Actor: Thank you.

"Okay, continue to observe."

After receiving the good news from Zhang Ziyi, Zhang Yuan arranged for her to continue working.

After putting down his phone, he sighed for a while.

If everyone were like Zhang Ziyi, they would be so obedient after just a little "education".

There aren't many crazy women like Zheng Shuang in the entertainment industry. Most of the women who make it big are shrewd and calculating.

Moreover, it has been said before that in the upper world, women are as docile as cats, while in the lower world, women are baring their teeth, ignorant, and unaware of their own ignorance.

The person who said this was Liu Zhenyun, a writer and an old friend of Feng Dapao.

While this may be a generalization, it is generally true.

This applies not only to the entertainment industry but also to other industries.

Because women at the top of the social ladder are either born with good qualities or climbed up the ladder through hard work.

Those with naturally good conditions need no further explanation; environment, capital, and ability enable them to possess elegance.

Those who climbed up the day after tomorrow were able to do so because they had figured out the rules of the upper echelons.

Although it's not ideal, ultimately, this world is still a patriarchal world.

Those women who project a "powerful female lead" image to the outside world are, in most cases, more obedient to truly powerful men than the sycophants who fawn over female seniors in college.

Zhang Ziyi is a typical example; she's a powerful woman in public, but behind closed doors, she's more obedient than anyone else.

Look at those feminist bloggers, after they "went ashore," they all became good wives, but their female fans who believed them were truly fooled.

In the eyes of ordinary people, Zhang Ziyi might be seen as "cheap and shameless," but without being "cheap and shameless," one simply cannot climb to such heights.

Zhang Yuan didn't dislike this kind of situation; it was better than someone who couldn't be taught.

He only hoped that not only women, but also the two men, Yu Zheng and Zhuo Wei, could improve their obedience.

Especially after you've given someone a chance.

He had previously advised Zhang Ziyi to spend more time with her "old mentor," the national strategist Zhang Yimou, by meeting up, chatting, and talking on the phone.

That's why we had this announcement.

The matter is not complicated; it can be summarized in four words: "long-standing grievances."

After "Under the Hawthorn Tree", Zhang Yimou is preparing for a new film.

As is customary, the two sizes alternate.

It's both a blockbuster and a low-budget production.

Because Zhang Weiping is frugal and doesn't have a large business, plus Zhang Yimou has a high output, this is the only way to balance income and expenditure.

The previous blockbuster "A Simple Noodle Story" did not lose money, but the profits were not as expected, and the reviews were very bad.

Zhang Weiping is even more excited now that he's preparing for a new blockbuster.

First, we tried the "open audition" mode, which has become very popular in recent years.

They want to make a big splash with this.

Zhang Yimou didn't disagree and cooperated.

But it was soon discovered that Zhang Weiping was up to his old tricks again!

He had his sister-in-law collect the fees!

Charging for talent shows is not unusual.

It exists both domestically and internationally, and it was better in the early years.

Yahoo Search Star, which started with Zhao Liying, including the first and second seasons of "My Show" and "Super Girl," was relatively fair. The programs made money through ratings, sponsorships, and cooperation fees with telecommunications operators.

Later, things went wrong.

Especially Zhejiang TV, which values ​​money over life, has all its programs with clearly marked prices.

How much does it cost to pass the audition? How much does it cost to appear on the show? How much is the red envelope given for each evaluation by the mentors? How much does it cost to advance to the next round?

You're not even qualified to be on the show if you're from an ordinary middle-class family.

The problem is, even if you give money, it's useless; spending money can only buy you a ticket to the finals.

Those who made it to the final round were all people with connections who didn't have to spend any money.

This is just like the recruitment process in tobacco companies. The open recruitment notice is just for show; in reality, the positions are all pre-selected and one person per spot.

Occasionally, a few spots are made available for the "lucky ones" to make it seem like our industry is fair and offers hope.

Because if no opportunities are allowed to flow out, the circle becomes completely closed off, and it will destroy itself in just a few rounds.

Zhang Weiping is different; he's even more greedy than Zhejiang TV.

Not only do they charge fees, but they also may not be able to deliver on their promises.

Besides, who is Zhang Yimou? He needs professional actors to make movies. If you just throw in a bunch of people who paid money, one or two is fine, but how can you make a movie with a whole bunch of them?
This caused a commotion.

Zhang Weiping felt that Zhang Yimou was blocking his path to wealth, while Zhang Yimou felt that Zhang was ruining his film.

Then he brought up the old issue again: "Why don't you give me the profit sharing and bonuses from the previous movies?"
Zhang Weiping is using the same old trick again, saying that our new film has a large investment, and all the company's money has been poured into it. He added that if you don't believe him, you can check the accounts and there's not a single penny left.

After hearing this, Zhang Yuan knew that the "kill line" was approaching.

Zhang Weiping really treats Zhang Yimou like a cuckold; he's going too far.

Therefore, he asked Zhang Ziyi to invite him to dinner so he could have a chat with Zhang Yimou.

He made an excuse that he had a new movie and wanted to try to get a role for himself.

Just to show some "concern".

Zhang Ziyi tentatively asked a few questions about how to show concern for the other person.

"To care about the other person as a person with a conscience, as an ordinary person."

"In the eyes of ordinary people, is what Zhang Weiping did right?"

Zhang Ziyi understands now.

If you're instigating someone, just say so; why pretend you care...?

With Zhang Ziyi, a smart person, handling things, he only needed to wait for further news.

On his end, Da Bai left, but Ning Hao didn't. He spent his days hanging around the film set, taking pictures of distinctive buildings and drawing a bunch of storyboard sketches, which he would study with director Zhang Meng every day.

The inspiration for the film "The Golden Era" came from Ning Hao himself taking a large gold chain to the gold market for cleaning.

It was very shiny after washing, so I asked how it was dried.

I later learned that the shop used a mixture of concentrated hydrochloric acid and concentrated nitric acid, also known as aqua regia, for cleaning.

Theoretically, this is not considered cleaning.

Ultrasonic cleaning is the real cleaning method. Washing with aqua regia actually dissolves the dirt and wear on the surface of the gold, which results in some loss.

Neither hydrochloric acid nor nitric acid can dissolve gold when used separately because gold is chemically very stable.

However, when these two acids are combined, nitric acid is responsible for oxidation, while hydrochloric acid is responsible for fusion.

The general idea is something like, what do you do if a man doesn't spend money?
Women are like hydrochloric acid; when they combine with men, nitric acid acts like capital, forcing men to consume through women.

This combination of punches will break even the most solid defenses.

The concept of aqua regia melting into gold formed the creative foundation for this play.

Seeing that Big Head was hanging around the film set all day like a street urchin, Zhang Yuan figured he had nothing better to do, so he found some free time and said he would take him to a fun place.

"This is the fun place you were talking about?"

Big Head stood at the entrance of a transparent walkway suspended in the valley, his legs trembling.

This is the Benxi Grand Canyon, more than 100 kilometers away from AS City.

It is also the most famous bungee jumping spot in the entire LN province.

This wasn't even the bungee jump yet; just passing through a transparent walkway before the jump had already terrified Ning Hao.

More than 100 meters above the ground, with everything underfoot completely transparent.

Ning Hao shook his head so hard he looked like he wanted to shake the water out of his brain.

"Is this, this, this, this fun?" Ning Hao was speechless.

"It's fun!" Zhang Yuan insisted on pulling him forward.

"No!"

“You should act like a man. How can you be a role model for Shitou if you act like this?”

“I’m not going to be a role model. My only requirement for my son is that he stays alive. That’s how I feel about myself.” Ning Hao grabbed the railing with one hand and slid to the ground.

But you can't fight city hall.

Zhang Yuan easily hoisted him onto his shoulder with one hand and said with a smile.

"It would have been normal for the two of them to walk separately."

"I just don't know if our combined weight exceeds the design limits of this glass."

Ning Hao: !!!
"Put me down, I can walk by myself."

Next, just like in his cerebral thrombosis rehabilitation training, he slowly moved forward while holding onto the railing.

A cleaning lady followed behind with a mop.

Look at him, if he pees, we can clean him up immediately.

People are used to it.

Zhang Yuan slowly moved along the glass walkway that hung above a bottomless abyss.

He knew better than most people that this kind of pier used laminated glass.

Theoretically speaking, bulletproof glass is actually a special type of laminated glass.

One of the key features of laminated glass is that even if the glass breaks, the interlayer of adhesive prevents it from causing a direct fall, unlike in the movies.

Instead, it will first deform and twist, and then break after exceeding the load and stress limits.

He understood this principle, and coupled with his own boldness, he was not afraid.

The reason he brought Ning Hao here today is for filming.

Take a picture of him bungee jumping.

Because he had previously said that if "Let the Bullets Fly" did not perform as well as "If You Are the One 2" at the box office, he would jump off the roof.

Just kidding, even if it's over, I'll still jump.

And today is New Year's Eve; after midnight, we will officially enter 2011.

So he decided to organize some "New Year's Eve activities" as part of his regular promotional activities.

Let's also teach those two big directors a lesson.

"Wuhu!"

He spread his arms and jumped from a height of over 100 meters.

Big Head carried the camera and filmed him.

It's definitely more convenient for people in the future; they can simply wear a GoPro on their chest and complete all these operations on their own.

Using a racing drone allows for more comprehensive filming.

After bouncing a few times, he steadied himself and, with a pounding heart, was slowly pulled back to the platform. "Awesome!" The big-headed man carrying the machine gave a thumbs up.

He took the plunge, and when he came back up, he was still able to laugh.

Just looking at it makes me feel like I'm going to die.

"Get back and edit it later, then send it to me."

"Am I your employee?" Ning Hao smiled and glanced at him sideways.

“From now on, you will be a shareholder of Cross-Strait Film Industry, and I will be the boss. Theoretically speaking, you are practically half an employee of mine.” Zhang Yuan raised his index finger and said, word by word.

Upon hearing the word "shareholder," Big Head perked up considerably.

The desire for money even slightly overcame the fear of heights.

After returning home, I took the video that Big Head had edited and sent a copy to Little Dragon Girl first, as she liked this kind of exciting activity.

"If you won't play with me, then play by yourself," she complained after watching the video.

"Next time, when I have time."

When will you have time?

Meanwhile, "A Chinese Ghost Story" is also nearing the end of its filming and will soon wrap up.

"I estimate that our two film crews will wrap up at about the same time."

"Perfect timing, I'm going to North America soon, how about we meet there?"

She agreed.

Whether it's overseas or not, at least there's more freedom.

Unlike in China, where you'd be recognized as soon as you went out on the street.

Zhang Yuan had similar considerations; he didn't need to worry about being followed by Zhuo Wei overseas.

Because of their impoverished appearance, they probably don't have the funds to go abroad.

After the call ended, he opened Weibo and logged in to edit the post himself.

I uploaded a set of nine photos and attached a video link from Youku.

It is accompanied by text.

"Thank you all for your support throughout the year."

"Ip Man 2 has now grossed over 4 million yuan at the box office!"

"This is a wonderful surprise. It is everyone's love and support that has brought me to where I am today."

"So I will continue to fight with my life on the line like I did today, and strive to live up to everyone's expectations."

Happy New Year everyone!

He added two more sentences after writing this.

"By the way, congratulations to director Feng Xiaogang on the 4 million yuan box office of 'If You Are the One 2'."

"Congratulations to director Chen Kaige for 'Sacrifice' surpassing 100 million yuan at the box office."

"Let's all work together!"

To fans and ordinary people alike, this Weibo post was an interesting one, showing an artist sending New Year's greetings.

"No, Yuan, are you serious?!"

"I think you're just dancing because you love it, it has nothing to do with the box office."

"Where is this? I want to go too."

Celebrities share their daily lives to interact with fans.

It would be even better if it could attract some casual fans.

At the same time, everyone also noticed something.

Zhang Yuanming clearly wrote down the box office results for each film.

His work surpassed that of poet Chen and was on par with that of Feng Xiaogang.

The message he conveys is something that ordinary people only glance at.

Those in the industry will understand.

This kid looks like he's offering blessings, but he's actually practicing yin and yang.

Neither of you two can do it.

If you're bad at the game, practice more; if you can't handle losing, don't play.

What his companions saw was that after the two veterans joined forces to deliver the blow, Zhang Yuan's clothes were slightly dirty.

Is this okay, Greyhound?

I never intended for people to have a proper New Year's Eve.

The two renowned directors were furious when they saw it at home.

Hey!
High box office numbers are nothing special.

This is just like what's depicted in Hong Kong dramas.

"What, you think you're so great just because you have money?"

"Excuse me, being rich is really something."

If it's still not working out, then don't try to dominate the Lunar New Year film season; let me handle it.

Zhang Yuan wasn't done venting his anger; he had another trick up his sleeve.

It's impossible for those two directors to reply to his Weibo post; playing dead is the best course of action.

However, Zhang Yuan would not let them play dead.

You guys don't think I've forgotten about how you ganged up to steal my food stall, do you?
Soon, a theory emerged online.

Did they say thank you?

Just like if Xiaoze went to the White House and didn't thank Zhang Yuan's blond friend, would that be acceptable?
Zhang Yuan sent you two blessings on Weibo, and you two old fogies pretended not to see it. Is that okay?

Is this bullying of younger people?

He doesn't act like a senior figure at all.

He spread rumors online about the other party's lack of a reciprocal response, encouraging viewers to criticize the two individuals.

it's good now.

They posted messages of gratitude, feeling guilty and upset.

Not expressing gratitude would be seen as petty and even more upsetting.

I feel uncomfortable no matter what I do.

This is what Teacher Zhao Benshan meant when he said that being stubborn can lead to being blocked at both ends.

But a little trick is enough to make you suffer.

To be fair, in situations like this, it's Director Feng, who comes from a relatively humble background, who's more capable of handling things.

Poet Chen continued to play dead, remaining motionless even as he was scolded.

Director Feng posted a thank-you letter on Weibo and congratulated "Ip Man 2" on its excellent box office performance.

I expressed my gratitude while suppressing my sourness.

Zhang Yuan was very satisfied; he could tell at a glance who was still a potential partner and who were die-hards.

It's good that poet Chen has integrity.

As everyone knows, a hot pot restaurant with backbone is one where the more backbone it has, the more fragrant the soup becomes.

However, bone broth needs to be simmered slowly; you can't rush it.

There are only three old bones left on the market.

The outcome of these two is already decided; soon, the outcome of the remaining one will also be decided.

A few days later, Zhang Ziyi called him again.

"It seems Director Zhang has fallen out with Zhang Weiping and is currently angry."

I can tolerate the money, but I can't tolerate the role.

Zhang Yimou's dissatisfaction with the casting has been going on for quite some time.

Jay Chou's involvement in "Curse of the Golden Flower" made him very unhappy.

Xiao Shenyang's starring roles also angered Zhang Yimou.

Zhang Weiping always pushes it, and Zhang Yimou is never satisfied.

"Under the Hawthorn Tree" is actually not bad.

But now it's happening again!

Zhang Weiping took the money but refused to budge.

Zhang Yimou also refused to budge an inch and was unwilling to compromise any further.

They then had a big argument.

According to Zhang Ziyi, the two had a very unpleasant argument and exchanged very hurtful words.

Zhang Yimou even turned his back and went home to rest.

However, according to Zhang Yuan's understanding, given Zhang Yimou's personality, Zhang Weiping would personally visit him in a few days to say some nice things, bring up old feelings, and compromise a little bit.

Zhang Yimou would then bow his head and admit defeat, just like before, and continue working.

But Zhang Yuan didn't want to give Zhang Weiping that opportunity!
He picked up his phone and, unusually, took the initiative to contact the "insider" at the Beijing TV station.

"It's been a while since we last contacted each other."

How have you been lately?

When the other party realized it was him calling, he went to a secluded spot to answer the phone, his voice tinged with amusement.

Because things have been going quite well lately, I'm doing very well at the station.

He was also good at interpersonal relationships. After learning that the station director was nearing the end of his life, he dared to do many things.

"That's good, congratulations."

"Don't mention it, what do you need me for?" he said succinctly.

"I previously had my bodyguard convey a message to you, demonstrating my sincerity."

"I said at the time that sincerity is two gifts."

"You've already seen one of them."

"Yes." The person still found it strange, as they had heard there were two gifts, but only one was given.

He thought he had misheard, or that the other person had forgotten.

Unexpectedly, this old matter was brought up again at this time.

"Now I'm going to offer you another token of my sincerity."

"This is quite a show of sincerity, you'd better accept it..." (End of Chapter)