Becoming a Movie Star, System Only Finished Loading After Ten Years
Chapter 64 - 63: "Chinese Paladin 3" Wraps Up Filming (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

Chapter 64: Chapter 63: "Chinese Paladin 3" Wraps Up Filming (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

Zhang Nan originally thought Qi Hao would be down for a while, after all, in that week or so, they had seen and heard many human tragedies.

However, after doing his part, Qi Hao quickly returned to normal.

The filming locations for "Chinese Paladin 3" included not only Hengdian Film City, but also Fangyan Scenic Area, Shouxian Valley Scenic Area, Xiangshan Film City, and even involved the Phoenix Ancient City in Xiangxi.

After finishing the parts in Hengdian, Qi Hao followed the crew around to shoot the final scenes.

"Okay, it’s a wrap, and now I announce, ’Chinese Paladin 3’ is officially wrapped!"

Director Li couldn’t hide his excitement.

By the time the last scene wrapped, the crew had been filming for nearly five months, and it was already June.

The weather grew increasingly hot, especially with the recent high temperatures.

The sun in the sky was more scorching than Nanny Rong.

The actors had to appear in perfect attire, often having to wipe sweat during takes.

Luckily, it was finally finished smoothly.

Apart from sending supplies and leaving the crew for over a week, Qi Hao spent most of his time in the crew during filming.

He only occasionally went out for some necessary activities.

He complied with the filming arrangements without ever leveraging his status to demand special treatment.

He was particularly respectful to the director and co-actors.

Even towards ordinary staff, he was more amiable than other actors.

Therefore, the entire crew praised Qi Hao highly.

Director Li also had a great impression of Qi Hao, but he didn’t think Sugarman had a chance to sign Qi Hao. Cai Yinong’s idea was too naive; how could a small establishment like Sugarman accommodate Qi Hao?

Qi Hao’s journey certainly wouldn’t stop here.

Another thing that Director Li found amusing was the romantic issues among the crew over the past few months.

First it was Yang Mi, then Tang Yan, and even their company’s Liu Shishi often had rumors with Qi Hao.

These seemed too juvenile to him.

Director Li had eaten more salt than these youngsters had eaten rice.

He thought these girls were too timid.

As long as they were bolder, they could let Zhenzi go on maternity leave.

If you just dared to knock on the door at night, even if the passionate young guy was unwilling, how could he control himself?

Doesn’t he like reading?

If nothing else, throw a copy of "Jin Ping Mei" in his room.

Just thinking about "Jin Ping Mei", Ximen Qi Hao came over carrying a small bag.

"Director, thank you for taking care of me all these days, this is a small gift for you, I hope we have the chance to work together again."

As long as things didn’t end unpleasantly, Qi Hao would give gifts when wrapping up.

It didn’t cost much money, and it left a good impression.

"Oh, a gift, thank you."

Director Li opened the bag and found a bamboo-carved long box, and inside it was an elegantly packaged folding fan craft.

A fan, quite suitable for the current weather, Director Li immediately took it out to fan himself a bit.

Choosing this gift was indeed thoughtful.

Other people, including the staff, also received gifts from Qi Hao.

At worst, it was a box of chocolates.

Old Tian used to just give, and he had already given mostly everything.

After Zhang Nan became the manager, not only did he give, but he also categorized according to different people’s different needs.

The prices were about the same, avoiding favoritism based on status.

After months of running in, Zhang Nan, the King of Competition, could now fully undertake the work of a manager.

Liu Shishi, Yang Mi, Tang Yan, He Yan Ni, and others all had gifts.

If anyone really had a crush on Qi Hao, they could perfectly well keep the gifts as mementos.

"Big Brother, thank you." Yang Mi toasted Qi Hao.

"Thank me for what, there’s no need to be so polite, happy cooperation~" Qi Hao knew what she meant but didn’t pay much attention.

In fact, he wanted more to tell Yang Mi to hone her acting skills more.

These few years, she really had not made any progress at all.

Opportunities are for those who are prepared; without opportunities, don’t prepare aimlessly. But as an actor, to have a long career and some pursuit, improving oneself is the most cost-effective way.

However, Qi Hao rarely used his status to preach to others.

Doesn’t Yang Mi understand these life truths?

She’s not a fool, she surely understands, even if she doesn’t, there must be no shortage of knowledgeable teachers and elders around her.

The wheels of fate hadn’t moved, and the chain of life broke with a step.

You’re all dining at the wrap party, no need to bring up life lessons to annoy people.

The same went for Tang Yan.

She really learned a lot from Qi Hao.

At least her progress in acting was visibly noticeable.

As a disgrace to Central Academy of Drama, the reason for her improvement couldn’t be Director Li or other directors.

Their filming methods were more about leading actors to perform in their true character.

Most of the credit should go to acting alongside Qi Hao, the award-winning actor.

As the saying goes, you become like those you spend time with; harmony in sound produces clear echoes, and a correct form casts a right shadow.

When you often act with outstanding actors, your acting skills will unknowingly improve.

But if you act with poor actors...

Qi Hao can now feel himself being dragged down by the crew of "Chinese Paladin 3".

If not for entering the training space twice and Zhang Songwen’s lessons, his acting skills might have regressed.

Zhang Songwen has finished his lessons.

He spent an extra two hours with Qi Hao and even landed a small role in the film, greatly easing his current financial crisis.

The most important thing is that having the experience of teaching Qi Hao, the award-winning actor, has noticeably increased his reputation in the industry, with more and more celebrities reaching out to him for private lessons.

He is very grateful to Qi Hao.

However, when Liu Shishi also came over with drinks, thanking Qi Hao profusely, Qi Hao was somewhat puzzled.

They didn’t have many scenes together, and there was little interaction.

Even in the system they meticulously planned, Liu Shishi didn’t really get to benefit much, compared to Yang Mi and Tang Yan, her gossip articles were much less significant.

Girl, what are you trying to stir up?

Saying things like this can easily cause misunderstandings.

"It was such a pleasure working with you. I hope we have the chance to collaborate again." Liu Shishi said sincerely.

After all, being able to work with Qi Hao at least indicates her star status has risen.

If it weren’t for Qi Hao’s previous agency arranging this role for him, the "Chinese Paladin 3" crew probably wouldn’t have been able to hire Qi Hao.

Qi Hao isn’t opposed to acting in TV dramas.

He’s not foolish.

Even if he’s become a film star, it doesn’t stop him from continuing to act in dramas.

The big screen can indeed establish one’s status in the industry, but to gain so-called national recognition, TV dramas are still necessary.

With the national recognition, the commercial endorsements and resources can be maintained.

That’s when he can have the audacity to tell Huang Xiaoming, the world’s closest distance is me on top, you below, pressing you down entirely.

"The circle is just that small, I’m sure there will be opportunities."

Qi Hao was very cordial to Liu Shishi, like a warm guy with a radiant halo behind his head.

Liu Shishi blushed slightly.

Handsome and warmhearted... Wonder who the lucky bastard will be.

At the wrap party, many people came to toast Qi Hao, which made him a bit dizzy despite often being called the ’God of Wine’.

When he returned to the hotel, Zhang Nan had already packed his things for him.

The books had been shipped back to the capital one by one.

EMS is slow, but it is reliable.

Some other things will be taken by car, Qi Hao is not flying this time but directly driving to Shen City.

Over there, "October Fortress" is about to start filming.

As the representative of Fat Sheep Media, the investor, he needs to go early.

"Leave tomorrow morning after a good sleep, no need to get up early, you go rest too." Qi Hao shooed Zhang Nan away.

Zhang Nan got up intending to leave, but stopped before leaving.

"Anything?" Qi Hao was puzzled.

"What about Yang Liu?" Zhang Nan was still kind enough to ask about this matter.

Qi Hao is not someone who likes being served by others, anything he can do himself, he won’t trouble others with.

Living proof is he often drives himself, letting his agent sit in the passenger seat.

So, Zhang Nan alone can handle everything around Qi Hao.

It doesn’t matter whether Yang Liu is there or not.

However, after these months of cooperation, Zhang Nan must admit Yang Liu is a good assistant.

She is good-looking with a great figure, of the kind that any man would do a double-take.

Guys might get dizzy from 3D gaming but never from a perfect 36D.

Her professional skills are also strong, she knows what other assistants know, and even a bit more of what they don’t.

Yet, she’s very dutiful.

Apart from what she’s supposed to do, she never oversteps her role.

She doesn’t try to seduce Qi Hao by flaunting her looks and figure, nor does she overshadow Zhang Nan, the agent.

Even with work ending, it’s always a normal handover.

She never begged to stay on Qi Hao’s team.

"She... isn’t coming with us?" Qi Hao truly hadn’t considered Yang Liu’s position on the team.

He had naturally gotten used to seeing Yang Liu as his formal assistant.

"I think she would be eager to, alright, you should rest early too."

Zhang Nan understood Qi Hao’s intent.

He needed to quickly find Yang Liu before she went looking for work with another team.

Looks like Old Tian was right.

The boss indeed isn’t the brightest.