"My Rise to Power in the World of Abusing Scum" is Set for the New Year Holiday!
Global simultaneous release.
Ling Qianhe publicly confesses her love for Lin Mucai.
Meanwhile, overseas, another piece of news equally excites international fans.
[Actor Hanks and Supermodel Vivian Suspected to Be Back Together!]
[Hopes for an Engagement!]
This news, suddenly exposed, immediately dominated the headlines on major websites.
[It is said that after the cruise incident, actor Hanks and supermodel Vivian experienced life and death together, reigniting their feelings for each other. Vivian has broken off her engagement and is planning to get engaged to Hanks.]
[And Hanks has told his friends that Vivian is the woman he loves most in his life, and he will never do anything to hurt her again. He is excitedly choosing his engagement ring. This time, he is truly settling down and intends to be with her for the rest of his life.]
[Congratulations to them!]
This news, splashed across tabloids, was written with vivid details and spread like wildfire.
The crew of "Scum" gained a new nickname: the Matchmaker Crew.
Everyone said this crew possessed an incredible magic, capable of making the aloof Ling Qianhe publicly declare her love at a concert. It could also make a playboy like Hanks willingly turn over a new leaf. To apologize to his ex-girlfriend, vowing to become a devoted boyfriend, twenty-four hours a day. This truly was an unbelievable crew!
Yang Weiyang was stunned when she saw this news at the airport—was this how it could be explained?
…
She was flying because she had to rush to the premiere of "My Rise to Power in the World of Abusing Scum." As it coincided with New Year's Eve, the premiere was held as a grand New Year's celebration, dazzling with stars. She was driven to the premiere.
Still in the car, she heard a commotion in the distance. She looked out the car window. Her agent, Ye Tongtong, glanced out the window at the people and a hint of melancholy flickered in her eyes.
"It seems to be the big star Huo Ziyao; she was trying to crash the red carpet and got kicked out."
"She's had bad luck, being caught for tax evasion—she's completely blacklisted in the entertainment industry now. Such a glorious star back then, and now she can't even attend events."
Ye Tongtong sighed.
"I heard Sister Lan say that Huo Ziyao's current situation is very dire. She's contacting people everywhere, begging for a chance to make a comeback. She's even sold off several of her overseas properties."
"But it's likely difficult for her to make a comeback this time."
"However, she was glorious for twenty years, which is enough. If she honestly retires, she'll never have to worry about food or clothing."
"If she still hankers after the glamour of the entertainment industry and wants to make a comeback, that's another story."
Huo Ziyao used to flaunt herself in front of her, arrogant and proud. Now, she was finished overnight.
Lin Mucai said, "For actors, honing their craft and producing good works is most important. As for other things, those魑魅魍魉 (chī mèi wǎng liǎng - demons and monsters) behind the scenes can be useful for a time, but ultimately, they are difficult to rely on for a lifetime."
"It's still best to stick to your original intentions, act well, and be a good person."
As she spoke, she looked up, but then frowned. She saw another familiar face. It was Wu Minlong. But he seemed to be—stopped by security. The security guards were not letting Wu Minlong pass. Lin Mucai took a deep breath and walked over. She heard the foreign security guard speak in a particularly rude tone,
"You don't have an invitation."
Wu Minlong was somewhat displeased.
"The people who went in before didn't have invitations either. You're deliberately making things difficult for me. I'm here to attend my friend's movie premiere—and I'm an actor!"
The other party's eyes rolled almost to the ceiling.
"Actor? Sorry, I've never seen you. Not just any cat or dog can call themselves an actor."
"We only recognize globally popular stars, like Hanks, or those who have won Oscars. Only such stars, in our eyes, can call themselves actors."
"And you, sir, dare to claim you are an actor?"
"I've never seen your face before. Can you stop being a clown? How could you possibly be an actor, a nobody like you?"
His words made Wu Minlong's face turn ashen. In his home country, he was, in any case, a household name actor. He never expected to be troubled by a mere security guard here.
Another middle-aged foreigner, perhaps hearing the commotion, walked over. He glanced at Wu Minlong and sneered,
"The East always produces such arrogant and presumptuous fools."
"This is a global market, what does he think this is?"
"Does he think this is some ordinary little place? How ridiculous."
"Listen here, my name is Charlie. I starred in 'Tea Mist Villa,' a film nominated for a Golden Globe. I played the third male lead. I am Charlie, and people here know me, know my name!"
"It's only natural that I can get in."
"I'm also friends with Hanks. We even used to drink together when I was a kid."
"Buddy, you don't really think just saying you're a star will get you through, do you?"
His tone was excessively arrogant. Wu Minlong's expression grew extremely displeased. Wu Minlong stood there as if rooted to the spot, the cold wind blowing against his resolute face.
Lin Mucai then opened the car door and quickly walked to his side, taking his arm.
"This is my friend. He is the pride of our nation, the super martial arts star Wu Minlong. He is also preparing to direct and star in his own film, a project with an investment of over one billion. I guarantee it will be a groundbreaking work."
"I can also guarantee."
"When the film is released, everyone in the world will know his name."
"He will become a top star known worldwide, just like Hanks and Ling Qianhe!"
Lin Mucai raised her head with conviction. She looked into the eyes of the two arrogant foreigners opposite her.
"Furthermore, he is a guest invited by me, not someone for you to insult. I demand an apology from you."
The two on the other side glanced at Lin Mucai and let out cold laughs.
"Apologize?"
"Do you have a fever? What nonsense are you talking? You want us to apologize to him? Who does he think he is?"
This question was indeed forceful. Who does he think he is?
Lin Mucai frowned. She said,
"In that case, you are no longer my guests. This is my movie premiere. You disrespect my guests. Wait a moment."
She made a phone call to Hanks.
A moment later, Hanks and Ling Qianhe arrived together. Ling Qianhe was inside schmoozing with some overseas directors, so Lin Mucai hadn't wanted to disturb him. She knew it could be important for his next project, perhaps an Oscar contender. But Ling Qianhe likely heard about the conflict outside from Hanks, so he rushed out.
Ling Qianhe's gaze fell on her face. His eyes flickered, a hint of coldness within them. He looked at the two foreigners with a cold expression.
"I believe your actions constitute racial discrimination. I require an apology from you."
"Otherwise, this premiere will no longer welcome you. Please leave."
Ling Qianhe was even more ruthless than Lin Mucai. He directly kicked them out. Lin Mucai stared at Ling Qianhe with wide eyes, while Ling Qianhe was incredibly strong and firm! The other party looked at Hanks. Hanks shrugged.
"I think Qianhe and Xiao Ci are right. Their guests deserve respect. Guys, you shouldn't mock others."
He also stood with Ling Qianhe, completely ignoring the guy who claimed to have worked with him. Charlie gritted his teeth. If he was kicked out like this, thoroughly humiliated, it would be incredibly embarrassing. So Charlie gave a bitter smile and muttered,
"Alright, alright, I apologize. I'm sorry, I won't speak recklessly again."
The security guard also repeatedly apologized. Hanks and Ling Qianhe walked over. He then realized that the man in front of him was not to be trifled with. So he desperately pleaded!
Lin Mucai looked at Wu Minlong.
"Brother Long, do you want to forgive them, or should we kick them out and never see them again?"
This meant the initiative was entirely in her hands. Wu Minlong smiled and said without hesitation,
"Forget it."
"When my movie is finished and released, they will naturally recognize me. Not knowing me now doesn't mean they won't know me later. Xiao Ci, you're right."
"If we keep arguing with people like this, it'll never end, right?"
He was quite magnanimous. Truly worthy of being a martial artist! Lin Mucai nodded. They walked into the premiere venue together. Hanks expressed his apologies. After all, overseas was his domain, and it was his fault for not arranging things properly, leading to Lin Mucai's guest, Wu Minlong, lacking an invitation and almost being kicked out. Lin Mucai waved her hand, glad the matter was resolved.
However, she looked up at Hanks and asked curiously,
"So—"
"Are you really back together with Vivian?"
Mentioning this, even the seasoned playboy Hanks blushed. Hanks stammered,
"How... how did you suddenly ask that?"
"She... well, she has canceled her engagement. She hasn't said she wants to marry me, but this time, I really don't want to lose her."
He sounded like a young man experiencing first love. Lin Mucai and Ling Qianhe exchanged glances. Tsk tsk tsk. A prodigal son's return. This guy was truly mushy. But as the three of them also walked into the premiere venue, the lights suddenly brightened! The main characters had arrived. The premiere was about to begin!