Becoming a Movie Star, System Only Finished Loading After Ten Years

That's a bit hurtful.

We're all in the same circle, yet you don't even recognize someone. Isn't this implicitly calling them a has-been?

However, nobody said anything, not even a teasing remark to help the girl out.

Even Huang Xiaoming deliberately ignored this point.

Chastise Qi Hao for a plaything?

Please, how could that happen!

"This is Beibi, my friend. She was in Xiangjiang before and came here today to have a look."

"Oh, no wonder..."

When Xiangjiang was mentioned, Qi Hao remembered.

About Beibi, he had two rather vague impressions, one was the Hong Kong media saying she was "pregnant before even being a star," and the other was about her showcasing tattoos with William Chan.

The tattoo placement was somewhat awkward.

At that time, at the banquet table, someone made fun of it, saying that if they broke up in the future, wouldn't it be awkward? If she found a new boyfriend, would she have to add another one next to it?

Whose placement is more private, whose status is higher.

People talked about it as gossip and nobody paid attention to the protagonist's name.

A small-time model like this is just a plaything in the circle.

Who would care what her name is?

It was just unexpected that she would actually be with Huang Xiaoming, and even be brought to a social gathering.

Has something happened recently in the entertainment industry?

How did Huang Xiaoming end up with a model like this?

The last news about Huang Xiaoming was roughly a blog titled "Was Huang Xiaoming Once Kept by Sun Yue?" that spread wildly online.

Not that people were associating them for no reason.

Actually, speaking of which, Sun Yue's early love life was full of drama; she was ambiguously involved with married men twice, but due to the underdeveloped internet, it wasn't exposed.

Later, one of her boyfriends was stabbed to death and another was jailed for large-scale fraud.

As for the rumor with Huang Xiaoming, Sun Yue wrote a book "A Yue," which mentioned a small fresh meat codenamed "Mingming" having a past with Sun Yue.

The clues she gave matched Huang Xiaoming, leading the media to wildly speculate that Sun Yue kept Huang Xiaoming.

However, Sun Yue denied this claim in an interview, stating "we aren't even from the same era."

It's likely just another publicity stunt.

To sell books, she chose the top idol Huang Xiaoming.

If she had chosen Qi Hao, the small fresh meat wouldn't be "Mingming," but Haohao.

Faced with Mingming's model girlfriend, Qi Hao didn't know what to say and could only come up with a dry "pleasure to meet you."

Actually, Huang Xiaoming and this model had been photographed together more than once. Before New Year's Day, she flew from Xiangjiang to Shen City to meet Huang Xiaoming, braving the cold to sit in a studio for two hours waiting for him to finish work, then they left together.

Although there was not much interaction between them at the scene, the fact that she came all the way in the freezing cold to visit made the staff present regard her as Huang Xiaoming's girlfriend.

The most crucial point is, on the day they were photographed, the model left a message on her Weibo saying, "Someone asked me what it means to find the right person. Actually, I don't quite understand it either. Maybe it's when you're with him, you feel very happy. From the bottom of your heart, you want to make him happy every day."

Interestingly, after "the cat was out of the bag," Huang Xiaoming admitted to the Xiangjiang media that he had filmed a sportswear ad in Shen City before New Year, but when asked if the model had visited the studio, he denied it happened.

He completely denied the event took place.

Instead, the model, while staring intently at Qi Hao, was nestled against Huang Xiaoming like a gentle little lamb.

"Really not renewing the contract, huh? Mrs. Hua will lose a lot without you."

Qi Hao didn't chat much with the model but talked with Huang Xiaoming instead.

"Why, do you want to sign me? I'll let you sign."

Huang Xiaoming joked.

In fact, he's quite likable and a nice person.

Even someone like Deng Zhao, who was once a fierce rival, can have a drink and chat when there's no direct competition anymore.

"My temple is small, can't accommodate you."

Qi Hao shook his head repeatedly. He wasn't planning on running a management business, signing Zhao Jinmai was actually not about making money off her.

He just felt the entertainment industry was too murky, and since he introduced the girl into the circle, he thought of taking some responsibility within his ability.

To prevent her from taking a bad or even dead-end road someday.

"What if I introduce Beibi to you, would you take her?"

Huang Xiaoming asked half-jokingly.

The reason it was half-joking is that he really wanted to introduce Beibi to Qi Hao.

Qi Hao's resources are just too good.

Especially for someone like Beibi who just returned to develop on the mainland, one movie could make her famous.

Many people laughed at An Feng for playing a high school student.

But in reality, many envied An Feng's resources, and this movie "First Love," is even said to unfold from her perspective, with the two hundred million box office being something she carried.

Other female stars all felt they could also do it.

Including Beibi.

It's heard that scripts like those are plentiful with Qi Hao.

If Beibi could sign with Qi Hao, picking any such film could instantly elevate her to a second or third-tier status.

Of course, Huang Xiaoming also knew that this hope was slim.

Qi Hao is known for being picky in the circle.

Now that he's become capital and a director, his eye will only be more discerning.

"You two lovebirds, I'm not getting involved in this!"

Qi Hao decisively declined.

Damn, what is this thing?

When did Xiaoming become blind? His previous girlfriends weren't that bad, right?

Now he's with a young model; aren't you afraid of getting sick?

Qi Hao saw Jiang Wen coming and quickly excused himself to make a swift retreat.

Jiang Wen didn't attend the premiere but was invited to the celebration banquet. He's been busy with the post-production of "Let the Bullets Fly" and rarely makes public appearances.

His presence today was to give face to Qi Hao, the producer.

He was chatting with An Feng while accompanied by his wife.

When Qi Hao approached, An Feng naturally stood next to Qi Hao.

Though it wasn't like the young model clinging onto Xiaoming's arm, he could clearly feel that he and An Feng were closer.

Their hearts were closer in distance.

"Qi Hao, is your new film starting the day after tomorrow? Do you need me to help you with a role?"

Jiang Wen was not only giving Qi Hao face but also considering his interests.

"Where do you have the time?"

Qi Hao didn't think there was any role suitable for Jiang Wen.

"It doesn't matter, as long as the role isn't too big. I'm finding this film very easy to make, and the post-production isn't challenging."

Jiang Wen genuinely wanted to help.

It's not vanity; with his status in the industry, even a cameo appearance could raise the film's status.

It might even help it pass the review more easily.

"I'll think about it."

Qi Hao wasn't sure about the casting situation.

He left the casting to Yang Liu and Lu Yang, and Wu Jing was also involved, claiming it was to gain experience for his first film.

"Then give me a call when you decide."

Jiang Wen made a phone gesture and soon blended into the celebration banquet.

It wasn't just Jiang Wen; even folks like Han Sanping, Huang Jianxin, and Zheng Xiaolong came.

Obviously, producing a film that grossed 200 million, no one could overestimate Qi Hao now.

Qi Hao had no choice but to take An Feng around to greet the bigwigs.

"Come on, don't be shy, this is etiquette..."

Qi Hao extended his arm, letting An Feng hold it while they walked together, fitting for the male and female leads of the film, acting as hosts wouldn't be inappropriate.

"Pff, I'm not shy at all."

As the producer, An Feng shone brightly today, with all the guests congratulating her.

The director is responsible for the content, the producer for the project.

Now that "First Love" is successful, no one can take her achievements away.

Indeed, she contributed significantly to this movie.

The producer title wasn't just for show; she learned a lot of things herself.

She was also the producer of "Those Years."

She began addressing various issues during the preparation of this film.

More experienced than last time.

"Mrs. Hua's gaze seemed a bit off, do you think she found something out?"

Heading towards Huang Jianxin, Qi Hao updated An Feng on the situation.

"Let her be suspicious. At most, I'll just be honest; after all, I'm not officially your girlfriend now."

An Feng snorted lightly.

"You don't expect me to confess to you on such an occasion, do you?"

Qi Hao felt awkward; it seemed like he had inadvertently gone against her wishes.

"No, you don't have to..."

Though An Feng had said she wouldn't be shy, talking about confessions made her a bit uneasy.

It's not like no one had confessed to her before.

But none made her heart race like this moment did.

"If your mom brings this up, you can give her a heads-up about it."

After Qi Hao said this, he had already approached Huang Jianxin.

"Congratulations!"

"Not at all, how can I compare to you? My box office is not even half of yours."

Qi Hao referred to "Founding of the Republic."

"Is that even the same thing?" Huang Jianxin, aware of his own strengths, said earnestly, "My biggest regret was not inviting you to join my last film. I'm currently preparing a sequel; are you interested in a significant role?"

Huang Jianxin had invited Qi Hao before.

But Qi Hao was too busy.

Yet Huang Jianxin didn't think missing Qi Hao was a big deal.

Who would have thought the busier Qi Hao got, the more impressive he became?