I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

Chapter 93 Scarlett's Call

"Sister Li, are you having any difficulties? If so, just let me know, and I'll definitely help. Are you short of money...?"

Zeng Li was deeply moved to hear Cheng Sheng's concern for her, but she didn't know how to explain it.

She did indeed have a bit of a crush on Cheng Sheng. She liked his talent, his composed demeanor on set, and his confident and assertive manner when facing reporters.

Moreover, Cheng Sheng is handsome and can write scripts, making him the ideal boyfriend in every woman's eyes. What woman wouldn't be attracted to such a man?

But the age gap made her hesitate a bit.

Being one to three years older is fine, but being seven years older makes her feel like an older woman dating a younger man.

"I'm fine, I'm just a little tired from working too hard lately," Zeng Li casually offered as an excuse.

Having never been in a relationship, he couldn't tell that Zeng Li was acting strangely. Cheng Sheng assumed she was just working hard, so he didn't press her further.

Zeng Li only recovered a little after the dinner ended.

Zeng Li offered to pay the bill herself, but Cheng Sheng would never agree to that.

After all, it was he who invited Zeng Li out to dinner this time.

After paying the bill and leaving the restaurant, Cheng Sheng had driven there, while Zeng Li had taken a taxi.

Cheng Sheng offered to take Zeng Li home, but Zeng Li refused, which left Cheng Sheng somewhat bewildered.

Why do I feel like the two of us have suddenly become strangers?

Even after Zeng Li got into a taxi and left, Cheng Sheng still couldn't understand why Zeng Li had changed so much.

Cheng Sheng got into the car and reviewed his meal with Zeng Li. He couldn't find anything he had said wrong! But he could really sense the changes in Zeng Li.

Never mind, maybe Zeng Li is on her period, which is why the changes are so big.

When we meet again, Zeng Li might have changed back to her old self.

the next morning.

Cheng Sheng got up early to go for a run and then went back to school.

After all, the Central Academy of Drama has already started its semester, and he is a senior student who will graduate this year. He still has many things to do.

"Cheng Sheng."

As soon as Cheng Sheng arrived at the school, someone behind him called out to him.

Turning around, I saw it was Teacher Zhang Yang.

"Teacher, is there something you need?"

Zhang Yang walked side by side with Cheng Sheng and said, "You're graduating this year. What kind of graduation project are you planning to make?"

Cheng Sheng was taken aback upon hearing this.

He would have almost forgotten if Teacher Zhang Yang hadn't reminded him.

Graduates of the Directing Department of the Central Academy of Drama are required to complete a graduation project.

Generally, undergraduate directing students are required to participate in internship and graduation productions both inside and outside the college, and accumulate creative experience through practice.

The directing department emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, and students are required to complete their studies through rehearsals, artistic practice, and other activities.

"Teacher, I'm busy with a new film this year, so I'm afraid I won't have time to work on this graduation project," Cheng Sheng said with a wry smile.

Zhang Yang smiled, clearly knowing that Cheng Sheng was busy and had already come up with a solution for him.

"Do you plan to use the movie 'The Yellow Turban Rebellion' as your graduation project?" Zhang Yang asked.

"Is this okay?" Cheng Sheng asked in surprise.

“I’ve discussed it with the principal, and he knows you’re very busy, so he agreed to the idea.”

"Okay, thank you, teacher. Otherwise, I really wouldn't know how to finish my graduation project," Cheng Sheng said happily.

"No need for thanks. Just focus on completing this film well and don't let the school down."

“No problem, I’ve got this covered,” Cheng Sheng said confidently.

The two arrived at the classroom quickly.

Cheng Sheng attended classes for half a day, ate lunch at the school cafeteria, and then asked Teacher Zhang Yang for leave. Zhang Yang agreed.

in the afternoon.

Cheng Sheng returned to his personal studio.

They ran into Liu Meng right in front of them.

Since he had met him, Cheng Sheng discussed some filming plans for the new movie with him.

Not long after they started talking, Cheng Sheng's cell phone rang.

When I picked it up, I was surprised to find that the caller ID showed it was from overseas.

This left him completely bewildered. Apart from visiting Venice, he seemed to have never been abroad. Who was calling him?

Generally, if someone overseas wants to call China, both parties need to have international roaming enabled; otherwise, the call won't get through.

Fortunately, Cheng Sheng had already activated his account with the operator.

Although he didn't know who the other party was, Cheng Sheng still answered the call.

As soon as he pressed the call button, he heard broken Chinese, and Cheng Sheng almost couldn't help but laugh.

Because he knew who the other person was.

"Cheng, good morning."

Scarlett's voice came through the phone.

"Scarlett, good evening."

Liu Meng, who was standing nearby, was completely dumbfounded when he heard their conversation.

Are the two of them not on the same wavelength?

Liu Meng looked at Cheng Sheng strangely, then glanced at the sky outside the window.

It's daytime!
That’s right!
It's still morning!
How did it become evening?

"Cheng, you're really something else. I thought you'd say 'Good morning'!" Scarlett said with a coquettish smile.

"How is that possible? It's seven in the morning in Beijing, China. If you're in the eastern United States, it would be seven in the evening."

After hearing Cheng Sheng's words, Liu Meng suddenly realized that the other party was calling from the United States.

No wonder it seems a bit nonsensical.

"Director Cheng, I'll go now."

Seeing Cheng Sheng make a phone call, Liu Meng made an excuse and left.

"You're so smart, Cheng. Can you guess why I called you?"

“Scarlett, you’re not trying to tell me you’re right outside my company, are you? Is this some kind of surprise?” Cheng Sheng joked.

“Oh my God, that’s not funny at all. I’m shooting a commercial in Philadelphia,” Scarlett said.

"Is this the Dolce & Gabbana cosmetics ad you told me about a couple of days ago?" Cheng Sheng asked.

"Yes, this is it. We just finished filming it. After resting for one night, we'll be heading back to Hollywood tomorrow."

“Why not spend a few days in Philadelphia? I’ve heard that the Philadelphia Orchestra is internationally renowned, and there’s also the famous University of Pennsylvania, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Rodin Museum, the Benjamin Franklin Memorial Museum, and the Fes Planetarium, among other important cultural facilities. Don’t you want to visit any of these?” Cheng Sheng said.

“No, I’ve already seen it. Apart from the orchestra, everything else is terrible,” Scarlett said.

"Why? Aren't these places fun?"

"Yes, the admissions situation at the University of Pennsylvania is terrible. There are accusations that the school is abusing donations, and there are also allegations of inappropriate relationships between psychology professors and students. You know what? The female student is only eighteen years old, and that psychology professor is almost sixty. It's just awful."

“Scarlett, there’s no need to be angry. This kind of disgusting relationship exists everywhere,” Cheng Sheng advised.

"Cheng! Do you remember what you promised me in Venice?"

Scarlett changed the subject and asked.

(End of this chapter)