Chapter 2645: Chapter 2646: Tai Chi Master
On that day, Lin Yi took Yan Ci for a stroll around the Shangqing Palace and told her about Daoist culture.
The day was very fulfilling.
Early the next morning, the two of them followed their routine, did so morning exercises, and then headed to the program location.
“Without celebrity power, can such a show make money?”
On the drive over, Lin Yi asked, “It doesn’t seem like this type of show is popular anymore.”
“Actually, today’s variety shows aren’t as dazzling as you think.”
Yan Ci tidied her hair and said:
“Many shows look glamorous on the surface, but actually, many of them lose money, so this path has beco harder. I invested in one before and almost lost money.”
“Based on what you’re saying, celebrity power isn’t much use anymore.”
“When a new industry erges, only in its early stages will there be chaos where any show can make money. But now that variety shows have developed to this point, the public is aesthetically fatigued, and the industry is heading towards an era where content is king, so now everyone is looking for a breakthrough and trying new things.”
“Got it.”
“I don’t have much expectation for this show; if it makes money, great. But even if it loses, I can afford it. It’s like paying tuition.” Yan Ci said:
“Anyway, if I can’t make it, I can always cling to your leg for support.”
“Haha… President Yan is always welco to cling to my leg.”
After chatting for a bit, they arrived at their destination.
The show’s auditions were held in a city gymnasium.
Outside, there were many posters promoting the show.
But passersby only glanced at them briefly before hurrying away.
If it were a celebrity show, they might linger a bit longer, but martial arts is a niche interest, rarely resonating with most people.
“Isn’t this a dostic program? Why are there foreigners?” Lin Yi asked, looking at the poster.
“It’s a show jointly organized by eight television stations worldwide. After the dostic competition, three contestants will be selected to participate in the final international competition, which is one of its selling points.”
“Got it.”
Lin Yi comnted: “If that’s the case, it’s worth watching.”
“That’s also one of the main reasons for my investnt. If it were just dostic, the probability of losing money would be higher.”
Lin Yi nodded, “Let’s go in and take a look.”
Under Yan Ci’s guidance, the two entered the stadium.
Compared to outside, the inside was bustling with people.
A diverse crowd had gathered here.
In the crowd, many people wearing Tai Chi T-shirts were doing warm-up exercises.
“Yanyan, you’re here.”
While the two were looking around, they heard a greeting from nearby.
They turned their heads to see a short-haired woman whose hair reached her neck, dressed in a black jumpsuit, looking very sharp.
Soon, the short-haired woman approached, first glancing at Lin Yi, raising her eyebrows and joking:
“It’s been so long, and you finally brought your boyfriend out to et people?”
“I’m not worried about a thief stealing, but a thief constantly eyeing him. What if you take him away?” Yan Ci joked.
“Haha, I knew you were paranoid like that.”
After saying that, the short-haired woman extended her hand, “You must be Lin Yi, I’ve heard Yanyan ntion you, I’m Zhou Jing.”
“Hello.”
Lin Yi extended his hand, and they shook hands briefly.
On the way over, Yan Ci had already introduced Zhou Jing’s background.
They t through television work before and hadn’t lost touch over the years.
“Yanyan often tells you’re quite skilled. We’re counting on you as a judge for our show this ti.”
“You flatter ,” Lin Yi said with a smile. “I’ll do my best.”
“As long as you say that,” Zhou Jing said:
“But for today, there’s nothing major, just so behind-the-scenes filming. However, if anything happens, I do need your help.”
“Sure, tell .”
“Help keep an eye out for contestants with decent skills, and during filming, give them more screen ti.”
“No problem, leave it to us,” Yan Ci said with a smile.
“Alright, alright, do you have to cling so tightly? Honestly,” Zhou Jing teased.
“I’ll cling onto him and make you envious to death.”
“Tch, I have a boyfriend too, who’s envious of you?”
After exchanging a few quips, Zhou Jing said:
“Let’s get the important stuff done first. I’ll arrange dinner tonight, so don’t plan anything else.
“No problem, on your turf, we’re eating well today.”
“Off you go, you’re also an investor, take up your responsibility.”
“Don’t worry, I know what to do.”
Then, the two split up, with Lin Yi and Yan Ci wandering around the venue.
“Look at that woman,”
While strolling, Yan Ci’s gaze fell on a middle-aged woman.
The woman wore a white Tai Chi T-shirt, surrounded by a dozen people, making her the most prominent presence there.
“What’s up?”
“Looks like she’s over fifty, right? Doesn’t seem suitable for a place like this.”
“Judging by the setup, it seems like a scam.”
“I feel the sa way. This is an open-gender competition, won naturally have no advantage, and she’s also quite old.”
“Co on, let’s go check out the spectacle.”
The two approached, and behind the middle-aged woman, two of her disciples pulled up a banner.
[Tai Chi Master Yan Fang, descending the mountain to teach, promoting Chinese martial arts.]
“Quite boastful,” Yan Ci said with a smile.
“I’m also curious about what tricks she’ll pull out.”
“President Yan, should we record this group of contestants?” a photographer following them asked.
Yan Ci looked at Lin Yi, “What do you think?”
“Of course, record it, and give them more screen ti, otherwise the program’s entertainnt value won’t stand out.”
“I understand what you an.”
Yan Ci smiled and said, then turned to the photographer behind, “Give this contestant more screen ti.”
“Got it.”
Seeing the cara aid at her, Yan Fang’s expression beca serious, and facing the cara, she confidently said:
“Now, I will demonstrate Yan-style Tai Chi to everyone, hoping to gain your approval.”
“Tai Chi is Tai Chi, why make it Yan-style Tai Chi? Isn’t this so shady practice?” said an audience mber.
Yan Fang tilted her head, disdainfully glancing at the bald spectator speaking, and said:
“The Tai Chi you usually see is just for health and fitness, while my Yan-style Tai Chi, which I created, is for combat, a lethal move, so you haven’t seen it before.”
The crowd felt suspicious, and the bald man said:
“In that case, show us.”
Yan Fang shook her hands, getting into position, “Everyone step back to avoid any accidental injuries.”
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