Huayu: Starting from "The Heavenly Bodyguard"

A vermilion table, a vermilion floor, a vermilion coffee table.

When you arrive at the China Film Group's office, this is the kind of atmosphere you'll find.

Shen Mo originally thought that it would be good enough if a manager in charge of distribution came to see him.

Unexpectedly, it was the vice chairman, Han Sanping.

It seems like there's only one level difference between the manager and the vice chairman.

In fact, the difference between the two is greater than that between a shoe insole and a paramecium.

He respectfully accepted the tea poured by Master Han and licked the gold thread on the white porcelain teacup with his tongue.

It was hand-drawn.

Han Sanping is a capable, shrewd, and unconventional person.

This man has contributed significantly to the development of the film market, but he has also been the subject of considerable controversy.

Taking a sip of tea, Han Sanping said calmly:

The reason I met you was because I saw what you did in "Go Princess Go".

He waved his hand, stopping Shen Mo from explaining.

No explanation needed.

"He can do what others cannot; he is a great talent."

I thought this guy was curious about his own gossip, but thankfully he wasn't.

"Thank you for the compliment, Chairman Han."

Han Sanping gestured for Shen Mo to drink tea and then said:

"I've read the script, and it's quite original."

"At least no one has done this before."

"It fills a gap; I have high hopes for this movie."

"Consider the marketing and promotion expenses as an investment."

"The issuance cost of five million is considered a 20% investment."

Wow.

This guy is just as domineering as the rumors say.

However, Shen Mo really couldn't refuse this proposal.

The total amount of funds he had at his disposal, including what Lu Zheng had given him, was only a little over 18 million.

If we were to spend money on distribution, we would really be stretched thin.

His primary goal right now isn't to make money; he can't become rich overnight with just one film.

The most important thing is to film the first movie in this series.

Shen Mo believes that the quality of "John Wick" will definitely allow him to gain a foothold in this industry.

He nodded and said sincerely:

"Then let's do as you say."

......

Shen Mo's studio was brought to Beijing by Lu Yang after the filming of "Go Princess Go".

The name was also changed from Shenmo Studio to Wula Grass Culture.

Lu Yang had hinted to Shen Mo several times that for just a little money, he, the great director Lu, would join Wula Grass and work like a slave for Shen Mo.

Shen Mo thought for a moment, realizing that even if he wasn't paid, he would still have to work like a slave.

Then why pay money?

Lu Yang rented a house and hired two people.

The finance manager works part-time; she comes when there's work and leaves when there isn't.

Another girl named Yanzi was in charge of clerical work, reception, telephone operator, receptionist, and sanitation worker.

To put it bluntly, the company was entrusted to Yanzi.

At first, Yanzi thought that Wula Grass Culture was a company that sold Chinese medicine. She thought the young woman who had just graduated from a university of traditional Chinese medicine originally wanted to work as a salesperson for Chinese herbal medicine.

Lu Yang has a huge amount of work to do, as long as it's something that requires some effort.

And just like that, Yanzi went from the traditional Chinese medicine industry to the entertainment industry, quite a leap.

The young woman initially thought she had been scammed, but after discovering that she was indeed receiving a monthly salary, she decided to stay and give it a try.

Shen Mo entered the 40-square-meter office; this was the first time he, the boss, had ever been there.

With snacks in one hand and a drink in the other, Yanzi was watching a TV series and was at a crucial point.

Without even looking up, he said, "We don't sell Chinese medicine. The third shop at the end of the alley sells it."

Looking around, the whole office felt very cozy, like a university dormitory.

Looking at the various plush toys and pots and pans laid out to the side, Shen Mo felt that things were only slightly worse than when he first came to the city.

Pay on time, and they'll even provide a place to sleep.

Looking at the little chubby girl's round face, so plump and smooth, I felt a little disappointed.

She still can't beat Da Ni on the scale.

The chubby girl felt that the person hadn't left, and looked up in confusion.

Upon seeing Shen Mo, his pupils dilated instantly, and he immediately asked Shen Mo a soul-searching question.

Did you ride a bicycle?

Smiling, Shen Mo felt quite pleased with the chubby girl's wariness; she could keep an eye on the house.

Do you know me?

"snort!"

This sudden display of arrogance left Shen Mo somewhat bewildered.

The little girl continued:

"I am from Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine."

Anti-Silence Volunteer Brigade.

Branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Class 3-6 was divided into teams.

Team No. 2

Dormitory 302.

Deputy squad leader!

It's still his own hater leader.

"This guy has so many branches," Shen Mo thought, fiddling with his fingers for a long time, but still couldn't figure out how high-ranking he was.

As for why his company could hire a hater leader, Shen Mo felt there was nothing wrong with her after hearing about her major.

"Why do you hate me?" Shen Mo asked with a grin.

"Because you bullied our fairy baby, I also have a bit of a crush on Zhang Tian'ai."

After thinking it over, Shen Mo decided that he should do something in order to quickly get closer to his employees.

He dialed Liu Yifei's number, handed it directly to the chubby girl, and then casually crossed his legs and lay down on Yanzi's nap bed.

The call was answered as soon as I dialed.

"Hmph! Don't think I'll forgive you just because you called me. Even though I was the one who kissed you first last time, it was wrong of you to reject me!"

"Yifei?"

Upon hearing that it was a woman calling her from Shen Mo's phone, the little girl instantly burst into tears.

"Where is Shen Daniu? Let him answer the phone, sob sob sob."

"He's lying in my bed..."

"That brat, he doesn't even hide it from me anymore... Waaah!"

Liu Yifei hung up the phone immediately.

The swallow's world has turned dark.

I opened Tianxianbaobao's Weibo with a heavy heart and saw her latest update.

"My heart is so tired, my heart is torn apart."

He yelled so loudly that it almost ruptured Shen Mo's eardrums.

"I hurt my angelic baby!"

While handing a tissue to the heartbroken Yanzi, Shen Mo said helplessly, "Face reality."

"I want to resign!"

"Swallow said firmly."

"If it weren't close to home and less work, I would have gone to pursue my dreams long ago."

What are your ideals?

"Selling medicine."

Looking at the chubby little girl who was sneezing, Shen Mo felt that her ideals were quite lofty.

The entertainment industry is full of charlatans who sell their positions; the only heroes are themselves and Jay Chou.

However, Jeremy had a fierce general under his command named Da Ni.

He looked around blankly, searching in vain.

Finally, I've met a remarkable woman who is somewhat comparable to me; how could I let her go?

"Give me a raise, and then don't quit your job, okay?"

"My family owns eight apartments within the Second Ring Road."

See? No wonder people talk about ideals.

If Shen Mo owned eight apartments within the Second Ring Road, he wouldn't be making an action movie now, but an art film.

"Then what do you suggest?"

"Really, anything is fine?"

"Anything is fine."

"Then you have to help me explain things clearly to Liu Yifei. I don't want her to misunderstand that I'm a bad woman, and I don't want her to be sad."

Bad woman?

Looking at the chubby swallows, they are indeed quite endearing.

Shen Mo dialed Liu Xiaoli's number.

"Aunt Liu."

"I need to go over there because of something."

He glanced at Yanzi with narrowed eyes, realizing he had really gone all out.

Yanzi was completely distraught.

Why?

Why is my angelic baby surrounded by treacherous officials?

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