Against the Current Hong Kong 1979

Chapter 152 I think you're reluctant to part with Zhang Shuai'an! (Please subscribe)

"What are you still considering?"

Chen Yunwen looked displeased and said bluntly, "Qingxia, you desperately need a script like this to complete your career transition and enter the Hong Kong film market. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."

Qin Xianglin also thought the script was excellent and joined in the persuasion: "Qingxia, this script is great, it's totally in the style of the New Wave."

As you know, the Hong Kong New Wave cinema is incredibly popular right now. Take Tsui Hark, for example; although his films didn't perform well at the box office, they received very high praise. And director An-hua Hui's films have also garnered considerable acclaim.

"As long as you nod, we can start filming immediately!"

Chen Yunwen said with no small amount of pride, "I wrote the screenplays for Xu Anhua's 'Mad Robbery' and 'Bumping into the Right Place'."

"If you have any concerns or thoughts about the role, feel free to bring them up."

Tan Jiaming genuinely admired Brigitte Lin and said, "We're all here, so we can discuss refining it further."

Chen Yunwen frowned slightly, clearly disliking Tan Jiaming's words. She always believed that her script was perfect and there was no need for polishing.

However, she and Tan Jiaming had been partners for many years, so she couldn't openly object to him and could only silently smoke.

"It's not a problem with the script, it's just that I've already accepted a script."

Lin Qingxia looked apologetic. "I'm really sorry, I feel bad for you all."

Tan Jiaming and Chen Yunwen both looked surprised, and they glanced at Qin Xianglin again.

"When did you accept another script?" Qin Xianglin looked equally bewildered. "How come I didn't know?"

After Qin Xianglin arrived, he spent almost every day with Lin Qingxia, and he didn't even notice.

"Just last night," Lin Qingxia replied calmly, her emotions having subsided.

He quickly realized what was going on and asked, "Could it be Zhang Shuai'an's script?"

"Yes." Brigitte Lin nodded solemnly. "When I heard him talk about the plot and character design before, I was already quite interested."

However, at that time, the female lead had already been cast with someone else. Last night, he told me that the originally cast female lead was pregnant and couldn't take the role. He asked Jackie Chan to ask for my opinion. After reading the script, I felt there were no problems, so I agreed.

This statement is somewhat half true and half false. The story is as described, but she simplified and slightly modified the process.

"You've already promised others, so what are you doing here?" Chen Yunwen said with dissatisfaction.

Brigitte Lin replied, "After all, it was Charlie who found this project for me. It's not easy for you all to come all this way, so I have to meet you. Besides, if you don't mind starting filming a little later, then joining is no problem."

"It's not impossible to start filming later—ah!" Tan Jiaming still wanted Brigitte Lin to participate, so his tone changed instantly.

Before he could finish speaking, Chen Yunwen stepped on his foot.

"I'm afraid that won't work." Chen Yunwen sighed softly, saying with a hint of helplessness, "The initial funding is already in place, and the release date is approaching. There's no way to postpone it. Your only option is for you to turn down that script and join us."

Hearing such forceful words, Lin Qingxia couldn't help but feel a little rebellious.

"That Zhang Shuai'an isn't very talented."

Qin Xianglin then advised, "He seems quite frivolous. How can his script compare to Miss Chen's? Turn it down."

Tan Jiaming also said, "Zhang Shuai'an is quite good at writing TV dramas. He has directed two hit dramas for TVB. This year, he directed 'Chasing Girls,' which earned 20 million at the box office."

But frankly, his taste is too vulgar and low-class. Surely Ms. Lin wouldn't be playing those frivolous female characters like in "Chasing Girls," would she?

Lin Qingxia had not seen "Chasing Girls," but judging from the title, it must have been a rather commercial film.

"This time is different."

Brigitte Lin defended herself, saying, "His script this time is very solid. Both Mr. Zou and Ah Long have given it high praise. Moreover, Ah Long personally persuaded me to participate, so I couldn't refuse."

She brought up Zou Wenhuai and Jackie Chan, so the other three naturally couldn't say anything more.

"Since that's the case, there's nothing we can do about it."

Tan Jiaming looked disappointed and sighed, "This project was indeed initiated because of Miss Lin. If you don't act in it, I don't know who else to cast."

"Miss Lin, I still have one last piece of advice for you." Chen Yunwen was somewhat unable to accept that he had lost to a young upstart. "If you perform well in the script of 'Love Kill,' you'll most likely win the Golden Horse Award for Best Actress. You'd better think it over carefully."

"I'm really sorry, let's work together again if there's a chance in the future." Brigitte Lin is the type who finds it hard to make a decision, but once she makes one, she goes all the way.

"Never mind." Chen Yunwen waved his hand, revealing an indifferent expression: "Since you've made your choice, we can't force you. We just hope you won't regret it later."

Lin Qingxia remained silent.

"Does this Zhang Shuai'an really have that much charm?" Tan Jiaming was also somewhat unconvinced, muttering to himself, "I must meet him sometime."

"I can introduce you to someone," Lin Qingxia replied with a smile.

Before long, they went their separate ways.

Originally, Qin Xianglin had planned to have Brigitte Lin take the director and screenwriter to Hawaii for a few days of fun, but now it seems unnecessary.

Qin Xianglin returned to his residence in Los Angeles with Brigitte Lin.

Qin Xianglin was still somewhat puzzled and continued to persuade her, "Qingxia, why did you choose Zhang Shuai'an's script?"

He's only directed one film, and it was a comedy about picking up girls, completely devoid of any substance.

Lin Qingxia was getting a little annoyed and said softly, "Charlie, I've made up my mind. Please stop talking, okay?"

"Okay, let's not talk about this anymore." Qin Xianglin sensed the impatience in Lin Qingxia's tone, so he changed the subject and said, "Qingxia, didn't you always want to discuss marriage with me? I think we can get engaged first, then you should be able to believe in my feelings."

"Engaged?" Lin Qingxia turned her head and glanced at Qin Xianglin. For some reason, she found that the deep love she used to have for him had suddenly become much shallower.

"Yes," Qin Xianglin said, his eyes filled with affection. "Actually, your mother and I have already discussed it. We'll pick an auspicious day in September to hold an engagement banquet, okay?"

Lin Qingxia frowned slightly and said softly, "Let's talk about it later. Anzai's movie will probably start filming in September."

I need to focus on studying the script and improving my English during this time. I don't have time to think about these other things.

"How can this be considered nonsense?" Qin Xianglin was completely taken aback by Lin Qingxia's words. "Weren't you the one who kept urging me to get a divorce and then to marry you? Why are you backing out now?"

"Charlie, please stop making a scene," Brigitte Lin said sadly. "My heart is already tired enough. More than relationships, I want to make a breakthrough in my career right now. If you love me, you should support me unconditionally."

Qin Xianglin: "————"

He had a vague feeling that Brigitte Lin had changed, and he suspected that Qin Han might have secretly contacted her.

"Qingxia, the relationship between us over the years is not a game."

Qin Xianglin couldn't help but persuade him, "Getting engaged is also a major life event. After you get engaged, you can join a film crew anytime; there's no conflict at all."

"Please don't force me, okay? Let me think it over first." Lin Qingxia didn't know what was wrong with her, but she just didn't want to get engaged to Qin Xianglin right now.

"What else is there to think about?" Qin Xianglin's pride was immediately wounded, and he said coldly, "Have you changed your mind? Or did Qin Han call you again?"

"No!" Brigitte Lin explained, "I haven't been in contact with Ah Chung since we met in June."

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In June, Qin Han visited the United States and had a serious meeting with Brigitte Lin. He had only just begun to stir a small part of Brigitte Lin's heart, and he even vowed to immediately return to Taiwan to divorce his wife and then marry her.

A few days later, Qin Han received news that his wife, Shao Qiaoyin, had fallen ill and been hospitalized, so he hurriedly returned to Taiwan to take care of her.

This consideration made Qin Han hesitate again about whether or not to get a divorce.

Lin Qingxia was naturally extremely disappointed. When Qin Xianglin found out, he felt that his opportunity had come, so he came to the United States.

Lin Qingxia is currently feeling lonely, so if he says some sweet words and keeps pestering her, his chances of success are still quite high.

Unfortunately, just when there were some signs of progress, Brigitte Lin suddenly became unmoved again.

There is only one possibility for this to happen.

Lin Qingxia has someone in her heart.

If this person isn't Qin Han, then who is it?

Qin Xianglin pondered for a few seconds, thinking about the events of the past two days, and had a bad feeling. Could it be that Lin Qingxia had feelings for Zhang Shuai'an?

That can't be!

They've only known each other for a few days, and I haven't seen them interact at all!

It can't be because Zhang Shuai'an was too handsome that Lin Qingxia fell in love with him at first sight!

Qin Xianglin has always believed that someone like him is a true handsome man, and in terms of appearance, he is no less handsome than Zhang Shuai'an!

"Qingxia, didn't you say you wanted to go on vacation to Hawaii?"

Qin Xianglin softened his tone and suggested with a smile, "Even if filming starts in September, it's still a long way off. Why don't we take your mom along and go to Hawaii for a two-week vacation? You can relax and then take on more roles; wouldn't that be twice as effective?"

Lin Qingxia considered it for a moment, then shook her head: "Let's forget it. Anzai will definitely talk to me about the film and the role these days. It would be a bit impolite for him if I left."

"Anzai, Anzai! You're calling him so affectionately, you've only known him for a few days?"

Qin Xianglin couldn't take it anymore and said to Lin Qingxia, "We've been together for six or seven years, and you're my girlfriend. Are you really less important than Zhang Shuai'an?"

"Charlie, what are you talking about?" Brigitte Lin was startled by Chin Hsiang-Lin and retorted, "These are two completely different things. How can you put them together?"

Qin Xianglin asked directly, "So, are you coming with me to Hawaii for vacation?"

"I'm sorry, I can't let go of my work yet!" Lin Qingxia hesitated for a moment, but still chose to politely decline.

"Work?" Qin Xianglin suddenly grabbed the coffee table in front of him with both hands, flipped it over, and cursed, "I bet you just can't bear to part with Zhang Shuai'an!"

(Initially, it was all praise and criticism, but after seeing this, I decided on the male lead's name: Zhang Shuai'an.)