When Fang Zhao walked out, a large group of people stared at him. They scanned him from head to toe. They wanted to know who was the person Great-Grandfather and Great-Grandmother Fang had been talking to for over an hour.
"He's nothing special," someone whispered.
"Never seen him. Never heard of him before."
"He's just like that. What's so special about him that the two elders kept talking to him for so long?"
Second Uncle saw Fang Zhao come out and hurriedly asked, "What took you so long? Great-Grandfather and Great-Grandmother aren't mad, right? "
Second Aunt gave him a sidelong glance. He made it sound like Fang Zhao's presence would incur the wrath of the two elders.
"How are the two elders feeling?" Second Aunt asked.
"Pretty good. Very spirited," Fang Zhao replied.
"Seems like Great-Grandfather quite likes you after talking for so long," Fang Yu said.
Fang Zhao smiled but didn't say anything.
Sensing the gazes around them, Second Aunt pulled Fang Zhao aside and asked in a low voice, "Fang Zhao, did Great-Grandfather give you a red packet?"
"Yes, ten years' worth."
Second Aunt knew what to do. She didn't ask how much it was. She just wanted to know Great-Grandfather and Great-Grandmother's attitude. Being able to remember Fang Zhao, compensate him with ten years' worth of red packets, and chat for so long, it seemed like Great-Grandfather was in a good mood.
"The two elders were just talking about their military service back then, so it took a bit longer," Fang Zhao said.
Fang Zhao's voice wasn't loud, but it was just loud enough for the curious onlookers to hear.
Hearing that Great-Grandfather was talking about military service again, the onlookers had a look of understanding on their faces. No wonder it took so long. Great-Grandfather was "reminiscing about the past." Since this was the reason, their curiosity dissipated.
Perhaps because he had talked too much with Fang Zhao, Great-Grandfather didn't want to talk much after the others entered the room. It was Great-Grandmother Fang who did the talking, but not much.
Great-Grandfather Fang's mood soured again when he saw the stammering and timid juniors, but as an elder, it wasn't appropriate for him to lose his temper with children. He couldn't smile and could only keep a straight face. This made the timid juniors even more fearful of him.
Great-Grandfather Fang motioned for Great-Grandmother Fang to speak less and quickly gave them the red packets so they could leave. Wasn't that the reason they were here was for the red packets? Or he would ask the two elders for help or something like that. It was annoying to hear. Old Master and Old Madam knew that they had ulterior motives and were willing to help them when they came to ask for help. As for those who were not seen all year round and asked for red packets when they saw them, it was already good enough that they didn't slap you in the face. You still wanted more?
Faced with these people, Great-grandfather Fang deeply felt that he might as well drag Fang Zhao along for a chat.
When Second Uncle and his family went over, Old Master Fang asked a few more questions. He asked about Fang Yu's military service and was surprised to learn that it had already been resolved.
Fang Zhao did not take the initiative to say it, and Second Uncle was worried that it would bring trouble for Fang Zhao if he said too much, so they did not tell anyone else. However, in front of Great-Grandfather Fang, Second Uncle still mentioned it.
"Fang Zhao settled it? Who did he ask for help? "The Old Master was curious.
After Second Uncle and his family had left, Great-Grandfather Fang asked Great-Grandmother Fang, "Say, what do you think that kid Fang Zhao is thinking? You obviously have the ability to get a place in the military, so why are you here talking about military service? Do you really want us to give you a reference? "
"How would I know?" The old lady was also surprised. She had not expected Fang Zhao to be so capable at such a young age. It seemed like she had misunderstood Fang Zhao all along.
"Tsk, I still think that kid is up to no good." Great-grandfather Fang's thoughts started to drift.
"If you are really worried, pay attention to the news," Great-Grandmother Fang said.
Second Uncle and his family, who had already left the house, did not know what Great-grandfather and Great-grandmother Fang were thinking. After checking on the two elders, they went straight back.
On the way back, Fang Zhao sat in the train and watched the screens on the tall buildings he passed. News and announcements about "Battle of the Century" were playing.
This year was destined to be a year of revelry for gaming fans. The year had just begun. "Battle of the Century" had not even been released yet, but the flames were already burning.
Gaming media outlet Rising Dragon had organized online voting for each continent's spokesperson. It would start with Huangzhou, then the other continents, and in a little while, it would be Yanzhou.
Fang Yu searched the news online and saw many media outlets guessing who Fiery Bird would choose as their spokesperson this year. Was it Tongshan True Entertainment's popular idol, Mi Yu? Or Neon Culture's popular candidate, Andy Leo? Or could it be Silver Wing's Polar Light, which had made a name for itself at the end of last year?
"Big Brother Zhao, who do you think will win the endorsement?" Fang Yu asked.
"I don't know. That's Fiery Bird's decision," Fang Zhao replied.
"Speaking of Silver Wing's Polar Light, hey, Big Brother Zhao, is this you?" Fang Yu showed Fang Zhao a screenshot.
It was a mosaic of the closing credits of the music videos for the three movements of the "100-Year Period of Destruction" series. The producer's name was highlighted.
Fang Zhao glanced at it and nodded. "That's me."
Fang Yu took a deep breath. "Big Brother Zhao!"
"What?"
"Big Brother Zhao, can you get Maqiyaduo's autograph card?!" Fang Yu asked.
Fang Zhao knew of Maqiyaduo. She was a popular Silver Wing star in the film industry. She was pretty sweet, but Fang Zhao had never worked with her before, so he did not know much about the industry.
"You want it? I'll go back to the office and ask. I'll send you some if I have it, "Fang Zhao said.
"Me too! Me too! "Fang Qi said excitedly." Big Brother Zhao, Big Brother Zhao! I want Vicky's. If you can get your hands on Vicky's autograph card, you have to keep it for me! "
Vicky was also a film star signed by Silver Wing. She worked in the film industry and was considered an A-list star. However, Fang Zhao had not expected Fang Qi to be a fan of Vicky's.
"Sure, I'll keep it for you if I can get it." Fang Zhao smiled at Fang Ling. "Little Bell, do you have a favorite star? If it's also from Silver Wing, I can help you get an autograph card. "
Fang Ling thought about it and shook her head. Then she took out the card that a sister in the retirement facility had given her. When the card was placed on the card reader, it displayed a cartoon image of someone singing and reciting poems. It was an early childhood education card.
Fang Ling took out the card and handed it to Fang Zhao.
Fang Zhao was a little puzzled. "For me?"
Fang Ling blinked. "Big Brother Zhao, an autograph!"
Fang Zhao was stunned for a moment, then smiled. "I don't have a pen. I'll sign it for you when we get back."
When they got home, Little Bell took out the 20 early childhood education cards she had saved up for Fang Zhao's autograph. She was still young and had never chased after any idols, but she had heard others say that meeting an idol required an autograph. In Little Bell's eyes, Fang Zhao, who had bought her so many candies, was her idol.
Fang Yu and Fang Qi also joined in the fun. They took out a few cards for Fang Zhao to sign.
"Big Brother Zhao, were you the creator of the '100-Year Period of Destruction' movements?" Fang Yu asked.
"What do you think?" Fang Zhao replied.
"Hehe, I don't know either. But Big Brother Zhao, you don't have to explain. I know the confidentiality period for virtual idols. It's all over the internet. "
Fang Yu felt that the reality was just as the media had speculated. The producer and team that Silver Wing had put out on the surface were just a cover. The real creator was still hiding behind the scenes.
Who was it?
Ming Cang had revealed that there was only one person, not a team. The answer would only be revealed when the fourth movement was released.
But even so, not everyone could be a shield. In any case, Fang Yu and the others felt that Fang Zhao, who had the title of producer and could be used as a shield, was already very impressive.
After Memorial Day, Fang Zhao stayed in Yanbei for another three days before returning to Qi 'an City.
As the voting for the "Battle of the Century" spokesperson neared, the competition between Yanzhou's top three entertainment companies intensified. Online promotions began. Every day, the entertainment media was as excited as if they had been injected with two large cans of adrenaline.
Huangzhou.
Gaming media company Rising Dragon headquarters.
"The voting for the fifth continent has already begun. Next up is Yanzhou. Yanzhou has three candidates this year?"
"In previous years, Yanzhou has only had two contenders, but that was because Silver Wing, one of Yanzhou's top three entertainment companies, didn't have a virtual idol. Last year, they came up with one. I think it's probably for the sake of the 'Battle of the Century' endorsement."
"Regardless of Silver Wing's motives, one more competitor means more topics to talk about. It's good for us."
Rising Dragon's chief editor contacted the Yanzhou branch. "Get ready. Yanzhou's online voting will begin on Feb. 8."
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