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

"Boss, this is Miss Gong Li's phone number!"

Half an hour later, Lin Bufan placed a piece of paper with a phone number written on it in front of him.

"kindness!"

Lin Bufan nodded slightly, looked at the phone number on the note, took out his phone and dialed it directly.

Who is it?

The phone rang a few times, and when it was answered, a mature and charming voice came through.

Born in 65, Gong Li is 43 years old this year. Like a ripe peach, she is simply naturally charming.

"Hello, Ms. Gong Li, I'm Lin Bufan!"

"Lin Bufan?"

Gong Li's voice sounded somewhat surprised.

……

"Lili, we absolutely cannot miss Director Lin's film, 'The Ruins: The Spiritual Realm of Mountains and Seas'."

Gong Li was vacationing in Sanya at the time and had no idea about the news from the outside world until her agent arrived and told her the news.

Gong Li's agent was in high spirits at this moment.

It's fine if she didn't win the roles in her previous films; it doesn't affect her status in the industry.

Although Zhang Ziyi has the nickname "International Zhang," her influence, both domestically and internationally, is still far less than that of Gong Li.

Even now that they've gone international, and have international appeal like Fan Bingbing, Yang Mi, and even Liu Yifei, they still don't have the same status as Gong Li in China.

Unlike others, even though Liu Yifei has gone international, she doesn't have any so-called international titles like "International Liu" or "International Fei." Her title remains "Fairy," forever "Fairy."

But this time it's different.

The investment in "Guixu: The Spirit Realm of Mountains and Seas" reached a staggering 5 million US dollars, making it unique in the world.

Regardless of the film's final box office performance, simply being able to participate in it is enough to demonstrate one's status within the industry.

If the movie is successful, or even tops the global box office charts, the actress who plays the lead role will instantly become a world-class star.

That's why Gong Li's agent was so eager.

"But I haven't had any contact with Director Lin, so how can I win over the female lead..." Gong Li frowned slightly.

She is very confident in others, even other directors in the industry.

However, when facing Lin Bufan, it was a completely different story. Putting aside his status and honor in the director circle, the fact that he was a "capital" made it impossible for her to act recklessly.

"Don't worry, I've already used my connections to get Director Lin's private phone number!"

The agent confidently pulled out a phone number.

As Kyoto has grown increasingly powerful, fewer and fewer people have been able to obtain Lin Bufan's private phone number.

The agent had to go to great lengths to get this phone number.

"Okay, I'll contact Director Lin right now!"

Gong Li didn't waste any time. She's not like she was in her later years, almost semi-retired. Right now, she's very career-driven.

Just as Gong Li picked up her phone, preparing to call Lin Bufan, the phone suddenly rang.

And that's how what just happened happened.

……

"Ms. Gong Li, I wonder if you have time to come to Kyoto? I'd like to talk to you about the movie." Lin Bufan noticed the surprise in Gong Li's voice, but he didn't think much of it and asked her directly.

"Of course!"

Gong Li hurriedly said.

How could she not be surprised? She had just been about to call the other party when the other party called her.

"However, Director Lin, I'm currently in Sanya. I'll have someone book a flight back to Beijing immediately."

After hanging up the phone, Gong Li excitedly looked at her agent: "Book a flight back to Beijing right away."

"good!"

The agent immediately took out his phone and dialed the airline's number.

"What? No first class?"

"What happened?"

Seeing the communication breakdown with her agent, Gong Li frowned slightly.

"I just called the airline, and the last two flights to Beijing don't have first class seats. The only flight with first class seats is the 3:30 PM flight." The agent looked at Gong Li helplessly.

"Then let's book economy class!"

Gong Li looked at her agent with a serious expression.

The flight time is only about three and a half hours, so it's fine to squeeze in.

It's only 10 o'clock now. The next flight is at 10:30, and she can arrive in Kyoto by 3:00 PM at the latest. But if she waits for the 3:30 PM flight, she won't arrive in Kyoto until after 7:00 PM.

She really went all out for the role.

"Okay, I understand!"

……

"Boss, Miss Gong Li has arrived!"

At 2:30 p.m., Zhang Tianai knocked on the door and came in to report to Lin Bufan.

"Please come in!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Bufan looked up.

"Yes, boss!"

A few minutes later, Zhang Tianai walked in with Gong Li and her agent.

"Director Lin!"

"Director Lin!"

"Miss Gong Li!"

Lin Bufan looked up and saw Gong Li, then stood up and walked out from behind the table.

"Tian'ai, make some tea!"

"Yes, boss!"

Zhang Tianai responded, and Lin Bufan turned to Gong Li: "Ms. Gong Li, please have a seat!"

"OK!"

Gong Li sat on the sofa.

The agent sitting to the side was also very cautious.

He knew very well that Lin Bufan was not just a director; as Gong Li's agent, he had seen many directors.

But there is only one person like Lin Bufan who is both an internationally renowned director and a capitalist.

"Boss, tea!"

After chatting for a while, Zhang Tianai came over with a cup of tea and poured one for each of Lin Bufan, Gong Li and her agent.

"Thanks!"

Gong Li nodded to Zhang Tianai with a kind smile on her face.

"Thank you, Ms. Zhang!"

Compared to Gong Li, her secretary was much more enthusiastic towards Zhang Tianai, even to the point of being somewhat obsequious.

There's no way around it; with Zhang Tianai's figure and looks, who would believe she has no relationship with Lin Bufan?

Throughout history, the most powerful wind has never been a typhoon or storm, but rather the "pillow talk" (a term referring to the wind blowing from behind one's head).

Who knows, he might need to curry favor with that person in the future.

"I wonder if Ms. Gong Li has heard of the movie 'Guixu: The Spirit Realm of Mountains and Seas'?" Lin Bufan picked up his teacup, took a sip, put it on the table, and then looked up at Gong Li.

"I've already heard that Director Lin's movie has caused quite a stir in the entertainment industry..." Gong Li said with a smile.

She held Lin Bufan in high esteem.

He's handsome, which is one thing, but he's also incredibly talented. And not only is he talented, but he's also incredibly wealthy. How could anyone not admire him?

Women have always admired strength, and Gong Li is no exception.

If you don't inspire a woman's admiration for your strength, there's only one reason: you're not strong enough.

"Ms. Gong Li, the reason I invited you here is for the lead role in this movie." Lin Bufan nodded slightly and looked at her.