It was exactly 8 PM.
The final battle of "What is an Actor" officially began its live broadcast.
The audience and guests in front were completely unaware of what happened backstage, as the news was thoroughly sealed off.
The host began to transition.
At the same time, some opening videos were played to warm up the atmosphere.
These videos were all short clips and highlights from the Actor Cabin from a while ago, as well as some exciting moments captured during the charity gala.
At the same time.
In the conference room on the ground floor of the building.
The police had arrived.
Only Chen Feng and Ning Jia from the production team came down.
And the unconscious Little Mustache.
Zhuang Wei was there.
Additionally, experts from the Municipal Bureau's Criminal Investigation Department, and Wang Xun, the captain of the Criminal Investigation Brigade, had also arrived.
Wang Xun was a famous person.
He had the reputation of being one of the Four Great Constables of Jiangnan City.
In his forties, with a dark complexion, a square face, two rough broom-like eyebrows, and exceptionally sharp eyes.
Now, Luo Deyong's murder case was under his jurisdiction.
After inspecting the various tools on Little Mustache, photographing and scanning his true face, and sending the information back to the Municipal Bureau for identity verification, Wang Xun focused on Chen Feng.
"Chen Feng, how did you discover him?"
Chen Feng replied calmly, "In the corridor, he glanced at me twice, and I just felt his gaze was a bit lewd, so I paid attention to him."
"Lewd?"
Wang Xun asked in confusion, "How could he look at you in a lewd way? And why would a lewd gaze make you so wary?"
Chen Feng blinked, "Captain Wang hasn't watched our variety show, has he?"
Wang Xun said expressionlessly, "I don't watch those kinds of shows."
Chen Feng nodded, "That's right. Because I portrayed a Crossdresser in the variety show, so now online... there are a lot more male fans. Do you understand what I mean?"
Wang Xun: "..."
A line of black sweat appeared on his forehead.
This is so... outlandish.
But it's very reasonable.
Wang Xun frowned and looked at the lying Little Mustache again, feeling uncomfortable in his heart.
Because Chen Feng seemed to have answered something, and yet seemed to have answered nothing at all.
After thinking for a moment, he casually asked another question, "How did you knock him out?"
"I used my knee to hit the back of his neck, maybe I used too much force, and he fainted."
Wang Xun: "Are you sure you don't know him? Never seen him before?"
Chen Feng: "Never seen him before."
After speaking, he turned to look at Zhuang Wei beside him, "Officer Zhuang, the things on him, he must be a thief, right? I suspect he's with the person who searched my room, or perhaps it's him. So, he should also be related to Luo Deyong's murder case."
Zhuang Wei quickly gave an awkward smile and said, "Young man, just tell Captain Wang. Now, Luo Deyong's case is being handled by the Municipal Bureau's Criminal Investigation Department."
"Oh."
Chen Feng nodded.
He looked at Wang Xun.
Just as Wang Xun was about to speak, his phone suddenly rang, and he quickly picked it up and walked aside to answer the call.
A moment later.
He walked back, saying with a solemn expression, "This person's identity has been confirmed; he's a wanted fugitive. He's a master thief from Shanghai, who once stole jewelry and diamonds worth over a hundred million."
Chen Feng: "..."
Not surprising at all.
If there were still descendants of the Little Thief Gate in reality, they would certainly be involved in large-scale operations.
This was why Chen Feng didn't want to reveal his identity as the Dao Sect leader.
Times have changed.
In the past, the Dao Sect could still be heroes.
Now?
Even if you genuinely did good deeds, the reputation spread might not be good, and more often than not, there would be more people slandering you.
This guy in front of him was definitely finished.
Now that he's in the hands of the police, he'll likely be in jail for a long time.
The only hope now was that the police could get some clues about the stolen ink jade orchid from him.
... ...
A few minutes later.
The Little Mustache man was taken away by the police.
Chen Feng also followed Ning Jia back upstairs, because the official drawing of lots for grouping was about to begin.
The champions of the ten sub-districts officially took to the stage.
The entire venue erupted in cheers.
This season's program had already far surpassed the previous season in terms of excitement, so the number of fans was growing.
Every artist had their own fan base.
Especially Chen Feng, who had become popular across the country as a dark horse.
Now, he had clearly become a rising star.
After the host announced the process on stage, the drawing of lots finally began.
Ten contestants, paired up.
Soon, Chen Feng and the others received a colored card from the host.
The ten people lined up across the stage.
Then they revealed their cards.
A commotion immediately broke out in the audience.
Chen Feng was paired with Xu Nuo.
Little A Yi was paired with Li Jiayi.
Chu Ning was paired with Yu Zhiwen.
Han Tao was paired with Erma.
Finally, Tang Xin was paired with Tao Yilun.
The five showdown pairs were officially announced.
On the live streaming platform.
Fans engaged in heated discussions.
【Goodness, Xu Nuo against Chen Feng?】
【Xu Nuo is finished.】
【Agree with the above.】
【Sympathy for Xu Nuo for a second, he actually drew Chen Feng.】
【Netizens, the power of capital is infinite. Does anyone want to bet with me? Later, when we see the roles they draw, I guarantee that Chen Feng's role will definitely be abused.】
【Holy cow, now that the person above said that, I suddenly have a bad feeling too.】
【Does the production team dare to openly rig the show?】
【Is the person above watching the show for the first time? Hasn't Chen Feng encountered enough rigging on his way up?】
【Come on, big shot, predict the final top five. I'll go first. First group Chen Feng, second group Little A Yi, third group Chu Ning, fourth group Han Tao, fifth group Tang Xin.】
【Fifth group Tao Yilun, right?】
【Why isn't the fourth group Erma?】
【Can't the first group be Xu Nuo? I believe in the power of rigging.】
... ...
On the stage.
The ten people split into two groups, officially taking their numbers.
The first group was the showdown between Xu Nuo and Chen Feng.
The opening act was the main event.
Now, almost everyone was eagerly anticipating Chen Feng's performance.
As for Xu Nuo?
As long as there was no rigging, his elimination was a foregone conclusion.
Because his previous performances had been too mediocre.
The second group was Little A Yi and Li Jiayi.
There was almost no disagreement in this group.
Little A Yi's popularity and acting skills completely outshone Li Jiayi.
So, no suspense.
The third group was Chu Ning and Yu Zhiwen.
This group also had almost no suspense.
Although Yu Zhiwen had a lot of hype when she first appeared, with everyone saying she was Xing Ye's next starlet.
However, her later performances were disappointing.
Compared to the radiant, sophisticated girl from Shanghai, Chu Ning, it was like heaven and earth.
The fourth group was Han Tao and Erma.
This group had a lower discussion rate.
And they were evenly matched.
Because Han Tao had the backing of the Mahua Group, Erma's chances of winning were lower.
The fifth group was Tang Xin and Tao Yilun.
These two were even harder to judge.
Their backstage power was similar, and their overall comprehensive strength was also similar, making the outcome hard to predict.
It just depended on whose live performance was better.
The grouping was officially completed.
Next, the final battle officially began.
The first group remained on stage.
The other contestants left the stage.
Subsequently, Chen Feng and Xu Nuo chose the challenge topic and their respective roles.
The large screen scrolled.
Xu Nuo looked at Chen Feng, "Who's going to choose?"
Chen Feng replied calmly, "I don't care."
Xu Nuo: "Then I'll go."
After speaking, he walked directly to the computer and pressed the selection button.
The image on the large screen instantly stopped.
The topic for their showdown was 'A Day in an Athlete's Training Ground'.
Next, they chose their roles.
The screen continued to scroll.
Xu Nuo chose his role without hesitation.
When the screen stopped, a large, glaring word 'Coach' appeared on it.
Xu Nuo smiled.
He smiled triumphantly.
He was the coach.
Then his opponent would be the 'Athlete'.