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Chapter 113 Cause and Effect

Chen Sichen must have lost her mind.

Of course, he might also have had a bit of a show-off mentality towards Su Liu. What he meant by saying that was: "I've also acted in hit TV series and movies."

...Beijing Love Story? I've heard of Tokyo Love Story, though.

Su Liu nodded.

Chen Sichen nodded and said, "Oh... that was a long time ago."

, 7

"Yes, it's very early."

Chen Zhixi and Chen Si looked at each other, both showing expressions of disbelief.

"Anyway..." The guy who wanted to show off failed and immediately changed the subject, "One night while I was jogging in Bangkok's Chinatown, an idea suddenly popped into my head."

"What are your thoughts?"

At this point, Chen Sichen first mentioned "Knives Out".

"Professor Su, wasn't Professor Shen Zhongping in your movie originally conceived as a detective?"

"Of course."

Upon hearing this, Chen Sichen immediately gave him a look that said, "I understand you."

"There are such restrictions in our country; there's no fertile ground for detectives to thrive. So, that day in Chinatown, I thought, could I write a story about a Chinese detective solving cases abroad? That would fill the void of having no detectives in China."

"Oh." Su Liu nodded and blurted out, "Detective Chinatown."

"?" Chen Sichen paused, then said blankly, "Yes, this is the name for the story."

Su Liu realized he had let something slip, so he immediately adopted a condescending air and said, "Hmm, your idea is very good."

By this time, all the dishes had been served.

Chen Zhixi chimed in, "Sichen, you see, we made the right choice coming to see President Su this time. Come on, let's eat and chat."

"Of course." Chen Sichen quickly offered flattery, "I know Teacher Su's abilities best."

He picked up the bottle of wine beside him and tentatively asked, "Teacher Su, how about we have a drink?"

"No, no, no," Su Liu waved his hand, "I have to go to the film set tomorrow, so I won't drink."

Chen Sichen then gave up.

"I currently have a rough idea for a story, and I want to create a pairing with a stark contrast: a sleazy middle-aged man leading a genius teenager."

"Sherlock Holmes and Watson?" Su Liu casually replied.

"Haha, I wouldn't dare compare." Chen Sichen waved his hand with an embarrassed laugh.

Since Su Liu doesn't drink alcohol, the table was filled with soft drinks instead. While chatting, the group raised their glasses and clinked them together.

Following the topic, Chen Si and Chen Zhixi naturally shifted their focus from the producer's perspective and discussed the various problems they would face while filming in Thailand.

"Filming over there is incredibly troublesome, especially the coordination of the production team," Chen Si said, frowning slightly. "The local filming companies, the filming permits for each area—every step is a headache."

Chen Zhixi nodded in deep agreement. As the producer of "Lost in Thailand," she was very familiar with the cost control of overseas filming and the complicated procedures for cast and crew to enter and exit the country.

"Have you secured the investment?" Su Liu asked.

"The script isn't finished yet," Chen Sichen said, picking up a bite of food. "But Wanda is interested in investing." She then looked at Chen Zhixi.

"Huh? Sister Chen, you..."

Chen Zhixi explained calmly, "Ruyi is currently the major shareholder of Wanda Pictures."

"We approached many companies, but most investors weren't optimistic," Chen Sichen said with a self-deprecating laugh. "In the end, it was Mr. Chen who convinced Wanda's people by using the example of 'Knives Out'."

"So," Chen Zhixi continued, "the most successful suspense film in China right now is 'Knives Out,' and President Su, your influence among suspense enthusiasts is unparalleled. Sichen wants to make a... what film?"

"A classic mystery," Chen Sichen added from the side.

"Oh right, classic mystery. In that case, there's no reason not to ask you, the god of deduction, for help."

"Actually, it was only by mentioning that he could get you, Teacher Su, to participate that Mr. Chen convinced those people at Wanda."

Su Liu and Chen Si exchanged a glance. The president of Fuxing Films spoke calmly, "Mr. Chen, this story is still in its early stages, right? It only sets the framework for the two main characters."

"Yes, we're still at that stage. But I've already written 10 words of biographical sketches."

Chen Si nodded slightly and said crisply, "Then I'll get straight to the point. If Fuxing Films participates, we need to share the copyright and subsequent development rights."

"Ah? This..." Chen Sichen looked embarrassed and looked at Chen Zhixi.

"Mr. Chen, this might be a bit of a dilemma."

Chen Zhixi is now representing Wanda. Although she is familiar with both sides, her stance still needs to be clarified.

"Do you expect our CEO Su to be a screenwriter and help you improve the script?" Chen Si raised an eyebrow, putting on an absurd expression.

Su Liu coughed twice, then turned to look at Chen Sichen. "Chen...you're older than me, so I'll call you Brother Chen. Brother Chen, where are you currently stuck with your script?"

"The core case and the trick," Chen Sichen said. "I wanted to design a locked room, and for that I looked at a lot of Carl's works, including 'The Mystery of the Gymnasium.' Professor Su, your design of an entire gymnasium as a large, open locked room is truly amazing."

Having heard this kind of talk many times, Su Liu's expression remained unchanged as he slowly said, "How about this, two Chinese detectives solving a case in Bangkok's Chinatown, I can immediately come up with a complete script."

"Immediately...?" Chen Sichen even doubted her ears. "You mean, you already have a complete plan for the case?"

"Of course, it's a very simple thing."

The expressions of the two people opposite them froze instantly, their mouths agape wide enough to fit a duck egg, and they remained silent for a long time.

"Sister Chen," Su Liu said, looking at Chen Zhixi, "we've worked together before, and there are some things I don't want to say too explicitly."

But to be honest, if Fusion Pictures wants to do it, we can immediately approve the project and start filming next month. There's absolutely no need to discuss copyright issues with you.

Su Liu's words were indeed an exaggeration; even at the fastest pace, it was impossible to start filming next month. But at this moment, they genuinely startled the two people opposite him, especially Chen Sichen.

Chen Si seized the opportunity to interject, "President Chen, with the involvement of our Fuxing Films, the industry's opinion of this project has completely changed."

Upon hearing this, Chen Sichen's anxious eyes kept glancing to the side.

But Chen Zhixi's expression was ambiguous, as if she was weighing the pros and cons.

Suddenly, she laughed. "Alright, I'm not going to play those games anymore. Sichen originally wanted to do this project, but there were so many difficulties. Fusu Films is our best partner. With a great guy like President Su involved, the copyright will naturally be shared by the three of us."

"Okay, Sister Chen," Su Liu said with a timely laugh, "Were you trying to play tricks on me just now, trying to take advantage of me?"

"Business is business, and I learned that from Wenxiu," Chen Zhixi said with a smile.

The moment those words were spoken, the tense atmosphere in the private room vanished.

"However, Sichen will still be the director, is that alright?"

"Of course, I have no objection." Su Liu's tone was relaxed. "We're all too busy to film this."

Upon hearing this, Chen Sichen finally felt relieved.

A genuine smile spread across his face as he hurriedly picked up his juice glass, his voice brimming with excitement: "Professor Su, then we'll have to rely on you for this project! Let's have a drink instead of alcohol!"

After the dinner, Su Liu returned to the hotel.

After feeding Reba, he began to think about the movie "Detective Chinatown".

Bao Qiang is indispensable for this film. As for Qin Feng, it seems that we don't have a suitable person to play the role.

As for the female characters... only Si Nuo stands out; the others are just supporting characters.

We need to get Chen Si to find a suitable child actor to sign quickly. The role of Si Nuo has a lot of potential for future development, so we can't just give it to someone else.

Besides, even a genius like himself needs to do some of his old tricks. Su Liu thought for a moment, what if the setting was also in Thailand?

He got out of bed, opened his laptop, and typed four words.

Reba noticed Su Liu's movements, sat up, hugged his neck, and pressed her face against his.

"Teacher Su, what are you doing?"

Her eyes fell on the computer screen, and she softly read out the four words: "Cause and effect, retribution."