Shadow of Chinese Entertainment

Chapter 170 Vested Interested Persons

The sunlight was as clear as if it had just been washed by clean water, pouring unreservedly onto the crew's busy filming location, adding a touch of warmth to the busy scene.

After all, it is winter, and the biting north wind whistles from time to time, cutting people's cheeks like ice knives.

But even though the weather was freezing cold, it did not dampen everyone's enthusiasm for work.

The script supervisor was holding a thick clapperboard and jogging along, muttering to himself, afraid of missing any details of the shooting.

The prop masters worked together to lift a heavy "rockery". The rockery was extremely realistic, and every texture looked like a trace of carving by time.

Several young assistants, carrying piles of scripts and documents, moved flexibly among the crowd, looking very anxious.

At the shooting location, director Yu Minjie stood steadily on the towering camera lift. The lift's arm was extended high, holding him and the photographer firmly in the air.

Holding a megaphone, he shouted instructions to the actors below: "Yang Guo, your movements can be a little bigger, with more tension! That so-and-so... and that so-and-so..."

His voice, accompanied by the whistling wind, echoed continuously in the empty venue. The actors listened attentively and quickly adjusted their state.

In addition to the slightly pungent smell of props spray paint, the air was also filled with a vigorous enthusiasm. Everyone was looking forward to the filming of The Return of the Condor Heroes.

However, in this seemingly vibrant atmosphere, assistant director Wang Zhongsong's heart was shrouded in gloom, as if he was being pressed down by a thick layer of dark clouds, making it difficult for him to breathe.

Wang Zhongsong returned to his slightly messy temporary office and was pacing back and forth alone.

Whenever he thought of the setback he had suffered because of Hu Xiaobei and the loss of the heroine's chance because of An Xiaoqian, his brows would be tightly knitted together, and the veins on his forehead would bulge slightly due to his inner anger.

There was a chilling viciousness in his eyes, and with every step he took, his feet seemed to be filled with endless resentment, stomping heavily on the ground with a dull sound.

Suddenly, he stopped abruptly as if he had thought of something.

A strange sneer gradually appeared on the originally gloomy face. That smile was like a poisonous snake hidden in the darkness, ready to launch a fatal attack at any time.

At this moment, a sinister plan seemed to flash through his mind, and this plan made a glimmer of excitement flash in his eyes, a glimmer of calculation and revenge.

The next second, he turned around impatiently, grabbed the gold-rimmed glasses on the table, put them on his face casually, and then walked out with big strides while making a phone call.

Along the way, he kept adjusting his expression, quickly hiding that sinister look and replacing it with his usual smile.

When he walked into the bearded man's room, the bearded man was sitting on the sofa, smoking leisurely. The smoke swirled around his beard, adding a bit of mystery.

Yu Minjie sat on the sofa, concentrating on the script in his hand, circling and drawing on it from time to time.

Wang Zhongsong had a smile on his face and his eyes were narrowed into slits, just like a cunning fox.

He took a few quick steps and came in front of the two of them. He greeted them first and then quickly got to the point.

"I've been racking my brain lately and have come up with a brilliant idea for our show. I guarantee it will be a huge hit across the country!"

As he spoke, a barely perceptible cunning glint flashed in his eyes, a calculation hidden deep in his heart.

The bearded man raised his head, looked at him doubtfully, reached out and touched his signature beard, and uttered a low, questioning sound: "Oh?"

The voice seemed to come from the chest, with a bit of majesty and inquiry, as if waiting for Wang Zhongsong to continue.

Seeing this, Wang Zhongsong felt secretly proud. He cleared his throat, straightened his back deliberately, and started to gesture in a pretentious manner.

As he spoke, he waved his hands in the air, as if to present the scene in his mind directly in front of the two people: "We can add an important scene after Xiaolongnu defeats King Jinlun at the martial arts conference!
Just think about it, what a wonderful scene that was! Little Dragon Girl, dressed in white, defeated the arrogant King Jinlun amid the amazement of the crowd. There must be some sequel, right?
If this scene is shot well, it will definitely become the highlight of the entire drama, and the popularity will surely soar like a rocket!

Moreover, the competition in the film and television industry is fierce, so we have to create topics.

This drama is incredibly topical, sparking heated discussions before it even airs thanks to topics, trailers, and stills, attracting even more viewers and increasing the exposure of The Return of the Condor Heroes. Just imagine how many viewers will be drawn to their screens by these topics and news, eagerly waiting to see our show!

He spoke with great joy and a rich expression on his face, as if he had already seen the scene after the show became a hit.

After hearing this, Yu Minjie frowned slightly. He put down the script in his hand, raised his head, and there was a hint of worry and hesitation in his eyes.

"Is this last-minute extra scene even possible? Our filming schedule is already packed. Will this disrupt the entire flow?"

As he spoke, his fingers tapped lightly on the table, making a rhythmic sound.

Wang Zhongsong waved his hands quickly, his smile growing even brighter. He said confidently, "Director Yu, don't worry! I will definitely make all the arrangements perfectly."

"Leave this scene to me. I promise there won't be any problems! If anything goes wrong, you'll hold me responsible!"

As he spoke, he patted his chest, looking so confident, as if he really had everything under control.

After Wang Zhongsong's eloquent and eloquent persuasion, Big Beard and Yu Minjie looked at each other, as if they were having some kind of silent communication.

After a moment, they all nodded, as if they were convinced by Wang Zhongsong.

When Wang Zhongsong saw this scene, he was secretly delighted. A hint of pride flashed in his eyes, which was the pleasure of his conspiracy succeeding.

Little did he know that as soon as he left the room, the bearded man put out the cigarette in his hand in the ashtray with force, making a dull sound and breaking the brief silence.

He looked up at Yu Minjie, and his expression became solemn.

"What do you think Wang Zhongsong is up to?"

The bearded man knew what was going on, but on the surface he frowned, and a hint of caution lingered in his words: "He suddenly made such a suggestion, and I always feel that it's not that simple."

Yu Minjie leaned back on the sofa, crossed his arms over his chest, and sighed softly, "I also think he has no good intentions. His thoughts are all written on his face, and he's so self-righteous."

He sat up again, leaned forward slightly, and glanced towards the door with a sharp, all-seeing look in his eyes, suggesting something.

"We had some unpleasantness before, and given his personality, he won't let it go easily. He's definitely trying to use this opportunity to stir up trouble. We have to be extra careful."

The bearded man nodded slightly, stroked his beard, and fell into deep thought: "This kid has always been restless on the set.

If not... I would have kicked him out of the crew long ago.

But we can’t offend the forces behind him, so we still have to give him some respect. We might need him in the future…”

Yu Minjie sneered, his tone full of sarcasm: "Humph, he has such little tricks, we just need to be aware of them.

From a filming perspective, his suggestion is indeed not problematic. If it is filmed, it will definitely be helpful to the series "The Return of the Condor Heroes."

The bearded man stood up, opened the window a little, and paced back and forth in the room: "That's right, even if he messes up, it's none of our business.

When the time comes, we can step in to remedy the situation, do a favor for everyone involved, and at the same time, build up some prestige within the crew."

Yu Minjie's lips curled up slightly, revealing a barely perceptible smile. "It seems we have the same idea. Let him do whatever he wants. We'll just keep an eye on him from behind. If anything goes wrong, it won't be too late for us to step in and solve it."

The bearded man stopped, lit another cigarette, took a satisfied drag, and then slowly exhaled: "Okay, let's do it. After all, we are the vested interests. No matter what he does, it won't affect us."

The two smiled at each other, as if they had already taken control of the overall situation and were full of confidence in what was to come.

(End of this chapter)