Fan Xi and Zhou Qingyun were both surprised, not understanding why the man who was so sharp and stern one second suddenly burst into laughter the next.

"Fan Qizhi, Zhou Yuren, this is actually the final test our studio has for you." Lin Munan said sincerely.

"After reading the picture book for 'Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan,' we were very impressed by its concept and style. We were just concerned about whether you could stay true to your original aspirations and maintain your original creative style in the face of commercial temptations and so-called 'trends.' After all, the reputation of the picture book will have a huge impact on the upcoming film. It seems you're absolutely qualified!"

Fan Xi breathed a sigh of relief, but couldn't help but complain in his heart: This production studio and Lin Munan are so scheming!

Seeing Fan Xi's face turning cold, Lin Munan immediately said sincerely, "Don't be angry, Fan Xizhi. We are really looking forward to this cooperation. Let's discuss the specific details of the cooperation. We will fully respect your wishes."

The two sides also had a detailed discussion on the adaptation details of the animated film.

Fan Xi has her own unique and profound insights into the setting of characters, the presentation of scenes and the rhythm of the story. She talked incessantly, gesturing quickly on the paper with the pen in her hand, depicting the beautiful pictures in her mind one by one.

Lin Munan originally only examined this project with a professional attitude, but as Fan Xi spoke, he was gradually attracted by the talent displayed by Fan Xi.

There was a gleam in Fan Xi's eyes, which showed his love and persistence for creation, which made Lin Munan involuntarily look at him with a little more appreciation.

…

In the blink of an eye, they had been talking for the entire afternoon. Lin Munan looked at his watch and said, "It's getting late. Let's end our discussion here for today. We'll continue discussing issues such as adaptation rights and compensation tomorrow!"

Zhou Qingyun and Fan Xi nodded, indicating that they had no objections.

Lin Munan invited enthusiastically, "Since individual businesses were allowed, several delicious restaurants have opened in Shanghai. How about taking someone to try some Shanghai food today?"

Fan Xi was about to refuse. After all, she had been here for over forty years and had tasted delicious food everywhere. She would rather go back and have a good sleep, but Zhou Qingyun beat her to the punch and agreed. "Okay, I'd be very rude to refuse!"

So Fan Xi didn't want to spoil the fun, so he had to smile and nod in agreement.

Lin Munan drove the two of them to a restaurant on Nandu Road Pedestrian Street. This place is one of the most prosperous streets in Shanghai, whether forty years ago or forty years later.

Fan Yu looked at the ancient and prosperous Shanghai through the car window, feeling a mix of emotions in his heart. Judging from the level of prosperity alone, Shanghai is indeed the best developed among several major cities at present.

Fan Xi couldn't help but ask, "Editor Lin, are there many houses for sale in Shanghai right now?"

Lin Munan was a little surprised that Fan Xi would suddenly ask this, "Why? Fan Xizhi wants to buy a house in Shanghai?"

Fan Xi nodded. "Well, it would be best if it were a house a few counties east of Pujiang. The price doesn't matter, even the land is fine. The higher the price-performance ratio, the better!"

Lin Munan was very surprised and asked in confusion, "The area east of Pujiang has always been dominated by agriculture. It's almost like a rural area. The west is obviously more prosperous than the east. Why did Fan Qizhi buy the east instead of the west?"