Chapter 72: Meteor Award Ceremony (Part 2)

Aside from Weibo, major entertainment forums have discussion threads about this year's Meteor Awards.
There was an uproar in the audience when Zhao Yiyi was announced as the winner of the Best Actress award.
I don't know if she planned it in advance, but her winning quickly became a popular search, and soon reached number one. At first, her fans were able to control the comments, celebrating Zhao Yiyi's victory and saying that she deserved the award.
However, after passers-by join in the discussion, the comments section gradually becomes unguarded and tilts from a chorus of praise to one side.
[Why are all the comments from fanatics at the front row??? Is it true that there are really so many people who believe that Zhao Yiyi is deserving of the title?]
【"Milk and Coffee" can also win awards??? Is there something fishy about the Meteor Award?】
【Fans think that we haven't watched this "Milk Coffee" thing? Sorry, I really have watched it. Acting is not just about squeezing eyebrows, glaring eyes, and opening mouths. Plus, that idiotic plot is fooling who? It reeks of stupidity and only fools those who lack worldly experience.】
Am I the only one who thinks Meng Fei deserves this award?
Zhao Yiyi can't compete with Su Pu in popularity or Meng Fei in acting skills. The quality of this drama is also far inferior to the other two. Why does she deserve to win an award?
【The Meteor Award is afraid that it will completely destroy its credibility】
The public opinion is continuously fermenting, clicking into the hashtag #Zhao YiYi won the Best Actress award#, although fan-controlled comments can still be seen, the real-time comments are mostly skeptical.
The award ceremony in the venue was coming to an end. Su Pu got up and went to the restroom to freshen up her makeup. As she passed by the smoking area, she saw Meng Fei leaning against the wall, holding a cigarette between her fingers, exhaling white smoke, and several cigarette butts scattered on the ground.
The smoke curled up, adding a touch of decadence and sexiness to Mengfei's casual posture.
She saw Supo walking towards her, turned her head and glanced at him, and their eyes met.
Perhaps affected by the smoke, Mengfei's eye sockets were slightly red, and Supo looked at her with a faint smile, nodded slightly, and then walked past without hesitation.
Meng Fei stood still, his hand holding the cigarette paused.
Su Pu turned around and went into the bathroom, where there was another person inside, also touching up their makeup. She didn't hesitate, checked her makeup in the mirror, and when she was applying lipstick, she suddenly heard another person's surprised voice: "Su Pu, it's really you."
The voice is soft and easily reminiscent of the flying willow catkins of spring.
Su Pu turned his head and looked at Zhao Yiyi, who came to make amends, and smiled, "Hello."
Regardless, appearances must be maintained.
Zhao Yiyi's makeup today is fresh and understated, giving her a approachable and non-threatening appearance. Combined with her naturally gentle features, it is even easier for people to feel close to her.
"Just now when I saw you walk in, I couldn't believe it was you," Zhao Yiyi's voice was very gentle, as if she was trying to show goodwill. "I've seen all of your works, your acting skills are really amazing, I've always wanted to meet you, but unfortunately didn't have the opportunity."
"Well, it seems like today is just perfect," Su Piao laughed.
"Yeah. Have you finished fixing your makeup? Let's go back together," Zhao Yiyi suggested.
There is always an ulterior motive behind offering excessive flattery.
Under the mask of Zhao Yiyi's charming smile, what kind of thoughts are hidden, Su Puo has no intention to explore, nor does he want to know, in any case, it is impossible to really want to be friends with her.
She doesn't want to waste her time being superficial friends with Zhao Yiyi, so she made a difficult expression and declined, saying, "I still have some issues with my makeup, sorry about that, you can go first."
Without getting angry, Zhao Yiyi kindly reminded, "The ceremony will be over soon, so please remember to keep track of the time. I'll leave first."
After giving advice to Su Pu, she gracefully left.
As she turned around, Zhao Yiyi's expression remained unchanged, with a smile still hanging on the corner of her mouth. Only the slightly darkened eyes revealed her momentary displeasure.
Wanting to get to know Su Pu is true, but appreciating her acting is false. More importantly, it is because Su Pu's reputation is well-known, and the public's recognition of her acting skills is high.
Nowadays, Su Piao has a great reputation on the Internet, with many die-hard fans and casual fans. The black sheep in the fandom circle of a certain website is simply not worth mentioning.
If I develop a close relationship with Su Piao and then promote a best friend, it will bring numerous benefits without any harm, and I am sure to reap substantial dividends.
Anyway, it is definitely more effective than the publicity that she had done with Yang Tian before.
Yang Tian is inferior to Su Po in every aspect, and she feels like she has lost out by associating herself with Zhao Yiyi for publicity.
For a moment, Zhao Yiyi felt regretful for Su Po's refusal just now.
Passing by the smoking area on the way back, Zhao Yiyi saw Meng Fei, who had just extinguished a cigarette butt, and she turned her head and smiled at her.
Unfortunately, such a gesture did not impress Meng Fei, her lips slightly parted as if she let out a cold snort. She turned her head cleanly and no longer looked at Zhao Yiyi.
Zhao Yiyi was not annoyed either and could even be described as being in a good mood.
After all, who would bother with a loser like her?
In any case, it's not her who's feeling uncomfortable.
Watching Zhao Yiyi walk away, Meng Fei leaned against the wall, wearing a patient expression. She closed her eyes and quickly composed herself before leaving the smoking area.
When Supo came out of the bathroom, the smoking area was already empty.
She calmly and casually walked back to her seat, holding up her skirt. The host was on stage, delivering a passionate speech, summarizing the award ceremony.
The Meteor Awards emphasize being down-to-earth and have a generally relaxed atmosphere. After the host, Chen Ci, concludes, the event ends with a dance performance.
Yi Sicun stood up and smiled, saying, "I hope that next time I come, I can also receive an award."
"It may be a bit challenging to win a TV drama award without directing a TV drama." Su Po looked at him, the corners of his lips curling up. "Why not aim even higher and win the Golden Feather Award for Best Director in the future?"
Although aware that Su Po was joking with himself, Yi Sichun quickly waved his hand and said with a smile, "No, I dare not even think about it."
This is his inner thoughts.
The Golden Feather Award is the most authoritative award in the domestic film industry, and the Best Director is one of the most prestigious awards. There are many senior veteran filmmakers who are waiting to win this award. How could it be his turn, even as a newcomer who has not yet made his debut.
"What about the Best New Director? Can we not even dare to think about that?" Su Pu casually mentioned.
At this moment, the two of them were walking towards the exit. The closer they got to the door, the colder it became. Su Pu's dress exposed her shoulders, and she couldn't help but shiver, so she instinctively hugged her arms.
Esi Cun looked at her and said, "This can be fought for..."
He took off his own suit jacket and draped it over her. Su Puo raised her hand to refuse, but he held her hand and said, "It's even colder outside, so wear it for now. Give it to me later."
"Thank you." Su Po withdrew his hand and thanked softly.
At this time, the media area was still conducting interviews, and Su Po did not want to be stopped for an interview, so he left with Yi Si Cun early.
海棠正坐在车里等苏朴，见她走来，连忙打开车门挥手致意，眼睛一转看见苏朴身边的易思存，又连忙跟他打招呼：“易导，好久不见！”
“好久不见。”易思存笑道。
苏朴站在车外把外套还给易思存才上车，三个人寒暄几句，司机才启动车辆离开。
海棠还顾着和易思存挥手告别，等她再看不见他的身影才转头看着苏朴，颇为激动地说：“我觉得易导人真的太好了！”