klisemfg Chapter 954 Starting Ceremony
Chapter 954 Starting Ceremony
At the opening ceremony of Longteng Film and Television Company, red ribbons adorned the set, and actors in various costumes took their places one after another.
There were high-ranking monks in kasayas with solemn expressions, and princesses in phoenix coronet and embroidered robes with graceful bearing.
There was also the Imperial Guard Commander, dressed in a tight-fitting outfit with sharp eyes; as his clothes fluttered, he seemed to have already entered the martial arts world of the play.
Director Liang was leading his assistants in setting up the incense table, where offerings such as apples, oranges, and dragon fruit were neatly arranged according to the traditional arrangement of "green on the left, red on the right, round on top, and square on the bottom."
The sandalwood incense in the incense burner is ready, just waiting for the auspicious time to be lit and pray for blessings.
Qi Hongliang reclined in a rocking chair under the awning, his gaze falling on Mu Yusi, who was touching up her makeup not far away, and he chuckled and teased:
"Sister Yusi, your princess-like appearance is so elegant that you can't hide your noble aura. You truly deserve to be the pillar of our Longteng."
Mu Yusi had just taken a sip of the warm water her assistant handed her when she heard this, she turned around, a smile playing at the corners of her eyes:
"Hey, is our Ah Liang on a honeypot today? Look how sweet his little mouth is, it's almost sickening me."
Just then, the coordinator shouted at the top of his lungs, "All actors, assemble in order of your roles! Hurry up, the auspicious time is almost here!"
The scene immediately became even busier, with the props team carrying sets back and forth, and screams from the fans rising and falling.
Someone ran up to Director Liang, their voice urgent: "Director Liang, Gu Ze hasn't arrived yet!"
Director Liang frowned and said irritably, "Call him! We haven't even officially started filming yet, and he's already acting like a diva?"
The assistant director waved his hand and said, "Hey, go ahead and get busy! Tell everyone to hurry up, I'll go call Assistant Feng and urge them on."
Soon, the assistant director took his phone, walked to the side, dialed a number, and spoke in a loud voice:
"Hello, is this Assistant Feng Tao? Where are you all? The opening ceremony is about to begin, and we're just waiting for Gu Ze!"
On the other end of the phone, Feng Tao was frantically putting on his pants, his voice filled with the panic of someone just woken up:
"I'm sorry, Assistant Director, Gu Ze suddenly caught a cold and had a fever last night, and he's still unconscious... Could we postpone it for two days?"
"Postponed?" The assistant director's voice rose instantly. "Are you kidding me! You weren't feeling well yesterday, why didn't you tell me sooner?"
"If it weren't for Master Jing personally selecting him for the lead role, I would have replaced him right now!"
Feng Tao quickly smiled apologetically and said, "No, no, no, Assistant Director, please calm down. I'll take him there right away, we'll be there soon!"
After hanging up the phone, Feng Tao, with his hair all messy, hurried downstairs, grabbed his coat from the sofa, and rushed out of the room.
A black luxury van sped through the endless stream of traffic.
The engine roared urgently, and his hands, gripping the steering wheel tightly, were sweating profusely.
They hadn't received a call from Jiang Chengyu at the hospital, which meant Gu Ze was probably still asleep.
If the lead actor, Gu Ze, can't attend today's opening ceremony for the new film, the live broadcast will be airing to so many fans and media outlets waiting to report on it...
If something goes wrong, they might really be unable to stay at Longteng Film and Television in the future.
He stared at the road ahead, his mind filled with only one thought: he prayed that when he arrived at the hospital, he would see Gu Ze wake up.
Meanwhile, in the restaurant of Fengteng International Private Apartments, Teng Zijing and An Ran sat facing each other, quietly eating breakfast.
"Xiao Ran, eat slowly, no rush." Teng Zijing said gently, watching her cherry-like lips as she ate her porridge with gusto.
But he, slowly and methodically chewing his side dishes, continued calmly:
"I'll accompany you to meet the experts from the research team later. We'll bring them to my lab today."
Once everyone is at ease, the previous unpleasantness will gradually fade away.
An Ran looked up and smiled: "Thank you for your hard work."
"Silly girl, why are you telling me this?" Teng Zijing scolded playfully, peeling a hard-boiled egg and putting it in her bowl.
"Eat more. You work so hard every day, you need to make sure you get enough nutrition." The tone was like coaxing a child.
An Ran was amused by him and put a crab roe bun on his plate: "You should eat more too, so you can work harder when you're full."
Teng Zijing immediately sat up straight and gave a playful salute: "Yes, ma'am!"
The laughter in the restaurant hadn't even faded when a phone rang urgently.
Teng Zijing glanced at the caller ID—Liang Jiawei—and instantly his smile vanished.
His expression turned solemn when he answered the phone: "Hello, what's up?"
The noise from the scene came through the phone, and Director Liang's loud voice pierced through the static:
"Brother Jing, it's the opening ceremony for your new film today. Would you like to come and make an appearance?"
"I won't go. I have important matters to attend to urgently. Director Liang can handle everything on set."
"Even if I went, I wouldn't understand anything, so there's no need," Teng Zijing said calmly.
"No, Mr. Jing," Director Liang's voice became even more urgent, "The auspicious time is almost here, everyone is here, except for Gu Ze!"
I contacted Feng Tao and he said Gu Ze had a cold, fever, and was unconscious. What kind of mess is this! He didn't even tell me beforehand!
Teng Zijing pondered for a moment: "The auspicious time has come, but he hasn't arrived yet, so let's find a substitute to fill in for him."
"This probably won't work!" Director Liang lamented.
"There were a lot of fans at the scene, and there was even a live stream. It's all for publicity during the filming launch. If a stunt double comes on, won't the fans go crazy?"
Teng Zijing tapped the table with his fingertips, pondered for a few seconds, and said, "Have the others stabilize the situation first."
Make sure the interaction and interviews are all arranged; don't let it get awkward. I'll be there as soon as I finish breakfast.
Director Liang hung up the phone, his face burning with anger, and gave a wink to the staff member next to him.
Soon, several security guards in black uniforms arrived and set up a cordon around the crowd.
By separating the enthusiastic fans from the inner area, the initially crowded scene gradually became more orderly.
The fans' enthusiasm remained undiminished, holding up light boards and support signs bearing names such as "Gu Ze," "Mu Yusi," and "Qi Hongliang," while waves of shouts surged forth.
"Gu Ze, Gu Ze, shining brightly! You're the coolest on stage, and we'll always follow you offstage—Gu Ze, Gu Ze, charge forward, we'll be there for you every step of the way!"
"Twilight rain becomes poetry, longing for you becomes obsession! The spotlight shines brightly on the stage, but it can't compare to Si Bao's smile—Twilight Rain, we'll accompany you to the very end!"
"With a resounding roar, fans will follow you! A passionate young spirit, the stage knows no bounds! Qi Hongliang, you come breaking through the wind, we cheer for you!"
Inside the venue, several lead actors were standing in front of the stage, holding baskets full of candy, smiling as they distributed them to fans in the front row through the security tape.
Qi Hongliang was dressed in a dashing prince's brocade robe, with long hair reaching his waist, and was exceptionally handsome.
Facing her fans, she wore a gentle smile and bent down to hand them candy, softly saying, "Thank you for your support, love you all!"
In the evening rain, she wore a phoenix coronet and embroidered robe, exuding elegance and grace; her every gesture was poised and dignified.
She waved enthusiastically to the crowd, her movements quick and precise as she handed out candy, yet gentle and graceful.
At the wrap party, He Jiaqi, a young woman who cautiously inquired about Gu Ze's intention to pursue a relationship with him, was mentioned.
With an innocent, puppy-like face, dressed in the uniform of a Jinyiwei (Imperial Guard),
He would occasionally flash a peace sign at the camera, eliciting screams from his fans.
"Brother Jiaqi, shall we take a picture together?" He Jiaqi smiled brightly, spoiling his fans all the way, and cooperated with the beauties' phones.
At this moment, the host walked onto the stage with a microphone, cleared his throat, and his voice resonated throughout the venue through the speakers:
"Good morning, everyone! And to all the fans who support Longteng Films!"
A cheer immediately erupted from the audience.
"Thank you all so much for coming to the opening ceremony of our new drama, 'A Lifetime of Protection'!"
The host smiled and waved the script in his hand, "This drama is adapted from the novel of the same name by the great writer 'Bi'an Qingfeng,' and the plot is quite captivating—"
It tells the story of an orphan born into poverty who experiences a series of bizarre events throughout his life, and in adversity, he meets a brother who cherishes and understands him.
The two went from complete strangers to inseparable companions, ultimately not only pursuing each other but also becoming a pair of pure and strong individuals, with time-travel elements interspersed throughout the story...
This crazy yet exciting concept, isn't it already making everyone excited?
"Yes!" the fans responded in unison, instantly pushing the atmosphere to a climax.
Sunlight shone on everyone's face, and whether they were celebrities on stage or fans in the audience, their eyes sparkled with anticipation.
This new drama, packed with multiple explosive elements, seems to foreshadow its future popularity.
Meanwhile, Longteng Film and Television Media workers also joined in, broadcasting live on Douyin:
"Dear viewers and fans of Longteng Films, welcome to the opening ceremony of 'A Lifetime of Protection'!"
This highly anticipated drama, penned by the acclaimed author 'Beyond the Breeze,' focuses on the epic story of an underprivileged orphan's rise to success.
The protagonist breaks free from poverty and despair, forging a bond of life and death with his destined brother.
The plot blends the sincere bond of mutual devotion, the pure emotions of the two protagonists, and the intense tension of the two powerful characters facing off.
It also hides a fantastical plot twist that transcends time and space, with crazy plots unfolding layer by layer and high-energy conflicts delivered in rapid succession!
The cast boasts a strong lineup of talented actors: Gu Ze, Mu Yusi, Qi Hongliang, and many more.
Together they will portray the bonds of brotherhood and the struggles of war in a chaotic world. With a complete upgrade from costumes and props to the core of the story, it is definitely the most anticipated blockbuster of the year!
The production team is currently interacting with fans up close, revealing more behind-the-scenes highlights and character secrets.
Stay tuned and let's cheer for the start of filming of "A Lifetime of Protection" and witness the opening of this major drama of the year!
In the dining room of Fengteng International Private Apartments, Teng Zijing was clearing the table, the bone china bowls and plates clinking together.
An Ran sat opposite him, watching his movements, and suddenly said, "Zijing, since today's new film's opening ceremony is important, you should go and get busy."
I can go to the research team myself; I'll just be handling the work wherever I go.
They've worked together for so many years, they must be reluctant to part ways, so I should be able to comfort them.
Teng Zijing paused in his actions, and when he turned around, his eyes held a hint of apology:
"I'm sorry, Xiao Ran, then I'll have Deng Zhouyi go with you. He's quick-witted and thinks things through more thoroughly than I do. With him around, I feel at ease."
Seeing his serious expression, An Ran smiled and said, "Okay, it's settled then."
Teng Zijing stepped forward, his fingertips gently tracing her cheek, then leaned down and placed a soft kiss on her lips.
Her eyes held a tenderness like an unyielding spring breeze: "I'll be going now. Call me anytime if you need anything."
"Okay, bye-bye! Drive carefully on the road," An Ran instructed.