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Liu Yifei said those words.

The entire room was filled with everyone's attention, all eyes were on her.

Fang Daqiang and Zhao Guifang stared, mouths agape, incredulous expressions on their faces.

It's one thing for your own son to act up, but why is Yifei going crazy with him too?

Xiao Zhao was completely dumbfounded, and almost dropped the notebook in his hand.

Liu Yifei?

Is Liu Yifei, the "Nation's Fairy"?

Are they going to act in a promotional video for their local cultural and tourism bureau?

Who would believe that if I told them?!

The most interesting thing was the expression on Director Wang's face.

He was stunned at first, and then, an uncontrollable ecstasy burst forth in his eyes behind the glasses.

Who is he?

Having worked within the system for decades, dealing with all sorts of people, I've seen it all.

He certainly knew the weight of the name Liu Yifei.

This is not just adding icing on the cake, it's like a gold ingot falling from the sky!

No, it's a mountain of gold!

It hit the Mohe Culture and Tourism Bureau right on the head!

If Fang Yu's previous proposal only gave the project the potential to become a "hit," then...

Liu Yifei's involvement is like providing double insurance for this project.

No, it's equipped with a nuclear-powered engine!

A wildly popular singer and a national goddess team up to star in a music video with an official background.

The buzz surrounding this, the influence...

Director Wang could almost foresee the terrifying, overwhelming uproar that would ensue online once the music video was released.

However, after the initial euphoria, reason quickly returned.

The flush of excitement on Director Wang's face faded somewhat.

He looked at Liu Yifei, his tone becoming somewhat cautious, even carrying a hint of uncertainty.

"Teacher Liu... Teacher Liu, are you... are you serious?"

He carefully considered the words.

"As you know, our project is a non-profit project with very limited funding."

"I'm afraid... I'm afraid I can't offer you a salary befitting your status."

He put it very tactfully.

What does it mean to not be able to pay a salary commensurate with one's worth?

Given Liu Yifei's status, her salary for a single film can easily reach tens of millions.

Their cultural and tourism bureau's total annual budget might not even reach that amount.

To put it bluntly, they can't even afford a fraction of it.

Director Wang was afraid that he had misheard, or that the other party was just being polite on a whim.

The chat room exploded with comments.

Did I hear that right? The celestial beauty said she's going to play the female lead?

[They've gone mad! Everyone's gone mad! Fang Yu went mad, then Tianxian went mad!]

[My God, what kind of incredible plot is this? An official music video, Fang Yu's song, and Liu Yifei playing the female lead? I wouldn't even dare to dream of such a lineup!]

[The bureau chief was so scared he was stammering, hahaha! He was probably thinking, "We won't be able to pay everyone's salaries for the whole year!"]

Fang Yu was also somewhat surprised.

He turned to look at Liu Yifei and noticed a faint blush on her fair cheeks, but her eyes were unusually firm, showing no sign of joking.

She wasn't just being polite.

She really wanted to act.

Why?

A hint of doubt flashed through Fang Yu's mind.

Given her status, there's absolutely no need for her to get involved in this kind of thing.

Image title?

She's already a national goddess.

For profit?

Director Wang can't afford it.

Liu Yifei took a deep breath, facing everyone's gaze.

"Director Wang, you don't need to worry about the remuneration; just go by your budget."

She paused, seemingly organizing her thoughts, or perhaps simply trying to calm herself down.

"I... I just really like this song, and I was also deeply moved by this story."

"I think it is very meaningful and an honor to be able to participate in this and tell this story to more people."

Her words were sincere, without a trace of hypocrisy or politeness.

Liu Yifei was indeed moved.

From the moment her grandmother recounted that sad story to Fang Yu's song "Mohe Dance Hall," which expressed that deep-seated loneliness and longing, she remained immersed in that emotion.

She could feel the unquenchable love in the heart of the old man who had danced with the air in the ballroom for decades.

She also wanted to do something for this love.

It's a very pure impulse, as an actor.

It has nothing to do with fame or fortune, but only with emotions and expression.

Of course, there is another reason that she herself is unwilling to delve into.

When Fang Yu stood up and excitedly described his MV concept.

As she looked at the light shining in his eyes, a thought suddenly popped into her mind.

She wanted to complete this work with Fang Yu.

This idea is vague and dangerous, but it truly exists.

So, she said those words almost without thinking.

Now that the words were out, he saw Fang Yu's slightly surprised expression.

Liu Yifei felt a sudden sense of panic, but more than that, she felt a sense of calm after burning her bridges.

"So, Director Wang, if possible, please give me this opportunity."

Upon hearing these words, Director Wang was so excited that he almost stood up from the kang (a heated brick bed).

I don't care about money!

It was purely a dedication to art!

What kind of spirit is this?

The look in his eyes when he looked at Liu Yifei had changed from amazement to deep respect.

"Teacher Liu, your level of awareness is... truly remarkable!"

Director Wang rubbed his hands together, unable to hide the joy on his face any longer.

"On behalf of the 300,000 people of Mohe, thank you! Thank you so much!"

"Then it's settled!"

"You're the leading lady!"

Director Wang made the decision on the spot, fearing that the other party might change their mind.

However, no sooner had he finished speaking than Fang Yu's lazy voice rang out from the side.

"Hey, wait a minute."

Fang Yu leaned against the edge of the kang (a heated brick bed) and raised an eyebrow at Director Wang.

"Chief, have you forgotten something?"

Director Wang was taken aback: "Forgot what?"

Fang Yu pointed at Liu Yifei, then at himself, and spoke with a self-righteous air.

"We already have a female lead, so where's the male lead?"

"Even the celestial beauty is personally participating, you can't just randomly pull a young man from the performing arts troupe to act alongside her, can you?"

"Would the audience approve of that kind of visual?"

Upon hearing this, Director Wang slapped his forehead.

Yup!

He was so happy that he forgot about this most crucial part!

If Liu Yifei plays the female lead, then who will play the male lead?

This is no small matter!

The male actors who act alongside Liu Yifei must be of high caliber, have good looks, and be good at acting.

Looking at the entire entertainment industry, there are very few male stars who can match her.

Moreover, everyone else is charging exorbitant prices, and their schedules are booked until the year after next. Who would come all the way here in the freezing cold for a small cultural tourism promotional video?

A fine layer of sweat instantly appeared on Director Wang's forehead.

Why does this newly acquired Kingsoft software feel a bit too hot to handle?

Just as Director Wang was scratching his head in frustration, Fang Yu slowly sat up straight.

He looked at Director Wang with an extremely bright smile, which also carried a sense of entitlement.

"So, Chief."

"Look, is there anyone more suitable for the male lead than me?"