Chapter 0001: Master of Time

Do you really have parties and engage in group exercises every night?

Will you withdraw from the circle

Dah

Brother, I did not expect that you would play so big

Because it was too absurd, Lu Qian instead began to laugh, openly meeting the gaze of the security guard, neither responding nor explaining. After slightly adjusting his breathing, his blurred vision finally returned to normal, and then he strode confidently towards the front desk to state his purpose.

Sounds a bit familiar

As the large door swings open, one can see a middle-aged gentleman behind the desk slightly raising his gaze. He possesses an elegant visage framed by black-rimmed glasses, exuding a scholarly air that could easily suggest he is a university professor. The gentle smile that graces the corners of his mouth is as refreshing as a spring breeze, distinctly contrasting with the gazes of others.

Who am I

Lu Qian let out a long sigh, smiled at the security guards, and politely expressed his gratitude, only to find the guards looking at him with a half-smile, revealing an expression that conveyed "we both know what’s going on between men," as if saying:

Unless one returns to the womb of their mother to be reborn, one can only feel envy. Sir, do not envy; if you envy, you have already lost.

Master of Time Management

Lu Qian, some people refer to you as a master of time management. How do you respond to this?

The silver flash of the camera came crashing down, overwhelming everything with a deluge of gold rendered into silver, leaving no room to breathe. The sound of the shutter mixed with questions and shouts surged forth like a tumultuous wave, mercilessly engulfing the newcomers, leaving not a single bone behind

As he walked along, Lu Qian could distinctly feel the subtle glances cast from the work cubicles, scrutinizing and speculating, tinged with a hint of sharpness

In this situation, for the industry leaders at www.hetushu.com, it is nothing unusual, as they have experienced it frequently; moreover, compared to those truly significant news events, the current lineup of reporters can only be considered minor disturbances, with nothing particularly remarkable about it

The alarm sounded, and it was evident that the hyenas had assumed a ready stance, their muscles completely tensed, akin to a hundred-meter dash poised to start. Everyone exchanged glances, waiting for the sound of the starting gun, while the air simmered with anticipation, and the scent of gunpowder quietly spread.

This taxi is truly ordinary, blending seamlessly into the incessant flow of vehicles in the city, and thus it did not catch the attention of the reporters. The 'hyenas' remained scattered in the nearby corners, merely staying vigilant, casually observing with their peripheral vision, and then they discovered:

However, Lu Qian was unable to inquire further; the flashing lights before him converged into a blinding array, transforming his vision into a void of darkness where nothing was visible, only countless flickering spots of light that created an instant effect of blindness, causing him to lose his sense of direction and drift aimlessly.

The brief silence seems to be silently conveying something

Ding ding ding

Please come in

Standing at the office door, Lu Qian did not hurriedly knock but instead glanced at the label, making an effort to awaken the memory of today's meeting, yet he was still unsuccessful

However, Lu Qian not only did not relax, but instead quietly sounded the alarm. Although he still did not understand the specific situation, he...

But the question is, did Lu Qian really have no problem directly "admitting" it like this

I do not know anything at all

Ding ding ding

At that moment, a taxi slowly came into view

I just arrived here this morning, and it took me most of the day to understand what was happening. The world seems to have changed completely. The Earth is still the familiar Earth, but everything else has changed entirely. The familiar history, familiar countries, and familiar cultures have all been rewritten

The taxi door opened, the air became stagnant, and a figure stepped down.

The front desk made an internal call, and after a brief communication, provided Lu Qian with a temporary pass, guiding him to the office on the fourteenth floor

I don't know

Before I could adjust my steps, I caught a glimpse of the reporters bustling and crowding outside the closed door, their clawing and gnashing resembling a horde of zombies besieging a city, with waves of sound continuously surging and crashing in.

Do you have anything you would like to respond with

The security guards waiting at the company entrance are unfazed by the unusual sight

Having been discovered playing both sides, do you have any justifications to offer

... ...

Lu Qian is serious; he is neither evading nor denying, but rather he truly knows nothing at all

What ... ... what?

At this moment, the reporters were bombarding with questions, but in fact, Lu Qian was the one filled with a multitude of questions.

Some people believe that this is your self-promotion. How do you respond to that

Behind is one of the seven major film companies in the industry, Liuguang Film Industry, with its glass sign bathed in sunlight, slowly flowing with brilliant rainbow hues

Lu Qian, may I ask if the rumors are true

Artist Department, Deputy General Manager, Qi Yunguang

Boom

Chirping and chattering, it seems as if thousands of flies are buzzing around my ears, the incessant drone bombarding my eardrums, not to mention complete sentences, even language has been shattered into countless syllables, losing all meaning, leaving only a cacophony of noise

The taxi did not merely pass by, but came to a stop in front of the Luminary Film Company.

Does your refusal to respond imply agreement by default

Like a parallel universe

All the crowd surged forward in an instant, the fierce and twisted expressions of competition and fear seemed to echo with the sound of teeth tearing through flesh, comparable to a documentary from the "Animal Kingdom"

However, after enduring the scrutiny at the entrance and on the first floor, Lu Qian had already calmed down, completely ignoring it. He整理了一下思绪, and then knocked on the door.

He knows nothing at all

At this moment, more than thirty reporters are densely scattered on both sides of the street, enduring the scorching sun as they wait patiently. Although there are no loud conversations, the rustling sounds convey the palpable heat in the air, as if every pore is exhaling magma

The journalist who asked the question stood there in shock, their petite stature making them resemble Wu Dalang among the crowd. They had to lift their head just to see Lu Qian's chin. Normally eloquent, they found themselves unable to utter a single word, a lump of frustration lodged firmly in their chest, feeling somewhat on the verge of tears

The combination of jeans and a white T-shirt, layered with a deep blue long trench coat, is devoid of any superfluous decorations, yet it still captivates the eye. The tall and upright figure appears to exceed 180 centimeters in height, with an excellent body proportion and well-defined muscle lines that exude elegance and charm

On the surface, the reporters were engaging in casual conversation; in reality, each one was keenly observant, watching the movements of vehicles coming from both directions on the street, much like hyenas lurking in the grass waiting for a rabbit to appear, eager for a hint of blood.

All eyes in the venue were fixed, burning with intensity. Following the white canvas shoes on my feet, I looked up to find that face. In the next moment, the alarm rang loudly, and the tense air erupted, as magma began to spew forth.

Well, I candidly admit that deep down, I genuinely feel a tinge of envy, the kind of envy that exists between men, an envy so profound that it can be sensed from ten miles away.

What do you have to say to the women you have abandoned

Thank you

It seems that this is a very important schedule. In a state of confusion, there appears to be a driving force in the depths of his soul and subconscious. Coupled with his desire to further explore what is going on, he left his home, hailed a taxi, and then arrived here

In that fleeting moment of opportunity, Lu Qian successfully seized the chance, advancing with a tall and robust figure, parting the crowd, and managing to tear open a gap, striding purposefully towards the entrance of Liuguang Film Industry.

The sky is clear and cloudless, with the blazing sun hanging high above. The azure sky appears as if washed with water, clean and clear. The brilliant golden sunlight falls unobstructed, while the early spring breeze through the willows conveys a sense of laziness and comfort, making one unable to resist the urge to close their eyes and savor this leisurely and carefree moment

Journalists, that is how it is

Time Management Master

The only thing he knew was that he had completed the post-production work for the film festival entry short film in the editing room, having worked several consecutive all-nighters to finish all the tasks. Exhausted, he fell asleep on the worn-out sofa in the editing room, and when he woke up again, he had traveled through time.

It seems to be quite different from the imagined scene

Is everything that Tan Xiao said true

Lu Qian had a hard time capturing a question, and he paused for a moment. However, he did not expect that the surrounding reporters had no intention of stopping. One by one, their microphones and recording pens were thrust towards Lu Qian's mouth and nostrils, bumping against his teeth and causing a faint pain.

In contrast to the leisurely comfort of indoors, the outdoors under the blazing sun presents an entirely different scene

Despite the bustling reporters chasing after him, they were still a beat too late; Lu Qian had already entered through the main gate, and then the security at the entrance dutifully intercepted the surging crowd.

This is innate charm

The only reminder on the mobile schedule is, "11:00 AM, Meeting, Liuguang Film Industry, Qi Yunguang," highlighted in red

Worse still, the dazzling lights all around obscured visibility, and the confusion in my mind transformed into anger, causing my words to collide directly forward.

What kind of treatment is this

Buzz buzz buzz

Envy

The gazes of other colleagues on site shifted back and forth between Lu Qian and the questioning reporter, the stark contrast causing the voices to be swallowed.

Where am I

The staff coming and going on the first floor of the building are also hurried, engrossed in their own work, not even offering a single glance.

What is the purpose of coming to the company today

However, for the diligent workers, there is no such leisure and enjoyment, as they are submerged in mountains of work, living in a state of drunkenness and oblivion

What am I doing

That expression seamlessly connects with the zombies behind, leaving one feeling as if something is stuck in their throat.

The surging crowd, pressing relentlessly against Lu Qian's body, continued to push forward, with footsteps jostling in the chaos, like a small boat caught in a storm, battered by waves that crashed one after another, leaving no room to breathe, causing the restlessness in his chest to erupt.

I don't know