PART 2
Jin Yanliu nodded and immediately instructed Xiao Pangzi to make the arrangements.
He then approached Zhou Beiyang and said, “You should come too.”
Zhou Beiyang replied simply, “If you’re going, I’ll go.”
In the afternoon, Jin Yanliu announced the gathering in the group chat and privately messaged Yan Huihua and Lu Yao, saying, “You must come.”
Considering that the attendees were all young people, Jin Yanliu went all out and booked a bar near the film and television city.
“Into the Abyss” secured a slot in a summer TV program on a certain satellite channel thanks to its high investment and the influence of its two top actors. It would be filmed and aired simultaneously in August. Jin Yanliu didn’t really care if the production would break even. What he hoped for was that the show would become a hit, even more popular than the original novel.
After discussing with Cheng Fei and the others, Jin Yanliu released the news of the gathering, intending to make it a special event.
Since the official announcement of “Into the Abyss,” there had been no further updates. Now that news of the gathering had come out, many media outlets and fans started to wait and see.
“This gathering is not only our last chance to relax before filming, but also a marketing opportunity for our show. Everyone needs to bring their A-game,” Jin Yanliu straightforwardly stated in the group chat. “There will be many journalists and your fans present, so it’s best if everyone dresses up nicely.”
This statement stirred excitement in the group.
They had joined this show with high hopes, even though they were supporting roles. They knew it would be difficult to become popular through this show, but if Jin Yanliu was getting a piece of the pie, they were content with sipping the broth. However, now that they heard Jin Yanliu’s words, even before the filming had started, they could feel the heat. What was going on?
However, many of the new actors among them were both excited and nervous about their public debut. The main issue was what to wear.
They relayed this concern to Jin Yanliu, who had his assistant gather everyone’s clothing sizes. In the evening, a car arrived, delivering a collection of branded clothes.
Zhong Qianqian exclaimed with excitement, “I’ve been in many shows, even played supporting roles, but I’ve never seen anything as extravagant as ‘Into the Abyss.'”
Her companion beside her chuckled and said, “Of course, have you forgotten who the boss of our show is?”
Indeed, it was Jin Yanliu, the most famous second-generation rich kid in the entertainment industry.
Along with the branded clothing, there were also five or six moderately well-known stylists. Jin Yanliu had a specific request for them: “Don’t make it too grand like walking the red carpet, but make it just as beautiful.”
With a large group of people, each with varying degrees of importance, it was natural that fairness was impossible. Jin Yanliu especially paid attention to Yan Huihua’s wardrobe and styling.
A highly anticipated drama naturally came with highly anticipated individuals. Both Jin Yanliu and Lu Yao were familiar faces on the screen, so the audience already had expectations of their performances. As for the other supporting roles, with fewer scenes, the likelihood of becoming hugely popular was low. If they wanted to achieve explosive popularity, it could only be Yan Huihua and Zhou Beiyang, as they brought a fresh appeal.
Especially Yan Huihua.
Zhou Beiyang had his own stylist, while Yan Huihua didn’t even have an assistant, let alone anything else. This was his first public appearance, and Jin Yanliu hoped he would leave a good impression on the public.
Zhou Beiyang felt like Jin Yanliu had a firm grip on his heart. If Jin Yanliu wanted him to be comfortable, he would be comfortable. If Jin Yanliu wanted him to feel suffocated, he would feel suffocated.
He had only felt comfortable for a short while before becoming gloomy again.
For Jin Yanliu, Yan Huihua was still special.
Fortunately, Jin Yanliu took the time to explain: “He’s making his debut, and out of the four main actors, he’s the only newcomer. I’m not just looking after him; I’m considering our show.”
Zhou Beiyang said, “What kind of newcomer is he?”
He had been struggling in the entertainment industry for a few years and hadn’t achieved much.
Jin Yanliu laughed and said, “Let’s go, I’ll let you choose your clothes.”
This time, he didn’t personally oversee it and instead sent his stylist. He led Zhou Beiyang to select clothes.
Although it was said that he led Zhou Beiyang to choose clothes, it was actually Zhou Beiyang who chose for him.
It was hot outside, and they weren’t walking the red carpet. The male actors in the crew mostly wore black pants and white shirts, but the shirts had different styles and patterns. Zhou Beiyang spent a long time choosing and suddenly said, “Why don’t we wear T-shirts? You don’t like the heat.”
Jin Yanliu responded, “Everyone else is wearing shirts. If we wear T-shirts, won’t it seem like we’re being pretentious?”
Zhou Beiyang shrugged it off, “We are more famous than them, after all.”
Jin Yanliu felt like Zhou Beiyang had changed recently. He used to be gentle and calm, but now he had a hint of arrogance and arrogance, resembling Jin Yanliu himself.
For the first time, Jin Yanliu thought that the description of him being somewhat sinister and neurotic in “Into the Abyss” might be true.
After spending a long time without finding anything suitable, Zhou Beiyang called his assistant and asked him to bring the clothes.
Jin Yanliu said, “It’s not like we’re walking the red carpet, so you don’t have to take it too seriously.”
With a good figure and handsome looks, anything he wore would look beautiful on him.
“This is our first public appearance together,” Zhou Beiyang said casually.
Jin Yanliu was taken aback, realizing that it was indeed true.
When he thought about it, it seemed quite meaningful.
Zhou Beiyang’s assistant quickly brought over the clothes. When Jin Yanliu saw the pattern on the shirt, he knew that it was specifically designed for him. The white shirt had a simple yet elegant pattern of willow branches.
“I designed this shirt myself, originally intended as a birthday gift for you. Try it on,” Zhou Beiyang said with great joy.
Jin Yanliu was overjoyed and immediately put on the shirt to try it on. It fit him perfectly.
He noticed another white shirt and asked, “Are you going to wear this one?”
Zhou Beiyang seemed a bit shy and simply nodded.
Jin Yanliu took a look and saw that there was a pattern on his shirt too, a tree, different from the willow branches on his own shirt. The tree was straight and tall, probably a white poplar.
“Matching outfits, huh?” Jin Yanliu said.
Zhou Beiyang responded with a soft “hmm.”
Xiao Pangzi, who was on the side, thought to himself, “Matching outfits? This should be a couple outfit…right?”
And he felt that Zhou Beiyang seemed a bit excited.
At 7 o’clock in the evening, the entire cast, consisting of more than ten handsome men and beautiful women, boarded the vehicles prepared by the crew and headed to the bar.
The night hadn’t completely fallen yet, but the bar was already crowded with people. Most of them were fans of Jin Yanliu, followed by fans of Zhou Beiyang. The support color for Jin Yanliu’s fans was golden, while the fans of Zhou Beiyang wore green. Lu Yao’s fans were dressed in white, and the other supporting actors had a few fans as well. In addition to that, there were media reporters bustling around, holding their cameras and microphones, trying to capture the moment.
“Into The Abyss” has only released Jin Yanliu’s official photos so far, and now those photos were displayed at the entrance of the hotel. The most stunning red-clothed handsome man in history had his photos taken by fans and spread online, causing a sensation.
[What event is happening tonight for “Into the Abyss”?]
[Has this drama started filming?]
[No, I heard it’s just a cast gathering. This drama is really attracting attention. Even a simple gathering can make waves on the forums.]
This event brings together two top idols, Jin Yanliu and Zhou Beiyang, as they venture into the entertainment world for the first time. There is definitely a lot of anticipation for Jin Yanliu’s appeal, and personally, I can’t help but admire him.
They have probably informed the media and fans about this. It seems to be an event organized by the production team, rather than a private gathering, given the large number of people present.
There are many fans of Jin Yanliu, so if a billboard were to fall, eight out of ten people who see it would be his fans.
It’s inevitable, Jin Yanliu is holding the script for “Purple Wei Star,” so it’s not surprising that he has fans.
New leaked photos of Jin Yanliu are coming soon, the peerless beauty is making his appearance in the entertainment world again.
Jin Yanliu’s god-like appearance and character are unshakable. He has fans on various entertainment forums, and whenever he attends public events, it is guaranteed to cause a buzz. Jin Yanliu never disappoints, his looks can withstand high-definition cameras and even blurry photos taken by passers-by, he manages to look stunning each time.
At the entrance of the bar, when the first car from the production team arrived, it caused quite a stir. Yan Huihua and others were the first to arrive and were stunned when they saw the crowd of people. Since it’s the drama invested by their own brother, the fans of Jin Yanliu showed great face. Even for unknown rookie actors, they were constantly snapping photos with their phones. Only Jin Yanliu’s sister stood there holding a long-distance camera, eagerly waiting for Jin Yanliu’s arrival.
The leaked photos of this group of newcomers quickly spread online, immediately causing a stir among people, especially Yan Huihua. His outfit was the simplest, dressed in black pants and a white shirt. With his distinct features, he looked handsome and captivating in the night.
“Wow, are the looks in ‘Into the Abyss’’ really this high? Even the supporting roles are so handsome?”
“A bunch of fresh faces that are really eye-catching, all colorful. Jin Yanliu’s taste in aesthetics is reliable.”
“The looks of these supporting actors far surpass those in ugly dramas. Especially this guy named Yan Huihua, so handsome, truly like a painting!”
“Yan Huihua seems to be the second male lead, playing Ye Hengyang, acting alongside the god-like Jin Yanliu. His looks definitely can’t be lacking. I have high hopes for him.”
“Come and join the gossip, Jin Yanliu’s arch-rival, Lu Yao, has arrived!”
When Lu Yao got out of the car, the crowd experienced its first climax. Although Lu Yao’s popularity has faded, he had been famous before, and the remaining fans were loyal ones. Lu Yao heard their screams and smiled, waving his hand. He had originally planned to go in directly like Yan Huihua and the others, but when he reached the media area, the journalists suddenly called out to him, “Lu Yao, look this way.”
Lu Yao hadn’t heard reporters call out to him so enthusiastically in a long time. These were the camera flashes that he had been missing for several years, now suddenly illuminating his features. He casually put one hand in his pocket and awkwardly waved, knowing that the reason the media was paying so much attention to him was because of Jin Yanliu.
He was Jin Yanliu’s arch-rival, someone who clearly didn’t like Jin Yanliu, yet was still riding on his popularity. He felt a bit ashamed, took a long breath, and suddenly saw all those girls holding green light boards surging towards him, followed by a piercing scream that filled the night sky, instantly igniting the scene.
He turned his head and saw Zhou Beiyang getting out of the car.
Lu Yao didn’t feel jealous at all, he even forgot about his own disappointment, because this was the first time he witnessed Zhou Beiyang’s starlight and popularity in real life. He felt that Zhou Beiyang deserved it, being young, noble, beautiful, and talented, without the greasy aura of a typical idol. He didn’t flirt with fans or act cool, he was gentle but not overly friendly, calm but not indifferent. With broad shoulders, long legs, and a strong waist, he seemed like a walking clothes hanger, shining with starlight.
Yan Huihua and others stood behind the bar door, and Zhong Qianqian tiptoed and said, “Zhou Beiyang is so popular, huh?”
“You think so?” The person next to her said, “If we talk about popularity, he’s on par with Yanliu Ge now, maybe even surpassing him.”
Jin Yanliu was still in the car and was also startled by the screams outside. Xiao Pangzi looked out through the car window and said, “Yang Ge’s fans are really passionate.”
“It feels like his popularity is even higher than mine. I should let him go last.” Jin Yanliu said.
This is the difference between actor fans and idol fans. He debuted as a legitimate idol drama actor, with many fans and a broad audience. But Zhou Beiyang is a talent show star who gained popularity through fan support. His fans are passionate and devoted, each one a true fan. Besides, Zhou Beiyang just made his debut, so he is at the peak of his popularity. It’s still summer vacation, and there are many student fans. Young people are passionate, and the screams echo through the sky.
Zhou Beiyang stopped halfway and turned around to look at him.
“It seems like Yang Ge is waiting for you.” Xiao Pangzi said.
Jin Yanliu took a glance and it seemed to be true.
He quickly tidied up his clothes, and Xiao Pangzi opened the car door for him. He got out of the car.
The fans of Jin Yanliu and Beiyang held up golden light boards and shouted their names. The two groups shouted back and forth, their names blending together, even becoming indistinguishable.
This experience is truly special. Jin Yanliu never thought there would be such a day when he and Zhou Beiyang would become the center of attention, their names intertwined. And Zhou Beiyang stood in front, smiling and waiting for him.
For a moment, his eyes even became moist, for some unknown reason, he felt deeply moved.
Zhou Beiyang waited for him to come to his side and walked forward side by side with him. As they walked, he suddenly held his hand.
Jin Yanliu smiled faintly and didn’t think much of it. He even raised their clasped hands and waved towards the media area. As a result, there was an even more enthusiastic sound of camera shutters, and the flashlights kept flashing. The brightness was enough to blind Yan Huihua and the others inside the door, but Zhou Beiyang and Jin Yanliu seemed to have already become accustomed to it, walking steadily in the flashlights.
Their eyes were filled with envy, and Yan Huihua’s eyes gleamed, while Lu Yao’s expression was resolute.
When the two of them reached the front of the media area, they let go of each other’s hands and stood facing the camera. Jin Yanliu put one hand in his pocket and waved the other hand towards the camera. Zhou Beiyang turned his head and glanced at him, standing upright and dignified beside him.
Just like winter with Yang accompanying spring.
The two of them had grown up together in the same courtyard. On the surface, the willows swayed gracefully, pleasing to the eye. But underground, their roots were intertwined, only they knew. His roots tightly grasped Jin Yanliu, entwining him, drawing nourishment from him, and nurturing him. They were inseparable in this lifetime.
