"Prosperous Films? This company is quite well-known in the industry. They mainly promote streaming platforms, but they also operate their own media companies and participate in film and television investment."
What about the situation inside the company?
Chen Xiang thought about it carefully for a while: "Fansheng is one of the four major streaming platforms in China and has a certain status in the industry. It is said that the CEO of Fansheng has a messy private life and keeps many illegitimate children outside. I imagine the relationship must be quite tense."
Bai Qianmo was silent for a while: "I need a detailed document from Fan Sheng. I'll give you two days to compile it."
"clear."
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Zhou Hongwei led Bai Xiruo to wait in an office.
Zhou Hongwei looked Bai Xiruo up and down, a look of satisfaction in his eyes.
"This Cao Jie is the third son of Chairman Cao and also the producer of 'Seven Deadly Sins'. As long as you can get his approval, you'll be halfway to winning the role of the female lead in 'Seven Deadly Sins'."
Bai Xiruo responded calmly, a hint of disdain flashing in her eyes.
She really didn't care about an illegitimate child.
I took out my powder compact from my bag and quickly touched up my makeup.
Just then, footsteps came from the doorway. Bai Xiruo immediately put the powder compact back into her bag and looked up at the door.
The door was pushed open, and a man in his thirties walked in. He was fairly handsome, wearing a sharp gray suit, and had a slender and tall figure. As he walked in, he had the air of a wealthy young master.
"Young Master Cao." Zhou Hongwei immediately stood up to greet him.
Cao Jie shook hands with Zhou Hongwei and smiled politely: "How have you been, Mr. Zhou?"
"The same as always, not as good as you, Mr. Cao. I remember when I saw you three years ago, you had just returned from studying in the United States. In the three years since, you have become Chairman Cao's right-hand man. You are truly a young talent."
Cao Jie smiled, but his gaze was fixed on Bai Xiruo.
Seeing this, Zhou Hongwei quickly stepped aside and introduced Cao Jie: "This is Bai Xiruo, a very promising newcomer from our Jiashang Media."
Cao Jie stared at Bai Xiruo for a while, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes, and chuckled: "A girl as beautiful as Miss Bai is hard to forget after just one meeting."
Zhou Hongwei raised an eyebrow and said with delight, "So, Mr. Cao knows my Xi Ruo?"
Bai Xiruo's gaze fell on Cao Jie, but she really didn't remember ever seeing him before.
Cao Jie laughed and said, "I just sat at the same table with Ms. Bai at the Weibo Night event. Ms. Bai may not remember."
Bai Xiruo gave an apologetic smile: "I'm sorry, Mr. Cao, there were too many people at the time, and I don't think I remember you very well."
Cao Jie smiled, his gaze fixed on Bai Xiruo: "Miss Bai, that day you were like a dazzling star, exceptionally bright. So many people's eyes were on you, it's normal that you don't remember me."
Bai Xiruo had always lived under the spotlight and was used to seeing men like Cao Jie. Although she felt a little smug inside, she remained calm and composed on the surface.
"Mr. Cao, I heard that Director Xu's 'Seven Deadly Sins' is about to start filming. Has the female lead been cast yet?"
Cao Jie had already guessed Zhou Hongwei's purpose before entering the room, so he didn't answer the question directly, but just smiled faintly.
"Miss Bai, you must be tired from standing in high heels. Let's sit down and talk first."
Bai Xiruo smiled and said, "Young Master Cao is so thoughtful. Being your girlfriend must be very happy."
"Miss Bai is too kind. I've been busy with my career these past few years and haven't settled down on my personal life yet. Please have a seat."
The three of them walked to the reception area and sat down. Cao Jie sat on a single sofa on one side, his long, narrow phoenix eyes staring intently at Bai Xiruo.
Zhou Hongwei saw the blatant desire in Cao Jie's eyes as he looked at a woman and thought to himself, "If Cao Jie has taken a liking to Xi Ruo, then everything will be much easier."
"Mr. Cao, what do you think of that matter I just mentioned?"
Cao Jie blinked, withdrew his burning gaze, and looked at Zhou Hongwei.
"To be honest, Director Xu always personally oversees the casting process for his films. The company sent two actresses, but both were rejected by Director Xu. Whether they are ultimately selected depends entirely on his decision."
"You are both an investor and the producer of this show, so you should have a certain amount of say, right?"
"To be honest, the reason I came to see you today is actually for the female lead role in this drama. Currently, Xi Ruo has a drama called 'The Phoenix's Journey,' a big IP that has already been scheduled for prime time on a top-tier TV station during the Spring Festival. Xi Ruo will play the female lead, and the male lead will be the award-winning actor Du Muchen. Once it airs, Xi Ruo will definitely attract a lot of attention. If she can join 'Seven Deadly Sins,' it will be a powerful collaboration. Moreover, Xi Ruo values this opportunity to work with Fansheng very much. Mr. Cao, could you perhaps help me smooth things over with Director Xu?"
Cao Jie nestled lazily in the leather sofa, his long legs crossed, his slender phoenix eyes slightly narrowed.
"Miss Bai really wants to play this role?"
A glimmer of hope appeared on Bai Xiruo's pure face: "Yes, I read Mr. Banshan's description of this drama. The content is very impressive. If I can act in it, I have no requirements regarding the salary. I just hope to play the role of the female lead."
Cao Jie stared intently into Bai Xiruo's eyes: "To be honest, many actresses have already contacted us. Two top actresses are willing to act for free. Miss Bai, you need to show your sincerity."
Bai Xiruo's heart skipped a beat. Sensing the implication in Cao Jie's words, she unconsciously clenched her hands in front of her.
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