Chapter 68: Start reading

The model turned 360 degrees in front of all the judges according to the rules of the competition, showing the makeup of the face.
A judge representing the top makeup company in Hong Kong stood up straight, squinted, looked at the model for half a minute, and then said to Mi Chen, "Is this really from your handwriting?"
"Yes." Mi Chen nodded.
Another judge from South Korea adjusted his sitting posture and asked in fluent English: "Can you elaborate on your idea or idea of ​​designing this makeup?"
Mi Chen took a breath, and she had no energy to speculate on what the judges thought of her. In fact, when she opened her makeup box, the outcome of fame and fortune no longer mattered to her. All she wanted was to reproduce the makeup she had conceived.
"The inspiration for this makeup comes from Pokerface. Asymmetrical forms are used on both sides to modify the model's face. It focuses on the transition of colors to form a light and shadow effect to strengthen the three-dimensional sense of the model's face."
Mi Chen's explanation is very short, she feels that all ideas are nothingness. Lin Runan said that no matter how clever your ideas are, only those that can be presented can be called "works".
As a judge, Kawakami Xunzi said, "I think this is a very good work, with creativity and beauty. The most important thing is that she has not forgotten that she is putting on makeup instead of painting. Makeup is to make someone look more Beauty, instead of turning his face into a palette. The focus is on a person ’s facial features, not the last color left. "
The other judges nodded one after another. They commented on Mi Chen's works very carefully, unlike the previous contestants, one-sided and empty.
The judges from South Korea started discussing makeup techniques with Mi Chen on the spot. For example, how to advance the shadow, how to elongate the facial features, and so on. The judges from Japan and Hong Kong are very interested in the concept idea of ​​Pokerface. This is not an exaggerated stage makeup, but a design made according to the model's face shape. It perfectly balances the incoordination of the model's face, and the asymmetric makeup obviously has a harmonious beauty.
Yu Yang and Bai Yihan watched Mi Chen's interaction with all the judges from under the stage. Yu Yang wrinkled his lips. "It seems that this time the single PK contest of Asian Makeup Awards, Mi Chen won."
Bai Yihan adjusted his sitting posture and looked at Mi Chen more carefully. She smiled brilliantly in the spotlight, holding a crystal trophy in her hand.
"Oh, after today, she will be more busy." Yu Yangchao Bai Yihan winked, "Don't blame me for depriving her of your date."
"It doesn't matter. Just looking at her like this, I already feel very good."
That night, Yu Yang conscientiously pushed away all the entertainment of Mi Chen, and Bai Yihan took Mi Chen to eat a sumptuous dinner.
Mi Chen climbed onto the edge of the restaurant's terrace, and Bai Yihan put down all the hands holding Mi Chen, "Mi Chen! This is very dangerous!"
The night wind lifted Mi Chen's hair, she lowered her head to look at the swimming pool a few meters below.
"It's nothing, Brother Bai. I won't fall."
"Many times, obviously sitting in the most dangerous place, we always think that it is safe." Bai Yihan put Mi Chen's hand on his shoulder and looked up at her, "Although you laughed brightly today, But I always feel that you are not really happy? Can you tell me what happened? "
Mi Chen shrugged his shoulders, "I just think ... it's all too easy."
"Are you worried that the judges praise you because of Lin Runan?"
"No, I don't think they can give other people this honor except to choose me. I am really deserved."
Bai Yihan smiled and flicked at the tip of Mi Chen's nose. "This is the first time I have seen you so confident."
"But I deserve it, but because of the other contestants ... and I don't seem to be the same at all ..."
"Not at a level? That's because you are really aura."
Mi Chen lowered her head, maybe she really had Reiki, but who knew that such Reiki would suddenly be worn away?
After she returned home with honors, many publishers hoped she could produce a make-up tutorial.
Compared to various entertainment programs and magazine interviews with Xingyao, Mi Chen is more willing to calm down and do something. So she agreed to Yu Yang to work with a senior fashion magazine in the industry to produce a make-up tutorial. For this book, Mi Chen was almost at home, studying the house full of cosmetics. Bai Yihan often visits her and communicates with her.
His patience and thoughtfulness made her learn a lot.
It is often Mi Chen who sits on the sofa and types with a laptop, while Bai Yihan reads the book quietly. Or, Mi Chen simply used makeup samples from the magazine to show his talents on Bai Yihan's face. Sometimes Mi Chen didn't want to type, or when she was embarrassed by her ugly father's attainments in Chinese, Bai Yihan would take over the computer and type for her.
Bai Yihan didn't have any deliberate closeness. On the contrary, the feeling of being free but accompanied by others made her feel at ease.
After finishing the draft of this book, Mi Chen felt very happy, because it was not just a book she wrote, but more like a thing she and Bai Yihan completed together. The manuscript was sent to the magazine, but what made Mi Chen unexpected was that in addition to some basic techniques of makeup, other things were changed to unrecognizable, especially Mi Chen's evaluation of some products of certain makeup brands, almost Be deleted.
In addition, many brand recommendations have been added. For these brands, Mi Chen either feels that it is not very easy to use, or has not studied it at all.
"Yu Yang! The manuscript has been changed too far! How is this different from the beauty books on the market? Will readers pay for such books? And many cosmetics are not easy to use! I think the other party is a professional fashion magazine , They accepted the sponsorship of the make-up brand and just advertised through my book. Was it too utilitarian? "
"Mi Chen, this is a normal thing in China. Your book publishing and printing needs funds. These funds come from these makeup brands. You are different from the female stars who produce skin care books. You are a makeup artist. In the eyes of the public, they represent professional characters. When the time comes, a new bookmark sale will be held. At the signing meeting, you will make makeup for several female readers and show your skills, even if these skills are not what they can grasp. I will also pay to buy books. Oh, I have contacted Liao Bing, she is very willing to promote your book! And Zhao Xian of Dynasty Films, you do n’t know how red she is now, that ’s how I heard you write The book is published, and others say they want to go to Weibo to promote it for you! "
Mi Chen held his eyes and said to Yu Yang, word by word: "I am writing a book to write a real book that can improve the makeup skills of ordinary girls, not an advertisement!"
Yu Yang sighed, "Okay, Mi Chen. There is always a gap between reality and ideals. If you are looking at a book that teaches makeup, then readers might as well go to the makeup school. The magazine agency helps you revise the manuscript, except for In addition to their own interests, it is also for you to establish a good relationship with major makeup brands. If you offend these brands, who will invite you to various makeup activities in the future? Every circle has it Rules. You do n’t want to think about it now. I think this book has been modified very well, and the content is much more substantial. I read the layout and it is very beautiful. Readers will love it.
"What? Even the typesetting is out? I haven't made sure yet!"
"Trust me, this is fine. Go to bed early, Mi Chen. When you get the book, I promise you will like it too. I still have things to talk about. See you tomorrow."
Yu Yang hung up the phone, and Mi Chen froze there for a long time.
She asked her to go to bed early, but how could she fall asleep? Yu Yang has arranged everything, even if there is no place for it, she originally wanted it.
She told Bai Yihan about it. Perhaps Bai Yihan experienced more, so it is more calm and calm to deal with similar things.
"Mi Chen, if this is the case, you need to have a good chat with Yu Yang. She is indeed your agent, planning everything for you, but she must also consider your thoughts. But anyway, there is a saying she said It ’s good, I hope you can establish a good relationship with these makeup brands. One more friend, one enemy. "
Bai Yihan's voice calmed her mind.
But I don't know why, Mi Chen always felt empty.
The next day, she arrived at Xingyao very early. Now the staff in Xingyao, even some artists, see Mi Chen's attitude is very different from the past. There was even a newcomer who bought coffee specifically for Mi Chen. During the chat, he proposed to invite Mi Chen to make makeup for himself. Mi Chen could not respond to the party according to his wishes, but also put forward his own opinions on the other party's suitable makeup style.
Mi Chen finally carried the coffee to the rooftop on the top floor.
I don't know why, she misses the sky on the top floor, it seems to be within reach, but it is very far away.
She stood on the first step, looked at the city buildings that stretched to the distance, closed her eyes, and took a deep breath.
Today the wind is very strong, the hair is messy, and the clothes are blown to hunt.
When she planned to step back and leave, she stepped on the left foot and fell backwards.
The moment of weightlessness, panic freezes her heart.
Just when she closed her eyes and looked at the gray sky, someone pressed her back.
Firm and decisive, all shaking is meaningless.
Even if she straightened her body, her shoulders still felt the strength of her finger.
Mi Chen turned around and saw Li Mojun.
At that moment, a certain emotion flooded her heart, even if she tried to suppress it, she still rushed wildly.
However, she could only stand there foolishly.
"It's very windy today, you shouldn't come up."
It's still that simple and concise, without any emotional fluctuations between words.
"So why did you come up?"
How long has she not seen him in person? How long hasn't he spoken to him like this?
"I just intend to smoke a cigarette."
Li Mojun's face has a consistent desireless and indifferent expression, but his eyes have the most touching outline.
"Thank you for letting Mr. Lien send me the shoes."
"Nothing, Ansel designed it for you."
"But you reminded him to design for me."
"Why did you come to the rooftop?" Li Mojun asked straight out, which is really his style.
Mi Chen pulled the corner of her lips helplessly, and there was a whisper in her ears. She didn't know if the other party could hear what she said, even she didn't understand what she meant. She wants to find comfort? Want to ask for approval? Or simply want to talk to him?
"I wrote a book about make-up techniques and collaborated with the fashion magazine" Chao Xiang ". But" Chao Xiang "changed my manuscript into an advertising book and praised all the makeup sponsors. I I expressed my objections to the agent, but it didn't seem to be taken seriously by her. Maybe, I should say 'no' to her in a more clear and strong way. "
Li Mojun turned around and looked at Mi Chen leaning against the rooftop, which was clearly looking up, but Mi Chen had the illusion that he was about to fall into the other party's eyes from the cloud.
"Although I used to want you to learn to say" no ", many times, persuading the other party is a more complete way to solve the problem than" saying no. "" Chao Xiang "should be a voluntary request to cooperate with you, which means The name 'Michen' has a certain influence on the public. If you say, many people will believe it. This is your strength and capital. Don't waste this capital. "Li Mojun raised his hand and took Michen's coffee , "You don't need coffee to keep you awake. You will want to say 'no' to show that you are already awake."
When Mi Chen recovered, Li Mojun had already gone.
She still stood alone on the rooftop for an hour, but when she left, there was a certain strength in her heart.
Then she smiled helplessly.
Even if she no longer stood by him, he always affected her all the time.
And she didn't want to lose his "influence" on her at all.
She really became addicted to him.
These days when she is alone, she will think of him unconsciously.
What is he doing? Who are you filming with? What is his makeup artist? Does he think of her occasionally?
Seeing him again, he didn't change a bit.
Even his influence on her has not diminished at all.
This is terrible.
She may think that he has less time, but when she thinks of him, she feels more hard.
She called and invited Yu Yang to the cafe.
Yu Yang has been on the phone from entering the cafe to sitting down. Mi Chen did not urge her, but waited for her to finish the call.
"Michen, why did you ask me to come here? If you have work-related issues, you can tell me directly in the company."
Mi Chen shook his head. "It's about you and me. I don't want any irrelevant people to hear or they come to point me to the mountains."
Yu Yang froze for a moment, she understood the meaning of Mi Chen. Mi Chen is gently telling her that what she wants to say next may challenge Yu Yang's self-esteem.
"Okay, you said." Yu Yang tuned his phone to silent.
"I do n’t agree to put those makeup ads in my book. I need it to be a pure introduction to makeup techniques. If" The Trend "magazine must introduce those makeup brands in my book, then I will not Participating in any publicity activities will also declare on my Weibo that all introductions about make-up brands are not self-willed. "
"Mi Chen, why are you doing this!" Yu Yang spread his hands and looked at Mi Chen with an incomprehensible look.
"The reason is very simple, Yu Yang, don't just look at the benefits in front of you! Don't squander the public's trust in me at once! These makeup brands are easy to use and not easy to use, and will soon be circulating on the Internet, everyone will be right They make comments. By then, it ’s not just them, but me. I cherish my credibility as a professional makeup artist. I do n’t advertise any makeup brands easily. If I praise a certain brand, it must be Because this brand is worthy of my recommendation. In this way, what I say I do will be regarded as a treasure rather than a collection of money for advertising. "
Yu Yang took a breath, "In principle, your concerns are not wrong. But many make-up artists do this, and no one is really scolded by the dog bloody, and many people still believe their recommendation! "
"Then consider it from a commercial point of view. If as long as there are brands willing to pay, I am willing to say good things to them, then I will soon be reduced to a cheap advertising version. Yu Yang, the reason why things are rare is that you understand Right? So why should I devalue myself? The more I refuse to speak for them, the more they will look at me. Like those high-end restaurants, they are desperately chasing the star rating given by Michelin because it is theirs Glory. I hope my recommendation and evaluation will not only add icing to these makeup brands, but become something that they feel proud of. As long as the public believes in me, even if I refuse to advertise these makeup brands, you think they are Enemy against me, or chase me? "
Yu Yang paused. She looked at Mi Chen with incredible eyes. For a long time, she said a sentence: "Being your agent is a matter of ability. Are you really sure this is the case?" "
Mi Chen nodded, "And I believe in your ability to make this matter a positive publicity, right?"
Yu Yang smiled, "You really have grown a lot. You are more confident and think more."
Hearing what Yu Yang said, Mi Chen suddenly felt like a sea and a broad sky.
That evening, when Mi Chen and Bai Yihan were having dinner together, Bai Yihan made an Angus steak to Michen.
"This is a reward for you."
"What reward?" Mi Chen asked curiously.
"Reward you to convince Yu Yang decisively and very firmly." Bai Yihan poured a glass of red wine for Mi Chen personally, and looked at her very seriously, "Mi Chen, I really didn't think you could make Yu Yang change his mind She deliberately disclosed to the media that you declined the sponsorship of the makeup brand. Many people are praising you as a principled makeup artist, and many people support your ideas. The public's attitude makes "Trend Thoughts" have to agree. Use your manuscript. "
"What about those makeup brands? Are they dazed?"
"Of course they are angry. But Kawakami makeup sales in the country have increased because it is currently a makeup brand that you have personally used and evaluated for you. This becomes a guide and they will only want you to speak for them more. You succeed He kept his bottom line. This also worried me. "Bai Yihan looked at Mi Chen with his chin in his chin.
"What's wrong?" Mi Chen asked puzzled.
"Because I will feel that I can't hold you, you are firm, persistent, and have your own ideas, and I no longer need my protection."
Mi Chen smiled, "Brother Bai, firm, persistent, and having his own ideas, is it my merit?"
"of course."
"Since it is my advantage, it must be that you appreciate it. Brother Bai. I am developing the part you admire. You should appreciate me more!"
Bai Yihan lowered his head and laughed out loud, "My Xiaomi grain, you really can talk more and more!"
"Ah?" Mi Chen was praised for the first time and could speak.
Bai Yihan smiled, "You used‘ appreciation ’instead of‘ like. ’You are worried that I wo n’t get a response to your feelings, so you carefully distance yourself.

Mi Chen swallowed.
"But I'm not angry. I know what your level of Chinese attainment is. I chew the words for me to show that I am important to you."
Mi Chen looked at Bai Yihan, his eyes were open.
For the first time, she felt like a devout dream in the man's eyes.
All dreams are ‘possible’. She must be careful, even if this dream is only a dream in the end, she must try to keep it from breaking apart.
Yu Yang exerted her versatile ability. She did not rush to contact the magazine "Trend Thought" in the first time, but invited people to build momentum in major media. According to "unknown" sources, the cutting-edge makeup artist Mi Chen has been stranded because of following his own principles. The reason is that the major makeup brands want to make in-built advertisements. Mi Chen was very distressed and even had a slight depression.
Kawakami Cosmetics of Japan happened to be discussing an image agency in China. When a reporter asked what she thought about the makeup artist Mi Chen's refusal to recommend a makeup brand in the new book, Mrs. Xunzi smiled, "This shows that Mi Chen respects the profession of makeup artist. , I am very honored to find Kawakami herself with Mi Chen. Our Kawakami cosmetics will not be advertised in her new book. But she is still our special makeup artist who shoots all prints and film and television advertisements. Her makeup skills are The perfect promotion for our products. "
Mrs. Xunzi ’s attitude has been widely recognized. Her openness and respect for professionals have greatly increased the public ’s favorability, and it has also made the "Taiwan" magazine feel the pressure from the society. They have to compromise, saying that they will not make up any makeup. Advertisement was added to Mi Chen's new book.
To thank Mrs. Xunzi, Mi Chen specially invited her to drink a Chinese morning tea.
"You don't need to thank me specially because someone asked me to say that." Mrs. Xunzi smiled with tea.
"Somebody pleases you? Who is it?"
"Can't you really guess?" Mrs. Xunzi smiled impliedly.
"Who?" Mi Chen frowned. Is it Yu Yang? Or Bai Yihan?
Mrs. Xunzi sighed, "It's Li Mojun."
Mi Chen froze, turned out to be Li Mojun? How could it be Li Mojun? This guy clearly said nothing more about everything that had nothing to do with him. He even asked Mrs. Xunzi for himself.
"Miss Mi Chen, from the first time I saw him in the clubhouse in Shinjuku, I knew how much he cared about you."
"Mrs. Xunzi, you misunderstood, I ..."
"I haven't misunderstood anything. I have reached this age. When you can't see clearly, I have already experienced it." Mrs. Xunzi's palms covered Mi Chen's chest, "Child, when you are confused, don't To think about what you should do, it ’s better to ask yourself frankly. "
Mi Chen subconsciously clasped her fingers. There was a land in her mind that had forgotten to irrigate, quietly withered in the floating colors. It's just that when she heard the man's name, even if she thought of the cold voice of his desireless face, the barren and tiny place where countless flowers bloomed instantly filled the whole heart.
And countless voices of thanks in the bottom of my heart are the only things she can do to him now.
The listing of Mi Chen's new book is much smoother than expected. Not all the girls mentioned the book of Mi Chen, and they thought it was simply "The Book of Classics". The first print was sold out within a week, and even publishers in other Southeast Asian countries expressed their desire to translate and distribute it overseas. As Mi Chen said, although there are no makeup ads in her book, there are more makeup brands hoping to invite Mi Chen to participate in the new product launch.
Among the many makeup brands, Michen chose to participate in the launch of a new makeup brand "Yue Se".
But on the same day, Mi Chen received a call from Yu Yang.
"Mi Chen! I have one thing to tell you. The original endorsement female star was Lin Yiyi, but a middle school student who was injured by a drunk driving last night was sent to the police station! Her endorsement has ended!"
"So today's press conference will also be cancelled?" Mi Chen felt sorry for "Happy Color".
"No! Yue Se temporarily signed another first-line actress!"
"What? Who is it?"
"Li Zhezhe!"
Mi Chen was stunned slightly. Suddenly, Li Zhezhe's words about Bai Yihan and her inexplicable hostility came to her mind.
Before the start of the press conference, Mi Chen went to the bathroom, where she met the mirror and arranged her makeup.
Glancing at Mi Chen from the mirror, Li Zhezhe did not look back.
"It's funny, right? You will be put on makeup in a while, all of these makeup will be removed, I will still subconsciously replenish myself."
"Maintain a perfect image, it's nothing." Mi Chen didn't want to talk too much with the other party.
"Oh, by the way, congratulations on your admiration for Bai Yihan. He has put a lot of thought on you."
Mi Chen sighed impatiently, "Miss Li, what the do you want to say, why not finish it all at once?"
Li Zhezhe turned around, leaning on the sink, "Are you satisfied with everything Bai Yihan gave you?"
"Baiyi means everything to me?" This statement made Mi Chen inexplicable. "Even if we are together now, it doesn't mean everything I gave him, right?"
Li Zhezhe's finger pinched on Mi Chen's face, "Why? Those makeup dealers were not his referrals for you? Those shows you participated in did not have a white meaning behind your back? Your book was recommended by so many female stars It depends on whose face you do n’t know? He sent all his success and fame to you. Why do you think it is? "
Mi Chen was even more unhappy. Bai Yihan has been encouraging her to help her, but this is completely different from sending success to her.
"No success can be given to others by others, Miss Li."
Mi Chen felt that it didn't make any sense to continue talking with the other party. She was about to leave, but was dragged by Li Zhezhe.
"Don't you understand? Mi Chen, he is bribing you with success, paralyzing you, and keeping you locked up with joy."
"He is not such a person." Mi Chen's expression chilled.
"Then give it a try. If you say you want to leave here to go to Europe? Did n’t your teacher ever invite you? Do n’t you want to know his reaction? Do you think he will encourage you? Or here, by his side. , Keep you with more illusions of achievement? "
"I don't think we need to talk anymore." At that moment, Mi Chen's heart filled with bone-cold coolness.
But this release show, Mi Chen's mood has not been affected by Li Zhezhe. After participating in so many shows and makeup contests, she became easier to concentrate. She can easily abandon all external interference and immerse herself in her world.
Li Zhezhe's makeup is very successful and has been well received in major fashion magazines.
But Mi Chen also found that he was becoming more and more indifferent to such praise. Sometimes Yu Yang sent the magazine and the report to her, she just put it aside.
This night, Bai Yihan invited her to her apartment and cooked a sumptuous French meal.
Mi Chen and Bai Yihan sat opposite each other and the two chatted.
"Mi Chen, I heard Yu Yang say, have you been interested in work recently? What's wrong, do you think it's not challenging?"
"One thing. I think these domestic competitions and programs are too utilitarian. Brother Bai, I want to go to Europe next month."
Bai Yihan's eyes narrowed slightly, "What's wrong? Suddenly thinking of going to Europe? You seem to have a domestic makeup seminar next month? Very seniors and rookies in the colorful makeup industry want to communicate with you."
"But in Milan, there is a makeup show for five major brands, and I really want to see it! There is a cutting-edge skincare brand KD in the UK who sends me an invitation, hoping that I can make up their models! At the press conference, I can see for myself Now the most advanced makeup skills and ideas! "
Mi Chen raised his head and looked at Bai Yihan's profile.
"Really! Then you should really take a look! Since you have such a good opportunity, you have to communicate with Yu Yang and push the next month's itinerary off. I will go with you. So we can watch See Milan Cathedral, stroll through the arcade of Victoria II, and La Scala. "Bai Yihan lowered his head and squeezed Mi Chen's nose.
Mi Chen smiled happily. Look, Brother Bai is supporting her! It was not what Li Zhezhe said at all, what success and fame to buy her.