Chapter 228 The Infatuated Person
Song Ci was unhappy and felt that Han Sanping's request was a bit too much.
However, he couldn't get angry in public, so he could only patiently listen to the other party continue talking.
Han Sanping rubbed his hands, became a little reserved, and said embarrassedly:
"Well, Mr. Song, Han has made some small contributions to the development of Chinese films in the past two years. Thanks to the leadership's favor, he was nominated as China's Economic Person of the Year 2008."
Song Ci was slightly stunned. What did this have to do with him? However, out of politeness, he still opened his mouth to congratulate: "Congratulations, Mr. Han!"
"Director Song, to be honest, I am very eager for this honor. If I am elected, I will be the only representative from the entertainment industry to be selected since the award was founded."
Han Sanping looked excited and stared at Song Ci with an indescribable desire in his eyes.
Song Ci was confused and didn't understand why Han Sanping said this to him: "Boss Han, if you need any help from me, just tell me."
Han Sanping looked around and lowered his voice: "Director Song, I just want to ask you, how can I ensure my election?"
Song Ci looked depressed: "How would I know that! Director Han, do you have any misunderstanding? I have never participated in this kind of award and I don't understand anything."
Han Sanping saw that Song Ci did not look fake, "It was CCTV Director Jiang who asked me to consult you. The economic channel is under the charge of Jiang. There is no reason for him to fool me."
"I'll call him now." Song Ci was a man of action. He took out his cell phone from his suit pocket. Instead of guessing blindly, he decided to ask the person involved directly.
After waiting for about half a minute, the call was finally connected.
"Mr. Song, how come you have time to contact me today?"
"Jiang Tai, Mr. Han from Huaying is here with me..."
Song Ci recounted what had just happened from beginning to end, waiting for Jiang Tao to answer his questions.
"So that's what happened!" Jiang Tao laughed, "Mr. Song, you don't know that the rules for selecting Economic Figure of the Year have been changed this year.
In order to give the public a greater sense of participation, the weight of online votes has been greatly increased. Among all the candidates, the top three online votes can be directly selected.
Mr. Han is also a prominent figure in our publicity system. Since he asked me, I would naturally show him the way.
Isn’t the Internet your private domain, Mr. Song? It will be easy for you to help Mr. Han get into the top three.”
"So that's it!" Jiang Tao explained the reason, and Song Ci understood the whole story.
In the past, when CCTV selected the Economic Figure of the Year, the weight of netizens’ votes was very low, and it was useless to vote, so the public lost interest in participating.
Therefore, this year we have slightly reformed the selection system and made a bold attempt to set aside three places for netizens to decide, which can greatly increase the enthusiasm of netizens to participate.
Anyway, the candidates are all "insiders" who have gone through layers of strict screening. Unless they are named by higher-ups, CCTV doesn't care who is elected.
"Director Song, please help Director Han and ask him to nominate you for the election next year. I have something else to do here, so I won't say more."
After hanging up the phone in a hurry, Song Ci gave a bitter smile. This was all a matter of being forced.
Seeing Song Ci put down the phone next to his ear, Han Sanping couldn't wait: "What did Jiang Tai say?"
"Boss Han, did you know that the top three people voted by netizens will be directly selected?"
"I know!"
"Then why bother to go to such great lengths to find a celebrity in the entertainment industry to canvass votes? It would be easy for you to get into the top three. I don't think anyone in the entertainment industry would dare to deny you face."
Han Sanping shook his head, his face serious: "It would be fine if my friends in the business community helped me promote and canvass votes, but it would not be good to ask celebrities in the entertainment industry to help me directly."
Song Ci nodded: "I didn't think it through. Since Mr. Han and Mr. Jiang have asked, I will handle it later. I will try my best to help you."
"Thank you, Mr. Song!"
Han Sanping is full of expectations. He is 55 years old and is at a critical time point.
Although Huaying has been restructured, the possibility of him being promoted and returning to the propaganda system to take up a leadership position is very low.
But one should always have dreams, just in case they come true. So now he doesn't want to miss any means to increase his weight.
In a corner of the backstage, Cai Yinong, who accompanied Liu Shishi to the premiere, kept his attention on Song Ci.
Seeing that he and Han Sanping were having a good conversation, I couldn't help but have an idea in my mind.
The entire entertainment industry has received the news that Huaying is about to shoot a tribute blockbuster, and it is said that half of the big names in the entertainment industry will participate.
The spiritual connotation of this kind of tribute film is far beyond what can be measured by commercial interests. Even if ordinary actors try their best, Huaying probably won't look down on it.
Since Song Ci knows the chairman of Huaying, the top star might be able to get a good role in the tribute film.
Hu Ge beside him followed Cai Yinong's gaze and said, "Is that the famous Mr. Han San?"
Cai Yinong nodded: "It's him. He must be here for Song Ci."
Hu Ge sighed sincerely: "I didn't have a direct feeling before, but now I see that Mr. Han Sanye, who is at the top of the entertainment industry, is also polite in front of Song Ci. Today I know the power of the business giants."
Cai Yinong showed a smug look on his face: "With the relationship with Shishi, the higher Song Ci's status is, the better it will be for us! Don't be impatient. When Shishi becomes the official Mrs. Song, it will be a chance for us Tangren to develop greatly."
She has been trying hard to win over Liu Shishi, taking great care of Yijie and playing the emotional card, and rarely using the relationship between Yijie and Song Ci to make any demands.
It’s not that she doesn’t want to take advantage of the situation and make the company take off as soon as possible, but the time is not right.
Right now, the careers of the No.1 male and No.1 female star have not yet reached their peak, and there are no other outstanding artists under Tangren, so there is no point in getting resources.
Only when Hu Ge and Liu Shishi have firmly established themselves as the top stars and no longer need Tangren’s resources to support them, but can give back to the company, will that be the golden period for Tangren Film and Television’s expansion.
By that time, both her elder brother and elder sister will be able to take charge of their own affairs, and she should start to think about the issue of succession.
"I know. I will do whatever you say, Sister K. I know what I am doing."
Hu Ge also knows clearly that Liu Shishi is still willing to stay in Tangren Film and Television. On the one hand, it is because of the affection they have accumulated over many years of getting along with each other. On the other hand, Song Ci really doesn't care which company Liu Shishi works in, as long as she is happy.
"There is one more thing." Cai Yinong frowned slightly, "You should comfort Yuan Hong more and do some ideological work. I feel that he has a deep prejudice against me and the company recently."
Hu Ge sighed, knowing exactly what Sister K said. His good brother was indeed very dissatisfied with the company. "I know Lao Yuan has been emotionally unstable recently. I will have a good talk with him."
Cai Yinong nodded slightly, his expression slightly relaxed: "That's good. I will let him play the leading male role in the company's next play "Tianya Zhinu" and give him a chance to play a leading role. As for the female lead, I'm still considering it."
When Hu Ge heard this, a look of relief emerged on his face. He thought that having the opportunity to play the leading male role would help him keep his good brother at bay.
While the two people from Tangren Film and Television were busy discussing major plans, Wang Sicong said goodbye to Song Ci and Han Sanping and slipped directly into the screening room.
On the stage in the hall, the crew of "First Love" are making final preparations for the premiere.
"Director Teng, if a reporter asks me about my box office expectations, I have no idea. What do you think is a suitable answer for me?"
Chen Xiao looked nervous and at a loss. After all, it was his first time attending a movie premiere, and he had to consult the director about things he was unsure about.
Teng Huatao did not answer immediately. After a moment's hesitation, he looked at the heroine and said, "Shishi, how much do you think we should pay?"
Sister Yi is wearing a beige dress today, still looking gentle and pure as usual.
He tilted his head and thought seriously: "I have confidence in the screenwriter and Director Teng, and I have confidence in the quality of the film. I think we can be bolder and expect the box office to be 100 million."
"One hundred million!" Zhao Liying, who was standing nearby, couldn't help but exclaim when she heard the number, then quickly covered her mouth, her eyes full of shock.
Chen Xiao was also secretly amazed and grumbled in his heart, thinking that the heroine was a little too arrogant.
After all, both he and Liu Shishi are newcomers to the big screen and have little box office appeal. He dare not even think about a box office of 100 million yuan.
"Okay! Let's agree on a single statement and set the box office forecast at 100 million."
Teng Huatao was all smiles and full of admiration for Liu Shishi. He liked her confidence.
He is the godfather of youth films and a billion-dollar director. "First Love" is his best youth-themed film. If he says it is lower, it would be embarrassing for him.
"Good!" At this moment, a cheer suddenly interrupted everyone's conversation. Several people looked in the direction of the sound and found that there was an audience member quietly appearing in the audience.
Teng Huatao thought it was an invited audience member or film critic who slipped in. Out of professional rigor, he politely but distantly shouted, "My friend, the premiere has not officially started yet. The crew is rehearsing. Please wait outside."
The visitor waved his hand casually as if he hadn't heard anything, and ignored Teng Huatao's words: "It's okay, you guys line up, I'll just take a look, it's not a problem."
Liu Shishi on the stage looked carefully, and when she saw the face of the person who spoke, she was surprised: "Oh, Simong, you are back home? Why didn't you say hello in advance?"
Upon hearing this, Teng Huatao frowned slightly and said, "Shishi, is this your friend? We are rehearsing right now, please ask him to leave first, and you can catch up after the premiere."
Seeing that Young Master Wang was looked down upon, Liu Shishi smiled and covered her mouth. She introduced him softly, "Director Teng, this man is the young master of Wanda Group. The venue for our premiere was provided by him. I dare not ask him to leave."
When Teng Huatao heard this, a trace of embarrassment flashed across his face, and he smiled awkwardly, "Master, the rehearsal is almost done. Since your friend is here to see you, we can't be rude. Just chat and don't delay the business."
Yijie chuckled, thinking that Director Teng was really flexible in his bottom line. She then walked off the stage and walked lightly to the side of Young Master Wang.
"Si Cong, when did you return home?"
Wang Sicong sat lazily in the middle seat of the first row, with a comfortable posture, and answered nonchalantly: "Just got back last month."
Liu Shishi looked at Master Wang carefully and saw that he looked normal, without any sign of decadence. She couldn't help but tease him, "Oh, Master, have you figured it out? Have you come out of the shadow of a broken heart?"
Wang Sicong's face froze, thinking that Liu Shishi was really talking about something irrelevant. He pouted and muttered, "I've let it go. There are better fish in the sea."
"That's good, so that someone won't commit suicide."
Wang Sicong's face turned red, and he argued unconvincedly: "That's just my temperament!"
He had a girlfriend before, and he was very open and sincere to the girl and cared about her very much. However, he deliberately did not reveal his identity as the eldest son of Wanda Group. As a result, the girl dumped him, which made him sad and depressed for a while.
Later, when he was playing games and chatting with Liu Shishi, he told all the things to Yijie. Liu Shishi saw that Wang Dashao was depressed, so she often counseled him.
Liu Shishi sat down beside him, like a caring elder sister: "That girl is not worth your nostalgia. It would be best if you can figure it out. You are still young, find another suitable one. There are many good girls. Don't hang yourself on a tree."
Wang Sicong rolled his eyes. "You really are not from the same family. The tone and manner you use when you speak are exactly the same as Song Ci's. You are only one year older than me, but you act like you are so mature."
Liu Shishi was smug: "This is what we call a husband and wife look like, understand?"
Young Master Wang looked a little dazed, his eyes dimmed. He used to be extremely envious of Song Ci and Liu Shishi's childhood sweetheart love.
So he also wanted to find a girl who was devoted to him, but unfortunately his first love dumped him for money. It was really ironic.
Seeing that Wang Sicong was absent-minded, Yijie guessed that he was thinking about his ex-girlfriend again, so she changed the subject: "After the premiere, Song Ci and I will treat you to a meal to welcome you."
"Ok! But I won't eat your food for nothing. I've already told my old man that Wanda Cinema will schedule 3% more screenings of your movie in the first three days than before. As for whether you want to keep the schedule from decreasing, it depends on the quality of the movie."
"Thank you!" Liu Shishi looked delighted. Young Master Wang was indeed a good friend.
The first three days before a movie’s release are crucial. If Wanda Cinemas gives 3% more screenings to “First Love,” it can generate tens or even millions more in box office revenue.
Moreover, seeing that Wanda and Southern have both given high screening schedules, other cinema chains may also follow suit and adjust the screening ratio of "First Love".
Young Master Wang said nonchalantly: "It's just a small matter, we are all friends, no need to be polite.
By the way, Senior Sister, are you still playing World of Warcraft? You haven’t logged in for a long time, but I’ve been looking for someone to help you train your account, so you haven’t fallen behind in level and equipment.”
Although he got to know Liu Shishi because of Song Ci, due to the difference in status between him and Song Ci, he felt more comfortable getting along with Liu Shishi.
This Tangren lady has the boldness of a Beijing girl in her bones. She is not at all spoiled and treats people sincerely, making her a perfect friend.
"Let's play! I've been busy filming The Legend of Sword and Fairy III. I'll be able to take a break after the crew finishes filming at the end of the month. I'll look for you to play a dungeon then."
"Okay, I'll introduce a friend to you then."
"Forget it. I have no interest in meeting your rich second-generation friends."
Seeing Liu Shishi's refusal, Wang Sicong quickly explained, "It's a girl, a friend of mine when I was studying in the UK. Her personality is very similar to yours. I think you two will get along well."
(End of this chapter)
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