Chapter 1: The Class Reunion That I Do Not Want to Attend
It is well summarized by someone online: to conquer male classmates mentally and to overwhelm female classmates physically
Hahaha ... ...
Damn it! What is there to say! Everyone is almost forty years old, what else can be done?
Especially those male classmates who were inconspicuous or unremarkable during school days are now doing well. At gatherings like these, they feel the need to show off, flaunting designer brands or casually displaying the keys to their Mercedes or BMW. Following this, amidst the envious gazes of their male peers, they embrace the female classmates who were once the goddesses of their student days, now turned housewives, as they drive off to the hotel. What happens next is rather difficult to describe
Summer 2017
Zhang Hangqi admitted his mistake, but since we are here, let the gathering begin, serve the dishes and drinks, enjoy the food and drinks, and have a good conversation
There were many who had a crush on me back in the day
Gained a significant amount of weight, developed a beer belly, the skin has become quite rough, and what is even more frustrating is that the hairline has receded considerably
However, the benefit is that there is more free time, so Bai Shiqiu took advantage of this free time to try writing some scripts. The result is... Like countless others who dream of being screenwriters, the scripts are always thrown into the trash can, or the investors simply hire a ghostwriter to copy your script, leaving no room for discussion.
After all, since we have such a face, we certainly cannot let it go to waste
"Am I still exploiting others? It's a miracle I wasn't forced to pick up the soap..." First, let's laugh it off, and then I'll share something interesting. "Speaking of the first time, I was asked to play a corpse, and there were about ten others also playing corpses. We all changed into our costumes and lay down there. As a result... Pfft, I don't know who it was, but what a smell... The most critical part was that someone didn't lie down properly, and we ended up making eye contact perfectly..." Speaking of the first time, I was asked to play a corpse, and there were about ten others also playing corpses. We all changed into our costumes and lay down there. As a result... Pfft, I don't know who it was, but what a smell... The most critical part was that someone didn't lie down properly, and we ended up making eye contact perfectly..."
Is it called Feng Ru, right
Good
However, Zhang Hangqi cast another glance at Old Bai, because our class monitor, Feng Ru, is truly ... ...
You are... which class was it again
Hahaha ... ... Old Bai! Back in the day, we were the most handsome in school! Now you look like this, haha ... ... Well, don't be angry, I really can't help it
"Old Bai, where have you been all these years?"
Bai Shiqiu has a feeling of being deceived
Suddenly, Bai Shiqiu wanted to ask, "Does anyone know how the class monitor is doing?"
Near Zhonghua Road is a bustling area, and outside the private room of a large hotel hangs a sign with several prominent characters.
Indeed! Come, let everyone know.
Is this comparable to a hand grenade?
This incident of three consecutive three-pointers is something Bai Shiqiu cannot forget, "This is the highlight moment of my life, my emotions are quite complicated... I don't even know how I managed to make those shots."
Good.
Class 97 of 36 held a reunion
Two years ago, when she got married, she told me, "I have had a crush on you for more than ten years"
Of course I remember, she had a few small freckles on her face, which would be considered quite cute by today's standards
Isn't this the wrong place for you, buddy
Awesome
Soon, everyone took their seats. Among the more than twenty people, there were mostly men and very few women. Everyone had already begun to criticize Zhang Hangqi early in the morning, saying that he was ineffective in his organization.
Do you know that she has a crush on you
If Bai Shiqiu is the male deity, then Feng Ru is the female deity. However, the two of them seem somewhat peculiar. Bai Shiqiu, despite excelling in sports and the arts, has very poor academic performance. In contrast, Feng Ru is different; she has always been the top student, ranking first in the entire class.
Hahaha... it must be right, it's just a bit unfamiliar.
Why would Lao Bai ask the class monitor
Come, come, sit down, sit down. Zhang Hangqi has started to organize here. Just now, everyone truly stood up in unison to welcome Old Bai, forming a corridor for his arrival.
No wonder he was the most handsome of his time
The largest city in Northeast China, a nationally renowned old industrial base, is currently experiencing continuous rain, which creates a feeling of oppression
Bai Shiqiu is also a bit tipsy, after all, men from Northeast China can really drink a lot. After finishing the baijiu, they move on to beer, and after the beer, they go back to baijiu. He has become a focal point, as everyone wants to pull him in for a couple of drinks.
But to be honest, the disparity is indeed quite significant, which is one of the reasons why Bai Shiqiu is reluctant to attend this gathering
"Iron brother! Just come, you don't need to spend any money."
A month ago, Bai Shiqiu received a call from an old classmate, Zhang Hangqi. Bai Shiqiu never expected that this guy could still find him, as they had not been in contact for many years, at least seven or eight years. What surprised Bai Shiqiu even more was that as soon as Old Zhang opened his mouth, he mentioned the matter of a class reunion
Oh my goodness! Are you Lao Bai?
"I heard she went abroad," said a female classmate, her face slightly flushed as she looked at Bai Shiqiu
A class reunion, which should be a rather delightful event, has taken a turn for the worse in these times
It is evident that this place has been reserved, it is evident that this is a class reunion, and it is evident that I have come to the right place
Yes, I heard that you went to the capital to make a living
Bai Shiqiu truly does not remember who this female classmate is, having no impression of her at all, but still expressed gratitude, saying, "Oh, I see, thank you."
In fact, this is not all; Bai Shiqiu was also an outstanding athlete back in the day, excelling in basketball. Some people have lamented that if there had been a school team or inter-school competitions at that time, Bai Shiqiu might have had the opportunity to play.
Unable to withstand Old Zhang's incessant phone calls, and unable to resist his claims that certain individuals would be coming, Bai Shiqiu ultimately returned from out of town to meet everyone
Bai Shiqiu even experienced a transition from being an original screenwriter to a ghostwriter
I am Lao Bai. Bai Shiqiu honestly introduced himself, feeling somewhat awkward that everyone, being classmates, could not recognize him. Therefore, he had to force a few smiles, during which he also shot some disdainful glances at Tiezi Zhang Hangqi.
Although they are both a male god and a female goddess, there is no substantial relationship between them, and they often tease each other with words.
Indeed, I remember as well, it is truly impressive
Old Bai! I have a deep impression of you from back in the day, especially that basketball game, right, the final match of our grade group, when you scored three consecutive three-pointers, turning the tide!
Bai Shiqiu does not want to come; he is just a guy who is not doing very well. Ironically, he used to stand out quite a bit during school.
Indeed, but there is nothing to be done; the current Bai Shiqiu and the Bai Shiqiu from high school are almost two different people
Students, this statement carries a certain implication, but it is also quite normal. Bai Shiqiu had prepared for this early in the morning, and it is likely that this is the situation. Therefore, at this moment, he chuckled and said: "Indeed, after drifting in Beijing, I drifted horizontally, running minor roles in various film crews. Later, I even tried my hand at writing scripts and the like, but I did not achieve much success. Now, as you can see, I am just passing the days."
In a cacophony of voices, someone eventually spoke up
Tian Fang
Brother, listen to me, it won't be a loss for you to come here once
It's nothing much. In fact, Bai Shiqiu knew this would happen early on. That guy Zhang Hangqi insisted on having him come, simply to ensure that our gathering wouldn't fall flat. With you, Old Bai, the lively atmosphere is at least equivalent to ten old classmates.
Bai Shiqiu returned to his hometown, and to his surprise, the most significant change was the weather. As for other aspects, many reports are already aware that the economic development in Northeast China has stagnated, reaching a point where it is at the bottom nationally.
Bai Shiqiu's words are not entirely factual, but they are close enough. After graduating from high school, I entered society and spent two years looking for a job. What good job can a high school graduate find?
And now
The private room is quite large, but there are only about 20 people present. Bai Shiqiu remembers that Lao Zhang told him that he had invited everyone he could find from the entire grade group. Of course, it is uncertain whether everyone came, but back then, there were ten classes in the entire grade, with nearly 40 students in each class. Now, only about 20 people have come, which is truly too few in proportion.
Class monitor
Those who have truly experienced it understand that being a supporting actor sounds prestigious, but in reality, it is just that—nothing more. The earnings are not significantly higher than those of a background actor. Take Hengdian as an example; as long as one is familiar with the roles and works diligently, visiting multiple film crews, one can definitely earn more in a month than a supporting actor.
Old Bai, tell me what you were feeling at that time
However, Lao Zhang is a close buddy from my school days, in Northeast dialect, we call each other "tiezi". Later, we had less contact, which is not Lao Zhang's fault, but rather because I have not been doing well myself
After all, we are classmates, chatting and laughing, and the atmosphere of this gathering has indeed become lively, quite good indeed
Moreover, he is versatile and has participated in singing competitions
After three rounds of drinks and five flavors of dishes, all kinds of postures emerge. Having drunk to the point of swaying, one might even sing a song or two
After hearing this, Lao Bai fell silent, no longer looking at Zhang Hangqi. His eyes were fixed on the wine glass, seemingly lost in thought. Then, he downed the full glass of white liquor in one gulp.
"Who?" Bai Shiqiu held a cup of white liquor in his hand, completely unaware of who had poured it for him
This marks the 20th anniversary, and it has been over 20 years since enrollment. Everyone has become somewhat estranged; shall we take this opportunity to reacquaint ourselves?
Hasn't the change been too great
Hahaha ... ...
To match... ...
Oh, this person...
Bai Shiqiu, a super handsome guy from Class 36, is undoubtedly a male god by today's standards. Standing over 1.8 meters tall and weighing 70 kilograms, he has long limbs and a muscular build. However, what truly stands out is his appearance: with thick eyebrows and big eyes, a prominent nose and a wide mouth, his facial features bear some resemblance to the movie star Chen Kun, making him exceptionally handsome.
Well, the rear version of the pants with hidden explosives
Old Bai must have played some important roles, what else could he say...
He enrolled in a study class, learned some things, and also went to the capital. Later, as the film crews in the capital decreased, he moved to Hengdian. He started as an extra, and later some people thought he was quite good, so they offered him a special role. After that, he really couldn't advance any further
All the students couldn't help it, and even Bai Shiqiu himself laughed
Ah, you from that class, later became the student council president
I later heard that you went to Hengdian; you must be doing quite well there
The location is correct, Bai Shiqiu pushed open the door.
This ... ... Old Bai, be honest, have you ever engaged in unspoken rules with other actresses? Haha ... ...
As a classmate and a close friend of Bai Shiqiu, Zhang Hangqi couldn't help but pat Bai Shiqiu on the shoulder, "Old Bai, do you still remember others"
Especially, the only person Bai Shiqiu wanted to see, apart from Old Zhang, truly did not come
Time is like a knife that slaughters pigs
Indeed, there is no glory on the surface, but as a somewhat mediocre individual struggling in the outside world, he has no good solutions. This time he returned for a specific matter
Bai Shiqiu's experiences are indeed quite captivating, as this profession is legendary and ordinary people rarely come into contact with it. Therefore, let us discuss it.
The once idolized male figures have descended from their pedestals, resembling ordinary individuals of the same age. In our class reunion, most of the male classmates are like this, each sporting beer bellies that could compete in proximity to the level of impending childbirth.
Indeed, this is truly a ridiculous farce! Haha ... ...
Old Bai, isn't it quite interesting for you all to be filming and such
Oh dear! That's right! Old Bai! Zhang Hangqi just wanted to make a joke, he knows, he knows that Old Bai is not quite the same as when he was in school, he can recognize it, but others may not necessarily do so