Chapter 261 Another One

It was late at night, at home in Fenghuang Mansion.

After washing up, Liu Shishi was wearing soft pajamas and half lying on the head of the bed, with the table lamp beside her emitting a soft glow.

Sister Yi was holding a script in her hand, reading it with great interest. She was amused by the humorous and interesting plot in the script and laughed out loud from time to time, echoing in the bedroom.

Suddenly, the joy was interrupted by a melodious telephone ring. Liu Shishi turned sideways to glance at the caller ID and answered the call impatiently.

"Ms. K! What do you think of the "Love Apartment" I sent you? Is it worth investing in?"

On the other end of the phone, Cai Yinong was silent for a moment, but chose to speak the truth: "Shishi, based on my experience, I am not optimistic about this kind of urban youth comedy.

Some of the plots are a bit nonsensical and the audience group is relatively narrow, so this may be the reason why the crew has not been able to attract investment. "

When Liu Shishi heard this, the smile on her face disappeared instantly and she was very disappointed. However, she was still a little unconvinced. She read the script herself and thought the story was very interesting and unique.

"But it's only five million. If you really want to invest, you can give it a try. After Operation Sharp Sword, the price of online copyrights for movies and TV series has risen sharply. Even if TV stations are unwilling to pay a high price for them, they can still make some money back by selling them to video networks."

Cai Yinong added a sentence, but there was something in his heart that he didn't say out loud. He thought to himself that this was just a small amount of money. If you acted coquettishly, Boss Song would give you more than this amount of pocket money. Just have fun with the investment.

"Oh, I see." Liu Shishi was a little unhappy. She had been very interested since she listened to the introduction of Sun Yizhou and others in the morning.

But after hearing the opinions of Sister K, a professional producer, who was so pessimistic about the show, I naturally couldn't feel happy.

After struggling for a while, Sister Yi still didn't want to let down her enthusiasm, and still insisted: "I still want to try it."

Cai Yinong did not comment, and said in a light tone: "Okay, it's just a small amount of money, Mrs. Song can do whatever she wants."

"This is not a matter of money!" Liu Shishi muttered softly. She mainly wanted to prove her vision and ability and didn't want to be easily denied.

"Since you want to invest in a film and television project, there is something you should do as soon as possible."

"What is it?"

"Set up your own film and television studio, so it will be easier to invest."

Cai Yinong couldn't help but sigh in her heart. Some time ago, she was thinking that her brother and sister would probably go out on their own and set up their own studios in two or three years. Unexpectedly, this day came in the blink of an eye.

"Ah!" Sister Yi exclaimed. She really had no intention of going out on her own. "Sister K, does it have to be established?"

"With a studio, it is easier to deal with issues like investment and taxation."

Liu Shishi frowned slightly and said with a bitter face: "But it is very troublesome to set up a studio. Fan Bingbing is an example. Although he is his own boss, he is very busy and has to worry about the jobs of so many people."

Upon hearing this, Cai Yinong was secretly delighted. This was indeed Yijie's personality. She had no intention of leaving Tangren for the time being. It was crucial for Tangren's development to keep this leading young actress.

So he patiently guided him: "Fan Bingbing's studio is completely independent, and he has to do everything himself. It's almost the same as a small film and television company.

Your agency contract with Tangren will last for a few years. If you are afraid of trouble, you can register your studio with the company, with two brands and one staff.

The company charges a symbolic service fee every year, so that you can enjoy the convenience of the studio and save a lot of trouble. What do you think?"

"That's great! I'll cooperate with all the procedures required to open a studio." Liu Shishi's eyes lit up and she nodded heavily.

I quite agree with the studio being affiliated with Tangren Film and Television, and I think it’s better to leave the trivial matters to Sister K.

Cai Yinong quickly agreed: "I will arrange for someone to get you a business license tomorrow."

The two discussed some details of the studio, and Cai Yinong changed the subject: "Shishi, you really won't be on Happy Camp next week?"

"No, no, Miss K, wasn't this already agreed upon?"

Cai Yinong had no way to deal with Yijie's little willfulness. He smiled bitterly and shook his head: "I really can't do anything about you, but let's make it clear in advance that you will explain to the fans yourself."

Thinking of the craziness of some fans now, Cai Yinong couldn't help but shudder. Fortunately, the "little lion" of his own sister is still rational.

However, when something involves Sister Yi, once they are unhappy, they will criticize the company and her fiercely, and the curses on Weibo are particularly harsh, which is really a headache.

Among the six main actors of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy III", only Liu Shishi did not appear on the show, which makes it hard not to let people imagine.

In order to avoid being misunderstood by fans and thinking that she was suppressing the top female star, which would inevitably cause chaos, she made a point to greet Liu Shishi in advance.

Liu Shishi knew Sister K's dilemma: "Don't worry, Sister K. I will record a video to explain the situation to the fans."

Cai Yinong sighed: "Just handle it properly. In fact, occasionally appearing on variety shows can also help increase exposure and popularity. I have high expectations for Long Kui in "Chinese Paladin III" and hope it can become a classic role for you."

Yijie is full of confidence: "No rush, I will definitely be on any good variety show, forget about Happy Camp. As for exposure and popularity, I have other ways.

Sister K, just wait and see. I'm sure you'll be surprised when the time comes. It's much better than appearing on Happy Camp."

Just after the call ended and before Liu Shishi had time to catch her breath, her cell phone rang again.

Liu Shishi thought it was Sister K who called because she remembered something. When she saw the caller, she was extremely surprised. It was Xu Zheng, with whom she had once worked together.

"Hello, Director Xu!"

Xu Zheng's cheerful voice came from the receiver: "Shishi, it's been a long time since we last met. I'm taking the liberty to contact you today. Is there something I want to discuss with you?"

Liu Shishi recalled briefly that she had not had much contact with Xu Zheng in the past two years since "Nightclub". They only sent each other a polite text message during the holidays.

But now that they have come to my door, I can only wait and see what happens: "Director Xu, you are so polite. Please go ahead."

There was a brief silence on the other end of the phone, and Xu Zheng seemed to be organizing his words: "Shishi, the great success of Night Club made me a little famous in the director circle.

But during the filming process, I also found that I had many shortcomings, so I didn’t dare to direct a movie again and have been busy enriching my knowledge in directing.

After two years of accumulation, I feel that I have made up for my shortcomings, so I am preparing to direct another movie recently."

Xu Zheng talked endlessly about his experiences, and Liu Shishi listened patiently and sent her blessings at the right time: "Congratulations to Director Xu for his return. When his new work is released, I will definitely book a theater to support it."

"Thank you! I've recently been working on a script called Lost on Journey, a comedy about the Spring Festival travel rush. I'd like to ask for your help, Shishi." Xu Zheng finally got to the point.

Sister Yi couldn't help but said in surprise: "Director Xu, you want to ask me to act in a movie."

"No!" Xu Zheng was obviously stunned. He didn't expect Liu Shishi to have the wrong idea. He quickly added: "It's my brother. I'm still short of investment. Shishi, can you give me a hand?"

When Liu Shishi heard this, her expression suddenly became extremely strange. Today was really weird. Why did everyone, one after another, come to her to ask for investment, as if they had discussed it beforehand?

She even couldn't help but wonder if her identity as the wife of the richest man had been exposed, so these people were trying to take advantage of her secret stash of money.

After weighing the pros and cons, Yijie politely declined: "Director Xu, I can't afford to invest in a movie. I suggest you ask Tengda Culture. You still have a director contract with Tengda, so they will definitely invest in your movie."

"Shishi, this is a small production, and the cost is only about 7 million. If you are short of money, just invest less, how about 20%? As for Tengda Culture you mentioned, they invested half, and Tengda is also responsible for the film's promotion and marketing."

Liu Shishi was stunned for a moment, and was a little confused about Xu Zheng's intention. The cost of 7 million was just a drop in the bucket for a large company like Tengda, and they could invest the full amount. Why would Xu Zheng need to go outside to attract investment?

Moreover, it is a low-budget comedy, and it is promoted and distributed by Tengda Culture, so it is almost certain to make money. Logically, there should be people waving money and rushing to invest.

"Director Xu, your movie should have no shortage of investment. May I ask, who are you going to ask to invest the other 30%?" As things were unusual, Liu Shishi asked cautiously with confusion.

Xu Zheng said firmly: "I will invest this 30% myself!"

Liu Shishi seemed to be thinking about something, with a glimmer of inquiry in her eyes: "Director Xu, I think I understand now. This movie is almost certain to make money. This 50% share was specially given to you by Tengda Culture for your free use."

Now that the words were out, Xu Zheng no longer hid it and frankly admitted, "Yes."

After getting a clear reply, Liu Shishi thought to herself that it was indeed true. This was equivalent to giving money to herself.

"Why me?"

Xu Zheng thought about it and felt that it would be better to make things clear, otherwise Liu Shishi might not invest.

"Because of your relationship with Tengda! Tengda Culture has invested in too many projects now. With a small budget of 7 million, Zhang Zhao and his team probably won't pay much attention to it. But if you are involved, the situation will be very different. Tengda Culture and Southern Cinemas will definitely pay more attention to it."

Liu Shishi muttered: "I have nothing to do with Tengda Culture!"

"Shishi, what you said is meaningless!" Xu Zheng said with a smile, with a hint of sarcasm in his tone: "When I auditioned for "Nightclub" that year, I saw Zhang Zhao favored you. At first I just thought you were an ordinary relative.

But later, when Boss Song came to visit the crew, I noticed that there was something wrong with the way he looked at you. From then on, I felt that there was something unusual about the relationship between you two.

Later, I kept noticing that all signs showed that you and Boss Song were a couple. By the way, I haven’t had time to congratulate you and Boss Song on your engagement. I wish you a long and happy marriage.”

The first sister was embarrassed, her lie was exposed in a second, she pouted and said helplessly: "Okay! I admit that I am Song Ci's fiancée."

Upon hearing this, Xu Zheng thought that his guess was correct. After just a little probing, Liu Shishi generously admitted it!

My heart is even more excited at this moment. The wife of the richest man is also a golden thigh, I have to hold her tightly!

"Shishi, I have been carefully polishing the script of Lost on Journey. I can't promise a big hit, but I am sure it will make a small profit. Otherwise, I wouldn't have invested more than 2 million yuan myself. Now that we've come to this, please give me a straightforward answer."

It would be a bit inhumane to refuse the reasonable money. Anyway, I have invested 5 million in "Love Apartment", so it doesn't matter if I invest in another movie. So Yijie nodded and said, "I'll invest!"

Xu Zheng was immediately overjoyed. It was really a good thing that Liu Shishi was willing to invest in it, which would kill two birds with one stone. He thought that Tengda would definitely pay more attention to "Lost on Journey".

"Shishi, have you been in the East China Sea recently?"

"Yes, I'm filming on the set."

Xu Zheng didn't want to wait any longer, so he said straightforwardly, "Then I'll send you the script tomorrow. As for the rest, we'll meet and discuss it in detail when I get to Donghai."

Feeling Xu Zheng's impetuousness, Yijie responded solemnly: "I am looking forward to seeing you, Director Xu."

After the two phone calls, the night grew darker and it was almost ten o'clock.

Liu Shishi thought about it and decided that she should tell Song Ci about what happened today. She hadn't talked to her lover about her feelings yet in the evening, so she picked up the phone she had just put down.

Coincidentally, the moment her finger touched the screen of the phone, Song Ci called and Miss Liu hurriedly answered the call.

"Honey!"

Hearing his fiancée's gentle call, Song Ci chuckled: "Shishi, I will send you an installation package via email right away, and you can install it on your phone."

While operating her phone, Liu Shishi chatted with Song Ci on speakerphone: "Husband, I did two big things today. I invested in a TV series and a movie."

Song Ci seemed uninterested in what Miss Liu said, and kept asking, "Is the app installed?"

Liu Shishi puffed up her cheeks and said angrily, "Song Yiyi, I'm angry! Are you listening to me seriously?"

Song Ci also realized that he was too anxious and ignored his fiancée's feelings, and hurriedly apologized: "Shibao, I'm sorry! You voted for movies and TV series, right? Go on, I'm listening."

"Yes, I invested in the TV series "Love Apartment" and the movie "Lost on Journey"..."

Listening to his fiancée telling the story, Song Ci's heart was touched. It would be fine if it was just Lost on Journey, but that was Xu Zheng's deliberate attempt to please her.

But the super hit TV series "Love Apartment" actually came to us on its own initiative, which was really a blessing from heaven.

“They all sound like good projects, worth investing in!”

Upon hearing her fiancé's support, Liu Shishi became very excited and said that Cai Yinong had no vision.

"Master, are you ready?"

Liu Shishi looked curiously at the new program that Song Ci asked her to install. The icon was a green frame with two small white bubbles in the middle, which looked very cute.

"It's installed! What app is this?"

“WeChat! A chat tool for mobile phones.”

Liu Shishi felt that her fiancé's voice was extremely passionate and exciting. She opened the app and saw a little man looking up at the blue planet. The picture was full of artistic conception.

I quickly followed the steps to register an account. The WeChat page is extremely simple, without any unnecessary complexity, giving people an exceptionally refreshing feeling.

"Shishi, we can use it to chat in the future! Soon, many, many people will use it!"

(End of this chapter)