Chapter 188: Chapter 187: Filming Begins

“I’m the director of ’Desert Survival Law,’ Shao Zhihao.”

“I’m calling today to inform you that our production team will arrive at the desert management area in three days.”

Director Shao’s attitude was very official.

Xu Ying knew that Director Shao had helmed two blockbuster variety shows and performed consistently.

Many variety show directors make cameo appearances in the program, but Director Shao is very mysterious, and no one really knows what his personality is like.

“Okay, may I ask Director Shao, is there anything I need to prepare?”

“No, just make sure you arrive on time at the recording location and don’t be late.”

Director Shao introduced the recording time and process: “The program recording is six days later, at 6 PM on the 14th, and we’ll gather in front of the Desert Rescue Station headquarters.”

“On the first afternoon, all the guests will get to know each other, and we will arrange an ice-breaking bonfire party.”

“The shooting process of this variety show and the list of the five celebrity guests participating in the first recording will be sent to your phone shortly.”

“The first episode will be recorded in a live broadcast format.”

The guest lineup was about to be revealed, making Xu Ying a bit nervous.

After hanging up the phone, a staff member from the program quickly added Xu Ying on WeChat, sending her the schedule and profiles of the five celebrity guests.

After reading, Xu Ying drew in a sharp breath.

The guest lineup was indeed sensational; even someone like her, who didn’t follow celebrities, recognized these five guests and had come across news about them.

In the usual variety show setup, there’s typically one older, esteemed guest from the entertainment industry tasked with managing the scene.

This time, the program arranged for the 50-year-old singer and actor, Yao Yingzhe, to take on that role.

Xu Ying had watched his TV dramas in her childhood.

Yao Yingzhe had a square face and appeared kindly and affable, with a hint of plumpness.

Xu Ying had occasionally come across some interview clips of Yao Yingzhe and thought this uncle-figure celebrity seemed articulate and should be a reliable guest.

The other four were young singers and actors, two men and two women.

The name “Ye Jie” appeared on the guest list, causing Xu Ying’s forehead to twitch.

She had seen plenty of dirt about this actress being a diva, giving attitude, disrespecting seniors, scheming, and a whole series of negative reports.

Ye Jie had a striking and recognizable appearance, beautiful yet aggressive, with netizens sharply commenting that she seemed like a “vicious supporting actress with a green tea face.”

Ye Jie had considerable online controversy, with poor popularity among passersby, often relying on “black and red” to stay in the limelight.

Not much negative news existed about the other three young guests, but Xu Ying still felt uncertain.

One was the actress Ming Xueying, starring in a popular drama, sporting a heroic and cool look, seemingly capable of self-care in the desert without Xu Ying having to worry too much.

She should be a relatively hassle-free guest.

It’s said that Ming Xueying is friends with many stars in the entertainment circle and should have a good personality!

The other two were an idol singer and a top male actor.

These two guys were super popular, with lots of girlfriend fans, prompting Xu Ying to decide to keep her distance, avoiding interaction to stay out of trouble.

After the official announcement of the program, Xu Ying also posted a promotional video on social media as a guest of the show.

Fans were thrilled to see Xu Ying filming variety shows with such hot celebrity guests, expressing their happiness for her.

[Congratulations, congratulations, with ’Snow Wave Video’s’ S-level variety production, Little Xu Station Chief’s pay shouldn’t be small! Support Station Chief in earning more to feed the cubs!]

[Hope the program group treats her fairly, not neglecting her just because our Xiao Xu is an amateur internet blogger.]

[A bit worried whether our Xiao Xu can easily earn this money; too many celebrities have stumbled on variety shows.]

In the anticipation of the netizens, the broadcast day of “Desert Survival Law” finally arrived.

Xu Ying received a notification from the program group, mentioning that her regular live streams and video clips on social media had enhanced the brand awareness of a dune buggy company in Dragon Country, leading the company to sponsor the program, and Director Shao wanted her to appear on a four-wheel motorcycle.

Xu Ying usually drove a black dune buggy, which was quite worn, but this time she specially brought out the white one to put on a show.

She seldom drove the white dune buggy; after a wash, it looked brand new and incredibly stylish.

Little Sand Cat and Black Jungle Cat were still fast asleep due to their usual schedule and would wake up later, appearing on screen as it suited them.

Five Little Ear Foxes were already prepared, knowing they had many fans online. To make a grand appearance today, they even took a fragrant bath in the morning.

Now their fur was fluffy and smooth, resembling newly purchased plush toys.

At 6 PM in the desert, the sun was already sinking to the horizon, painting the entire desert in a burning orange-red.

In front of the Desert Rescue Station headquarters.

The program crew’s equipment was all set up, and the live broadcast room was online, with fans of each star eagerly cheering on their idols.

Due to previously arriving in the desert, the five celebrity guests were already prepared to appear one by one under the director’s arrangement.

Meanwhile, as a special guest, Xu Ying was supposed to make her entrance last with the little foxes.

Upon arrival, she waited on the motorcycle for the five celebrity guests to make their entrance.

While waiting, a staff member came over to fit her with a microphone and Bluetooth headset for the recording.

At 6 PM.

The sound in the Bluetooth headsets of the guests and staff buzzed with Director Shao’s voice.

“Alright, all departments in position, first guest on stage.”

The spotlight group’s large lights suddenly illuminated.

A black off-road vehicle came to an abrupt stop at the edge of a dune, and the door was flung open.

Actress Ming Xueying leaped down nimbly, her black Martin boots thudding heavily into the sand, stirring up a cloud of fine golden dust.

Today, she wore a high ponytail, with a camouflage jumpsuit accentuating her tall, crisp figure, and the large hiking backpack on her back gently swayed with her movements.

The desert wind whistled past, lofting her bound hair into the air, with the tips gleaming like fragmented gold in the sunlight.

Raising her hand to shield her eyes from the glaring sun, her squinted eyes reflected the endless sea of sand, with her eyelashes casting fine shadows across her cheeks.

—Amidst that dashing aura, there was also a touch of actress-like refinement.

The moment the camera zoomed in, the live chat exploded instantly.

[Ahhh, Little Ming looks so cool!]

[This isn’t coming to record a show; it’s like a special forces mission!]

[With the camouflage outfit and Martin boots, she’s stepping on not just sand, but my heart!]

[Even a single screenshot becomes a divine image!]

Next.

A dark green Jeep came to a rocketing stop, with the door kicked open.

Middle-aged actor and singer Yao Yingzhe jumped down with an unlit cigar dangling from his lips, gray hair peeking from under his camo fishing hat, and his beer belly making the palm tree pattern on his Hawaiian shirt pop.

He enthusiastically greeted the camera: “Hello, audience friends, long time no see. Uncle Yao is here~”

[Uncle Yao and Little Ming are completely different styles; one looks like a tourist, the other like a heroic actress filming a movie.]

[Please, Senior, take good care of our Little Ming; she always focuses on acting and is attending a variety show for the first time.]

[Haha, Little Ming is highly capable of self-care and has a great personality, not needing any special care, unlike some actresses who play games and act up as soon as they are on the show.]

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