Huayu 02: The Days of Extreme Pulling and Rolling with the Fairy

Early November

Jiaxing Grand Theatre, Zhejiang Province

Jiahe Ancient County, with a thousand-year history of water charm.

In the autumn of 03, Jiaxing was slightly chilly in the misty rain. On weekdays, the city is quiet, beautiful, and the pace of life is slow. When you come to Jiaxing, you can see the painted boats on Nanhu Lake or stroll with friends along the bluestone alleys.

But as the sun set, traffic jams formed early in the morning near the Grand Theatre. The reason is simple: today is the co-hosting of the 23rd Golden Rooster Awards and the 26th Hundred Flowers Awards.

In the past, the Hundred Flowers Awards and the Golden Rooster Awards were separate, but gradually, considering the need to avoid wasting national resources, the two awards were combined. After 05, they were separated again and are now held on a rotating basis each year.

Outside the Grand Theatre, the red carpet stretched out for a long time, and various media outlets arrived early on both sides of the red carpet. Today's film festival was broadcast live on CCTV3, and all the artists were in their best condition.

Huang Lei arrived very early. As the director of the opening film "38 Degrees", he received a lot of attention from the media.

Several reporters surrounded Huang Lei for an interview. Huang Lei first affirmed the role of the award in promoting the film industry, and then promoted his new film. Just as the interview was about to end, a reporter came over.

"Professor Huang, what are your thoughts on the recent media hype surrounding the Huang-Xie dispute?"

Huang Lei was just waiting for this guy to make arrangements, and he looked puzzled as if he had never heard the rumors before.

"Is that so? Students' main task is still studying. Of course, I support creative work in their spare time, but I have no interest in the Huang-Xie dispute."

The yellow bean's expression could be as innocent as could be.

The reporter Wang Zhonglei had arranged immediately followed up with, "Are you saying that the other party wants to create this kind of news to gain attention?"

Huang Lei shrugged and said, "I don't know about that, but I think we should focus on the work itself and stop with these petty tricks."

  

After saying that, Huang Lei smiled, turned around, and entered the venue.

The reporters exchanged glances, all sensing the underlying sarcasm in his tone. The conflict between Huayi and Bona seemed to have become more concrete. Judging from his words, they were all thinking that Xie Jin was playing tricks, and there was more to write about.

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Xie Jin and Miss Liu sat side by side in the back of the carriage, and no one broke the silence.

With sixty films competing on the same stage, Xie Jin had high expectations, but she still told herself to stay calm and composed.

My heart was just beating uncontrollably fast.

"Hey Xie Jin, aren't you nervous?"

No.

"Oh, I think someone's not telling the truth. Your palms are sweaty."

Xie Jin wiped the sweat from her hands with a tissue, took a deep breath, and said, "Let's go, it's our turn."

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The car that Yu Dong arranged was very well soundproofed. The moment you opened the car door, the flash of the camera made you want to cry, and the sound of camera shutters was incessant.

Xie Jin bent down slightly and stretched out his arm. Miss Liu put her arm around his arm, and the two walked on the red carpet like a golden couple.

Xie Jin thought the journey of a few dozen meters would only take a few dozen seconds, but she was unexpectedly stopped by the reporter.

"Xie Jin, what do you have to say about your hype surrounding the Huang-Xie conflict?"

What's your opinion on Huang Lei's advice to focus on the work itself?

Do you think your current creative work is interfering with your studies?

"Do you think your new drama's ratings will be...?"

"Isn't your use of such inappropriate hype tactics somewhat damaging to the industry ecosystem?"

A series of questions overwhelmed Xie Jin, who knew without a doubt that someone was playing dirty tricks.

Xie Jin was genuinely annoyed.

I haven't even given any interviews in the group, and you're still doing this? Are you trying to disgust me?

Xiao Liu knew best that Xie Jin hadn't paid any attention to those people these past few days, and her face turned bright red with anger in the face of all sorts of accusations.

"We're not creating any hype!"

Xie Jin shook her head at her, then looked at the reporter who was jumping the most excitedly. Xie Jin leaned closer to stare at the camera, her anger barely contained.

If you're not going to disgust me, then I might as well just touch you.

Are you asking me if there's any such thing as a conflict between Huang and Xie?

The reporter, a little nervous, swallowed hard: "Please answer directly."

"Then listen carefully, it didn't exist before, but now it does."

"There's no point in petty squabbles. Let's let the ratings speak for themselves since this show is airing at the same time."

The incident caused a great stir, and the reporters exchanged glances.

I never expected that a young man in his early twenties would possess such a fierce and powerful aura, like a tiger that can devour an ox in three days.

After speaking, Xie Jin took the young lady Liu's hand, ignored the remaining reporters, and strode into the venue.

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Xiao Liu nudged Xie Jin, "Don't be angry."

"I'm not angry. If he's willing to stand on his tiptoes, then I don't mind stepping on him to get there. It's starting now, let's watch the awards ceremony."

The Hundred Flowers Awards and the Golden Rooster Awards are co-hosted, and the usual practice is that the Hundred Flowers Awards opens and the Golden Rooster Awards closes.

Although both are film awards, they are very different.

The Hundred Flowers Awards are decided by votes from hundreds of thousands of viewers, which leans towards commercial films and is relatively fairer, since the votes cannot be manipulated on a large scale.

However, the Golden Rooster Awards are selected by an expert jury, so art films are more popular, as they tend to focus more on human relationships and social interactions.

The guests and key members of the various creative teams took their seats, and the host, Li Yong, went on stage and made a few lighthearted jokes.

The Hundred Flowers Awards have few categories, only five: Best Supporting Actor and Actress, Best Actor and Actress, and Best Feature Film. (Supporting actors and actresses are also eligible for the Best Actor and Actress awards.)

There are no behind-the-scenes awards, mainly because they are decided by audience votes.

Generally speaking, people in the art and photography fields are well-known within their circles but unknown outside of them, so there's no need to establish awards for them.

After a short musical performance

The Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress awards at the Hundred Flowers Awards have begun.

A montage flashed across the screen, showcasing memorable scenes of several supporting actors from the film.

Finally, nominations were announced.

Wang Zhiwen's *Together with You*, Li Youbin's *The Stormy Waves*, Fu Biao's *The Story of Escorting*, Xia Yu's *A Policeman's Appointment*, Ge You's *Kala is a Dog*, and Wang Jinsong's *When a Man Falls in Love*.

The teacher was on Xie Jin's other side. Despite his usually carefree attitude, Lao Wang was sweating and restless at this moment.

"Teacher, didn't you say you were indifferent to fame and fortune? Why are you so nervous now?"

Old Wang blushed and whispered, "You unfilial disciple, I just wanted to move up a bit more, I should move too."

"Tsk tsk tsk"

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"The winner of this year's Best Supporting Actor award is..."

"......"

"......"

On the screen, Old Wang, looking fierce and menacing, began demanding payment, revealing his thuggish nature in a way that was frightening to watch.

"Wang Jinsong's 'When a Man Falls in Love'!"

Σ(°ロ°)! !

Master is amazing! He even got the Best Supporting Actor award for playing a gangster?

Wang Jinsong was stunned for a second, and Xie Jin nudged him before he thought of standing up.

The producers and directors in the vicinity shook hands with Lao Wang one by one.

Wang Jinsong's award for his acting skills was not unexpected for his competitors, given his proven acting ability.

As expected of a seasoned veteran, after a brief moment of excitement, the master's award speech was concise and powerful.

The school was mentioned twice, and the Party Secretary and Dean expressed their gratitude both times.

They mentioned Xie Jin three times and Miss Liu twice, practically making it seem like they had engraved the greatness of my two students on their foreheads.

Old Wang came back all smiles. He showed the trophy to Xie Jin, and then handed it to Xiao Liu to hold.

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Xie Jin wasn't particularly interested in the fact that she wasn't nominated for Best Supporting Actress for "When Men Fall in Love".

This year's Best Supporting Actress awards went to Yuan Quan for "Beautiful Big Feet", Tao Hong for "Extreme Danger", Ding Jiali for "Kala is a Dog", Naren Hua for "Heavenly Grassland", and Wang Tong for "Autumn Meteor Shower".

In the end, Yuan Quan won the award, while the others could only force a smile.

After the Best Supporting Actress award was presented, the Hundred Flowers Awards were already halfway through, and Xie Jin started to get nervous.

Because today's first major award has begun.

Those who should be nervous are starting to get nervous, while those who know they have no chance are looking around and observing.

"Based on votes from 600,000 viewers nationwide, he has been nominated for Best Actor at the 26th Hundred Flowers Awards."

"Lu Qi's *DXP*, Ge You's *Kala is a Dog*, Xia Yu's *A Police Appointment*, Li Youbin's *Stormy Waves*, Fu Biao's *The Story of Escorting*, Xie Jin's *When a Man Falls in Love*"

The montage played again on the screen, a dazzling display of light and shadow, and Xie Jinxin's heart leaped into her throat.

Generally, if you win Best Supporting Actor, you won't win Best Actor... but what if you do?

"get......."