I’m a Director, I’m Not Bad

Chapter 332 330 Master Xing knows me

Chapter 332 330. Master Xing knows me

September 26th.

Saturday.

Had dinner at noon.

Yang Mi looked at the four men in front of her and nodded:

"Not to mention, you guys look really handsome in these formal attires... Tingting, bring your camera here and there, I'll take some photos for them."

"Okay sister."

Sun Ting glanced at these four "handsome guys" in suits and leather shoes, and quickly walked to the study.

"Hey, Dami, who do you think is the most handsome?... Let me rank them in order."

Wang Sicong, who was also dressed in British high-end clothing, asked while adjusting the buttons of his shirt.

"Then my brother must be the most handsome. Do you even need to ask?"

"... Let's dig it open first, Lao Xu. The three of us will get some gold, silver and copper."

Hearing this, Jay Chou sneered:

"Tsk...please, why do you want to humiliate yourself?"

"You mean I don't look as good as you?"

Wang Sicong sneered:

"Did our Director Jay have any hallucinations recently? You don't really think you are a handsome guy, do you?"

"you……"

"You are talking to me with your eyes open. Is it polite to close your eyes when chatting with others?"

"..."

Jay Chou started to unbutton his suit without saying anything.

I'm going to have a fight with Big Lao Wang.

Personal attack, right?

Lang Lang, who was next to him, quickly waved his hand:

"Hey, hey, you two, look at me, look at me. Why are we starting to fight when we are having a nice talk? You two have your own merits. In this way, you are all giving me face... I will recognize the first one, okay. Right? You two should stop competing and tie for second place. Okay?"

"Your Yanjing accent is terrible~"

"You can't show off that you've changed your voice, okay?"

Lang Lang sneered.

At this time, Sun Ting walked out of the study and handed the camera to Yang Mi.

"Come on, come on, you all stand up... and pose. Xu, can you pay attention! Put that notepad down for me! Also, how many times have I told you to sit less when you put on a suit? There are no trouser lines anymore!”

"okay."

Xu Xin, who finally came to his senses, quickly stood up.

He has been thinking about the idea of "The Tip of the Tongue" for the past few days, and it is easy to get distracted.

After glancing at the camera, he stood next to Lang Lang.

Soon, the four buddies stood shoulder to shoulder and put on a cool pose...

With a "click", four men in suits and ties remained in the camera forever.

After taking the photo, Yang Mi checked it and nodded slightly:

"Well, as expected, my man is the most handsome!"

"Let's take a photo together?...I haven't worn a suit in a long time."

"Hehe, I don't want it. It's so ugly to take pictures with a big belly~"

Yang Mi directly rejected her brother's proposal, but began to serve as a guest photographer.

I took various photos of the four people before they were ready to set off.

All as a souvenir.

She feels that photos taken in this natural state are much more interesting than staged photos.

Today, three of the four handsome guys in suits are related to the Huabiao Award.

Xu Xin and Jay Chou went there because of "Secret", while Lang Lang filmed his own documentary when he was participating in the 2008 Olympic Games, which mainly talked about how he prepared the piano music behind the scenes.

"Lang Lang's Song: Dedicated to 2008"

But the actual truth is that according to Lang Lang himself, the film was purely used by CAA to enhance its commercial value.

The Olympic song "Starry Sky" was not difficult for him at all. He picked up the score and practiced it three times. After waiting three times, he had already begun to adjust the scale matching. In one afternoon, the entire piece had become "Langlangfeng".

This is the strength of the top three contemporary pianists.

The documentary he shot this time was also selected for the Huabiao Award.

Therefore, all three of them have to go.

And these three people have gone, so there is only one Wang Sicong left.

However, Big Laowang was quite coy at first and asked:

"If I want to go, do I have to have an identity? ...Assistant director, okay?"

He said this to Xu Xin and Jay Chou.

I mean, can I give him the title of assistant director to gain more knowledge?

As a result, before the two of them spoke, Lang Lang, who had always been in love with him, said:

"Just the bodyguards, specifically to stop the male fans, and let the female fans in for the three of us to digest."

The eldest young master cursed.

…

3pm.

It's almost time.

The red carpet for the Huabiao Awards starts at 4:30 p.m. and lasts for about an hour. An hour later, there will be an awards ceremony that lasts about two hours.

It will end just after 7:30, and the organizer will arrange a dinner at the State Guesthouse.

The venue this time is the Beizhan Theater, which is not too far from here.

"We're leaving, please be careful at home."

Hearing Xu Xin's words, Yang Mi waved her hands.

Two commercial vehicles were also waiting at the door. Dani, Zhang Jiao, and Lang Lang's male assistant Liu Wei drove two commercial vehicles toward Beizhan.

Gui Lunmei didn't come today, and neither did Yang Mi.

Yang Mi is pregnant and can't come. Gui Lunmei, on the other hand, went to film "The Thirty-Sixth Story" and couldn't make it.

In fact, it doesn’t matter whether it’s Xu Xin, Jay Chou, or anyone else in the crew.

"Secrets That Cannot Be Told" is already a thing of the past.

Although only two years have passed, too many things have happened in these two years.

Jay Chou's company is now in full swing.

With the strong ratings of "The Voice", Jewell has set his sights on a group of talented artists. And one after another, the business began to transfer to the motherland.

After Lang Lang signed with CAA, as the world's number one agency began to exert its efforts, his popularity in Western countries can be said to be at its peak.

Perhaps his reputation in China is not particularly well-known outside the music circle, but in the eyes of Westerners, he is already the top contemporary piano artist. No matter which country you visit, you will receive full courtesy.

Wang Sicong will not mention it.

Strictly speaking, he is not an insider. But Wanda’s business has been getting better and bigger over the years, and it is said that its market value may exceed one trillion in a few years...

All three are excellent.

Sometimes Xu Xin feels quite pressured to be friends with them.

But...it seems like he's not bad either.

In two years, he has completely taken off his hat as a young director with two films. After "The Wind", after proving his ability to control actors, big scenes, and carry the box office, although he only had two films Although it is only a work, it already has energy that cannot be ignored within the circle.

Time does pass quickly.

Friends are all working hard, moving forward, and striving to reach unattainable heights above their peers, so he can't be too far behind, right?

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but sigh while sitting in the car:

"Time flies so fast..."

"right."

Jay Chou nodded:

"I always feel like everyone is getting old in the blink of an eye~"

"..."

The three of them glanced at him in unison.

"Speaking of which, are you thirty this year?"

These are Xu Xin's words.

"You don't even have a party for a thirty-year-old. You're 31 after New Year's Day. It's time to have something grand, right?"

These are Wang Sicong’s words.

Under Jay Chou's increasingly ugly expression, Lang Lang nodded:

"Remember, there are more girls to call and the quality is higher. Just follow Lin Chi-ling's standards. You are 31 too. Don't call those Taiwanese girls who look like non-mainstream girls. They look like a little girl in a movie. They are messy. Let's be mature and steady. Invite some intellectual and elegant ladies to come over. Let's drink wine, cigars, and talk to you. Occasionally, they will look at you with admiration, and lean into your arms while talking coquettishly..."

"..."

Not to mention Jay Chou, Xu Xin and Wang Sicong were both dumbfounded.

"Okay...expert!"

The eldest young master was the first to respond.

While nodding, he looked at Jay Chou:

"That's a good idea. Let's have a quiet birthday on your birthday. We need some big sisters who are over 1.7 meters tall and walk with a breeze to take us. Let's dance the cha cha ~ waltz together. You can put your arm around my waist. I'm putting my arm around your shoulder... Lao Xu, how are you?"

"Well……"

Xu Xin slapped his mouth with an unknown meaning and coughed lightly:

"Ahem. What's wrong? I... may have to accompany my wife then. But I will definitely not miss my good friend's birthday party... Don't worry, my brother will definitely spend it with you."

"..."

After these words had passed through the three people twice, Jay Chou, who finally got the chance to speak, opened his mouth...

Maybe it feels ridiculous.

Maybe...a little speechless again.

Didn’t we lament the beauty of spring and autumn just now?

This...why are we talking about big sisters again?

but……

"Okay... okay, then... let's invite a more mature girl to come? A dress party?"

Seeing his agreement, Wang Sicong followed again:

"It's best to wear a mask. Women should wear lace, feathers, semi-transparent masks like stockings, half-covering."

"..."

Xu Xin and Lang Lang's eyes widened.

Looking straight at the eldest young master.

Damn...

Hello!

Jay Chou was also stunned...and nodded:

"Sure……"

Although he also felt ridiculous and speechless. I even wonder if this group of people are celebrating my birthday...or are they specifically looking for my eldest sister...

The most outrageous thing is that you have to wear a mask?

Do you expect a sense of mystery that much?

But my friends have said it, so what else can I do?

Pamper me.

Immediately afterwards, Jay Chou followed:

"How about inviting Lin Zhiling directly?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Wang Sicong spoke decisively first:

"I want to dance with her! I'll be the first!"

"Depend on!"

Lang Lang cursed subconsciously and said helplessly as if he was resigned to his fate:

"Then I'll be the second one. Lao Xu?"

"I take a look."

"..."

…

At 3:30, outside the Beizhan Theater.

The four people drove the car to a specially opened parking lot next to it and got out of the car directly.

As soon as we got off the bus, reporters on both sides quickly picked up their cameras.

Jay Chou's fans who had gathered outside the railing early started to scream after seeing him get out of the car:

"Ah!! Jay Chou!!! Jay Chou!!!"

Jay Chou, who was wearing big sunglasses, heard the commotion, smiled and waved, and was greeted by another wave of screams.

no way.

Among the four people...the last three put together can't compare to him.

This is an undeniable fact.

He has fans wherever he goes, it really can't be beat.

But fortunately, the three of them have become accustomed to it.

After getting out of the car, they all started to fasten the first button of the suit.

There is no need to explain this kind of suit etiquette, everyone knows it.

"Let's go."

Xu Xin said.

Take the lead and walk to the temporary waiting area set up with tents in the square in front of Beiying Gate.

For a while they were in the waiting area, heading north as the red carpet began.

When they arrived at the door of the big tent in the waiting area, Dani and the others, who had gone to the door in advance to complete the admission procedures, had already brought their admission numbers.

"Secret" is 19 and "Lang Lang" is 20.

This was communicated in advance.

Their entry numbers are quite high.

Who allowed so many people to come today?

"Assembly", "Mei Lanfang", "Ip Man", "Red Cliff", "If You Are the One" and so on.

All the big names gathered here.

Originally, "Secret" ranked third at the domestic box office in 2007, second only to "Assembly" and "Report". They should have been further behind.

But when asked if "Lang Lang" was on the 20th, they simply adjusted it forward.

Those who want to compete for the illusory status of these award ceremonies, let them compete.

Just a few of our brothers can come over and join in the fun.

Taking the number plate, he walked into the tent.

There are not many people coming now.

I have seen some of them on TV, but they are all seniors who have been famous for a long time, so naturally it is impossible to come over and say hello to them.

After Wang Sicong looked around, he asked in a low voice:

"Are you going to say hello?"

"No need."

On this occasion, Professor Zhang Dao's theory of "greeting is useless" was fulfilled, and Xu Xin shook his head slightly.

Looking at the temporary guest seats placed at the scene, he said:

"Let's find a place to sit and wait for us to be called over there."

So, a few people found a corner in the back row away from the door and sat down next to each other.

"By the way, I haven't asked yet, Lao Xu, which awards has "Secret" been shortlisted for this time?"

After hearing Wang Sicong's words, Xu Xin replied;

"Outstanding co-production, outstanding feature film, outstanding new director, and his award for outstanding music."

The last one I’m talking about is Jay Chou.

"Are you sure which one to take?"

"I do not know."

Xu Xin wasn't lying.

When he received the notice of being shortlisted for the Huabiao Award this year, Yang Mi took a quick glance at the list. He discovered that he had never seen many of the films in it...even in theaters.

Apparently it was either not released in theaters, or it was a film that was shortlisted for review but received a mediocre response in theaters.

For example, a movie he competed with for the Outstanding New Director Award is called "The Chess King and His Son."

Apart from knowing that the director's name was Zhou Wei and that he was making a modern film, he didn't even know what the other party's story was.

Moreover, he also knows the Huabiao Award's habit of awarding awards.

He must win one of these awards.

Let's divide the pork together.

Otherwise, "Secret", which won the Cannes Camera d'Or, was not disgraceful at the box office, but could not even win a single domestic award, which would be really rare.

While they were chatting about this award, Xu Xin heard the sound of high-heeled shoes stepping on them from behind.

Then a voice sounded from behind:

"Hello, Director Xu~"

The four people turned their heads in unison, and Xu Xin was stunned.

Black tight dress, black high heels.

Fair skin, bright red lips, and tied up hair...

He looks quite upright.

This girl... looks familiar.

"Director Xu, how is Mimi's health?"

"Well……"

After Xu Xin was stunned for a moment, he stood up and said with a smile:

"It's good, long time no see."

"Yeah, I haven't seen her since I attended the premiere of "The Wind" last time. I originally wanted to hang out with Mimi after the exam, but when I sent her a message, she said she was taking care of the baby as she was a month old. I I just wanted to wait until the baby was born before looking for her."

As soon as she said this, Xu Xin knew it.

Although I don’t remember her name, she should be Yang Mi’s classmate in grade 05.

After she finished speaking, she bowed to Jay Chou again:

"Hello, Director Jay, my name is Zhang Xuan. It's an honor to meet you."

"...Well, hello~"

Seeing the other person's hand as he bowed and held his wrist, Jay Chou stood up and shook it politely.

When shaking hands with Jay Chou, she bowed again.

After letting go of his hand, he looked at Lang Lang again:

"Hello, Teacher Lang Lang, it's an honor to meet you."

"Hey, hello."

After shaking hands with Lang Lang, she finally looked at Wang Sicong:

"Hello, Mr. Wang, my name is Zhang Xuan. Nice to meet you."

"Hello, we met last time at the premiere of "The Wind"."

"Yes Yes."

Zhang Xuan nodded quickly, and then looked at Xu Xin:

"Director Xu, my cell phone was broken and my phone number is gone. Can I leave you a new phone number? And... I can't find Mimi's phone number. If I hadn't met you here this time, I would have been with Mi Mi. It’s really hard to connect with honey.”

Hearing this, Xu Xin responded and took out the new BlackBerry phone he bought from his pocket...

This phone number contains all work numbers.

Usually Zhang Jiao holds it, but on this occasion he specially wanted to come back to receive his own.

After exchanging phone numbers, Xu Xin asked:

"Which crew are you here with this time?"

""Six Sisters of Yimeng", I played Xiu'er in it."

"Oh okay, I know."

"Has Director Xu read it?"

"Not yet, I've been very busy recently..."

After a brief exchange of greetings between the parents, Zhang Xuan took his cell phone and politely said goodbye to the others and left on high heels.

As soon as she left, Jay Chou asked Wang Sicong curiously:

"Did she go to the premiere of "The Wind"?"

"How would I know."

The eldest young master shrugged:

"But didn't Dami call all the classmates that day? There must be her... By the way, Lao Xu, do you know her?"

"I can't remember."

Xu Xin shook his head.

"It's okay if I can't remember her... I think her self-introduction to the rest of us was to remind Lao Xu of her name and give him a step down. It was obvious just now that Lao Xu didn't remember her... I'll ask him then. One sentence: Who are you? How embarrassing is that~"

After hearing Lang Lang's words, Xu Xin responded:

"Um."

"Tsk...you can feel the difference now."

Wang Sicong expressed some emotion:

"In this kind of situation, isn't it just an actor fawning over the director?...Hey, guess whether the next one is a man or a woman?"

"Okay, what are you betting on?"

"Just bet on who will treat you to dinner tonight. Anyway, you won't be full at the dinner, so you can't have a late night snack."

"Okay, I bet it's still a woman."

"I bet on men~"

"I also bet it's a woman~... Do you think I should shout: Hey, hey, take a look, the contact information of the famous director Xu Xin is on sale at a low price..."

"..."

Xu Xin twitched the corners of his mouth, looking at the eldest young master's fearless and shameless behavior...

So envious.

Why are you so thick-skinned?

While I was thinking about it, a familiar voice sounded:

"Haha, junior brother~"

Lang Lang and Wang Sicong's lips twitched at the same time...

Jay Chou laughed out loud.

"Ha~"

Xu Xin turned his head, looked at Huang Xiaoming walking towards him, and stood up to greet him with a smile.

"Senior brother."

"Uh-huh……"

As Huang Xiaoming walked, he also said hello to the other three people.

I’ve seen them all before on “The Voice” and are “familiar” with them, so they’re not so polite.

"Senior brother, which movie is this shortlisted?"

Xu Xin asked curiously.

Huang Xiaoming waved his hand:

"Presenters."

"Oh~~~"

Xu Xin nodded:

"I understand. What have you been busy with lately?"

"I'm busy with the handover work with the company, and I'm going to make an album by the way. I just shot a MV with BABY, didn't you know?"

"Uh... I don't know. I basically don't get involved in her affairs."

After speaking, Xu Xin asked:

"Senior brother is going to open his own studio?"

"Yes. But I bought the shares of Huayi in the first half of the year, and now I can be considered a small shareholder..."

Xu Xin smiled slightly after hearing this.

Pretend you didn't hear it at all.

Huang Xiaoming did not talk in depth, but turned his head and gestured to the faces that can often be seen in movies and TV:

"Junior brother, who do you want to meet? Can I take you with me?"

As an actor who is well-versed in both Hong Kong, Taiwan and the Mainland, Huang Xiaoming is indeed quite rich in terms of connections.

In addition, he is now a small shareholder of Huayi and Xiangtai's godson in Xiangjiang.

Not to mention... Looking at it this way, he is really quite capable.

But Xu Xin waved his hand:

"That's not necessary. We'll talk about it after the dinner tonight."

After hearing that he was not interested, Huang Xiaoming responded:

"That's okay. Then tell me who you want to meet when the time comes. I basically know them all."

"Um!"

"Okay...then I'll go to the organizer first. If you need anything, call me again."

"okay."

After watching Huang Xiaoming leave, Xu Xin returned to his seat.

I heard Jay Chou saying happily:

"Hey, Axin, do you want to drink Lafite or Mouton tonight?"

Xu Xin glanced at the unfortunate guy next to him and shrugged:

"Rinse your mouth with Lafite and quench your thirst with Mouton. I don't have any red wine at home anymore. I'm going to prepare two boxes and bring them back to restock... By the way, have you two agreed? Who will pay for tonight's consumption?"

"..."

Lang Lang was speechless.

Wang Sicong cursed and said:

"damn it……"

Xu Xin pretended not to hear.

As they continued chatting about each other, many unknown actors came over to say hello to Xu Xin.

To be honest, it's a bit like the job market.

All I had to do was bring out a business card.

And Xu Xin was polite to these people and had no airs.

When people come, just say a few words and give them your phone number if they want. Anyway, it’s just a work number and it doesn’t matter.

But there are so many people who can’t stand it.

It was as if these people had identified him.

Of course, Jay Chou also has many fans.

The entire waiting area was crowded with people at this moment, and it seemed that it had suddenly turned into a talent exchange market.

Various actors, directors, producers...

Xu Xin had already saved no less than ten phone calls from XX producers who proposed to cooperate with Xu Xin.

The entire waiting area also became noisy.

Until someone comes.

Coming is not the right word.

Rather, I should say the scene of walking into the waiting area.

As soon as he appeared, some young actors or film and television practitioners in the entire venue lost their voices.

The same goes for Xu Xin and the others who were huddled in the corner.

This man has medium-long hair, and his hair is gray against black and white.

He looks a little older and wears black-rimmed glasses.

But you only need to take one look and you will naturally call out his name...

"Master Xing..."

Wang Sicong's eyes widened:

"Why are you so old?"

"..."

Xu Xin and Lang Lang were speechless.

Finally, Jay Chou whispered:

"It's hereditary. We met once before, and the hair is the same. I asked, it's hereditary in the family. It turned gray very early, but it's just that the hair has been dyed and can't be seen. Now that he has retired behind the scenes to be a director, he is concerned about this. Don’t hide it anymore~”

"..."

After hearing this, Wang Sicong was stunned and suddenly said:

"I suddenly feel like crying. Is this normal?"

No one responded.

Xu Xin just sighed:

"well……"

He didn't know why he sighed.

But seeing Master Xing in front of him, he was connecting him with the actor who had been with him for ten or twenty years... Apart from this sigh, he couldn't find any other way to express his feelings.

After hearing this sigh, Jay Chou turned to look at him and said:

"Want to get acquainted?"

"……Can?"

"Actually, he doesn't like to be sociable."

First he shook his head slightly, but then he immediately pouted at Mr. Xing who walked in:

"But fortunately we had a pleasant chat before~ Let's go, maybe he has seen your movie."

The moment he heard this, Xu Xin suddenly trembled.

A warmth quickly rose up on his cheeks.

He blushed.

"Let's go."

"……Um!"

Jay Chou took the lead and took the three younger brothers behind him to go straight to Mr. Xing who arrived alone and looked unusually low-key.