In City A, Ruan Qiushui bought a house for the film crew to live in.

"Producer Long, will Sister Qiu invest one million in us?"

Assistant director Wu Jian looked at director and producer Long Aohai with some trepidation.

When he learned that Director Long had asked Sister Qiu for a million, his heart was in his throat.

Fearing that Sister Qiu would think they were asking for too much, she simply gave up on them.

"meeting."

Long Aohai nodded affirmatively.

He trusted Sister Qiu's trust in him, and he trusted Sister Qiu in return. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been willing to work for her and follow her.

You should know that gaining his trust is not an easy thing.

I still remember being betrayed and abandoned by everyone in Hong Kong, being hunted down time and time again, and escaping to the mainland.

He was nearly on his deathbed and had considered ending it all several times.

It was Sister Qiu who appeared and gave him light and hope. She also gave him a sense of security and trust, which gave him the courage to live to this day.

"Director Long, the money has been transferred."

Assistant Xiao Gao had just received a call from Zhou Yi and rushed over.

"real?"

Before Director Lung could react, Wu Jian got excited.

With this money, they were able to start work.

They will also be able to realize their ambitions, achieve something, and no longer be seen as useless by others.

"Alright, go contact the staff and actors and get them in place immediately. We'll hold the opening ceremony tomorrow, and then officially start filming."

"Oh, by the way, could you also tell Sister Qiu to ask if she'd like to come to the opening ceremony?"

Long Aohai closed the script in his hand and gave instructions in an orderly manner.

"When Manager Zhou called, he said that Sister Qiu had left all the decisions to Director Long, and that she wouldn't interfere or come."

Xiao Gao looked at Director Long with admiration.

What kind of personal charm could make Sister Qiu relinquish power and not even question a million dollars?

"I see."

Long Aohai felt even more grateful and admiring towards Ruan Qiushui.

Sister Qiu must not want to put pressure on herself or lose her say in Huaxia Film and Television, so she deliberately didn't come.

Ruan Qiushui: I'm so busy I'm dizzy, I don't have time to come.

"Director Long, I haven't read this script yet. Why don't you let me take a look first?"

Wu Jian looked at the script that Director Long was holding like a precious treasure in his arms, and he was extremely curious.

What kind of script could make Director Lung so reluctant to let go?

"You'll find out when we film tomorrow, what are you looking at now?"

Director Long glanced at Wu Jian and then simply turned and walked away.

"Hey, Long Aohai, what do you mean?"

"I'm an assistant director, after all. With Sister Qiu not here, I'm the second most influential person. If you don't show it to me, who will you show it to?"

As soon as Wu Jian saw Long Aohai run away, he quickly chased after him.

As an assistant director, he doesn't even have the chance to see the script? How can he guide the filming of a TV series?

"Long Aohai, if you don't show me the script today, you won't have any peace and quiet."

Wu Jian wouldn't give up until he got what he wanted, and he kept pestering Long Aohai.

"Okay, okay, I'll show you."

Long Aohai, having exhausted all of Wu Jian's persistent pestering, reluctantly handed the script to Wu Jian.

"This is... a mainstream propaganda script?"

"The writing is excellent, the plot is tight and intricately linked. It's thrilling and exhilarating to read."

Wu Jian didn't care whether Long Aohai was next to him or not, and simply plopped down on a stool. He became more and more excited as he watched, wishing he could finish watching it in one go.

"Wu Jian, that's enough."

Seeing Wu Jian lingering in his room, Long Aohai kicked the stool under Wu Jian's butt and patted him on the shoulder.

"Don't rush me, I'm really enjoying watching it."

Wu Jian slapped Long Aohai's hand away.

He was seeing a crucial moment, and no one was allowed to disturb him.

"This old Wu."

Long Aohai was speechless. He called Xiao Gao over to keep an eye on Wu Jian, and then went back to discuss the details of the filming with the crew.

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"Sister Qiu, this is what Xiaoxiao, Changshu, and I compiled regarding the expansion of Gujin Auction House and Yushanfang."

Now, Snow White Skin is a relatively mature brand, and Insun is a household name.

Only Yu Shan Fang has opened fewer than five branches, and Gu Jin Auction House is the only one of its kind.

With the foundation laid firmly in the early stages, they were just about to unleash their full potential when Xueji Renshan held them back, preventing them from taking any action.

However, others seized the opportunity and occupied the market.

"Several chain restaurants have emerged on the market now. Although their taste and ingredients are not as good as ours, they are affordable and very popular."

These newly opened restaurants have already taken away half of the customers of state-run restaurants. Before long, they will probably replace state-run restaurants and become the second canteen for the people besides their homes.

Zhou Yi, Gu Xiaoxiao, and Gu Changshu were all watching with growing anxiety, as it was a new market they had painstakingly developed.

"There are also auction houses. Although there are no other auction houses in Beijing yet, auction houses have already appeared in other provinces and cities, and they are all quite large."

At this point, Gu Changshu also sighed.

This is all money, and it's just been divided up like this.

"Go ahead and do these things."

"However, I have a few requirements. First, service and quality must always be the top priority. Second, the target customer group must be clearly defined; otherwise, you might end up with nothing to show for it. Also, don't be too eager to seize the market; remember to proceed steadily and surely."

It's a good thing to see that Zhou Yi and his group have ambitions, but they still need to act cautiously.

Ruan Qiushui's focus has always been on Renshan and Xueji. Now that Huaxia Film and Television has been added, everything else is just icing on the cake.

"Don't worry, Sister Qiu."

"Don't worry, Third Sister-in-law." x2

"We will definitely live up to your expectations."

Zhou Yi and the other two stood tall and made their promise to Ruan Qiushui.

After the three of them left, Ruan Qiushui quickly packed her things and went home; she missed her children.

"Big baby, little baby, it's been a few days since I last saw you. Did you miss Mommy?"

When Ruan Qiushui returned home, it was still early, and the children were still awake, playing with the kittens that the elderly couple had bought for them in the yard.

These past few days she has often worked overtime until very late before going home, and she hasn't been able to kiss and hug her children for a long time.

"Mommy, Mommy."

When Da Bao and Xiao Bao saw their mother return, they abandoned their favorite kitten and ran straight to Ruan Qiushui.

"Oh my darlings, you've gained weight again."

Ruan Qiushui held the two children on either side of her, kissed their cheeks, and touched their foreheads.

"Mom, I miss you so much."

Xiao Bao leaned on Ruan Qiushui's shoulder, showing great dependence.

"Mom, I love you the most."

Da Bao wrapped his arms tightly around Ruan Qiushui's neck.

"Mom misses you all and loves you the most."

Ruan Qiushui's heart softened as she listened to the children's words.