Chapter 157: Meeting a destined person at Longhu Temple and getting an assistant
The news that Jinli took time off over the weekend to attend the Longhu Temple worship ceremony was not hidden from the crew. It wasn't even the weekend yet, and the entire crew knew where she was going.
In China, even those who do not believe in religion have heard of the Dragon and Tiger Temple.
It was originally just an unknown Taoist temple, but later it was filmed by the film crew. It became the main filming location for Taoist movies and became an instant hit.
The owner of the temple is also a business person.
Instead of commercializing Taoist temples, they offered high salaries to Taoist priests to improve the overall cultural quality of Taoist temples.
What are the requirements for college students, masters, and doctoral students? They all start with the concept of dragon and tiger.
The young people are energetic and have studied the scriptures deeply. They have jointly organized several activities with other Taoist temples. Over time, they have also gained a reputation among the people.
Decades later, the Dragon and Tiger Temple has developed better and better, expanded bigger and bigger, and seems to have the tendency to become the leader of the Taoist Temple.
Xu Wenwen did not believe in religion, but after hearing about this incident, she specifically searched for the Hungry Ghost Festival.
Only then did I learn that Taoism has the term "Three Yuan", which is divided into Shangyuan Festival, Zhongyuan Festival and Xiayuan Festival, which correspond to the three organs of heaven, earth and water.
The official of heaven bestows blessings, the official of earth pardons sins, and the official of water relieves misfortune.
The Shangyuan Festival, the Lantern Festival, is still a major traditional festival in China. Activities such as guessing lantern riddles and setting off fireworks have become national customs and are widely welcomed by people.
The Ghost Festival is commonly known as the Ghost Festival among the people. Customs such as worshiping ancestors and setting off river lanterns continue to this day. It is also a festival of great significance to people in many places.
The Xiayuan Festival falls on the 15th day of the 10th month of the Lao calendar, and the custom has gradually become to practice fasting and setting up rituals, offering sacrifices to ancestors, and praying to gods, which is similar to the Hungry Ghost Festival.
But now few people know about Xiayuan Festival.
Xu Wenwen curiously asked her assistant: "I don't have many scenes on weekends. Can I attend the ceremony of Dragon and Tiger Temple?"
The assistant checked it for her and said helplessly: "No, the Dragon Tiger Temple's Hungry Ghost Festival ceremony is too famous. Many wealthy businessmen return to China specifically to worship on this day. You need an invitation letter from the Taoist temple to participate."
Xu Wenwen frowned: "How did Jinli get the invitation letter?"
If she bought it, she could also pay for it.
The assistant knew this. Someone on the crew asked Jinli, and Jinli said it.
"Jinli got the invitation based on her ability. When she was recording a program abroad, she found a Taoist temple that was in disrepair. She sent a letter to the Taoist Association Center and was invited to thank her for her contribution to overseas Taoist temples."
Xu Wenwen was speechless, this is really...
Incomparable!
Which celebrity would care about this when going abroad to record a show?
If you are not a devout Taoist believer, you would never think of going overseas to worship Taoist temples, let alone maintain them.
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On the weekend, Sui Lingfang came to the set early in the morning and set off with Jinli.
Jinli took a special look at Sister Fang and found that although her eyebrows were a little tired, the middle part of her forehead was plump and smooth, smooth and wide, with a faint yellowish air.
This is a sign of great luck and everything goes well.
Jinli asked curiously: "Sister Fang, have you been very happy recently and everything has gone as planned?"
Sui Lingfang glared at her speechlessly, "I'm so worried about your and Xi Mengze's endorsement, I'm not happy at all.
Especially you, you can't take three or four days off from the crew to shoot commercials. I have a lot of suitable endorsements in my hands, and I'm afraid they will all run away! ”
Jinli said with a smile: "If the old ones don't go and the new ones don't come, we can't rush the endorsement matter."
Sui Lingfang said helplessly: "You don't have to worry, but we can't wait for Xi Mengze. Recently, my attention has been entirely focused on Mengmeng."
She paused and said thoughtfully: "I'm wondering if I should promote some agents to take care of Xi Mengze full time.
It feels like I'm taking the two of you here a little bit favorably. In the past, I would have taken the time to come to the set and say hello to the director, but this time I didn't even have time to come. ”
Jinli didn't think so, "I'm an adult, not a child, so why do I need you to say hello?
Changing to a new agent requires re-adjustment, and the announcements received by the agent may not be to our liking. If you have this idea, you must tell Mengmeng in advance. ”
Sui Lingfang asked: "Don't you feel that you have been neglected?"
Jinli shook his head: "It's good to be free now. My agent won't help my career very much."
Sui Lingfang pondered for a while, Jinli was right.
For A-list celebrities, the role that agents can play is very small, not to mention that Morningside Entertainment is relatively small.
Relying on the company's ability, it was impossible to obtain any high-quality resources for Jinli.
As Jinli became famous, she was the one who brought resources to the company.
Sui Lingfang understood this and said readily: "Okay, if you feel uncomfortable, you must tell me!"
Jinli took another look at Sister Fang's face, and looked at this facial trend. She didn't think Sister Fang couldn't take it into consideration.
It feels like she can take care of two or three more front-line players.
Some people complain, but when she is asked to do things, there is nothing to say about her efficiency.
The group took a plane and headed to Longhu Temple.
On the plane, Jinli discussed the assistant's problem with Sister Fang.
Speaking of this, Sui Lingfang also had a headache. It was difficult to find a reliable assistant!
She said: "Originally, the company applied for a few jobs, but something happened some time ago, that is, a third-tier star was revealed by a former assistant to have a bank card balance of two million, which set off a wave of anti-rich remarks. That star has been hidden by the company. .
Assistants have to take care of actors personally and know a lot about the entertainment industry. I want to find someone with good character and tight-spoken words. I don’t dare to use someone I don’t know.
If all the relatives around me had not found jobs, I would have introduced them to me. ”
Jinli thought about it: "It's better to say goodbye to relatives. Although we can feel safe when using them, we are still the most ruthless when it comes to ruthlessness.
Once the news is revealed, netizens will definitely believe her because of her identity, leaving you with nowhere to wash. ”
She didn't want to use the so-called "one of her own", and her brothers had to settle the accounts clearly.
Since ancient times, relatives who have done ugly things for money have been caught in large numbers.
Jinli said: "Let's do this. In the future, when you hire assistants, find a time to have an online video chat with me, and I will choose the person myself."
With her ability to read faces, she could at least know that person's character.
Of course, this does not mean that a person with good looks can do a good job as an assistant, but at least it is definitely better than those who are lazy and slippery.
Sui Lingfang asked in surprise: "Can you read people?"
Jinli said with a smile: "No, but if I choose the person myself, if I want to be a young boy in the future, then I will accept it."
Two hours later, they got off the plane and took a taxi to Longhu Temple.
At the same time, the paparazzi who had been following Jinli also flew with them and took Didi.
Jinli's external itinerary is not difficult for people in the industry to check. If the paparazzi is interested, it will be easy to find out her whereabouts.
The paparazzi were surprised when they found out that her final destination was Longhu Temple.
"This celebrity is very religious, and it's not just superficial."
"Oh, it's all in vain. I thought it was a pretense to tell the outside world, but it was actually just sneaking out to flirt or go on a date. I didn't expect that I really came to participate in the worship ceremony."
"Do you think Jinli is really destined to Taoism and becomes a monk like that female star in Hong Kong?"
"No way, her career is booming!"
"Hey, the career of that female star in the last century was also very popular. She became a monk immediately after saying she was a monk."
A paparazzi asked Zhuo Qiang: "Boss, should we sneak in and take pictures?"
Zhuo Qiang pondered for a long time and slowly shook his head: "Hungry Ghost Festival is a very special day, so forget it. I'm afraid I'll take pictures of dirty things, and I don't want to do a "Strange Stories" show."
These paparazzi have experienced decades of chaos.
At that time, in addition to various gangsters who came out to support people, there were also many male and female celebrities who would do anything to become famous.
These paparazzi, who have been around Hong Kong Island, have heard about "raising imps", "paying off debts", "lowering the head" and "changing life and feng shui"...
But they didn't report it, fearing that it would be entangled with something dirty, which would be difficult to clear out.
There is a saying that "It's easy to invite gods, but hard to send them away." If you really encounter these things, you may die without knowing how.
Zhuo Qiang emphasized: "Let's take a photo outside."
……
After Jinli and Sui Lingfang presented their invitation letters, they were led by the Taoist boy to the bamboo house in the backyard, which was reserved for guests who wanted to stay overnight.
The ceremony wouldn't start until the afternoon, so while there was still some time, Jinli took Sui Lingfang to pay her respects first.
Sister Fang naturally worships the God of Wealth. The God of Wealth is very popular and there is a long queue.
Jinli is the ancestor worship hall. This hall is dedicated to the Sanqing Dynasty. There are plaques on the left and right sides.
Left: Sanjingdongmingmiyunjin
Right: Nine Return Pills Return to Heming
Today is a special day. In addition to the Taoist temple preparing for worship ceremonies, it is also open to other pilgrims to worship gods.
The Patriarch's Hall that Jinli went to also had to queue up, but the line was not that long, and it took twenty minutes to get his turn.
She was dressed very simply, with a mask and a hat, and her head was slightly lowered so that no one could recognize her.
Perhaps there were many pilgrims and everyone was very pious, so Jinli mingled among them without being recognized.
After leaving the Patriarch's Hall, she immediately felt a divine power entering her body, which made her body feel warm.
Nothing changed this time, except that there was an endless amount of strength and sufficient energy and blood.
Suddenly, a flash of light flashed, and Jinli's appearance was photographed.
She looked over keenly and saw only a white figure running away in a hurry. Looking at the back, it should be a girl.
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"This is the photo you asked for."
Chen Qin sent the photo on her phone to the paparazzi and asked nervously: "You won't use this photo to do bad things, right?"
The paparazzi glanced at her and said speechlessly: "What bad thing can it do? It's just exposed on the Internet. She is a star, and we can increase her exposure by publishing news!"
If you really treat them as paparazzi, you must reveal big news, right?
Although every famous star's anise is their lifelong pursuit.
Chen Qin is 20 years old and grew up in an orphanage. She did not go to college as an adult and worked outside the orphanage after leaving the orphanage.
She was not sick, but was abandoned by her parents on her own initiative. According to the dean's mother, there was a note in the basket that abandoned her, and her name was "Chen Zhaodi."
The dean’s mother did not want this name and named her Chen Qin.
In the past two years, she has been doing odd jobs near the orphanage, washing dishes and serving food in restaurants. During holidays, she went to sell flower baskets near the Taoist temple.
She has grown up here since she was a child. She has never been to other places. She is not satisfied or dissatisfied with her current life. She can do whatever she can.
The paparazzi saw that she was young and quick-witted, so they specially approached her and asked her to enter the Taoist temple to take a photo of a person. After the incident, they would give her five hundred yuan.
Chen Qin was deeply moved.
She had to work odd jobs for five days to earn the money, and all she had to do was take a photo.
The paparazzi looked at the photo and said with some disgust: "I asked you to take a photo of her putting incense. Why did you take a photo of her after she came out? You didn't even take the main part of the main hall."
Chen Qin had actually been with Jinli for a long time.
She is not star-chasing, but the paparazzi says she is so recognisable, and her temperament is outstanding among the pilgrims.
She grew up nearby and was still in awe of Taoist temples. She did not dare to take pictures of the statues for fear of being disrespectful.
And who knows why these people want Jinli's photos. If they use them to do bad things, she will be an accomplice and there will be karma.
Chen Qin immediately said: "Master Sanqing, here I am, I have already taken the photo for you. At that time, I just told you to try to take a good photo of Shangxiang. If you can't take it, don't blame me. If you regret it, Master Sanqing will Make the decision for me!”
"Hey." The paparazzi looked at Chen Qin seriously, which was strange.
It was only because they threatened others, but I didn't expect that they would be threatened in turn today.
The paparazzi wanted to say something, but Zhuo Qiang suddenly said: "Forget it, just transfer the money to her, today is a special day."
Zhuo Qiang frowned and looked at the photo, "Just make do with it."
They called several people to help them go in and shoot today, but they all refused after hearing the request. Only Chen Qin was willing to help them.
But if they were asked to go in and film by themselves, they were unwilling.
Zhuo Qiang said: "When the worship ceremony starts in the afternoon, you can help us take a few more pictures."
Chen Qin quickly shook her head: "I can't take pictures unless I get permission from the Taoist temple. If you're not afraid of me, why not be afraid of me!"
Paparazzi:…
After Chen Qin left, the paparazzi looked at each other, and one person asked: "Shall we go in for a photo shoot in the afternoon?"
Another person said: "Is your horoscope okay? I asked my mother, and she said I have a light horoscope and will get sick if I am near these places with gods and ghosts!"
"Screw you, why didn't you tell me earlier? I'm not very good at that. I get a fever every time I go to the hospital!"
Originally, some people didn't believe this, and they didn't want to go in after being pushed around.
As for Zhuo Qiang, he didn't want to go in at all.
He sighed and said: "Okay, no need to take a photo, I can post it with this photo. I will work it out, and it will become a hot search."
Zhuo Qiang murmured in his heart, wondering if it was for psychological reasons. Why did he think Jinli in the photo was so radiant?
Isn't it said that she is very weak? She feels like she has a divine radiance.
……
Chen Qin returned to her stall and continued selling flower baskets.
She didn't know if it was a coincidence or not, but she actually met the star of the previous photo shoot - Jinli.
Sui Lingfang asked: "What kind of flowers should I buy? Will they be used for the afternoon ceremony?"
Jinli said: "Ask this little girl, she should understand."
Chen Qin was very nervous and pointed to the larger flower basket in a low voice, "More people bought this one today. The white color represents..."
Jinli listened patiently to her explanation and bought two flower baskets. After paying, she suddenly looked at Chen Qin.
"You took the photo of me this morning, right?"
Chen Qin's heart was beating fast, and she said stutteringly: "Yes, a few people came to me and asked me to take pictures of you, saying that you are a star and want to publish news."
Jinli smiled softly: "You tell the details of the transaction so easily, is that okay?"
After saying it, Chen Qin felt much more relaxed and secretly vowed not to do such sneaky things in the future, otherwise her conscience would be uneasy.
Chen Qin said clearly: "One code equals one code. I promised them to take photos and got the money. The deal was over, and they didn't let me keep it secret.
I sell flower baskets outside, and if you come to my stall, you are destined to me. The gods must have guided you here, and let me tell you the truth. ”
Seeing this, Sui Lingfang asked curiously: "Little sister, if we don't come over, won't you tell us the truth?"
Chen Qin thought about it seriously and said, "I should be able to do it, and I will share half of the money I received with you. I have never done this kind of thing. I found out that I was very upset after I did it. I will never do it again." .”
Sui Lingfang took out her mobile phone and specifically searched for "Jinli", but found no relevant news.
But it's also good to be informed in advance, so she can think of a response plan now.
Sui Lingfang went aside and called her colleagues in the company to see how they would handle subsequent public relations.
Jinli stayed where she was and continued talking to Chen Qin, asking her about her family situation and what she was doing.
After asking, Jinli found that Chen Qin's background was quite similar to hers.
Chen Qin also loved chatting with her beautiful sister and couldn't help but express her thoughts about the future.
"I think you still have to learn skills, preferably those that can break the monopoly of academic qualifications, so that you can make money."
Jinli asked: "Is there an industry you want to join?"
Chen Qin nodded: "Yes, one is a professional door-to-door cleaner. You can get training from a housekeeping company. Although it is a bit hard, the salary is high.
The other is to be a confinement nanny. I watched a lot of short videos. Professional confinement nanny has a high salary and has to learn a lot.
I am strong, young, and smart. I am definitely much better at studying than those aunts in their forties or fifties. I should be able to do it. ”
Jinli thought for a while: "You said that I am destined to be with you, so I will give you a suggestion. Your situation is not popular in the confinement nanny market. Customers will definitely prefer confinement nanny who has given birth to children and has experience in taking care of children. .
You have to know that the confinement nanny not only has to take care of the employer, but also the baby. The situation is very complicated. If you really want to do it, you can only reduce the price. ”
She changed her words and said, "But I don't recommend working as a professional cleaner. This is a laborious job. If you work for more than ten years, you will develop problems."
Chen Qin couldn't help but ask: "Huh? So what am I suitable for?"
Jinli looked at her carefully: "Even though I said so, you are still very suitable for taking care of others. How about this, how about you come and be my assistant?"
Chen Qin was stunned.
Jinli continued: "Being my assistant, the initial salary is not high, only 3,500 a month, but I will buy you five insurances and one housing fund. After the three-month trial period, I will increase the price for you depending on the situation. .
I feel like you don’t know me. Let’s add a WeChat account. My name is Jinli. If you want to know more about me, I recommend Baidu Encyclopedia. It knows me better than I know myself.
I can't promise you anything, but I can take you out of your world. ”
Sui Lingfang came over at this time and looked at Jinli: "It's been taken care of. Let's go in."
Jinli took out her mobile phone, signaled Chen Qin to scan her QR code, and then left.
Sui Lingfang asked curiously: "Why did you let that little girl join you?"
Jinli explained her situation and said, "I think her situation makes her quite suitable to be my assistant."
Sui Lingfang sighed a little: "She is also a miserable person, but she can take photos of you for money, and she may leak information about you for money in the future."
Jinli smiled, but shook her head: "Sister Fang, she has a sense of reverence for the gods. No matter how great the benefits are, some people will not dare to do it no matter what if they can't pass the test in their hearts."
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Jinli's guess was correct. Chen Qin was a person who believed in fate.
When she heard that Jinli asked her to be an assistant, she didn't even add Jinli's WeChat account and hurriedly went to Longhu Guan to sign up.
"Everything is comfortable and easy to come and go, prices are low and tailor-made.
It is a pleasure for a beautiful woman to know that there is a past, and for a person to welcome a guest, it is a new arrival.
Explanation: The Five Nobles and Glory are reported by virtue accumulated in Yanshan Mountain. ”
Chen Qin read it several times and felt that the meaning should be good, so she quickly handed it over to the Taoist priest for help in deciphering the signature.
The Taoist priest casually took it and glanced at it: "Are you asking about feelings or career?"
Chen Qin: "Ask about career."
The Taoist priest said without thinking: "Seize the opportunity, work hard and be down-to-earth."
Chen Qin was certain in her heart that she knew what she was going to choose.
Happy weekend, cheers[]~(￣▽￣)~*