Curly Hair was furious that an unfamiliar creature had appeared on his turf. When he had been at Dongshan Farm in Muzhou, he had eaten any voles, hares, or other large wild animals that entered the farm. Now, seeing an unfamiliar creature on his turf, he was displeased.
Although the one in the water tank looked similar to the hares he had eaten before, the scent it exuded was indeed unfamiliar.
However, Curly Hair's IQ was higher than that of normal animals, so he was testing Fang Zhao's attitude. As long as Fang Zhao said he could eat it, he would not hold back.
"You can't eat it."
Fang Zhao's words dispelled Curly Hair's thoughts.
Fang Zhao did not think much of the Muzhou sheep-herding competition's ban on foreign dogs. In fact, even if the rules had not been changed this year, Fang Zhao had no intention of letting Curly Hair participate.
There was no point.
Curly Hair's IQ was constantly rising, and he had secrets. He could not be compared to normal dogs. The first year of Muzhou's sheep-herding competition was a last resort. The second year was fun, but there was no need to participate in the third year. It was like an adult participating in a competition for children. Was he not embarrassed?
He was already in the limelight, so he had to retreat. If he continued to stay in Muzhou, he would only become a target for more people, and he might expose even more secrets. It just so happened that Muzhou had changed the rules this time, so Fang Zhao took the opportunity to bring Curly Hair back.
Fang Zhao patted Curly Hair and said, "Let's go take a look at your new kennel."
The previous kennel at home had been a gift from an advertiser during a commercial shoot, but Curly Hair had torn it up. After that, he had sent it to Muzhou and had not bought a new kennel. After returning, Fang Zhao had ordered a kennel made in Muzhou using natural materials. It was the same model as the one he had slept in at Dongshan Farm.
This time, he did not tear it up.
Back in the study, Fang Zhao received a call from Duan Qianji. She first asked about Fang Zhao's preparations for his performance and then told him about his upcoming assignments.
"Don't forget about the two interview programs I told you about. One is Prairie Fire, and the other is Star of Tomorrow. They are both interviews. You should prepare more and increase your popularity while it's hot. It'll be good for your performance," Duan Qianji said.
"Prairie Fire," which had a rather high presence in the Yanzhou entertainment circle, had a very good relationship with Silver Wing over the past year and did not report too much negative news about Silver Wing celebrities. Probably because Silver Wing had the momentum to overtake the other two, Silver Wing celebrities' interviews had been arranged in advance. As long as Silver Wing gave them a heads up, even if it was some private questions, they would be notified ahead of time. They would not suddenly slam the interviewee in the middle of a program.
However, the Prairie Fire interview was not the main point. What Duan Qianji valued was the Star of Tomorrow interview program.
Most of the people interviewed by "Star of Tomorrow" were young people under the age of 30, and statistics proved that more than 80% of those who had won the Galaxy Supernova Award had appeared on "Star of Tomorrow".
In other words, the people invited by Star of Tomorrow were all people that they had their eyes on and that they believed had the potential to win the Galaxy Supernova Award. Inviting Fang Zhao meant that Fang Zhao had the ability to compete for the Galaxy Supernova Award!
For Silver Wing, this was a rather good publicity opportunity.
Furthermore, the headquarters of "Star of Tomorrow" was not in Yanzhou but in Huangzhou. It was a program that was broadcast globally. There were both live and recorded broadcasts. Most of the time, they would choose a live broadcast.
"This time, the program team hopes to conduct a live interview. We have not replied yet and are waiting for your decision, "Duan Qianji said.
"Then let's do a live broadcast." Fang Zhao also knew which option would have more impact and was prepared to be asked some tough questions.
Audiences were not stupid. After watching so many recorded programs, they all felt that recorded programs would filter out some crucial information, so audiences were inclined towards a live broadcast. Even if the program lasted a little longer and there were breaks in the middle for a longer commercial break, they were willing to wait.
An hour later, Duan Qianji brought news.
"I have spoken to them. They want to choose your study as the venue. They mean that generally, study rooms, studios, and other places that are more private, formal, and serious are the most suitable for a live broadcast. If you think it is possible, you can prepare first. "
What Duan Qianji meant was for Fang Zhao to put away the items that could not be seen in the live broadcast venue and bring out the trophies, medals, and other souvenirs that could be flaunted as the background so that it would be easier to flaunt.
"Arrange for 'Star of Tomorrow' first. Also, during the live interview, don't forget to mention the performance," Duan Qianji reminded him.
Fang Zhao was signed to Silver Wing as a composer. He could do everything else on his own, but he still had to discuss the performance with Silver Wing. However, Fang Zhao had already spoken to Duan Qianji about this matter. The operations team had suggested that they take advantage of the fact that the popularity had not subsided to announce the performance and pre-sell the tickets.
Fang Zhao's performance was scheduled for August. Although it was only April now, after three or four months, with the impact of all kinds of news, who would still remember Fang Zhao? The internet and the entertainment circles were forgetful. Who knew if there would still be a place for Fang Zhao when the time came?
Therefore, they had to first mention the performance and pre-sell the tickets in advance so that when the time came, people's curiosity would subside and they would not buy it.
That night, the "Star of Tomorrow" program team and Silver Wing officially released news that Fang Zhao had been invited to participate in "Star of Tomorrow" and gave a specific time.
"'Star of Tomorrow'? You mean the talk show where it's said that all the contestants invited are capable of competing for the Supernova Award? "
"Fighting for a Supernova Award in the arts category, but does Fang Zhao have the ability? I feel that his work is just so-so. It's not as good as the outside world makes it out to be. "
"Whether it's good or not isn't up to you to decide. It's up to the market!"
"Talking about the market is too vulgar. Things that are too commercialized don't have the right to talk about art."
"Heh, with that sour tone of yours, you don't seem to be doing well, do you?"
"You don't say. When it comes to the musical arts, Fang Zhao really doesn't have much experience. He hasn't even had a proper performance."
Because of this new piece of news, many people were discussing it, but regardless of which viewpoint they held, the time was set.
On the day of the "Star of Tomorrow" interview, Fang Zhao sat in his newly rearranged study beside a round wooden table. Beside him was a chair.
The staff members dispatched by the program team had already set up the equipment. They looked at Fang Zhao and saw him nod his head. Then, they gestured: 3 — 2 — 1 — go!
The image of a young lady appeared on the empty chair beside Fang Zhao. It was the host of "Star of Tomorrow," Grace Qian.
Grace Qian looked young and pretty, but she was more mature and composed than those who had just graduated from school. From her attire to her words and actions, she was well-mannered. After all, she was the host of a globally popular program. She wasn't just a pretty face.
The image looked very real. During the live broadcast, it was as if Grace Qian, who was at the headquarters of "Star of Tomorrow" in Huangzhou, had suddenly come to this study.
When the program started, Grace Qian was very experienced in warming up the crowd and livening up the atmosphere, breaking the originally heavy and solemn atmosphere. Meanwhile, the number of people online was increasing rapidly every second.
People from the music industry, gaming circles, and other people who were curious or idolized Fang Zhao or had different attitudes toward him all quickly came online.
Grace Qian first asked Fang Zhao about his past year of military service.
"Fang Zhao, you just returned from your military service. Can you briefly summarize your feelings from this year of military service?" Grace Qian asked with a smile.
"I gained a lot. It was worth it!" Fang Zhao replied.
The smile on Grace Qian's face did not change. However, when she heard Fang Zhao's reply, she blinked. People who were familiar with her would know that this was Grace Qian's flabbergasted expression. She had not expected that Fang Zhao would really give such a "simple" reply. Mmhm, five words. It was indeed simple enough.
Following that, Grace Qian talked about Project Starlight. She had probably received instructions from the higher-ups to praise Project Starlight during the interview so that it would be more convenient for the second episode next year.
However, Grace Qian also had a sense of propriety. She had grasped her timing very well. She would not be too deliberate, but she would also not ignore her priorities. After mentioning a few things about Project Starlight, Grace Qian asked another question.
"It is precisely because of Project Starlight that we are able to see the conditions of military service in those tough places more realistically. Back then, everyone had seen a video shot by Kevin Lin. Although it was an underground bunker, the monsters were on the other side of the door. The distance was rather close..."
As Grace Qian spoke, a screen appeared at the side. On it was a video clip that Kevin Lin had shot during the period of the terrorist attack.
"Based on some of the videos taken at that time, we know that the outpost you were at suffered multiple rounds of bombing and was invaded by terrorists. Back then, when you knew there was a terrorist attack, were you afraid? "the host asked.
"No."
Grace Qian laughed. She did not ask whether Fang Zhao was speaking the truth or not. "When you saw those vicious monsters in the game turn into real life creatures, how did you feel at that time?"
"Beat them to death," Fang Zhao replied.
"... Be more specific?"
"Beat them all to death."
"..."
Grace Qian blinked her eyes again. Her face still carried the smile of someone who was in control of the overall situation. "Facing those vicious monsters head-on, facing terrorists, this is something many youngsters your age cannot imagine. Perhaps when you really faced such a situation, you would be at a loss as to what to do. Then, Fang Zhao, what did you think in your heart? Can you talk to everyone about what happened back then? After all, from the video shot by Mr. Kevin Lin, we have no way of knowing the situation outside. "
Fang Zhao also realized that his earlier words would cause awkward silence and give people the impression that he was posturing. However, after getting used to it, he knew how to reply. This was not a Silver Wing internal program, so he had not prepared his lines beforehand. However, he could still deal with it calmly.
Fang Zhao would say what he could and not say a word more than necessary.
Grace Qian also knew that the military had confidentiality agreements and would not ask too much about certain things.
While the interview was going on, Curly Hair, who had been sleeping in the corner of the study, woke up. In a familiar environment with familiar people, he did not care about the sounds around him. Now that he had had enough sleep, he got up and moved around.
He stretched lazily and walked one round around Fang Zhao, whining to let Fang Zhao know that he had woken up and to show his presence.
Curly Hair could probably tell that Fang Zhao was busy with something, so he walked one round and left. He did not leave the study. Instead, he looked at the water tank on the cabinet in the study.
However, Curly Hair's walk one round after waking up attracted the attention of people watching the live broadcast online.
"That dog just now was the 'golden competition dog' that forced Muzhou to change its rules?"
"That's the legendary golden competition dog worth over 100 million? It's not the golden one. "
"The 'golden' of the golden competition dog refers to its price, not the color of its fur!"
"The f * ck, this dog belongs to Fang Zhao?"
"The brother in front, this matter has already been exposed, right? Did he not pay his internet bill at home? "
"I've seen news about it before, but I did not remember the name of the dog's owner. Only now do I remember."
Now that Fang Zhao's reputation was huge on a global scale, people who had not paid attention to such matters in the past remembered Fang Zhao's name. Who would have thought that the matter of Muzhou changing its rules that had caused such a huge uproar had been caused by Fang Zhao's dog?
During the interview, Grace Qian no longer asked about Fang Zhao's military service. Instead, she brought up something that many people in the gaming circles wanted to know.
"You have already left gaming for more than a year. After your military service, will you return to gaming?"
"I will still play games, but only when I am free. I will not be a full-time gamer."
Fang Zhao had just finished speaking when he heard a series of barks.
"Woof woof woof!"
Through the screen, people watching online could also hear the barks.
The cameraman in charge of filming also shifted his lens slightly to capture the scene at the cabinet in the study.
When they had heard Fang Zhao say "I will not be a full-time gamer," many gaming fans had felt that it was a pity.
"Does this mean that Fang Zhao will not charge into the global individual leaderboards again?"
"So, the point-sweeping demon will never be seen again?"
"If Fang Zhao gives up on the individual leaderboards, then Ma Xier will definitely not return either. Without the two of them, what's the point of the individual leaderboards?"
But there were also people who rejoiced in excitement. Thank goodness Fang Zhao did not play anymore!
However, regardless of whether they were disappointed or excited, their attention was diverted by the barks. They looked at the corner of the screen. There, Curly Hair was barking at the water tank on the cabinet.
"Woof woof woof!"
Another series of barks.
Fang Zhao did not even turn his head. He did not even glance over. Instead, he rapped his fingers on the desk.
Curly Hair did not make a sound, but he continued barking at the water tank. He paced back and forth under the cabinet before stopping. It looked like he was going to jump up.
The people watching the live broadcast sighed when they saw this.
"Eh, this dog is so obedient. He stopped barking after rapping on the table?"
"I just rapped my dog the same way. It barked even more happily."
"Wait, your focus isn't right. That dog looks like he wants to jump up the cabinet!"
"It's fine. This kind of small dog can't jump that high..."
Just as this comment was posted, the online viewers saw the dog in the live broadcast jump up the 1.2-meter-tall cabinet effortlessly without any run-up.
Online viewers: "..."
The discussion section of the interview program went askew just like that.
"Brother Zhao, quickly turn back! Your 'rabbit' is about to fight with the dog! "
"Many sea slugs are poisonous, right?"
"Some sea slugs sold as pets have been detoxified, but many wild ones are poisonous. Many of the food they eat are poisonous too. They can convert the poison in their food for their own use. Fang Zhao brought this one from planet Baiji. It shouldn't have been detoxified. "
"That means it's not poisonous?"
"Rumor has it that this sea slug poisoned one of Zaro's bodyguards."
"Only idiots would believe in rumors!"
"Those above, your focus isn't right!!"
"I am clearly very interested in what Fang Zhao is saying, but I just can't stop my eyes from looking at the top right corner of the screen!"
"Is this dog... considered to be stealing the spotlight?"
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