The pinnacle of magic

Before the end of the fourth extra game of "Peak Showdown", someone suddenly broke out about the past between "Revealing the Secret Kid" and the magician, and accused him of intentionally framing the magician with nostalgia.Although the duel ended with the victory of the magician, the matter did not end because of this, but developed in the opposite direction.

The next day, the "Disclosure Boy" made a public speech on TV Y, accusing the magician of using improper means to earn profits with TV N.He claimed that everything he did was to defend the truth and justice, and further pointed the finger at the World Association of Magicians.He described the Society of Magicians as "a narrow-minded organization that does not think about progress, has no sense of public morality, and only knows how to share fraud experience."At the same time, he also listed the "deception" in several famous magic performances in recent years, declaring that even if he is the only one "fighting", he must let the public realize how the art of magic is "going to decay". Y station successfully portrayed the image of "Revealing the Secret Boy" as a lone ranger, a talented magician who is unwilling to join forces with the Magicians Association.And the "mortal enemy of fate" in his mouth - Miracle Angel Clifford.Huaish, on the other hand, was described as "a sleek and professionally packaged idol star".

The words of "revealing the secret boy" are like tearing open a hole in people's delusions.Since even being on TV can be cheated by bribery, wouldn't the magician use the same despicable means in his previous performance?In the less than three days since then, various "guesses" about the magician's past performances have been released.For several of the magician's most famous performances, there are even dozens of guessed versions.Although in the eyes of most people who have watched the live performance, these speculations are mostly nonsense, many people who have only heard of magicians have taken these difficult claims to believe it or not. No way.

For a while, sayings such as "Magic is not just using tricks to deceive people" and "I can do this kind of tricks" occupied most people's attention.

Of course, N TV station is not completely inactive in this matter.Under Rhett's arrangement, the magician's daily activities were several times more intensive than usual.However, almost all activities are aimed at promoting his personal image and increasing his exposure rate, but not to clarify the facts.He had to go on show after show, attend event after event, swear his innocence in the face of questioning, and vehemently clamored that he would get back at the "Secret Kid."For a while, it even became a sort of fashion to speak in a "Clifford accent" mixed with profanity.In order to further earn ratings, all the programs where the magician appeared, the part of asking him questions was pushed to the end. N station even organized a dance show for his assistants, and the magician only appeared for 1 minute at the end to thank the audience.

No matter what the outcome of this debate is, it cannot change the fact that the magician is already popular.No one can deny that, compared to an unknown and bankrupt ex-magician, Miracle Angel is still a high-profile existence even if it is controversial.

Soon, there was a large number of Clifford diehards on the Internet who claimed that "whether the show cheated or not, we just love him."After the magician mentioned on a certain show that the special ring on his left ring finger was an engagement ring made by his fiancée himself, diehards even rushed to make imitations and put them on their fingers to show their support for the magician... …

Due to constant "ambush" by reporters, the magician had to move out of the hotel and live in a secret villa provided by the TV station.All the magician's recent activities have become part of the war of words between the two TV stations, and the normal performance has been reduced by more than half.Although most of the female assistants are very free, Shi Rui, as the magician's "fiancée", has to accompany him to most night scenes, and play the role of pulling the "angry" magician away when appropriate.They just separated on the TV station this evening, and when Shi Rui finished dinner, the magician returned to the apartment in a mess.Apparently his journey back was not an easy one.

"Besieged by reporters again?" Shi Rui frowned.

"Worse." The magician shrugged. "Crazy fans. They almost got into a fight with the reporters. If I hadn't 'got mad' and smashed a camera just in time for them to start trying to comfort me instead , Tomorrow I will be on the headlines of the morning newspaper again. I even thought up the headline for them, 'Liar magician encourages brainless fans and reporters to fight', ha!"

"What does Rhett say? How long will it take for this to end?"

Shi Rui is very disapproving of the producer's insistence on keeping the image of the magician as irritable and irritable.The producer, who thinks he is proficient in audience psychology, believes that the more criticized Clifford's "vulgar" image is now, the easier it will be for his "sincerity" to be liked by the audience after the "Secret Revealer" is solved.Although he knew it was not unreasonable to make such a decision, Shi Rui couldn't control his state of mind.He hopes that the person he loves can stand in front of the world with his true colors, and he also hopes that he can share all the pressure for him.It's a pity that judging from the current situation, it is always the magician himself who bears the malicious attack like a storm.Fortunately, the magician is almost completely the type who gets more courageous after setbacks. Not only did he not see the slightest fatigue from those ice-blue eyes, the magician even had the leisure to pester him every night for "in-depth communication".

If I knew it earlier, I would not have taught the meditation method of Guben Peiyuan to the magician who has always been interested in meditation.This seems to make his physical strength better, and he is more willing to show his "violent" image in front of the public.

"Red... He was invited to participate in the TV station's board meeting yesterday. Although he can be a member of the board with his financial resources, it is unprecedented to attend as a producer. He is considered to be in the limelight. Yes. He said it will be done in a few more days, and it will be perfect if it lasts for another week. I think Y station is crying for their ratings! The 'Secret Kid' guy is so unphotogenic, It's an audience killer at any time, haha!"

"One more week." Shi Rui pursed his lips, "Do you want to eat?"

"Of course! I'm starving! The TV lunch buffet is shit compared to what you make!"

"I had lunch with you on the TV station." Shi Rui frowned, slightly dissatisfied with the magician's words.

"That's why I can eat it." The magician smiled flatteringly at him, "Rui, can you go somewhere with me later?"

Shi Rui: "There are still activities tonight?"

"No, no, no, I have to go to the association once." The magician explained, "I can't always be on the cusp of the storm, can I? The 'Revealing Mystery Boy' kept picking on the association's thorns, and yesterday he 'exposed' several times in one go." Personal performance, I think I need to find some 'allies' for myself."

Shi Rui nodded: "Okay, I'll go with you."

Under the persistent insistence of the magician, it took the two of them a full hour to finish everything on the dinner plate.Of course, most of this time was due to the fact that the magician was eating away the last bit of food slowly, even though his stomach was full but his eyes were not full.Shi Rui wondered if the magician would have to spend twice as long on fitness if he kept on eating like this.But thinking about it carefully, after discovering the upper limit of the magician's food intake, he always involuntarily eats enough, which is also a major reason for the magician's overeating.He was instantly relieved.

Shi Rui received a temporary visitor's nameplate at the entrance of the Magician's Association.

This was the first time he stepped into this tall four-story building.It is said that because of the preferences of the previous president, Lawrence, he decorated the whole building in a retro style, which feels like a cigar club.The current chairman is known for being low-key and efficient, so the original decoration style has been completely followed, but a little modern convenience elements have been added to the building.Looking at the complicated electronic locks on each door, Shi Rui seemed to see the reflection on the frame of Janet's silver glasses.

"Wait for me here?" Even a magician couldn't help but straighten his hair in front of the ubiquitous mirrors in the association before entering the president's office.

Shi Rui nodded: "Okay."

The magician pressed the call button on the electronic lock, turned the doorknob after a deep female voice said "Please come in" and walked into the room.

Sitting on the leather sofa, Shi Rui couldn't help recalling the only chance he had with the female president in the room.

He was old Johnny's temporary assistant then.The team suddenly got a very good opportunity to perform. Just when everyone was cheering for it, Old Johnny suddenly decided to lead the team away after learning who was the person who introduced the team to the other party.

That sudden parting, even thinking about it now, made Shi Rui sigh.He could see that old Johnny was a man with a past.Of course, at that time, he had no idea that standing in front of him was a famous magician who was once ranked among the top ten in the world.He couldn't imagine who could make this witty old magician dare not even meet him, and just wanted to escape.

But he didn't have time to think about it.He faces a difficult decision whether to go with him or to stay.He was a little reluctant to give up the comfort brought to him by Old Johnny and the team, but at the same time he was very clear that he hadn't completely let go of his prejudice against the Magic.

So, he finally chose to stay.It never occurred to him that after five years, he would stand so close to Magic again, and even have a magician as his significant other.

He met Janet the day after old Johnny left.At that time, the ranking of female magicians was already the second in the world.She claimed to be a disciple of Old Johnny.Of course, this is very easy to prove.Especially when she meticulously completed Old Johnny's favorite "Candy Magic", Shi Rui was already sure that her magic techniques were of the same origin as Old Johnny's.

Janet has hands like precision instruments.This is Shi Rui's deepest impression on female magicians.He had never seen anyone who could control finger movements so precisely.

The female magician asked him about old Johnny's recent situation.They talked all afternoon about all the performances that summer.The female magician finally exchanged contact information with him.Every Christmas thereafter, he would receive a card from the female magician.In addition to the blessing, the card always veiled to ask about the situation of old Johnny.It seems that even Janet, the president of the World Association of Magicians, cannot fully grasp the whereabouts of her former teacher.After learning the details of the situation from several members of the team back then, the chasing and hiding between the two made Shi Rui feel a little regretful.

The door to the president's office was pushed open.

Shi Rui stood up: "How is the situation?"

"She let you in." The magician answered irrelevantly.After seeing Shi Rui frowning, he immediately patted Shi Rui on the shoulder with a smile: "Don't worry! Janet assured me that after I launch the first strike, the association will take action to clean up the mess. You go in first Be sure to tell me when you come out, how you and Janet met."

"Okay." Shi Rui pushed open the door.

The female magician didn't look much different from the last time they met.She still wears a pair of glasses with silver frames without glass, and her hands on the desk still look clean.

"Xue Li, you came just in time. Come with me to see Johnny." Before Shi Rui could say hello, the female president had already stood up, "He is in the municipal hospital. The condition is very bad."

"Hospital?" If there was a ranking list of the places Old Johnny hated the most, the hospital would definitely top it.Except for brief visits, the old magician abhorred any stay in the hospital.

"There are some things that he can't do whatever he wants." The female magician took a deep look at Shi Rui, "I owe you a favor if you help me persuade him to sign the surgery consent form." She turned and opened the room Another door at the other end, looking back at Shi Rui. "Shirley?"

It seems that I can only call the magician to go back first.

Shi Rui followed quickly.

The author has something to say: [Small Information - Ranking of World Magicians]

No.1 "The Great" Lawrence, former president of the World Association of Magicians No.2 "Fingersmith" Janet, current president of the World Association of Magicians No.2 "Angel of Miracles" Clifford De No.46 "Golden Finger" (GoldenFinger) Johnny