Rebirth of the Galactic Superstar Chapter 10

Chapter 10 

When Xi Ze stepped onto the red carpet and appeared on the enormous screen, he brought a great surprise to this grand event. From being a newcomer to a star, and even to various investors, directors, and artists present, all were astonished by the fresh Asian face. Both insiders and outsiders were discussing the identity of this newcomer, eagerly wanting to know more about him.

Therefore, as Xi Ze entered the venue alongside Xia Li, he naturally attracted a multitude of gazes. These gazes contained scrutiny, inquiry, curiosity, and amazement. Of course, there were also glances of envy, jealousy, and even some malicious intent.

However, regardless of the circumstances, the initial impression that this Asian newcomer presented to everyone was like an Eastern-style white porcelain vase. His black pupils were clear and pure, his expression calm and serene, with a faint smile on his lips. To be honest, if one ignored his Asian background, Xi Ze would appear as a vase in the eyes of many present. But this industry has never lacked good-looking vases.

Yet, when the large screens exclusively owned by Silver Fox Entertainment began to display the newcomer’s photo information, nobody expected that after the several small foxes that represented Silver Fox Entertainment vanished, a photo with tremendous visual impact featuring black, red, and gold as the main colors would suddenly appear, magnified several times on the screens.

The first photo was a close-up of Xi Ze’s front profile. He was wearing resplendent golden armor and a golden helmet on his head. The background depicted a vast expanse of fiery red flames burning in the sky. His black eyes gazed forward, and the deep pupils carried an endless charisma and a dignified righteousness. It was as if at this very moment, he stood upon a battlefield stained with the blood of warriors, locking eyes with the enemy’s camp, commanding legions of troops. In the upper right corner, a powerful and vigorous stroke of a black brush stamped a single character: “Kill!”

In the photo, Xi Ze was no longer the newcomer who had stepped onto the red carpet with humility, politeness, and a faint smile. The bold, black character “Kill” contrasted vividly with the fiery red background. However, all of this was done to accentuate the commanding general in the picture, whose gaze was fixed forward, carrying a powerful aura as if he was fighting for his country on the battlefield, devoted to war and horses throughout his life.

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As for those who were seeing Xi Ze’s photo for the first time, they were even more taken aback. Through this photo, Xi Ze perfectly captured the essence of “having a sense of drama.”

The atmosphere in the venue became heated. Even those seasoned celebrities who had spent many days in the entertainment industry were discussing it, along with many managers and other newcomers present.

Several young women, unable to control their racing hearts, began screaming like the host Helen, “Ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah, is there an unedited version of that photo?! I’m willing to pay a high price for it ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah!!”

The “ah ah ah party” members who couldn’t contain their emotions were always easy to spot in a crowd, quickly congregating together and starting various “ah ah ah ah” exclamations. Among them were even some recently popular A-list female stars.

Several newcomers exchanged excited interests and the determination to lick the screen while in a state of emotional turmoil, shedding tears in their hearts as they metaphorically knelt to Xi Ze.

Being able to “ah ah ah” together with a top female idol was truly a blessing from that newcomer!! Where else could they find such a fantastic opportunity for interaction and thigh-holding?! If it weren’t for him, could they be interacting with A-list female stars right now?!!

Discussions surged within the venue. Even the more seasoned celebrities, who had experienced the ups and downs of the entertainment industry for years, stood to the side, discussing while holding champagne. Their mindsets were better than those of ordinary people due to their experience in the industry. They were pleased that the entertainment industry had this new Asian face entering the scene. For these senior figures, what they disliked were those who lacked acting skills yet shamelessly used connections to climb up. However, a good-looking and expressive Asian face like Xi Ze’s was still very welcome in their eyes.

On the other hand, some renowned directors, influential figures with resources, and veteran media and film industry professionals remained the calmest in the venue. They controlled the most concentrated resources in the industry and had a deeper understanding of the industry than outsiders. Therefore, they weren’t in a hurry. They silently observed, knowing that gold will always shine – this saying applied perfectly to them as well.

As for the remaining second-tier and a handful of envious newcomers, their evaluations and discussions about Xi Ze were mixed.

After entering the venue, Xi Nan stayed with the other three members of the group. Upon seeing Xi Ze’s remarkably imposing photo, a wave of bitterness and envy churned within him. However, he couldn’t show it. He stood there coldly, clenching his fist in frustration.

Beside him, the other three members of his group were incessantly discussing.

“Wow, looking like that is already enough to make people envious, jealous, and resentful. Being so photogenic in front of the camera too, people are truly infuriating.”

“Exactly, he’s on a different path from us. With a face like his, how many directors would readily cast him? I can’t help but envy him, but his camera presence is truly exceptional.”

“After it’s over, I’ll find a chance to strike up a conversation. I don’t think he’s that difficult to get along with. I’ve never had an Asian friend before.”

The other two nodded in agreement. These three young men in their early twenties discussed with unexpressed envy, yet maintained proper decorum. They understood that there was no need to be envious of others’ inherent advantages, and that one should learn from, rather than envy, advantages that are acquired over time. Their outlook was optimistic. In contrast, Xi Nan, who had remained silent all along, seemed out of place.

After their discussion, Xi Nan turned to them and coldly reprimanded, “Aren’t you supposed to be working?”

The three of them pursed their lips, not understanding what had gotten into Xi Nan, but they ceased their conversation.

On the other side, Jian Anning quickly moved over to Xi Ze. At that moment, Xi Ze was holding a champagne glass with a courteous attitude, engaged in conversation with a film industry professional. Jian Anning greeted the person and then pulled Xi Ze aside.

Xi Ze glanced at the large screen on the side, his brow furrowing slightly. He asked, “What’s going on? Why is there only one photo?”

In her heart, Jian Anning had already given a thorough scolding to Xia Li several times. She glanced around and said, “That old fox Xia Li!! He did it on purpose. I only found out just now. He moved your photo to the end to build anticipation.”

Xi Ze was puzzled. “To the end?”

Jian Anning looked at the screen and saw it displaying several promotional photos of other artists managed by Silver Fox Entertainment. She said, “I’m not sure now. In theory…” She suddenly stopped, looking into the distance. “Here they come!”

The still image on the screen slowly faded away, and suddenly the black screen displayed the words “Xi Ze.” Initially, the people in the venue didn’t react much, assuming it was the name of a new artist below.

But when the words “Xi Ze” vanished, and the screen showed the face of an Asian with an Oriental appearance, the entire venue erupted in astonishment. It turned out that the Asian newcomer was named Xi Ze!?

This time, an unexplainable silence swept through the venue. Initially, the voices merely dwindled, until eventually the entire venue was shrouded in a hushed quietness. You could almost hear a pin drop – Xi Ze’s new appearance was displayed on the screen again, capturing everyone’s attention.

He stood like an otherworldly banished immortal, untouched by the mortal world and free from worldly troubles. Wearing a simple white robe, he stood on still water, with a backdrop of delicate light green. His body faced slightly away from the camera, his long hair cascading behind him. Turning his head, his gaze drifted towards the distance.

His countenance carried an indifference and aloofness, as if he had no interest in the world’s trivialities. Between his brows and eyes, there was an elegant grace. The black pupils exuded an ethereal and detached air, as if he wandered beyond the realm of mortals. His gaze that trailed into the distance was as leisurely as the flowing moonlight.

Unlike the formidable general on horseback against a backdrop of battle, this immortal carried an emotionless, fearless aura. Even though his gaze was turned away from the camera and directed into the distance, for some unknown reason, it felt as though he might turn and depart in the next moment, leaving on a cloud, making it impossible for anyone to catch up.

The photos shifted, and Xi Ze designed these images with a clever sequential movement. The first photo captured him in profile, the second with his gaze withdrawn, the third with him gazing into the distance, and the fourth presented his silhouette as he departed with grace.

With a few seconds between each photo, as they flashed on the screen, it felt as if they had serendipitously encountered a celestial being from the netherworld in a tranquil bamboo grove by the calm waters. Eventually, the images of those otherworldly beings who shunned the world’s distractions faded away.

In the hearts of the viewers remained a touch of melancholy, a hint of tranquility, and a sense of leisurely departure.

But before they could fully digest their emotions, the subsequent sets—third, fourth, and all the way up to the seventh—of outfits followed.

There was a swordsman with heroic eyebrows and starry eyes, exuding a radiant aura while holding a long sword. There was a young man in a blue robe, laughing and talking with a hint of unruliness, his hands in his pockets. There was an old man in a gray robe, his back hunched, a bow in his hand. There was a humble-looking bookish boy in coarse robes, carrying a book basket, his expression shy yet mischievous…

Even a flamboyantly dressed figure in crimson robes with a devilish gaze, as if he were a demon.

When Arnold and Sam discreetly entered the venue through the staff entrance, their eyes immediately locked onto the defiant, resolute expression displayed on the screen in front of them.

Sam murmured in a low voice from behind, then surveyed the hall in astonishment. “Why is it so quiet?!”

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