Entertainment: 1990

Chapter 208 Return to Tianjin

Finish the drink.

Luan Shu, completely drunk, was taken away by Han Hong, while Wang Luyao naturally got into Zhang Yan's car.

However, the two did not return to the Guomao Courtyard, but instead booked a room at a nearby hotel.

As soon as they entered, Wang Luyao clung to Zhang Yan, excitedly asking, "Do you think they'll be able to get together tonight?"

"Uh~"

Although Zhang Yan was instrumental in bringing the two together, it would be too much to ask him to imagine that scene.

So he changed the subject, asking, "Are you coming back with me tomorrow, or are you waiting for Han Hong to come along?"

"I'll wait for Han Hong."

Wang Luyao said, "I want to know if she can actually win over Luan Shu tonight!"

Got~
This topic can't be avoided.

Zhang Yan picked her up and carried her to the double bed, saying, "You should worry about whether you can get up tomorrow."

…………

The next morning.

“Yes, we spent the night at a hotel. There must be people at the Guomao area!” After Zhang Yan left, Wang Luyao started tattling to Chen Hong again.

Her recent enthusiasm and attentiveness are not because she has completely sided with Chen Hong, but because she genuinely feels threatened.

The average looks of the young women in the film and television industry are much better than those of singers, and they are all incredibly good at playing fox spirits.

If someone as beautiful as Chen Hong were to appear, the first one to be affected would definitely be her, the mistress.

At that time, the only people who can help, besides her own two unique advantages, will be Chen Hong, the first wife.

Just hung up the phone.

Han Hong then called again.

Upon hearing that it was her, Wang Luyao immediately asked excitedly, "How did it go? Did you manage to win her over last night?"

"I-I don't know."

Han Hong's voice was filled with confusion: "He ran off this morning without even washing his face or brushing his teeth. Should I call him now, or..."

"Uh~"

This reaction was somewhat unexpected for Wang Luyao, but upon closer reflection, it seemed quite logical.

Wang Luyao didn't know how to offer advice, so she said, "Have you asked our General Manager Zhang?"

"No, I'm a little embarrassed to make the call."

"Then I'll ask you."

Wang Luyao called Zhang Yan again.

After she finished explaining the situation in detail, Zhang Yan smiled and said, "It's alright, I've already made all the arrangements. Tell Han Hong not to worry, just wait for the call tonight—remember, no matter whose call it is, make sure it was Luan Shu who called."

Given Luan Shu's personality, he would definitely be too embarrassed to publicize such a thing. The only ways he could vent his emotions, besides using music, were to drown his sorrows in alcohol.

Once Luan Shu is completely drunk, someone will naturally use his phone to call Han Hong.

There's no way around it; the rock scene is full of people trying to curry favor with Zhang Yan these days, and they won't even blink if they turn their backs on their brothers and friends—besides, this can be considered doing someone a favor.

…………

After Zhang Yan returned to Tianjin at noon, he first handed the first draft of the script to Chen Hong, partly to help her familiarize herself with the role as soon as possible, and partly to prepare for the application in July. According to the higher-ups, the pilot program would be officially announced on July 1st, at which time all five companies would have to submit their upcoming filming plans for review by the relevant departments—although they were all companies with connections, the higher-ups were clearly still not entirely at ease.

"The filming budget is tentatively set at 300 million, but we'll say it's 500 million in cost to the public..." Zhang Yan said, then added, "By the way, later you should have Wang Jinghua hire two football coaches to give Han Lei and the others a basic training."

"Football coach?"

Chen Hong asked in bewilderment, "What's the point of training someone to play soccer?"

"The Football Association is going to launch a commercial league next year, and the popularity will definitely be high. Let's also take the lead in organizing a celebrity charity football match to raise funds for the poor and remote areas, and at the same time, consolidate our exposure."

Hearing that it was about publicity, Chen Hong didn't ask any further questions. Now, not only her, but everyone in Yuanmeng Company admired President Zhang's marketing skills and wouldn't question any of his decisions.

"How have Chang Jihong and Li Songqiang been performing lately?"

"Chang Jihong performed exceptionally well. Without her, the film company's pre-production preparations would definitely not have gone so smoothly. Li Songqiang also performed very well, but he still lacks experience."

Having finished discussing the important matters, Chen Hong sat on Zhang Yan's lap, put her arms around his neck, and laughed, "Who was at the China World Trade Center yesterday?"

"What, that informant called you again?"

"Of course, I'm very well-informed now."

Chen Hong smiled and made no attempt to cover for Wang Luyao. Wang Luyao wanted to find her as a backer, and her backer was Zhang Yan.

So from the very beginning, Chen Hong didn't hide this matter, and even regarded Wang Luyao's little thoughts as a little spice in the relationship.

Although there was nothing to hide from Chen Hong, Zhang Yan still didn't want to mention other people in front of her, so he lowered his head and kissed Chen Hong's earlobe, changing the subject and saying, "I want to prepare a house in Beijing for my parents and your parents."

"This is certainly a good thing, but I'm afraid the elderly will find it hard to leave their hometown."

"What if..."

Zhang extended his hand and rubbed her flat stomach.

Chen Hong immediately sat up straight, excitedly saying, "You mean...we want a child?!"

She was so excited that she even stuttered a little.

"would you like?"

"Of course I do!"

Chen Hong didn't just talk about it; she also took action.

"No, no, no!"

Zhang Yan hurriedly pressed down on his waistband and said, "I heard that it's best to quit smoking and drinking for a period of time before having children, so that the children born that way will be the healthiest."

And you're starting filming in August. You know Wang Ji, the actress in "A Native of Beijing in New York," right? I heard she gave birth to a child with intellectual disabilities prematurely because of overwork on set, and she's reportedly seeking medical help all over the world.

After hearing Wang Ji's cautionary tale, Chen Hong's excited mood calmed down a bit, but she still couldn't help but hug Zhang Yan and imagine their future life together.

They had already decided on the timing of getting pregnant, getting married, bringing their parents to Beijing to help with the baby, and even the baby's name.

The sweet moment between the two was interrupted when the Economic Development Zone Management Committee called Chen Hong to invite her to the school's unveiling ceremony three days later.

In order to be established as soon as possible, the Film and Television Technology Academy decided to temporarily borrow the old campus of a middle school—of course, the new campus is also under construction at an accelerated pace.

In the first year, we'll test the waters with a few dozen people we have connections with, so that the master craftsmen can find a balance between the master-apprentice system and open teaching.

Once things are more or less sorted out next year, we will officially open enrollment to the public.

As for why they called Chen Hong, it was because the Economic Development Zone Management Committee reciprocated by giving Chen Hong the title of honorary principal.

(End of this chapter)