[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-playboy-of-huayu-how-did-a-celestial-immorta":3,"chapter-the-playboy-of-huayu-how-did-a-celestial-immorta-the-playboy-of-huayu-how-did-a-celestial-immorta-chapter-53":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","The Playboy of Huayu: How Did a Celestial Immortal Transform Me?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2297679,4495,"Chapter 53","the-playboy-of-huayu-how-did-a-celestial-immorta-chapter-53",53,"\u003Cp>\"Master Niu, I'm off!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, see you tomorrow!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having drunk too much alcohol yesterday, he drank two bowls of tofu pudding in one breath this morning, breaking into a hot sweat, which finally made his stomach feel more comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Cheng Jing and Zhang Jizhong finished discussing the investment matters a few days ago, the bearded man lingered for a few more days, communicating with Lu Kuan about some casting issues for *Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils*.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On one hand, it was to listen to his suggestions; on the other, it was to see Lu Kuan's requirements for the roles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan did not have much obsession with this; the status of Xiao Feng among the leads was likely unshakable, and due to the relationship with investors from Taiwan, it was estimated that Lin Zhiying would remain as before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That just left Xu Zhu and other supporting roles, which were not of much interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He checked his watch and walked to Li Dawei's side, guessing that Xie Tingfeng and the others should be arriving soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today was the day agreed upon for meeting and signing contracts with the three young actors from Xiangjiang; Xie Tingfeng, Chen Guanxi, Yu Wenle, and others would all be present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to the needs of the film shoot, on one hand, they would participate in jazz drum training before the film started; on the other, it was a quid pro quo to give Liu Guoquan and Li Dawei, mother and son, a promotional opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was euphemistically called a visit to the set by Xiangjiang stars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dawei, don't say your brother isn't looking out for you; it was hard enough to persuade them to come to Tianjin.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Dawei laughed: \"I appreciate it! But you kid only say the nice things; won't you benefit if this show becomes a hit?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that his old mother was not around, he secretly signaled for Lu Kuan to lean in: \"Little Lu, why don't you invite your Sister Jiang to visit the set?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan was dumbfounded; this Director Li still hadn't figured out the relationship between him and Jiang Qinqin, yet he actually wanted to see his old flame through him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking about it, the scene would be very awkward...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This, Sister Jiang is busy lately; isn't the crew of that *Eighteen Springs* looking for her? Hehe...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Dawei sighed gloomily: \"Brother, I'm not afraid of you laughing at your brother, but your Sister Jiang was my first love, and in my heart, I have always...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sigh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan had an urge to tell the truth but couldn't, only able to look up and howl at the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His mobile phone suddenly vibrated; it was a call from Huo Wenxi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Lu, we are outside the studio. There are many reporters here, look...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait a moment, I will send someone to pick you up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't need to worry; Li Dawei had already arranged everything, including the press conference venue inside the studio.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because Xie Tingfeng was still under a cloud of legal trouble, by mutual agreement, they did not hold a grand opening ceremony.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The film's budget was also limited, so Lu Kuan simply freeloaded on Li Dawei's venue and staff, inviting over a dozen reporters from inside and outside the industry for promotional coverage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tianjin Foreign Studies University was also a campus with beautiful scenery and a strong Republic of China atmosphere; holding a press conference here was no worse than at a big hotel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wouldn't be too late to launch another wave of promotional offensives when the film returned to the country carrying the momentum of winning at the Venice Film Festival, or before the film was officially released.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Guoquan had also arrived at the scene; she was now very satisfied with her son's decision to strongly support Lu Kuan joining the crew—it was too wise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had excellent acting skills, contributed the theme song, and even racked his brains to increase the crew's exposure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the travel expenses had been well taken care of beforehand, although the major newspapers and magazines were very confused about where this 20-year-old young man Lu Kuan had popped out from, they still chose to say nice things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They buttered up the film's cast, complimented Emperor Entertainment for its abundance of talent, and praised Xie Tingfeng for his composure during major events and his continued professionalism despite problems.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were also hundreds of fans who had heard the news and arrived; 80% were die-hard fans of Xie Tingfeng, and the atmosphere at the scene was enthusiastic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only actor from the mainland on stage was Feng Yuanzheng; his *Don't Talk to Strangers* was a huge hit last year, to the point that he was scolded as a domestic abuser by young women and wives when walking on the street.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, it was only after Lu Kuan returned from Xiangjiang and visited him three times that he was able to invite him to play this dark-styled jazz drum teacher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Tingfeng and the others were responsible for traffic, while he was responsible for substance; if they were all just eye candy, the quality of the film could not be guaranteed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The on-site activities proceeded in an orderly manner; Lu Kuan, Xie Tingfeng, and Feng Yuanzheng all interacted with the fans on-site after speaking, and the atmosphere was enthusiastic and orderly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, there were also uncooperative media outlets causing trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Southern Metropolis Daily* reporter: May I ask what works or professional experience Director Lu has had before?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan: None, I am a novice!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Southern Metropolis Daily* reporter: Then may I ask why the investors were willing to entrust funds to a novice like you?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan: I am the investor; I bear my own profits and losses!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Apple Daily*: Director Lu is now somewhat famous in Xiangjiang; many people call you the \"Little Daoist Immortal,\" what is the reason?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan: Religious belief has nothing to do with one's profession; please respect everyone's religious belief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Apple Daily*: We have heard that you have a close relationship with Ms. Mei Yanfang from Xiangjiang; can you talk about it specifically?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan: Sister Mei is a female artist of both virtue and art; she is like an older sister who promotes the younger generation. I am grateful for her care, and she will also make a cameo appearance in the film.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Apple Daily* had always been a media outlet unfriendly to the mainland; seeing that several traps had no effect, the reporter cursed this young man as an old fox.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By comparison, the questions from domestic media were more normal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*China Film News*: May I ask who Director Lu favors for the female lead in the film? What are the requirements?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan: The film needs a period of preparation, and the three leads also need to undergo half a month of jazz drum training; the female lead is still under consideration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the female lead's screen time is not much, generally speaking, she just needs to be around 20 years old, pretty, easy on the eyes, and have decent acting skills, hehe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Out of protection for Liu Yifei, she had not yet been notified of the news of her playing the role; Lu Kuan had already started taking her to morning practice to polish her basic skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, an opportunity to cooperate with domestic veteran actors and several prominent young actors from Xiangjiang was, in any light, a good chance to raise one's status.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Kuan didn't think too much about it; such a low-budget, short-cycle production didn't have much need for hype. He was aiming for the path of exporting to win awards and then selling back to the domestic market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The welcome dinner was held at the nearby Hilton; at the main table were Lu Kuan, Feng Yuanzheng, Huo Wenxi, and the three male actors from Xiangjiang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another group was the creative team of *The Story of a Noble Family*, with Director Li Dawei leading Dong Jie, Chen Kun, Su Chang, and the mother-daughter pair of Liu Yifei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although there were differences in customs and human feelings between the two sides, at the dinner table, everyone was flattering each other, and the atmosphere was very enthusiastic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Huo Wenxi was a person who knew how to handle social situations; although her Mandarin was not very good, she was used to hosting and seeing off guests, and she took care of all parties very well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Tingfeng was still depressed because of the verdict of the \"top-bag\" case and was not very lively during the banquet; Yu Wenle had an introverted personality and only drank in return as a matter of etiquette.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The most active one was Chen Guanxi, especially when he saw the two young, beautiful sisters, Liu Yifei and Su Chang, sitting next to him; he almost felt like he had returned to the flashy world of Xiangjiang and became excited instantly!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of this chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1490,"2026-06-20T06:05:17.358Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","6787afcc4e1037085fb305bcb529e0769ea18a587022c654e1616677290208ac","the-playboy-of-huayu-how-did-a-celestial-immorta-chapter-54","the-playboy-of-huayu-how-did-a-celestial-immorta-chapter-52",343,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-playboy-of-huayu-how-did-a-celestial-immorta-cover.jpg"]