Chapter 31 It’s better to owe more

"Aren't you envious of others?"

Ning Mingluo didn't expect that it was because of a casual remark he had just made.

"If you're busy, you don't have to go there specially."

Gu Xiucheng raised his eyebrows: "Your business is also part of my job."

"That seems to be the case. You invested so much in this movie. What if you lose money?"

Ning Mingluo had never discussed this matter with Gu Xiucheng before, but now that filming has officially started, this worry can't help but come to mind.

This movie was directed by Zeng, whom Gu Xiucheng found specifically for him, and the investment can be considered as Gu Xiucheng's personal investment.

Gu Xiucheng specifically supported him without asking for anything in return, but the more this happened, the more worried he became. If he failed to achieve results, he would feel really ashamed of Gu Xiucheng.

"I make the investment decision, and you, as an actor, are responsible for filming. Naturally, other people will take care of the business matters."

These words directly showed Gu Xiucheng's attitude.

"Thank you." Ning Mingluo looked at Gu Xiucheng with a gentler gaze.

After Gu Xiucheng finished eating, the two of them cleaned up the office together before leaving.

But what Ning Mingluo didn't expect was that he would run into Zhou Shiyi again downstairs.

Because Tang Xiuwen had taught him a lesson for the last incident, Zhou Shiyi was at peace for a while, but he still didn't give up.

He had liked Gu Xiucheng so early, and entered the entertainment industry for Gu Xiucheng and became the head of the company, but Gu Xiucheng just couldn't see his efforts.

He was unwilling to accept it.

Today he heard that Gu Xiucheng had to work overtime at the company. He couldn't miss such a good opportunity.

But what Zhou Shiyi didn't expect was that when he walked downstairs to the company, he saw Ning Mingluo following Gu Xiucheng, and the two of them walked out of the office building together.

Zhou Shiyi's face immediately turned dark.

Where on earth did this Ning Mingluo come from?

At this time, Zhou Shiyi would not go and ask for trouble.

Send a message to the agent.

[Check Ning Mingluo. I want his dirty laundry.]

Since he couldn't attack Ning Mingluo openly, he had to find a way to ruin Ning Mingluo's reputation and see if he still had the nerve to stay with Gu Xiucheng.

Ning Mingluo, who didn't know that he was being thought of again, was arguing with Gu Xiucheng about something.

"Everyone is eating on the set, so I wouldn't be able to be special. Besides, I really need to lose weight and keep in shape. I'm not kidding."

He thought he had already made everything clear about dinner while they were eating.

Who knew that on the way home, Gu Xiucheng brought up this matter again.

He also said that he had someone specially make it for him and send it to the crew.

Ning Mingluo felt that this was a bit too exaggerated, and it was like the way a big family in ancient times served its young master.

He plays a noble young master in the play, but outside the play he is just an ordinary person, so there is no need to be like this.

"If you don't eat well, you'll feel unwell. What did you say to me just now?"

Gu Xiucheng had no intention of giving up this idea.

"Gu Xiucheng, you are Mr. Gu, your wealth is immeasurable, but I am just an ordinary person. I can't afford your luxurious services, and I don't have the money to pay you back. I can't always take your things with a clear conscience. You have given me so much."

This was what Ning Mingluo was really thinking. It was okay once or twice, but after it happened too many times, he really didn't know how to get along with Gu Xiucheng.

Not to mention the recent expenses for his meals with Gu Xiucheng, since signing the contract, not only has he not made any money for Gu Xiucheng, but Gu Xiucheng has no idea how much he has invested.

Because he himself was saving money for his grandmother, he had no extra money to give to Gu Xiucheng.

Even though Gu Xiucheng thinks that these are just small amounts of money, he cannot forget his roots.

"Worried about money?"

"Money is part of it. I owe you a huge favor."

"I've already signed the indenture, so what's the big deal about owing someone a favor? It would be better if I owed them more."

"I'm talking to you seriously, don't joke with me." Ning Mingluo said with a serious expression.

He always felt that when he and Gu Xiucheng were alone, they were completely opposite.

Obviously Gu Xiucheng is the serious one, but in front of him, he always jokes and teases him.

"Okay, I won't argue with you. You've been a much greater help to me than you realize. Just consider it my advance payment."

"I'll help you?" Ning Mingluo still felt strange. How could he help Gu Xiucheng?

This time, Gu Xiucheng did not continue talking to Ning Mingluo. He himself had not figured out how to tell Ning Mingluo.

Let’s talk about it when that day comes.

The matter was put aside for the time being, and the two continued to talk about other things.

"I think today's official announcement was quite effective. Luo Chen should be contacted by an endorsement agent soon. Tell her that there's no need to rush about the endorsement."

Ning Mingluo felt that Gu Xiucheng thought too highly of him.

"It's just the first day of promotion for the movie. We've just started filming, so I don't think anyone would come to discuss collaboration."

Gu Xiucheng remained silent: "You still don't realize the influence you have created. You can ask Luo Chen tomorrow."

Ning Mingluo blinked. "Okay, I'll tell Sister Chen tomorrow. I also feel like I've just officially started filming, so I won't bother with other things for now."

He thought that Gu Xiucheng didn't let him take the endorsement because he wanted him to devote all his experience to this movie, after all, it was carefully prepared.

Although he knew that Ning Mingluo might have misunderstood, Gu Xiucheng did not explain.

Ning Mingluo's works have such a high starting point, so the first endorsement is even more precious and must be carefully selected.

The next day, Luo Chen still remembered what Gu Xiucheng had told him.

"Sister Chen, there is something I want to ask you."

"Just ask, what difficulties have you encountered? Why do you look a little embarrassed?"

"When Mr. Gu and I were having dinner yesterday, he told me not to take any endorsement deals for now. But I think I only showed up yesterday, so I don't think any endorsement deals will come to me."

Luo Chen smiled and said, "You guessed wrong. Ever since you became a trending topic yesterday, many people have contacted me."

"Ah? Really?"

Ning Mingluo was really surprised this time. Gu Xiucheng knew too much about her.

"Of course, this is the era of traffic. You don't even know how good your traffic data was yesterday. They are very accurate in grasping this kind of data now, but they are all small brands. They are not even second-tier. I refused them. Even if Mr. Gu didn't remind me, I would have refused them."

Luo Chen continued to explain, "After this movie comes out, your value will be much higher than it is now. Then you will be the one to choose the endorsements, and the quality of endorsements then will be completely different from what it is now."

"I understand."

"Teacher Ning, are you ready? The filming is about to begin."

Ning Mingluo has a heavy shooting schedule today, and almost the entire day is filled.

"Come on, take good photos. If you feel uncomfortable, remember to tell Xiaoxing immediately."

"Don't worry, Sister Chen, I will take good care of you."

After all, it was a full day of performances, and they couldn't let Ning Mingluo down.

Throughout the entire play, Ning Mingluo was actually always wearing a white fur coat. As soon as he appeared on the set, everyone's eyes couldn't help but be on Ning Mingluo.

In order to maintain his condition, Ning Mingluo always kept a calm expression.

But for some reason, everyone should be scared and want to stay away from this situation, but many staff members couldn't help but look at Ning Mingluo.

Ning Mingluo is like a flower blooming on a snowy mountain. You need to admire him from a distance, but he can also arouse the desire to conquer him and make you want to pick him into your arms.

This is the thinking of most people on the set right now.

This feeling became even stronger when Ning Mingluo adjusted his position and officially started shooting.

"That person hasn't left yet?" The young master played chess with him calmly.

The attendant standing behind him replied: "Still standing at the door."

"Tell him that Master Xue has nothing to do with anything related to the royal family, and let him go."

The follower hesitated to speak.

"Speak without hesitating."

"The man said that if you don't go, he will stand at the door."

"Let him be."

The follower looked at his own master and sighed inwardly.

"Young Master."

"Um?"

"Do you really want to take this step? There's no way out of this."

Listening to his followers' words, the young master pinched the round chess piece with his slender white fingers and put it down.

The sound of collision with the jade plate is crisp and pleasant.

"No regrets in your moves."

"Cut! Passed!"

Director Zeng was very satisfied with the play after it was finished. He knew that Ning Mingluo would never let him down.

He still had to continue acting, so Ning Mingluo did not immediately leave the role and look towards the camera.

Even though Director Zeng was used to seeing all kinds of characters, he couldn't help but be distracted, as if the person in front of him was no longer Ning Mingluo, but really the Snow Young Master in the script.

Director Zeng softened his voice, as if he was afraid of disturbing the young man who loved quietness.

"Just adjust the lighting and take another close-up of the hands, and it'll pass."

Ning Mingluo's hands were slender, long, fair and smooth, which perfectly matched the set of chess pieces.

Director Zeng felt that such a beautiful shot should be kept.

Because Ning Mingluo is the protagonist and his acting skills are very much liked by Director Zeng, the entire crew is progressing very quickly.

In less than half a month, two-thirds of the filming was completed.

Even Director Zeng found it incredible.

He really found a treasure.

However, no matter how smoothly Ning Mingluo's side went, Director Zeng had a headache when filming other people's parts.

Although some people's appearance and temperament are very suitable for their roles, they are unable to fully express the effect they want in front of the camera and can only do it again and again.

Today's filming was a large scene, and the crew hired a lot of extras on short notice, and the weather was also very cold.

Ning Mingluo's personal shooting has been completed, but this side has not yet ended.

Seeing Director Zeng's exasperated expression, Ning Mingluo and Luo Chen discussed, "Should we order some drinks for everyone? The weather is a bit cold, and if things don't go on like this, everyone's going to be in a bad mood."

"It's ready and will be delivered soon."

As the leading actor, Ning Mingluo certainly won't make any mistakes in his daily social interactions with Luo Chen's help.

I often treat everyone to milk tea and food, so this time it is justified and Director Zeng will not feel that I am causing trouble.

But this behavior is not seen in the eyes of some people.