Huayu became famous overnight

Chapter 255 Having too many women is not a good thing

office.

Guo Fan and Xiao Yuan walked in one after the other.

"Old Guo, how was your rest?" Xu Ming asked.

"The bones are practically rusting."

Guo Fan's face was full of eagerness; he realized that the best place for him was still the film set.

“I don’t trust outside directors with the new film, so you’ll have to take it on. But that means the plan to send you to Hollywood for further studies might have to be interrupted.”

Xu Ming paused for a moment, then said, "If you have other ideas, it's not too late to bring them up now."

Unfortunately, the company only has two signed directors: Guo Fan and Xue Xiaolu. The latter is currently filming and is unavailable.

Zhang Guoshi and Jiang Wen, who have a close relationship, would be even less interested in a script like "Bad Genius".

The heavy responsibility could only fall on Guo Fan's shoulders.

"I will resolutely obey the company's arrangements. Besides, I feel that my practical experience is not yet at the point where I need further training. It's better to learn by doing first," Guo Fan said.

He vaguely knew that his boss intended to conquer markets in East Asia and Southeast Asia; such opportunities for expansion were not to be missed.

While it's realistic to say that Chinese-language films can dominate the global market, many filmmakers are still dreaming of recreating the glory days of Hong Kong cinema in the 1980s.

He is also included.

"Okay, if you have this awareness, the project is already halfway to success."

Xu Ming smiled and tossed the script he had written in his spare time to the other party.

Then pull out the whiteboard and quickly write down the requirements of the four main characters.

"This is an ensemble piece, with two men and two women as the main characters. All the characters are high school students, so the actors should not be too old. The age limit is 90s, and younger faces are better."

Xu Ming looked at Xiao Yuan: "I have already promised Nazha a role. Which one she will play will be determined based on the audition results. She has been with the company for quite some time now, so we can train her to try and take on more important roles."

"Li Xin and Yang Yang were also included in the shortlist, and audition invitations were sent out to the rest. The final casting decision rests with Guo Fan."

He is quite optimistic about Nazha's future, as she has a unique advantage: her exotic appearance, which is suitable for development in overseas markets.

However, the famous scene of the other party's "Qiongha" suddenly flashed through his mind, and he pondered and added: "By the way, in addition to training in acting and etiquette, Nazha should also hire a teacher to teach her English. Not to mention passing the exam, her spoken English needs to be improved."

"Wait a minute, whether you're herding one sheep or a flock, it's all the same. Why not encourage all the artists in the company to learn English? You never know when it might come in handy."

Although Chinese is often used as the universal language in novels, English is indeed the mainstream language in the international film and television market.

Qiming's plan to expand overseas and promote artists to work abroad, along with cultivating their language skills, is a proactive measure.

"Okay, I'll arrange it all later."

Xiao Yuan nodded seriously. She wasn't a professional agent; she was just Xu Ming's assistant.

If one's abilities are not outstanding, then one can only repay the boss's trust by working diligently.

Xu Ming turned his gaze back to Guo Fan, who was flipping through the script.

"How was it? Was it difficult?"

"Look at your question. I've worked with you on two films, and if you say it's difficult, wouldn't that be embarrassing you?"

Guo Fan closed the script and remarked, "Although this script still follows the campus theme, the angle of starting from cheating is quite novel. It's hard to imagine that a campus film can be made in the style of suspense and crime."

"Any viewer who has received exam-oriented education will definitely be able to relate to this play."

Even before filming began, he already had confidence in expanding into the East Asian and Southeast Asian film markets.

Sure enough, following Mr. Xu, there's no shortage of excellent scripts.

"You've got the key points right, but we can't neglect the youth and campus aspects. On the contrary, if we film this part well, we can highlight the strengths of this drama."

Xu Ming cautioned that there are countless simple suspense crime films on the market, and focusing on cheating is only a novel angle, not enough to capture the audience's attention.

However, suspenseful crime films that blend the fresh atmosphere of a campus setting are truly unique.

A chicken going to university and a university student becoming a chicken, even if they lead to the same end, give people two completely different feelings.

"Understood." Guo Fan nodded.

"Take your time to work out this script. Set the story in Hong Kong, and when you get there, go and check out the local education system and some locations."

"Xiaoyuan is mainly responsible for audition invitations, and this drama is the company's main focus this year."

Xu Ming paused for a moment, then said, "I have other things to do, so you guys have to take on the responsibility yourselves."

He'll definitely be traveling all over the country in the future, so it's impossible for him to keep an eye on every project.

"Bad Genius" was both a test and a training opportunity for the two.

Guo Fan and Xiao Yuan exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with both trepidation and excitement, and nodded emphatically in agreement.

……

Once the project was approved, "Bad Genius" was launched.

This attracted the attention of many people in the industry, as it was Qiming's first project this year.

They still vividly remember Xu Ming dominating the charts last year.

Wasn't this guy going to develop his career in Hollywood?
These people were both afraid that Xu Ming would do well overseas and also afraid that he would stay in the mainland instead of going to sea.

It's like trying to fight a wolf with a stick – you're afraid of both sides.

They all breathed a sigh of relief when they learned that Xu Ming would only be the screenwriter and not act in "Bad Genius".

Then they all tried every means to get people into the film crew.

No one knows better than the victims whether Xu Ming's script is good or not.

So, one phone call after another was made to Xu Ming.

Even more extreme, some people went directly to Qiming to recommend themselves.

"Grandma, you're 32 this year, right? All four main characters in my play are high school students. Do you think that's appropriate?"

Xu Ming looked at Xiao Song Jia in front of him and said helplessly.

"31, I haven't celebrated my birthday yet this year."

Song Jia corrected, "Isn't the job of an actor to create different roles? Does it really matter if the age is right or not?"

"Of course it's important. How can a thirty-year-old's face and a twenty-year-old's face be the same on the big screen? Don't make things worse."

Xu Ming put on a stern face, which actually calmed Song Jia down.

After all, times have changed. The former is now a figure at the top of the Chinese entertainment industry pyramid, and is not limited to actors.

Calling him a "big shot" wouldn't be an exaggeration.

Moreover, with his influence extending into Hollywood, Song Jia really wouldn't dare to cling to someone like that based on past relationships.

"You finally came back, but you didn't even bother to see me," Xiao Songjia said.

Even if you can't get resources, you can still get some sustenance.

"I'll save you a spot, I'll come find you when I'm free," Xu Ming said casually.

"You're like an emperor, do you have to lift up plaques wherever you go at night?" Xiao Songjia rolled her eyes, but still left a hotel room number.

There was nothing wrong with staying any longer, so she headed towards the door, then suddenly turned back and asked with concern, "You didn't look well just now, are you feeling unwell?"

"An illusion," Xu Ming said calmly.

"My contract is about to expire, remember to save me a spot," Xiao Songjia said, mentioning the important reason for her visit.

If she had to pick the things she regretted most in her life, the first would be not marrying Xu Ming, and the second would be not accepting Xu Ming's invitation to join Qiming.

Otherwise, how could that little girl Yang Mi have surpassed her?

“You should discuss this with General Manager Tang. Given your status, you're essentially running a joint venture personal studio,” Xu Ming replied.

This is an inevitable trend in the Chinese entertainment industry. Both Ni Ni and Yang Mi have already established their own studios. As long as the remaining artists have the potential to reach the top tier, the company will proactively help them open their own studios without them even having to ask.

Or, like Li Jinming, who joined the company early and has no hope of advancement in the short term, they might still be approved if they have ideas.

After Xiao Songjia left.

Xu Ming's expression suddenly turned somewhat ferocious, and then he let out a long breath.

uh~
Under the table, a pair of hands patted Xu Ming's legs. Then Yang Mi peeked out, her Adam's apple bobbing as she took a deep breath and said, "You're going to suffocate me!"

"Isn't this the feeling you like?" Xu Ming chuckled.

Yang Mi blushed and said in embarrassment and annoyance, "Bullshit, I think it's because you like it."

"Yes, I do like it."

Xu Ming shrugged; he had never denied his womanizing ways.

Yang Mi choked, how could she forget how thick-skinned the other person was?
She changed the subject, asking, "Does the company really want to sign Song Jia after her contract expires?"

“Why not? She has works in both film and television, she has no shortage of acting skills or fame, and the company also needs actresses of her type,” Xu Ming said.

This is a money tree that doesn't need any more watering; it can make him money directly.

"Don't worry, the two of you won't conflict, and she won't affect your position as the top female employee in the company. As long as you don't do anything reckless, no one can affect you."

Xu Ming understood what Yang Mi was worried about and reassured her.

"I didn't mean to be afraid of her," Yang Mi quickly denied.

"Yes, yes, I know." Xu Ming nodded earnestly.

Yang Mi gritted her teeth in anger, feeling an urge to bite the other person. Ugh, it felt like she'd just bitten them…

"I heard that Jing Tian is also going to act in your Hollywood movie project?" Yang Mi asked.

Tsk, how come I never noticed before that Jing Tian was such a loose talker?

Xu Ming had long anticipated that his harem would engage in competition.

This is reality, not fiction.

There's no guarantee that who will be devoted to someone just because their genes are injected into them.

Everyone has their own little schemes.

Moreover, he knew very well that the women surrounding him all seemed submissive and didn't mind sharing with other women at all.

Besides being handsome, good-looking, and skilled in bed, the resources he controls are the key.

“Wanda invested ten million US dollars,” Xu Ming replied succinctly.

Yang Mi opened her mouth, unable to refute, and then said, "That Zhang Ziyi..."

"She didn't get the chance to act."

Xu Ming patted Da Mimi's butt and said, "Even if you have the chance, I won't agree. Your first role in Hollywood must be the female lead."

This picture of a pie made Yang Mi extremely happy.

Even though she knew that Xu Ming was most likely talking nonsense, she couldn't help but feel happy listening to it.

After all, if the other party doesn't offer this pie, she won't get any other pie. If she can't satisfy her material needs, at least she can satisfy her spiritual needs.

dong dong!

"Who?"

"Brother Ming, Guan Tingna is waiting for you in the meeting room with a soup pot."

Upon hearing this, Xu Ming was in a complete panic.

Damn it, having too many women isn't a good thing. He knows without even thinking what's in that pot.

……

Evening, at the apartment.

Xu Ming had a cigarette dangling from his mouth.

pat!

Guan Tingna lit a lighter for him and then leaned against the man's chest.

She was always sensible and knew that she and Xu Ming were growing further and further apart, so she rarely took the initiative to contact the latter.

Usually, the old turtle is delivered by the uncle, who then passes on a few words.

To put it more negatively, according to her uncle, this man, having finally stood up, might be very sensitive about his shameful past. Whenever he sees her, his former lover, he might be reminded of the mud on his shoes.

But she is also very sentimental. She doesn't compete or fight for anything, yet she manages to secure a place that can't be taken away.

She trusted her uncle because he was old, so she always behaved herself.

This visit was also the latter's idea. Not competing or vying doesn't mean doing nothing; it's also important to occasionally show up and make your presence felt.

"You look thinner?" Xu Ming asked casually.

"I'm on a diet recently, and I feel like I've gained a little weight," Guan Tingna said with distress.

"Losing weight is a joke. Compared to other actresses, they're so thin they're practically skin and bones to look good on camera. You can't compare."

Xu Ming said irritably, "Your figure was just right before, plump and full, with your own unique niche, and it felt fleshy to the touch, which I liked."

Guan Tingna heard the last sentence: "He likes it."

Her eyes lit up instantly. She had seen Yang Mi at Qiming and also saw Gulnazar passing by. She felt overshadowed by Yang Mi's beauty.

Now I've finally found where I'm confident.

"I understand, I'll eat more when I get back," Guan Tingna said.

"now it's right."

Xu Ming smiled and said, "You don't need to be reserved in front of me. In my heart, you're still my good older sister."

That's right. Back when I wasn't making it big at Benshan Media, I relied on Sister Na to pass the time.

Guan Tingna nodded, but she didn't take it seriously.

Successful people always say not to be reserved and to just be the same as before, but when they actually do turn back to their old ways, they become unhappy.

"I have agreed to produce a TV series for Benshan Media. The company's scriptwriting team has already finished the script and we will start filming soon."

"The female lead is a character with a lot of suffering and hatred. If you can't play that role, then just play a supporting role with a lot of screen time. That role involves fighting with your mother-in-law and your husband. I guarantee you'll enjoy playing that role," Xu Ming instructed.

"Beating up your mother-in-law and down your husband?"

Upon hearing this description, Guan Tingna felt a surge of anticipation.

This character is quite interesting.

This drama is the later representative of melodramatic dramas, "My Mother Tian Xiaocao". Xu Ming reserved the role of Ma Xifeng for Guan Tingna.

Although she was the third female lead, if she acted well, her highlights were no less than those of the second female lead.

As for the female lead, he plans to give the role to Xiao Shenyang's wife, Shen Chunyang, who just started airing a drama called "Cherry," in which she plays a mentally challenged mother.

The male lead role is played by Song Xiaobao, who also plays Shen Chunyang's husband in "Cherry".

The two are essentially teaming up again for similar roles.

Honestly, despite being comedians, these two are incredibly talented at acting in melodramas.

"By the way, how's the media situation going?" Xu Ming asked.

“People are in a state of panic, but although Master doesn’t show himself, he’s managing to keep things under control,” Guan Tingna said.

"That's good. Remember to contact me immediately if anything happens. After all, I come from a media background."

Xu Ming gave a brief instruction: if something really happens, Master and Xiao Shenyang probably won't be willing to come to him for help.

As he spoke, he put on his clothes.

Guan Tingna nodded, then asked, puzzled, "What's this?"

"go home."

Xu Ming paused for a moment: "My parents now live in Beijing with me. If I don't report that I'm not home at night, they can't sleep at all."

Yeah, he's a grown man in his early twenties, and there's still a curfew.

Although he felt a little uncomfortable, he was quite willing to accept it.

(End of this chapter)