The entertainment industry: My 99 future timelines!

Three days.

Li Xu gave himself and Liu Yifei three days.

He spent the rest of the time peacefully, but his brain was like a high-speed processor, searching, filtering, and weighing through a vast array of future memories.

He needs a perfect "debut" script.

The requirements are clear: controllable costs, short cycle, explosive potential, the ability to transform Liu Yifei's career, and the ability for this inexperienced new director to gain a foothold in censorship and the market.

Thinking back to those box office dark horses and critically acclaimed masterpieces from my memory.

There are foreign works, such as the refreshing and heartwarming "First Love".

There's also the bittersweet feeling of youth evoked by the Chinese film "You Are the Apple of My Eye".

The conflict and symbiosis in "Soulmate".

Li Xu skimmed through all of these films.

These movies are tempting, but none of them are entirely suitable for the present moment.

Either the timing was wrong, or the lead actress's temperament contrasted too much with Liu Yifei's "ethereal" aura, and a forced subversion might backfire, or there were issues with copyright and development cycles.

Ultimately, Li Xu decided to create an original work.

Given his future status as a top figure in the global film industry, there's no need for him to use someone else's story for his debut film.

He named his directorial debut film "Love Announcement".

A deeply moving story about "I love you, but I also want to tell you that I love you more than I imagined," filled with misunderstandings and regrets.

"Unrequited love" and "obsessive love" are timeless themes that easily resonate with audiences and offer opportunities for commercial and award-winning manipulation.

Having figured out the connections, Li Xu felt reassured.

The rest of the time is spent waiting.

-

As news about Liu Yifei spread through the mouths of relatives who had dinner with Li Xu that day, it has now spread like wildfire throughout the county, becoming the most explosive and unbelievable topic of conversation in this small town in southern Hunan during the New Year.

"Old Li's son has been approached by the famous actress Liu Yifei!"

"Let's talk about collaboration! Liu Yifei said she wants to work with him on a movie!"

"Really? I think it's probably just a resemblance?"

"Absolutely true! I saw it with my own eyes! That demeanor, that appearance, it's definitely her! She even greeted Li Xu's mother!"

"My God... Is the Li family about to produce a dragon?"

Some people believe in this, but many more don't.

After all, this matter is too fantastical and beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

Many people tend to believe that Li Xu's relatives made a mistake, or that he was simply exaggerating.

After all, how could a big star like Liu Yifei possibly come to this small county town to find some greenhorn? Even her junior from the Beijing Film Academy wouldn't do!

As for making the news.

Because there was no accurate information, it was just hearsay, and the news was so bizarre that it was not accepted by the media and only circulated slightly on local online forums.

During this period.

Li Xu occasionally had to deal with his parents' hesitant yet curious probing questions, as well as the roundabout and indirect inquiries from other relatives.

"Xiao Xu, that Liu... Liu Yifei, is she really here to ask you for a collaboration?"

At the dinner table, Wang Cuiping finally couldn't help but ask the question for the thousand and first time, her eyes shining.

"Yes, let's talk about something."

Li Xu shoveled food into his mouth and mumbled a reply.

"Make a movie? Can she act in one of your movies?"

Li Sanchuan asked in a low voice, his eyes showing worry as well as a hint of barely perceptible pride.

"It's still far from certain, let's talk about it later."

Li Xu remained impeccable.

As for Li Yufen, she was completely "sick," staying indoors and afraid of being asked about her boastful words that day about "finding someone like Liu Yifei."

-

On the afternoon of the third day, sunlight streamed through the window, warmly bathing half the room.

Li Xu stood by the window of his room, watching the children chasing and playing in the alley below, a scene full of everyday life. He held his phone in his hand, the screen displaying a number he had long since memorized.

Without hesitation, he pressed the dial button.

The phone was answered after only two rings.

"Feeding? It's been three days, Li Xu, have you thought this through...?"

On the other end of the phone came Liu Yifei's voice, clear and calm, but Li Xu could hear a hint of tension in her voice that she was trying hard to hide.

"I've made up my mind."

Li Xu said calmly, "I agree to cooperate, but there are a few conditions that we need to clarify first."

"Go ahead," Liu Yifei said, her voice becoming more steady as she entered a negotiating mode.

"First, for my first feature film, I demanded an absolute director-centric approach."

"From the script, casting, filming, to editing, I need absolute control. As the investor and the leading actress, you can offer suggestions, but the final decision is mine."

Li Xu's tone left no room for argument.

"Yes, as I said, I will respect your work," Liu Yifei replied readily.

"Second, the female lead's image will be drastically different. You may need to experience life for the role, even gain or lose weight, and change your appearance. You can't have any idol baggage."

"I couldn't have gotten it."

Liu Yifei's voice finally revealed a hint of barely suppressed, eager excitement.

"Third, and most importantly."

"Before this project starts, I need you to deal with all the possible obstacles on your side, especially your mother and godfather. I don't want it to be suddenly stopped halfway through because of reasons like 'unsuitable' or 'risky'."

There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone.

When she spoke again, Liu Yifei's voice was more resolute.

"Don't worry, Li Xu, this is my own war, I will handle it."

"What I need is for you to give me a weapon to win this battle, a good enough script, and a brilliant enough directing performance."

"The weapons are ready."

Li Xu's lips curled up slightly.

"It's a movie I named 'Love Announcement,' a story about obsessive and deep love. You'll be the female lead who surprises everyone."

"Love Announcement..."

Liu Yifei repeated softly on the other end of the phone, as if savoring the weight behind the name, "Okay, Li Xu, I believe you."

This answer made Li Xu's lips curl into a slight smile. "Then I wish us a pleasant cooperation."

"it is good."

Liu Yifei's voice was full of laughter, and she answered crisply, "When you come back after the New Year, let's meet in Beijing. Bring the script you're planning to film, and we'll sign a contract."

As she spoke, she couldn't help but laugh out loud on the phone, saying, "By the way, Li Xu, before we officially launch the film project, I think we need to work things out first."

"At the same time, I also want you to gain some fame and become more well-known in the film and television industry."

"I've got you a job—a commercial for Yili Yogurt. I'm one of the spokespeople, and I've recommended you to direct it. We'll shoot it after the New Year. What do you think?"

GG film?

Li Xu raised an eyebrow.

This is a good opportunity to practice and build trust, and it can also quickly generate tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of yuan in income. The cycle is fast and the return rate is high.

"no problem."

Li Xu agreed.

"Okay, then we can discuss it in detail when I get to the capital."

After Liu Yifei finished speaking, she seemed to hesitate for a moment, then added, "Li Xu, don't let me down."

"I'll return the same words to you, Teacher Liu."

"After you finish filming GG, you should also be ready to say goodbye to your titles of Fairy Sister and Little Dragon Girl."

Li Xu's tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable confidence.

The phone hangs up.

Li Xu put down his phone and looked out the window.

The afternoon sun was a bit dazzling, but he squinted and felt that the future was bright.

He sat back down at the computer, his fingers landing on the keyboard as he began typing the first line.

Create a new document – ​​"Love Announcement".

-

Meanwhile, a thousand miles away in the capital, in a quiet little villa.

Liu Yifei held her slightly warm phone, stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, and looked at the bustling city traffic outside.

My heart was pounding because of that phone call.

Say goodbye to "Fairy Sister"?

She closed her eyes, and images from fragments of future memories flashed through her mind—the snowstorm in the northern border region, the embrace at the awards ceremony, and herself at the wedding, her heart breaking yet smiling and clapping.

When she opened her eyes again, all that remained in them was a clear and resolute look.

What she needed was never ethereal beauty.

What she needs is the strength to take root in the soil and grow freely.

"Love Announcement, that name sounds good... Li Xu, don't let me down."

Liu Yifei murmured softly.

The next second, her phone vibrated again, and the word "Mom" appeared on the screen.

Liu Yifei took a deep breath and answered the call.

-

After the New Year, in early March, in the capital city.

The air still carried the chill of winter, but the sunlight already possessed the strength of early spring.

Li Xu dragged his simple suitcase out of the airport.

He returned to Beijing Film Academy early, even though the semester hadn't started yet.

Become famous as early as possible!