Chapter 473: Chapter 473

After finishing her makeup, Qiao Xi arrived at the film festival venue with Bei Bei.

She still had to walk the red carpet.

A few days before the festival, Director Qian specifically told Qiao Xi to dress beautifully, as beautifully as possible.

Even overshadowing other actresses was acceptable.

But when had Qiao Xi ever dressed unimpressively?

Qiao Xi had never failed with any of her red carpet looks.

Her red carpet styles were the kind that could create buzz.

With her natural beauty, she always had a place on the trending searches.

But Director Qian’s words carried a deeper meaning, and Qiao Xi seemed to hear the unspoken words in his heart.

Bei Bei looked around, "Sister Xi, it’s almost your turn, but we haven’t seen Teacher Xu yet."

The male lead for the evening was also present.

Qiao Xi was to walk the red carpet with Xu Anfeng.

Qiao Xi said calmly, "He’ll be here soon."

Bei Bei, grinning, said, "Your brother-in-law is waiting inside for you, Sister Xi. Your look tonight is going to be killer again."

Tonight, Qiao Xi wore a long red strapless gown.

The gown had layers of red tulle, highlighting her slender waist and beautifully accentuating her figure.

As she moved, her delicate legs peeked out from the swirling skirt.

The lace-up straps had a unique design, balancing between sexy and neutral.

It also had a touch of sweet wildness.

It was indeed a mix of different styles, but on her, it didn’t look out of place at all.

Under the lights, she was stunningly beautiful, absolutely radiant.

Actually, Bei Bei didn’t think the dress was that stunning, but on her Sister Xi, it was divine!

"Just now, your brother-in-law asked me to send him your photos," Bei Bei said with a star-struck expression.

Shen Dang was also attending the film festival tonight but hadn’t come with Qiao Xi as he had other commitments and had arrived earlier with Sheng Chao; he was now in the auditorium.

Qiao Xi looked at Bei Bei, smiling gracefully, "Did you send them?"

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Bei Bei, looking at her sister’s smiling face, hesitated for a moment, "Should I not have sent them?"

"Not at all," Qiao Xi shook her head, her smile radiant, "I was just saying you could send more if you wanted."

She felt shown up again.

She was just a single person, what had she done to deserve this?

Why did they have to pry open her mouth and shove dog food down her throat?

Tonight’s film festival was highly anticipated.

The entire venue was brightly lit, witnessing one star after another walk the red carpet.

The event was being recorded and live-streamed simultaneously.

As Qiao Xi and Xu Anfeng stepped onto the red carpet, she remained as elegant and beautiful as always, even the lights seemed to shine just for her.

It was Xu Anfeng’s first time walking the red carpet, and he was not at all intimidated.

After signing with GK, Xu Anfeng had acted as a male lead in a movie, which was well-received.

His tough-guy image was getting stronger, and Qiao Xi heard many people shouting Xu Anfeng’s name around them.

He truly deserved credit for all his efforts.

Both wore smiles on their faces, and the moment Qiao Xi appeared arm in arm with Xu Anfeng, the cheers were non-stop.

The live broadcast camera was focused precisely on Qiao Xi.

Her appearance brightened everyone’s eyes as if elevating their vision.

[My goodness, Xi Bao is so beautiful!]

[Every one of Qiao Xi’s outfits is stunning, her team is amazing!]

[The goddess should wear red more often!]

[That twist went straight to my heart!]

[Qiao Xi is the most beautiful.]

[The only one who can surpass Qiao Xi is the next new look of Qiao Xi.]

[Why haven’t I seen Boss Shen?]

[Boss Shen is down there feeling jealous.]

[Our sister is seriously drop-dead gorgeous, how can she match so well with Xu Anfeng?]

[Guys, don’t randomly ship CP in front of me, be careful or Boss Shen might show up at your door with a knife!!!]

Staff led the two to their seats.

The magnificent hall was filled with many handsome men and beautiful women.

As far as the eye could see, most were faces Qiao Xi recognized.

Su Tutu had finished her red carpet walk earlier and was now sitting with Sheng Chao, waving to her.

Naturally, Qiao Xi sat with Xu Anfeng, and naturally, Shen Dang had arranged his seat next to hers.

With cameras trained on them, they were open and at ease, Shen Dang even held Qiao Xi’s hand, the diamond ring sparkling brilliantly.

Shen Dang turned his head slightly, "Wife, you look beautiful tonight."

"Boss Shen looks very handsome tonight too."

Complimenting each other was easy.

Qiao Xi’s cool phoenix eyes shimmered slightly, and when she smiled, it was as if stars twinkled in her eyes.

The camera captured the most beautiful smile of the night.

Shen Dang whispered in her ear, audible only to them, "I’d be happier if you called me ’hubby’."

Qiao Xi ordinarily wouldn’t call Shen Dang ’hubby,’ only in uncontrollable moments would she do so.

Seeing him so bold, Qiao Xi gently pushed him away.

The ceremony was quite lengthy, but with Shen Dang there to chat, Qiao Xi didn’t find it dull.

Xu Anfeng, on the other hand, did not utter a word.

He sat firmly, silent, with a strong presence.

Qiao Xi looked at him, "Teacher Xu, are you nervous?"

Xu Anfeng turned his head, "No."

He just harbored the thought of not winning an award.

But he still held onto hope.

Qiao Xi smiled slightly, meaningfully, "Didn’t Director Qian ask you to dress more formally tonight?"

Xu Anfeng still replied, "No."

Qiao Xi immediately understood, guessing that Director Qian might not have revealed any news to Xu Anfeng.

"Teacher Xu will definitely get what he wishes."

The effort he put in would not be in vain.

As time passed, various awards were announced.

Until the most awaited and most anticipated awards arrived,

— Best Actor and Best Actress.

Xu Anfeng tensed up, growing suddenly nervous as the moment approached.

The host gazed at the audience, "Who is the 37th Hai City International Film Festival’s Best Actor? Let’s see the big screen!"

The big screen scrolled through clips from several nominated movies.

Xu Anfeng’s tough-looking face appeared, making people gasp.

He looked very handsome, properly so, as if just seeing him brought a sense of national peace.

His role in the drama perfectly embodied a sense of duty to family and country.

It was a very three-dimensional character.

The host and the presenter teased the audience, heightening everyone’s curiosity, before the presenter finally, holding an envelope, announced, "The winner of the Best Actor at the 37th Hai City International Film Festival is—Xu Anfeng!"

The camera instantly focused on Xu Anfeng.

Amid thunderous applause, Xu Anfeng confidently walked to the stage, ready to embrace his shining stardom.

With Best Actor awarded to Xu Anfeng for "Snowfield Ballet," would Best Actress also belong to Qiao Xi from the same movie?

Everyone, whether or not they had inside information, awaited the announcement of Best Actress.

The live stream was bustling.

[Xu Anfeng is Best Actor, a movie king! Incredible.]

[Heh, Xu Anfeng getting the award for war movies, right?]