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Chapter 100 The Little Elves of Jiuzhaigou and the King Never Meets the King! (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
"Knowing you love AD calcium milk, I specially brought two cases, but you have to drink it warm, it's bad for your stomach if it's cold..."

In the crew of "The Return of the Condor Heroes", Jiang Wen is trying to overshadow the surprise of Lü Rui's arrival with his "fatherly love".

Wow! So many snacks!

Liu Yifei rummaged through the bag, her smile as radiant as a blooming flower fairy.

Liu Xiaoli watched from the side, her eyes filled with helplessness.

She usually doesn't let her daughter eat these things because they're too high in calories and she's afraid she'll gain weight.

Although Liu Yifei would secretly eat snacks with that girl named Yang Mi in private, she pretended not to see it because she ate very little.

But today...

If you eat all of this bag of snacks, what's the difference between that and eating a "calorie bomb"?
But since it was Jiang Wen who brought it, and that famous director dotes on her daughter, she couldn't say much.

"You silly girl, stop flipping through the pages, hurry up and thank Director Jiang!" Liu Xiaoli poked Liu Yifei in the back.

"Okay." Liu Yifei stuck out her tongue at her, turned around and sweetly called out, "Thank you, godfather."

"Don't mention it, I'll bring you more next time if you like it."

Liu Yifei nodded with a grin: "Yes, I like it!"

She's still a child; how could she not crave snacks?
Liu Xiaoli is very strict, so this opportunity is too rare.

"If you like it, that's great, haha."

Jiang Wenxiao's face was full of wrinkles.

He adores his daughter, but unfortunately, his own daughter is unwilling to return to China with him.

"I also brought you a gift."

Zhou Yun stepped forward and took out a colorful box from her pocket, inside which was a gold bracelet with jewels.

She took out the bracelet, tossed the box to Jiang Wen, and personally put it on Liu Yifei.

Her fair skin looked exceptionally beautiful against the sparkling bracelet.

Liu Yifei exclaimed with delight, "So beautiful! Thank you, Sister Zhou Yun!"

"You're welcome, as long as you like it."

Zhou Yun held her hand and softly asked if filming was tough or tiring.

Because of his fondness for the girl, Jiang Wen liked her, and she liked her too, thinking to herself how wonderful it would be if she could have such a beautiful daughter in the future.

But... I heard that daughters resemble their fathers?
When Zhou Yun glanced back at Jiang Wen's face, she quickly gave up the idea of ​​having a daughter.

Actually, having a son is quite good.

Zhang Jizhong was still standing to the side, so Jiang Wen naturally couldn't ignore him.

While Zhou Yun was chatting with Liu Yifei, he acted as a temporary middleman and introduced Zhang Jizhong and Lü Rui.

"I have long admired your great name!"

Zhang Jizhong looked at Lü Rui with eager eyes.

He's obsessed with "marketing" and "hype" right now.

At this time, Lü Rui and "The Prestige" are both very popular; if he could ride that wave...

"Hello, Director Zhang."

Lu Rui was unaware of his thoughts, only feeling that his gaze was strange and made her feel uneasy.

Could this thing also be a two-prong plug?

Just then, Yu Min and Zhao Jian, the two "directors of both literature and martial arts," came over and greeted him warmly.

Television directors are already inferior to film directors, let alone film directors like Lü Rui who have won awards and achieved box office success, and who also runs his own company...

Zhang Jizhong didn't dare to be presumptuous, so the two of them were naturally even more polite.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, the crew resumed filming.

The original plan for a scene where the character falls into the water was changed to Jiang Wen calling her "daughter" repeatedly. Instead, the scene was changed to her being suspended by wires on the shore while actually falling into the water. The actual scene was then moved to the hot spring pool.

Because the production team hadn't prepared in advance, they were split into two groups.

One group filmed the wire work scenes first, while the other group rushed to the hot spring area to set up the set and camera tracks.

Liu Yifei went to touch up her makeup.

Unlike Meng Guangmei, who plays Li Mochou, who sports heavy makeup, she opts for a more understated and elegant style.

The clear, sheer base makeup makes the skin look flawless and gives it a natural, unadorned, pure beauty.

Her hair cascaded down her back, swaying in the wind, exuding both youthful vivacity and classical charm.

Dressed in white, her ethereal beauty perfectly complemented Xiaolongnu's otherworldly aura, making her appear like a fairy from a painting.

Seeing Lü Rui staring at her, Liu Yifei lifted the hem of her dress, twirled around on the spot, and asked with a charming smile, "Senior, do I look good in this dress?"
"Beautiful, like a fairy descending to earth," Lu Rui praised sincerely.

Liu Yifei covered her mouth and chuckled softly, her ear tips flushed a bright red, whether from the cold or from embarrassment, it was hard to tell.

The atmosphere was just right, but something that spoiled the mood suddenly appeared.

Jiang Wen said in a deep voice, "My daughter asked you if your clothes look good, where were you looking?"

Lü Rui: "..."

I should have known better than to bring this light bulb.

He immediately changed the subject: "By the way, don't rush to go on the wires yet. I brought you a set of protective gear from Hollywood to protect your neck, spine, and back."

During a previous chat, Liu Yifei complained that the wire equipment on set was bad, and that her back was always very uncomfortable when filming action scenes.

Lu Rui kept these words in mind, and later, when he helped Tian Xiaopeng buy animation equipment, he also bought a set of protective gear.

I hadn't had a chance to send it before, so I brought it with me this time.

He took his suitcase out of the car.

Liu Xiaoli was quite interested in this, so she quickly came over and looked at it curiously.

Lu Rui gave her a brief introduction: "This is McDavid's protective gear. They developed a new HEX (Honeycomb Collision Protection) technology this year. Let Xixi try it out and see if it works."

The entire set of protective gear, including a harness, waist protector, knee pads, and elbow pads, was complete.

Liu Yifei picked up one item at random and frowned: "So many? Won't it be a hassle to wear them?"

Lu Rui glanced at her: "What's the trouble? Your health is the most important thing."

Liu Xiaoli was even more concerned than her daughter and urged her to give it a try.

After changing her protective gear and being re-suspended on the wire, Liu Yifei struck a few poses in the air and exclaimed with great surprise, "Senior, it works really well! The waist support feels great, thank you!"

Lu Rui smiled and waved his hand: "As long as it works, that's fine. Be careful."

"OK."

Filming continued, and the battle between Xiaolongnu and Li Mochou unfolded in the air...

Everyone was watching the two figures moving in the air, but Liu Xiaoli quietly took a few steps back, took out her phone and sent a text message.

About half an hour later, the message came back.

She clicked on it and glanced at it, staring at the words "custom-made," "not for public sale," and "minimum order of $100,000," her eyes filled with complex emotions.

Looking up at Lü Rui's retreating figure, she couldn't help but sigh, "Sigh, the more favors I owe, the more I'll have to repay them. How am I ever going to ever get them back?"

……

The afternoon's scenes went very smoothly.

Lu Rui had a sharp eye and pointed out many problems with the wire ropes.

The prop master was so frightened by his and Jiang Wen's cold gazes that he broke out in a cold sweat and repeatedly promised to be more careful next time.

That evening, Zhang Jizhong ordered a table full of fine wine and food to entertain them.

Lu Rui then met Huang Xiaoming and Yang Mi, who had returned from the second filming crew. They were filming some scenes with Yang Guo and Guo Xiang.

"Director Lü!"

As soon as Huang Xiaoming saw Lü Rui, he quickly came over to greet him.

Qin Lan called him a few days ago and said that when Lü Rui went to the press conference for the start of filming of "Crossing the Guandong", he made a point of greeting her... No one in the crew dared to criticize her.

Huang Xiaoming had only tentatively greeted Lü Rui before, but he never expected that his girlfriend would actually receive special treatment, which made him feel extremely grateful.

He downed three large glasses of wine in a row, his words sincere and respectful.

Lu Rui nodded secretly. No wonder this person had friends all over the film and television industry. His conduct, actions, and words were impeccable, so it would be strange if he didn't have good interpersonal relationships.

As for the shortcomings in acting skills, the main problem is the lack of a good director and co-stars.

The reputation of being able to go toe-to-toe with anyone is well-deserved.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Huang Xiaoming went to toast Jiang Wen.

Liu Yifei then pulled Yang Mi over and introduced her to Lü Rui, saying, "Senior, this is Yang Mi. She plays Guo Xiang."

The two girls often shared snacks and had a good relationship on set. They would get together and play after filming.

As for the "no kings meet" situation, it will only gradually take shape after "The Return of the Condor Heroes" airs and Yang Mi becomes popular.

Lü Rui carefully examined this "vanguard" of the future 85 Flowers.

Her face was youthful and her skin wasn't as fair as Liu Yifei's. Her face shape wasn't as rounded as it is now, appearing slightly square, but her temperament and vibrant, upward energy were very impactful...

"Hello Director Lü, my name is Yang Mi, and I am a contracted artist with Rong Xinda."

Unlike Liu Yifei, Yang Mi was holding a glass of red wine, her words filled with undisguised respect and excitement.

"Hello."

Lu Rui clinked glasses with her, watching her down half a glass of red wine in one gulp, and sighed inwardly. This workaholic attitude was clearly something she'd had since her early years.

Tonight's dinner party is more than just a welcome banquet.

The actors and main cast members were all present, and there were people taking photos and videos nearby...

Lu Rui and Jiang Wen exchanged a glance, both of them understanding perfectly.

As expected, Zhang Dahuzi is probably trying to use them for publicity again.

Neither of them cared.

"The Prestige" needs some buzz, so a collaboration with the currently popular "The Return of the Condor Heroes" wouldn't hurt.

It's likely that Zhang Jizhong won't dare to go too far; he'll just issue a few press releases.

After the banquet ended, the film crew arranged rooms for the three of them.

Liu Yifei suddenly leaned over and poked Lü Rui's arm, saying that the night view of Jiuzhaigou was especially beautiful and that she wanted to be his tour guide.

"I know this place very well!" She tilted her head back, looking arrogant and as if she were in charge of her own territory.

Lu Rui smiled and nodded: "Okay, let's take a look around then."

Before leaving, he brought along the camera that Jiang Wen had been fiddling with all morning but couldn't get right.

Because it is far from urban light pollution, the night sky over Jiuzhaigou in November is still filled with twinkling stars, like shattered diamonds scattered on the sky.

The bright moon hangs high in the sky, its light casting a soft veil over the mountains and lakes, creating a hazy and romantic scene.

The two walked slowly along the lake shore, their feet rustling as they stepped on the path covered with fallen leaves.

Although the lakeside breeze was a bit chilly, it couldn't dispel the tranquility and gentleness in the air.

With his sharp eyes, Lü Rui spotted a few clusters of small blue flowers that hadn't yet faded in the roadside bushes. They were scattered about, glistening with night dew, and shone with a stubborn vitality under the moonlight.

He squatted down, picked a few flowers, and then gathered a soft branch, quickly weaving a small wreath.

"Lower your head," he said softly.

Liu Yifei paused for a moment, then obediently lowered her eyelashes.

Lu Rui raised his hand and gently placed the flower wreath on her head. The pale petals made her skin appear even whiter, like moonlight melting onto her skin.

Liu Yifei raised her hand to steady herself, without saying a word, but her eyes curved slightly, shining brightly in the moonlight.

Suddenly, as if she had thought of something, a smile appeared in her eyes, with a touch of childlike slyness: "Don't you look like a little mountain elf?"

Lü Rui didn't answer, but raised his camera.

He adjusted the focus slightly, and the light and shadow in the lens suddenly stabilized.

The hazy mountain shadows blurred into ink, and the shimmering lake surface shattered into a shimmering silver light. Only the face beneath the wreath remained perfectly clear in the soft light.

Her brow bone reflected the moon, her nose was delicate, her lips were a natural pink, and when she smiled, the corners of her eyes slightly upturned, as if she were holding half a cup of moonlight.

The wind blew through her hair, and petals occasionally brushed against her cheeks. She didn't flinch, but just looked at the camera. Her eyes were as clear as mountain spring water, mixed with a touch of playfulness, a soft and gentle quality, and a tenderness softened by the night.

"Click!"

The shutter clicked.

Lu Rui put down the camera; the screen was still lit.

The background is a blurred landscape of lakes and mountains, but she is the clear focus, like a meticulous painting frozen in time, beautiful yet unreal in the hazy night.

"Is it pretty?" Liu Yifei asked curiously as she leaned closer.

Lu Rui glanced at the flower wreath tilted on her head, then at the person on the screen, and chuckled softly, "Prettier than the scenery."

The wind rose again, causing ripples to spread across the lake and making the petals at her temples tremble gently.

She shrank her neck further into her clothes, chuckled softly, her shoulders trembled slightly, and the little flowers on the wreath moved along with her.

The distant mountains and the nearby water were blurred, but she stood there, becoming the brightest spot in the hazy night...

"Sissi!"

Liu Xiaoli was worried about her daughter, fearing she might be kidnapped by bad people, so she found her soon after.

"Here it is."

Liu Yifei waved to her mother.

Lu Rui put away his camera, then suddenly remembered that he hadn't given her something. He went to the back of the car and opened the trunk.

"what is this?"

Liu Yifei watched curiously as Lü Rui took out several boxes of things.

Liu Xiaoli arrived at this moment, and when she caught a glimpse of the flower wreath on her daughter's head, her eyelids twitched, but she remained silent.

"These are disposable fever patches. I asked someone to bring them back from Japan."

Lu Rui opened a box, took out a sheet, tore it open, and demonstrated how to use it to her.

Liu Yifei was a little confused at first, but after a while, feeling the warmth outside the clothes, she widened her eyes in surprise: "Wow! It gets warm!"

Lü Rui smiled and looked at Liu Xiaoli: "You can stick it inside your clothes when filming to keep warm."

This thing was indeed very useful, so Liu Xiaoli didn't refuse. She took the box and sincerely thanked him, saying, "Director Lü, you're so kind."

As she spoke, she added, "Once the filming in Jiuzhaigou is finished, I'll have Qianqian go to the set of 'Crossing the Guandong'."

She really didn't know how to express her gratitude, so she could only try her best to cooperate with the schedule of Ruishijie.

Lu Rui nodded: "Okay, depending on your schedule, there's no rush over there."

He brought a lot of hand warmers with him this time. The mother and daughter each carried two boxes, and he carried three boxes himself.

With these resources, Liu Yifei could easily get through the entire winter season of "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

...

Because they still had promotional work to do, Lü Rui and his two companions prepared to leave the following morning.

Before leaving, Jiang Wen put his arm around Zhang Jizhong's shoulder and 'threatened' him nonchalantly, saying, "Old Zhang, you'd better keep a close eye on my daughter. Don't let her bump into anything, fall, or get hurt. Also, avoid filming any water scenes. The little girl is still growing; what if she develops health problems later?"

Zhang Jizhong repeatedly assured her, "Director Jiang, don't worry, I will definitely keep a close eye on her. Even if we're filming water scenes, I'll prepare a hot spring pool in advance and make sure she doesn't touch cold water."

Jiang Wen then let him go.

The three got into the car, rolled down the window, and said goodbye to the crew.

Liu Yifei was a little reluctant to leave, but she still smiled and said, "Senior, godfather, Sister Zhou Yun, come visit again when you have time."

The three of them responded in unison, "Okay."

Zhang Jizhong listened from the side, his big beard twitching several times.

Goodbye, Grandma!
If they keep doing this, won't they tear the whole production apart?
However, despite his frustration, he suddenly became much more attentive to Liu Yifei.

He had previously thought that the "national daughter" title was just a marketing ploy for Mystic River and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, but after seeing Jiang Wen and Lü Rui's attitude, he realized that the marketing was not fake!
In other words, this girl went straight into the core of Beijing's elite circle?
Thinking of this, Zhang Jizhong instantly became alert.

We must be careful during the next shoot. We can't let anything happen to the little miss, or Jiang Wen will come and beat him up!

The car quickly drove out of Jiuzhaigou.

Jiang Wen looked through the photos that Lü Rui had taken of Liu Yifei on the camera, pouted, and was full of resentment.

"Why does my daughter treat you better than she treats me?"

Lü Rui: "???"

……

Before we knew it, it was December.

On the 4th, the 41st Golden Horse Awards ceremony was held at the Zhongshan Hall in Taichung City.

Lu Rui took the "The Prestige" team to promote the film and also won a Best Feature Film award for "The Pursuit of Happyness".

According to his memories from his previous life, this award should have belonged to Lu Chuan's "Kekexili".

However, Taro is currently embroiled in plagiarism controversies and lawsuits, so the Golden Horse Awards are unlikely to award him one.

On the 6th, Feng Xiaogang's "A World Without Thieves" held its premiere in Beijing.

At that time, Lü Rui was leading Jiang Wen and others in Hong Kong for promotional activities, so even though he received an invitation, he did not attend.

Firstly, I genuinely didn't have the time, and secondly, it also implied a "kings not meeting kings" mentality.

Stephen Chow also didn't go.

Huayi bought a lot of press releases, and media reports flooded in, almost "dominating" the headlines.

The controversy surrounding the lead actress, Liu Naicha, and Li Bingbing, has been brought up again by some media outlets for further hype.

"Hmph, it's their own movie, yet they gave the female lead to an outsider. I don't know what Director Feng and President Wang were thinking."

Fan Bingbing looked at the newspaper and muttered to himself.

Lu Rui happened to overhear this and a thought struck him.

Could this be the trigger for the falling out between Wong Jing-fa and Huayi Brothers?
On the 9th, "A World Without Thieves" officially began its theatrical release.

On the 10th, the first day's box office results were released, with a total of 1100 million yuan!
Feng Xiaogang jumped out and made outrageous statements in front of the media, declaring: "The club of directors with box office earnings of over 100 million yuan is about to add another person! That person is me!"

Lu Rui glanced at the news and pursed his lips. He then contacted companies with strong publicity capabilities, such as China Film Group, Shanghai Film Group, and Enlight Media, and officially announced the premiere date for "The Prestige".

"On December 13th, at the Workers' Stadium, the premiere of 'The Prestige' and a large-scale magic show will officially begin!"

Along with the announcement, the names of several well-known magicians in the Chinese magic world were also revealed!

Li Ning, the world champion of the Monte Carlo Magic Competition; Fu Yandong, the fourth-generation successor of the Fu family's illusion techniques; Wu Suxiong, the champion of the New York International Magic Competition; and the Spring Festival Gala magic duo Qin Mingxiao and Yao Jinfen...

For this premiere, Lü Rui spent tens of millions of yuan to invite more than ten magic masters and plan a large-scale magic show!

The sole purpose is to further fuel the hype and buzz surrounding "The Prestige"!
(End of this chapter)