The mysterious village of Baqi, after the broadcast of the program, attracted attention whether it was the village chief Xin Jinghe or Xin Hong, who was the last and only inheritor.
Although it was a deception to preserve Baqi Village in this way, seeing the "villagers" made of inflatable dolls and the story behind them was deeply moving.
Thus, the local government made special arrangements, designating the area as a traditional village and supporting its tourism development.
Many fans of "Courage" immediately signed up, eager to explore this mysterious and story-rich place from the show.
It can be said that everywhere "Courage" went became a popular spot, with many people flocking to visit, driving local tourism development. Of course, such "dividends" were seen as business opportunities by some.
Where there is profit, there are those who flock to it.
Huang Yanyan began to receive calls one after another, from people he knew and didn't know, from colleagues and company executives, as well as distant relatives, primary school classmates, and even childhood friends with whom he had shared accidents of wetting the bed in kindergarten…
All of them extended olive branches, inviting him to participate in programs, and incidentally to visit local enterprises, manors, or resorts.
In response, Huang Yanyan remained clear-headed, rejecting all offers, no matter what conditions were presented to him.
To everyone, he had only one line: he was a documentary filmmaker, not an advertiser.
Because of his stubborn and unyielding nature, he had inadvertently offended many people.
While contacting Xia Weiliang about charity fund issues, Meng Xiuyi suddenly asked, "How has Director Huang been recently?"
"Haven't seen him since we returned from Baqi Village. I heard he's busy, but I don't know with what."
Xia Weiliang had a good relationship with the production team, but everyone was usually busy, especially after returning, as they had to handle post-production, and there was little time for communication. She interacted with a few guests more often in their group chat, usually by pestering them.
Zhang Miaomiao rushed in like a gust of wind, "Ah! Director Huang, who beat you up like this?!"
Director Huang: "..."
Can't he be given some space to cover up?
Before anyone could answer, the door was pushed open again, "Director Huang!!!"
Xia Weiliang ran in with her hair dishevelled. Seeing Director Huang like this, her eyes immediately turned red, "Which bastard did this? Who beat you up like this! Was it a sack placed over your head and beaten in an alley?"
Everyone: "..."
Can they be so accurate?
Behind Xia Weiliang, Xiao Yi also entered, wearing sunglasses and a mask.
Seeing him, everyone was stunned, "Brother Yi is here."
"Brother Yi!"
Xiao Yi nodded to everyone, then removed his mask and glasses, furrowed his brow, and walked over, "Who did it?"
Director Huang pursed his lips and remained silent. Da Zhuang suddenly burst into tears, "Brother Yi, you must seek justice for my second uncle!"
Director Huang wanted to stop him, but Da Zhuang blurted it all out, "It was my grandmother's birthday, and my second uncle and I had just finished dinner. On the way back, a van appeared, grabbed my second uncle, and dragged him into the car. I couldn't catch up at all..."
The rest could be guessed. Huang Yanyan was beaten until he vomited blood. Kind passersby called the police, and he was immediately sent to the hospital for emergency treatment.
The few people listened, their fists clenched. Xia Weiliang gritted her teeth, filled with hatred, "Have you found out who it was?"
Da Zhuang shook his head, "Those people looked professional, all wearing masks, and the car was stolen. The police said it might be revenge, but my second uncle is dirt poor and has no bad habits. Who could be his enemy!"
Xia Weiliang paused and instinctively looked at Xiao Yi.
After learning that Director Huang was hospitalized, she contacted Xiao Yi immediately. He had stopped his work and driven directly to pick her up.
On the way, she recounted what Meng Xiuyi had told her.
"I've heard about it," Xiao Yi said. "Old Seven mentioned it too. 'Courage' is now a piece of fat meat. The immense profit it brings cannot be compared to ordinary advertising sponsorships." Su Dan Novel Network
So, upon seeing Director Huang, both of them understood.
Director Huang then spoke, "Oh, don't listen to his nonsense. It's not a big deal. Just a few thugs who were drunk and mistook me for someone else. I told the police the same thing!"
Da Zhuang wiped away tears, "Second Uncle, what can't you tell us? We know you're afraid of implicating us, and even more afraid of implicating the show!"
Everyone understood that once it was classified as a criminal case, it would inevitably affect the show, especially with the second phase of filming about to begin and the schedule tight. Director Huang would rather suffer himself than cause a disruption to the show.
Especially with his stubborn personality, the more trouble you caused, the better he would want to film it!
Director Huang narrowed his eyes and glared at him unthreateningly, then said, "In any case, I'm fine. In a few days, after I'm discharged from the hospital, we'll prepare for the next phase of filming, which will last for a week."
Xia Weiliang said exasperatedly, "How are we going to film? Carry you on a stretcher?"
Xiao Yi said softly, "It's good that you can be discharged from the hospital. I'm afraid you might not be able to leave."
Everyone was startled, their expressions changing.