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Xu Qingyan was taken aback. In the creative team, there were very few people like him with no significant position; more often, it was composed of group leaders like Lu Liangsheng or dance directors like Sister Jun.

Initially, when he was reckoning on Lu Liangsheng and Xiao Shujun, he never expected his name to be mentioned. Of course, being mentioned was pretty good—it was an honor after all.

To his surprise, he was indeed called out. Almost a second later, Xu Qingyan unconsciously stood up briskly. Hundreds of eyes in the venue turned to look his way, their expressions slightly astonished.

"This creator is so young?"

Most of the people present were involved in behind-the-scenes or dance aspects of the work, usually too busy with their jobs to do much beyond watching videos for entertainment. Even though he had written numerous songs, people not from his sphere likely hadn't heard of him.

There were quiet discussions among the seated guests.

"Creator... isn't that one an actor? How come he's mingled into the core creative team?"

"I've heard his name, the one who sang 'Blue and White Porcelain'; it's very popular."

Luo Yuexiu, who was seated closer to the front, turned back to look at the young man who stood up, clasped his hands together, and gave a bow in greeting, her gaze somewhat complex.

Last month he was still working odd jobs and acting as a PD at the Chang'an branch venue, yet the next thing you know, he produced "Blue and White Porcelain." It was hard to believe that someone could come up with lyrics and music like that, not just breaking the glass ceiling for traditional Chinese-style music but arguably redefining the genre.

Now, he was the youngest Spring Festival Gala director and creator, enjoying unlimited glory and a boundless future ahead.

Listening to the scattered exclamations and discussions around her, Luo Yuexiu couldn't help but feel a bit resentful at the unfairness of fate. Life was about giving what you wanted to someone else, and then shoving onto you what others didn't want.

This field was never short of geniuses, but even so, she had never seen someone as extraordinarily talented as Xu Qingyan.

He seemed to achieve effortlessly what she had always wanted to do.

If she had a choice back then... no, the entertainment industry was too tricky. She had no choice in the beginning, and still didn't.

The murmuring in the venue gradually subsided as Xu Qingyan sat back down.

The Spring Festival Gala director Ji Shi'an stood up to speak, starting with words of gratitude and then adopting a serious expression.

"With just one month left until the official Spring Festival Gala performance, I hope everyone can overcome difficulties and champion the spirit. We... have a great responsibility and a glorious mission."

"This isn't just our director team's Spring Festival Gala nor solely for the people present. It is the Spring Festival Gala for everyone behind and in front of the Chang'an platform. Therefore, everyone, please stay energized so that we can together deliver this gift to Chang'an, to the nation, and to Chinese people all around the world."

"Do we have confidence?"

The atmosphere in the room was fiery, and a loud "Yes!" was shouted. This was followed by the person-in-charge taking turns speaking, some long, some short.

After the meeting, Xu Qingyan always felt a bit uncomfortable sensing that people were looking at him. It was inevitable, given he was the youngest and most handsome among the key creators.

Gan Wenchang pulled at him, "They are conducting interviews over there, aren't you going?"

"I won't go, it'll be cut anyway. Let's just get ready for the work."

Gan Wenchang snickered and moved closer, and seeing his approach, Xu Qingyan knew he was about to hear some actor gossip. Enjoy new adventures from My Virtual Library Empire

Sure enough, he started, "Do you know how interesting Wu Xueying is?"

Many stars were invited to the branch venue to add glamour, and Wu Xueying was one of the singing show performers. She was a new-generation actress who sky-rocketed to fame with a historical idol drama in the last two years, forcefully squeezing her way into the upper echelon of first-tier celebrities.

Even though the stars' performances wouldn't appear on the main Spring Festival Gala stage, the local Chang'an populace could watch their entire performance, which also counted as exposure.

After all, fans would chant, "Branch venue this year, main stage next year."

Unlike other stars, Wu Xueying wasn't formally trained in the arts; she had worked many jobs after graduating from college. She had done clerical work and been an extra, scrabbling her way up to becoming a first-line actress.

"What?" Xu Qingyan asked casually.

"Wu Xueying herself said she used to work at a bridal shop, mainly helping people try on wedding dresses," Gan Wenchang raised his eyebrows.

"So what?" Xu Qingyan said indifferently.

"Well, one can't wear a wedding dress alone; the staff need to assist. Do you know how they help?"

"Hmm?"

"They go without underwear, just sticking on those pasties. Many people don't put them on correctly, so the staff often end up doing it for them," Gan Wenchang said. "Sometimes the customer is still being shy, and the staff have already gathered everything together and stuck it on as quick as lightning. Also, if the wedding dress is tough to get into, they'll help the client with... well, let's say adjustments."

Xu Qingyan: "..."

Gan Wenchang's description was so vivid that Xu Qingyan couldn't help but imagine Wu Xueying helping people with ... adjustments.

It was hard to remain composed. While the entertainment industry had many stars who came from different careers, working as a bridal shop assistant was not common. It was not a bad thing; for sure, it was not a job just anyone could do.

If one didn't stick it right, while wearing the wedding dress, the client's "thing" could just pop right into your face.

"You have to admit, Wu Xueying's success isn't without reason." Gan Wenchang grinned, probably seized by a moment's whim, and then he ran off after delivering his soliloquy.

...

Having heard Gan Wenchang's odd comments, Xu Qingyan couldn't help but have some weird thoughts pop up in his head when he encountered Wu Xueying greeting him that afternoon... like pasties coming undone.

Those things were actually quite similar to underwear, with just the absence of straps. If a client trying a wedding dress was quite well-endowed and accidentally got hold of twice-used pasties, they really could come undone.