Starting from Taohuawu, kilometers away

Guo Xiaodong paused for a moment and quickly looked at Li Cheng, because he felt a little guilty. He had been really cruel just now. The bright red handprints on Li Cheng's neck and cheeks were clearly visible.

The moment Li Cheng came out of the scene, he felt a burning sensation on his neck and face, and he took a breath.

"Are you okay, Cheng Cheng?"

The moment Guo Xiaodong saw Li Cheng extending his hand, he walked over briskly.

Li Cheng shook his head slightly and said, "It's okay."

"I'm sorry, Cheng Cheng, my hand is swollen. Let's go to the hospital."

Guo Xiaodong really felt a little guilty.

"No need, Xiaodong brother, this is nothing, it's normal."

Li Cheng is not a pretentious person. Besides, when acting, everyone puts themselves into the emotions of the character. This is also to make the plot fuller and let the audience see the reality, all in order to present a better work.

Zhang Kaizhou also rushed over and shouted, "Where are the medical staff? What are you standing there for?"

The director was really scared. Li Cheng didn't get the role through audition. He was specifically asked to play the role after the project was approved. This was a living hell. If they were not careful, all their time would be wasted.

"You're exaggerating, director. What's the big deal? The rest of the story is about this handprint. Let's continue filming, or I'll take this slap in vain."

Everyone was convinced when they heard Li Cheng's words. He was still joking at this time.

"Cheng Cheng."

When Guo Xiaodong was about to say something, Li Cheng waved his hand and said, "Isn't this normal? It's all for the sake of making the work better. Brother Xiaodong, it's really okay. Just take some medicine after the filming is finished."

Seeing that Li Cheng was not in a hurry, Zhang Kaizhou signaled everyone to take a break and continue filming later.

The later plot involves Yan Ni. She was also shocked when she saw the bright red handprint on Li Cheng's face. However, after hearing Guan Xiaotong and the others' narration, she admired Li Cheng even more. If a young actor nowadays were slapped like this, they would have been furious. She has encountered this too many times.

By the time the subsequent filming was completed, it was already three o'clock in the afternoon.

"Cheng Cheng, you should take a rest for the next two days. Go to the hospital later. Don't hold on now that we have finished filming this segment."

Zhang Kaizhou patted Li Cheng who was drinking water nearby.

"Okay Director Zhang."

Li Cheng didn't expect that the slap was not in vain, and it actually bought him two days of rest.

Guo Xiaodong also came over and said, "Cheng Cheng, give me the receipt when the time comes and I will reimburse you."

"It's okay, brother. Don't keep talking about it. It really didn't hurt. It just looks exaggerated. It's nothing. If you do this again, I will be really angry."

Guo Xiaodong looked at Li Cheng and nodded, patting him on the shoulder. The image of Li Cheng in his mind became even better.

Guan Xiaotong looked at Li Cheng who was about to leave and reminded him, "Cheng Cheng, check your phone later."

"I know, sister-in-law!"

Li Cheng waved and walked out of the crew.

"Brother, does it really not hurt?"

Xiao Wang asked cautiously as soon as he got in the car.

"It will definitely hurt, but it's not that serious. Just apply some medicine and it will be fine."

Li Cheng started looking for safflower oil in the medicine box in the car.

Brother Zhang also handed over the ice water he had prepared long ago and said, "Master."

Li Cheng took a bottle of frozen mineral water and placed it on the swollen area. The moment it came into contact with the water, he felt a sour and refreshing sensation, which had a very strong aftereffect.

"Brother, are we going to the hospital or somewhere else?"

Xiao Wang looked back at Li Cheng who was sitting in the back.

"Didn't Qin Lang send you a message? Let's go directly to the hotel and ask him to tell Sister Lan that I'm over."

"Okay brother."

Li Cheng sat in the back with a grin on his face and picked up his phone. He saw the messages from Guan Xiaotong and Lu Ge, announcing a dinner party at 9pm.

Set
Guo Xiaodong still felt a little guilty, so he returned to the RV and started calling Yang Tianzhen. He felt that he still needed to add something to Li Cheng.

When Fan Chengcheng saw Guo Xiaodong leaving, he immediately guessed where he was going. After all, Yang Tianzhen was a member of his sister's team, and Guo Xiaodong was also an artist under the other team.

Guan Xiaotong looked at Fan Chengcheng with a look of surprise and asked, "Is Li Cheng really okay? I see his face is quite swollen."

Fan Chengcheng waved his hand and said, "It's okay, he won't take it to heart. He just thought Xiaodong was exaggerating. After all, wasn't it like this when filming in the past?"

Guan Xiaotong also nodded, because in the past it was the actors who took part in the incident themselves, but since the beginning of the traffic era, talented actors are really scared. Especially Li Cheng is one of those actors who has his own traffic and acting skills. It is really unfriendly to them to be exposed, but she feels that Li Cheng will definitely not care about it given his personality.

Director Zhang Kaizhou smiled and shook his head when he thought of Li Cheng's determination just now. Nowadays, capital is supporting celebrities, but young people like Li Cheng are getting fewer and fewer. It also depends on whether there are older generation actors in the family. It's not that he has no hardship, but he is really dedicated to his work.
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The afternoon sunshine in Ningbo is like a gentle brush, lightly painting on the busy streets, covering the city with a layer of golden splendor. The sun shines through the gaps in the leaves and falls on the faces of pedestrians, whose smiles become brighter in the interweaving of light and shadow. The shops on the street open their doors to welcome the endless stream of customers, and the vendors carry their loads and shout one after another. The bustle of life is displayed in the most simple way here.

In such a harmonious scene, the park entrance is particularly vibrant. Grandpas and aunts waved fitness balls and fans to the sound of lively music. Their movements were in unison, and their faces were focused and happy. From time to time, they laughed heartily because of the exercise, which was a kind of satisfaction and happiness from the heart. Their grandchildren chased and played beside them, and the childish laughter and the laughter of the elders intertwined to form a warm family picture.

The sun shines on the sweat on the foreheads of the elderly, shining with a different light, reflecting their healthy and rosy faces. Their love for life and pursuit of health make the afternoon sun brighter and warmer. The cafes along the street are also doing a booming business due to this pleasant weather. People sit outdoors, enjoying the aroma of coffee and this rare tranquility.

The afternoon in Ningbo is so peaceful and full of vitality. The happiness of people is written on their faces, which also infects every passerby. Sunshine, laughter, and figures exercising, these simple and pure beauties interpret the true nature of life on the streets of Ningbo, which makes people can't help but be moved.

In the city of Ningbo, hidden behind a grove of green bamboos, there is a private seafood restaurant called "Haiwei Sige". Its appearance is not ostentatious, with only an ancient plaque in front of the door, engraved with a few large gold-painted characters, revealing a low-key luxury. The flickering lights among the swaying bamboo shadows outline a warm and mysterious picture.

When you push the door open, you will see a passage covered with dark red carpets, with tall green plants on both sides, and soft music flowing slowly in the air, creating a quietness that is isolated from the hustle and bustle. The waiters are dressed in neat uniforms and have smiles on their faces. Every guest who comes can feel their just right care and professionalism.

Through the passage, there is an elegantly decorated hall. There is an exquisite crystal chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and the light is reflected on the glass table, which has a faint luster. There are some simple art paintings hanging on the wall, and every detail reveals the taste and care of the owner. The tables and chairs are spaced just right to ensure the privacy of the guests, making each seat like a carefully arranged private area.

On the table, seafood is presented in its freshest form. Fresh seafood caught from the deep sea is cooked by the chef’s skillful hands, retaining the most original flavor of the food. With carefully selected seasonings, each dish is an ultimate temptation to the taste buds.

As the night deepens, the lights in the restaurant gradually become softer, creating a more intimate and comfortable atmosphere. The waiters shuttle between the tables, replacing new tableware for the guests, or gently handing over a hot towel. Every movement is accurate and elegant, silently telling the style and grade of this restaurant.

Here, every guest can experience a noble and private enjoyment, as if they are in an isolated ocean palace, tasting the gifts from the deep sea and feeling the meticulous service. Seafood Private Pavilion is not just a restaurant, but also an intoxicating ocean dream.

"Brother! This way!"

As Li Cheng followed the waiter's instructions and walked inside, he heard Zhao Zhaoyi's voice.

"Oh my god, why is your brother holding a mineral water bottle next to his face?"

Qin Lan on the side was a little puzzled. What were they doing in such a cold weather?

"do not know."

As soon as Zhao Zhaoyi finished speaking, Li Cheng and the other two were already walking towards them. "Sister, sister."

When Li Cheng sat down, he did not let the swollen side face the two women.

But even so, Qin Lan's nephew and Zhao Zhaoyi's assistant had already seen Li Cheng's swollen cheeks.

While Zhao Zhaoyi was ordering food, Qin Lan saw a message on her phone. She didn't want to look at it, but this glance unlocked her phone and she saw the content: Brother Cheng Cheng's face is swollen.

Qin Lan immediately looked at Li Cheng and asked in a low voice: "Cheng Cheng, turn your face around!"

Zhao Zhaoyi was stunned for a moment when she heard this, and raised her head cautiously.

Li Cheng also swallowed his saliva and said, "Sister..."

"hurry up!"

Qin Lan directly interrupted what Li Cheng was about to say.

Li Cheng had no choice but to turn his right cheek away.

"Oh my god, what happened? Why is it so swollen?"

"Yeah, brother, what happened to you? It's so swollen."

Zhao Zhaoyi also gestured with her hands.

"It's okay, it's for work."

Li Cheng waved his hand and turned away. The mineral water in his hand was no longer cool.

"Aren't you filming a movie? I remember it was a period drama, and there were action scenes?"

Qin Lan signaled Zhao Zhaoyi to continue ordering food.

Zhao Zhaoyi obeyed obediently, after all, Reba would be here soon.

Li Cheng told Qin Lan what happened. Qin Lan showed a distressed expression. She stretched out her hand to pinch Li Cheng's chin, turned his head, and said with a tut of her lips: "Can't you use a substitute next time? What if it gets hurt? Your face is so valuable."

Li Cheng slapped Qin Lan's hand away and said speechlessly: "Brother, I am a talented actor! I am not an idol actor! I don't rely on my face to make a living."

Zhao Zhaoyi handed the tablet to the waiter, looked at Li Cheng and said, "Brother, you work too hard."

Before Zhao Zhaoyi could finish, Li Cheng interrupted and said, "I'm not fighting. Besides, this is my job. Why should I feel bad? Sister Lan and the others all went through this."

"That's true."

Qin Lan pouted and nodded. All the actors of her generation had been slapped in the face, especially when boys hit girls, their faces would swell even more. Some girls who had plastic surgery even had their prostheses beaten out.

"what?"

Zhao Zhaoyi was stunned.

"So, sister, you still have to learn. If you can do without a substitute, then don't use one."

Li Cheng raised his eyebrows at Zhao Zhaoyi.

"I know, brother."

Zhao Zhaoyi nodded. She listened to the suggestions of the Beidou Qixing people very much. After all, except her, all the other actors were actors who graduated from professional colleges and were talented.

She turned around and said to the waiter, "Hello, can you get us a bottle of iced mineral water? I want the kind that's ice-cold, with all ice cubes in it."

"Okay ma'am, please wait a moment."

The waiter immediately lowered his head and began to convey the customer's request into the intercom.

"Look, otherwise my sister is very popular."

Qin Lan didn't even notice that the ice cube in the mineral water in Li Cheng's hand had become smaller.

"Well then, whoever marries my sister in the future will really win the lottery."

Li Cheng planned to carefully examine Zhao Zhaoyi's boyfriend in the future and not let his sister jump into the fire pit.

After hearing this, Zhao Zhaoyi did not say anything polite but showed a proud expression. After all, she was the little sun.

"Sorry, sorry, I'm late."

Just as the three of them were chatting and waiting for the food, a familiar voice was heard.

The three of them looked up and found that it was Di Lieba who was walking towards them, panting.

"Hey Baba, slow down, the food isn't served yet."

Qin Lan immediately signaled to Reba to sit down and have a rest.

Li Cheng was also considerate enough to pull out a chair nearby and push it over when Reba sat down.

Reba took the baby off her shoulder and said, "Why haven't you eaten yet? I won't tell you to eat first."

"It doesn't matter if you wait a little longer. Besides, the food hasn't been served yet."

Li Cheng hurried to explain, otherwise Reba would blame herself again.

"What's wrong with your face?"

When Reba came just now, she found Li Cheng holding a mineral water bottle against his face. Although she was sitting on the left side of Li Cheng and couldn't see it, she came from the right side just now.

Before Li Cheng could say anything, Reba, like Qin Lan, pinched Li Cheng's chin and turned his face around to take a better look.

"Oh my god, your skin is so swollen, have you applied any medicine?"

Reba's eyes were also full of heartache. Although the two of them played and joked together normally, as an older sister, she still loved her younger brother very much.

"It was just a scene, nothing serious, it's much better now, it was even more swollen just now."

Qin Lan waved at Reba, signaling her to leave it alone.

"Have you been to the hospital? Let's go to the hospital with you after dinner."

Reba loosened her hands and rolled up her sleeves.

"It's okay. It will be fine in two days. Let's eat first. I'm hungry. We've been shooting for almost a whole day."

Li Cheng couldn't stand it anymore when he saw everyone was there. He was starving to death! (End of this chapter)