Chapter 4

The enchanting sound fills the ears, only then do I understand the value of Teacher Meng

After I checked in at the Victory Film Company under Meng Shengping, he entrusted me to his old friend Zhang Fangfang, whom I called "Sister Fangfang"

After the joke, he said somewhat seriously that I am a kind and good child, and as long as he sees me as a daughter, I will also be grateful and repay his kindness

However, it is too late. We have lived under the same roof for three years. During our time outside of work, Teacher Meng taught me to play the guitar, the piano, and to write lyrics and compose music. He advised me not to be idle and to enrich myself, but I have disappointed his expectations, having only learned to play mahjong, and even surpassed him in that. Last New Year's Eve, I visited my grandparents and had a reunion dinner, and I brought back some pastries made at home to celebrate the New Year with Teacher Meng. I received his red envelope, and I excitedly opened it, only to find ten yuan inside, whereas last year it was fifty yuan.

Under the arrangement of Sister Fangfang, I only take on one role per year. She said that an actor must maintain an air of mystery; excessive exposure diminishes one's value. The rarer something is, the more it holds the value of intrigue, and it can bring freshness and surprise to people. My image is very suitable for this approach.

Hearing this makes me want to avoid this profit-driven old man

The eyes of the staff members of the program group were all fixed on me, and I had no choice but to pick up my suitcase and walk in

He, like me, does not have a formal background in performance arts. He has auditioned for many production teams and was noticed by an agency, but they only offered him roles in low-budget productions. He thought he would have to play small roles for several years before he could have a breakthrough.

Tong Tong has been by my side since the beginning of my career, accompanying me step by step. She is the assistant hired for me by Taifeng Entertainment Company. Her hometown is Chengdu, and her family moved to Hong Kong when she was in middle school, arriving earlier than I did. However, her Cantonese is not as good as mine. Upon learning that I am from the mainland, she was overjoyed and communicated with me in Mandarin, often throwing in a phrase or two in her dialect. I have a notable talent for languages, and even before I could sing the line "walking with me on the streets of Chengdu," I had already mastered both Sichuan dialect and Mandarin. Moreover, I often reminisce about the pickles she makes at home.

"Do you want me to go shoot a level 3 film?" I asked him in astonishment

The meal that heaven has bestowed upon me is not due to my exceptional charm, but rather because I possess the qualities sought after by the big screen. It is difficult to articulate, yet there is an instinct that I will thrive in the mainland, prompting him to take a gamble. If I fail to become his living advertisement, I must then serve as his cash cow, with the money generated being used to nurture the new directors he favors.

After leaving Taifeng, I took on the role in Director Chen Yi's costume fantasy film "Full Moon." This film is a major production funded by a mainland company, featuring all leading actors. Compared to them, I am just a newcomer, yet I have the heaviest role among all the female characters. As for the reason, I am not sure if it can be considered as having connections; the screenwriter of this film is my mahjong buddy (actually a friend of Teacher Meng). The character I portray was created based on my likeness. As for the reason, I am not sure if it can be considered as having connections; the screenwriter of this film is my mahjong buddy (actually a friend of Teacher Meng). The character I portray was created based on my likeness.

As a grand figure of a generation, how can I possibly have the face to say that I give a ten-yuan red envelope to the younger generation?

In front of the camera, I remarked, "Brothers should settle accounts clearly; my appearance fee is quite high."

How much can a third-tier actor earn? Currently, the most lucrative are the mainland IP dramas. First, hire a company to make you popular, then have you take on three projects simultaneously, and the money will come in.

He was born in Datong, Shanxi, one of the nine ancient capitals. His parents originally wanted to name him Gaoxing, but it was met with disapproval from his grandparents, so they changed 'xing' to 'xing', symbolizing their hope that he would be happy and fulfilled every day in the future

He sang with good spirit, "Do not bring up the past, life has already seen much wind and rain..."

Sister Fangfang was once the artistic director of Taifeng Entertainment, a renowned gold medal agent. She parted ways with Taifeng amicably and is currently a film producer at Desheng, as well as my agent

However, this boxed meal is usually something he watches me eat with longing. His role requires him to exude an ethereal and otherworldly aura, which is why he suffers greatly while dieting. Aside from his lines, the only thing in his mind is the song, "Holding a steamed bun in hand, there isn't a drop of oil in the dish..."

Although we all left from Taifeng, it cannot be said that it is a "coincidence". The Taifeng Group already occupies a significant position in Hong Kong, and nearly all the well-known singers and movie stars you can name are artists under Taifeng. It is precisely for this reason that when Mr. Meng established the company, he had already set his sights on the mainland.

She said with a sigh, "I am very happy, as happy as Yu Gaoxing."

However, with fortune shining upon him, he could not escape it. In the prime of his life, he seized the ultimate opportunity to achieve fame overnight—his life.

At that time, Director Chen Yi was troubled by the inability to find an actress who embodied the feeling he was looking for. The screenwriter then said to him, "I will introduce you to Hui'er." Thus, he took Director Chen to meet me at Teacher Meng's home...

He exclaimed in surprise, "Have you been dumped again?"

I casually replied, "How about I move back in?"

Teacher Meng also candidly admitted that the reason he helped me "escape from the sea of suffering" was due to a remark from his agent, who said, "It is truly a blessing from heaven; it would be a pity if she changed careers."

He kept singing these two lines of lyrics back and forth, and I was quite annoyed. Finally, I did something that quickly warmed up our friendship—I secretly hid a portion of chicken leg rice.

In an instant, this little-known young man boldly stood before everyone in the industry

That night, he approached my room door like a smoker finding a opium den, peering around furtively while knocking on the door. I cautiously opened the door to let him in

After the completion of my third film, I habitually took a flight back to Hong Kong. It was only upon landing that I remembered I had just moved to Shanghai before joining the crew. Thinking about it, I realized that some of my personal belongings were still at Teacher Meng's place, so I decided to go back and stay there for a few days.

Before the theater lights came on, I put on my hat and mask, evacuated the scene, and got in the car to hit the road. Only then did I have the opportunity to have a heart-to-heart with Tongtong. She said, "Xiao Ke, I feel like you have undergone a complete transformation"

Is that true? I think she has a look that says, 'My little one is really impressive,' which seems a bit silly

He spoke with conviction, "What do you understand? Ten yuan, ten yuan, perfect in every way, what a wonderful blessing"

Yu Gaoxing, an idol-type young male actor (as he describes himself), is my friend

The date for the film screening has been confirmed, and I specifically bought two tickets, inviting Tongtong to watch it together. In the movie, Hui'er ultimately dies, and after filming this scene, I received a red envelope. Hearing the sound of Tongtong tearing the tissue to wipe her tears, I was puzzled, as the storyline didn't seem that tear-jerking.

I want that when Teacher Meng grows old, and when I have my own little family, it is fine if it does not happen, I will let things take their natural course, after all, my name is "Yike". When we gradually become less sought after, we can live together forever. On the first day of the Lunar New Year, we will pay respects to the God of Wealth, and on the second day, we will watch horse racing. I will take care of him in his old age and always be a kind and good child.

Simultaneously taking on three productions, I am not exhausted, yet the outcome will surely lead to criticism from the audience

Since I started my career, I have been helped by many people, which proves that I am very lucky. Therefore, there are too many people I want to thank. Let me organize my thoughts and start with the person closest to me—my assistant, whose surname is Tong. Generally, I call her "Tong Tong".

Yu Gaoxing is the male character with the most scenes, and I am the female character with the heaviest role, so we have quite a few scenes together. When we first arrived, both of us were quite shy. It was only after we faced each other and shared a meal from a box that we began to relax and open our hearts.

As the sun set and the production team wrapped up, leaving like the wind sweeping away the clouds, Teacher Meng's agent went to see them off, and the entire room suddenly fell silent. While rearranging the furniture, Teacher Meng asked me, "What are you having for dinner?"

A low-budget film approached him, and he had never encountered such a remarkable script. He devoted himself entirely, allowing his soul to burn brightly for a brief moment. Ultimately, with this outstanding work, he became the youngest Best Actor in the history of the Golden Orange Awards.

Teacher Meng readily agreed, and the thought is quite pleasant; without me, there will no longer be any hair on the floor at home

Subsequently, Director Chen Yi selected him to star in the film "Full Moon"

I do not know what exactly he has gained, but from him, I have realized that one should not eat too much, as it easily leads to overthinking

No! I firmly deny it and emphasize that I have no intention of entering a romantic relationship, and it was I who ended things with Fang Bo'an

Neither Teacher Meng nor I have ever denied the fact that we live together; we simply try not to mention it. Even though modern people's views are open, there is still a generational gap between us, and he has clearly stated that he is part of the non-marriage group. However, as two public figures living together without any familial ties, it inevitably gives rise to speculation. Therefore, I have saved up a bit and am preparing to move out

As I walked around the parapet of the villa and peered through the wrought-iron gate, I noticed a lively scene inside, with many individuals performing their respective duties and filming equipment present. It turned out that a television station was there to conduct a special interview with Teacher Meng

Teacher Meng introduced me in a natural manner and even joked, "Three years ago, I was her boss. Three years later, I am her slave, chasing after her every day saying, 'Miss, could you please tidy up your room?'"

He finished an entire box of chicken leg rice, burped, and began to contemplate life. "You know, I entered this line of work to support my family, and now that I've finally earned some money, I can't even afford a bite of chicken leg. What have I really gained?"

The more people criticize you, the more popular you become; this is a positive cycle. He then sighed and said, "In fact, what you are earning now is not as much as what my plan can earn."

In fact, by the middle of last year, I had already settled the penalty I owed him. Then I mentioned that I wanted to rent an apartment in Shanghai because I enjoy the weather there and the slightly fragrant, bohemian atmosphere reminiscent of floral cologne.

When I told her that I was leaving Taifeng, she resolutely chose to go with me