I'm not just a director

On the 29th of the twelfth lunar month, New Year’s Eve was approaching, and the village was bustling with activity.

Men and women who had gone out to work for a year returned to the village where they had grown up for decades.

Students also had winter vacation, and occasionally there were a few young people dressed in "fashionable" clothes.

During the cold weather, they wore jeans and long hair and stood smoking in the cold wind.

Although there was a strong wind, they seemed not to be afraid of the cold. They smoked half a cigarette and half a cigarette in the wind, and occasionally shook the bangs in front of their foreheads.

Occasionally, a few girls wearing big cotton-padded jackets would walk past them with their heads lowered, and they would whistle and tease them.

"Liu Jialing, why don't you go to school? Why don't you go out to work with your brother and eat well and drink hot food? Going to school is too boring."

"Xu Meifeng, my old squad leader, is still in the medical school? It's boring. Going to the Shencheng Electronics Factory is more interesting. You can make money and gain knowledge."

"Xu Jiayuan, you're a nerd, you're stupid in reading, weren't you awesome in junior high school? You didn't ask me to copy your homework, why are you pretending that you don't recognize me now?"

Most of the young people in Jiangtai Town have finished junior high school. Those who cannot pass the high school exam choose to go to the city to work with their fellow villagers or elders at home.

There are many types of part-time jobs, including those who go to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou to set up stalls and buy things, some who go south to Guangzhou and Shenzhen to work in electronics factories, and some who go to Shanghai or nearby Jiangsu Province to work on construction sites.

Generally speaking, this group of people dropped out of school early, and when they saw their classmates who were studying, they would more or less make fun of them.

It seems that every young man who comes back from work will light up a cigarette when he sees his former classmates, pretending to be cool and shivering in the cold wind...

The folk tune art troupe's gatherings are held in the staff canteen of the headquarters. After several years of development, the folk tune art troupe has more than 150 artists.

Most of these people were from northern Anhui, Lu, and Henan provinces, and the rest were scattered across the country.

In their eyes, Jiangtai Town seems to be the second hometown for the development of folk arts, and has become the third largest "holy land of folk arts" after Beijing, Tianjin and the three eastern provinces.

Because the Chinese New Year will be celebrated the next day and the "Spring Festival Gala" will be performed on stage, there are a lot of people gathering for dinner today. The artists bring their families with them, and there are more than 300 people.

Fortunately, the space at the headquarters is large enough to accommodate more than 300 people at the same time.

The cafeteria was bustling with people at noon. Unlike Xinghuo in the capital, the artists in the art troupe were all older. They had traveled around the world before coming to the art troupe and were well-informed.

Of course, there are occasionally some young people who perform well.

"That one is Liu Shangmei, who sings in Henan Opera. She has a very good singing voice. She is an artist trained by her master. Later, we met them when we performed in Xinshi and joined our art troupe. The art troupe is filming a folk art film and television drama. , she was listed as one of the alternate heroines.”

"The fat, cheerful-looking strong man is named Zhang Meng. He is from the three eastern provinces. He has a very good image, and the two of them sang well. Mainly because of his size and appearance, he is very lovable. Every time he performs, Nowadays, those uncles and aunties really miss him."

"And Tianjin Allegro Li Changlong..."

Wang Xingxing sat next to Jiang Peian and introduced the new artists to him.

Jiang Peian nodded and said:

"They all look pretty good. When you choose to sign an artist, you should pay attention to one thing..."

Speaking of this, Jiang Peian said solemnly:
"Artists must have artistic ethics, followed by their own skills. Art cannot be established without success, and character is the most important thing."

The folk art troupe is developing at a rapid pace, with the most rapid momentum in the past two years, and it has become a behemoth that dominates the country.

If you are not careful, or if there is just one piece of negative news, it is very likely that the boat will capsize.

Jiang Peian didn't want to be pointed at and scolded, or suffer any irreparable negative consequences.

“Don’t worry, we have our own review process for selecting these artists.

And we don’t sign a contract with them right away. Each artist must stay with us for at least half a year, and only after their character and ability have passed the test will they be recruited into the company. "

Hearing this, Jiang Peian nodded and said:
"You just have to figure out the size of this."

While Jiang Pei'an was observing these new artists, some young people were also secretly peeking at him.

"That's our big boss, Director Jiang? He looks much younger than on TV. He's so handsome."

"Aren't you a nymphomaniac again? Shangmei, work hard and perform well in that opera and TV series, and try to sit next to Director Jiang at the annual meeting next year."

"Haha, I'm not that lucky. I'd better follow the master and perform well on stage."

"Yes, it's all fate. Director Jiang is similar in age to us, but he is already a famous big shot. We are still on stage to perform under the protection of our master."

"Stop comparing, the most important thing is to do your own thing."

Several young people were talking with smiles, and Jiang Pei'an obviously noticed those young people.

Among them was the young girl named Liu Shangmei.

"She has good looks and figure. She looks like a future girl group. She is a good talent for studying drama."

Jiang Pei'an thought to himself.

"Pei'an, it's your turn to take the stage."

Wang Xingxing touched Jiang Peian with his hand and reminded him.

"it is good."

Jiang Peian walked onto the stage, and more than 300 pairs of eyes in the audience immediately looked over.

"Hello everyone, I am Jiang Pei'an. Thank you for your hard work this year."

Jiang Peian came on stage, cleared his throat, and spoke slowly while holding the microphone.

The people in the audience immediately applauded, including Jiang Pei'an's fans, and shouted Jiang Pei'an's name loudly.

"Haha, some of the people present are old people who have experienced ups and downs with our folk tune art troupe, and there are also teachers who have just joined.

Whether you are an old person or a newcomer, I hope you will have a good experience in the art troupe. On behalf of the art troupe, I welcome you to join.

Tomorrow is New Year's Eve, and to be honest, I can't bear to call everyone here today..."

Jiang Pei'an's speech was about ten minutes long. His speech on stage was actually a reassurance for everyone.

The decline of folk art is what artists have felt most deeply in recent years.

If they all rely on their daily performances to earn a living, they will at most be making some New Year's money on the second day of the year.

Moreover, he was running all over the country, which was very embarrassing.

The most important thing is that the money earned is not stable, and the artists are afraid that they will lose their jobs one day.

The advantage of joining an art troupe is that you don't have to run flyers by yourself. The art troupe is organized and has a fixed income, so you don't have to worry about being in danger.

More importantly, Jiang Peian is supporting the art troupe.

As a top director in the country, he has a lot of connections and resources, so he doesn't worry about running out of films...

"Everyone has good food and drinks. You can relax today and have another hard day tomorrow."

After speaking, Jiang Peian bowed to the audience and walked down.

After Jiang Peian stepped down, the cafeteria became even more lively.

The team building continued until the end at two o'clock in the afternoon. After everyone had eaten and drank, Wang Xingxing led two men and one woman over.

"Director Jiang, this is the director of our provincial station, Wang Jianshu, this is the host Ma Ying, and the host Luo Bing.

Director Wang has been helping with rehearsals in the village these days, but you have been too busy these days and have not seen you.These two have just arrived from the provincial station to host tomorrow night's program, and there are also two hosts from the city station. They have rehearsed several times and have gone back first and will come back tomorrow. "

Wang Xingxing introduced to Jiang Peian.

Jiang Peian couldn't help but smile when he saw the two hosts.

Viewers in Xin'an Province should be very familiar with these two. In the near future, these two will be almost indispensable hosts of Xin'an Satellite TV.

"Hello Director Jiang, I am Wang Jianshu, the director of Provincial Television."

"Hello, Director Jiang, I am the host Ma Ying."

"I am Luo Bing."

Jiang Peian shook hands with the three of them and said with a smile:
"Thank you for your hard work, you three. Tomorrow is New Year's Eve, so why bother you and your team to come over."

"Haha, Director Jiang is so polite. Even if you don't come to us, we will still go out on location tomorrow, and Jiangtai Town attaches great importance to the program. We are also honored to participate in this grand event."

Director Wang Jianshu said with a smile.

Ma Ying smiled and said:
"Director Jiang, what you said is beyond the pale. We are all our own people, and our province and Taiwan will spare no effort to support you.

Like last time, didn't you also play "Star You" on our station?

Thanks to you, all I can think about now is Professor Jiang. I want to find an alien boyfriend immediately and fall in love. I have no intention of working at all, haha. "

Therefore, when a group of men are talking, there must be a woman in the middle to mediate the atmosphere.

If Wang Jianshu was just chatting at work, then Ma Ying's words would bring the relationship between the two parties closer.

Jiang Pei'an smiled and said:
"Teacher Ma's words are serious. It should be because the provincial station spared no effort to support me as a fellow countryman, otherwise they would not have paid such a high price to buy my TV series. As for what Teacher Ma said about finding a boyfriend, I don't think it is reliable at all. Spectrum..."

After hearing Jiang Pei'an's words, the three of them all looked towards him. Jiang Pei'an continued:

"For a beauty like you, there must be countless handsome guys who want to be your boyfriend, but you have too high standards and want to find a handsome alien guy."

"Hahaha, Director Jiang, you are full of witty words. It is really funny."

Several people laughed.

"Three of you, our place is a little shabby, the hospitality is not good, and the hospitality is not good."

After laughing, Jiang Peian said apologetically.

"You're welcome. By the way, I came here to review some procedures with you. In fact, we have rehearsed several times. Basically, there are no surprises. It's just these points that need to be paid attention to tomorrow night..."

It was already five o'clock in the afternoon after checking the process, and Jiang Peian had dinner with Director Wang and the two hosts.

The next day, New Year’s Eve.

The "Spring Festival Gala" is scheduled to start at eight o'clock in the evening, and the folk art troupe has already started setting up the venue in the morning.

Based on last year's success, this year's Spring Festival Gala is very large in scale and much more rigorous and formal.

"Village Evening Performance by Folk Art Troupe"

When the banner was pulled up, the feeling of the New Year seemed to reach its peak.

"Village Gala, Spring Festival Gala, hahaha, this is a perfect homophone."

"What a homophony, you can't tell the difference at first glance, but the name is really nice. Director Jiang is indeed a famous young director in our country, and he is very talented."

Wang Xingxing, Qi Yuefei, and Jiang Pei'an stood in front of the banner of the village party, and they joked in front of Jiang Pei'an like they were playing tricks.

"Okay, you two, Lao Qi, have you brought your sister-in-law and the children over?"

Jiang Peian looked at Qi Yuefei with a smile.

"They all took it over. When they heard that they were celebrating the New Year in the village, the little ones were very happy."

Qi Yuefei said with a smile.

Jiang Peian nodded. Originally, he wanted to ask another sister-in-law, but due to the presence of Wang Xingxing, he did not ask.

"Okay, you both go back to celebrate the New Year. Come over early in the afternoon."

Jiang Peian said to the two of them.

The general process of Chinese New Year in northern Anhui is that the whole family has a good meal at noon.

It's a bit similar to the "New Year's Eve dinner" in the south. In the evening, the family eats dumplings together and sets off firecrackers and fireworks.

At noon, a large table of people came to the house. There were five Jiang brothers and sisters, plus their own children. The family of more than ten people was very lively.

"Mom, didn't my Anzi's girlfriend come this year?"

My sister-in-law looked at her grandma and asked.

"You said Yuanyuan, she was too busy filming and didn't have time to celebrate the New Year. She called me and said she would come to see me after the New Year. She bought a lot of things in the house. This kid spent a lot of money."

Grandma said with a smile.

My sister-in-law smiled and said:
"Mom, that's what you said, but you may be feeling happy in your heart. Your eldest son and grandson's daughter-in-law bought something, aren't you happy?"

"I'm happy, of course I'm happy. If Anzi gets married this year and gives me a great-grandchild next year, I'll be even happier!"

Grandma looked at Jiang Peian and said.

Jiang Pei'an said helplessly:

"Grandma, we are both public figures. We usually don't want the outside world to know when we are in love. We are also getting married and having a baby. Let's wait."

Grandma became anxious when she heard this and said quickly:

"Celebrities are human beings too. Is it illegal or a crime for celebrities to get married? Your thoughts are very dangerous."

Upon hearing that the old lady was anxious, the whole family quickly advised:
"Anzi is still young, so there is no rush to get married."

"Mom, they are not very old, why are they getting married so early?"

"It's already pretty good. I saw on the news two days ago that Anzi announced that she has a girlfriend and that she will get married soon."

The whole family wanted to talk about it, but the old lady didn't mention it.

After dinner, the old lady started handing out New Year's money in advance because she was going to watch the village show in the evening.

"Anzi, this is yours. Get married as soon as possible. This is grandma's only thought now."

Grandma took out a red envelope from her pocket and said.

"Grandma, how old am I? I don't need the new year's money, just give it to Pei Jian and them."

Grandma said with a sullen face:
"You are a hundred years old, and you are still a child in front of grandma. When you get married, I will not give you any new year's money. If you get married this year, I will take it back now."

Jiang Pei'an had a headache when he heard about the marriage. He quickly took the New Year's money and said with a smile:
"Thank you grandma."

After taking a break at home at noon, Jiang Pei'an rushed to the village party at three o'clock in the afternoon to participate in the rehearsal.

Until 07:30 in the afternoon, half an hour before the village evening starts... (End of this chapter)