Chapter 173: Rise Bravely Charges Into The Golden Eagle Festival, Professional Beast Team
Outside the red carpet.
“Is there any chance for the Most Popular Actor award this time?”
《The Circulation 》 film crew arrived at the red carpet waiting area. Director Zhang, sitting in the RV with Chi Ye, asked with a smile, “Are you going for the Most Popular Actor award this time?”
Chi Ye answered truthfully: “I don’t know.”
Director Zhang didn’t believe him: “There’s something you don’t know?”
Chi Ye squinted: “What do you mean?”
“For this Golden Eagle Crystal Cup, there are many people competing. If you can win it, your status as a first-tier trafficker will be officially stamped and recognized.”
Director Zhang glanced at Jin Xia, who was preparing nearby. He turned back and said sincerely, “If it can be arranged, let’s try to make it happen.”
Chi Ye nodded, but said nothing.
Director Zhang’s words were indeed factual.
The Golden Eagle Crystal Cup, held every two years, is a competition ground for all the little stars and young actors in the industry. Whoever wins the final Golden Eagle Goddess/God will naturally undergo an ascension-like transformation in their star power and status within and outside the industry.
After all, this award is different from the Golden Eagle Best Actor and TV Empress awards; it is purely a traffic-based award, looking at an artist’s recent popularity and fan engagement.
As for this year’s Crystal Cup, due to the absence of Yu Yan and Lin Yang Qianrui, and Lao Ji’s death, it has left many top streamers and young actors in the industry with a “once-in-four-or-five-years opportunity.”
Winning this Crystal Cup and then heavily marketing it could attract an unknown number of fans.
Of course, if one were to win this year’s Golden Eagle Crystal Cup, it would mean their traffic has reached a certain level, and attracting more fans would merely be icing on the cake.
For example, Chu Han Zhou and Peng Chen.
Chu Han Zhou had already won the Crystal Cup previously, while Peng Chen was purely at a critical point for upgrading his star power and urgently needed the Crystal Cup to elevate his status. The conflict between Zhang Yu and Lao Peng was well-known in the industry, with them having argued over the finale slot at the New Year’s Eve Gala.
Therefore, Chu Han Zhou this year purely wanted to protect Peng Chen, fearing that Peng Chen would snatch his resources and take away other opportunities left by Ji Hemming.
Lao Peng was sad. He was already targeted by Chu Han Zhou, and now there was another one…
Chi Ye was thinking this when, the next moment, he actually saw Lao Peng.
He was wearing a specially custom-made pair of stilts, with a peculiar hairstyle resembling two cockroach antennae. He was currently standing still, getting used to the power of his battle boots.
“This time, he’s prepared and won’t let the disgusting incident at the Screaming Night red carpet happen again!”
“It’s good to be young, able to grow taller just like that.”
Chi Ye sighed.
“Hmm?”
Peng Chen seemed to notice his gaze and looked back. The first thing he noticed was Jin Xia, not far away, and then he looked at Chi Ye and smiled faintly.
“It’s good to be young, to live off a woman’s earnings when you have a bad stomach.”
…
Meanwhile.
Outside the red carpet area.
“I really didn’t hide any chicken feet this time! Can you guys respect me?!”
Ji Zhua Zhang, dressed impeccably in a suit, along with two honest-looking men, were stopped by seven or eight security guards who had been specifically instructed to watch them after entering the outer perimeter of the red carpet.
They were asked to be searched.
Ji Zhua Zhang was very angry about this, feeling that he had been personally insulted.
He pointed to his sharp suit and asked, “Do you think this outfit can hide any chicken feet?”
The security guard remained silent, only insisting that he take off his jacket.
Ji Zhua Zhang had no choice but to take it off, revealing a brand new white shirt underneath.
“There really aren’t any…”
“Not in his butt either.”
Several security guards came back to report.
The leading guard was surprised: “So well-behaved this time?”
Ji Zhua Zhang put his clothes back on, adjusted his tie, and smiled faintly: “My status is different now. I am now a well-known People’s Entrepreneur online! Things like throwing chicken feet in public would naturally not happen again.”
“Status, pay attention to your status.”
The leading guard eyed him and waved, “Alright then, thank you for your cooperation. You can go in.”
“Hmph.”
The two honest men let out proud humphs, and the three of them stepped into the red carpet venue together.
“…Hmm, it’s quite surprising that he didn’t hide any chicken feet, but…”
As several security guards watched the three walk away with determined strides, a young security guard asked, “But why are they all wearing sunglasses in broad daylight?”
“I don’t know.”
“We don’t know.”
“Probably to show off…”
Everyone speculated.
…
Ahead.
“We’re in!”
“Nice!”
“As expected of Manager Zhang, he’s seen big events, he’s too amazing!”
The two honest men, following behind Ji Zhua Zhang, excitedly waved their fists after seeing them successfully enter.
Ji Zhua Zhang’s expression remained unchanged as he turned and entered the red carpet waiting area.
Many small film crews were already preparing here.
Fifteen minutes later, with flashes of light and continuous clicking sounds, this year’s Golden Eagle red carpet officially began.
Ji Zhua Zhang and his two companions were arranged to walk the red carpet in the third group, as their star power was not high. They had paid to be there purely to ride on popularity, so they could only “sneak in” at the beginning.
Ten minutes later, the red carpet host’s voice, full of emotion, announced: “Next, walking towards us, are the guest performers of this year’s Golden Eagle Festival, the Rise trio!”
As the words fell, the media and fans below fell silent, their gazes all fixed on Ji Zhua Zhang and his two companions.
Ji Zhua Zhang and his two companions, dressed in suits, walked the red carpet with their heads held high, their expressions full of confidence. They smiled and waved to the crowd below.
Click, click.
The media below showed little interest in them, with long intervals between shutter clicks.
Ji Zhua Zhang sneered inwardly upon seeing this.
Then, he quickly walked to a spot not far from the cameras, suddenly stopped, and without turning back, asked, “Are you all ready?”
The two honest men’s faces changed, and slight nervousness and awkwardness appeared in their expressions.
“Brother Zhang, do we really have to do this…”
Honest man Lin Ze Yu hesitated and faltered.
“Nonsense, once the arrow is released, there’s no turning back. Go! ! “
Ji Zhua Zhang suddenly turned, facing the center of the cameras: “Bring out our tools!”
“Sunglasses!”
The two honest men straightened their backs, and they both took off their sunglasses. It was then revealed that under their sunglasses, they had been wearing trendy brand and “mini logo sticker makeup” of chicken feet.
The crowd below vaguely realized something and their mouths flew open.
“Stereo!”
Su Ran actually pulled out a Bluetooth speaker from his person. It was unclear where he had hidden it, as he hadn’t been discovered.
The program director’s eyes widened, and he shouted, “No!!”
Ji Zhua Zhang shouted: “Play!!”
Chi Ye’s “singing” instantly emanated.
“Full firepower! Full firepower!”
Ji Zhua Zhang excitedly commanded: “321… Twist!!”
“Full firepower~~~!!”
The dynamic DJ music continued to play in this area, it was Ji Zhua Zhang’s own production, the specially modified “《Full Firepower 》 DJ Ji Zhua Zhang Version.”
“Chicken Feet! Fuck your mother, you didn’t tell me it would be like this before!”
A certain paid management staff member’s eyes turned red as he pointed at Ji Zhua Zhang on stage and cursed loudly.
But now Rise was completely immersed in their art, how could they pay attention to someone else’s scolding?
Amidst the rhythmic beats, Ji Zhua Zhang, Lin Ze Yu, and Su Ran twisted their hips with all their might.
Cupping their crotches, licking their lips, and making seductive glances.
In this moment, it somehow felt like a return to the past with Rise.
They’re back, they’re all back.
As Ji Zhua Zhang got into the groove, he even cleared his throat and roared, “Full firepower! Eh! Eh eh~!”
Click click click…
The media and audience below finally reacted, and instantly went “crazy.”
However, the media were excited that Rise had not disappointed.
The audience and fans, on the other hand, were cursing Ji Zhua Zhang for being shameless.
Thus, the paid program staff members were furious: “Security! Security! Get these three beasts out of here!”
“Hey, don’t rush.”
Just then, the chief director of the program team stopped him, because they discovered that while Ji Zhua Zhang and his two companions were dancing, they were also moving in a “ghostly” manner, not delaying the red carpet process or time.
Even when they caught the camera’s attention, they stopped twisting their hips and said with a straight face: “Don’t ruin the red carpet segment for others. Let’s go.”
The two behind them nodded like little chicks pecking at rice. The three of them left the red carpet under the disbelieving gazes of everyone.
“Ah, this…”
The person who was paid was dumbfounded.
The chief director felt relieved: “It’s alright. He didn’t throw chicken feet on the spot, and he didn’t delay the process. It’s much better than before.”
Everyone: “…”
…
“…Awesome.”
Not far away.
Sister Shang, who had just come over to greet Chi Ye and Jin Xia, turned around after seeing this scene, her eyes shining. She turned to Chi Ye and said, “Teacher Xiao Chi, the ‘soldiers’ you’ve trained are getting better and better.”
Chi Ye looked at the resolute and decisive backs of the three, and after a long silence said, “Professional team.”
“Yes, a professional team of beasts.”
Director Zhang nodded, then beckoned to the surrounding Circulation 《 film crew members who were watching the excitement: “Come on, it’s almost our turn. Everyone get ready…”
…
The Golden Eagle red carpet officially began, and various big stars and top streamers from the industry gradually filled the waiting area.
Best Actors, TV Empresses, Movie Emperors, Film Empresses, various great directors, producers, from Hong Kong, Taipei, and Mainland China…
In short, it was a star-studded event with a galaxy of stars.
The vast majority of these were people and circles that Chi Ye had never interacted with before.
Most people were unfamiliar with Chi Ye. Some who enjoyed making friends came over to say hello, but more people, especially from the Yue Na System and the movie circle, as well as other young actors, were not very interested.
Amidst the crowd, Chi Ye did see a few of his “old acquaintances.”
For example, Mom Wen Wen Lijuan, Teacher Huang and Teacher Lu who hadn’t been seen in a long time, Xiang You, and Sister Qianzi, Sister Shang, Sheng Ning…
Wait, why is Jin Ming here?
Chi Ye’s eyes flickered, and he actually spotted a familiar figure among the crowd.
Jin Ming!
Was he attending this gala as a producer?
Chi Ye looked at Empress Dowager, who was not far away, and saw that Empress Dowager had also noticed Uncle, but she shook her head at him, indicating that she didn’t know Uncle would be here either.
“Okay.”
Chi Ye didn’t pay any more attention to these matters, as the Circulation 《 film crew had already taken the stage.
…
Corner of the waiting area.
Performance guest resting area.
“Everyone get ready. After ‘Senior Brother’s’ film crew passes, it will be our turn to perform.”
Liu Xingye, the captain of the Rose Rat Men’s team, watched the movement ahead, the cheers of the audience and fans, and the shouts of “Ye Zi, look here!” His eyes showed envy, longing, and nervousness.
That’s right. As the Rise second-generation group newly promoted by Yue Na, and backed by a large company, their treatment was much better than that of Lao Senior Ji Zhua Zi and his two companions.
Ji Zhua Zhang and his two companions were forcefully trying to get attention on the red carpet.
But they were different. They could openly perform a program in the middle of the red carpet this time!
And for this program, Yue Na and Rose had been preparing for a long time.
“Hey, you, are you ready to ‘spray’?”
“Captain, can you change that inverted sentence structure…” Vice-captain Peng She said awkwardly, “Besides, there’s a difference between ‘she’ and ‘to spray’.”
“Ready!”
The other team members around responded one after another.
“Got it, got it. Anyway, you’re going to perform a similar act today.”
Liu Xingye waved impatiently, “Try on the shoes again. You’ve already seen the ‘strength’ of the senior group. Our Rose’s first red carpet show… must be foolproof!”
Peng She said nothing more, but unwillingly changed into Peng Chen’s custom-made “Dignity +18CM” red carpet battle boots.
He tried to stand up and walk a few steps. As soon as he got up, everyone around felt covered by a huge “shadow.”
“Damn, a giant?!”
Someone couldn’t help but exclaim.
Peng She’s face looked a little awkward, and he instinctively hunched his back, but he still looked like a “giant.”
Yes, Peng She, the vice-captain of the Rose second-generation group, has a net height of 185cm. Now, after wearing the “Dignity +18CM,” he looked over two meters tall!
Coincidentally, he was also very tall, so at this moment, especially compared to the surrounding Rose teammates who were all 173cm mouse-people, he looked like a giant.
Captain Liu Xingye was even more like a small figure, a little toy.
—Peng Chen is a small giant, but Peng She is a real giant!!
“Cough, cough, why are you standing so high up?!”
Liu Xingye noticed the eyes of those around him who couldn’t hold back their laughter, his face immediately darkened, and he frowned at Peng She: “Bend over before walking the red carpet.”
Peng She: “…”
You’re the one who said it, you idiot!
Moreover, speaking from a million steps back, why couldn’t Liu Xingye “play” this kind of anomaly?
His height perfectly matched “little giant”! His appearance was even worse, not even a tenth of Peng Chen’s!
Just because my surname is Peng, do you have to make me lose face like this?
“Rose, get ready!”
A staff member came over to hurry them.
The Rose group immediately straightened up, stood up, and began to prepare.
“What kind of anomaly boy band is this? Yue Na used to have good taste, what kind of group did she put together this time?”
“It’s a war between mouse-people and anomalies.”
“Attack on Titan?”
Chi Ye, who had just finished the first round of the red carpet, stopped and looked at the scene in shock.
“Teacher Chi, hurry and change.”
Jin Xia walked over, holding her skirt, and urged: “Hurry, hurry.”
Chi Ye snapped back to attention and looked at the Empress Dowager, who had attracted everyone’s attention the moment she arrived.
She was wearing a black evening gown. The upper part of the gown featured a fitted design, perfectly outlining her slender waist. The lower part was a voluminous, layered skirt that undulated like waves, making each step feel like treading on clouds of dreams.
It’s worth mentioning that, whether intentional or not, her neckline today was a delicate faux deep V design. In the camera, it didn’t show much, only appearing exaggerated, but from Chi Ye’s perspective, all he had to do was lower his head to see that astonishing cleavage.
Chi Ye paused, withdrew his gaze, and said with an unchanged expression: “I picked out my own outfit.”
“What?”
Jin Xia was taken aback, then looked displeased and wronged: “You said you’d listen to me, Chi Ye, you’re not being obedient.”
“…I chose the haute couture outfit you made for me in Paris.”
Chi Ye thought for a moment, looked at the flashing spotlights of the red carpet, and said: “Last time, I could only watch you walk from below. This time, I want to walk with you, wearing the clothes we picked out together, in the best state.”
Jin Xia blinked her big eyes and stammered: “Well… then… then it’s fine, I’ll listen to you.”
Chi Ye smiled without speaking.
Heh, little Jin Xia.
Control.
