magnificent film and television city.

Liu Xiang paid five yuan for the bus fare, jumped off the bus, and looked up. She saw that the gate of the film city was built in the style of an ancient city gate, tall and majestic. A black plaque with gold characters hung on the gate, with five powerful characters: Dali Film City.

Several extras dressed in ancient costumes stood at the city gate, holding swords and laughing and joking around. Nearby were a few dilapidated trucks with the words "Hong Kong Television Broadcasts Limited" printed on them, as well as a few vans with promotional posters for "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" plastered on them.

As soon as Liu Xiang stepped through the city gate, she heard a commotion inside, including shouts from the director, lines from the actors, and clanging sounds from the props team.

He followed the sound and walked through an old-fashioned street, where a bright and open space suddenly appeared before him.

On a wide-open space, rows of palaces and residences in the style of the Song Dynasty were erected, with upturned eaves, carved beams and painted rafters, looking magnificent. The area was packed with people, with actors and staff dressed in various ancient costumes moving back and forth, extremely busy.

In the distance, in front of a camera, sat a man wearing a baseball cap, holding a megaphone and shouting at the top of his lungs: "Attention all departments! Lights! Props! Actors, take your positions! Scene 32 of 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils,' Shot 1, Ready—Action!"

Liu Xiang's eyes lit up!

This is the filming location for the TVB version of "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils"! It's truly impressive!

He was engrossed in reading when he suddenly heard someone call out behind him, "Liu Xiang! Liu Xiang! Over here!"

Liu Xiang turned around and saw Kang Honglei standing not far away, waving vigorously at him. Beside him stood three tall men, each with sharp eyes and straight backs, clearly skilled in martial arts.

Liu Xiang rushed over and excitedly grasped Kang Honglei's hand: "Director Kang! I've finally found you!"

"Haha, kid, was the journey smooth?" Kang Honglei patted Liu Xiang on the shoulder.

Then, he pointed to the three men beside him and introduced them one by one, "Come on, let me introduce you. This is our film crew's martial arts director, Director Ching Siu-tung! This is the first assistant martial arts director, Director Lam Di-an, and this is the second assistant martial arts director, Director Yuen Bun-yuen! These three are all top figures in the Hong Kong martial arts choreography industry. You're in luck today, kid!"

Ching Siu-tung! Lam Dian! Yuen Bin!

Liu Xiang's eyes widened instantly, almost jumping out of her skin!

These three are all renowned figures! Ching Siu-tung's martial arts choreography is elegant, agile, and imaginative, resulting in stunning visuals; Lam Dian's action direction is crisp and clean, full of realism, and he is especially skilled at designing close-quarters combat scenes; and Yuen Bun is a martial arts director whose name he has long admired since his past life, who has single-handedly created countless classic martial arts drama action scenes!

Being interviewed by these three big shots today is like having my ancestors' graves emitting auspicious smoke!

Liu Xiang quickly extended her hands, her voice trembling with excitement: "Coach Cheng! Coach Lin! Coach Yuan! I'm actress Liu Xiang! I've long admired all three of you! Especially Coach Yuan, I've heard so much about your talent!"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Bin raised an eyebrow, a smile playing on his lips. Cheng Xiaodong and Lin Dian exchanged a glance, then smiled and shook hands with Liu Xiang. Cheng Xiaodong's hands were long and strong, Lin Dian's palms were calloused, and Yuan Bin's palms, though calloused, were remarkably steady, clearly the result of years of hard work and experience.

"Director Kang mentioned you to us, saying you're quite skilled." Cheng Xiaodong spoke in a rough and powerful voice, with a touch of martial arts flair. "Our crew happens to be short of a capable stunt double. No matter which actor's high-difficulty stunt, I have to fill in for them. If you're really good, this position will be yours from now on."

Lin Dian, being an impatient fellow, patted Liu Xiang on the shoulder and said, "Kid, stop talking the talk and show us what you've got! Don't waste our time!"

Yuan Bin nodded, his eyes scrutinizing him: "Show us your fist and footwork, your tumbling and jumping, let us see what you're capable of."

Kang Honglei laughed and said, "Liu Xiang, don't be nervous. Show off your skills from the 'Water Margin' production team to the three directors!"

Liu Xiang took a deep breath and nodded immediately, without any hesitation.

Kang Honglei quickly had someone clear a space, and the surrounding staff and actors also curiously gathered around, wanting to see what this young man from Beijing was capable of.

Liu Xiang stretched her arms and legs, then assumed the starting stance of a long fist.

His body slumped slightly, his legs bent into a horse stance, his hands clenched into fists, protecting his chest. His eyes were sharp as an eagle's, and he exuded a fierce aura.

Immediately afterwards, he shouted and suddenly darted out, his fists swung with powerful force, and his steps were steady and powerful.