Reborn in the Chinese Entertainment Industry: My Childhood Sweetheart is Boss Yang

Since the last hotpot dinner with four people, Gu Heng's status in the crew has been elevated once again in a peculiar way.

If the previous "Brother Gu" was an acknowledgment of his culinary skills and interpersonal relationships, then now, with even Huang Xiaoming and Liu Yifei looking at him with new respect, the significance of this "Brother Gu" has completely changed.

In December, news came from Beijing that the TV series "Bright Sword" had officially started filming in Shanxi.

When the news reached the crew of "The Return of the Condor Heroes," many people discussed it as a minor news item.

"Have you heard? That show called 'Bright Sword' has started filming."

"That war drama? I don't recognize any of the main actors, is it even going to work?"

"Who knows? But I heard that Brother Gu from our crew is one of the investors in that show."

"Really? He voted for this?"

Huang Xiaoming, who happened to be passing by, overheard this.

He found Gu Heng, who was acting with Yang Mi, and his expression was somewhat complicated.

"Xiao Gu, your 'Bright Sword' has actually started filming."

Gu Heng nodded.

"Yes, Chen Kai told me about it a couple of days ago."

Looking at his nonchalant demeanor, Huang Xiaoming couldn't help but say, "You don't seem worried at all."

Gu Heng smiled but didn't reply.

He couldn't very well say, "Don't worry, Xiaoming, in a few years, you'll hear 'Second Battalion Commander, where the hell is your Italian cannon?' wherever you go."

Seeing Gu Heng's confident demeanor, Huang Xiaoming didn't say anything more.

He just felt that this young man, who was almost ten years younger than him, was somewhat unfathomable.

A few days later, Gu Heng took advantage of a break to call Chen Kai, who was far away in Beijing.

The person on the other end of the phone was very excited.

"Boss, the company currently has over seven million in cash flow. What are your plans for the next step?"

Gu Heng leaned back in his recliner, watching Yang Mi being hoisted around by wires not far away.

"Now that the company has money in its accounts, we can't keep hiding in that small office building, looking like a shell company."

He said it casually.

"Find a good location, like the China World Trade Center or Financial Street. Rent a whole floor, renovate it nicely, and make sure the signboard is eye-catching."

"We are an investment company, and appearances are very important to us."

Chen Kai immediately agreed on the other end of the line.

"Yes, Mr. Gu, I'll take care of it right away."

"Also, don't let your money sit idle."

Gu Heng paused for a moment, then continued.

"Take one million first and buy Moutai stock, then forget about it. I plan to leave a family heirloom for the Gu family."

Chen Kai was stunned for a moment.

Buying stocks as family heirlooms? What kind of investment logic is that?

But he still quickly wrote it down.

"Okay, Mr. Gu. What about the remaining funds?"

Gu Heng thought for a moment and then named a few more names.

"CITIC Securities, Haitong Securities, and Chihong Zinc & Germanium, allocate your positions accordingly, and buy some randomly."

On the other end of the phone, Chen Kai's pen hovered in mid-air.

What does "buy whatever you want" mean?

"Mr. Gu, are there any insider tips for these stocks? Our investment research team's analysis shows that..."

"See, you're in a hurry again."

Gu Heng interrupted him.

"Stop analyzing. Sometimes your analyses are not as good as my observations of the celestial phenomena at night."

Chen Kai: "..."

"Let's settle on this. From now on, for things like Moutai that require long-term holding, you can handle the rest yourself. You don't need to ask me every time."

"Young people, be bold and do it."

Gu Heng encouraged him in the tone of an old cadre.

After hanging up the phone, Chen Kai stared at his full-page A-share market analysis report and fell into deep thought.

Gu Heng, on the other hand, completely abandoned his responsibilities.

For him, making money was just a side thing; spending time with Yang Mi on set was the real business.

Time flies, and it's January 2005.

Filming for "The Return of the Condor Heroes" is nearing its end, and applications for the Beijing Film Academy have begun.

"Oh no, oh no, I'll miss the registration deadline!"

In the hotel room, Yang Mi sat cross-legged on the bed, sighing as she looked at the calendar.

Her scenes with Gu Heng were all concentrated at the end, leaving her no time to return to the capital.

"What's the rush?" Gu Heng came out of the bathroom, drying his hair. "It's no big deal, just have your dad go."

Yang Mi's eyes darted around.

"That's right!"

She immediately picked up her phone and dialed Yang Xiaolin's number.

As soon as the call connected, Yang Mi's voice immediately became sweet.

"Dad, have you been busy lately? Do you miss your precious daughter...?"

Gu Heng, listening from the side, shook his head repeatedly.

It's a real shame this girl isn't learning Sichuan opera face-changing.

Gu Heng also picked up his phone and dialed his mother's number.

The phone rang once and was answered.

"Hey Mom, could you sign me up for the Beijing Film Academy? Thanks."

After saying that, he hung up immediately.

The entire process takes no more than ten seconds.

Yang Mi, who was still on the phone, watched in stunned silence.

"That's it?"

"Otherwise what?" Gu Heng shrugged. "Do I have to sing 'Listen to Mom' first?"

Yang Mi: "..."

"Wait, what is 'Listen to Mom'? Is it a nursery rhyme? I've never heard of it before."

Yang Mi suddenly realized what was happening and said.

Gu Heng rubbed his forehead with one hand, realizing he had been careless; the song wouldn't be released for another two years.

"Yes, nursery rhymes. How old are you? You're still listening to nursery rhymes."

Yang Mi felt something was off, but it also seemed to make a lot of sense.

At the end of January, Xiangshan experienced several winter rains.

All of Gu Heng and Yang Mi's scenes were finally filmed before the end of the month.

On the day filming wrapped, Zhang Jizhong came over specially, patted Gu Heng on the shoulder, and looked at him with admiration.

"Xiao Gu, you're a promising talent, you're sure to shine in the future. Keep in touch after you return to the capital."

"Thank you, Director Zhang. If you ever have a film in the future, please remember me," Gu Heng replied with a smile.

As is customary in film crews, the main actors would treat everyone to a meal after filming wrapped.

But Gu Heng and Yang Mi are just supporting characters, they haven't reached that level yet.

But Gu Heng didn't think so.

That evening, he booked a whole hall at the best seafood restaurant in Xiangshan.

Then I sent a group text message to Huang Xiaoming, Liu Yifei, a few actors I get along with, and my good friends in the stunt team and lighting crew.

"Tonight at 7 PM, at Donghai Fishing Port, I, Yelü Qi, will be treating everyone to dinner. It's to celebrate my successful unemployment. Come if you're free."

Huang Xiaoming burst out laughing when he received the text message.

"This kid, he even managed to lose his job smoothly, he's really something."

Liu Yifei couldn't help but smile as she read the text message.

The stuntmen cheered even louder.

"Brother Gu is so loyal!"

"Let's go, let's go! We have to get Brother Gu drunk tonight!"

At 7 p.m., the hall of Donghai Fishing Port was packed with distinguished guests.

Gu Heng and Yang Mi, as the hosts, greeted the guests at the door.

Huang Xiaoming and Liu Yifei arrived together.

"Xiao Gu, you're just a supporting character, but you've made a bigger deal out of your wrap party than I am, the male lead," Huang Xiaoming joked.

Gu Heng gave a very serious answer.

"There's nothing I can do, I paid the bill tonight, I'm the main character."

At the banquet,

Gu Heng, holding a wine glass, moved between the tables.

He has a high alcohol tolerance and is a good conversationalist. Whether he's discussing investments with Huang Xiaoming or fighting with his stuntmen, he handles it all with ease.

Yang Mi followed him like a little tail, her face full of pride, and occasionally helped him fend off drinks.

That little face of hers looked just like a kitten guarding its food.

After a few rounds of drinks, one of the martial arts brothers put his arm around Gu Heng's shoulder and asked in a thick tongue.

"Brother Gu, you're so awesome, what are your plans for the future? Are you going to become a big star, marry a rich and beautiful woman, and reach the pinnacle of life?"

Before Gu Heng could speak, Yang Mi, who was standing next to him, became unhappy and pinched him.

What does it mean to marry a rich, beautiful, and successful woman? Well, here I am!

Gu Heng smiled, took a sip of wine, but his eyes glanced at Yang Mi.

He leaned close to the stuntman's ear and whispered something.

"My dream? My dream is... to be a landlady."

The guy was stunned for a long time, then burst into laughter.

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Only Yang Mi vaguely heard the phrase "landlady," her face flushed red, and she stomped hard on Gu Heng's foot.

The banquet lasted until late at night.

On the way back to the hotel, Yang Mi linked arms with Gu Heng as they walked along the deserted street.

"Hey, what were you saying to Brother Da Niu just now? You were smiling so lewdly."

"Nothing much, we just exchanged ideas about life."

"What are your ideals?"

"I told him I wanted to find a rich woman so I wouldn't have to work so hard."

Yang Mi stopped and squinted her beautiful eyes, looking him up and down.

"Looking for a rich woman?"

"Um."

"Then look at me, am I rich enough?"

As the girl spoke, she tiptoed and gently kissed Gu Heng on the lips.

Then, blushing, she turned and ran away.

"I'm taking care of you today!"

Gu Heng stood there, stunned, and touched his lips.

The wind on a winter night seems to carry a hint of sweetness.

He smiled and chased after him.

A few days later, the two packed their bags and boarded a plane back to Beijing.

His months-long time on the film set has officially come to an end.