The only sun in Huayu

Chapter 109 Moving House, Little Maid (24)

"It's okay, don't worry. Dress up nicely, and I'll introduce you to some people."

Having dealt with Tang Wei, Jiang Zhiqiang's mind cleared, and he instructed his secretary to release the news.

"No! Next year, no, this year, right now, let's film 'Building Dreams in the Fifth Ring Road' to celebrate the sporting events of our great motherland. Let's also film 'Letters Across the Sea' to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 'Message to Compatriots in Taiwan'."

"I can talk too, I'm patriotic!"

Saturday.

The winter sun in Beijing lazily spilled onto the living room floor.

The day after the celebration banquet for "The Supervisor".

Shen Shandeng's "three-part packaged" investment plan was like throwing a piece of fat meat into a pack of wolves.

Wang Xiaowang's Huayi, Yu Dong's Bona, Wang Changtian's Enlight Media, and many other capital firms that have caught wind of this trend are already eager to make their move.

The call reached Han Sanping, as well as Ma Youde and Zhou Qifeng.

Shen Shandeng himself, accompanied by his loyal soldier Da Mimi, briefly escaped from the hustle and bustle.

He rejected all non-essential invitations and even turned down several advertising endorsements with exorbitant offers.

A faint, sweet fragrance permeated the dry air of the room.

That was the scent of Da Mi Mi's recent shower, the lingering fragrance of her shower gel.

"Don't move! I need to tear this piece smooth; the air bubbles look awful!"

Da Mimi's distinctive voice echoed in the living room, both spoiled and earnest.

She was kneeling on the soft carpet, wearing a white men's T-shirt that was obviously too big, the hem of which covered her thighs and revealed a pair of straight and smooth legs.

Inside was a set of light cherry blossom pink lace lingerie, with an extremely exquisite design.

The cups are made of delicate jacquard openwork lace, which subtly reveals the fair skin underneath. The edges are decorated with soft silk netting of the same color, which gently wraps around the full breasts.

The panties are high-waisted and also adorned with exquisite lace. A small, soft silk bow is tied at the side of the waist, which is just right to decorate the hip, adding a touch of girlish shyness and sweetness.

The lingerie set made her fair skin even more stunning, giving her a fresh and delicate look. Combined with the oversized T-shirt Shen Shandeng was wearing, it also added a touch of budding, unaware charm.

With a serious expression, Da Mimi overcame distractions, and in front of her was a huge clipping book, with scissors, glue, and the latest newspaper scattered around her.

Shen Shandeng, who was being scolded by her, lay half-reclined on the sofa like a large doll, his head resting right next to her thigh.

While watching TV, he casually teased Da Mimi.

The TV was rebroadcasting last night's movie channel interview with Shen Shandeng.

The interview premiered last night, airing as scheduled during Friday night's prime time slot.

Yesterday, the two of them were busy with other things.

After I finished what I was doing, the program aired.

"Teacher Yang, am I amazing?" Shen Shandeng nodded at Da Mimi.

Da Mimi lowered her head and said, "Amazing, amazing."

Shen Shandeng on TV exudes youthful energy and radiates a deep-seated confidence that is characteristic of young people.

Through television broadcast, it precisely resonated with every viewer.

The interview already started generating buzz last night.

Less than an hour after the program aired, its insightful and concise quotes, along with reports of the celebration banquet and the boost to box office revenue, swept across social media platforms, major film forums, and entertainment headlines on portal websites at lightning speed.

[Chinese core philosophy + Chinese visual spectacle = the key to wealth!]

The light of history illuminates the silver screen!

[The Grand Eunuch Universe has begun, and the Ming Dynasty Universe is poised for takeoff!]

Without looking up, Da Mimi carefully cut out the article from the Beijing News titled "《督公》Breaks 300 Million, Young Director Shen Shandeng Ushers in a New Era of Costume Blockbusters" along the border.

"This report from the Beijing News and the Southern Metropolis Daily is really well written, a 'new era' and a 'Shen Shandeng-style victory.' I have to put it in the middle!"

"Ok?"

Who is praising him? Which media outlet? Did I hear that right?
Shen Shandeng subconsciously wanted to get up
Oh, so it cost money.

Shen Shandeng has given up again; making money isn't shameful.

"The People's Daily's culture section has unusually published a short commentary; you're really impressive."

"Guangming Daily explored the concept of the light of history in a more academic tone."

"There's also a front-page headline in the China Film News discussing your proposed wealth secrets and replicable methodology."

Da Mimi's happiness was almost tangible, bursting out like champagne bubbles.

Shen Shandeng dominated the front pages of entertainment media.

Shen Shandeng's nonchalant and occasionally witty demeanor in interviews has been repeatedly interpreted by the media, gradually establishing his status as a rising commercial director and subtly elevating his prestige.

"I still think you're so handsome even after watching it again."

Da Mimi lowered her head, nuzzled his face, and spoke with undisguised admiration and pride.

"Don't you even know who I am?" Shen Shandeng said matter-of-factly.

Holding the remote control, you can change the channel whenever you want.

This is what family status is all about!
The entertainment channel was almost entirely filled with reports related to "The Eunuch," either about him or the other main creators.

An entertainment news program is reporting on the celebration banquet for the TV series "The Eunuch".

The camera panned across Han Sanping's triumphant face, then across the expressions of the industry leaders in the audience, before finally settling on Shen Shandeng.

He stood in the center of a shower of golden ribbons, his shoulders bathed in glory.

The TV presenter said, "We look forward to Director Shen's next goal, and the audience is waiting too."

Off-screen, Shen Shandeng casually twirled a strand of Da Mimi's hair with his fingers, feigning a sigh, "Your man is just too outstanding."

“Yes, yes.” Ever since Da Mimi came home, she hasn’t stopped smiling.

He was both happy and relieved, even happier than after "The Eunuch" became a box office hit. His gaze towards Shen Shandeng held not only admiration and possessiveness, but also a hint of smugness.

Shen Shandeng's fingers slid from her hair to her delicate neck, gently caressing it, and said, "So, you see, your man is out there charging into battle, making decisive decisions, so when he comes home, doesn't he need a virtuous wife to take good care of him?"

Da Mimi blinked, not quite understanding at first: "I'm just keeping you company."

“Just being there for you isn’t enough,” Shen Shandeng sighed, his voice tinged with weariness and vulnerability. “So many eyes are watching, so many social engagements I can’t refuse, all I want to do when I get home is completely relax. No matter how nice the hotel is, nothing is as comforting as a cup of hot tea at home, nothing feels as good as having you here.”

Shen Shandeng paused, then pinched her chin with his fingers, making her look at him: "Right now, I feel that only the tea you brew can relieve my fatigue, and only the house you clean feels like home. I don't trust anyone else."

Da Mimi's heart softened under his gaze, and she muttered, "But my agent just got me an endorsement deal, and I'm in talks about another project. I can't just stay home all day, can I?"

"Missing that little bit of money? I don't earn enough for you to spend?" Shen Shandeng frowned slightly, feeling that his work in education had been lacking recently: "Mimi, you need to think more. Think about it, so what if you're more popular than Fan Bingbing? There are plenty of people working hard, we don't need you. But only you are a woman with good fortune."

Da Mimi didn't want to hear him mention other women, so she subconsciously brandished the scissors in her hand: "Don't mention Fan Bingbing."

Seeing that she was still feeling wronged, Shen Shandeng realized that he had really failed to educate her properly recently.

"Honey, you can't be so selfish. Do you know how hard it is for me to earn a little money by playing around with people? So many people slander me and wish I were dead."

"Don't say things like that." Da Mimi put down her work and covered his mouth.

Shen Shandeng gave her a bite, and Da Mimi helplessly wiped away his saliva.

Shen Shandeng skillfully added, "Going out to run those small gigs and deal with those low-class people is beneath you. You're my woman, Shen Shandeng's woman. You should be a good boss's wife. I've already planned out your future."

"Stay home, read the script, hone your acting skills, make me feel comfortable, and be my little maid. That's better than any kind of exposure. All that superficial stuff out there is not good enough for you."

"What do you mean by serving you comfortably? What do you mean by being your maid?" Da Mimi, forgetting her work, blushed and punched him.

Teacher Yang, are you not even pretending anymore? You've even been demoted from a lowly soldier to a maid.

"It means becoming my personal maid."

Shen Shandeng said matter-of-factly, "Wear the maid outfit I bought, and serve me tea and water every day, massage my shoulders and legs. The more successful I am, the more insecure I feel. You have to be by my side to keep an eye on me so I can go out and make my own way in the world with peace of mind."

Da Mimi was both angry and amused, exclaiming, "Pah! Shen Shandeng, you're just trying to fool me! I think you just want to trick me into wearing that outfit. Here you go, hmph!"

Shen Shandeng's hands roamed restlessly over her waist: "Look at me now, successful and promising, so many young girls would love to throw themselves at me. I'm not afraid of losing control, but I have to make a mistake."

Da Mimi was immediately confused.

Even someone as clever as her couldn't understand a single word of what she was saying.

"What do you mean?"

Shen Shandeng stopped joking and said seriously, "The career your man is pursuing will definitely not be liked by some people, and they will attack me fiercely. Fortunately, I am a private entrepreneur, and I am not afraid! I plan to deliberately reveal a flaw and throw my personal life issues to the media."

"Huh?" Da Mimi was stunned: "It's one thing if you make a mistake that every man in the world makes, but how can you justify it so confidently?!"

"Is this a mistake? This is deliberately using small actions to cover up a bigger one." Shen Shandeng said incredulously, "You woman! You don't understand me! Do you really think I want to have an ambiguous relationship with Fan Bingbing? It's all to protect you! Look at the public opinion, everyone sympathizes with you!"

"And through such gossip, my praise of 'The Creation of Evil' and my challenge to the seriousness of the entire Western narrative are downplayed, aren't they? This is to protect me, and it is also to protect you."

Da Mimi was a little confused by his twisted logic, but somehow it made sense.

There has been far too much slander against Shen Shandeng, starting from the launch ceremony and continuing wave after wave.

But something's not quite right.

Stop, stop! Da Mimi wanted to call a halt; she was feeling a bit dizzy.

Shen Shandeng said, "You have to stay home and take care of me; that's your most important job."

"Okay, okay." Da Mimi reacted quickly. She had almost finished tidying up the newspaper in her hand, and suddenly leaned over, almost nose to nose, her big eyes blinking.

"Hey, does that mean I'm a little rich now? The box office really did exceed 300 million? Then, I must get a lot of money, right? Can I get my house released from mortgage early? And can I get a bigger one? Preferably one with a big balcony, the kind where I can sunbathe!"

Honey is career-minded.

For her, who was still a newcomer, Lu Qingluan was an absolute career accelerator.

The quirky, heroic, and passionate "First Female Imperial Guard" perfectly embodies her youthful energy and increasingly mature acting skills.

Yang Mi went from being a "promising newcomer" to a hot "rising star," receiving numerous film offers and enjoying a bright future in the entertainment industry.

Da Mimi doesn't really want to return to family life. Although she knows that many female celebrities do it to marry into wealthy families, she is a big sister in the alley and doesn't want to just be an accessory to Shen Shandeng.

Da Mimi handed the ball to Shen Shandeng, and then a flash of inspiration struck her—she thought of Sun Li, who had just moved to Shunyi.

“The neighborhood where Sun Li and Teacher Huang live is pretty good. I’ve heard Sister Li mention it. It’s a new development with discounts, and the school district is good too. We can still be neighbors.”

Upon hearing this, Shen Shandeng was taken aback.

He hasn't been able to educate Sun Li for a while; he's been too busy.

Hearing Da Mimi's request, he laughed: "Okay, I'll buy you a big flat with a terrace, so you can plant flowers and sunbathe on it."

"So you'll be my little maid from now on?"

Da Mimi stubbornly retorted, "Who said that! I didn't agree!"

Shen Shandeng's eyes widened: "Isn't all my glory and fortune meant for you?"

Da Mimi playfully scolded, "Is that glory to you? I'm too embarrassed to say it to you!"

Shen Shandeng pulled her into his arms, resting his chin on the top of her head: "Honey, behind every successful man there must be a woman. That woman can only be you."

Da Mi Mi squirmed in his arms, her voice barely audible: "It's broad daylight, you must have important business to attend to. I've seen some media outlets hyping up the 'Supervisor' movie for its explicit content."

"It's just a dog barking," Shen Shandeng said, not really caring.

Later generations would try to shift blame to the review process, and he understood this perfectly after entering the industry.

The final hurdle before release is the chance, and there's a high probability—if not 100%, but over 95%—that the movie will be terrible.

Just imagine, if "City of Life and Death" could be shown, how incredible would it be if it couldn't?

The bloodshed in the epic battle scenes of "The Eunuch" isn't the key element; the film's production prioritizes impact and visual presentation, focusing on the concrete visual effects of martial arts.

Different focuses result in different effects, but neither will make people feel uncomfortable.

"Stop changing the subject!"

Shen Shandeng stretched out his long arm and pulled the little maid, whose ears were flushed red, into his arms. He cleared the coffee table and slammed it down on it, laughing, "Hehehe! My little maid, I acknowledge you as my woman. What reward should I give you?"

(End of this chapter)