Entertainment: 1990

Chapter 401 Wang Luyao's Proposal
Around 4 PM, in the period costume area of ​​the film and television base.

After repeated adjustments and arrangements, the dance department at the banquet finally passed the acceptance test, but Wang Luyao frowned and was not happy at all.

Before she came, she had hoped that the dance troupe would make a stunning appearance, but now, in order to accommodate Guan Zhilin's physical condition, the entire performance has become very mediocre.

A dance like this could be performed by anyone, not just students from the Beijing Dance Academy, but even a rural performer from a county dance troupe, after a few days of practice.

I should have known better than to take this job.

"Captain."

At this moment, Deputy Commander Zhang Yunfeng came over to report: "Everyone has changed their clothes. When are we going back?"

"Just now."

Wang Luyao said, "You take your people and wait in the car first. I'll say hello to Director Zhang and Director Feng, and then I'll be there."

Upon hearing that the dance troupe was leaving, Xian Qiran first expressed her gratitude repeatedly, and then added that she should urge Wang Luyao to make sure the "backup" was well prepared and thoroughly understand the script.

Wang Luyao wasn't surprised by this, since anyone could see that Guan Zhilin wasn't in good condition. If it weren't for her repeated NGs, the dance troupe's scenes would have been filmed long ago.

When Wang Luyao arrived at the gate and was about to get into the Iveco van, her assistant suddenly pointed to the opposite side and said, "Sister, that's Mr. Zhang's car."

Yan Ge has been busy preparing for the wedding these past few days, what brings him to the company all of a sudden?
Wang Luyao thought for a moment and then instructed Zhang Yunfeng, "Take them back first. Tell the kitchen to add two more main dishes tonight, and say it was my idea."

After the Iveco drove away, she led her assistant to the building across the street.

At that time, Zhang Yan was receiving Feng Xiaogang and others in his office.

As expected, Feng Xiaogang immediately proposed to invite Ge You to star in "A Day Trip to Realize a Dream" upon meeting. Given Ge You's current status, this was already considered a condescension, and Yuanmeng had no reason to refuse.

So this matter naturally came to fruition.

As for Xu Fan playing the female lead, Feng Xiaogang has never mentioned it, but based on his contribution in bringing Ge You in, even if he doesn't make his intentions clear, the company has to reciprocate.

Besides, this is common in the entertainment industry—when Zhang Guoli switched to directing, didn't he also bring Deng Jie along?

At this moment, Xu Fan suddenly joked with a smile, "I heard that Zhang Yimou is also in Tianjin. Could it be that he is also going to join Yuanmeng? If so, then Yuanmeng will truly be like a tiger with wings."

Zhang Yan shook his head and said, "Yuanmeng's current strategy is to focus on the small screen, and incidentally produce some low-budget family comedies. For the company, Director Feng is the right wing—Director Zhang doesn't meet the company's needs right now."

One sentence put Feng Xiaogang at ease. He didn't have any artistic ambitions at the moment, as long as Zhang Yan was willing to support him in making low-budget comedies.

"This is truly a regret for Director Zhang."

Feng Xiaogang laughed and said, "His long take in 'To Live' was described by the Cannes jury as the 'pinnacle of Eastern aesthetics'—but then again, it takes courage to give up Director Zhang on his own initiative, and only you, Mr. Zhang, dare to make such a decision."

"Haha~"

Zhang Yanshang pointed at him and said to Ge You beside him, "Director Feng's mouth is so sharp, it can talk the dead back to life."

Ge You also chimed in, "That's why I love being with Xiaogang. With my looks, only he can give me such compliments."

Just as they were enjoying themselves, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in~"

Wang Zhongqi pushed open the door and handed several documents and a key to Zhang Yan.

Zhang Yan picked up the key and said to Feng Xiaogang, "This dormitory building won't be completed until next year, so the company has temporarily rented a small courtyard for you. It's a bit far from the company, but it's convenient to get in and out so you can drive your car in."

As she spoke, she pointed to Wang Zhongqi and said, "You know Director Wang too. You can ask him for reimbursement of gas expenses in the future."

Wang Zhongqi added, "I've already had the courtyard cleaned up. Director Feng, you can take a look tomorrow when you have some free time, and see if anything is missing. I'll then have someone replace it."

"tomorrow?"

Feng Xiaogang took the keys and, while stringing them onto the car keychain, asked疑惑地问道：“Then tonight…”

Zhang Yan said, "I've arranged hotel rooms for the three of you and paid half a month's rent in advance, so it'll be easier for you to look after each other. You can officially move in after Brother Ge and Xu Fan return to Beijing." Seeing how thoughtful Zhang Yan was, Feng Xiaogang was secretly moved and felt more confident about his future in realizing his dream.

"boss."

At this moment, Wang Zhongqi whispered a reminder: "Commander Wang is here. It looks like he has something to discuss with you."

After moving to the Dream Building, Wang Zhongqi finally changed his form of address, but instead of following the crowd and calling him "General Manager Zhang," he changed it to "Boss."

Upon hearing this, Feng Xiaogang quickly replied, "You go about your business. Youzi and I will just have a chance to try your fine tea."

So Zhang Yanchong apologized to Ge You and left the office.

In the corridor, Wang Luyao was leaning against the door talking to Zhang Yadong's wife, Cao Fang, when she saw Zhang Yan and Wang Zhongqi coming out of the office and hurriedly went to greet them.

She has her own office in the Dream Building, but she enjoys the pleasure of occupying the compound and ruling the world behind closed doors, so she rarely comes here to work.

"Is 'The Hegemon-King of Western Chu' finished?"

While asking questions, Zhang Yan took out his key and opened the door to Chen Hong's office.

"Right after the event, Rosamund Kwan was in a bad state and couldn't keep up with the dance rhythm. One of the assistant directors even tried to accuse our dance troupe, but fortunately Director Sin was reasonable and made him apologize to me."

“People from Hong Kong Island, it’s not surprising.”

"besides."

The two went inside. Zhang Yan sat on the sofa, and Wang Luyao sat on Zhang Yan's lap, wrapping her arms around his neck and saying, "When he left, Director Xian specifically told Wang Yan to study the character carefully and to thoroughly understand the script. I guess he doesn't think Guan Zhilin can stick to filming."

This coincided with Zhang Yan's judgment.

"So you came to me just to talk about this?"

"I wanted to discuss with you whether we should re-sign a contract with Wang Yan—after all, it's Zhang Yimou and Gong Li's production team. What if she becomes famous after filming and wants to break the contract to develop her career in Hong Kong?"

This concern is quite real, after all, until the early 21st century, many mainland actresses still went to Hong Kong to "prove their path".

"Great, your knowledge has really grown since you became the regimental commander."

Zhang Yan first praised her, making Wang Luyao beam with joy, then shook his head and said, "But there's no need for that for now. We don't lack actors, what we lack is foundation and more successful cases. If she can take advantage of the platform the company has built to soar to great heights, that would be a good advertisement for our dream of achieving success."

He paused, then his smile turned cold: "If she goes to Hong Kong Island and finds herself helpless and suffers a major setback, then the advertisement will be even more effective."

Zhang Yan called Long Wu the day before yesterday, inviting him to his wedding. If Wang Yan thinks that she can gain a foothold in Hong Kong after betraying Yuan Meng, she is being far too naive.

Wang Luyao sensed the unspoken meaning in his words, leaned over and pecked him on the cheek: "That puts my mind at ease."

She then casually asked, "By the way, Brother Yan, I heard you recently gave two advertisements to an unknown student from the Central Academy of Drama?"

Zhang Yan smiled and asked in return, "What, you want to teach me how to do things?"

"How could I dare!"

Wang Luyao quickly shook her head and said awkwardly, "What I actually wanted to ask was whether you would like to personally give Wang Yan some pointers. After all, you're a screenwriter, so you're definitely better than her..."

"Nonsense."

Zhang Yan pinched her round heart and scolded, "What will the other actors think if you do this at a time like this? Won't they think that in our Dream Come True, you can only get ahead by accepting unspoken rules?"

He wasn't against unspoken rules, but a company can't operate entirely on them.

Wang Luyao cried out in pain and didn't dare to say anything more, but her face clearly said: Isn't that how it is?

Zhang Yan pinched her again, annoyed, and retorted, "Wang Jinghua, Chang Jihong, didn't they all get to where they are through their own abilities?! Aren't Tian Zhen, Han Hong, and Sun Yue famous enough?!"

(End of this chapter)