Ji Li looked at Qin Li who suddenly appeared in the restaurant box and was stunned for a moment.
Cameron personally stood up to greet them, blocking their line of sight. He hugged Qin Li in a friendly manner and said, "Qin, thank you for participating in my movie."
"It's my honor to be involved in a movie directed by Cameron." Qin Li's reply was also very polite.
Cameron took him two steps closer and took the initiative to introduce him, "If nothing goes wrong, this will be your Lu Yao."
Your road shines.
This name with a special meaning fell into Ji Li's ears, making his heart warm.
Qin Li met Ji Li's dazed eyes and curled his lips, "Thank you director for finding a partner for me. I am very satisfied."
Seeing that Ji Li and Yu Fuya were slow to respond, Lan Linta stepped forward to remind them in a gentle voice, "Qin should be one of the most famous male actors in your country? As soon as the role of Wen Qiong appeared, my father wanted to find him to film."
"Qin refused several times, and it took him half a month to finally agree."
She has seen movies starring Qin Li.
In the sci-fi film "The Cage" co-produced by China and the United States four years ago, Qin Li played a mysterious and powerful alien man.
Even though he only appeared in the film for less than half an hour, he received unanimous praise from Western audiences and was named "the most charming Chinese actor" by traditional Western entertainment media.
"Mr. Ji, maybe you should stand up and say hello to Qin? Get to know him?" Cameron said.
Ji Li then realized his gaffe. Just as he was about to stand up, Qin Li, who had rushed over, pressed his shoulders and pushed him back to his seat.
"Director Cameron, Ms. Lanlinta, maybe you don't know that Ji Li and I are very familiar with each other."
"And when I first debuted, Ms. Yu was my agent."
When Yu Fuya heard this, she put on a smug smile, but she was regretting her decision in her heart.
Is it too late for her to reject the script now? But considering Ji Li's "empathetic" nature, can he still resist Qin Li's subtle offensive after the filming of this movie is completed?
Cameron and Lanlinta looked at each other, both looking a little surprised. The latter took the initiative to speak, "Sorry, it seems that we did not do our preparatory work well enough."
"Don't worry about it." Qin Li looked at Ji Li and answered meaningfully, "Doesn't this just mean that both of us are destined to be with this play?"
Ji Li met his gaze, and the surprise in his heart finally turned into indifference. In addition, there is an indescribable sense of joy.
In fact, he originally didn't like to act with old acquaintances repeatedly. After all, it is easy to cause aesthetic fatigue to the audience and it is not conducive to the long-term development of the actor himself.
But after the other actor turned out to be Qin Li, he suddenly felt that it was not so difficult to accept.
Qin Li's plasticity as an actor is undoubtedly very strong. Ji Li has watched the video summaries of the roles he has played since his debut, and he has never made any mistakes or failed in any role.
Therefore, even though he will play Wen Qiong this time, Ji Li firmly believes that Cameron's vision in selecting actors is perfect.
To be honest, instead of starring in a gay film with other male actors I don’t know or am not familiar with, it would be better to partner directly with Qin Li.
After all, if he remembered correctly, there was a scene in the movie where Wen Qiong took off her clothes and showed off her figure...
When Ji Li thought of this, his eyes unconsciously swept towards Qin Li's abdomen.
If you think this way, it seems that not only have you not lost anything, but you have also made a profit?
Cameron is a director after all, and there is a sharp gaze hidden under his seemingly gentle eyes. He immediately noticed the undercurrent between the two.
Ji Li's slight gaze at this moment directly carried with it the ambiguous atmosphere of their 'first meeting at the bar'.
Excellent!
Cameron made the decision in his mind on the spot.
Soon, the messenger brought up a series of meals that Cameron had ordered earlier.
"Everyone is here, let's eat and chat."
Cameron snapped his fingers at the waiter, and said with a hint of excitement, "Bring out the good wine I left with you. I want to treat the two leading men in my mind well."
The waiter is a fan of Cameron.
When she heard this, she couldn't help but take a quick look at Qin Li and Ji Li. When I saw that they were two Chinese faces, my anticipation was suddenly aroused.
"Yes, Mr. Cameron."
The waiter responded quickly and turned around to do his work.
Soon, the wine was served.
Because the two protagonists had known each other for a long time, the group saved a lot of effort on politeness, and the atmosphere was quite harmonious as they ate and talked.
"Director Cameron, can I get the complete version of the script after signing the filming contract?" Ji Li still couldn't suppress his curiosity.
He really wanted to know what happened to Wen Qiong and Lu Yao after the car accident?
"The complete script? Ji, I can only say sorry to you first." Cameron did not hide his intention, "Because this drama focuses on emotional portrayal, I plan to shoot according to the plot of the script."
In order to save time and money, many crews will shoot the scenes in the same setting together.
For example, if a bar scene appears repeatedly in the script, the crew will focus on shooting it directly during filming.
But from what Cameron said now, this movie was shot completely according to the plot development of the script? That is the normal time sequence.
"So, I will send the final script to both of you separately." Cameron kept it a secret.
In fact, Cameron's directing philosophy is somewhat similar to Gilligan's acting philosophy.
The actor is the role itself.
If an actor wants to perform well, he must become the character himself.
He thought that Ji Li was right to be so anxious about the script.
Ji Li at this moment is like Lu Yao who just had a car accident and doesn’t know what will happen in the future.
"Mr. Ji, don't worry. The content of the subsequent scripts is definitely guaranteed." Lan Linta glanced at her father and assured him seriously, "We won't ruin the reputation of our own director."
Ji Li could see that Cameron was determined to create suspense, so he had no choice but to temporarily suppress his curiosity.
He sighed lightly, comforting himself—
Forget it.
Anyway, he has accepted the script, and he will know the real ending in about three months.
Qin Li observed Ji Li's expression without leaving any trace. Knowing that he was stuck in the plot, he simply changed the subject, "Where do you and Sister Yu live?"
Ji Li replied, "It's at the nearby Shengde Hotel."
"Then I'll take you for a walk around the area after dinner to help you digest the food?" Qin Li suggested.
In an instant, Yu Fuya's gaze with murderous intent pierced over.
Before she could say no, Cameron on the other side smiled and responded, "Is this your first time in this city, Ji? You can ask Qin to take you around."
"There is also a scene in the script where the two protagonists walk hand in hand. You can build up that feeling in advance." As a director, Cameron's everything is based on the original intention of the characters.
He believes that as long as an actor accepts his script, he should be ready to become the "character" itself at any time.
Use work tasks as a serious excuse.
Of course, Yu Fuya couldn't reject Qin Li's proposal in front of Director Cameron, so she had to hold back her anger and wait for her artist's answer.
Ji Li vaguely sensed that Cameron's views on acting and the role were consistent with his own, and he couldn't help but curl his lips.
He looked at Qin Li and agreed without thinking, "Okay."
As soon as these two words came out, the only remaining flame in Yu Fuya's heart was extinguished.
Okay.
The kid was deceived.
I still took the initiative to follow others.
The curve of Qin Li's lips rose a little more, "Sister Yu, do you need us to take you back to the hotel first?"
"No need, I'm familiar with this area." Yu Fuya glanced at Ji Li worriedly, and then secretly gave Qin Li a warning look -
Bring him back to me safe and sound!
Yu Fuya knew very well that Ji Li was, after all, just an artist working for her.
When it comes to routine things regarding making friends, as long as they are not bad friends that could seriously affect his career, she has no right to interfere.
To put it another way, Qin Li is much more reliable than the average man.
The two of them will have to work together on the filming next, so she can't be too forceful in this regard.
Qin Li uttered a low laugh, which was considered as his agreement.
"Oh, by the way, I have one more thing to tell you. We have kept this movie secret throughout the filming, and we have no initial plans to release it in China, so I hope you two leading actors won't reveal too much on social media for the time being."
"Of course, please rest assured."
Qin Li and Ji Li answered in unison, and they understood each other so well that they seemed like they were the same person.
Cameron laughed again when he saw this scene. "You two are really a perfect match."
I don't know if this refers to the characters in the play or to themselves.
Ji Li was a little subtle and restrained himself from looking at Qin Li.
Another half an hour passed before the party came to an end.
After Cameron and others left, Qin Li took Ji Li and walked slowly around.
The night wind at the end of September blowing on my face was already a little chilly.
But it just blew away the heat from the alcohol, and Ji Li felt a little relieved. "It's better to be abroad. I don't have to worry about being recognized."
If he were in China, he would not be able to go out casually, let alone walk on the street with Qin Li, who is at the level of an actor, like he is now.
There are still certain barriers between the entertainment circles of different countries, and Chinese stars are mostly unfamiliar faces to foreigners.
Of course, it has never been easy to go abroad and become an international movie star.
"Brother Li, why did you take this movie?"
"The film I was planning to shoot was postponed. I conservatively estimated that there would be a gap of more than four months. Director Cameron happened to invite me to come again..."
Qin Li paused for a few seconds and told the truth, "Because of the director, the crew, and the script itself."
For an actor of his status as a movie star, the profit-driven entertainment industry will only require him to move up the ladder, and it is impossible for him to just find a random movie to make do with.
After hearing what he said, Ji Li nodded calmly.
With the right free time, an excellent film director and a strong production team, the choice became a natural thing.
"And you?"
"I heard from Sister Yu that it was Director Adolf who recommended me. She got the contact information of the director's team and helped me negotiate the audition opportunity."
Ji Li thought about the experience tonight and still felt a little strange. "I thought the audition was a tough battle, but I didn't expect Director Cameron's casting method to be so unique. I didn't expect..."
A glimmer of light flashed in his eyes and he looked at Qin Li.
The advertising lights above were scattered, covering Qin Li's superior figure.
When they looked at each other, there seemed to be a hint of "deep affection" in the man's focused eyes, which was enough to make people's heart move.
"I never expected that it would be you again." Ji Li sighed.
Since his debut, he has appeared in three movies, one film, one commercial, and one promotional film…
Among so many video works that require "emotion" to evolve, he and Qin Li had only two brief encounters.
But every time, it is always remembered.
Whether it is Song Zhao, who is innocent to death, or Xie Yan, who is overly loving and hateful, as the acting goes on, it seems as if he and his opposite Qin Li have been entangled for two lifetimes.
And now, they are about to step into new roles and have new emotional intertwines.
Qin Li paused and asked, "Is it my fault?"
"Very good." Ji Li stopped and answered without any resistance or hesitation, "I have long wanted to watch a complete movie with you."
This idea took root in his heart from the moment he saw "The Awakener".
Quietly sprout and quietly bloom.
"Qin Li, it's a pleasure to work with you."
The tension in Qin Li's heart suddenly relaxed. He leaned down slightly, shortening the distance between the two of them, and smiled as never before.
"Me too, it's a pleasure to work with you."
Ji Li was dazzled by the overly magnified handsome face and unconsciously took a half step back.
He had no time to care about the redness on his ears, and said casually, "...It's a bit cold."
It's clearly quite hot.
"Come with me. Take the small path and go back to your hotel."
Qin Li tried his best to suppress his smile and answered seriously, "It's a little cold, don't have a fever."
“…”
Ji Li was stunned, feeling that something was not right about the second half of the sentence.
He coughed twice and walked forward pretending to be calm, but before he could take two steps, his wrist was suddenly grabbed by Qin Li.
Ji Li lowered his eyes and saw that his wrist, which was considered slender, was now wrapped in the other party's broad palm.
Tight force, with the warmth of the palm.
"Brother Li?" Ji Li was confused.
"Don't go the wrong way, this way." Qin Li turned the young man who almost went the wrong way back and led him into a small path on the side.
Ji Li didn't expect that he was confused again and was unable to respond for a while.
However, he soon learned his lesson and followed Qin Li wherever he went.
Being in a foreign country, he was a bit directionally challenged, so he decided not to wander around on his own initiative.
"I'm going to be filming overseas soon, what are you going to do, Xuebing?"
Ji Li couldn't help but frown. This was indeed a problem.
When I was filming in the country in the past, I brought Xue Bing with me and it was easier to take care of him.
If it were to go abroad, a kitten like Xuebing might not be able to withstand the long flight. If it had a stress reaction, it would be bad.
"I can find a reliable employee in the company to help me, or find a responsible pet boarding company..."
Ji Li said this, still a little undecided.
Just as he was thinking about it, he heard Qin Li ask, "Why don't you bring him here with the Major General? Leave him in Qi An's care."
Although Qi An is his nominal agent, he is also the controller of Lixing Culture. When Qin Li was busy filming abroad in the past, the company and the major general were usually left to him.
"Is it okay?" Ji Li's eyes lit up.
He trusted Qi Anhe, the major general, and their dog.
"Of course, the Major General and Xue Bing get along well anyway." Qin Li looked at Ji Li and added with a smile, "Don't worry, the Major General will take good care of Xue Bing."
Ji Li recalled the time when the Major General came to look for Snow Cake and chuckled twice, "Okay."
…
Qin Li brought Ji Li back to the Shengde Hotel and only turned and left after confirming that the other party had arrived at the room safely.
He has a fixed residence here, which is just over 20 minutes away from the hotel.
Qin Li drank some wine at the table and decided not to go back to the restaurant's parking lot. He just hailed a taxi and went home.
Not long after he got in the car, his cell phone vibrated. It was a voice call from Qi An.
"Hello?"
"I guess you should have met Director Cameron by now, right?" Qi An paused and tentatively raised the focus of this topic, "The other actor, is it Ji Li?"
When Qin Li heard the young man's name, his lips curled up unconsciously, "It's him."
Qi An hummed in a low voice, "Finally all your troublesome arrangements paid off. You went through so much trouble to get the script to him."
Qin Li agreed with this statement, although it was a bit exaggerated.
He had received an invitation to act in a movie directed by Cameron a long time ago, but he was thinking about the next filming project of Oak Star and declined it several times due to time constraints.
Some time ago, a film project that was originally scheduled to start shooting in the second half of the year encountered some problems and needed to be postponed, and it happened that Cameron's team invited him again.
After Qin Li received the script, he thought about it for a long time before deciding to accept the invitation.
He accidentally heard that the other protagonist of the movie had not been decided yet, and an uncontrollable idea popped into his mind.
Qin Li admitted that at that moment his heart was filled with selfish desires, and he wanted to have more interactions with Ji Li.
So, Qin Li found an opportunity to chat with Adolf about his recent situation and mentioned that Cameron was preparing for a new movie.
The latter two are both excellent leaders in their respective industries and have a history of friendship with each other.
Qin Li, through Adolf, let Cameron know about the actor Ji Li, and also let Yu Fuya know about the script...
Everything happened naturally.
When Qin Li first read the script of "Long Island Iced Tea", he liked the tug-of-war and redemption between the two protagonists.
He did not openly state who his co-star must be, but he made a huge bet in his heart.
I wonder if Ji Li will have the same urge to interpret the script after seeing it. No matter actors or lovers, what they pursue throughout their lives is nothing more than a compatible soul.
Qin Li secretly gave the right to choose his destiny to Ji Li.
During this period, he did not deliberately inquire about the other party's schedule, but signed a filming contract with Cameron first, quietly waiting for the other leading actor to appear.
Tonight, the moment he pushed open the door of the box, Qin Li felt his heart beating like a war drum. Fortunately, he won the bet at the beginning.
Just as he expected, Ji Li liked the story of Wen Qiong and Lu Yao.
Qi An spoke up, interrupting his thoughts, "Qin Li?"
"Um."
"Have you ever thought about what would happen if Ji Li was still indifferent to your feelings after the film was finished? Or, what if he deliberately avoided you in order to get out of the role?"
The questions on the phone sounded sharp and hurtful.
But Qi An quickly patched it up, "Of course, no one doubts your charm, but no one can be sure about love."
"I see."
Qin Li looked at the light and shadows rapidly receding outside the car window, and he already had an idea in his mind.
He had never intended to force it from the beginning. Even if Ji Li still gave him the most powerless answer in the end, at least they both had gone through the experience of the characters in the movie.
"I've known you for so many years, and you either don't do it, or you do it so deeply." Qi An said.
Qin Li did not deny it and said, "Okay, it's getting late here, I'll hang up first."
"Qi An, please take care of the company's affairs. Come to me if you have any problems."
"good."
…
The preparations for director Cameron's film were made early on.
The work speed abroad has always been fast. After the two protagonists were confirmed, the crew scheduled the shooting time for 20 days later.
Because of the confidentiality agreement, Chaoying Company has always claimed that Ji Li is still on vacation.
Although the fans found it difficult, they still respected Ji Li's choice.
However, Ji Li has been posting on Weibo more frequently than ever before recently, and his fans are happy about this and unanimously support him in staying home for the vacation.
After all, once Jilizizi is busy filming a TV series, he will have no time to take care of Weibo. It is really great to see fresh selfies and interesting sharing every day.
During this period, apart from posting on Weibo, Ji Li was also discussing the script with Qin Li through video calls.
Since they were going to act and shoot together, it was natural for them to have more private communication.
Cameron's film was shot in a purely foreign language environment. Fortunately, both of them were able to speak the same language, so there was no difficulty in communicating the lines in a foreign language.
It takes time to process a visa, so Ji Li arrived in Iceland the day before the shooting.
The capital Reykjavik in October has a soft brightness, and the earth and the sky are connected into a twilight, giving people an indescribable sense of magnificence.
After resting for half a day, Ji Li went directly to the shooting site.
Cameron rented a small local bar, and the environment inside was particularly warm and romantic.
The extras were all temporary drinkers. Foreigners were always open-minded, and when they heard that there might be free movie shots to be had, they immediately agreed happily.
Cameron, who was directing the filming equipment, saw Ji Li and walked over to greet him, "Ji, welcome to officially join our film."
"Thank you Director Cameron, I will try my best." Ji Li replied with a smile.
Cameron continued, "Qin came earlier than you and is already putting on makeup. You can go get ready too."
"We won't rush the progress on the first day. We'll take some solo and couple makeup photos first, so you can get a feel for each other. If you feel OK, we can prepare for the shoot at any time."
Ji Li nodded to show that he understood.
As soon as the conversation between the two men came to an end, there was a burst of exclamations from the box behind the bar, including some ambiguous and appreciative whistles.
Ji Li immediately looked towards the source of the cheers, and the moment his eyes fell on Qin Li's new look, his eyes lit up instantly.
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#The two’s official collaboration, Action! (The next Li Ge is the shameless Li Ge, the soon-to-be 'capable' Li Ge!)
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