Chapter 179 Rich and Willful

Xiao Qingfeng didn't pay much attention to the online buzz because he was focused on the physical release event.

Halfway through his nationwide book signing tour, Xiao Qingfeng returned to Beijing because "Chinese Paladin" was about to premiere.

In the preview released by CCTV, netizens discovered a shocking secret: Xiao Qingfeng is not only the sole investor in this TV series, but also the screenwriter, costume and prop supervisor, executive director, and producer.

When netizens learned that Xiao Qingfeng was handling multiple roles in the production of the TV series "Chinese Paladin," they were immediately abuzz with excitement.

As soon as the news broke, Xiao Qingfeng's comment section became incredibly lively.

"My God! Xiao Qingfeng is amazing! He holds multiple positions all by himself. He must be incredibly talented. I can hardly believe it."

"What kind of amazing operation is this? Screenwriter, costume and prop director, executive director and producer, Xiao Qingfeng is going to carry the whole show by himself. My expectations are at the top."

"This is incredible! The Legend of Sword and Fairy is sure to be amazing. With such an all-around talent like Xiao Qingfeng overseeing it, I have to watch it."

"My whole family is shocked. Is Xiao Qingfeng about to usher in a new era in the film and television industry? He's done so much important work all by himself. Amazing!"

"It's so exciting! Xiao Qingfeng is a real gem. I wonder how many surprises this drama will bring us. I can't wait for it to premiere."

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Yu Xie sneered when he saw the news on CCTV about the premiere of "Chinese Paladin".

Yu Xie is now a controversial producer and screenwriter in the entertainment industry. Previously, he only produced a few hit dramas and made many newcomers famous, such as Luo Qingchuan and Wu Yanxi, who are currently at the height of their popularity.

However, due to the plagiarism scandal that broke a few years ago, and the fact that they refused to apologize even after it was confirmed, they have been heavily criticized in recent years.

When he saw Xiao Qingfeng serving as producer and executive director, he let out a series of cold laughs.

A singer switching careers to become a director, when the film and television industry is such that anyone, no matter who they are, can get a piece of the pie—it's ridiculous.

Therefore, he immediately concluded that the "Chinese Paladin" series, a collaboration between Xiao Qingfeng and Hanren Film & Television, was absolutely doomed to fail.

At this time, CCTV conducted an exclusive interview with Xiao Qingfeng about his involvement in the film and television industry.

Xiao Qingfeng's CCTV Interview: Crossing Over to Film and Television, Pursuing the Dream of Immortality

Inside the spacious and brightly lit studio of CCTV, the lights were dazzling, and the atmosphere was both solemn and enthusiastic.

"Today, we welcome a rising star from a diverse background – Xiao Qingfeng. He has achieved remarkable success in the music industry as a singer, and now he is boldly crossing over into multiple fields, taking on several roles in the production of the TV series 'Chinese Paladin.' This exclusive interview with CCTV will reveal the story behind this legendary figure to the audience."

The host walked gracefully onto the stage with a smile, dressed in a well-fitting business suit, exuding extraordinary poise.

"Hello, viewers! Welcome to this CCTV interview. Today, we are very honored to have Mr. Xiao Qingfeng, who has been receiving a lot of attention recently. Mr. Xiao, welcome!"

Xiao Qingfeng smiled and waved to the audience. He was dressed in simple yet stylish clothes, exuding a refined and elegant temperament.

"Hello, host, hello, viewers. I'm very happy to be here to communicate with you all."

Host: "Mr. Xiao, we all know that you have achieved remarkable success in the music field. What made you decide to cross over and devote yourself to the film and television industry?"

Xiao Qingfeng pondered for a moment and said, "Actually, I've always had a strong interest in film and television. The story of 'Chinese Paladin' deeply moved me. It has rich emotions, a wonderful plot, and profound themes. I think it's a work that's very worthwhile to present to the audience, so I decided to take this step bravely and try to cross over to bring this wonderful story to the screen."

Host: "You took on multiple roles in this TV series, including sole investor, screenwriter, costume and prop supervisor, executive director, and producer. This is a very bold attempt. How did you manage to take on so many important roles at the same time?"

Xiao Qingfeng: "Can I tell the truth?"

When Xiao Qingfeng said this, the host was stunned for a moment, and the netizens watching the live broadcast were also stunned for a moment.

However, the host reacted quickly and immediately laughed, "Of course we have to tell the truth!"

Xiao Qingfeng nodded and said seriously, "Because, money talks!"

Upon hearing this, the host was stunned again. The key was that she couldn't mention Xiao Qingfeng's Versailles, because Xiao Qingfeng's expression and tone were extremely serious.

Moreover, Xiao Qingfeng's words were not simply a matter of showing off or being willful; he genuinely possessed the ability to say so.

After all, even excluding previous revenue, the revenue from physical discs alone easily exceeds five billion, so the statement "rich and willful" is not arrogance, but rather humility.

After a few seconds of stunned silence, the host quickly composed himself and said with a smile, "Mr. Xiao, your candor is truly surprising."

A hint of surprise and admiration flashed in her eyes—surprised by Xiao Qingfeng's straightforward answer, and admiring his courage and confidence.

At this moment, the viewers in the live stream also went wild.

"Haha, Xiao Qingfeng is too honest, but he certainly has the capital to be Versailles."

"That's an amazing answer. The world of the rich is truly different."

"Damn it, Xiao thief, you've really gone all out with your act, you're despicable!"

"Although it's very Versailles-like, I have to say that having the ability means you can be capricious."

"Xiao Qingfeng is saying the most arrogant things in the most ordinary tone."

"The most deadly form of showing off is the one that comes from nowhere!"

The host continued, "Mr. Xiao, besides financial support, you must have put in a lot of other efforts while juggling so many roles, right?"

Xiao Qingfeng nodded slightly and said, "That's right. Funding did provide the foundation for this project, but in practice, it relies more on the team's collaboration and my own passion and dedication to this work. Each role has its unique challenges, and I need to continuously learn and explore, communicate closely with team members, and work together to create an excellent work."

Host: "During this process, were there any particularly memorable experiences or difficulties?"

Xiao Qingfeng was lost in his memories and slowly said, "There must have been many difficulties. For example, in the design of costumes, props and sets, to restore the beauty and fantasy of the Xianxia world, we need to spend a lot of time and energy to find inspiration and select materials."

“During the directing process, our chief director Li Guonong played a key role. He had a clear understanding of how to guide the actors to better interpret their roles.”

Host: "Regarding those who question your ability to cross over into different fields, is there anything you'd like to say now?"

Xiao Qingfeng's gaze was firm as he said, "I understand everyone's doubts, but I will let my work speak for itself. I believe that as long as we put our hearts into it, we will definitely let the audience see our efforts and sincerity."

In the live stream, netizens' attitudes gradually changed.

"Xiao Qingfeng is right. Letting your work speak for itself is the most powerful response."

"I'm starting to look forward to 'The Legend of Sword and Fairy'. I hope to see something different and exciting."

"It seems that Xiao Qingfeng really put his heart into making this drama, which has raised my expectations."

Host: "What was the biggest difficulty you encountered during the production process, and how did you overcome it?"

Xiao Qingfeng: "The biggest challenges are probably the time pressure and resource coordination. After all, this is a huge project that requires a lot of time and energy. But my team and I have always maintained a high level of enthusiasm and focus. We have been constantly adjusting our plans, optimizing resource allocation, and striving to overcome every difficulty. At the same time, we have also received a lot of support and help, which has given us more confidence to complete this project."

Host: "We know that 'Chinese Paladin' is a highly anticipated TV series. What are your expectations for this series?"

Xiao Qingfeng: "I hope this drama can become a classic, allowing the audience to feel the charm of the fantasy world and the power of emotions. I hope it can bring everyone joy, emotion, and reflection, so that while appreciating the plot, everyone can also gain some inspiration from it."

Host: "What do you think is the biggest highlight of this drama?"

Xiao Qingfeng: "I think the biggest highlight of this drama is its plot and characters. 'Chinese Paladin' has a very exciting story, full of suspense, emotion and adventure. The characters in the drama are vivid, and they have their own dreams, pursuits and emotions. I believe that the audience will definitely be attracted by these characters and experience those wonderful stories with them."

Host: "Did you have any special considerations when it came to casting?"

Xiao Qingfeng: "In terms of casting, we pay great attention to the actors' acting skills and temperament. We hope to find actors who are most suitable for the roles so that they can truly immerse themselves in the characters. At the same time, we also value the actors' teamwork spirit, because a good work requires everyone's joint efforts to complete."

Host: "What are your plans for future development in the film and television industry?"

Xiao Qingfeng: "In the future, I hope to continue exploring and developing in the film and television industry. I hope to produce more excellent works and bring more excitement to the audience. At the same time, I also hope to cooperate with more outstanding talents to jointly promote the development of the film and television industry."

Host: "Finally, what are your expectations for the show's performance?"

Xiao Qingfeng: "Of course I hope this drama will achieve good results, but I value the audience's feedback even more. I hope the audience will like this drama and have a wonderful experience from it. If this drama can be recognized by everyone, that will be my greatest success."

Host: "Thank you so much, Mr. Xiao, for joining us on our program today and sharing so many wonderful stories with us. Here, I also wish 'The Legend of Sword and Fairy' a complete success."

Xiao Qingfeng: "Thank you, host, and thank you all for your support and attention. I believe that 'Chinese Paladin' will definitely not disappoint you."

As the interview concluded, the audience was filled with anticipation for Xiao Qingfeng and his "Chinese Paladin".

Yu Xie was disdainful when he saw that so many people had made reservations to support Xiao Qingfeng.

Riding on the momentum of the nationwide physical book signing event, coupled with a last-minute special interview by CCTV, the popularity of "Chinese Paladin" was instantly propelled to the top of the trending searches, even dominating the charts.

Finally, the day of the premiere of "Chinese Paladin" arrived.

Xiao Qingfeng posted a message on Weibo in the early hours of the morning: "The Legend of Sword and Fairy will be released tonight. Are you ready?"

Meanwhile, Yu Xie was also awake and happened to see Xiao Qingfeng's updates.

He then posted a message on his Weibo account: "Netizens shouldn't have too high expectations. After all, every industry is like a mountain, and not everyone can make a living in the film and television industry."

Normally, netizens wouldn't connect Yu Xie and Xiao Qingfeng, but Xiao Qingfeng's post was published at 00:01, while Yu Xie's Weibo post was published at 00:03, less than two minutes apart.

This is a series of statements that suggest a trade is like a mountain, that one shouldn't have too high expectations, and that not everyone can make a living in the film and television industry. The implications are far too obvious.

This generation of netizens isn't stupid; they're all educated people. They immediately understood that Yu Xie was attacking Xiao Qingfeng.

Although it was the early hours of the morning, their Weibo posts immediately went viral across the internet.

"Xiao Qingfeng and Yu Xie are really going at it. This is going to be interesting."

"Yu Xie is so sour. He has a dark past and yet he questions others."

"Support Xiao Qingfeng! You can tell from the interview that he has put a lot of effort into 'The Legend of Sword and Fairy', and he will definitely not let us down."

Some netizens left messages under Xiao Qingfeng's Weibo post: "Xiao Dada, we are ready! Looking forward to 'Chinese Paladin' and using our strength to slap those who doubt us in the face."

"No matter what others say, we believe in you. Go Xiao Qingfeng!"

"I can't wait to watch the show, it's going to be amazing."

Yu Xie's Weibo post was met with a barrage of questions.

"Yu Laoliu, what right do you have to criticize others? You plagiarized and haven't even apologized."

"Stop being so sour here, solve your own problems first."

"I don't think Xiao Qingfeng will succeed in crossing over into this field."

Within three hours, articles with various titles appeared online. Keep in mind that it was past 2 a.m., which shows how popular Xiao Qingfeng was.

In this online storm, netizens have expressed a variety of attitudes.

Some people firmly stand with Xiao Qingfeng, believing that he has the talent, ability, and funds to create an excellent work.

They expressed dissatisfaction with Yu Xie's questioning, believing that Yu Xie was jealous of Xiao Qingfeng's success.

Another group of people are taking a wait-and-see attitude. They are both looking forward to the surprises that "Chinese Paladin" will bring and worried that Xiao Qingfeng's crossover will fail.

Of course, although screenwriters and directors in the film and television industry usually dislike Yu Laoliu, this time they are surprisingly hoping that Yu Xie can give Xiao Qingfeng a hard time.

After all, everyone has witnessed how terrible Xiao Qingfeng is. The music industry has been thrown into turmoil because of him, and many singers have not received any gigs for half a year.

Occasionally, a few singers release new songs, but without exception, they are all compared to Xiao Qingfeng's songs. As a result, all of them are criticized harshly, and many singers even become withdrawn because of this.

If Xiao Qingfeng achieves another great success in the television drama industry this time, wouldn't that be a slap in their face?

Therefore, at this moment, countless professional directors and screenwriters are very afraid that Xiao Qingfeng's crossover work will achieve good results, otherwise they will be criticized to the point of being completely torn apart, just like some singers in the music industry.

However, after posting on Weibo, Xiao Qingfeng turned off his phone and went to sleep, unaware of what was happening online.

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