"Sure," I glanced at the invitation, "it's that recently very popular Shanghai actress, Wu Jiayi."
"That's great, I love her movies the most!" But she paused, "It's such a pity, that day I have to lead a tour group. You go by yourself, and don't forget to get her autograph for me."
What's the point of me going then? I had no choice but to call Xu Dong and ask for time off.
"No way, if you don't come, it means you're not giving me face."
When it came down to saving face, I had no choice, so I got dressed up neatly as Xu Dong requested and went to the premiere that weekend.
Before the premiere was a cocktail party, and when I arrived, Xu Dong was already there, with the movie's leading actress Wu Jiayi by his side. I had seen her photo in the paper; in person, she looked a bit younger, but with heavy makeup on, she didn't look as stunning as she did on camera. Her attitude was very open; she shook my hand, "Hello, Jiayang, Xu Dong often mentions you."
