usenovelgroup Chapter 8: He is a person who values fairness the most.
Chapter 8: He is a person who values fairness the most.
Heading to the recording studio on Mercury.
Because the distance is relatively far.
So the journey will take about three hours.
Lin Youyou's entire team of three came out, and even her stylist, Semir, was brought along.
Normally, a newcomer wouldn't receive this kind of treatment.
In reality, many celebrities, when they go to film sets or for promotional events, may not even have an assistant, let alone a stylist.
This kind of treatment is at least at the third-tier level, requiring some brand recognition and a considerable business offer.
This time, however, Yang Tianzhen arranged for Shen Jian to have a company car.
And all three groups escorted them.
This is enough to show that her attitude towards Shen Jian has begun to change.
This also stems from Shen Jian's excellent ability to generate conversation.
A single video can garner nearly ten million views in less than 24 hours.
There's no way to ignore it.
"Master Zhu, let's hurry up and get there sooner so the newcomers can get familiar with the place."
Lin Youyou communicated with the driver again.
Shen Jianzheng, who was reading a book behind them, looked up when he heard the noise and interrupted the conversation.
"Youyou, why are you going so early? It's just one line. You're just waiting here anyway."
Lin Youyou turned to look at Shen Jian, pointing at his head:
"Are you going to style your hair in the car? If you don't want to dazzle passersby when the camera is on, you don't have to. We can just arrive later. We have enough time anyway."
"No, go at your own pace. Although you're young, you still need opportunities to hone your skills. Go for it, Xiaoyou. I believe in you," Shen Jian said seriously.
"..."
[One more hilarious joke]
Lin Youyou's lips twitched, her face speechless.
What does it mean to give her a chance to train?
You've already said everything, so you've lost all sense of shame, haven't you?
"Be on your best when you get there. This is your first time appearing on a variety show, so make the most of the opportunity."
"Yes."
Shen Jian nodded in response, then patted the driver in front on the shoulder:
"Sir, it's okay if the car goes a little slower, but it has to go fast."
Lin Youyou: "..."
Zhang Shan: "???"
Li Si: "???"
Semir: "???"
Driver: "...Okay."
[One more hilarious joke]
...
...
Three hours later.
Shen Jian arrived at the Mercury Intelligence Agency recording site.
This is the Beijing branch building of Youku Video's variety show production division.
Many variety shows are filmed here.
The show Mercury is actually more of a situational talk show.
It uses the humorous style of variety shows to discuss novel and interesting topics, and brings joy to the audience from different angles and with creative ideas.
Wang Han serves as the director of each season, while other celebrities act as Mercury agents, reporting on their novel and interesting discoveries, which are then discussed by everyone.
That's the theme of the show.
Of course, the so-called discovery was actually something the directors had planned long ago.
Guests only need to memorize it in advance.
The recording studio is on the third floor.
As soon as you enter, you can see many people busy at work.
Adjust camera position, test microphone sound, and adjust lighting transitions.
There were about a hundred people in the audience.
Most of them are young, handsome men and beautiful women. Some are models and internet celebrities, while others, like Shen Jian, are internet celebrity artists signed with a company.
Lin Youyou contacted the program crew.
I got a few temporary work badges.
After putting them on, the group could proceed to the interior of the venue.
After finding a secluded spot, Semir began styling Shen Jian.
This immediately attracted considerable attention.
"Wow, who is that? What a grand entrance! Three assistants and a stylist—a mystery guest?"
"Looks unfamiliar, doesn't seem like a Chinese celebrity, is she from South Korea?"
"Don't be ridiculous, how could that be? Besides, I've seen the script, there are no special guests this episode."
"Wait a minute, isn't that Semir? I know him. He did Song Jia's hair on the red carpet at the Berlin Film Festival two years ago."
"Someone who's only interested in entertainment? If that's the case, then this person is quite something."
"Wait a minute...he looks familiar...oh my god, isn't that...him?!"
Who is it?
"Don't use Douyin? That illiterate guy is all the rage lately, Shen Jian!"
"ah?!"
At this moment, someone in the audience recognized Shen Jian.
People started discussing it.
Are you nervous?
"I'm not nervous."
"That's good. Your seat is behind Professor Xue, but I'd like to remind you that the person speaking before you is also a colleague from Yinhe Cool Entertainment. Be careful."
Shen Jian was taken aback: "What's wrong? Our close rival?"
Lin Youyou shook her head: "It's not that serious. Just be careful. I heard they've also signed a new internet celebrity, Zhao Duoyang."
Shen Jian recalled for a moment, and seemed to remember something: "I think we participated in a PK competition. I heard that his top female fan on the leaderboard dropped out, and after he went up the mountain, no one voted for him anymore. So, he came to the entertainment industry because he couldn't make a living?"
Lin Youyou: "Uh..."
[One more hilarious joke]
Shen Jian: "So, does Yinhe Cool Entertainment have very strong resources?"
"Not really, but there are many tactics that brokerage companies use that you can't even imagine. There's no point in telling you now, let's just finish recording today's show."
Lin Youyou shook her head helplessly and did not explain further.
Although during the promotion of new talents, there is not much competition for resources among the major entertainment companies.
But some talent agencies, anyone in the industry knows what's going on.
The biggest news in the first half of the year was undoubtedly the contract termination controversy of top star Zhao Lusi.
That company was none other than the ruthless Yinhe Cool Entertainment.
So Yang Tian's advice was not without reason.
This industry is incredibly complex and unpredictable; where the camera and spotlight don't reach, everything is a game of trickery.
Even if you don't resort to underhanded tactics, you still need to learn how to protect yourself.
The styling is done.
Lin Youyou saw Shen Jian off from outside the venue.
"Go ahead, we'll be right outside. Remember, keep yourself in top form, and don't forget what Teacher Semir told you, that your profile is the most handsome angle."
Lin Youyou gave her earnest instructions.
It looks like a young stepmother sending her cheap, grown-up son to take the college entrance exam.
Shen Jianting was deeply moved. Having lived two lifetimes, this was the first time she had received such meticulous care.
But they were just company employees.
They're not related by blood or marriage, and the salary isn't high either.
Shen Jian believed that he might be able to provide some fairness to Lin Youyou and the others in some way.
He stopped and turned back sincerely:
"mom."
Lin Youyou: "!!!"
Zhang Shan: "!!!"
Zhang Shan: "!!!"
Semir: "..."
[One more hilarious joke]
The atmosphere froze instantly, but it also seemed to achieve a certain fairness.
The Mercury staff who passed by were completely baffled.
A handsome young man who looks to be in his early twenties calls a woman with pigtails who looks younger than him "Mom."
Is this some kind of incomprehensible cosplay?
The group of people stood there speechless and stunned.
Shen Jian didn't pay any attention.
He smiled and turned to walk towards the venue.
Despite being unrelated by blood, such care is shown to her; calling her "Mom" demonstrates fairness.
I was so moved that I couldn't even speak.
I guess I'm just too positive.
Keep it up.
...
Shen Jian had been in the venue for quite some time.
The group then awoke from their nightmare.
Lin Youyou was completely bewildered: "What...what did he just call me?"
Zhang Shan: "Mom."
Zhang Si: "Yes."
Semir: "Uh... awesome."