Liu Yun: "...Then there's no way to find any famous actors, since we know the show can't be broadcast."

Song Xingfei: "It's okay, this way I can find actors that I like."

"Besides, we'll still pay the fee. There are plenty of people who want to film this, so we don't have to spend too much on salaries. Isn't that better?"

"This drama will have at least forty episodes, and it's a period drama, so I want to make the costumes and props as perfect as possible, which will definitely cost a lot."

"Don't skimp on the fight scenes either; there definitely needs to be post-production!"

"Fifty million might not be enough. My idea is to keep twenty million for special effects and thirty million for live-action filming. We'll just do our best."

"After all, we filmed it to enjoy in our own little circle. If it's not broadcast, we don't have to consider too many factors. We can just film whatever makes it fun to watch."

"The visual effects definitely have to be aesthetically pleasing!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Yun exclaimed, "So, you've thought it all through."

"Was this really planned a long time ago? Or was it just to give the three of us some work experience?"

Twenty million for special effects?

She has a video post-production generator; to be honest, you can do it without spending a penny.

Of course, you can't do it that way.

The 30 million yuan for actual filming isn't enough; she could at least earn less for special effects.

These young girls are really going to great lengths for emotional fulfillment!

Song Xingfei was taken aback: "Of course not. I've been planning this for a year, and I've been saving money for a year to finally raise 50 million."

"Isn't it because we haven't found a director who's a perfect fit yet?"

"This industry now...sigh, everyone knows it's incredibly superficial. Who would be willing to help me film a show that's destined to never air?"

"Even if they were willing, they'd probably only be after the money and wouldn't do a proper job. It's different with my roommates after four years; everything is negotiable, it's a win-win situation. So tell me, are you going to take it or not?"

She had considered Liu Yun before, but her previous roommate was too stubborn and wouldn't listen to her explanations at all.

But Liu Yun is different now; she even borrowed money from her a couple of days ago, so I can't help but want to give it a try.

Compared to Liu Yun, there really isn't a suitable candidate.

Liu Yun: "Yes, I do need filming experience!"

Although it's just a niche interest, its popularity is definitely not low.

Then she'll have the popularity to exchange for directing skills.

As for the "designated" lottery system, we can't exploit it too much. If we lose this feature, it would be a huge loss.

In addition, she needs basic funding to shoot other works, so this first job was a good one.

Don't expect her to go around soliciting investment.

It's good to earn your own money to make movies...

Moreover, although BL adaptations are banned, it doesn't necessarily mean they can't be broadcast or made a profit.

Solutions can be found by people... right?

Zhou Rong and Yin Tian exchanged a glance and slapped each other.

Zhou Rong: "Yay! Mom won't worry about me not finding a job anymore."

Yin Tian straightened her posture and made a starting gesture: "I want to play that female assassin."

Song Xingfei immediately refused: "Impossible, female assassins are cold and aloof, you're the round-faced, sweet type... spare that assassin!"

In a script with two male leads, the female assassin is practically the female lead. How can you just randomly choose a character like that?

Yin Tian wasn't annoyed, and sighed, "What can I do if my mother is so difficult to deal with?"

Song Xingfei comforted her, "Be good, listen to me. This is our first drama, so let's skip anything with too much of a contrast, just to be on the safe side."

"After that, you can hone your acting skills with Xiao Yunyun, and then you can play contrasting roles!"

Liu Yun: "..."

So, is there a name even harder to bear than Liu Xiaoyun?

What the hell is Xiao Yunyun? Disgusting.

Quickly stopping the others from being overly solicitous, Liu Yun took out the brocade box she had prepared: "Originally, I planned to sell this and then find two short dramas to film as practice."

"Now it seems that a production team with a budget of 50 million is quite large. Have you made any progress in finding the people you need?"

Song Xingfei was puzzled, but when she opened the brocade box, her pupils were shocked.

"Antiques? Where did they come from?"

A jade cup with shimmering luster, in excellent condition, with clear and natural relief patterns, showcasing superb craftsmanship.

Liu Yun: "I found it at the antique market yesterday; I got a bargain."

"The Song Group has a jewelry and antique business; you can handle it for me."

Antiques from prosperous times are only valuable in this era.

Song Xingfei looked serious and carefully put it away: "Okay, I'll have someone get it appraised first."

With her discerning eye, she could tell at a glance that the jade was top-grade mutton fat jade.

The bamboo leaves in relief appear simple, but they are exquisite, with clear veins, clearly the work of a master.

In this day and age, which craftsman still has time to carve a wine glass?

Liu Yun nodded and picked up the book: "Now that we're talking about the film crew, does the author know how to write a script?"

"If she knows how, let her make the changes!"

"Isn't this exactly what you expected and imagined?"

The main reason is the original author; they might even get a smaller screenwriter fee.

The requirements are high, and funds may not be plentiful, so we need to save wherever possible.

Song Xingfei's eyes lit up: "That would be great if you were willing, but I'm just afraid the director wouldn't be."

Liu Yun: "...The director? They're not willing?"

Song Xingfei sighed: "There is a hierarchy of contempt in the industry, and there are screenwriters who are very hostile to online novel authors."

"In short... there are screenwriters in the industry, and if you break the industry rules, you may not be able to find a screenwriter for the next film. Directors are all wary of this."

Liu Yun: "...Wow, this industry is so incredibly lucrative!"

"What have the screenwriters in the industry changed? Can't you all see with your eyes?"

"If they had the ability to modify it properly, there wouldn't be so much criticism now, given the so-called copyright issue."

Zhou Rong laughed to death: "They don't care. Anyway, they'll either blame the director or the actors. How many of them will blame the screenwriter?"

Yin Tian grabbed a handful of sunflower seeds from somewhere and shared them with everyone: "Don't we all know that already?"

"Anyone with a bit of fame can bring a screenwriter into the production, and then keep adding highlight scenes for their own characters. If they're not good-looking, they'll even ask for makeup changes. Everyone's changing things, so if the plot doesn't fall apart, who will?"

"Do they really think everyone can be a screenwriter?!"

Liu Yun: "...It's rotten to the core. Let me make this clear first, in my crew, it's a director-centric system, and everyone has to listen to me."

"Replace any disobedient actors."

"The contract has been written in this regard, so don't blame me for bullying you or for breaching the contract."

"Also, the martial arts direction must be genuine. Actors who can't do it shouldn't audition. Also, those who use too many stunt doubles shouldn't apply. Only use stunt doubles for some high-difficulty tasks that ordinary people can't do."

"In short, follow the production team setup from twenty years ago. As for so-called industry rules and unwritten industry agreements, don't come to me with them."