Chapter 203
**Chapter 220: I Still Prefer This One More**
Seeing the crowd's lackluster enthusiasm, Li Mo cleared his throat and said in a loud voice,
“Ahem, since this is an awards ceremony, there must be prizes, such as Xuanjing (mystical crystal)!”
As soon as he finished speaking, Qian Bufan halted in his tracks. One could only say that he was indeed a master of the inner scene; he came to a sudden stop and executed a perfect 180-degree turn to sit back down, without a hint of awkwardness.
“Of course, this includes but is not limited to the finest Four Treasures of the Study...”
Ouyang backed up into the scene, “It’s our first awards ceremony, I’m determined to make it a success.”
“Rare alchemical treasures, heavenly materials and earthly treasures...”
Xue Jing clapped his hands, quickly grabbing the tea leaves that had been set aside.
“Ah, it seems we have quite a bit of aged brew from twenty or thirty years ago.”
Shang Wu straightened up, suddenly wide awake:
“Precious disciple, do you need a prize presenter? How about me?”
Her speed was so quick that even Xue Jing couldn’t help but show a hint of confusion, “Weren’t you asleep?”
“You’re one to talk! Aren’t you supposed to be refining pills?” Shang Wu shot back.
Xue Jing fell silent for a moment, then said, “...I suddenly remembered that refining pills requires the right timing, location, and harmony among people. The auspicious moment hasn’t arrived yet.”
Shang Wu turned her gaze back to Qian Bufan.
Qian Bufan, ever the smooth talker, raised the kettle in his hand:
“I just noticed the tea was running low, so I was thinking of refilling it.”
Shen Yunfei chimed in, “I see the table is dirty; I’ll wipe it down.”
Ouyang added, “The floor is dirty; I’ll sweep it.”
Everyone found their own tasks.
“Huh?”
Xu Yi, just back from the restroom, was dumbfounded.
Xu Xiaoer felt he was facing a massive employment crisis.
Thus, under the patient and earnest guidance of classmate Li, the first Best Actor Golden Statue Award of Qingyuan Sect officially commenced!
As the host of the awards ceremony, classmate Li wore a meticulously crafted smile:
“First up, the Best Actor!”
He started with a bubbly tone.
Such a heavyweight right off the bat?
The crowd couldn’t help but feel the gravity and excitement of the moment, each person sitting up straight.
“He, in the Black Tower, captivated everyone with his brilliant performance, successfully stunning all upon his entrance.”
“Ladies and gentlemen, his acting skills are evident to all; he displayed remarkable composure and confidence, providing a decisive impact on the entire performance!”
“And not only does he exude charisma, but he’s also quite handsome.”
Li Mo paused here.
Theoretically, this was where an advertisement should come in.
But he had no idea what to advertise.
So he could only look at everyone with a mysterious smile.
“Hey, is there really any controversy here?” Qian Bufan shook his head.
Xue Jing nodded and laughed, “Indeed, there’s nothing to guess; the Best Actor is naturally...”
The two exchanged glances and said in unison:
“Me.” x2
The word was the same, but the people were not.
“Ha ha, Old Xue, you’re so ordinary; why are you so confident?”
“Old Qian, I’m not saying this to you, but your body is as wide as it is long, like a ball; how can you have the nerve to speak?”
“Do you even know what ‘slightly plump ceiling’ means? Not convinced? Let’s settle this one-on-one!”
“Are you scared?”
Xue Jing and Elder Qian were both exuding an air of confrontation, and it looked like a fight was about to break out.
Just then, classmate Li, the host, announced:
“After a rigorous voting process...”
“The Best Actor is... me.”
The two elders, who were on the verge of a brawl, along with the rest of the crowd, turned to see classmate Li pointing at himself.
Huh?
“No way.”
Xue Jing exclaimed, “Aren’t you the host? How can you award yourself?”
Qian Bufan added, “This is shady; how was this vote cast?”
But Li Mo had a reason that left everyone speechless, one that they had to acknowledge.
“I’m the only sponsor of this ceremony.”
“......”
The two elders sat back down.
Why didn’t you say that earlier?
Thus, Shang Wu personally presented the pure gold statuette, crafted by Li Mo using the Eight Treasures Pill, infused with the essence of gold and stone, shining brilliantly.
The little golden statue bore an uncanny resemblance to a certain big-headed doll that was being used as a microphone.
“It’s glowing... glowing little Brother Li...”
Princess Xiao Jiang blinked, nervously clutching the hem of her dress.
But then she remembered she hadn’t gone to the Drizzle Tower.
She probably wouldn’t receive an award...
She turned her head and noticed Sister Bing was also looking at the little statue.
Ying Bing felt a bit strange.
She realized she was gradually becoming interested in this awards ceremony.
Images of Li calling her name and her going up to receive an award flashed in her mind...
Even more anticipated than seeing her name on the Qianlong List.
It was clearly a rather dull affair...
Soon, the awards for Best Supporting Actor (Elder Qian), Best Cinematography (Ouyang), and a hodgepodge of other awards were all handed out.
“Now we’re about to present the grand finale of the evening. Ah, familiar viewers will know what’s coming.”
“Indeed, it’s the Best Actress!”
As soon as classmate Li finished speaking, Xu Yi and Senior Xiaobao, who had somehow made their way to the second floor, raised their luminous pearls and used polished lenses to amplify their light, creating a spotlight effect.
The Best Actress...
Only two women had attended that day.
One was our beautiful master, and the other was the ice princess.
Thus, the spotlight swung back and forth between the two, tugging at the hearts of everyone present, making them all tense.
At that moment, Li Mo walked down and handed the little golden statue to Shang Wu.
“The Best Actress is... Shang Wu...”
“Yay!”
Shang Wu had already started cheering.
Ying Bing frowned slightly.
“Next to her is Ying Bing.”
Shang Wu’s smile froze at the corners of her mouth.
“I refuse to accept this! My performance that day was evident to all; if it weren’t for me leading the charge, how would there have been so many assassins taking orders?”
Shang Wu slammed the table, protesting to the organizers.
Li Mo cleared his throat, “Master, that wasn’t acting.”
“What was it then?”
“It was called unleashing one’s true nature.”
Everyone nodded in agreement; indeed, Shang Wu had no acting skills involved.
The beautiful master was left speechless, pouting and glaring at her precious disciple, clearly upset.
The latter mentioned there was also a Best Participation Award, with the prize being fine wine, which finally made Shang Wu relent.
Li Mo grinned, “Surprised? Unexpected?”
“Just give it to me.”
A glimmer of satisfaction flashed in Ying Bing’s eyes as she extended her delicate hand.
“Here.”
As the little golden statue landed in her hand, Ying Bing looked down for a few seconds.
It was heavy and cool to the touch.
There were many awards, and everyone present had at least one.
She paused, then reached out again.
“Huh?”
Classmate Li, who had just sat down, looked puzzled.
“There’s only one trophy for Best Actress.”
“It’s not a trophy.”
Ying Bing gently picked up the big-headed doll next to him.
It still seemed to carry a lingering warmth.
“I still prefer this one more.”
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**Chapter 221: The First 'Second Fool' of the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths in the Group Photo**
The final segment of the awards ceremony was, of course, everyone taking a group photo.
Thus, the task of photography was entrusted to our Best Cinematographer, Senior Ouyang, whose sketching skills were comparable to a human printing press.
Everyone stood in front of the counter, each holding a little golden statue, even Xu Xiaoer received the ‘Best Atmosphere Group’ award.
Oh...
Princess Xiao Jiang stood a little distance away, empty-handed.
She nervously clutched the hem of her dress, holding her little backpack, gazing longingly and enviously.
She hadn’t gone with Brother Li to the Listening Wind Tower.
So she didn’t get an award.
In truth, she really wanted the little golden statue of Brother Li; if anyone discarded it, she would pick it up...
But looking at the shiny little golden statue, it seemed she might not get a chance...
Clang—
A little golden statue suddenly fell to the ground.
Jiang Chulong looked up in confusion.
She saw Li Mo looking up at the sky, curiously saying:
“Where’s my little golden statue?”
Jiang Chulong picked it up, about to say something, when she noticed Li Mo winking at her.
“Chulong has an award too, you know.”
“What... what is it?”
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