Huayu: I was immediately ensnared by Jing Tian as soon as I entered the industry.

During the summer vacation, Jing Tian was not idle; she studied the script for her next drama.

Lu Zhen invested in a historical epic, in which she played the lead role.

Jing Tian was scrolling through the trailer for "Back to Youth" online, somewhat absentmindedly, with the script for "The Great Biography of Sun Tzu" lying halfway down next to her.

She felt that Wang Xuan was a person who was hot and cold at different times.

When the two of them were together, he was incredibly enthusiastic and his conversations were always funny, making her happy.

During the summer vacation, they didn't even send a greeting.

It made her feel anxious and insecure.

"Tian Tian, ​​how's the script going? This is a historical epic, you'll definitely shine as the female lead."

Lu Zhen walked over with a smile and said.

Jing Tian snapped out of her reverie and collected her thoughts: "It's quite good; I'm learning about the relevant history."

Lu Zhen nodded in satisfaction, but when he noticed the webpage Jing Tian was browsing, his face fell, and he asked in surprise.

"This movie is being released so soon? Didn't it just wrap up filming not long ago?"

"The release date was announced out of the blue, and China Film Group strongly supports this film."

Jing Tian obtained this information from Chai Biyun.

"Oh, I'll have to go see it when it's released," Lu Zhen said noncommittally.

He had been observing Jing Tian's condition recently, and as someone who had been through it all, he knew very well that these were symptoms of a young girl in love.

The only thing he could do was keep Miss Jing busy and prevent her from thinking about those messy things, otherwise he wouldn't be able to explain himself.

"Uncle Lu, I'd like to read the script in peace and quiet for a while."

Jing Tian sent Lu Zhen away, then pulled out her phone from under the cushion, hesitating whether or not to make the call.

She was trying to justify her initiative.

As a woman, if you are too proactive and enthusiastic in a relationship, you will be looked down upon.

But if you don't take the initiative when you meet someone like Wang Xuan, your best friend or girlfriends might steal him away, and then it will be too late to regret it.

A flash of inspiration struck her.

"Encouragement and support between classmates is normal, right?" Jing Tian murmured to herself as she dialed the number.

···

At this time, in the outside world, in the film market...

On August 1st, "Perfect Couple" was released.

Because "Red Cliff Part I" is a key project for China Film Group and is currently in a critical period of striving for 3 million yuan in box office revenue.

The film "Perfect Ten," released by Bernard, only received 20% of the screenings.

That's already very good.

It's a low-budget period comedy with an unknown director and mediocre actors. The fact that it got this much screen time is thanks to Berna's efforts.

"Haha, I'm still very confident in the movies I make."

Shuangzi and Chai Biyun saw Wang Xuan walking away with his back bent, wondering who he was answering a call for, since he was currently being interviewed by the Sixth Princess.

"I still remember the visit I owe you, don't worry." Wang Xuan whispered as he ran backstage.

"Has someone forgotten that they promised me something? They're not trying to renege on their promise, are they?"

Jing Tian's soft, sweet voice came through the phone.

"Of course I remember the script I promised you, but someone else probably still remembers the bet they lost," Wang Xuan reminded him with a smile.

"I'm a good kid, I never gamble, you must be mistaken, Wang."

Miss Jing has learned to make excuses.

"Oh dear, what did I promise you? I've completely forgotten."

"Hmph, you're not allowed to go back on your word."

"If someone can do it, why can't I?"

"Alright, alright, I remembered the bet I owe you, is that alright now?"

Wang Xuan wouldn't let Jing Tian easily renege on the bet she lost, so he could find an excuse to manipulate her at any time.

"By the way, what drama are you getting into this time...?"

Before Wang Xuan could finish speaking, Shuangzi ran out and shouted, "Brother Wang Xuan, it's your turn to be interviewed."

"You're busy, I wish you great box office success, bye."

"Um."

Seeing Wang Xuan hang up the phone with a smile on his face, Shuangzi asked curiously:

"Brother Wang Xuan, who are you talking to on the phone?"

"Kids shouldn't be so curious."

Shuangzi pouted, wishing she could grow up quickly.

She overheard some parts of the phone call just now, and if she wasn't mistaken, it must have been Jing Tian.

···

Wang Xuan and China Film Group did not plan to hold a movie premiere. The investment cost was so low that it would be more worthwhile to spend the money on publicity instead of holding a formal event.

Starting from the 2nd, the promotion stopped. Wang Xuan told everyone to rest well. If the movie is well received after its release, they will have to do offline roadshows.

We need to visit all the major cities that are major voting blocs.

If the response is lukewarm, there's no need to waste the money, as the group's airfare and hotel are already quite expensive.

Wang Xuan sat in front of his computer, logged into QQ, with his phone next to him, scrolling through his competitors' box office data: 200 million on the first day, with mixed reviews.

For a low-budget comedy, the start was pretty good.

My phone vibrated; it was a message from Shi Dongmin informing me that "Back to Youth" had secured 25% of the screenings.

This is the treatment that comes with China Film Group's involvement.

With one day to go before the movie's release, Wang Xuan promoted it on his blog.

"My self-written and directed film, 'Back to Youth,' is a family-friendly comedy that will be released on the 3rd..."

The box office performance of "Red Cliff Part I" has already exhausted its potential, and "Perfect Imperfection" is not considered a competitor by Wang Xuan. The biggest competitor is the Hollywood blockbuster "The Incredible Hulk," which will be released in mid-month.

The penguin icon is flashing; it's a message from Liu Shishi:

"I wish Master a huge box office success. I can't wait to contribute to the box office."

"Thank you. You should also work hard to improve your acting skills. Maybe one day we'll offer you a role."

"You'll keep your word, I'm waiting."

As if afraid Wang Xuan would change his mind, the other party logged off immediately after speaking.

The class group chat kept flashing; people were already talking about "returning to youth."

Most people hope for a good box office for a movie, and Wang Xuan succeeded. This gives him an advantage when casting classmates for his next film.

The movie was released on the 3rd.

Wang Xuan has done everything he could; as for the outcome, he's leaving it to the audience.

In the dormitory, Wang Xuan lay on his bed, with Zhu Yilong and Gao Wenfeng hovering in front of him, even more anxious than he, the director and investor.

"Hey you two, stop hanging around in front of me, you're making my eyes blurry."

"Old Wang, don't you care about the movie's box office?"

Zhu Yilong came here after taking leave from the set of "Rebirth".

When the director heard that his movie was going to be released, he readily granted him a fake role.

Regardless of the outcome, when the drama is announced, he, as the lead actor, won't be completely unknown.

"We won't know the first-day box office figures until tomorrow, so what's the point of me caring now?" Wang Xuan shrugged.

"It's not good for us to just wait anxiously like this, let's have some drinks."

Gao Wenfeng's suggestion was approved by Wang Xuan and Zhu Yilong.

The three of them went out and bought beer and snacks, then returned to their dorm room to enjoy a good drink.

I drank until very late, and I was somewhat out of it.

The next morning, Wang Xuan was woken up by a series of noisy cell phone ringtones.

He was in a daze and hung up immediately.

A moment later, it started ringing again.

"Who is it calling so early in the morning? Can't a person get any sleep?"

Gao Wenfeng, who was sleeping on the top bunk, muttered irritably.

Wang Xuan suddenly came to his senses; the movie's opening day box office figures should be out by now!