Chapter 387: Roadshow Promotion

If one says that there is a soulful character in One Person Under, then it must certainly be Feng Baobao.

Although Zhang Chulan is the protagonist, there are actually many literary and screen characters similar to his setting, characterized by being base.

But female characters like Feng Baobao—adorably clueless, ethereal, worldly-savvy, and incredibly capable—are practically one of a kind.

Especially since she speaks with a Sichuan accent and has intermittent wit syndrome, she really wins over fans.

Liu Yifei being able to play this role is also quite a windfall.

And her doing well in this role also owes much to Jiang Heng's efforts.

First, in terms of character design, there has been careful planning.

But most importantly, it is through the Super Microcomputer that Liu Yifei's portrayal of Feng Baobao undergoes micro-expression and gaze adjustments, which creates an ultra-popular on-screen image.

How popular is it? Even before the film's official release, during the preview promotion stage, countless fans rushed to the roadshow venues, holding up Liu Yifei's posters from One Person Under outside and shouting "Feng Baobao!" Liu Yifei's career has exploded in these few days.

Since Jiang Heng has returned, he naturally should contribute again.

After strolling around the company and holding a brief meeting with the executives, Jiang Heng decided to fly to Wuhan the next day with his assistant team to participate in the upcoming roadshow event being held there.

Upon hearing the news, Liu Yifei was overjoyed and quickly called Jiang Heng: "Didn't I tell you to rest a bit? Aren't you tired?"

Jiang Heng laughed and said: "I was a bit tired, but thinking about seeing you makes it not so tiring!"

Upon hearing that, Liu Yifei felt her cheeks warm slightly: "Sweet talk, how are you so good at this!"

"Nothing of the sort, just speaking frankly. Besides, you don't actually need to work too hard; relying on your performance in the film, just wait calmly for the rewards!"

Liu Yifei pouted upon hearing that: "I know that too, but since the film hasn't officially released, I'm uneasy inside, so running around more will boost the box office a bit!"

Jiang Heng chuckled: "Indeed, don't overwork yourself; I'll see you tomorrow!"

"Mm, I miss you!"

Not long after hanging up, Jing Tian came over directly.

She has a lively, outgoing personality and speaks very directly; first she acted coquettish for a while, then she wanted to go out to eat something delicious.

In the deep winter season, naturally hot pot is appropriate.

The two drove to a hot pot restaurant near the company, entered the reserved private room, and chatted while eating.

Jing Tian asked Jiang Heng whether he really plans to go to Hollywood next year to film.

"Um, actually, I haven't really thought about it either!"

"You wouldn't really want to go out, would you?" Jing Tian looked shocked.

"That definitely won't happen; my focus remains domestic, but occasionally going out to film one or two projects is also possible. Otherwise people would say 'under a big tree no grass grows,' and it's because of my existence that a bunch of good seedlings don't get a chance to sprout!"

Jing Tian covered her mouth and laughed upon hearing that: "That metaphor is really vivid; compared to your big tree, they really are just little saplings!"

Jiang Heng quickly said: "This is just between us; don't spread it outside, lest people think I'm belittling them!"

"I certainly know what can be said and what cannot. Others call me a melon, but I'm actually quite clever many times!"

Jing Tian made a smug gesture while saying that.

Seeing that, Jiang Heng laughed loudly: "How did you learn that?"

"Uncle, I got to attend the premiere screening, right? But getting back to the point, the Feng Baobao role is truly so likable!"

"So then?"

"How about letting me play Feng Baobao in the TV drama version?"

Upon hearing that, Jiang Heng leaned back slightly: "If you say that, you really are quite clever!"

Because Jiang Heng has not even considered filming a TV drama version of One Person Under up to now.

Of course, the reason is simple: he's just too busy.

So although he knows Jing Tian is quite eager for the Feng Baobao role, hearing her say she wants to act in the drama version still came as quite a shock.

But upon second thought, the TV drama version will inevitably be made, because the film version is too condensed, and many exciting contents and scenes cannot be fully shown.

"Well, it's not that it can't be done!"

"So you agree?" Jing Tian's face lit up with surprise and delight, her eyes shining. "Um, I guess so!"

"Haha, that's agreement then—I'm going to play Feng Baobao! This time I'll perform everything according to the manga's plot!"

Earlier, Jiang Heng had Du Huan set up a comic company that published the One Person Under manga, which has consistently sold very well.

Jing Tian loves reading it, often checking out One Person Under during work breaks, to the point that she plays League of Legends less.

Seeing how happy she was, Jiang Heng didn't say anything else.

By having Liu Yifei play the film version of Feng Baobao, he has already given her the advantage of first impression.

Yet he cannot therefore refuse to film the TV drama, nor refuse Jing Tian's request.

After all, in the film and television industry, it's common for different actors to play the same role in movie and drama versions.

"As for which version audiences prefer, that's just a matter of personal taste—like radishes and greens, each to their own."

After finishing their meal, the two returned home.

The next day, Jiang Heng led his assistant team to fly to Wuhan to participate in the roadshow promotion event being held there by the One Person Under crew.

Because they learned Jiang Heng would attend, on-site security was upgraded, and the number of media and audience members present also increased considerably.

Jiang Heng, meanwhile, in the backstage resting area, saw Liu Yifei, whom he hadn't seen in a long time.

"Uncle!"

"Since they got together, she hasn't called him that in a long time; this time perhaps she's just overly excited!"

Jiang Heng ruffled her head, then carefully examined her face; her condition still seemed somewhat fatigued.

"Actually, there's no need to push yourself so hard!"

Liu Yifei gave a sweet smile: "I just hope the box office can be a bit higher, so I can help you earn more!"

"You!"

After the Wuhan roadshow ended, the crew rushed nonstop to Guangzhou, and then to Xianggang.

Jiang Heng had previously promised Yuan De that he would return to hold a premiere in Xianggang, gathering a bunch of old friends.

Because of the public uproar, he almost missed it.

But since there was still time, it was better to go ahead with it.

The Xianggang entertainment scene was very supportive this time; many who hadn't shown up in a long time came out.

Such as Shaw Brothers' "Six Uncle", Jiahe's Zou Wenhuai, Yongsheng's Xiang brothers, Yinghuang's Yang Shoucheng, plus many renowned directors and stars who hadn't appeared in ages—about a hundred in total.

One could say that the Xianggang premiere of One Person Under was equally star‑studded and eye‑catching.

Cheng Long had originally gone to Jingcheng to show support, but after Jiang Heng returned to Xianggang, he also brought a bunch of brothers over.

Glancing at Liu Yifei beside Jiang Heng, Cheng Long laughed, "Brother, you're about to launch a major star this time!"

Jiang Heng laughed, "She already is!"

"Ah, I misspoke—sorry, sorry!"

Hong Jinbao stepped forward and hugged Jiang Heng, sighing, "You've been getting better and better!"

He had collaborated frequently with Jiang Heng in the past few years, but only recently did his old injury flare up, cutting back his work; their relationship remained good all along.

Jiang Heng chuckled, "Still all right, though people keep accusing me of monopolizing things."

Hong Jinbao's eyes widened, his face flushed with anger: "Nonsense! The film market rewards ability—we used to risk our lives, competing whose stunts were more dangerous and thrilling to earn higher box office."

"If you can't match the box office, resorting to petty tricks is downright shameless!"

Seeing this, Jiang Heng hurriedly soothed, "It's fine, it's fine, it's all in the past."

Hong Jinbao still seething, he let out a breath and said, "Things aren't like they used to be."

(End of chapter)