Huayu Chunqiu, starting from being adopted by a fairy mother

Chapter 455 Very Sweet

All this deliberation and planning was simply to give the children a legitimate status so they could grow up healthily in the sunshine.

Given the chance, no one wants their child to be labeled as an illegitimate child, pointed at by the public, and gossiped about behind their back by relatives and neighbors.

"Tian Tian, ​​I didn't see you book a whole theater for 'The Message' this time?" Shu Chang didn't want to talk to Yang Mi; this woman was crazy.

"They're probably waiting for the wind to blow," Aunt Yang Mi chuckled. She didn't want to pay any attention to Shu Chang; that woman had mental problems.

If Jing Tian weren't there, the two of them would definitely start arguing after just a few words.

"When school starts, I'll treat all the teachers and students to a movie, two tickets per person." Jing Tian said casually. "What your children's surnames are in the future has nothing to do with me. My children can have whatever surname they want."

"Holy crap, she's rich! Can you give me a few more tickets? I'll take my whole family to see it." Yang Mi drooled, not for the movie tickets, but for Jing Tian's wallet.

Shu Chang won Zhou Yi, and Sister Li's funds arrived immediately.

She set up a studio, but aside from receiving some gifts, she got nothing else.

Starting from scratch, she built everything herself.

Yang Mi isn't like Fan Bingbing; she's not that wealthy. She can certainly afford to cover her own expenses, buy a house and a car. But running a company and initiating her own projects will require more than just a little savings.

"Sorry, you've graduated," Jing Tian joked.

"Don't underestimate undergraduates," Yang Mi retorted.

“Sister Chang, in that movie I played two roles, one as the boss and the other as the girlfriend. The two characters have completely different personalities, and I don’t even know who is who anymore. You often play two roles, so you have to teach me…” Jing Tian pulled on Shu Chang’s arm.

"I'll teach you, I often play two roles too. Goddess Xi Yao and Tang Xuejian, look how well I acted." Yang Mi felt jealous. So many people online praised my acting, but I didn't even ask the master for guidance. I really didn't know how to appreciate a great talent.

"I'll have Sister Chang teach me first, and then I'll talk to you." Jing Tian hesitated for a moment, feeling embarrassed to discourage Yang Mi, as she thought Sister Mi's acting skills were not as good as Sister Chang's.

Shu Chang was very satisfied and felt great. Her attitude towards Yang Mi improved a lot. "Shu Han, I heard you've taken on a lot of roles recently, and you even want to compete for the TV series version of 'Painted Skin.' The movie version is played by Xixi as Xiao Wei. If you compete for the TV series version of Xiao Wei, won't people talk about you?"

"Whatever, say whatever you want. My relationship with Liu Yifei isn't something they can change with a few words. I'm not some fairy godmother, I don't mind playing the same role as her." Yang Mi didn't care. Her studio had just been established, and she wanted to make money quickly, then participate in project production, and eventually lead projects herself.

"Little Fairy? Honey, you're too mean. Senior Sister doesn't want to talk about this at all, but you just have to bring it up." Jing Tian smiled wryly.

"I only talk about it behind her back. If I say it to her face, I'm afraid she'll challenge me to a fight." Yang Mi pouted. "I might not be able to beat her now, but if I give that girl a chance, she'll definitely take the opportunity to beat me up."

During the Chinese New Year, if Liu Jing hadn't arrived in time, she would have almost been played with by the little lion.

"Oh, so what were you saying about us behind our backs?" Shu Chang asked with a displeased expression.

"It's definitely not going to be nice, don't worry about it," Yang Mi said with a grin.

"Tch! We're all in the same boat..."

Jing Tian sighed as she listened to her two older sisters bickering. "This show can't do without me. They'll definitely fight, and Sister Qianqian might even laugh at us."

Yang Mi, Shu Chang, and Jing Tian were able to get together in a pretty good atmosphere, and it all started in early August.

Liu Jing is currently filming "Let the Bullets Fly," Shu Chang has just finished dealing with Zhou Yi's matter, and Jing Tian is preparing for "My Beautiful Boss."

At the beginning of August, Yang Mi took the initiative to approach Shu Chang, "Silly girl, I've read the novel serialized in Dahlia, it's quite interesting. This is your first film as a director, and my studio is about to be established, so I'd like to take on a unique script as well. How about we collaborate? Very sweet is great, very romantic is even better."

Very sweet is definitely not as good as very sweet.

Shu Chang's best friend is undoubtedly Xi Xi, and second is Jing Tian. They're very sweet together, without much scheming or drama. Having another friend like that is like having a rat dropping in the dirt.

But since Yang Mi offered herself up, and Jing Tian often spoke highly of her, Shu Chang didn't refuse outright.

"Function, this is my first film, and I don't know if it will be successful. The investment isn't large, within ten million, and that's with the money from Xixi and Jingtian. Your salary is two million now, I can't afford that."

"If I said I didn't want any payment, you'd definitely say I'm being hypocritical..."

"I won't say," Shu Chang interrupted.

Yang Mi almost choked, "Actually, I have serious doubts about your abilities, but with Mu Tou as the producer, it can't be too bad. I took the role under the studio's name, hoping for a lucky break. If it were me personally, I wouldn't take a single penny from you."

"Is your studio yours? How are you planning to distribute the shares? I don't want to cook a dish and let outsiders take a bite first," Shu Chang asked.

"The studio is my personal property. If we establish a company later, I will be the owner of the company." Yang Mi said with a hint of pride.

"Zeng Jia would agree?" Shu Chang asked in surprise.

"Silly girl, when you're in the game, you have to know how to leverage influence." Yang Mi was even more smug. "I've built up this network over so many days and nights. If I can grasp his influence, of course I can leverage it too."

Zeng Jia had established her studio longer and wanted Yang Mi to conduct business under the name of her own studio, but Yang Mi refused.

After some discussion, the two agreed to determine the future share distribution of the company based on the studio's performance three years later.

Yang Mi believed she had a cheat code and couldn't possibly lose to Zeng Jia. Her demands weren't high; she just wanted 60% of the shares.

"A dog relying on its master's power," Shu Chang muttered.

"I'm a little wooden dog, what kind of dog are you?" Yang Mi wasn't angry. It wasn't a big deal; after all, a dog can't expect anything good.

"Tch!" Shu Chang blushed. She had teamed up with Yang Mi before, and Yang Mi seemed to have performed even worse.

"What about Zhou Yi? How did you and Jiang Xuerou divide the work?" Yang Mi knew when to stop; she couldn't be too definitive this time since she had come to ask for a job.

"I'm number nine, and Jiang Xuerou is number one. Control is firmly in my hands," Shu Chang said proudly.

In July, Shu Chang, along with Bai Bing and the negotiation team, used their financial power to win over Zhou Yi.

Jiang Xuerou stayed at the company, while her husband took some money and left, leaving the team behind.

Despite her high IQ, Shu Chang's management skills are truly lacking. However, she has one redeeming quality: she's self-aware. She retained Jiang Xuerou, as well as the talent introduced by Bai Bing.

Fifty million was used to resolve Zhouyi's financial problems, and Sister Li then provided another one hundred million under the guise of a loan. With this large sum of money lubricating it, Zhouyi, a machine on the verge of collapse, started turning again.

With funding secured and full integration into the upstream and downstream of the Spring and Autumn Period, Zhouyi's "Seven Weapons," which had been stalled, has been restarted.

Shu Chang was also very loyal. Not long after winning Zhou Yi's contract, she went directly to Zhao Xiaodao and asked her if she wanted to star in "Peacock Feather".

It's really strange how relationships can be between people. Shu Chang and Yang Mi see each other often, but she can't see what's so great about the other. Yet, she and Zhao Xiaodao have only known each other for a short time, and they've already become friends.

Zhao Xiaodao expressed her regret that the roadshow for "The Message" had ended by the start of her freshman year, and she would have to focus on her studies.

"Oh. I thought Qianqian was number nine." Yang Mi pouted. What's so smug about that? She just has a good best friend and a good godmother. If I hadn't been aiming to become a member of the Liu family back then, I would have settled for a godmother too.

“What’s mine is hers, so don’t try to sow discord between us. Our relationship isn’t as superficial as yours with Liu Shishi. For Xixi’s sake, Huang Xiaoxian is yours. The script can also be tailor-made for you, and the female lead’s name will be changed to Yang Xiaoxian.”

With the airing of "Chinese Paladin 3", the four beauties of the series gradually became known.

Outsiders assumed they were just good friends, praising their friendship from the Legend of Sword and Fairy series. Shu Chang, however, didn't see it that way. She felt these four could form nine different groups. All sorts of relationships between women could be embodied in them.

Recently, the relationship between Xixi and Yang Mi has improved. Even if Yang Mi doesn't approach her, the role will still be given to Yang Mi.

What seemed unexpected to Liu Jing was that Shu Chang listened to advice, specifically to Qianqian's advice.

"Yang Xiaoxian is out of the question. If Shishi is going to play the role, we can change it to Liu Xiaoxian." Yang Mi politely declined.

"Whatever you want," Shu Chang said indifferently.

"Since you're so agreeable, I'll do you a favor. I heard from Jing Tian that Wen Zhang can't get his schedule free, is that true?" Yang Mi said with a smile.

Knowing more, Jing Tian had acted with Wen Zhang before and volunteered, contacting Wen Zhang first. Wen Zhang declined, saying he couldn't free up his schedule as he was about to film with Li Lianjie.

This is just nonsense and showing off; Jing Tian never said when filming would start. Wen Zhang and Li Lianjie's drama started filming in August and wrapped in October, which doesn't conflict with "Love is Not Blind" at all.

Shu Chang personally invited him, and Wen Zhang didn't refuse. He first asked about the film's investment situation, and then said that he would support it if he wasn't too busy.

This is just an excuse, not much better than a polite refusal.

"He doesn't want to come, and I don't even think much of him. Jing Tian recommended Zhu Yuchen; the guy's got a unique way of roasting people. And there's the newly aired 'iPartment,' have you seen it? Zeng Xiaoxian in it is pretty cheeky, even cheekier than Wang Xiaojian. If all else fails, I'll ask Hu Ge." Shu Chang said dismissively.

"I'll handle Wen Zhang for you, and the fee will be under one million." Yang Mi was confident.

She had read the novel and thought Wen Zhang was the most suitable. Hu Ge was also despicable, but he lacked something compared to Wen Zhang. As for Zhu Yuchen and Zeng Xiaoxian, they were even further behind.

Jing Tian immediately said, "Brother Wen Zhang, my sister is filming a movie, and she plays such and such a role. It's so interesting!"

Shu Chang explained it in more detail: it was adapted from a novel serialized in our school's Dahlia magazine. When she wrote the novel, she used you as a template.

Yang Mi thought that these two people, one named Jing Hanhan and the other Sha Niu, were indeed right. They chattered on and on, almost putting the person to sleep, without getting to the point.

Who is Wen Zhang? A rising star, no less popular than the "Four Little Heavenly Kings" (a term referring to four popular young actors). His fame has soared even higher with the recently popular drama "Dwelling Narrowness."

Yang Mi and Wen Zhang have acted together and she knows Wen Zhang's personality very well.

Jing Tian thought they were from the same hometown and had worked together on a film, so they had some connection. But actually, the other person didn't care at all. This rising star was very pragmatic.

Shu Chang and Wen Zhang had worked together six or seven years ago, and Wen Zhang thought their relationship was even more absurd.

"Are you really that good?" Shu Chang asked suspiciously, sensing that Yang Hanshu had ulterior motives.

Yang Mi did not argue, but took out her phone and dialed Wen Zhang's number in front of Shu Chang.

After a few pleasantries, Yang Mi got straight to the point, "Brother Wenzhang, Liu Jing wants to make a movie. I've looked into it, and the male lead seems quite suitable for you, so I recommended you to him. Filming starts early next year, and with your tight schedule, I wonder if you'll have the time?"

Wen Zhang was delighted. "Hey girl, thanks! You really thought of me when something good happened. What movie? I'm always here."

Shu Chang clutched her chest; it was too heartbreaking, even the little pigeons couldn't stop her.

She knew that using Liu Jing's name would be effective, but she didn't expect it to be this effective.

The script isn't finished yet. Shu Chang is meticulous in her work. What if Liu Jing doesn't have time to be the producer in the later stages?
She knew how busy Liu Jing would be. He hadn't finished filming "Let the Bullets Fly" and "My Love from the Star," and before the new year, he had "The Night the Comet Came" and "The Myth 2." After the new year, he still had "The Investiture of the Gods" and "Nie Xiaoqian" waiting for him.

She wanted to wait until everything was finalized before announcing that Liu Jing would be the producer.

Besides, she also wanted to test her abilities, and now that she has, she has found that her appeal is far inferior.

"It's a movie about heartbreak, adapted from a novel. It was serialized on Douban in May and it's quite popular. The book is being published, I'll send you a few copies tomorrow. The author is from the Literature Department of Beijing Film Academy, and you're her idol. She really likes you; when she was writing her novel, the male protagonist always had your shadow in him." Yang Mi gestured to Shu Chang to be quiet.

Shu Chang hummed softly, "I've already said all those lines."

"Haha, she's even a fan of mine! Then we definitely have to film it. This movie is directed by Shu Chang, right? I've heard her talk about it." Wen Zhang laughed. He understood halfway through Yang Mi's sentence.

Shu Chang rolled her eyes. "Am I chatting? That was an invitation. You think I'm just having a casual chat with you?"

"Oh my, she mentioned this to you too? What a coincidence. Shu Chang is about to graduate with her master's degree in directing, and this is her graduation project prepared by Liu Jing. Liu Yifei is the producer, Liu Jing is the executive producer, and I'm the female lead. Liu Jing originally wanted to cast Hu Ge, but we had a great working relationship, so she thought of you." Yang Mi's tone was full of surprise, as if she really didn't know that Shu Chang had invited Wen Zhang.

"Girl, I won't say anything more, I'll treat you to dinner. If there are any suitable roles for you in the future, I'll definitely recommend you," Wen Zhang promised.

"You've done me a favor, I can't let you treat me. By the way, there's something, this is Shu Chang's graduation project, the investment isn't big. The fee won't be high..."

Wen Zhang interrupted him directly, very generously, "What do you mean by salary? I'd be willing to pay out of my own pocket to act in Liu Jing's movies."

"Haha, how could I let you pay me? Relationships are relationships, and rules are rules, so don't worry."

Listening to the two's harmonious conversation, Shu Chang looked frustrated; the other person's actions had caused trouble both inside and outside the company.

Just as Yang Mi hung up the phone, Shu Chang's phone rang; it was Wen Zhang calling.

A few minutes later, the call ended, and Shu Chang felt even more melancholy.

Liu Jing is just a nobody, why are you so obsequious at first and then so respectful? Not only did the other party take the initiative to inquire about the scriptwriting, but they were also willing to introduce actors to the crew, and even implied that they could work for free.

"It's really amazing. We're always with Mu Tou and we don't realize how effective his name is..." Shu Chang exclaimed.

"Don't say 'we,' that's because you don't realize it. Liu Yifei thinks of you in everything and gives you everything, of course you don't realize it," Yang Mi interrupted.

"If I had known, I would have said Liu Jing was the producer too," Shu Chang said listlessly.

"If I'd known, you wouldn't have done it either," Yang Mi muttered.

Jing Tian didn't say anything because the word "borrowing power" didn't exist in her vocabulary.

Shu Chang didn't mention it because she still felt a bit proud and wanted to prove herself.

Yang Mi didn't have that kind of carefree arrogance. "How could I have any face in front of that bastard? What haven't I done? Pride is for outsiders."

"Sigh! One-tenth of the profit sharing will be used to offset your salary, giving you a great start." Shu Chang sighed. I'm much luckier than Yang Mi. She started from a studio, while I went straight to Zhou Yi.

She's still taking on acting roles to earn money, while I have a special fund of 100 million yuan given to me by my godmother.

Thinking about this, Shu Chang felt much better and decided to treat Yang Mi better on set and cause her less trouble.

"I'll take it. I suggest you sign the contract with Wen Zhang as soon as possible, and then let Dahlia start writing the script." Yang Mi breathed a sigh of relief. With Liu Jing as the producer, this film was guaranteed to make a profit.

"Yes! The male and female leads were decided early on so that the script could be written with your personalities in mind."

"That doesn't sound like a nice thing to say."

"Don't worry, it definitely won't be anything nice!"

(End of this chapter)