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Chapter 102: Two Golden Flowers!

"You want to see me? Really?"

Jing Tian stared wide-eyed, pointing at himself with his index finger, completely bewildered.

It's worth noting that Jing Tian's foray into the Chinese entertainment industry has not been ideal.

Don't be fooled by the fact that she debuted as a leading lady surrounded by A-list stars, working with either superstars or movie emperors.

Various albums, movies, and TV series were released one after another, all in an effort to make a name for herself in the Chinese entertainment industry.

But in terms of fans and reputation alone, Jing Tian is really not worth mentioning among female celebrities in the Chinese entertainment industry.

Despite working with so many famous people, she has only left an image of an ordinary person in the minds of the audience.

It didn't cause much of a stir, and once the hype died down, she disappeared from everyone's sight once again.

People might remember the name of her character, but no one really remembers her as a person.

Not to mention comparing her to actresses like Da Tang Shi Xian, who are at the peak of their careers, even her classmate, Zheng Zi, the undisputed "white moonlight" of the Chinese entertainment industry, could easily outshine her.

Even her junior from the Beijing Film Academy, Gulnazar, gained countless fans with "Xuan-Yuan Sword," achieving far greater success than her senior, Jing Tian. Of course, there are many more examples...

In short, Jing Tian is still in the top tier among the post-85 actresses in terms of resources, with a significant lead over all other actresses of the same period.

This includes not only film and television resources, but also fashion resources.

However, her current popularity and fan reputation are in a completely polarized situation.

In other words, the whole internet knows that there is a girl who always appears in various blockbuster movies; she's a "resource-backed" actress.

This year alone, three blockbuster films were released, including "Police Story 2013" and "From Vegas to Macau".

But after spending so many resources, what was the final result?

It's because nobody cares, it's the malice from all sides, and it's the lack of any increase in the number of fans.

His acting was criticized; he only had one expression and couldn't act...

Moreover, malicious speculation about her resources has never stopped, and of course, the issue of homogenized roles is also a point of discussion. Besides these, there are many other issues.

Although she is currently embroiled in controversy, she has begun to make a change, and "Ban Shu Legend" is her work in this transformation.

However, as a sequel to "Legend of Lu Zhen", this drama is still positioned as an "ancient female workplace inspirational costume drama", which is basically the same as the previous work.

Therefore, forcibly following the trend is really unnecessary.

However, her team probably saw that Zhao Xiaodao's performance in this drama was quite good, so they immediately put together a drama for our Miss Jing Tian.

It just goes to show that having a powerful backer gives you that kind of advantage!

To paraphrase Sun Honglei from the novel *The Warring States*, this tactic was "simply too brutal!"

It once made many people in the industry envious. While others were fighting tooth and nail for the male and female leads in a movie, this guy could organize a party just like that.

Actually, when Reba and Li Mo were chatting casually last time, Reba mentioned Jing Tian and some questions about him.

Reba meant that she didn't want Li Mo to have a bad impression of her new friend Jing Tian.

That girl has always been very hardworking, takes acting seriously, and doesn't act like a diva.

However, Jing Tian has always been viewed negatively by outsiders, but Li Mo doesn't really care about the controversies surrounding him.

This is not the result of Reba's efforts to emulate Li Mo.

Instead, after reading the news report, Li Mo felt that the claims were unfounded.

So, among these revelations about Jing Tian, ​​one is about her acting skills and professional abilities.

Li Mo won't argue with everyone on this point; her performance was just average, though it did have many flaws.

Moreover, she chose the wrong path, immediately trying to gain national recognition by appearing in various blockbusters and playing those tabloid roles with the title of leading lady, but in reality, the characters were neither likable nor distinctive.

In this way, national recognition is achieved, but because there is no core audience, namely fans and die-hard fans, the national recognition is just fluff.

It dissipated with a casual blast from someone else.

Another issue concerns "resource-backed individuals".

It's safe to say that whenever this topic comes up in the Chinese entertainment industry, conspiracy theories are always present, with all sorts of explanations.

But Li Mo believes that none of this is true. To be honest, the resources consumed by Jing Tian are no longer just a matter of cost-effectiveness.

Instead, they adopt a reckless, high-reward style of play, relying on brute force to achieve unexpected results.

The album's a hit, right? Let's make an album! The movie market's good lately, let's make a movie... Basically, whatever's good lately, we'll do it.

Add to that the fashion resources used to elevate her status, and she's just like a spoiled rich girl.

Therefore, in Li Mo's mind, the other party was more like a little girl who had never left the pyramid.

I always complete my work under the guidance of others.

Finally, adding some of the descriptions given to Li Mo by Reba, Li Mo's impression of Jing Tian was actually not bad.

For Jing Tian, ​​every friend who doesn't come specifically for his home is welcome.

She was genuinely happy when she heard that Li Mo wanted to get to know her.

"Yes, he told me himself. He seemed very happy when he heard that you were his fan."

Reba was spouting nonsense, but Jing Tian didn't doubt it at all.

"That's great! When is he coming?"

"I'll be there tonight, that's why I urgently asked you to help me call a car~"

"The car thing is easy to arrange!" Jing Tian looked around. "But after we pick him up, have we decided where to go?"

Jing Tian is already considering his opponents at MSI, while Reba is still farming in the jungle…

This hot topic was really overlooked; they stammered and couldn't give a clear answer.

"Um... it's just... going..."

Reba's explanation was unclear, and as a result, Jing Tian slapped his forehead and exclaimed, "Oh dear~ it's my fault! As the host, I should be the one to make the decision!"

But there's not much to do in Hengdian right now... How about we pick up Li Mo and then drive to another city to play? Or..."

Jing Tian presented several proposals in one go. She didn't care about the money; her only goal was to leave a good impression!

Seeing that Jing Tian's posture was somewhat intimidating, Reba hurriedly tried to dissuade him:

"Li Mo won't be here for long, and he doesn't want to make a big fuss. Meeting people is more important than what he's doing."

This brought Jing Tian back to her senses. She had even thought that after taking leave from the film crew, the group would meet at the airport and take a spontaneous trip.

"Oh, okay then. Whatever you say, I'll do. Just pay the expenses, since you're here to see me."

Jing Tian patted his chest and generously expressed his confidence.

Seeing Jing Tian so excited, Dilraba felt a pang of guilt. Lovely Jing Tian, ​​love you!

...

At 10 p.m., Li Mo, dressed casually, walked out of the airport.

Along the way, Li Mo was eager to have a good fight with Reba.

As he was thinking, he quickened his pace, but Li Mo noticed that no one was there to pick him up.

He didn't think too much about it. Because of his special status, Reba's arrival at the airport couldn't be too obvious. Holding up a sign or shouting would just be asking for trouble.

Therefore, the two could only rely on their mobile phones to report their locations to each other.

Strangely, Reba stopped at the arrival gate and instead guided Li Mo towards the parking area.

Where did she get this car?

With these questions in mind, Li Mo walked to the location designated by the hot bar.

What came into view was an ordinary-looking Mercedes-Benz van, which then beeped and its headlights turned on.

Sure enough, the car window reflected the graceful figures of two beautiful young women.

Wait... two...?

Li Mo approached the Mercedes, the door opened, and the first thing Li Mo saw was the hot bar, which was normal.

Behind the hot bar, a beautiful and wealthy woman sat quietly beside Li Mo, smiling at him with a bewildered expression.

Jing Tian is quite pretty, and Li Mo has seen some of her period drama stills.

To be honest, she really suits period dramas, at least that's Li Mo's opinion.

Besides, Li Mo felt that she would look even better in a cheongsam, giving off a sense of elegance and nobility.

"Hehe, you must be exhausted. Come on, get in the car and rest!" Dilraba waved and called out.

Not only is Li Mo a public figure, but Jing Tian is too. If the two of them were to be spotted at the airport...

It's bound to be on the front page tomorrow, and Li Mo will definitely face a lot of criticism as a result.

[Li Mo's late-night rendezvous with a well-connected celebrity: Is The Voice still a stage for grassroots talents?]

That's why Reba didn't pick up Li Mo and let him come over on his own.

Once on the bus, Li Mo and Reba sat in the middle row, while Jing Tian sat in the back. Li Mo thought he should take the initiative to say hello.

"Hey, I have a new friend..." Before Li Mo could finish speaking, Reba interrupted him, then uttered a bunch of words that Li Mo couldn't understand:

"Yes, that's right. You've always wanted to see her, haven't you? I've brought her over for you this time. Say hello properly, just tell her you've heard so much about her and are very happy to meet her today..."

After Reba finished speaking, she winked at Li Mo.

Who's been wanting to see her all this time? It's so strange…

Li Mo mentally scoffed, glaring at Reba, "I've heard so much about you, it's a pleasure to meet you today..."

Jing Tian paused for a moment, then burst out laughing. She felt that Li Mo was like a gentle golden retriever.

For some reason, she felt an innate sense of closeness to Li Mo.

After looking Li Mo up and down, I found that he was even more handsome and charming than he appeared on camera!

"I really like your songs, and as a fan, I want to meet my favorite singer—that's my reason. So why do you want to meet me?"

"Um... guess?" Li Mo also winked at Jing Tian, ​​mimicking Reba.

"You wouldn't have guessed!"

"That's good, because I don't know either. The teacher didn't teach me that!"

Upon hearing Li Mo's last words, Reba slapped Li Mo hard. The girl's hand was surprisingly strong... Ouch!

"Look at you, you just love teasing Tian Tian. Didn't you say you feel Tian Tian is a very strong girl who has endured a lot, and you really wanted to encourage her in person?"

Now that I've met you in person, why aren't you saying anything? Are you shy?

Li Mo: "Ah, right! That's how it is!"

Although he didn't understand what was going on, the tacit understanding between them told Li Mo that he couldn't give anything away, or he would anger Reba.

It would be a waste of effort to coax them later.

Reba was afraid that Li Mo would throw some more questions at her, so she said again:

"Since that's the case, talk to them more. Don't waste your chance."

Li Mo felt that what he was doing was not right, as if he were flirting with another woman in front of Dilraba.

But the aggrieved party didn't care, and judging from his attitude, he was even more eager for Li Mo to do so, so Li Mo had no choice but to respectfully comply.

"Although we should already know each other's names, let's get to know each other again for the sake of a little ceremony! My name is Li Mo, male, I like women, I'm an adult, single and childless, and I'm looking for someone..."

Li Mo's introduction was exactly as described by the guests on the dating show "If You Are the One," complete with background music: "What a load of bull!"

"Haha..." Jing Tian covered her mouth and laughed incessantly, then imitated Li Mo's posture: "My name is Jing Tian, ​​I'm unmarried and childless, I'm a girl, and I hope to find someone... um... who can..."

Jing Tian hadn't thought of that last sentence yet, but as she was thinking, she subconsciously glanced at Li Mo.

"What a coincidence! I like girls, and you happen to be a girl!"

"Smack!" Reba couldn't hold back any longer and slapped Li Mo again. I told you to change the subject, not to change your girlfriend.

If we keep talking like this, Reba might end up under the car.

A blush crept onto Jing Tian's face, but it was already dark, so it was hard to see clearly.

Li Mo, who had been hit twice, turned around, somewhat indignant. "You're the one who told me to attack, and you're the one who hit me. Are we still playing?"

He simply turned around, leaving his back to Reba and Jing Tian.

Reba and Li Mo have been dating for a while now. Whether Li Mo is angry or not, Reba can still tell the difference.

"It's okay, Sweetie, that's just how he is. Don't let his amazing stage presence fool you, he's just like a little kid in private!"

Reba specifically explained this to Jing Tian, ​​afraid that Jing Tian would misunderstand.

"You two have such a good relationship..." Jing Tian couldn't hide her envy; she loved pure relationships.

This is probably a common problem for children from good families. Neither Li Mo nor Reba has this problem, so naturally they cannot empathize with Jing Tian.

"You can join us!" Reba took the initiative to extend a sincere invitation to Jing Tian.

"Is it really possible?" Jing Tian asked, looking at the two people sitting in the front row.

"Of course! Let's be best friends for life!"

Li Mo gazed out the window, thinking, "A quilt?" or "A lifetime"—that is the question.

The former is Li Mo's wishful thinking, while the latter is the imagination of the two girls.

The former still has a chance of being realized, while the latter has absolutely no chance. No one is anyone's forever.

But undeniably, the moment you say those words is the happiest.

Listening to the two girls chatting away, Li Mo would occasionally chime in, creating a very relaxed atmosphere in the carriage.

Especially Li Mo and Jing Tian, ​​in this atmosphere, they didn't seem like they were meeting for the first time at all.

She gets Li Mo's jokes and banter, and even some of them that Li Mo finds meaningless, she still laughs happily.

Li Mo understood some of the things Jing Tian mentioned, such as some things in the entertainment industry. Reba hadn't reached that level yet, so there were some things she didn't understand.

Li Mo understood most of it, and so, with ease and comfort, the ice was broken perfectly.

The vehicle drove forward, and the journey took about two hours. During those two hours, the three of them were in the same small space.

Their feelings for each other are growing rapidly.