Chapter 179: New Drama Boot Ceremony, Stunning Look, Ethereal and Breathtaking!

Recently, the entertainment industry has been in quite a state of turbulence.

Bai Ling's series of moves has truly dropped countless jaws.

Especially when it was announced that "Left Hand Points to the Moon" would be the theme song for Bai Ling's new drama, many people in the film and television circles began to anticipate it eagerly.

Would it turn out as Wang Dagang claimed, that Bai Ling was destined to never take off in the film and television industry?

Or would Bai Ling make a counter-attack and slap Wang Dagang right across the face?

Everyone was filled with immense anticipation.

And the very first hurdle was the commencement of filming!

They originally thought that Wang Dagang could use his connections to block Bai Ling's channels for shooting dramas.

Yet, never did they expect that after just a few short days, news of the new drama about to start filming had already leaked out.

From this point alone, those actors and directors all understood one thing.

Wang Dagang's flashy and petty tricks hadn't come into play at all.

Warned the directors not to work on her drama?

Fine! Then Bai Ling would simply continue using Ouyang.

Although he was a young director, Ouyang's capabilities were plain for all to see.

Warned the investors not to fund Bai Ling's new drama?

No problem, Bai Ling footed the bill herself and directly secured the source of funds.

Having participated in so many variety shows and released so many songs—

Whether sung by herself or by Leng Yan—she had accumulated a substantial fortune.

It could be put right to use for the production of her new drama.

This was also why, even though Bai Ling knew Bai Zihao needed more capital for his startup, she still chose to use her entire savings.

On one hand, startups carried risks; on the other hand, Bai Ling herself was actually short on cash.

As for seeking sponsorships, she hadn't even given it a thought.

She wasn't willing to share the profits with others after the project was completed.

After all, the scripts she produced were quite exceptional and destined to be massive hits.

Why give away a portion of the revenue for nothing?

Based on these considerations, while Wang Dagang appeared to be blacklisting Bai Ling,

he was completely unable to hinder any of her progress.

Unless this guy could cover the sky with one hand and force every television station and online video platform to reject Bai Ling's works.

Pardon, let alone a mere Wang Dagang,

even if he rounded up all those directors to form a formidable coalition, they probably wouldn't be able to achieve such a feat.

Therefore, when the news of Bai Ling's upcoming production reached Wang Dagang's ears,

he flew into such a rage that he smashed the glass ashtray in his hand.

Glass fragments scattered all over the floor, combined with the overturned tables and chairs, made the entire office look like a complete mess.

"Damn it!"

"This Bai Ling!"

Over the past few days, Wang Dagang had suffered terribly from cyberbullying and endured endless misery.

He had thought that at worst, it would be mutual destruction.

Even if Bai Ling managed to break through with her songs, she would never qualify to step foot into the film and television industry again.

But looking at it now, he was nothing more than an absolute clown.

Not only was he being cyberbullied, but he also had to watch helplessly as Bai Ling welcomed a fresh start.

"No, I can't let this girl have it easy!"

"You want to start filming, do you? I'll make sure you have a 'wonderful' start!"

He said through gritted teeth, picking up his unbroken phone to make a few calls.

These were several traditional media outlets he knew.

They possessed considerable scale and wielded significant influence.

While Wang Dagang couldn't directly disrupt Bai Ling's opening ceremony, he could certainly ruin her day.

...

A few days later, it happened to be an auspicious day.

Inside the film and television city where the imperial concubine drama had previously been shot, the crew of Ashes of Love was busily at work in an orderly fashion.

Various equipment was already in place; the studio, temporary resting tents, and warehouses specifically designated for storing equipment had all been constructed.

Even all the props for the opening ceremony were fully prepared.

To make this opening ceremony exceptionally eye-catching, Bai Ling and all the actors in the crew changed directly into their costumes from the drama.

After all, modern opening ceremonies were no longer as simple as just paying respects to the patron saints for peace and safety.

More often than not, they served as highly effective promotional channels.

One had to admit that although Bai Ling did not have as much money as people imagined,

she was at least willing to put genuine effort into the costumes.

Whether it was Phoenix's armor, the Dragon's attire, or the outfits for everyone up and down the crew—even down to ordinary celestial maidens—Bai Ling was willing to spend a large sum of money on custom-made garments.

This point alone reflected her sincerity.

Therefore, when media reporters and many industry insiders began to arrive to show their support, they were all dazzled and astonished by the gorgeous scenery before their eyes.

"Such exquisite costumes!"

"The armor of the male lead and second male lead has such great texture; it doesn't look cheap at all."

"Indeed, it feels like it's forged from real metal."

"Bai Ling's white traditional attire is so ethereal!"

"Wow!"

Ever since Girl Group Assembly, Bai Ling hadn't really worn traditional costumes much.

What?

You mention the imperial concubine?

Those few rags couldn't actually be considered proper traditional garments.

At least, a faction of Bai Ling's fans refused to acknowledge them as such.

Of course, even if they were just a few rags draped over Bai Ling, she still managed to pull them off with a unique aesthetic beauty.

But now it was different. Pure white traditional robes, crafted from silk and forged fabric, draped over Bai Ling, her tall figure effortlessly supporting the attire.

This gave the already extraordinary custom-made garment an added touch of magnificence.

At the same time, Bai Ling radiated a classical elegance, exuding a faint ethereal immortal aura.

It could only be said that it truly lived up to the score the system had originally given Bai Ling's appearance—99!

Her most suitable role was that of characters like 'the supreme beauty of the three realms.'

Presently, Bai Ling was presenting her absolute, flawless state.

No wonder the media reporters were struck dumb with astonishment the moment they entered the main venue, left completely speechless.

"This drama is definitely extraordinary."

"Handsome men and beautiful women, especially Bai Ling; this appearance is simply the ceiling of the domestic entertainment industry."

"Just by looking at Bai Ling's styling, I can already imagine this drama crushing everything else broadcasted in the same period."

"That's the truth."

"Even if you told me Bai Ling is truly a fairy descended from the heavens, I'd believe it."

"This matches the impression of a fantasy romance female lead in my heart."

"Who's to say otherwise? With a female lead like this, I could finish watching it even if the plot was utter garbage. I might even lick the screen clean."

"Damn, you're so gross."

"You wouldn't lick it?"

"Let's drop this topic."

"What are you standing around for? Hurry up and take pictures!"

"Even without intentionally posing, just standing there makes her look like a retouched mural. It's too perfect!"

Flashbulbs lit up, and the media reporters clutching their cameras went completely wild.

Among them, a reporter named Zhen Xiang took the lead.

While everyone else was marveling at Bai Ling's beauty and styling, he had already started taking a frantic series of continuous shots.

And he changed angles countless times.

With this shooting method, churning out a photobook within ten minutes would be a piece of cake.

The reporters standing nearby were utterly bewildered.

Look at that, now *that* is called professionalism!

By the time the media and industry insiders had more or less gathered, the on-site emcee hired by the studio began guiding everyone to take photos in an orderly fashion.

They then completed the preliminary opening ceremony.

Offering sacrifices, burning incense, and unveiling the red cloth draped over the camera—all done in one smooth motion.

Afterward came the interview and photo session reserved for the media.