Beyond the Limelight with Sterling Qi Chapter 10

"Jesse, come on." Marlow Li patted Sterling Qi on the shoulder, "Just treat the other one as a free gift."

For the first time, Sterling Qi realized what the world of looking at faces meant, and he was speechless.

Vivian Xia, on the other hand, said thoughtfully: "Your accent is completely distorted..."

Marlow Li: ...

Vivian Xia didn't even notice it unless he said it, because he had been dealing with Teacher Meng and the others a lot recently about cooperation, and that Beijing accent was really too brainwashed.

Sterling Qi borrowed Marlow Li's mobile phone and looked at the hot search list and Weibo in the keywords. He was confused.

He can somehow read the news and newspapers without even guessing. The online comments are really like a book. What’s even more frightening is that some people post his photos and call them husband.

Eighty or ninety years ago, there were also actors and actresses. He grew up in the Peking Opera troupe and saw more. But there are people who spend a lot of money, but I have never seen someone who calls me husband. Times are really different.

"By the way, Jesse." Marlow Li finally gave up the treatment and spoke one word at a time about Jesse, "I want to prepare a new show for you, okay?"

Sterling Qi nodded. By digesting the memories in his head and the knowledge he learned from various channels, he gained experience in the TV station this time. Be careful, and your secrets should not be revealed when you participate in the event.

He and Vivian Xia talked very clearly. Vivian Xia would support him in cross talk, but he also had to listen to their suggestions to a certain extent and participate in some programs to maintain his exposure.

Moreover, Sterling Qi has long understood that the industry is in recession now. It is not that the world is as bad as before and the status of artists is low, but that the audience is not as big.

He did not come to the age when crosstalk was most prosperous, but no matter what, he would not give up. This is his connection with this time and space.

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On the other hand, the public also laughed secretly at the higher search ranking of Sterling Qi's coat.

I originally wanted to lament that you had to talk about cross talk when you can rely on your face to make a living. Everyone thought it was a reversal and a slap in the face, but it turned out that the greater impact of that show was Sterling Qi’s appearance that day... Here comes Where is the logic?

Of course, after all, Sterling Qi has changed his mind a lot, but I just feel strange, why was he willing to get a vase script before, or is it really the fault of the editor?

Some media interviewed cross talk professionals, and they all said that this paragraph is very good, especially for "laymen". It's no wonder that Meng Jingyuan can be invited to cooperate.

The public doesn't find it strange. In their minds, Sterling Qi is right to cross the border to talk about cross talk.

The performance was very successful, and it was a shame to wash away the vase. However, with this person looking like this, who would believe that he would continue to be a cross talker? Never thought about it!

Meng Jingyuan and Zeng Wen smiled bitterly when they saw this interview. Meng Jingyuan had tested the reaction of some colleagues before, and they were not interested in Sterling Qi, an unconnected Haiqing. This interview further illustrates the common view of the cross talk community.

---No matter how well Sterling Qi performs, as long as he has no family or mentor, he is still an "amateur".

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The aftermath of the party has not yet been resolved, and internal news has spread.

It was previously reported that the scene where Sterling Qi confronted Rowan was improvised. Many people didn't believe it and thought it should be a script. It can only be said that Sterling Qi's acting skills have also improved.

But this time there was a follow-up revelation, indicating that Sterling Qi and Rowan had a quarrel backstage before taking the stage and almost started a fight, which intensified the conflict between the two. This may be why Sterling Qi chose to make an impromptu insult.

This reason makes sense, and many people believe it.

Some netizens began to seriously discuss who would win if Rowan and Sterling Qi fought.

Some people said that Zhang has teammates, which is basically equivalent to four fighting one. He can definitely win, but it is unfair.

Some people laughed, "You have to say that, Sterling Qi also brought his partner and mother there that day. Why, do you think Teacher Meng is not strong enough in combat?"

This also involves the fact that the band can use drumsticks, guitars, etc. as weapons, while the cross talk side only needs folding fans, handkerchiefs, wake-up wood, etc., which is more disadvantageous...

Entertainment News also enthusiastically reported this breaking news, and Dadi went to Rowan for confirmation, asked him what he thought, and asked him if he still thinks Sterling Qi is good-looking? Ask him who looks better: himself or Sterling Qi? Waiting for a lot of weird questions.

Rowan's psychological shadow is already large enough. If he is willing to be interviewed, he will just leave.

So the reporter came back and wrote that Rowan became angry when he heard Sterling Qi's name, and so on.

Think about it, Sterling Qi's contract is with Pineapple Media. Although Rowan and Rowan are from different backgrounds, they have cooperated a lot with Pineapple, otherwise they would not have met Sterling Qi in Pineapple's building.

Next, everyone will probably look up and see each other again. Will there be a day when the fight will begin sooner or later? Is it really going to be staged where they throw guitars at each other and wake up?

In an instant, Rowan and Sterling Qi were completely portrayed as two people on opposite sides, full of antagonism, as if they were enemies. Not to mention, the people who eat melons are really looking forward to it.

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Rowan was annoyed by reporters, but Sterling Qi was much more relaxed. He was also the central figure in the topic. Vivian Xia had been in the entertainment industry for so many years and his team was very good. Sterling Qi could totally escape and go to Zeng Wen's cross talk garden.

One is that he came here, with the help of Zeng Wen and others, to sort out the tunes of Zi Di Shu and preserve the information of this traditional folk art.

Second, Sterling Qi wanted to find a partner. Marlow Li and the others couldn't help him. What he was looking for was a cross talk partner.

It would be a great thing for a crosstalk artist to have a suitable and excellent regular partner. There is an old saying that finding a good wife is easier than finding a good partner.

Like Zeng Wen and Meng Jingyuan, they are in the same league. Not only are they in the league, they are also popular and famous. Only through tacit cooperation and mutual success can we become famous. This is strength and luck.

Sterling Qi has been single for a long time since his master left. He also really wants to find a permanent partner here, otherwise he can't keep talking alone or improvise.

I borrowed it from Meng Jingyuan once and had to return it to Zeng Wen. It would be most appropriate to find one myself.

There is a saying that those who are close to the water get the moon first. When Sterling Qi was looking for a partner, he started with the actors in Zeng Wen's garden and the disciples of the Meng family.

As a result, Sterling Qi often came to Zeng Wen's cross talk garden, and would chat with various actors about how to work. After all, cross talk, like other things, has been updated over the years.

When he heard "yoooo" at the party before, he didn't know what it meant. I just didn't dare to ask casually for fear of revealing my secret.

It comes and goes a lot, and everyone becomes familiar with it.

Some young actors, especially those who had been slapped in the face by Sterling Qi before--although Sterling Qi himself didn't know--not to mention how well-behaved they were, they consciously respected them very much, just like Senior Brother Qi. . Although I don’t know Sterling Qi’s specific seniority in the cross talk sect, he seems to be about the same age, so I’ll let him know.

Sterling Qi didn't care about seniority with others. After all, if he really wanted to care about him, Liu Quanhai was younger than him... Senior brother is just senior brother.

"It's a lost disciple's book, and it's a lost one-liner, and you only have so many orphans in your mind?" One of Zeng Wen's disciples asked, "Brother, do you have any other unique tricks?"

Everyone looked at Sterling Qi expectantly. They had figured it out these days. Sterling Qi was highly skilled but not very old. He didn't have any airs with them and was easy to get along with.

Sterling Qi looked up to the sky and thought for a while, "Since you asked, I have a piece of Taiping lyrics here that has been lost. Now I can teach it to you. Do you want to learn it?"

When the actors heard it, they thought, oh, have you learned any Taiping lyrics? You must learn it!

Taiping lyrics, a type of music, is included in cross talk and is one of the basic skills of cross talk artists. It evolved from lotus falling and belongs to the word "singing" in "talking, learning and singing".

In the past, when crosstalk artists performed on the street, they used bamboo boards to accompany them and sang peaceful lyrics to attract the audience. The lyrics were usually based on traditional stories. Wait until you attract more people, then start talking about cross talk.

Nowadays, there are hundreds of pieces of old and new repertoire that have been handed down, large and small.

However, the mode is relatively simple, just four sentences repeated, but the words are different.

Uncle Meng's lineage was very good at singing Taiping lyrics. At that time, Mr. Meng often sang on the radio, recorded records, and made up some new passages himself.

Sterling Qi took two bamboo boards as accompaniment, cleared his throat, and started to show off.

---The actors sitting around were a little envious. They were all of the same age, but how could Sterling Qi be so imposing? Could it be hereditary?

Qi waded across the river, buckled the bamboo board, beat the knots and sang, "Wandering around the five mountains and playing in the sea, there is a spiritual realm in the depths of the haze. Crossing the Qingluan, riding the white crane, the individual in Kunlun wakes up alone. The gods of the three realms all asked him to be born with Tao Lihuo Refined..."

Everything he sings is full of charm, not to mention this is his own singing. In the beginning, Taiping's lyrics were four words for speaking and three words for singing. This combination of speaking and singing was followed by several generations of crosstalk artists' innovations, and it became a tactful and ups and downs singing method.

It starts with a throwing tune, followed by a supporting tune or a flowing water board, so the modulation is simple but the charm is not lost. Because Sterling Qi himself has a background in Peking Opera, his singing has a stronger charm.

Let’s talk about this piece of Taiping lyrics. The lyrics were originally compiled by Sterling Qi’s master. It tells a story in “The Legend of the Gods”, that is, the part where Lord Lu Ya Dao surrendered to Zhao Gongming, so it was named “Jue Gongming”.

This can be regarded as a unique aria, but Sterling Qi did not mention this, only stating that it was lost.

Just as he was singing, Sterling Qi noticed that the other actors opened their mouths and started singing along with him!

"The dragon cuts two points to defeat the heroes, and Lu's pressure is so clear."

"First fight Yu Yuan to break the fierce formation, and kill the immortal with a flying knife for no reason."

Just four lines of harmony got louder and louder, becoming a chorus.

Sterling Qi couldn't help but stop, and said with some astonishment: "Why do you know this?"

Everyone looked at each other and burst into laughter.

"How fresh, isn't this part "Lu Ya Jue Gong Ming"?" The actor who first asked him said, "Brother, please ask, Mr. Meng sang this part on the radio station just after the founding of New China. Not only can I do it, but my grandfather can do it too."

Sterling Qi: ...

With such a famous aria, even if you are overseas, you will know about it even if you pay a little attention to this industry.

Everyone thought Sterling Qi was joking with them. As a crosstalk actor, he always liked to be playful wherever he went, so he simply made a few jokes and dispersed laughing.

Sterling Qi was a little dazed where he was. Logically speaking, only the people in his sect knew about this section. He thought it would have been lost after his death, knowing that so many people would know it.

After thinking about it carefully, Taiping's lyrics and tunes were simple. He performed everywhere and traveled to many places. It was hard to guarantee that someone had learned it and then carried it forward.

Sterling Qi thought about this section and couldn't help but smile. He found it interesting. Not only are the jokes from 80 years ago still spoken by people today, but his own lyrics from 80 years ago are now known by everyone.

Time is really amazing.

At this moment, Sterling Qi's cell phone rang. When he saw it, it was Marlow Li. He quickly put down his emotion and answered the phone, "Uncle Jing?"

"Are you in Teacher Zeng's garden?" Marlow Li said while typing on the computer, "That's it. Strawberry Channel has a program that is recording its third season. I contacted them and wanted to pick it up for you. I'll give it to you first. Tell me.

"This program is called "Returning to the Garden and Living in the Fields". It just invites several groups of guests to live in small towns or villages. It's not difficult. Just go and work diligently and try to create a more serious image."

Marlow Li felt that children like Sterling Qi would inevitably make some jokes. The program team also felt that this was one of the key points of laughter. It was both fun and reflected growth and attitude.

Marlow Li had already said hello to Sterling Qi about accepting the show. He had already been mentally prepared. Marlow Li also helped him get the opportunity to perform cross talk at the party. Of course, he had to reciprocate the favor.

But Sterling Qi was a little surprised: "Just live your life and work?"

He thought he knew a lot about the entertainment industry in New Time and Space, but he didn't know there was such a thing.

Marlow Li misunderstood what he meant, coughed, and said, "That's right...I was just about to talk to you about this issue..."

Sterling Qi: "What?"

Marlow Li: "An acquaintance told me that if you agree, the Guanshan band may be invited there. You know, it's just for gimmicks. Recently, the matter between you and Rowan has been discussed by many people."

That's it. Sterling Qi said nonchalantly: "I can do it."

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As soon as the news came out that Sterling Qi was one of the invited guests in "Returning to the Garden and Living in the Fields", a flurry of discussion broke out on the official blog, and it was likely to spread.

Very good, very good. This is the star route that everyone is familiar with. Sterling Qi has been pampered since he was a child. It is very different from this kind of show, and it is still interesting.

Because of the Mid-Autumn Festival Gala, everyone's impression of him has just changed. After "Returning to the Garden and Living in the Fields", will he improve to a higher level, or will his reputation fail?

More importantly, judging from the cases in the first two seasons of the show, some guests even had to sleep in the same bed due to constraints.

So, who will be living together with Sterling Qi! Will I be lucky enough to sleep in the same bed?

Even some media accounts couldn't help but think about it, including Aite Vivian Xia, who asked her what kind of person she thought her son would be suitable to record such a program with.

At this time, Rowan came out and said quietly:

"How about choosing a Concub!ne here?"