After the premiere, watch a movie.
This movie is indeed very well made, with a lot of detailed stuff in it.
Qi Hao's performance might not be as outstanding as Li Lianjie, but he's the first among the four young actors to shed his idol baggage.
First there was "Heavenly Dog," then "Oath of Allegiance."
That dirty face, you can't see the restraint of a popular young actor at all.
What's even more enviable for the average young actress and actor is that Qi Hao's fans didn't abandon him because he wrecked his looks.
They... just feel sorry for him.
Chen Kexin chose Qi Hao to play the third character mainly to attract young moviegoers.
And a wave of loving mom fans.
After the film ended, Qi Hao stood up and joined Li Lianjie and others to accept applause from the audience and media photos.
His expression was calm, softly clapping along with the audience, occasionally bowing to the audience with Liu Dehua and Li Lianjie.
Appearing reserved yet noble.
Standing with these two veterans, he didn't seem out of place.
At least, it doesn't look like he's there through connections.
If you're watching a movie and a character seems redundant, barring the small chance of a casting error by the director, it's mostly a nepotism case polluting your eyes.
After the movie ended, some people gave interviews while others started to leave.
Comparing with the premiere where you could only ask about the movie, now it's much more relaxed, you can ask about the movie or some gossip news.
And Qi Hao is quite the gossip prince.
Recently, a significant amount of attention in the entertainment circle is focused on him.
"Qi Hao, was it stressful acting opposite Li Lianjie?"
"Of course, Brother Li is not just excellent at action scenes, his dramatic scenes are also very refined, after so many years of honing, I feel his acting..."
Come on, there's no actual pressure.
I'm a Golden Rooster Best Actor, am I scared of him? Am I scared because he's older than me?
No matter how he ridicules internally, Qi Hao doesn't show a bit in front of the media.
Ten years!
Ten years of experience has taught him to lie with his eyes open.
"Between the older brother and second brother roles, which one do you prefer?" The media has a lot to ask.
"Both characters are very three-dimensional, each has its own shining points, personally, I might prefer the second brother, the older brother is a tragic hero, his failure is destined but any unsuccessful attempt lays the groundwork for success..."
Though only having a middle school diploma, Qi Hao is definitely not handicapped.
Otherwise, no one would regard him as a heartthrob.
Who the hell elevates an average middle schooler to a heartthrob status, it's downright crazy.
"Qi Hao, about you and Ziwen…"
"Ziwen and I have already ended the contract early, though there were still several months left, the chairman was kind enough, hoping to give me more time for better development."
Clarifying once again.
No idea how many times it has been.
Just trust me for once, will you?
"If the contract is terminated..." the media continued to ask: "Which management company would you accept an invitation from?"
"Currently there's no strong inclination, and starting a personal studio isn't out of the question."
Qi Hao responded half-truthfully.
These days, going out and being too honest can backfire, he was once misrepresented by the media into a heartbreaker with rumors about many women for being too honest.
"Media caught you travelling with Gao Yuanyuan, yet another reported you were with An Feng on the same day, claiming you were two-timing, is there any truth in this?"
"Not true."
The hell, I'm not even on one boat, I'm still dog-paddling in the water.
"So they know about each other's existence? Won't they have conflicts?"
For some reason, although knowing it wasn't likely, the media saw some grievances in Qi Hao and wanted to bully him a bit.
I bet you'll get anxious.
"I have a commercial collaboration with both Gao Yuanyuan and An Feng, it's strictly business, no relationships outside of work, thank you everyone!"
Qi Hao explained calmly.
The hell, I also want to know how I can make dozens of beauties fall in love with me simultaneously, and not have any conflicts.
You media really outdo yourselves.
"Is it because Gao Yuanyuan and An Feng are not good enough?" Maybe sensing the interview wrapping up, media began to relax.
Well, perhaps this media is actually providing content to Hong Kong tabloids.
"They are both wonderful!"
Qi Hao smiled with a hint of shyness, commenting on the two ladies doesn't seem very forthright.
Those two are so nice, yet haven't seen any of you chasing them!
Hmph!
"So, it's hard for you to choose between them, right?"
"Definitely not, I… am not ready to date!"
Who am I, what am I doing.
Expecting tomorrow another heap of rumors about me, probably the two-timing kind.
No matter how I respond, it won't stop them from writing drama.
These gossip writers are downright unreasonable.
"You mean you haven't dated anyone, hahaha…"
This time, all the surrounding media burst into laughter, as if hearing a joke.
"Qi Hao, let's go, there's a banquet later!"
"Ah Zuo... wait for me!"
This time, Qi Hao looked at Xiang Zuo more warmly.
It goes to show how annoying those media reporters are.
At the banquet, it's basically all about business talk and drinking.
Qi Hao handles such occasions very smoothly, except when he has to pretend with some women.
Dozens of celebrities were there this time, naturally not lacking in female stars.
"What?" Qi Hao's expression was hard to maintain, as if he'd been struck by lightning.
"People in the circle say that gossiping with you leads to good luck and it's easy to become famous."
Holding a small goblet, only using it to moisten her red lips, she barely drank anything—the actress who played Zhao Baogang in many dramas but remained lukewarm and ultimately had to take village girl roles, Fu Jing.
She came over to chat with Qi Hao, who politely exchanged a few words with her.
Unexpectedly, he heard such a frustrating rumor.
Gossiping with me makes you lucky and famous?
Damn it, is good luck like cabbage at the market, available everywhere?
If I could really bestow luck on you, I wouldn't be stuck with a system for ten years.
Why don't you say I'm Tang Monk, and nibbling on my chapped lips grants immortality?
No wonder there's so much gossip about me.
Finally, a clue solved!
"Don't be mad, I just heard it. It's... not the first time you've heard this rumor, is it?"
Fu Jing was a bit cautious.
Oops, she seemed to have done something not so smart.
"Haha, it's okay for me..."
Smile!
Can't lose face.
But Qi Hao's worldview was hard to piece together in a short time.
When he got home, Old Tian had just showered, wearing pajamas and playing with Ao Bai.
Ao Bai jumped several times without catching the cat toy, finally got angry.
It let out a low growl at Old Tian, its fur even stood up, ready to attack at any disagreement.
No wonder it's called Ao Bai.
"Back, let me tell you something interesting," Old Tian tossed the cat toy to Ao Bai.
"I'm not interested." Qi Hao fell onto the sofa.
Just let me die, too many female demons, can't handle them.
"Ziwen's old Wang (supervisor) got fired..." Old Tian didn't care if Qi Hao was interested; he just wanted to talk.
"Serves him right, incompetent and likes to act smart."
Qi Hao said irritably; it was all because of this person that he had a falling out with Ziwen.
Nothing to do with Qi Hao himself.
"He's indeed not very capable. Like with this contract termination, if he had held a press conference, invited some media, formally terminated the contract, at least half of the negative impact could have been reduced."
Old Tian very much agreed with Qi Hao's opinion of the supervisor.
"Then why didn't you remind him?" Qi Hao sat up.
"Why should I remind them?" Old Tian said with justified confidence.
Don't interfere with people on the wrong path; interfering might cause them to fall directly.
"Interesting story, that's it?"
Qi Hao wasn't interested in the supervisor or Ziwen. He had already clarified things for Ziwen in an interview today, and he was too lazy to care about the follow-up.
He really wanted to ask Old Tian if he knew about the rumor.
But he was afraid Old Tian wouldn't stop laughing.
"He knows we're starting a studio and wants to be the supervisor here." Old Tian chuckled.
Qi Hao was silent for a moment before letting out a long sigh, saying, "He truly dares to dream."
"Such people always have irrational confidence, might even feel being management for a personal studio like ours is beneath them."
"You let him go to hell then, I'm taking a shower."
Qi Hao rubbed Ao Bai's head and went to his bedroom.
Old Tian occasionally stayed at his house, but they certainly didn't sleep in the same room, and each room had its own bathroom, so they didn't share one.
While showering, he took the chance to confirm task completion.
[Task Three completed, reward: singing skills +10, song 'Faith']
[Task completion gains training opportunity]
[Train NPC, choose one: Li Lianjie/Xiang Zuo/Fu Jing]
[Now, release new task]
[Task Four: With the system's help, the host's career has rapidly progressed. One tree does not make a forest; quickly find a qualified manager for yourself. Task difficulty: 3 stars, time limit: 30 days]
[Task completion reward: stamina +10, script 'Don't Talk to Strangers', startup capital 10,000 yuan]
[Task failure penalty: shocks three times]
With his previous experience, Qi Hao quickly figured out this time's gains and the next new task.
The new task requires finding a manager.
But I already have a manager.
Since there's no direct hint the task is completed, it means it must be "find a qualified manager."
Given that there's already a manager, how can I possibly find another one?