Ten minutes later, Huang Xinyi happily arrived at the Yangshan Villa Area.
Wang Yi got in the car and calmly said,
"Drive, CBD Wanda Cinema."
"???"
Huang Xinyi was stunned, her mouth twitching:
"You're treating me like a chauffeur?"
"You're really something, Mr. Pigeon!"
"Don't just make up nicknames, I'm doing this for your own good,"
Wang Yi said with a smile.
Huang Xinyi crossed her arms and said,
"Alright, go on, tell me, how is standing me up for my premiere still for my own good?"
Wang Yi smiled:
"At yesterday's premiere, there were so many celebrities and so much media. If I had brought you, and the media photographed me, wouldn't they have photographed you too?"
Huang Xinyi nodded:
"They certainly would have."
"So, you want to get famous? Stop being an instructor and go into the entertainment industry?"
Wang Yi quipped.
Huang Xinyi quickly shook her head:
"No way, I'm not going into the entertainment industry. That world is too messy; school suits me better."
"Then do you think, once you're photographed and trending, you'd still be able to quietly work as a counselor?"
"This..."
Huang Xinyi nodded:
"If the school found out that I took a personal leave to attend a premiere, I'd probably be in big trouble! You really thought this through!"
"As long as you understand, I'm doing all this for your own good."
Huang Xinyi nodded:
"Right, thank you, student Wang Yi. I was only thinking about seeing Ye Xiaohe and Lin Zixuan, and almost ruined my own future. Luckily, you were there. There aren't many media today, are there?"
"No. Yesterday's premiere had many celebrities and lots of media. Today's first public screening only has a few main actors attending to interact with fans, so there aren't many media!"
"That's good!"
Huang Xinyi breathed a sigh of relief:
"Boss Wang, buckle up. Driver Little Huang is at your service, let's go!"
With a stomp on the accelerator, the BMW 3 Series sped off, heading straight for the CBD.
"Haha."
Wang Yi smiled.
This counselor is too easy to fool.
Arriving at Wanda Cinema, Wang Yi pulled out a mask and sunglasses from his bag and put them on.
Seeing this, Huang Xinyi was dumbfounded:
"How low-key are you trying to be?"
Wang Yi calmly replied,
"This small occasion isn't worth me being high-profile."
Huang Xinyi: "..."
She had wanted to say Wang Yi was putting on an act, but on second thought, it seemed to be true.
At the previous opening of the Meiyou flagship store, the one who gave the speech was President Song Sining.
Song Sining also attended yesterday's premiere of "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love."
Wang Yi seemed to have no desire to show his face at all!
Or rather, it wasn't worth his appearance!
"Everyone else is dying to show off, but you, you're so good at staying hidden!"
Huang Xinyi pouted:
"Speaking of which, do you have any more masks? Give me one!
"The ones I used yesterday, do you want them?"
Huang Xinyi: "..."
"Haha, I'm just kidding, here!"
Wang Yi took another mask from his handbag.
Having lived through several years of a special period in his previous life, Wang Yi had developed the habit of stocking masks in his bag, and he never expected them to come in handy now.
"Thank you."
Huang Xinyi was overjoyed and quickly put it on.
Wang Yi looked at Huang Xinyi, then changed the subject:
"With your figure, what's the use of wearing a mask? Covering your face would just force people to look at your figure, wouldn't it?"
Huang Xinyi momentarily wanted to curse: "..."
But on second thought, what Wang Yi said made some sense.
She then snatched the handbag from Wang Yi's hand and held it in front of herself.
Wang Yi didn't say much more and walked directly into the cinema.
Seeing Wang Yi enter, even though he was well-covered, Ye Xiaohe immediately recognized him and hurried over to greet him:
"Boss Wang, you're here."
Wang Yi patted Ye Xiaohe's shoulder:
"I have a feeling, Xiaohe, you're going to be famous!"
"Really? I'll take that as a good omen!"
Ye Xiaohe smiled knowingly, then looked at Huang Xinyi next to her, clicking her tongue in amazement:
'That figure, it's absolutely amazing, isn't it?'
'Even I, a woman, can't stay calm!'
'But what's her relationship with Boss Wang?'
'Could it be that Boss Wang has a preference for this type?'
'Indeed, every man likes a figure like that. No wonder Boss Wang isn't very interested in me, is it because I'm too flat?'
For a moment, Ye Xiaohe thought many things, then smiled and said,
"This is..."
Wang Yi calmly replied,
"My driver, she carries the bag!"
Huang Xinyi: "!!!"
'What the heck, your driver!'
'I'm your counselor, okay?'
Ye Xiaohe, however, nodded:
"Oh, so it's the driver. You've worked hard."
But in her heart, she grumbled:
'With such a sexy figure, is she really your driver, or your "ride"?'
'Heh, men!'
"Boss Wang, please sit!"
Ye Xiaohe pointed to the very middle seat.
"Okay."
Wang Yi walked over, and Huang Xinyi hesitated for a moment before following him.
Just as she was about to sit next to Wang Yi, Ye Xiaohe got there first.
On the other side, Lin Zixuan was already seated, holding a coffee she had bought earlier, and smilingly offered it.
They had known since yesterday that Wang Yi would be coming today.
Left with no choice, Huang Xinyi could only sit next to Ye Xiaohe.
She muttered to herself:
"Heh, what a great show!"
"I really couldn't tell, this Wang Yi guy is actually so popular, both lead actresses are scrambling to sit on either side of him!"
"Even a dedicated model for Rayli Magazine is so attentive and proactive towards Wang Yi, is this guy really that formidable?"
While her mind was racing, several other celebrities also recognized Wang Yi and came forward to shake his hand and greet him.
Wang Yi responded calmly.
Huang Xinyi's expression was complex, and she grew even more shocked:
"I never expected Wang Yi's status to be so high? So many celebrities are being so proactive!"
"This guy is not simple, truly not simple!"
Afterwards, the cinema doors opened, and many audience members walked in with their tickets.
Soon, the entire cinema was filled.
Wang Yi noticed that among those who came to watch the movie, some were girlfriends together, but most were a man and a woman.
Among them, some were couples deeply in love.
Others were lovers on the verge of breaking up, or exes who had already broken up.
The theme promoted by "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" was "September 9th, we promised forever, but we've been heartbroken for thirty-three days."
And "Graduation season, breakup season."
Every year, June and July are graduation season, and even more so, breakup season.
After a period of entanglement, by September, it's usually about a month after breaking up.
Watching "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" together again could be seen as a final farewell to an ex, putting an end to a previous relationship.
Of course, some had broken up a long time ago, even years ago, but still couldn't forget their ex.
They just didn't have the courage to disturb them before, but now, using "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" as an excuse, they could ask them out for one last meeting.
If the other person also hadn't forgotten them, perhaps they could get back together and rekindle their old romance.
If the other person had already moved on, nonchalantly, then they too could let go and start a new relationship.
Regardless of whether they were in the midst of breaking up, about to break up, or had already broken up, couples would come to watch "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" with different objectives.
It can be said that Wang Yi's "Graduation Season Breakup Season" gimmick perfectly catered to this group.
Of course, many also came to watch alone!
Having broken up years ago, unable to forget an ex, and either unwilling or unable to disturb them.
They could only watch "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" alone, then post a picture of the movie ticket; if the other person saw it, they would naturally understand their feelings.
If there was still no response, then it was time to let go.
This was another promotional idea Wang Yi proposed:
"Bidding Farewell to Your White Moonlight."
The "Graduation Season Breakup Season" marketing catered to the student demographic breaking up after graduation.
"Who in their youth didn't have a white moonlight? Watch another movie, say another goodbye,"
Catered to those who had broken up years ago but still had someone they couldn't forget.
There were many, many such groups.
Leveraging these two major marketing directions, the effect was even better than the Singles' Day marketing on November 11th!
After all, the original "Lost Love" was released on November 8th.
And that year, there was also a film called "Singles' Terminator," which was released on November 11, 2011!
"Singles' Terminator" was the one truly using the Singles' Day gimmick for its marketing.
It cleverly incorporated six '1's!
But unfortunately, the box office flopped.
One can only say that the Singles' Day gimmick didn't have that much power; the key still lay in the quality of the movie!
On its opening day, the screening rate for "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" could only be described as average, as it was just a low-budget film not favored by outsiders.
However, the attendance rate for this screening was very, very high.
Wang Yi felt much more at ease, and Du Tianhua and the others also breathed a sigh of relief.
As long as the attendance rate is high and it sells well, the screening rate will continuously increase.
After all, cinemas need to make money; whichever film has a high attendance rate and makes money will get more screenings!
Those with low attendance rates will only see their screenings reduced, or even be pulled from theaters early!
The main actors sat in the front row, all wearing masks; if one didn't look closely, they would just assume they were ordinary moviegoers.
Soon, the entire cinema darkened, and the movie began to play.
Wang Yi watched "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" again, but this time, he felt completely different, not missing anyone.
After all, the best girl, Lin Shu, was by his side; what else was there to miss?
Even the so-called white moonlight had long been obliterated by Lin Shu.
Besides, Wang Yi didn't have a white moonlight at all, and as for Lin Ziyi, she really didn't count, nor was she worthy!
As the movie played, there was laughter and joy in the cinema, but also quiet sobs.
When faced with the real problem of long-distance, years of feelings became vulnerable.
As the plot progressed, some couples held each other's hands tightly.
Others cried while passing tissues.
There were also couples who had long broken up, and when emotions ran high, they boldly grabbed their ex's hand.
And the ex hesitated for a moment, then also squeezed his (her) hand.
They had once broken up due to long-distance, but now reunited because of "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love."
All sorts of scenarios unfolded.
This movie was destined to bring joy and sorrow, separation and reunion.
But some things are truly helpless.
Especially long-distance relationships, they are truly hard to maintain.
Later, when Lin Zixuan, playing the female client Li Ke, appeared wearing a Meiyou "pure desire style" dress, she instantly captivated the audience.
All the audience members gasped in admiration.
Although Lin Zixuan couldn't endorse Meiyou, she wore beautiful Meiyou "pure desire style" dresses in the movie, radiating charm.
On the other hand, Ye Xiaohe, still in her simple attire, was instantly overshadowed by Lin Zixuan in her "pure desire style" dress.
Seeing this, Lin Zixuan, to Wang Yi's left, subtly curved her lips upward, revealing a hint of smugness.
From behind, a woman couldn't help but say,
"See, I told you, Meiyou's 'pure desire style' dresses are beautiful, believe me now?"
Her boyfriend next to her quickly nodded:
"I believe it! Let's go buy one after the movie! Buy the 599 one, no, the 799 one!"
"Honey, I want the 999 celebrity-style one!"
"No need, your figure is so good, you don't need the 999 one!"
"Hehe, husband's right, 799 it is!"
The guy breathed a sigh of relief, thinking:
"Phew, that was close, saved another 200 bucks!"
There were also audience members wearing Meiyou "pure desire style" dresses, their eyes sparkling:
"This style is surprisingly stunning too, I never noticed it before! I'm going to Sanlitun to buy it later!"
Even more female audience members exclaimed with emotion:
"This is Meiyou's 'pure desire style,' it looks better than big brands, why am I only finding out now?"
"Meiyou's 'pure desire style' is still the best-looking! Those so-called big brands are ugly, unfashionable, and expensive, they're totally OUT!"
"When it comes to fashion, you still have to look at Meiyou!"
Hearing these words, those wearing big brands looked down at their own ugly, unfashionable, and expensive big brands, feeling they couldn't bear to look.
No comparison, no harm.
Meanwhile, the moviegoers at the scene wearing Meiyou "pure desire style" dresses all sat up straight, looking smug.
They felt like they were at the forefront of fashion!
Wang Yi smiled:
"Sure enough, the release of 'Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love' has once again made Meiyou's 'pure desire style' dresses popular."
The one Lin Zixuan wore, for example, was one of the first batch of 599 models to be launched, considered an older style.
By now, sales had dropped significantly, and it was almost out of fashion.
The e-commerce department was even preparing to drop the price to 399 for a promotion!
But because of this movie, it became a celebrity-worn item, and sales would likely surge again!
Many people in the cinema even started placing orders!
Forget about lowering the price, even raising it to 799 would be fine!
Of course, Wang Yi still had his principles and continued to sell it for 599.
Finally, the movie's ending added a little something compared to the original film.
It was Ye Xiaohe, dressed in a beautiful "pure desire style" dress, making a stunning appearance and becoming a cool chick!
She mesmerized Wang Xiaojian, and indeed, everyone present!
As the saying goes, a Buddha relies on golden attire, and a person relies on clothing.
Earlier, Ye Xiaohe, dressed in ordinary clothes, looked plain and was completely overshadowed by Li Ke, played by Lin Zixuan.
But when Ye Xiaohe finally changed into a Meiyou "pure desire style" dress, she instantly looked stunning, her charm radiating!
The stark contrast immediately made everyone present fully realize the allure, power, and stunning effect of Meiyou's "pure desire style"!
This wave of movie product placement made Meiyou an instant hit!
It firmly established a perception in everyone's minds—Meiyou, leading fashion trends! "Pure desire style," radiating infinite charm!
Everyone made up their minds to place an order or go to Sanlitun to buy it soon!
At the end, the male and female leads walked hand in hand under the sunlight, heading towards happiness.
This brought the sentimentality of everyone present to an extreme.
Many lovers on the verge of breaking up, after watching the movie, some made up their minds to separate.
Others, however, found it even harder to let go, their eyes filled with tears.
And some who had already broken up, reunited.
People's joys and sorrows, partings and reunions, are not always understood by others.
Suddenly, an ethereal song began:
"I came to your city, walked the path you once took."
The noisy venue instantly fell silent.
Everyone looked over, and saw a figure in the front row stand up, holding a microphone, singing "Long Time No See," the theme song from "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love," and walking towards the big screen.
"Wow, it's Ye Xiaohe!"
Everyone exclaimed in unison.
Then, another figure stood up and walked towards the screen:
"Imagining the days without me, how lonely you must be."
"Liu Zhang!"
"Wang Xiaojian!"
"Holding the photos you gave me, on that familiar street."
Lin Zixuan also stood up, also in a Meiyou "pure desire style" dress!
The other main actors also stood up, walking to the screen while singing.
"Ah!"
"The main cast is all here!"
"What a surprise!"
"I only spent 30 yuan on a ticket, and I get to see so many celebrities, what kind of luck is this?"
"Xiaohe, so beautiful!"
"Lin Zixuan, goddess!"
Everyone was incredibly excited, and the entire venue became completely lively.
Only then did they realize that the people sitting in the front row were actually the main actors!
It was a carefully designed Easter egg!
The main cast only appeared after the screening ended, to surprise and give back to the fans!
After the song concluded, Ye Xiaohe, in her "pure desire style" dress, bowed:
"Thank you to all the fans for supporting 'Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love,' and thank you to Meiyou Technology for sponsoring and investing in our crew! I hope everyone will continue to support 'Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love' and Meiyou! Their dresses are so beautiful, love you all!"
As she spoke, Ye Xiaohe made a heart gesture towards Wang Yi.
Wang Yi let out a speechless laugh.
Afterwards, the main actors enthusiastically interacted with the fans.
Wang Yi, meanwhile, stood up and walked out of the cinema.
"Hey, wait for me!"
Huang Xinyi quickly followed him.
Wang Yi teased,
"Why didn't you stay and chat more with Ye Xiaohe and the others, or get an autograph?"
Huang Xinyi sighed, her expression somewhat complex:
"Originally, I thought celebrities were high and mighty, glamorous and bright. I should have been thrilled! Excited! Honored to meet my idols!"
"But when I saw my idols openly and covertly fighting for you, vying for your attention, and you showed little interest in them and just walked away, suddenly everything felt dull and meaningless."
"Turns out, celebrities are people too, and they're not exempt from scrambling for petty gains. It's boring, I'm never going to be a fan again!"
The idols she adored were trying their best to please her own student!
What was there left to admire?
It was better to admire her own student!
Huang Xinyi shook her head, quickly dismissing this terrifying thought.
A wise person does not fall in love; stay away from Wang Yi, protect yourself.
But this guy, he's truly outstanding!
Today, Huang Xinyi's eyes were truly opened!
Wang Yi smiled faintly and gave Huang Xinyi a head pat:
"You've grown up, and you've matured."
"???"
Huang Xinyi's mouth twitched:
"What kind of tone is that? An elder's posture?"
"Damn it, Wang Yi, you're taking advantage of me!"
"Don't talk nonsense, I'm not."
Wang Yi waved his hand:
"Come on, it's noon, let's go eat!"
"Okay!"
The two found a barbecue restaurant and feasted.
"You took me to meet celebrities, fulfilling my wish, so I'll treat you today!"
Huang Xinyi said with a smile.
Wang Yi waved his hand:
"You treated last time, it's my turn this time."
"Alright, then I'll treat next time."
After saying this, Huang Xinyi felt a bit regretful, and her face flushed.
If things developed this way, wouldn't they have to go on dates often?
Wang Yi smiled faintly:
"No need for next time, how about tonight?"
"Alright, tonight it is. You decide what you want to eat, I'll satisfy you!"
Huang Xinyi agreed, not wanting to owe a favor.
Unexpectedly, Wang Yi changed the subject:
"Eating out too much isn't healthy, let's have your cooking tonight."
Huang Xinyi: "..."
"Wouldn't that be inappropriate?"
"What's inappropriate about it? You've already agreed! Are you going to be a little puppy who doesn't keep her word?"
"You're the puppy! Fine, I'll go. Hmph!"
Huang Xinyi snorted, sighing inwardly.
'I've been tricked by this guy again!'
But since she had already agreed, there was nothing she could do.
She could only detour to the supermarket, bought seafood and vegetables, and brought Wang Yi back to her home.
A 120-square-meter three-bedroom apartment.
Huang Xinyi began preparing the ingredients, while Wang Yi received a message from Du Tianhua:
"Boss Wang, due to 'Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love' achieving an 80% attendance rate, ranking first, cinemas are significantly increasing its screening schedule!"
Wang Yi smiled faintly.
Just like in his previous life, on the first day of its release, "Thirty-Three Days of Lost Love" exploded at the box office!
(End of this chapter)
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