Huayu: You were supposed to be a top star, but you've become capital?

After a few more rounds of drinks, Lin Shen put down his glass and began to talk about the second matter.

"Mr. Zhao, Mr. Fang, Mr. Liu, there's one more thing I need to trouble you with."

Zhao Yifang raised an eyebrow: "Please speak, Mr. Lin."

Lin Shen smiled and said, "I have a clothing brand called Trajectory. You all probably know it, right?"

Fang Ying nodded: "I know, it's selling quite well. We even discussed it before."

"That's perfect," Lin Shen said. "I'd like to do some product placement in our show. We can consider Zhao Mosheng's clothes, He Yichen's clothes, etc. The sponsorship fee will be whatever it is, and we'll go through the proper procedures."

After hearing this, Zhao Yifang smiled and said, "President Lin, you're offering money after giving us investment, right? How could we refuse?"

Fang Ying smiled and nodded: "Product placement is easy to arrange. We'll have the business team coordinate with you later."

Lin Shen raised his glass: "Then I'll have to trouble you all."

Another round of drinks.

But Zhao Yifang knew in her heart that Lin Shen wouldn't set up such a big scheme just for this little implant.

Sure enough, Chang Bin spoke up at this moment: "President Zhao, President Fang, Director Liu, let me say a few words."

Everyone looked at him.

Chang Bin said with a smile, "I have high hopes for our drama. With Mr. Gu's original work as a foundation, Director Liu's team is top-notch, and Lin Shen in the lead role, this project is definitely going to be a hit."

Everyone laughed and agreed.

Chang Bin then changed the subject: "But I'd like to ask, has the female lead for our drama been cast yet?"

There was a moment of silence in the private room.

Liu Zhi's heart skipped a beat.

You're going to suffer.

He had been pushing Qi Wei, but Gu Man wouldn't budge, so the matter dragged on. Later, Tang Yan's team also made contact, and he was thinking of comparing them further. But now—

Director Liu Junjie didn't think much of it and replied, "It's not completely decided yet. We've contacted Qi Wei, and she's good in all aspects, but we feel that her style isn't quite a good match."

Tang Yan's team has been in contact with her recently, and I think she's quite suitable, but her schedule still needs to be coordinated..."

As he spoke, he noticed the atmosphere at the table was a bit awkward, and his voice gradually lowered.

Gu Man put down her chopsticks at this moment, smiled and said, "Speaking of which, this is my fault."

Everyone looked at her.

Gu Man sighed, feeling somewhat guilty: "After all, it's my hard work, so it's inevitable that I had selfish motives. I always wanted to find the actor who best fit the role, which caused a lot of trouble for everyone."

Zhao Yifang waved her hand: "Teacher Gu, you're too kind. You're the author, so of course you have the right to speak."

Fang Ying nodded, "Yes, Teacher Gu, please feel free to share your thoughts."

Gu Man glanced at Lin Shen, then smiled and said, "Actually, I recently saw a girl who I think is perfect for playing Zhao Mosheng."

Lin Shen immediately chimed in, looking curious, "Oh? Teacher Gu has someone in mind?"

Chang Bin chimed in, "Then let's talk about it. Everyone's here today, so it's a good opportunity to chat."

Zhao Yifang watched the two of them working together, and she already knew what was going on. But she kept a straight face and smiled as she agreed, "Yes, Teacher Gu, what do you think?"

Liu Zhi of Keton stared at the three of them with wide eyes. "Damn it, did you guys plan this in advance?"

Gu Man pursed her lips, as if organizing her thoughts:

"A while ago, I saw a video of a guy online. You know those elevator videos, right? It was showing a new clothing brand's latest collection."

She paused, then looked at Lin Shen: "Later I found out that it was Lin Shen's brand."

Lin Shen was taken aback: "The trajectory is GG?"

"Yes." Gu Man nodded. "There was a girl on GG who appeared for a few seconds, but I was stunned at the time."

That face, that aura, were exactly the same as the image I had in my mind when I wrote about Zhao Mosheng.

She looked at everyone present and said, "I was thinking at the time, how wonderful it would be if I could play Zhao Mosheng."

"Wow, so this is fate!" Chang Bin looked at Lin Shen. "What a coincidence? Mr. Lin, which girl is your boyfriend seeing?"

Lin Shen looked completely bewildered: "Teacher Gu, which one are you talking about? There are quite a few people on the track GG."

Gu Man inwardly cursed, but smiled gently on her face:

"I was quite curious at the time, so I looked it up. The girl's name was Bai Lu. I later saw some of her photos, and the more I looked, the more I felt that she was a good match."

Lin Shen paused for a moment, then smiled: "Bai Lu? What a coincidence."

He looked at the people on the table and explained, "Bai Lu is an artist in my company, and she is currently playing a supporting role in the 'Tomb Raiders' series."

Fang Ying raised an eyebrow: "The Grave Robbers' Chronicles? Isn't that...?"

Lin Shen nodded: "Yes, the one I starred in."

The table fell silent.

Liu Zhi had completely understood.

This tactic is all too familiar.

Gu Man "accidentally" saw GG and "accidentally" thought the girl was suitable. Lin Shen "happily" was her boss, and CEO Chang from Tencent "happily" was there to chime in.

Each link is perfectly connected to the next, creating a seamless whole.

But Liu Zhi couldn't say anything either.

They didn't directly put someone in the role; it was Gu Man, the original author, who brought it up, using the reason that no one could find fault with her being a good fit for the role.

Moreover, Lin Shen's statement just now gave them plenty of face.

Zhao Yifang spoke first, smiling as she looked at Gu Man: "Teacher Gu's judgment of people is probably accurate."

Fang Ying chimed in, "Then shall we contact Ms. Bai Lu later and ask her to audition?"

Lin Shen waved his hand: "No need for special arrangements."

Everyone at the table was looking at him.

Lin Shen laughed: "I mean, I know how good her acting is. But we just need to go through the proper procedures, do the auditions, and follow the rules."

Zhao Yifang nodded: "President Lin is right, but since Teacher Gu has spoken up, there must be a reason. President Fang, please make the arrangements later."

Fang Ying nodded: "Okay, Mr. Zhao, I've got it."

Lin Shen picked up his teacup and raised it to Gu Man: "Thank you, Teacher Gu."

Gu Man also picked up her teacup, inwardly rolling her eyes, but smiling politely on her face: "President Lin, you're too kind. I really think she's suitable."

Everyone raised their glasses, and the matter was settled.

We then discussed the specific details of the investment, the product placement methods, and the filming schedule for a while.

The atmosphere got better and better, and after several rounds of drinks and dishes, the atmosphere improved.

Lin Shen glanced at the time; it was almost nine o'clock.

He stood up, raised his glass to everyone, and said, "Everyone, I'm so sorry. My flight is early tomorrow morning; I still have scenes to film for 'The Lost Tomb.' I have to go now."

Zhao Yifang waved her hand: "Go on, go on, work is more important."

Lin Shen looked at Chang Bin: "President Chang, you've worked hard. Please keep everyone company for me."

Chang Bin smiled and nodded: "Don't worry, don't worry, you can go now."

Gu Man also stood up: "I'll go with you, I have things to do tomorrow too."

The two left the private room together, walked through the corridor, and reached the elevator.

In the corridor, Lin Shen and Gu Man walked out side by side.

"Was your acting alright?" Gu Man tilted her head to look at him.

Lin Shen laughed: "Sister Man, it's a shame that your acting skills aren't winning an award."

Gu Man rolled her eyes at him: "Come on, do you know how long I spent thinking about that excuse for the elevator accident?"

Lin Shen laughed out loud: "As long as it works well, that's fine. Fans love this kind of thing the most. The original author taking a liking to it at first sight, or the sudden appearance of a lucky star, is much better than anything else."

Gu Man sighed, but smiled and said, "Alright, I've done my best. Now it's up to Mengyan to work hard."

Lin Shen nodded: "Don't worry, she'll catch it."

Gu Man suddenly asked, "By the way, when do you plan to deal with those things online?"

Lin Shen glanced at her: "Soon."

"How long is 'soon'?"

"In the next couple of days."

Gu Man nodded and didn't ask any further questions.

The two walked out of the clubhouse. The night breeze was a bit chilly, and Gu Man unconsciously wrapped her coat tighter around herself, looking at Lin Shen:

"You really think she's capable?"

Lin Shen thought for a moment and said seriously, "Whether it works or not, we'll only know after we try. But I think what she lacks is never ability, but opportunity."

Gu Man looked at him and suddenly smiled: "Alright, good luck then. I'm leaving."

She waved her hand and got into the car waiting at the door.

Lin Shen stood in the night, watching the car's taillights disappear around the street corner, before taking out his phone to check it.

Yang Chaoyue sent a message: "Brother Shen, is the dinner party over? Sister Mengyan and I are having a late-night snack. Should we wait for you to come back?"

Lin Shen's lips curled up as he typed, "Almost done, save some for me."