Note that this book is a slow-burn novel, and it will become increasingly exciting as the story progresses.
It starts from 2002, beginning at the Beijing Film Academy, and starting with the H...
Chanel store.
Huo Xiwen looked at Shen Fang: "President Shen, there's really no need. Besides, my clothes aren't that expensive. There's no need to come to a place like this."
Ah Sa tugged at Huo Xiwen: "President Shen already said he'd compensate you. If you don't take it, wouldn't that be disrespectful to President Shen? Isn't that right, President Shen?"
Shen Fang smiled and said, "Pick whatever you like, I'll pay for it."
Joey Yung and Charlene Choi pulled Huo Xiwen into the store.
Huo Xiwen looked at Ah Sa and Joey Yung speechlessly: "What are you two doing? Really, this is so embarrassing."
Joey Yung grinned, revealing her rabbit teeth: "What's there to be embarrassed about? They've already said they want to buy, so hurry up and choose, take this opportunity to rip them off and buy more."
Huo Xiwen shook his head: "No, what are you thinking? Buying more would only make others think of me."
Ah Sa nodded: "Just pick one. He's not a sucker. He doesn't look like an ordinary rich man. His watch is so expensive. He asked for a movie worth 30 million US dollars right off the bat. If it's true, he's a big shot. It wouldn't be good to ruin the relationship over a piece of clothing."
Gillian Chung was speechless: "What? Are you thinking of playing the long game?"
Huo Xiwen was speechless: "I'll call the boss and check this person's background. He doesn't want someone who lies. If Yanzu can really get into such a big production, our company will benefit a lot."
Huo Xiwen took out his phone. The call connected.
"Boss, has Zhang Yimou signed with Longteng Media...?"
Huo Xiwen told Albert Yeung about his encounter with Shen Fang that day and about the $30 million big-budget production.
Albert Yeung got a little excited when he heard this. Emperor Entertainment's stock was falling and they needed a big production to boost the stock price.
"Xiwen, wait for me a moment, I'll have someone check it out."
......
5 minutes later.
"Xiwen, could you arrange a meeting with this Mr. Shen for me? I'd like to speak with him."
Huo Xiwen was a little confused: "Huh? Boss?"
"Shen Fang's identity is real. Director Zhang Yimou has signed with Longteng. This Shen Fang is very powerful. You could say he's a big spender. Emperor Entertainment needs a big production to generate momentum and give shareholders confidence in Emperor Entertainment. Can you help me make an appointment with him?"
"The shop owner insists on giving me a new outfit as compensation. Should I buy it or not?"
"Buy it, if he says buy it, just buy one set."
"Okay, boss, I'll go ask President Shen."
The call ended.
Ah Sa looked at Huo Xiwen excitedly.
Is it true?
Huo Xiwen nodded: "The boss checked and it's true. Help me pick out an outfit, nothing too expensive. I'll go talk to President Shen."
Charlene Choi (Ah Sa) immediately took Huo Xiwen's hand and said, "Sister Xi, I'll go with you."
Huo Xiwen rolled his eyes at Ah Sa and pried her hands off.
"Save your breath. You're so rich, so handsome, and a media mogul. You wouldn't be short of women. You're too good for a little kid like me."
Ah Sa pouted when she heard this: "Maybe that's what they like. Sister Xi, take me there."
Huo Xiwen shook his head: "The boss wants to cooperate with President Shen, so don't cause trouble."
Huo Xiwen walked up to Shen Fang, who was picking out jewelry. Tianxian liked these kinds of small pieces. Shen Fang planned to buy some as gifts for Tianxian; he couldn't leave Hong Kong empty-handed, so he wanted to bring back some small gifts.
Shen Fang looked at the shop assistant and said, "Bring out your most expensive and best-looking items for me to see. They should ideally be suitable for girls around 18 years old and not too tacky."
The clerk smiled and said, "Okay, sir, please wait a moment."
"Is Mr. Shen buying jewelry for his girlfriend?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Fang turned around and smiled at Huo Xiwen.
"It wasn't for my sister, why didn't you go buy some clothes?"
Huo Xiwen smiled and said, "I asked Ah Sa and the others to help me choose. Mr. Shen, our boss would like to have a chat with you."
Shen Fang was taken aback: "Albert Yeung? What do I have to talk about with him? You want him to investigate me?"
Huo Xiwen quickly waved his hand: "No, no."
Shen Fang smiled and said, "It's alright. It's my duty to investigate. After all, someone suddenly came out and said they would invest 30 million US dollars to hire Yan Zu to make a movie. You should investigate what Mr. Yang wants from me?"
Huo Xiwen looked at Shen Fang: "President Shen, I don't know. Let the boss talk to you about this personally. I'm just a messenger."
Shen Fang nodded upon hearing this: "Okay, then let's meet your boss tonight. You can help me pick out some jewelry."
"Handsome, let me help you choose."
Upon hearing this, Huo Xiwen turned around and saw Ah Sa.
Huo Xiwen glared at Ah Sa, but Ah Sa ignored him and walked straight to Shen Fang's side.
"Let me help you choose, handsome. I know a lot about these things. Do you have a girlfriend, handsome?"
Shen Fang smiled: "Thanks then. Girlfriend? I have one."
Ah Sa's expression changed upon hearing this. She has a girlfriend?! How dare she!!!
Shen Fang didn't want to chat with women who had no breasts or buttocks. His vision was only for stunning beauties and 36D breasts; he couldn't see anything else.
The teller came over carrying several boxes and opened them.
"This is the Chanel ETERNALN5 necklace in 18K white gold, set with diamonds, priced at tens of thousands. This is a pair of No. 5 pearl earrings, priced at tens of thousands. This is a No. 5 diamond ring, priced at tens of thousands. These three are the latest designs this year."
Chen Fang took a look and found it acceptable.
"What do you think, Xiwen?"
Huo Xiwen couldn't take his eyes off the diamond necklace.
"So flashy."
Chen Fang said, "I'm asking you if it looks good, and whether it's suitable for girls around 18 years old."
Huo Xiwen looked at them and said, "Pearls are fine, but diamonds are out of the question. Little girls don't know much about these things, and they're too expensive and don't match the overall look."
Upon hearing this, Shen Fang nodded and looked at the saleswoman: "Choose 5 sets of pearl and gold earrings and necklaces, and this set too."
Huo Xiwen was stunned when he heard this: "5 sets???"
Shen Fang smiled and said, "I have more sisters."
Huo Xiwen pouted, "He probably has a lot of female admirers. Handsome guys really are all ladies' men!"
If Shen Fang knew what Huo Xiwen was really thinking, he would definitely cry out in protest, "How dare you insult someone's innocence like this? He doesn't even have a girlfriend yet, and the one he's supposed to date just turned 15! Of course, the one who watches the clock doesn't count."
......
In the end, Huo Xiwen chose a dress worth around HK$6,000, while Shen Fang spent over HK$1 million on it, paying directly by credit card.
Gillian Chung and Charlene Choi both had their eyes light up when they saw Chen Fang. If they could flirt with him, they might as well fight each other.