mijobooks Chapter 629 Yang Guifei and Hu Yulian
Chapter 629 Yang Guifei and Hu Yulian
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Gu Qing watched Han Sanye's departing figure and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, it seems I won't need to rely on this gigolo for the time being.
"Sister Tiantian, Sister Yaya, you've joined the crew too?"
Gu Qing turned halfway to the side, her disguise gone, replaced by a gentle, faint smile.
"Yes, great master, we'll be able to film together again in the next few months!"
Jing Tian nodded vigorously, her pretty face radiant, like a winter plum blossom blooming in the cold.
Upon seeing Gu Qing, whom he hadn't seen in a long time,
Da Tiantian's beautiful eyes were filled with joy as she tightly hugged his jade-like arm, as if afraid he would run away.
During the past six months of separation,
The two were busy filming, appearing on variety shows, and attending brand events, so they could only meet a handful of times.
Jing Tian's longing and anxiety finally dissipated at this moment.
The tip of her nose was enveloped in Gu Qing's unique, cool and refreshing scent, like a faint hint of cedar.
Jing Tian raised her delicate chin slightly and gently rested it on Gu Qing's shoulder, reluctant to let go.
"Sister Tian, are you... sleepy?"
Gu Qing glanced sideways at the unusual spot on her shoulder and saw those deep, clear eyes so close to hers.
Their eyes met.
Jing Tian exhaled a delicate fragrance, and unconsciously pursed her luscious lips.
"Go to sleep if you're tired."
Gu Qing's gaze shifted slightly from her lips and teeth, pretending not to see. Da Tian Tian had lost her mind during the day, but he hadn't.
This scene seems familiar.
This reminded Gu Qing of the heart-fluttering eye contact challenge she had on "Happy Camp".
If not,
He backed down then, and who knows what earth-shattering things Da Tian Tian might have done.
"Sister Ya Ya, are you accompanying Hao Ran to the film set, or are you just dropping by to see me?"
Gu Qing turned her head to look at the slender and tall Tong Liya in front of her, changed the subject, afraid that if she looked at Da Tiantian again, her head would get hot again.
He opened to the side,
Da Tian Tian's round almond-shaped eyes slowly regained their senses, but her bright red lips pouted even more.
She stared at Gu Qing's handsome profile, a hint of grievance rising in her eyes, mixed with a touch of defiance.
"A master trying to act all high and mighty? Fine... wait until nightfall when no one's around, and see where you run to!"
Jing Tian muttered to herself as she made her plans, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but curl up.
Why is it that in idol dramas, girls are moved and cry over the affectionate second male lead, but in reality, they often choose the domineering first male lead?
Because girls don't like simps!
And on the other side,
Tong Liya's bright eyes shone slightly, her smile was gentle, but a faint sadness unconsciously appeared between her willow brows.
She pondered Gu Qing's words carefully.
"Are you accompanying Haoran to the set, or just dropping by to see me? You seem a bit like a tease."
"I hope my younger brother won't be jealous."
Thinking of this, her face, which had been tinged with sadness since the divorce, inexplicably radiated a certain glow.
Tong Liya recalled that during the period when the news of her affair broke, she could only stay at home and drown her sorrows in alcohol with her only best friend.
So many days,
The only person who truly cared about her was Gu Qing.
Tong Liya could hardly forget the complex emotions she felt that night when Gu Qing knocked on the door and walked in.
It's like he mistook himself for someone else, which is a bit ridiculous.
Fortunately, she came out early.
Otherwise, who knows what Dong Xuan might do to Gu Qing under the guise of 'her' identity.
Tong Liya knew perfectly well just how daring her good sister could be when she was drunk.
After the misunderstanding was cleared up, during the chat,
Although Gu Qing said that Chen Sicheng had sent him to see her.
It would be a miracle if Tong Liya believed it.
Would someone who cheats on his wife every few days feel sorry for her?
She assumed that Gu Qing was just making up an excuse because of his status.
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"My sister came to film a movie with Tian Tian, not to drop Hao Ran off. He took a taxi here by himself."
Tong Liya pulled herself out of her reverie, her peach blossom eyes softening.
She raised her delicate hand, with a hint of mischievous amusement, and gently touched Gu Qing's left cheek.
"She played Yang Yuhuan, and I played Hu Yulian. I am very grateful for Director Chen's appreciation."
Female celebrities are generally more physically weak, and in order to look good on camera, they excessively pursue a slender figure, making them all extremely sensitive to cold.
Tong Liya pressed her entire palm against Gu Qing's face, and Gu Qing felt as if someone had rolled an ice cube hard on his face in the dead of winter, the chill going straight to the top of his head.
"Sister Ya Ya, why are your hands so cold?"
Gu Qing's eyebrows furrowed, and her left shoulder and cheek moved uncontrollably up and down, trapping her slender hand.
"My sister is getting old, so of course her hands get cold."
Gu Qing's reaction made Tong Liya chuckle, and the bitter look that had been accumulating on her brows faded a bit.
My delicate palms were gently held by a warm cheek and shoulder, and the continuous warmth seeped into my skin.
Even though it's winter, it works better than any hand warmer.
"At the very least, hand warmers don't feel as good as my little brother's..."
Tong Liya felt reluctant to part with him, but she still pulled her hand back with heartache, afraid that Gu Qing would really get cold.
"Master, are my hands cold?"
When Jing Tian saw that Gu Qing's neck had revealed a flaw, her eyes lit up, the corners of her mouth curled up, and she raised her equally cold, snow-white palm, with a wicked sense of humor, and pressed it hard against Gu Qing's neck.
"hiss--"
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Director Chen stood not far away, his hands behind his back, watching the lively scene unfold before him.
He was suddenly inspired to write poetry and murmured an impromptu line: "Truly: A handsome man, like jade reflecting the morning glow, a beautiful woman, like a flower in full bloom..."
The voice just fell,
Director Chen subconsciously looked up at the sky above, which was a clear, cloudless blue.
Hmm... the word is wrong.
After thinking for a while, I couldn't think of a better word.
It doesn't matter! As long as the intention is right.
After watching for a while, Director Chen felt a little uneasy again.
His 'optimism' made him forget himself.
Fortunately,
Gu Qing, who was applying the "decapitation lock" to Da Tiantian, caught a glimpse of Director Chen, who was standing silently to the side with his nose red from the cold.
Don't let the old man freeze to death...
"Since Director Chen is here, I won't beat you up yet."
Gu Qing placed Da Tian Tian's white fluffy hat on her head and ruffled it a couple of times.
Then, taking care of the elderly man who was almost frozen solid, he said, "Director Chen, it's too cold outside, let's go inside and sit down."
"Okay, okay, Lotte, let's go inside first."
Director Chen's old face relaxed, and he nodded with a smile. He walked over, put his hands on Gu Qing's shoulders, and led him away first.
Jing Tian and Tong Liya: "???"
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"That's not fair! Why didn't you hit Sister YaYa, the expert? She also used her hand to freeze you!"
Jing Tian took off her hat, and a few strands of hair popped out from inside, her fair face flushed pink from the cold wind.
Watching Gu Qing being pulled away by Director Chen, she angrily ground her neat teeth.
"Sister Ya Ya, you're right, aren't you? He bullied me."
Da Tiantian took Tong Liya's arm, pointed her jade-like finger at Gu Qing's back, and complained with a hint of coquetry:
"Come back and help me beat him up. If the two of us team up, even the pro can't beat us."
"Okay...okay."
Looking at the girl's bright and excited eyes, Tong Liya managed a faint smile and gently pursed her lower lip.
Her gaze fell on Jing Tian's full, bright face, brimming with collagen.
Her delicate skin shone with a translucent glow in the sunlight, vibrant and captivating, and a subtle, sharp pang suddenly shot through my heart.
Thinking of the scene just now where Gu Qing and Jing Tian were playing around without any barriers, a deep sense of envy and longing welled up in her eyes.
No matter what age a girl is, she will always yearn for such pure, passionate, and carefree love.
Especially Tong Liya, who had just emerged from a marriage filled with betrayal.
Listening to Jing Tian's seemingly complaining yet actually sweet and joyful tone, I felt a mix of emotions, unable to tell whether it was bitterness or envy.
She gently raised her hand and patted the back of Jing Tian's hand that was holding her arm, replying softly and perfunctorily, "We'll settle accounts with my brother later."
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As a tourist attraction
Tang City naturally has no shortage of places to rest.
Director Chen led Gu Qing into an antique-style side room. Pushing open the carved wooden door, they found the room warm and inviting, with some of the crew members inside.
As soon as they entered the room, Director Chen waved his hand and ordered in a strong voice, "Someone, warm up some Shaoxing wine."
The employees: "..."
Well, the official is back again.
"Director Chen, we still need to take photos for the start of filming later. It's too early now, and drinking alcohol is bad for your health."
Gu Qing couldn't help but speak up.
"Le Tian, you don't need to worry about my health. Don't I know my own body?"
Director Chen patted his shoulder with emotion, his eyes slightly red, "If only Arthur could be as sensible as you."
Every time he comes home, he locks himself in his room and refuses to see me. Am I that scary?
"..."
Gu Qing's eye twitched slightly. If you're not scary, who is?
in addition,
He's worried about his health.
You're practically halfway to the grave, what's there to worry about?
Gu Qing still vividly remembered the lesson of her face swelling slightly after drinking last time.
Although you're young, there's no need to worry; your body's functions are at their peak, and the damage will disappear quickly.
Small habits can accumulate and become quite serious.
Gu Qing has always been strict with herself regarding her appearance and has planned a long-term career in the entertainment industry.
I don't want to rely on cosmetic injections to maintain my on-screen appearance at such a young age. I can't let my wonderful life be ruined by excessive drinking.
After all, he had already become lustful...
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Gu Qing's mind raced, and she quickly came up with a set of words to appease Director Chen in just a few sentences:
"Director Chen, all the staff and actors in our crew are waiting to take a group photo at the noon opening ceremony."
Why don't we have lunch together at noon? It'll be a good opportunity for me to get to know everyone, as we'll be working together for the next few months."
Speaking of which,
Gu Qing smiled at the staff around him, causing quite a stir.
The room fell silent only after Director Chen frowned and coughed lightly.
Gu Qing's words were all spoken from the perspective of the entire production crew, showing that she was thinking of everyone's best interests.
After listening, Director Chen felt even more that Gu Qing was insightful and sensible, considering all aspects thoroughly; such a compassionate nature was truly rare. He immediately nodded in agreement.
"Letian, you're right. Let's talk about it at noon."
At this time,
Jing Tian walked in side by side with Tong Liya, arm in arm.
"Master, why didn't you wait for me?"
As soon as she stepped into the house, Jing Tian immediately let go of Tong Liya's hand, and with light and lively steps, she ran to Gu Qing's side, her fingertips tightly clasped together.
Why are your hands so cold?
Gu Qing let her hold his hand, but as soon as the soft fingertips touched him, he could clearly feel the coolness emanating from her palm.
The icy cold I just experienced is still vivid in my mind.
Worried that Da Tiantian would continue to cause trouble, Gu Qing took the opportunity to put the hand she was holding into the pocket of her down jacket.
The warm, sealed pocket instantly enveloped Jing Tian's icy little hands, the warmth continuously enveloping them.
This action,
Jing Tian was slightly taken aback, her long eyelashes trembling, and a sweet, tingling sensation and fluttering feeling welled up in her heart.
Jing Tian obediently stopped moving.
"what happened?"
Da Tiantian's sudden silence surprised Gu Qing, who glanced at her in astonishment.
Jing Tian buried her head, biting her lower lip lightly. Her dark hair fell down, covering her flushed cheeks. She couldn't say anything, only gently shaking her head.
Tong Liya was standing very close and could clearly see Jing Tian's shy and demure expression.
What were you two thinking when you were showing affection in front of a woman who had just gotten divorced?
A faint sense of loss and complexity flickered in Tong Liya's gentle, peach-blossom eyes as she gazed at the empty, desolate bluestone square outside the old house, a deep melancholy silently churning within her.
Gu Qing, oblivious to Tong Liya's fluctuating emotions, released Jing Tian's hand from his pocket.
Turning to look at Director Chen, a hint of doubt appeared in his eyes, and he asked softly:
"Director Chen, I'm a little curious, how did you choose Tian Tian and Sister Ya Ya to play Yang Yuhuan and Hu Yulian respectively?"
He clearly remembers the casting shortcomings of the original "Legend of the Demon Cat".
In the past life film,
The actress who plays Yang Yuhuan is of mixed race with features that are more Caucasian.
Hu Yulian is played by Zhang Tianai.
After the film's release, the casting directly sparked massive online criticism, becoming the biggest point of controversy that year.
Numerous history enthusiasts and historians have published articles offering harsh criticism.
Yang Guifei was born into the Hongnong Yang clan, a prominent family among the five noble clans, and a true and orthodox Han Chinese woman.
As a result, the production team found an actress with a heavily Westernized appearance, which completely contradicted the image recorded in historical materials, creating a disconnect in the viewing experience. Isn't this just ridiculous?
Even worse,
Seeing that half of the film had Japanese investment, various speculations and inferences almost caused a major uproar.
As for Hu Yulian, played by Zhang Tianai, the character was originally set as a charming enchantress with exotic looks and superb dancing skills.
However, Zhang Tianai is slender, her features are too distinctly Eastern, and her dance background is not enough to support the role.
This character is completely unremarkable throughout the entire film, with no memorable moments.
From the perspective of both ordinary viewers and historical researchers, Gu Qing believes that Director Chen has currently chosen Jing Tian and Tong Liya as his co-stars.
On the contrary, it perfectly matches the historical records of the characters and also fits the public's aesthetic. The casting is definitely better than in the previous life and can avoid many bad points.
Upon hearing this, Director Chen
His gaze first fell on Tong Liya, and his tone was firm and steady: "The role of Hu Yulian requires temperament, figure, and dance skills. Tong Liya is the most suitable, and there is no other choice."
The tone changed abruptly.
Director Chen's gaze shifted to Jing Tian, who was smiling broadly beside him. He paused slightly, a hint of barely perceptible helplessness in his voice: "As for Jing Tian playing Yang Yuhuan..."
In the script setting:
Yang Guifei was of mixed Han and non-Han descent, and Director Chen initially preferred a Chinese-French actress.
However, the realities of the film and television industry are starkly apparent.
Even top directors in the industry often have to compromise and make concessions for capital and project scheduling.
As the saying goes: Even a great man has to bow down for five pecks of rice.
Jing Tian brought her own substantial financial resources to the project.
Just the fact that her team can secure screen time for the film in theaters is enough.
They directly grasped Director Chen's core desire for the film to become a hit and win critical acclaim and awards.
Director Chen has no shortage of funds for filming.
But his lifelong wish was to replicate the legendary success of "Farewell My Concubine," win major awards, and leave his mark on film history.
The theatrical release schedule directly determines a film's exposure and box office ceiling, leaving him no room to easily refuse.
Jing Tian keenly noticed the slight hesitation in Director Chen's words and immediately stood up straight.
She raised her hand and gave Director Chen a respectful salute, her clear and sweet voice ringing out.
"Director Chen, please rest assured, I'll have a master supervisor overseeing me for the next few months."
I will definitely eat as much as I can and make sure I get plump and healthy to fit the image of Yang Guifei. I absolutely will not let you and the entire crew down!
Jing Tian showed absolutely no arrogance or domineering attitude, which completely dispelled Director Chen's dissatisfaction with the casting choice.
His expression softened, and he nodded slightly, setting the standard:
"You need to gain at least 20 pounds in two months. That's the hard goal I've set for you."
As soon as he finished speaking,
Director Chen's phone suddenly rang urgently in his pocket. He took it out, glanced at the caller ID, and turned to Gu Qingwen, speaking softly:
"Le Tian, you guys rest inside for a bit, I'm going out to take a work call."
After saying that, he turned around and quickly walked out of the old house.
Once the county magistrate left,
The tense atmosphere in the room instantly relaxed completely, and the oppressive feeling vanished.
All the crew members were greatly impressed by Gu Qing's words and smile.
Now that the room is free from Director Chen's constraints, the staff immediately and enthusiastically offered various heating items.
"Teacher Gu Qing, it's so cold, would you like some hot water?"
"Teacher Gu, here's a hot water bottle that's just been charged and is brand new and just opened. Please warm your hands with it."
"Thank you."
Gu Qing did not refuse, thanked the staff, and accepted the brown cartoon bear electric heating bag handed to her by an employee.
As soon as you receive it, you can feel a warm sensation spreading from your palm to your arm.
He took it without pausing and handed it to Tong Liya. "Sister Yaya."
Tong Liya was taken aback.
She didn't expect Gu Qing to give it to her first.
Tong Liya's fingers stiffened for a moment.
"Sister Ya Ya?"
"Okay... thank you, little brother."
Tong Liya caught it in a panic.
"Sister YaYa, why are you thanking me?"
Gu Qing was completely bewildered. He reached out and took the second hot water bottle, then reached into his pocket and pulled out the restless little white hand that kept scratching him with its fingertips.
"Yang Guifei, I don't have any fresh lychees in my pocket. Take a hot water bottle to warm up first."
"Master, I still feel warmer in my pocket."
Sweetie pouted and acted cute.
"But I think a hot water bottle is warmer."
Gu Qing ignored Da Tiantian's cute act and spoke calmly.
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"Sweetie, did Director Chen make you gain 20 pounds in two months?"
Tong Liya lowered her head and placed her cold hands into the hot water bottle, feeling the warmth inside dispel the chill from her fingertips.
He immediately looked up.
With a smile on her pretty face, she teased Da Tian Tian, "Aren't you afraid you'll turn into a little pig?"
"Sister Ya Ya, of course I'm scared, but Director Chen said that if I'm not willing to gain weight, I won't be able to come to the set and film with the master."
Jing Tian also made a very strong decision.
Since filming "Love O2O", Jing Tian has firmly established herself as a top-tier actress in the entertainment industry.
With dozens of brand endorsements, he has a huge fan base among the general public.
Female celebrities face strict weight requirements for appearing on camera, and gaining 20 to 30 pounds in a short period of time carries extremely high risks.
Once you gain weight, your cheeks will sag and your face will become puffy. Not only will you lose a lot of fans, but you will also see a significant reduction in various fashion endorsement opportunities, which will be a huge blow to your career development.
But when Da Tian Tian thought about being able to film with Gu Qing, she was willing to make any sacrifice.
The only thing that made her uneasy was...
"Master, will you think I'm too fat when the time comes?"
Jing Tian asked pitifully.
"No, your normal weight is only 93 pounds. If you gain another 20 pounds, it will actually be just right. I think you will look even better that way."
Gu Qing comforted her gently.
He has worked with quite a few actresses, not to mention the female celebrities he has met in public.
Nearly 90% of female celebrities in the industry maintain a weight of around 80 pounds year-round.
Even though she is over 1.7 meters tall, she still controls her weight like crazy. She looks slim and beautiful on camera, but in real life she is so thin that she is just a skeleton and looks like she could be blown away by the wind.
This doesn't actually conform to normal human aesthetics; it's purely a result of being misled by the camera.
Of all the actresses Gu Qing has worked with and knows, he has only met two who consistently weigh over 100 pounds.
One is Sister Jiang Xin, who is a little over 1.7 meters tall. She has a naturally easy-to-gain-weight physique and a well-proportioned and full frame.
another,
She was Senior Sister Liu, who always showed off her milk tea whenever they met.
Gu Qing could tell with the naked eye that both of them weighed over 100 pounds!
But whether it's Jiang Xin or Liu Tianxian,
She looked slightly plump and chubby on camera and was often criticized for being fat.
However, the real person in the photos has smooth and symmetrical lines, making her a very beautiful type.
Hearing Gu Qing's reassuring words,
Jing Tian's almond-shaped eyes lit up instantly, all her worries vanished, and her eyebrows curved into a smile:
"Really? Then I'm going to go on a killing spree!"
Tong Liya, standing nearby, noticed the blind spot.
She took two small steps forward, her slender elbow lightly bumping Gu Qing's arm, a teasing glint in her eyes, her voice chuckled softly:
"Little brother, you even know that Tian Tian weighs 93 pounds? She told you all about such a private number like her weight?"
A teasing remark tinged with a hint of ambiguity.
This made Da Tian Tian feel embarrassed, and her pretty face turned slightly red.
Gu Qing's expression remained unchanged. He looked up at Tong Liya and said, "Sister Yaya, I estimate your weight to be around 85 pounds."
Upon hearing this, Tong Liya's eyes widened in disbelief, her drooping eyes narrowing slightly as she asked in surprise:
"Little brother, how did you guess so accurately? Who told you my weight?"
"Sister Ya Ya, my eyes are my ruler."
Gu Qing casually threw out a meme that had gone viral across the internet in his previous life.
Unfortunately, the speaker meant no harm, but the listener took it to heart.
Tong Liya stood there stunned, subconsciously looking down at herself from top to bottom.
Her slender, flat figure was on full display, with snow boots hanging down to her feet.
"The eyes are... a ruler?"
Is this a metaphor or a realistic depiction?
Tong Liya subconsciously turned her head and glanced at Jing Tian, who had a full figure beside her, and a strange speculation arose in her mind:
Could it be that...
Does my younger brother prefer girls with fuller, more curvaceous figures?
She carefully recalled the group of female celebrities in the industry who were friends with Gu Qing, and found that almost none of them were his age.
Most of the celebrities I interact with closely are older female artists who are a few years older and have a gentle, maternal quality.
Tong Liya sighed softly and silently, pondering to herself:
It makes sense, considering he went abroad alone to study and develop his career in his early years, without any relatives or friends.
Having wandered away from home for many years and lacking the care of elders, they naturally prefer older women who are gentle, considerate, and possess a maternal aura of tolerance.
Tong Liya's eyes flashed with heartache, and she sighed softly.
No wonder,
Why is Gu Qing so close to me?
They comforted her and immediately brought her a hot water bottle.
Could it be that he... sees me as a sister he can rely on, or even some kind of maternal support?
the other side,
Gu Qing had no idea that by simply delivering a hot water bottle, he had already been labeled 'Wa's junior' by Tong Liya.
He was looking outside.
They discovered that Director Chen was walking towards them with a bald young man, surrounded by several people.
"Is this Shota Rangu?"
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...(End of this chapter)