You Have No Right to Crown Me

Hearing A'yu's words through gritted teeth, Lin Yu felt somewhat better.

Although strong liquor is terrible...

But compared to a full cup of Douzhi... it seems acceptable?

And the high and Deity actually responded to A'yu's question.

"The form of the liquid in the glass is merely a vessel..."

"Don't worry, I guarantee you'll be satisfied."

God of Revelry spoke, the drawn facial features revealed a smug expression.

"Even as a half-finished product... it's enough to immerse you all!"

So—please try a sip.

The voice of the Deity echoed across the banquet table.

Its sound, though light and cheerful, leaves no room for refusal.

The Player could only raise their cups and take a small sip of the liquid inside.

Lin Yu was no exception.

He took a small sip, the spicy liquor burning every inch from the tip of his tongue to his throat.

Within this intensity lies a rich and mellow aroma.

"It tastes so good..."

Few people can get used to the taste of strong liquor when they first try it.

Even Lin Yu, who knew nothing about wine, could detect its "deliciousness" at this moment.

And...

Like all the food before it, there's something else besides the taste.

A certain indescribable emotion welled up in Lin Yu's heart.

"Distinguished guests... why do people host and attend banquets?"

The voice of the God of Feasts, Wine, and Revelry echoed in everyone's ears.

Sometimes, it's to ease the pain that can't be forgotten.

"Sometimes, it's to celebrate a successful hunt."

Sometimes, it's to cover up regrets that are impossible to change.

"And sometimes, it's simply... wanting to have fun."

"Ladies and gentlemen, whatever your reasons for coming here, I hope that you can all enjoy this moment."

So... please enjoy this drink.

Its name is "[Best Daydream]."

The words of the Deity fell.

Then...

Lin Yu felt the emotions growing stronger in his heart.

That is the purest form of "happiness and contentment".

When "happiness and satisfaction" are extended downwards, they become "desire".

For the first time, Lin Yu saw the embodiment of the desires deep within his heart.

In a daze, he seemed to see a blurry vision of the future.

Like a daydream, it's not entirely real, yet it feels so close.

On the red carpet, countless spotlights flashed, all focused on him.

It's as if you are the center and focus of the world.

I calmly walked across the shimmering path and entered the arena.

The movie he starred in was playing on the big screen.

It may not seem like a mainstream commercial film, but his acting skills have transcended the limitations of the film's subject matter, making audiences around the world, and even the Profession film critics sitting in the audience right now, go crazy for him.

Countless faces with superb acting skills flashed by on the screen, but they were merely supporting characters to his own performance.

Everyone is their own supporting role...

Undoubtedly, at this ceremony representing the highest level of "film and television drama works," he also achieved the highest honor an Actor can attain!

Moreover, everyone knows...

His achievement is even more valuable than all those who have achieved this feat before combined!

The deafening shouts were all chanting his name; at this moment, the "audience" was even more devout than the "believers"!

Lin Yu rose from his chair and walked once again into the spotlight onto the stage, towards the honor that belonged to him.

On that stage, a heavy trophy awaited him, like a throne waiting for a king to ascend the throne.

However, Lin Yu suddenly stopped in his tracks as he stood in front of the stage.

"Hmm... So, the Main Dish is the past, and the After-meal Drink is the future?"

He raised his hand.

Although it was somewhat inappropriate, Lin Yu looked down at his hand and found that there was an extra glass wine glass.

This is absolutely not something Film Emperor -Film Emperor actor should be holding at an awards ceremony.

"It really is something that gets you hooked without you even realizing it."

Lin Yu muttered to himself.

At that moment, he also understood that, in addition to the advantage of having "two extra ropes," the person who ate the "Main Dish" had more importantly experienced this "Hallucination" earlier than others.

Although the appetizer segment also offers a similar experience, it evokes a somber memory, making it quite different in nature from this one.

Of course, the real reason Lin Yu was able to "break free" so quickly was...

"Why did you omit the most, most, most beautiful part from my story?!"

He looked at the big screen with some dissatisfaction, even resentment.

Whether this is an illusion or the future...

What the heck?! Jumping straight to the awards ceremony?!

Why not experience firsthand what it's like to act in a film that could win you a global Film Emperor award?!

What a top-notch production team and script this must be!

And so many top Actor are acting alongside me...

And not only did he catch them, he actually overpowered them?!

How well did they perform?

It wasn't just about performance... what level of acting skills did I have back then?

Why isn't this part available for us to experience?

He wants to act!

He's going to act right now!

How could a Deity possibly think that what they enjoy is the moment of receiving honor?

"No wonder this drink is flawed. It's called 'Best Daydream,' but it's definitely not 'best' at all... and it even makes me quite unhappy!"

In the Drama club, he didn't even particularly enjoy taking photos with fans who came to see him.

Lin Yu enjoys the attention of others, but only on Stage and during performances.

"But... how should we improve it?"

He could move within this "daydream"-like Hallucination, unlike the previous two times when he could only be an observer or was detached from reality the moment he "woke up".

On the contrary, after Lin Yu regained consciousness, the surrounding scenery became much "clearer".

Men and women in formal attire, a lavishly decorated, enormous Stage, and flashing camera lights.

Lin Yu could guess that the "illusion" created by this drink...

Conversely, one's actions within this illusion might replenish the drink in the cup.

However, even if one can move...

Lin Yu couldn't actually perform—he didn't have the ability to completely recreate the entire scene!

But soon, the answer emerged in Lin Yu's mind.

He walked onto the stage with the glass of baijiu in his hand, and the host next to him excitedly began to speak.

"Let's welcome our newly crowned Best Film Emperor Lin Yu, to accept the award and give a speech!"

Lin Yu nodded to the host with a charming smile, took the golden trophy from the presenter, and walked to the microphone.

"Thump--Buzz!"

Lin Yu slammed the microphone down, and the speakers emitted a buzzing sound that silenced the entire venue.

Looking at the now quiet venue, Lin Yu nodded in satisfaction.

Then, he leaned down and spoke into the microphone.

"You bunch of academic idiots who have never acted, hypocrites who praise anything just because it smells of political correctness, aesthetic hegemons who are detached from popular aesthetics and reality and act superior, opportunists who desecrate performance by treating theater and film as political and capitalist Game, mediocre colleagues who succumb to capital and vulgarity, media outlets that parrot others without their own opinions and only chase after trending topics, and pathetic audiences whose aesthetics have been domesticated, the pathetic honors bestowed upon you by your laughable approval... I don't need them!"

With that, he slammed the trophy to the ground.

"Smack!"

The trophy shattered into pieces.

"You... have no right to crown me!"