Chapter 19

In the entertainment industry, it is very normal to be temporarily replaced in a role. At this time, it depends on who has more means and who has a stronger background.

However, Jiang Ran has neither of these.

However, Luo Qingli didn't understand the twists and turns of the entertainment industry. She could only comfort Jiang Ran in a low voice, "Ranran, don't be sad. There will be opportunities in the future."

Jiang Ran wiped away her tears, changed her expression, and said to Luo Qingli with a smile, "But they didn't get any advantage either. The director said he only wanted me and no one else. If he wanted to change the female lead, then he wouldn't want the investment. So, my female lead will definitely be kept. But if we don't find new investors, this movie won't be made."

Jiang Ran puffed up his cheeks and said, "Since I can't take the photo, I won't let you take the photo either!"

Luo Qingli felt that Jiang Ran seemed to have a grudge against the actress who stole the female lead role from her.

Seeing that Jiang Ran quickly adjusted his mentality, she also breathed a sigh of relief.

She knew that Jiang Ran was just that kind of person. If he fell, he would lie on the ground for a while and cry, but he would soon get up, wipe his tears and continue moving forward.

"Does it take a lot of money to invest in a movie? How about I be your investor?" Luo Qingli asked.

This was not the first time she had done this. She was used to investing in Jiang Ran, but it turned out that her investment vision was very good.

Jiang Ran thought about it, then shook his head and said, "Forget it. Investing in movies is different. It can cost tens of millions or even hundreds of millions. Besides, it's not a guaranteed win. I don't want you to take this risk."

This kind of thing is like gambling. No one knows whether they can win. Even Jiang Ran can't be sure. After all, there are too many influencing factors.

Although the director's previous works were very dazzling, no one can guarantee that this movie can continue the previous glory.

There are flashes of genius every year, don't there?

Luo Qingli thought for a moment and said, "I can still come up with tens of millions." Currently, the income from Mozhu is quite good, and I have accumulated a lot of savings.

Ji Jinsi, who was standing nearby, suddenly asked, "Who is the director of your movie?"

Luo Qingli just then remembered that Ji Jinsi was still standing here!

Jiang Ran raised his head, glanced at Ji Jinsi, and then looked at Luo Qingli with a questioning look.

Luo Qingli quickly introduced: "This is Ji Jinsi, President Ji."

Ji Jinsi's name is very famous. In North City, almost no one in the circle doesn't know him.

Jiang Ran's family is also in the circle, so she naturally knows who the man standing next to her is.

Although she is now a well-known actress, she is still a small fry compared to business giants like Ji Jinsi.

Jiang Ran quickly replied, "The director of this movie is Lin Yu, and he's also the screenwriter."

Ji Jinsi nodded slightly and sat down next to Luo Qingli very naturally.

The two were very close, so close that Luo Qingli could feel the warmth from Ji Jinsi through his exposed arms.

She sat down a little further inside silently.

Ji Jinsi seemed not to notice her movements. He asked, "What is this movie mainly about?"

"The story of a woman who built a perfume empire from scratch."

Luo Qingli was a little surprised when she heard this. She didn't expect that Jiang Ran's movie was about perfume.

"The reason I took on this movie, besides because the story was well-written, was because it was a story about perfume, which reminded me of you, Qingli." Jiang Ran looked at Luo Qingli and said with a smile.

Luo Qingli was a little touched. The feeling of being cared for by someone was indescribable.

"Since you said that, I will invest in you even more. This movie is a good match for Mozhu. Perhaps, Mozhu can also gain popularity because of your movie." Luo Qingli joked.

"Qingli, you know I didn't take on this movie just to get your investment."

"I suggest that Lin Ju and Mozhu invest together." Ji Jinsi said.

Luo Qingli looked at Ji Jinsi in confusion. What did this matter have to do with Lin Ju?

"Mozhu and Linju are currently collaborating, so we can use this movie to raise both Linju and Mozhu's profiles. Furthermore, with both parties investing together, the pressure on Mozhu won't be too great."

What Ji Jinsi said made sense. Luo Qingli was unsure if he could only rely on Mozhu alone. But if Lin Ju was added, the situation would be different.

After all, behind Lin Ju is the Ji Group.

Luo Qingli glanced at Ji Jinsi beside him. Ji Jinsi's ability was obvious to everyone.

"You don't have to do this." Luo Qingli said.

Ji Jinsi can make a business worth hundreds of millions with just a wave of his hand, so why would he invest in her small movie?

"I'm just optimistic about the prospects of this movie. Big money or small money is necessary for me." Ji Jinsi said with a smile.

Jiang Ran looked at Luo Qingli who was sitting opposite him, then looked at Ji Jinsi, and a look of understanding appeared on his face.

"Qingli, if you've made up your mind, I'll talk to Brother Yang and ask him to contact the director."

"good."

"When you have an appointment, tell me and I'll go with you. I have something else to do, so I'll excuse myself first."

After saying this, Ji Jinsi stood up and walked towards a man who was waiting not far away, then followed the man into the depths of the restaurant.

It seemed that he had an appointment with someone to have dinner here, but he just came to talk to me in the middle of the meal.

After Ji Jinsi left, Jiang Ran quickly said, "Qingli, you didn't tell me you knew Mr. Ji! I never thought I'd get to meet such a big shot!"

Things took a turn for the better, Jiang Ran's mood improved, and he was already in the mood to joke.

Luo Qingli would never tell Jiang Ran about her past entanglement with Ji Jinsi. She just felt ashamed and was afraid that Jiang Ran would look down on her at that time.

Luo Qingli smiled and shook his head, saying, "It's not what you think. His company, Linju, has recently been cooperating with Mozhu. I came to Beicheng this time because of the cooperation between the two companies."

"Oh, so that's how it is." The gossip fire in Jiang Ran's eyes subsided a little.

"Don't just stand there, contact your agent quickly, otherwise the opportunity will fly away." Luo Qingli changed the subject without leaving a trace.

Jiang Ran then hurriedly took out his cell phone and called Brother Yang.

After much communication, Luo Qingli scheduled her meeting with Director Lin Yu for the day after tomorrow, because she had to go to Linju tomorrow.

After setting the time, Jiang Ran breathed a sigh of relief. She took Luo Qingli's hand and shook it, saying, "Qingli, I'm so lucky to have you here. You are really my lucky star, from the beginning to now."

Luo Qingli looked at the innocent expression on Jiang Ran's beautiful face and couldn't help but smile and said, "We are each other's lucky stars."

She admitted that Jiang Ran's personality had influenced her a lot. At least, she became much more cheerful than before.

Jiang Ran was considerate of Luo Qingli's tiredness from the long journey and had no plans for the evening. The two watched a movie and chatted in the apartment before going to bed.

The next day, Luo Qingli woke up early. She was still a little used to her bed.

After washing up, Jiang Ran's room door was still closed. She knew that Jiang Ran had the habit of sleeping in, so she wondered whether she should go buy breakfast.

As I was thinking this, the doorbell rang.

Luo Qingli saw through the video doorbell that it was Brother Yang standing outside.

She opened the door.

Brother Yang came in with a few lunch boxes in his hands. He changed his shoes with ease and put the bag in his hand on the dining table.

"This is the breakfast Jiang Ran asked me to buy. It's all North City specialties. Is she still sleeping?"

Luo Qingli nodded.

Brother Yang took three steps at a time and arrived at the door of Jiang Ran's room and started knocking.

"Jiang Ran, hurry up and get up, we have to go to the magazine shoot today!"

Watching Brother Yang's actions, Luo Qingli suddenly felt that the whole room became lively.

Jiang Ran has an extremely good relationship with this agent.

With a smile on her face, she placed the breakfast bought by Brother Yang on the dining table.

On the other end, after Brother Yang knocked several times, Jiang Ran's door finally opened. Jiang Ran came out wearing pajamas and with messy hair.

"Good morning, Qingli!" Jiang Ran greeted Luo Qingli when he saw her sitting at the dining table.

"You have twenty minutes to wash up. If you exceed the time limit, the penalty will be equivalent to your annual salary." Brother Yang warned expressionlessly.

Jiang Ran panicked and quickly ran to wash up, then changed her clothes in a panic, and even just combed her hair with her hands.

Brother Yang had already walked to the gate and was waiting, holding the hat and mask that Jiang Ran had placed on the coat rack by the door.

"I put breakfast in the car for you, hurry up."

Jiang Ran hurriedly took the bag, took the hat from Brother Yang's hand at the door and put it on her head.

"Qingli, take your time eating. I'll come back to eat with you in the evening."

Only after the door was closed did the room return to silence.

Luo Qingli sat at the dining table, slowly eating the breakfast bought by Brother Yang.

It was simple steamed buns and fried dough sticks, but it was the taste of North City that Luo Qingli hadn't eaten in a few years, and she felt nostalgic.

After finishing breakfast, it was almost time, so she prepared to go out to Linju. Before leaving, Luo Qingli did not forget to say something to Ji Jinsi.

"I'm ready to go to the forest now."

Ji Jinsi replied very quickly.

"good."

Luo Qingli stared at the word "good" again and again.

Replying instantly? Is this still Ji Jinsi?

Could this be his assistant's number?

Luo Qingli found that he could no longer understand Ji Jinsi.

Putting aside the doubts in his mind, Luo Qingli followed the navigation and took the subway to Linju.

Linju is a company that was established only last year. It is located in the new development zone of the northern part of the city. The buildings here are all new, and the streets are bustling with people coming and going, creating a busy scene.

Luo Qingli was surprised that Lin Ju had its own independent office building.

She had also checked Linju's information at the beginning. She thought Linju was just a small company that had been established not long ago, but she didn't expect that it had already grown to a certain scale.

It was already ten o'clock when Luo Qingli arrived, which was neither early nor late.

Looking at the employees rushing in and out of the company, Luo Qingli had a mild social anxiety attack. She walked slowly into the lobby, wondering how she could get in.

"Hello, Miss, who are you looking for?"

When Luo Qingli heard this, he looked over and saw a young girl behind the front desk looking at him with a smile. The sign in front of her read - Zhao Jingyu.

Luo Qingli walked forward slowly.

Who was he looking for? Ji Jinsi? Or Li Kun?

Luo Qingli thought about it and felt that Ji Jinsi probably didn’t have the time to wait here. After all, it was just one of his branches. He should be looking for Li Kun, right?

Thinking of this, Luo Qingli replied: "I want to see Mr. Li."