Actor: Thank you.

In the evening, Zhang Yuan chose a very expensive restaurant.

Stephen Chow has become more sophisticated now; he doesn't eat at ordinary restaurants anymore.

Back in 04, this man spent over HK$3 million to buy a luxury house at the top of Pollock's Path on Victoria Peak.

It occupies more than 5,000 square meters in Hong Kong, where land is extremely valuable.

Because it's located at the top of the hill and offers a view of the sea, he nicknamed the house "Higher Than the Sky."

He used the money he earned from movies to sell properties and invest in stocks, making even more money.

This is why, even though he's so wealthy, he still needs to find investment to make films.

They can guarantee income regardless of drought or flood, transfer risks, and use the profits to make money in other industries.

In fact, what Zhang Yuan is doing is similar.

Because we spend money wherever we earn it, we don't even think about bringing it home.

You can't put all your eggs in one basket. What if the bottom of the basket leaks one day, or the person who sold you the basket decides to take the whole thing? You're doomed!

Sit down in the restaurant.

Finless shark fin, abalone with a sweet interior, wild yellow croaker weighing over three pounds, and a lobster that looks like an irradiated blue lobster...

Whatever is expensive, you'll get.

“Stephen Chow, I know you like red wine, so I specially brought you a bottle of 63 Château Cheval Blanc.”

Shortly after, Zhang Yuqi also arrived by plane.

Zhang Yuan reminded her to buy the wine, and it had to be expensive.

Hong Kong people love brandy and red wine; Stephen Chow even has a wine cellar in his villa.

They usually drink bottles of wine that cost tens of thousands of yuan each, and collect vintage wines that cost hundreds of thousands of yuan each.

With such extravagance, how could they not work themselves to the bone to make money?

"Thank you, Yuqi is so sensible." Stephen Chow happily accepted the gift.

"Thank you for taking care of me, I am very grateful," Zhang Yuqi continued.

Zhang Yuan was quite satisfied with her performance.

It's much more convenient to know how to be a person without being taught.

"I've spoken with Stephen Chow."

"We have a solution for your problem."

“I will invest in his new movie and use the investment to pay your contract termination fee.”

"Is that right?" Zhang Yuan asked, making a point of bringing it up in person.

Tell Zhang Yuqi what I sacrificed.

It was also to test Stephen Chow's reaction.

"I'll think about it." Stephen Chow gave his signature slightly smug smile, showing no sign of backing down.

Zhang Yuan secretly observed for a while. His eyes and movements showed no special changes, indicating that he was quite shrewd.

Now he has cast his bait.

The problem is whether the other party will answer or not.

Actually, it's not difficult to judge; there are only a few possibilities.

If they continue to insist on a termination fee, then that means I don't agree.

If you don't want the cancellation fee, that means you agree.

If you're just taking the middle value, being vague, not giving me an answer, and just dragging it out, what do you mean?
That means they want to use me!
What do you want with me?
Conversely, I would invest in his fishing venture.

To attract other investors.

This way, he can raise prices on both sides, making himself seem very sought-after, and then he'll cooperate with whoever offers the better terms.

And they're so popular, they don't even need to pretend.

Both "Kung Fu Hustle" and "CJ7" sold for over 200 million yuan, and their overseas rights also sold well, resulting in huge profits.

Zhang Yuan estimated that, based on Stephen Chow's way of thinking, he would most likely choose the third option, which is to keep me hanging on and use my desire to cooperate to provoke other investors.

Especially Huayi, which has just been listed and is "well-equipped"!

This will put you in a more passive position.

Moreover, in Stephen Chow's style, he'll go with whoever pays the most in the end.

In this matter, I am at a disadvantage.

Zhang Yuan is not as wealthy as Hua Yi; Hua Yi has easier access to financing after going public.

Furthermore, many of the Hong Kong business owners on his side have conflicts with Stephen Chow and may not agree to unlimited increases in funding.

If the collaboration fails, Stephen Chow won't say, "I used you, so I won't waive the penalty for breach of contract as compensation for your help."

Don't even think about it!

If the investment fails, he'll make you lose money for Zhang Yuqi; that's just his style.

Therefore, in order to deal with this situation, Zhang Yuan needs to do two things.

First, discern the other person's thoughts.

“Stephen Chow, you mentored me back then, and like Yuqi, I am very grateful to you.”

"Come, I'll toast you a glass."

With a clang, the bottle of red wine, worth over 8 yuan, was consumed.

Zhang Yuqi felt heartbroken after seeing this.

My money!
"I have deep feelings for you and hope that we can rekindle our relationship and continue to work together."

"After all, you must have heard about my story."

"I have always cooperated with friends, regardless of their superiors or subordinates."

"Friends are people who treat each other with sincerity, keep their word, and have complete trust."

"However, just because I can do it doesn't mean that others can."

“Some people and companies may seem very powerful and promise you very good conditions.”

"But a promise is a promise; whether you can actually get it is another matter."

After Zhang Yuan finished speaking with a light laugh, Stephen Chow's expression changed somewhat, which was quite unusual.

His face stiffened slightly, and he silently took a sip of wine.

Hua Yi is richer, but also more domineering!

There's no such thing as getting something for free, because if you don't pay, it doesn't count as prostitution.

You're Stephen Chow in Hong Kong, but in front of the Wong brothers, you're just Ah Xing.

Zhou Xing waved and called for the waiter to pour him some wine.

No one wanted to collapse on their own.

Zhang Yuqi wisely stopped her and let her pour it.

Stephen Chow nodded expressionlessly, thinking that Zhang Yuan was already very capable back then, and now he seemed even more capable.

I already guessed what I was going to do.

As for him personally... I have indeed heard some things about him.

But Ning Hao has now sided with Hua Yi, so are your past efforts still effective?

Zhang Yuan didn't care what he thought, but his reminder planted a thorn in his heart.

At the same time, let him know that he is not a foolish old man or a nouveau riche.

This is one of them.

Secondly, we need to find a way to restrain Stephen Chow, which is quite difficult.

Zhang Yuan also showed a hint of worry, as he had not yet come up with a good solution.

If Stephen Chow were so easy to control, he wouldn't be Stephen Chow.

It was only because the Xiang family wanted to teach him a lesson through physical means that he became afraid.

But those born after 97 no longer have this concern; even the Xiang family themselves can't handle it anymore.

Ah, things will work themselves out when they reach the bridge.

There's no use in daydreaming now; Zhang Yuan recalled his time on Mount Kilimanjaro.

Some things are just not meant to be.

When the time comes, the solution will naturally emerge.

All he needs to do now is to act "fearless" and "confident" in front of Stephen Chow, so that the other party will be slightly wary.

After finishing their meal, the three of them went out together.

As soon as I stepped out of the restaurant, a group of reporters surrounded me.

"Wow, Stephen Chow is amazing, he has so many reporters following him wherever he goes." Zhang Yuan turned to look at the director.

Then he smiled and waved to the paparazzi.

What should we do?

Since I can't hit anyone, I can only resort to smail.

The media can also be helpful, and sometimes it can play a certain role.

We went back to the hotel to rest that night.

A short while later, someone knocked on the door.

"Hi?" Zhang Yuqi arrived at her room door.

Black stockings, high heels, leopard print mini skirt.

Tut tut...

"Thank you for helping me so much."

"Stephen Chow is very difficult to deal with; you must have put in a lot of effort."

"You know that much," Zhang Yuan nodded in reply, still knowing how to behave.

"So I wanted to thank you in person," Ms. Zhang said in her very distinctive voice.

It seemed like she was using a high-pitched voice to make herself sound more magnetic than usual.

"It's alright. It's the boss's job to help his employees. Since you've thanked me, go and rest."

"Should we say it right at the door?"

"I'll go in and thank you," Miss Zhang said, crossing her arms and swaying her hips.

"Don't be so polite." Zhang Yuan tried to close the door, but she stopped him with her foot.

Now look at this person, their eyebrows are slightly raised.

"What do you mean? You're turning your back on us now, aren't you?!"

He then squeezed into the room.

"We'd better maintain a professional working relationship," Zhang Yuan said helplessly, rubbing his forehead.

"You make it sound nice, but you're just going to deny everything after you've done your job." Miss Zhang dropped the pretense, completely losing her previous charming and seductive demeanor.

"You call that refusing to admit fault?" Zhang Yuan pointed to himself.

“I even came all the way to Hong Kong to ask for help for you.”

"I'll compensate you and arrange a role for you."

"Tell me, what does it mean to acknowledge a debt?"

"By the way, let me tell you in advance that for the roles my company and agent help you get, the pay will be very low. The rest will be given to you through bonuses, profit sharing, or other channels."

Zhang Yuan did this in order to bypass Xinghui.

I hope Stephen Chow doesn't turn his back on me in the end. He not only demands breach of contract fees, but also wants the commissions I earned from the films I gave him.

At least legally, you have to circumvent the other party's rules.

Ms. Zhang nodded in agreement.

"You're right, as the boss, you are very responsible."

“I see your attitude and sincerity.” “In addition, I have also met Yang Siwei, and she is a capable person. I am willing to come to your side.”

"But!"

At this point, she, who had been sitting with her legs crossed on the sofa, put her black-stockinged legs down and then slightly opened them.

What kind of look is Zhang Yuan giving?

In addition, this person was wearing a short skirt and sat with her legs spread apart.

At this moment, Zhang Yuan wanted to give the other party an island nation name.

Let's call it Umekawa Neikura.

“As a man, you’re irresponsible!” Zhang Yuqi pointed at him.

Ms. Zhang is the type of woman with a high level of hormone secretion.

It will create a shapely figure, with large areas in the right places and slim areas in the right places.

The downside is that it can make someone with a bad temper.

A woman's life is controlled by hormones... that's a saying.

So not only does he have a bad temper, but he also has strong desires.

"No... As the boss, I only care about the business; I can't control people's personal lives!" Zhang Yuan quickly stepped back.

“I didn’t want to talk about feelings with you either,” Ms. Zhang replied matter-of-factly.

"Then what do you mean?"

"I recently broke up with my boyfriend, you know, so I'm short of someone in bed."

"I think you're a good fit."

Zhang Yuan scratched his head.

Am I the boss and are you the boss?

I've heard of bosses sexually harassing their employees, but I've never heard of employees sexually harassing their bosses in return!
"It's not appropriate."

“Suitable.” Miss Zhang then effortlessly switched back to her alluring expression.

"Perfect match, you can break my limits."

"I love excitement!"

"Come on," she beckoned with her finger.

"I'd better not come." Zhang Yuan wondered, "Was I molested?"
So this is what it feels like for actresses to be subjected to unspoken rules on film sets.

"Not coming?" His expression changed again!
His eyebrows stood on end; he's completely dropped the pretense!

She suddenly stood up and grabbed his collar.

"If you don't come, I'll tell everyone about us tomorrow!"

Zhang Yuan: …

Tsk.

No, ladies!
You and Yang Tianbao found the same master, right?

Why do women like to use this as a threat?
But people are different, and so are the circumstances.

Yang Tianbao is a man who seeks out enemies in the void, looking for trouble where there is none.

But Zhang Yuqi is different.

Zhang Yuan is now experiencing not only what it's like for actresses to be subjected to unspoken rules, but also what it's like to be their opponent.

His usual tactic is to act crazy. As long as I am crazier and more reckless than you, and I am not afraid of death, most of my opponents will feel guilty and give in.

But the guy standing in front of him now is a real lunatic!
Others might just talk the talk, but she actually walks the walk.

“But if you do this, no one will help you deal with Stephen Chow’s affairs.”

"You can forget about acting in my show."

“I’m not even happy living my life, what’s the point of having a career?” Zhang Yuqi retorted.

Zhang Yuan: …

What you said makes so much sense, I can't refute it.

"Then... I guess I'll just have to accept it reluctantly?" Zhang Yuan said with a bitter expression.

"Yes, that's great."

"I'm all ready."

After saying that, he took out a ten-pack from his back waist.

"We'll use them tonight."

Zhang Yuan now understood how Sisi felt during the security check in Qatar.

He's really thinking of calling the police now.

"Why don't you get back together with Wang Xiaofei?" Zhang Yuan suggested.

"I don't want him, he can't satisfy me," Ms. Zhang said bluntly.

Even a normal person would have a hard time satisfying you... Zhang Yuan remained silent, only quietly unbuckling his belt.

……

He didn't get up until the afternoon of the following day.

After using up all ten consecutive items, even he was a little weak.

I'm going to use up all the stock today!

At first, this crazy woman got angry.

Then it entered a period of stagnation.

He often said things like, "I'd rather you kill me than not give me my life."

After that, they remained silent, gritting their teeth and persevering.

In the end, I stopped clenching my teeth, my eyes went unfocused, and that was it.

Zhang Yuan thought that this should keep them from bothering him for a while.

But to be fair, this woman, despite her eccentricities, has a top-notch figure and face.

Especially after wearing black stockings... it perfectly matches an early film by Feng Xiaogang called "Never Ending".

He left her still asleep and took a car to 60 Castle Peak Road.

This is the residence of Ip Chun, the eldest son of Ip Man.

He took advantage of his time in Hong Kong to make a special trip to visit me.

Ip Chun was happy to meet him because he received a red envelope and consulting fees for filming "Ip Man".

They can still get paid if they make a sequel.

Of course I'm happy to make money.

Not only that, the huge success of the Ip Man movie caused his martial arts school's income to increase several times over.

This has greatly increased Wing Chun's reputation both within and outside the industry.

Previously, Wing Chun was limited to the South. Even if there were films and television shows, they were all made in Hong Kong. When Northerners talked about Southern Fist, they would only mention Wong Fei-hung and Huo Yuanjia.

This made the Ye family extremely envious.

Now that's great, our family is famous too!
People are in high spirits when they have good news, and the feeling is completely different when one becomes famous in old age compared to when one becomes famous at a young age.

Now Yeh Chun can truly "pretend to be a grandmaster".

"Didn't you practice properly?"

"Why do I feel like you've regressed?"

When you arrive at someone's place, first be polite and say that you've come to ask for their advice.

Mr. Ye then asked him to demonstrate a set of Wing Chun techniques, and he would then give him some pointers.

The problem was immediately apparent.

"Your steps are unsteady, and your strength is unstable."

Zhang Yuan thought to himself that the old man's insight was sharp, and he was absolutely right.

But is this my fault?
Who would have been able to win over a woman like Zhang Yuqi?

The next day, let alone boxing, just being able to stand up would be considered a hero.

I'm doing pretty well. If it were someone with a weaker constitution, they could easily get through a full set of attacks.

"Yes, I am still too young and have much to learn from martial arts masters like you."

"Ha ha ha ha……"

When Zhang Yuan flattered him, the man was delighted, like a complimenter.

When I get old and become a martial arts master, I love hearing these words.

That's how people are. When they become famous at a young age, they easily become arrogant, like Han Han, disregarding rules and treating their seniors like dirt.

And to live an ordinary life... Of course, Ip Chun was not ordinary before; he was famous in the industry.

Now that he's become famous beyond his immediate circle, everyone calls him a master.

Becoming famous suddenly in old age is another kind of "madness".

The opposite of becoming famous at a young age is setting your own rules and becoming a senior.

I'm a master now, you have to respect me and support me. My words are the rules of the trade, and my eyes are the standard!
That's his mindset.

Zhang Yuan was well-versed in this art, hence his frequent use of terms like "master," "expert," and "leader."

Ip Chun was so happy; he wasn't even as happy when he went to the Deyuan Society.

But his flattery of the old man wasn't for nothing!
There is a purpose to it.

"Mr. Ip, I will need your guidance for the film 'Ip Man 2'."

"Help direct and review."

"Of course, this... ah."

Zhang Yuan made a finger-rubbing motion, and then the two smiled at each other.

"No need, no need, it's all for the purpose of promoting Chinese martial arts." The old man pretended to be serious.

"Yes, yes, making friends from all over the world is not as good as being guided by a famous teacher."

"You have put in a lot of effort and hard work, and it is all worthwhile."

"Moreover, this is not for you, but for the development of Wing Chun as a martial art."

"Yes, yes, yes... Well said, well said!" The old man thought, "You're really good at naming things, kid."

"It's a pity that our production team is small and the film's budget is not high, so we can't give you much as a token of our appreciation."

"That's fine, it's just a token of my appreciation."

Zhang Yuan's politeness made the old man feel a little embarrassed.

But then he changed the subject.

"But I have something to tell you."

"what?"

Why did you two turn against each other?
"You can't show favoritism!" Zhang Yuan suddenly raised his voice.

"What?" the old man asked, puzzled.

"Our production aims to promote martial arts and also provides funding for you and Wing Chun."

The amount given was just right, less than 50 yuan in consulting fees.

“But other movies also feature Wing Chun, yet they don’t have to put in any effort.”

"I disagree!" Zhang Yuan feigned grievance and then looked somewhat angry.

"What play?" The old man was confused.

"Don't you know?"

"The renowned director, Wong Kar-wai, is currently filming a kung fu movie..." (End of Chapter)