HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

A battleground?

Upon thinking of those three words, Xu Lang let out another sneer.

"I'm not here to find love, so what's there to be afraid of in a chaotic situation?!"

Thinking of this, he no longer cared, let go of Yang Ying and Zhang Liangying's hands, and walked towards Qin Feifei.

"Sister Fei, it's been so long! I've missed you so much!"

As he spoke, he leaned in, put his arm around Qin Feifei, and gave her a big hug.

"you..."

Qin Feifei tried to push Xu Lang away, but Xu Lang's words stunned her.

"Just a quick hug, and everyone's watching!"

"You shameless scoundrel!"

Qin Feifei thought helplessly to herself, but on the surface, she still smiled and hugged Xu Lang.

As expected, Xu Lang didn't go too far; it was just an understanding hug.

Turning around, he saw Liu Yifei, An Yixuan, Yang Mi, Zhang Liangying, Yang Ying, and others looking at him. He quickly waved his hand, adopted the air of a team leader, and said loudly:

"What are you all standing there for? Hurry up and get out and get on the bus, or there will be too many people."

Xu Lang's reminder was indeed correct; there were always a lot of people at the arrival gate.

The appearance of so many beautiful women at once immediately attracted the attention of passersby.

As more and more people gathered, Liu Yifei and the others adjusted their hats and hurried outside.

Hunan TV kept its word and provided extremely high-level hospitality to everyone who participated in the program.

The hotel has everything you need: a shuttle vehicle, a five-star hotel, and dedicated service personnel.

Xu Lang originally wanted to take Qin Feifei away alone, but Qin Feifei refused, saying she needed to rejoin the film crew.

Xu Lang didn't care. He took Zhang Liangying and followed Yang Ying, and got into a GL8 with the "Happy Camp" logo, heading towards the Hunan International Film and Television Convention Center Hotel.

Once in the car, Xu Lang playfully flicked Yang Ying's nose and said with a smile:

"Wow, you've already gotten on the bus in just a couple of days?"

"Isn't it all because of your name?"

"Of course, don't you know who I am?!" Yang Ying sat in the passenger seat, quite pleased with herself.

"You're so arrogant!"

Xu Lang shoved her head impatiently and asked in an interrogative tone:

"What have you been up to these past few days? Have you gotten to know Teacher He and the others well?"

"Is that even a question?"

Yang Ying counted on her fingers, speaking as if showing off.

"Producer Long, Director Luo, Brother He, and Little Jiajia all like me very much."

Upon hearing this, Xu Lang became suspicious.

Yang Ying is a pretty, clever, and capable girl. She's almost universally loved.

If she were to sweet-talk someone a few more times, very few men could resist her charm.

Xu Lang wasn't worried about her, and asked again:

"By the way, how's Liu Yan doing?"

"Her?"

When asked if she was Liu Yan, Yang Ying couldn't help but purse her lips.

"She's such a pushover, all she does is apologize, saying sorry to this person and that person every day."

Being bossed around by the crew, I was practically a handyman.

"Well..."

Xu Lang was truly unaware of Liu Yan's situation.

At first glance, it seems reasonable.

After all, Liu Yan was soft-hearted and it was her first time working at a TV station; she didn't know how to do anything.

In this situation, she would definitely be very careful.

Being bossed around and having to apologize to everyone when things don't go well is perfectly normal.

Think about it, this is the normal outcome for ordinary people trying to break into the entertainment industry.

If you can persevere, you have hope of making something of yourself.

If you can't get through it, then you're nothing.

Thinking of Liu Yan's timid appearance, Xu Lang felt a little guilty.

After all, she was also from Starway Studio, and it's not good for Xu Lang to see her like this.

"Looks like we need to give her more opportunities!"

After asking a few more questions, the group arrived at the hotel.

After Xu Lang and Zhang Liangying put their things away, they checked the time and it was already past four in the afternoon.

Xu Lang said to Yang Ying:

"Come on, show me where you work."

"Okay, come with me."

Yang Ying led Xu Lang and Zhang Liangying out of the room and headed towards Hunan TV across the street.

Upon arriving at the gate, before the three could even get close, the security guard came out and greeted Yang Ying with a smile.

"Barbie, you're here."

"Hmm, Uncle Wu, you look even more handsome today!"

"This kid is talking nonsense." Uncle Wu said, but he straightened his back even more and his smile became more obvious.

He didn't even ask the two people behind Yang Ying before letting them in.

"Wow, you're doing pretty well!"

"Of course."

Upon entering Studio One, a staff member greeted Yang Ying warmly.

"Barbie, you've come at the perfect time. We've been waiting for you. Rehearsal is about to begin."

At this point, he shouted at a girl in the distance:

"Hey you, Liu Yan, bring over all the props we'll be using later. Get them ready, we need them soon."

"Okay, it'll be here soon."

Following the sound, one could see Liu Yan carrying a large box, panting as she walked towards the stage.

Yang Ying looked inside, then said to Xu Lang:

"Brother Lang, you see for yourself. I have to hurry over there. I need to find a way to get more screen time on this episode of Happy Camp."

"Okay, go ahead."

Xu Lang watched Yang Ying's retreating figure, and sighed inwardly.

"This Yang Ying is really born to be in variety shows; she's quick-witted and likable."

Thinking of this, he glanced at Liu Yan, who was busily working in the distance, analyzing her strengths, weaknesses, and future direction.

"Are you really going to let her be a host?"

This was Xu Lang's previous idea, after all, Liu Yan started out as a host.

But now, seeing how hard Liu Yan was working, Xu Lang felt that it would be difficult for her to pursue a career as a host.

Even if she became a host, her personality and temperament would prevent her from becoming a top-tier host.

Besides eloquence and quick wit, top-tier hosts need the ability to control the flow of the show.

It needs to have presence!

Liu Yan, on the other hand, has a people-pleasing personality and always feels like she's being bullied.

With this kind of personality, one's ability to control a situation is definitely not good.

"Perhaps we need to re-plan her future path."

Xu Lang thought for a moment and then walked towards Liu Yan.

Liu Yan was holding a huge lampshade, which blocked most of her entire body.

"I'll help you."

"No need, no need, I can manage."

As Liu Yan spoke, she suddenly felt that the voice sounded somewhat familiar.

Peeking out from behind the lampshade, she wiped the sweat from her forehead, her face immediately lighting up with delight.

"Brother Lang, when did you get here?"

"I just arrived a little while ago."

As Xu Lang spoke, he reached out and picked up the lampshade.

"Where are we moving to? Lead the way."

"No, really no need."

Liu Yan still wanted to take the things from Xu Lang.

At that moment, Yang Ying, who was not far away, saw this and quickly slipped over.

She looked around and said loudly:

"Brother Lang, weren't you going to find Wang Tai? Why are you putting up a lampshade here?"

Her shout immediately alerted several busy staff members.

One of the people in charge quickly ran over.

Upon seeing Xu Lang, he recognized him immediately; he was the one who had turned "Happy Camp" upside down a few days ago.

He was a favorite of Director Wang, and even Producer Long and Director Luo dared not offend him.

Now, he's moving things here. If word gets out, the production crew will be in trouble.

"Oh dear, Teacher Xu, how can I let you carry this? Let me do it."

As he spoke, the man took the things from Xu Lang's hands, carried them away, and left.

Xu Lang clapped his hands and looked at Liu Yan beside him.

Liu Yan seemed to sense something was wrong, and lowered her head in shame, while urgently saying...

"Brother Lang, I'm sorry, I didn't do well. Please give me another chance, I will definitely try harder."