Reborn in the Chinese Entertainment Industry: You're a Director, But You're a Casanova?

At this moment, Li Xuejian also put down his teacup and looked at Liu Yuehua earnestly.

"Yuehua, your master is protecting you because he doesn't want you to drown in this water."

"We filmmakers are, after all, artists; we shouldn't get too involved with the higher-ups."

"Keeping your head down and giving way, and protecting yourself, is our only rule of survival."

"Let's just let this go. From now on, keep your head down."

"Now that you've made money and gained fame, it's time to quit while you're ahead."

"That person from the Ma family is someone we can't afford to mess with."

In the eyes of the old-school intellectuals and artists of their generation, the common people should not fight against the officials; this is an ironclad rule passed down for thousands of years.

Anyone who is even remotely connected to the situation has had their fate affected to some extent.

Liu Yuehua sat on the sofa with his head down.

In both his past and present lives, he believed in equal exchange and prioritized self-interest.

He can treat everyone like consumables, weighing and measuring them on a chopping board.

He can ruthlessly exploit outsiders and mercilessly trample on senior figures in the industry as stepping stones.

But what he fears most is owing favors to his own people.

For his sake, his master Feng Gong gave up half a lifetime of official career. The weight of that official hat directly shattered Liu Yuehua's survival rules.

……

After a long time, Liu Yuehua slowly raised his head.

Tian Zhuangzhuang imagined him to be terrified, while Li Xuejian imagined him to be either grief-stricken or resigned.

However, Liu Yuehua's lips gradually curled upwards, eventually giving off a cold smile.

Those eyes burned with the kind of excitement a gambler feels when they see an incredible betting odds.

"Teacher Tian, ​​Teacher Li, thank you for sharing this with me today."

Liu Yuehua poured himself a full glass, and the wine overflowed.

"I knew it! How come those old codgers who usually just talk big in the newspapers have suddenly become so tough? Turns out they have such a powerful figure standing behind them."

Liu Yuehua picked up his wine glass, the air emanating from it carrying the aura of a desperate man ready to overturn the table.

"I'm not afraid of the opponent playing a strong hand, I'm afraid of the opponent not having any chips."

"If it's just about arguing with Old Man Lu and his gang, even if you win, it's just a verbal battle. It's meaningless; you won't win many coins."

Liu Yuehua raised his head and downed the fiery liquor in one gulp. The liquor burned down his esophagus, completely igniting the demonic energy within him.

He seemed to understand why, out of so many people in the world, only he had obtained the "Great Free Heaven Desire Demon Codex".

"But my master's official hat must not be taken away in vain." Liu Yuehua stood up and smiled at Tian Zhuangzhuang and Li Xuejian.

"Having taken what my master has given me, I'm going to take it all back from the Ma family, with interest. Now that a real big boss has entered the fray, this game is finally getting interesting."

(Some of the expressions about Tianzhuangzhuang felt inappropriate and I was worried they might cause controversy... so I've deleted them here for now...)

9 PM, Zhuzhu's apartment.

When Liu Yuehua opened the door and went in, Zhuzhu was nestled on the sofa.

"Director Liu, I thought you were going to stay overnight at your teacher's house tonight."

Zhuzhu straightened up and her tone became more formal.

"I have something to tell you. My family knows about us..."

Upon hearing this, Liu Yuehua froze. As a wild horse, his greatest fear was being bridled and losing his freedom.

He never dared to ask about Zhuzhu's background.

In my previous life, I had only heard of her. She was even more low-key than a certain celebrity who was so low-key that the entire entertainment industry knew she was low-key, and she was also more genuine.

"Sister, we signed a waiver beforehand."

"If you say we've been photographed by the media, I can cooperate with the public relations team."

"But if your elders want to invite me for tea, I'm afraid my small frame can't withstand the river's temperature."

Zhuzhu was taken aback when she saw Liu Yuehua's appearance, and then she laughed.

"Director Liu, where did your guts go to issue that press release betting 1000 million?"

Zhuzhu stood up, walked in front of him, and ran her fingers along his cheek, then along his chin, his neck, and down to his chest.

"Don't worry, my family isn't that busy. They don't care who I drink coffee with. What they care about is you, the one who's standing out."

Liu Yuehua finally breathed a sigh of relief and plopped down on the sofa.

"How could my tiny, run-down company possibly be of any interest to your family?"

"You wouldn't normally be allowed in, but now that the Ma family member has made a move against you, the situation has changed."

Zhuzhu sat down next to him and leaned on his shoulder.

"That guy, he's young but holds a high position of power."

"However, in the capital, power isn't just about rank or age. It's also about who can hold their position for the longest time."

"I heard from my family that your master even took off his official hat to protect you. Such a loyal and righteous person is rare these days."

"That guy was trying to get revenge for his younger brother and establish his authority by using you. His approach is actually quite annoying in the industry."

"It's usually enough to stop there; going too far is a bit much. After all, they're from the countryside and don't understand our customs."

"How about this, I'm planning to apply for a position as the public relations director at your company."

Liu Yuehua was taken aback.

"Public relations director? You're not planning to become an editor anymore?"

"It's just a side job, there's no conflict."

"When my grandfather crossed snow-capped mountains and grasslands, he did far more work and endured far more hardship than I do now. I'm nothing compared to him."

"I can continue to monitor traffic and public opinion for you on Sohu, but in your company, I want a real share of equity dividends."

"Once my name is on the list, if that guy from the Ma family wants to touch you again, he'll have to think twice. Is his blood as red as mine?"

Liu Yuehua fell silent.

He even began to wonder if he was about to break through to the next level, which was why he was experiencing inner demons.

How did this turn into a wish-fulfillment story? This true bodhisattva is here to do charity.

They're acting as firewalls again, and offering their bodies as alms again.

Holy crap, am I the one being kept by a sugar daddy? Is this some kind of female-oriented novel?

Liu Yuehua calmed himself down.

"Equity is not a problem. As long as Director Zhu is willing to come, the company's doors will always be open."

Zhuzhu smiled.

"Now that the contract has been agreed upon, Director Liu, shouldn't we review the editing process from last time?"

At this moment, Zhuzhu looked like a beautiful fashion magazine, her neck slightly raised, her robe slipping off her shoulders.

(I won't write that out, anyway, I'll get reported by some petty person. You get the idea.)

The next morning, the messy study contained records of the previous night's business seminar about the fashion industry, while Liu Yuehua was already busy in the kitchen.

He didn't dare to just pull up his pants and leave. Instead, he fried some eggs, bought fresh milk, and cut up some bread and fruit.

Zhu Zhu, dressed in the Emperor's New Clothes, leaned against the doorframe, watching this ruthless man, so cold-blooded on set and in the business world, volunteer to put on an apron and boil milk for her. This contrast completely dispelled the last trace of unease in her heart.

"Breakfast is ready. Eat it while it's hot. I have to go out now."

"Today I'm going with my master to pick up my uncle." Liu Yuehua took off his apron and kissed Zhuzhu on the forehead.

"Director Zhu, regarding the onboarding, I've had Chengcheng prepare the contract. Welcome to the job."