The entertainment empire began with Liu Yifei's premarital pregnancy.

"You suddenly asked me out, did something good happen?"

Sun Li walked into the Cheng Mansion Banquet Hall and followed the staff into the private room. Seeing Deng Chao with a big smile on his face, she asked him with some curiosity.

The Cheng family banquet costs over 1000 yuan per person, which is not a place for ordinary people. Even for Deng Chao now, a meal costing seven or eight thousand yuan is a considerable expense.

It's only 06 now, and celebrities' salaries aren't that high yet. Especially Deng Chao, who isn't even considered a popular young actor in the industry; at best, he's just a second-tier actor.

The only role he can be proud of is Bai Yang in "Happiness Like Flowers".

"Of course there's good news!"

Deng Chao walked forward with a big smile, pulled out a chair, and watched Sun Li sit down.

After breaking up with Hao Lei because of "Summer Palace", Deng Chao met Sun Li on the set of "Happiness Like Flowers" and began to pursue her.

The two of them are currently on the verge of becoming boyfriend and girlfriend.

"Tell me, what good news is it!"

After sitting down, Sun Li smiled at Deng Chao, looking like she was listening attentively.

"I've switched from Huayi Brothers to Kyoto Animation..."

Deng Chao looked at Sun Li, his voice trembling with barely suppressed excitement.

Since the premiere of "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate", Deng Chao felt that he was always overshadowed by Huang Xiaoming at Huayi Brothers, which prevented him from making a name for himself.

After much deliberation, Deng Chao took the initiative to approach Shen Xiuya of Kyoto Entertainment.

Deng Chao's contract with Huayi Brothers had less than six months left. Considering that the company didn't have any young male artists, and Deng Chao had taken the initiative to apply, Shen Xiuying signed Deng Chao to Kyoto Entertainment for less than a million yuan in breach of contract fees.

Among the current contracted artists of Kyoto Entertainment, Zhang Jin and Xie Miao are martial arts actors, but their acting skills in dramatic roles are somewhat lacking. Wang Baoqiang also prefers roles with distinctive characteristics.

Deng Chao is the only one who is very suitable to be cultivated into a popular young actor.

Of course, Deng Chao was also very sincere, signing an 8-year contract directly with Kyoto Entertainment.

"An 8-year contract?"

Sun Li looked at Deng Chao with a shocked expression.

In the industry, an eight-year contract, while not exactly selling oneself, is close enough.

Deng Chao didn't offer much explanation for Sun Li's shock.

He also realized that, given his current status, how could the company possibly provide him with those top-tier resources without a long-term contract?

Do you know the movie "Painted Skin"?

The signing of the contract was just the beginning; what he really wanted to share with Sun Li was the movie.

"I know!"

Sun Li nodded.

These past few days, there's been a lot of discussion about this movie in the industry. Even she's interested. If they were willing to cast her, she'd be willing to take on even a small supporting role.

It's not easy for TV actors to break into the film industry.

Moreover, within the industry, film actors hold a much higher status than television actors.

In later generations, Zhao Liying could be considered a guarantee of high TV ratings and a top-tier actress in the industry. However, when she entered the film industry, she could only start by playing supporting roles.

"I am now the male lead in 'Painted Skin'."

Deng Chao looked at Sun Li with a smug smile.

At that moment, he was extremely grateful that he had signed with Kyoto Animation; otherwise, this role would never have fallen into his lap.

"Really? Congratulations..."

Sun Li was initially surprised, but then sincerely congratulated Deng Chao.

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"Alright, go ahead and get busy!"

Lin Bufan waved his hand, and Shen Xiuya got up to say goodbye and turned to leave the office.

At this time, Deng Chao's status in the industry was not high, so Shen Xiuya felt that he was just a small actor and not one that the boss was interested in, so there was no need to report to the boss.

After learning about Deng Chao's signing, Lin Bufan dealt with some company affairs and then returned to Panhai International.

"Honey, you're back!"

Hearing the door open, Liu Yifei, who was in the kitchen, turned to look at Lin Bufan as he entered, a happy expression on her face.

"Are you making soup?"

Lin Bufan took off his coat and hung it aside, then walked into the kitchen, stood behind Liu Yifei, wrapped his arms around her waist, and rested his head on Liu Yifei's shoulder.

Liu Yifei, who used to never lift a finger, has changed a lot since becoming a mother.

There is a housekeeper who cooks at home, but she still often makes soup herself, and whenever Lin Bufan is here, she will definitely make soup for him.

"Today's soup is mushroom soup. I just learned how to make it. It's very flavorful, you should try it..."

"Yes, it's really good!"

Lin Bufan tasted it and had to admit, it was indeed very delicious.

"Sir, Madam, dinner is ready."

Just then, the nanny came over to report.

"Alright, you guys go eat too!"

Lin Bufan turned around and nodded slightly to the nanny.

This apartment in Panhai International has two dining rooms: one for Lin Bufan's family and the other for the nanny and childcare worker.

It wasn't that Lin Bufan discriminated against them; it was mainly that they didn't have anything in common, and it felt awkward to sit down and eat together.

Most importantly, there must be a sense of distance between the employer and the nanny; otherwise, some unpleasant things may happen over time.

"Oh, by the way, Xu Ke came to see me today..."

At the dinner table, Lin Bufan looked at Liu Yifei and asked, "He wants you to play the female lead in 'Painted Skin.' What do you think?"

"Hey, this is the script. Take a look at it after dinner and then make a decision."

"Um!"

Liu Yifei nodded.

After finishing their meal, Tong Lin and Bufan sat on the sofa.

Liu Yifei leaned against Lin Bufan's chest, holding the script in her hand, and carefully studied it.

"Honey, I want to take this role!"

About an hour later, Liu Yifei closed the script and looked at Lin Bufan with her big eyes.

"You'd better think this through. Your co-star is Zhou Xun. If your acting isn't up to par, you'll be ridiculed by everyone when the movie is released."

Lin Bufan gently stroked Liu Yifei's hair with one hand, looking at her with a smile.

Liu Yifei's acting skills are currently sufficient for playing roles in idol dramas or characters that don't require much acting ability; she has no problem doing so.

However, the character of Pei Rong has a very large contrast between her earlier and later stages, and with her current acting skills, she still has some way to go to master this role.

Most importantly, Pei Rong has many scenes with Xiao Wei, and she is facing Zhou Xun as her co-star, so the pressure is immense.

"I know, I will try my best!"

Liu Yifei clenched her right fist and looked at Liu Yifei with a confident expression.

From childhood to adulthood, Liu Yifei has never been one to back down when faced with difficulties. On the contrary, she is more motivated when she is under pressure.

In Liu Yifei's heart, her husband is an Oscar-winning director. Although they are not legally married, she considers herself Lin Bufan's wife. How could she embarrass her husband?