I became a movie star at the age of three; Dilraba and I are childhood sweethearts.

When that small figure completely stepped out of the car.

The noise surrounding the entire red carpet paused eerily for a second.

For a second, it was as if time stood still.

All the cameras instinctively pointed at him.

The boy was wearing a dark blue suit.

The fabric shimmered like starlight under the light, as if the entire night sky had been draped over one's body.

What's most striking is his face.

Her forehead, which was usually covered by soft bangs, was completely exposed today, looking smooth and full.

That already impeccable face, under the careful makeup, lost some of its childishness and gained a breathtakingly handsome appearance.

Her eyebrows and eyes were like a painting, her nose was high and straight, and her lips were a rosy red.

He wasn't like a child; he was more like a god who had stepped out of mythology and was still growing up.

Click! Click! Click!

A second later, the shutter clicked as the volcano erupted.

The reporters have gone mad!

They completely forgot about the superstars who had just passed by, and also forgot about the film and television stars who hadn't yet appeared.

All the cameras were fixed on the boy.

"Xiao Chen! Look this way!"

"Director Xiao! Give me a smile!"

"My God! How beautiful this child will be when he grows up!"

Despite the blinding flashes and shouts that seemed to engulf him, Xiao Chen's expression remained unchanged.

His dark eyes calmly swept over the fervent faces.

It has neither the timidity of a child nor the arrogance of someone who becomes famous overnight.

He just stood there quietly, as if everything around him had nothing to do with him.

Wang Jinhua stood beside him, her back straight, her face radiating undisguised pride.

Xiao Chen didn't linger. He simply nodded slightly to the camera area before taking a steady step onto the red carpet.

His pace was neither too fast nor too slow; each step seemed measured with a ruler, precise and elegant.

Despite his small stature, he exuded the aura of a thousand troops.

The venue was filled with dazzling stars.

Xiao Chen was seated in the main creative area of ​​the "Infernal Affairs" crew, next to Andy Lau and Leung Chiu-wai.

The two award-winning actors immediately smiled when they saw him.

Andy Lau took the initiative to speak.

"Xiao Chen, you look very handsome today."

Liang Chaowei didn't say much, he just looked at him with admiration in his eyes.

Xiao Chen greeted him politely.

"Brother Hua, Brother Wei."

Then she sat down quietly, unlike other people attending such an event for the first time who looked around curiously.

His gaze was calm.

From the moment they entered, they landed on the huge Golden Horse Award trophy in the center of the stage and remained there for a long time.

In his previous life, Xiao Chen could only watch from in front of the television as others went up to receive the trophy.

And today, he sits here.

As a director.

The awards ceremony began soon, and the host went on stage to announce the awards.

Infernal Affairs lived up to expectations and began to dominate the charts.

Best editing.

Best sound quality.

Best Original Screenplay...

The name "Infernal Affairs" appeared on the big screen again and again, and the camera repeatedly cut to Xiao Chen's face.

He maintained a faint smile throughout, clapping earnestly each time, showing his happiness for the crew members who came on stage.

The awards ceremony is being broadcast live.

Xiao Chen's composure beyond his years amazed countless viewers in front of their televisions.

Finally, we arrived at the most prestigious awards.

The host excitedly announced on stage.

The winner of the Best Actor award at the 40th Golden Horse Awards is Leung Chiu-wai for his role in "Infernal Affairs"!

The audience erupted in applause.

Leung Chiu-wai stood up and shook hands with everyone around him.

When it was Xiao Chen's turn, Liang Chaowei paused for a moment, bent down, and gently hugged the young director.

He whispered in Xiao Chen's ear.

"Thank you, director."

Xiao Chen smiled.

"It's because you acted well, Wei Ge."

Liang Chaowei shook his head and didn't say anything.

He knew that without Xiao Chen's guidance on set, he wouldn't have been able to perform at his best in many scenes.

After the actors received their awards one by one.

The grand finale award: Best Director.

The award presenters were two highly respected veteran directors.

One of them opened the envelope, glanced at it, and deliberately kept it a secret.

"Oh dear, this year's Best Director, really..."

"Heroes emerge from among the young!"

Another person chimed in.

"It's not just a case of heroes emerging from among the young; it's an earth-shattering event!"

"When I was twelve, I was still playing in the mud!"

A burst of laughter erupted from the audience.

Twelve years old.

Everyone knows who they're talking about.

The camera focused on Xiao Chen again.

This time, he wasn't smiling; instead, he was pursing his lips and staring intently at the stage.

The award presenter drew out his words, whetting everyone's appetite.

"The 40th Golden Horse Awards, Best Director—"

"Xiao Chen! Infernal Affairs!"

The dust has settled.

The entire venue was instantly engulfed in thunderous applause and cheers.

The crew of "Infernal Affairs" jumped up excitedly and hugged Xiao Chen tightly.

Surrounded by the crowd, Xiao Chen stood up and straightened the collar of his suit.

He didn't immediately walk onto the stage, but instead extended his hand to Andy Lau and Tony Leung Chiu-wai.

The three people clasped hands, representing the soul of this film.

Then, he turned around and steadily walked up to the pinnacle of glory that belonged to him.

He accepted the weighty Golden Horse Award trophy from the presenter.

The trophy was very heavy, about half his height.

This scene is incredibly impactful.

A thin boy holds the most prestigious director's award in the Chinese film industry.

The host, Tao Zi, walked over, held the microphone to his mouth, and asked with a smile.

"Director Xiao, congratulations! You've become the youngest Best Director in the history of the Golden Horse Awards!"

"Is there anything you'd like to say to everyone at this moment?"

The whole place fell silent.

Everyone was curious about what kind of acceptance speech this young man who had created a miracle would give.

Is it gratitude and excitement, or tears of joy?

Xiao Chen didn't look at the host, nor at any of the faces in the audience.

He looked up and his gaze precisely located the main camera lens on site.

Through that lens, he saw himself in his past life, eating instant noodles in a rented room and watching the Golden Horse Awards ceremony over and over again.

A few seconds later, he spoke.

"Next time I receive an award, I will stand here as the Best Actor."

In a word.

There were no thanks, no formalities.

There was only one earth-shattering declaration.

The entire venue fell silent for three seconds.

Immediately afterwards, an even more intense scream erupted.

The superstars in the audience had various expressions.

Andy Lau's face was filled with astonishment.

Liang Chaowei's eyes lit up.

A twelve-year-old who became a best director is already amazing enough.

And now, this best director is saying his goal is to be the best actor?

That's incredibly arrogant!

But I don't know why.

When everyone saw the look in Xiao Chen's eyes, all their doubts got stuck in their throats.

There was no arrogance in those eyes, only undisguised ambition and conviction.

It tells everyone that what he said is true.

Moreover, he will definitely be able to do it.