Chapter 00184: Li Jianqun
# Li Jianqun
Chapter 184
Novel: 1979 Golden Age
Chapter 184: Li Jianqun
"This is Sister Zhang Jinling!"
"Brother Liang Xiaosheng!"
"Sister Liu Xiaoqing!"
Even those she didn’t usually get along with, she introduced them all, telling everyone that this was her younger sister.
She then reminded her to take the filming seriously, to be professional, and not to throw any tantrums.
"Ah, I know! I’m older than Chen Zongqi. Do you think I don’t understand these things?"
"Chen Zongqi??"
"He told me to call him 'Chen Zong,' so naturally, it’s Chen Zongqi now."
"Xiao Chen, you’ve got to work hard! Above the rank of 'Zongqi' is 'Baihu,' then 'Qianhu,' 'Zhenfushi,' 'Zhihuishi,' 'Zhihuitongzhi,' and finally 'Zhihuishi.' You’ve got six ranks to climb before you reach the top!"
Liang Xiaosheng, who had done a lot of research for his martial arts novels, was now a qualified writer, with an average subscription count of 100,000.
"Cut it out! I’m now the Superintendent of the Eastern Depot. Who cares about the Imperial Guards anymore?"
Chen Qi didn’t mind poking fun at himself.
He turned to Gong Ying and said, "Just treat this place like home. If anything happens, come to me, not your sister. Your sister’s too soft-hearted. She can’t even argue with people. If anyone bullies you, I’ll stand up for you."
Gong Xue glared at him but didn’t argue back because it was the truth.
"Alright, if anything happens, I’ll come to you!"
Gong Ying didn’t hold back either, agreeing readily.
She glanced at the two of them, understanding the situation perfectly.
…………
Nighttime, in the apartment building.
Gong Ying naturally slept with her sister.
She sat on the sofa, soaking her feet in a small basin, and said enviously, "Sis, you’re so lucky. You live in such a big place all by yourself, no one to bother you, free and easy. I’m already in my twenties and still living with our parents."
"Then hurry up and get married, so you can get your own place."
"I haven’t found the right one yet. Besides, the country is encouraging late marriage now. I’m just following the call. But you, are you really going to find me a 'little brother-in-law'?"
"Stop talking nonsense! What 'little brother-in-law'? I…"
Gong Xue wanted to share some heartfelt words with her sister, but the words got stuck in her throat.
She shook her head and asked instead, "How are things in the crew? Are you getting along with everyone?"
"It’s all good. I get along best with Li Jianqun. Oh, let me tell you, she’s so talented. She can design clothes, design stages, and she’s great at painting. I’ve seen her oil paintings—wow, they’re professional-level."
"Is she an art major?"
"Yeah, from the Shanghai Theatre Academy!"
"Then I’ll have to find a chance to chat with her… It’s great to meet someone who can paint…"
Gong Xue smiled.
The art directors at the studio were all old-timers, so it was rare to meet a young person with similar interests.
She hoped they could get along.
The two chatted for a while before going to bed.
Not long after they lay down, Gong Xue suddenly covered her face, feeling embarrassed.
The familiar moaning sounds had started again.
At first, Gong Ying didn’t react, but then her eyes widened, and she whispered, "They, they…"
"It’s the young couple next door."
"This is so indecent! Do they do this every day?"
"About three times a week."
"Oh my, they’re out of their minds!"
Gong Ying, who had just been envying the apartment, now felt no envy at all.
She patted her sister’s head and sighed, "You’ve really suffered. It must be so hard for you."
"Stop it!"
Gong Xue pushed her hand away and lightly slapped her.
"Go to sleep, go to sleep. They’ll stop soon."
…………
The next day.
The crew got up early and headed to the studio to start preparing for makeup.
Li Jianqun was dressed in plain clothes, her long black hair tied up.
Her eyes, already like pools of autumn water, were accentuated by the makeup of a grieving widow, making her look even more pitiful and delicate.
Next to her, a boy and a girl were playing around—these were her children in the play.
The set had been prepared in advance.
This scene was about Qin Xianglian, who had failed in her lawsuit, settling in a small town near the capital.
There, she was targeted by a lustful innkeeper who tried to force himself on her.
Fortunately, Zhan Zhao, who was investigating a case nearby, discovered the situation and saved her in time.
"Xiao Chen is here!"
"Oh, Xiao Gong is here too!"
"Gong Xue is here!"
The entrance was bustling.
Li Jianqun perked up.
No matter how impressive Chen Qi was, he was still a behind-the-scenes guy.
For ordinary people, Gong Xue, who was at the peak of her fame, was the real idol.
She didn’t want to rush the makeup artist, but she was afraid Gong Xue might leave soon.
Just then, the two arrived, with Gong Ying following behind.
She introduced, "Sis, this is Li Jianqun!"
"Hello, hello! I’m a bit tied up right now, please forgive me!"
Li Jianqun was a little embarrassed but did her best to turn her head slightly to explain.
Gong Xue smiled and said, "No need to trouble yourself. Just focus on your makeup. Xiao Ying has mentioned you to me, saying you’re really talented in art."
"Not at all, I just dabble."
"You’re the professional. I’m the amateur. After filming today, if you don’t mind, why don’t you come to my dorm with Xiao Ying for a visit?"
"Sure, thank you for the invitation. I’ll definitely come!"
Li Jianqun happily agreed, thinking that Gong Xue was even more beautiful in person than in the movies, and her gentle demeanor left a great impression.
Chen Qi looked around.
Li Po and Zhou Jie weren’t there, but Wang Qun was.
However, he was already familiar with Wang Qun and didn’t feel the need to chat.
Gong Xue nudged him and said, "Why don’t you and Wang Qun come over for dinner tonight? The more, the merrier."
"You seem quite interested in that Li Jianqun, even inviting her to your dorm?"
"I heard she’s a professional artist. I want to exchange some ideas. Hey, why don’t we invite Director Yang and Teacher Wang too? What do you think?"
"Seven people? Will there be enough space?"
"We can squeeze in. I’ve already given you all my meat coupons. Do me a favor and go to the Overseas Chinese Store to buy some good food?"
"Alright, I’ll go later…"
Gong Xue noticed he seemed distracted and asked, "What are you looking around for?"
"I’m looking for that lecherous villain. Why hasn’t he shown up yet… Oh, here he comes!"
Chen Qi suddenly clapped his hands, almost laughing out loud.
Zhang Tielin walked in with a sullen face, followed by the clueless Xie Yuan.
The two were brought before Director Yang Jie.
"And you two are?"
"Hello, Director! I’m playing the innkeeper!"
"Hello, Director! I’m playing the waiter!"
"Ah, right, go get your makeup done!"
Gong Xue also laughed and asked, "Why do you always cast him in these kinds of roles?"
"Don’t you think he’s perfect for it? Those eyebrows, those eyes, that face—just add a fake mustache, and he doesn’t even need to act!"
When Chen Qi was writing the script for *Judge Bao*, he specifically wrote a role for "Emperor Dad," a treatment comparable to what Jet Li got.
Unfortunately, *The Tai Chi Master* hadn’t been released on the mainland yet, otherwise the whole country would have seen Emperor Dad’s heroic demeanor.
And it wasn’t just these two shows.
Emperor Dad would go on to play various lecherous villains in numerous films and TV dramas, earning him the title of "Natural Lecherous Saint," the 1980s version of a national-level adult film actor!
The crew busied themselves for a while, and filming officially began.
The scene was set in the inn’s guest room.
The two children were tied up, their mouths gagged.
Li Jianqun, who had learned some basic acting during her training, was making her debut and was extremely nervous.
But the good thing about TV dramas compared to movies was that they didn’t use film reels but tapes.
Otherwise, a show like *Romance of the Three Kingdoms*, with over 80 episodes, would never have been approved if they had to use film.
Even Jiang Wen wouldn’t dare waste resources like that.
"Ready!"
"Action!"
With Director Yang’s shout, the first scene of *Judge Bao* began filming.
Li Jianqun, nervous and flustered, fell onto the bed.
Zhang Tielin, however, instantly got into character.
With a fake mustache on his face, he rubbed his hands together and let out a lecherous laugh, delivering the iconic line Chen Qi had specially added:
"Hehe, my beauty, scream all you want! Even if you scream your lungs out, no one will come to save you!"
(End of chapter...)