Huayu: When the director changed his major

Chapter 336 Gossip and Leaders Visit

Great Britain.

Selby Town Church, Yorkshire.

Cheng Xi and Nazha were in the viewing area next to the red carpet, watching Kun Ling's father support her and slowly walk towards Jie Lun.

A 20-member orchestra played the wedding march that Jie Lun personally composed for the wedding.

Exceptionally beautiful and moving.

Nazha had already been looking at the newlyweds with envy:

"Brother, this song is so beautiful. I want to use it for my wedding in the future."

"Why, you want to wear a wedding dress too?"

"miss you!"

"Come tonight!"

After saying that, Nazha pinched Cheng Xi.

But Cheng Xi couldn't help but sigh that Jie Lun was worthy of the name of "public election".

He's good at romance.

Whether it is the thousand-year-old church with intricate structure above, or Kun Ling's heart-shaped backless wedding dress, or the pink rose petals scattered by relatives and friends beside her, all make people deeply immersed in the sacredness of the wedding.

And Cheng Xi and Nazha just took a look at the exterior of the church:
Lakeside, reeds, grass, trees, and European-style castle buildings.
It really makes for a beautiful picture.

Being able to get married in a place like this really gives you a full sense of ceremony.

But no matter what Cheng Xi said, he still preferred a Chinese wedding.

At the wedding, Cheng Xi also saw Jie Lun’s good friends Liu Genghong and Fang Wenshan.

Everyone greeted each other and got to know each other.

Cheng Xi looked at Liu Genghong. He probably never guessed that he would suddenly become popular because of yq.

After attending the wedding, Cheng Xi and Nazha traveled in Great Britain for a few days.

It was a good relaxation.

Jie Lun’s church wedding dominated the domestic hot searches for several days.

Suddenly, Chen He came out to take over.

A paparazzi leaked footage of him entering and leaving a hotel with a female star.

At this point, his image as a "good man" and a wife-loving man has been broken.

Although the public relations department later came out saying that he had divorced his original wife long ago, if you keep marketing your persona to make money from fans, your fans will definitely not buy it.

"Director Cheng, could you help me suppress the trending searches? I've been feeling really overwhelmed lately and I'm even afraid to go online."

What Cheng Xi didn't expect was that Chen He would call him directly.

Considering that they had worked together several times before, Cheng Xi let Jin Xiaoluo follow up.

In the field of online marketing, Zuibai Entertainment is indeed recognized as a strong player in the industry.

"Okay, take it easy."

Time passes and another new year is coming.

Since it was the first time for Zuibai Entertainment to release a movie during the Spring Festival, it was particularly busy in the days before the New Year.

This time, "The Mermaid" directly secured 42% of the screening schedule.

There are also a number of viewers online who are complaining about the low screening schedules for "From Vegas to Macau 2" and "The Forbidden Kingdom".

But there is no way, Cheng Xi and Stephen Chow’s "The Mermaid" is too powerful this time.

Moreover, after watching the finished film, people in the theaters were full of confidence.

So we gave it the best schedule.

The industry generally expects that it may create a new record for domestic films. It depends on whether it can break the record of "Transformers 4" with a box office of 19.87 billion yuan in China.

"Yitong, you will have to work hard for the New Year and go on a roadshow with Stephen Chow. I will be there on the second day of the New Year."

The main lineup of the roadshow includes Stephen Chow, Lu Zhengyu, Li Yitong, Zhang Yuqi, Ng Man-tat, Show Luo, Qiao Shan, Yang Yang and others.

Divide into two batches.

Because there is no handsome guy in the lineup, and Cheng Xi needs to arrive on the second day of the Chinese New Year.

So Yang Yang was also pulled in, and he played the role of the original Wuli Fanfan.

"Okay, boss."

After arranging the roadshow, Cheng Xi put down his work and went home to celebrate the New Year.

This time, before I even got home, a few leaders found me.

Donate money and materials, and hope to open a branch company and vigorously support local industries.

Especially the leader in charge of culture and tourism, he kept chasing me.

This time, when I arrived at Jiangnan Airport, my gossipy cousin came to pick me up again.

With freckles all over her face and a heartless smile, the little girl is growing up gradually.

But I saw another car next to it, and it turned out to be my second uncle.

"No, Uncle, do you really need to drive two cars to pick me up?"

"My second uncle said that you are a big director and a big boss now, so you have to show off a little. My little Mercedes-Benz A is not good enough, so he insisted on driving a Land Rover over."

My second uncle's current industries in the county are all supported by me. He is very versatile and has maintained good relationships.

My father has been a chef all his life and doesn't know how to deal with those relationships. At home, it is my mother, Li Guiqin, who has the final say.

"Okay, I'll take my second uncle's car. Your little Mercedes is really squeezing me."

Since Second Uncle has come with us, he must have something to tell Cheng Xi.

Sure enough, while driving, my second uncle reported on the situation of several small factories and a hotel.

"Uncle, I trust you, but I'd rather earn less than cross the line."

"As for the figures at the official level, we should do our best to protect them."

After hearing this, my second uncle also nodded.

Now Cheng Xi has asked his family to close the small restaurant in his hometown.

I asked my second uncle to run several small factories and a three-star hotel.

Although it is not luxurious, it is more than enough for a county town.

In addition, banquets can be hosted, and if my father wants to take some time off, he can go to the kitchen and have some fun and take care of the people.

As for my mother, she held the title of vice president of the hotel.

When I have nothing to do, I take my relatives to the private room to play mahjong and chat.

Some relatives were also arranged to work in these small industries.

Those with less ability should be assigned to less busy positions and just don't cause trouble.

Those with good abilities should be trained with emphasis, so that people won’t say that Cheng Xi has become rich but doesn’t take care of his family and relatives.

Listening to my second uncle talking about the details of the business, more than an hour passed and we soon arrived at the Binjiang Garden Villa District in Wanxian, my hometown.

This year is the first time I celebrate the New Year at my villa.

Now more and more people come here every year, and the old house is a bit crowded.

There is not enough space for the relatives, nor for the New Year gifts that everyone brought.

As soon as Cheng Xi got home, his cousin led the way and shouted:

"Aunt, my cousin is back!"

As soon as my cousin shouted, I heard a commotion in the stairwell.

Before Cheng Xi reached the door, he saw a large group of people.

The leader was a middle-aged man in his 40s with a little gray hair and wearing a jacket.

"Son, come quickly, this is our father and mother official, County Magistrate Liang."

Seeing her good son Cheng Xi, mother Li Guiqin quickly introduced him.

"Director Cheng, hello, nice to finally meet you. I'm Liang Yue."

The middle-aged man named County Magistrate Liang took the initiative to extend his hand and shake hands with Cheng Xi.

"So you are County Magistrate Liang. I've heard a lot about you."

Cheng Xi didn't expect that County Magistrate Liang would come to his house to block him on the 29th day of the lunar year.

Second uncle whispered beside him:
"The county is planning to apply for an art college recently, but it seems to be having trouble. I guess they're looking for your help."

Cheng Xi nodded to show that he understood.

The two sides exchanged greetings for a moment at the door, and Cheng Xi and his second uncle invited County Magistrate Liang and his party to the tea room.

"Director Cheng, you're almost thirty, and I'm really sorry to still be nagging you."

"You're so polite, County Magistrate Liang. It's a blessing for us that you, the head of a county, still care about the people despite your busy schedule!"

When County Magistrate Liang and his entourage heard Cheng Xi's politeness, they also smiled.

"Director Cheng, let me get straight to the point. The county is planning to apply for an art college. You're a well-known figure in our county now, and with your celebrity status, you'll surely attract many students from the surrounding area to apply."

"The whole county is paying close attention to this project, so we're here to ask for your help."

Wanxian is not a big place and currently has only one specialized normal university.

Therefore, if he could apply to another university during his term of office, and it should be in the arts field, it would definitely be his political achievement.

Logically speaking, this is the responsibility of the education department, and they won't be of much help if they come to me.

But Cheng Xi still has a say in the entertainment circle.

In terms of colleges and universities, I have close relations with the Central Academy of Drama and the Beijing Film Academy, and I have familiar people in the publicity departments of the Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Film Association.

Moreover, his level is not low, which is definitely beyond the reach of the county magistrate.

After all, my roots are in Beijing.

"We've already applied once, but the teaching staff and facilities aren't up to par. Also, we lack the endorsement of professionals in the field. Professor Cheng, what do you think?"

After saying this, County Magistrate Liang looked at Cheng Xi expectantly.

Cheng Xi understood, it was teachers, money and connections.

I have to assist with these three important things myself. Money and teachers are not a problem for me now.

But it’s hard to say about connections.

Cheng Xi was also willing to contribute to the development of his hometown, but he certainly couldn't agree casually, so he thought for a while and said:
"County Magistrate Liang, thank you for your consideration. I'm not familiar with applying to colleges. If you can give me a detailed plan or any areas that need to be addressed, I'll definitely do my best, but I may not be able to get it done."

Hearing that Cheng Xi was willing to help, County Magistrate Liang and his entourage finally breathed a sigh of relief.

They all complimented him, saying that there would definitely be no problem if Director Cheng took the lead.

I have known for a long time that although Cheng Xi is young, he always helps build his hometown and gives money and materials every time he comes back in recent years.

He is a genuine and enthusiastic fellow villager.

Of course, Cheng Xi’s charity work is not in vain.

One is to improve one's popularity in one's hometown, and the other is to do good deeds. Haven't you seen that a celebrity's donation has become a personality trait?

I donated so many supplies and several primary and secondary school buildings. Sooner or later, someone will find out.

Then the most important thing is actually selfishness, because helping your hometown is equivalent to helping your own people.

Otherwise, why are the Cheng family and the Li family so prosperous and united in Wanxian now?

It was because Cheng Xi was willing to contribute to the development of his hometown and to help the government with its work that he brought everyone together.

Otherwise, even if you are a big celebrity or a big boss, if you don’t help others, who will continue to support you?
"Oh, Director Cheng, we have a small favor to ask of you."

"County Magistrate Liang is so polite. Please give me your orders."

"I know you'll be busy with work on the second day of the Lunar New Year, so I'd like to arrange an interview with you in the next few days to promote some of our hometown's specialties and tourism. What do you think?"

Cheng Xi heard that this was the case.

The leaders of the Culture and Tourism Bureau had been pestering me before, but I really didn’t have time.

But since the county magistrate is here, what else is there to say?

Cheng Xi had no choice but to agree:

"County Magistrate Liang, do you think today will be okay? I'm busy on the 30th and the first of the month and can't leave. Today is the 29th, and we still have the whole afternoon. That should be enough time, right?"

"This afternoon? Sure, sure, that would be best!"

County Magistrate Liang was also a man of great resolution and decisiveness. After he finished speaking, he immediately asked his secretary to make arrangements for each unit.

Organize the filming crew and go directly to the scenic spot for overtime interviews.

So on the 29th day of the lunar year, Cheng Xi traveled in the morning and went to the scenic spot to shoot and interview in the afternoon.

After I finally got home and lay down on the sofa, my mother Li Guiqin came to ask me to put up couplets and hang lanterns.

Cheng Xi: "Mom, can I ask my cousin to come and post it?"

Li Guiqin: "Look at what you have. The couplets and lanterns should be posted and hung together by the whole family to have the festive atmosphere. Old Cheng, don't you agree?"

Of course, Old Cheng just smiled and nodded.

Cheng Xi: "But mom, aren't you afraid that your precious son will be tired of the New Year atmosphere?"

When my mother heard this, she got angry and slapped Cheng Xi on the shoulder:

"Go away, what are you talking about? It's New Year's Day, and you're saying something unlucky."

"Get up quickly!"

"Okay, it's New Year's Day, let's hang up the big red lanterns!"

"This is my precious son! Old Cheng, don't just stand there, come and lend a hand!"

So the family of three hung up red New Year lanterns together under the setting sun in the evening.

(End of this chapter)