Just as Fang Yang was replying to the text messages, two messages caught his attention. One was from Xinjiang. Although the phone number was unfamiliar, the content reminded Fang Yang of his good roommate from college, Mu Qi. Back then, Mu Qi insisted on going to Xinjiang to support the border region. After leaving, he lost contact with Mu Qi and even canceled his phone number, which Zhao Liang couldn't find. Now, Mu Qi had finally reappeared.
"Brother, I'm so proud to see you on TV. There's no internet here, and the phone signal is bad, sometimes there and sometimes not. We can only receive a limited number of TV channels. I'm so glad to finally see your news today. Happy New Year in advance! I'm doing well here. If you ever come to Hoh Xil, give me a call, and I'll treat you to a whole lamb and cheese wine."
Upon seeing this message, Fang Yang almost burst into tears. He never expected that his brother, who had disappeared for a year and a half, would run off to such a remote place, the place closest to heaven and also the farthest from heaven. It was heaven, it was hell, and it was also a sacred place that proved life and faith!
Some describe Hoh Xil as a place where the wind blows farther than the distance itself, and where there are no humans, only snowflakes tonight! There are too many legends about Hoh Xil; those who like it exclaim to the heavens, while those who live there know it is a forbidden zone for life. Fang Yang has never been there, but he knows that conditions there are harsh. Since his brother wants to stay there permanently, perhaps he can send some supplies there often, not for any other reason than to make his brother's life less difficult.
But that won't do now. The roads over there are all blocked. Tonight, there are truly no humans, only snowflakes! The sky is filled with heavy snow. All signs of life, in the face of nature's might, are like snowflakes, disappearing without a trace as soon as they touch the ground.
"Brother, you finally contacted us. Once the weather gets better, I'll have Zhao Liang contact you and send you the urgently needed supplies. Don't refuse; even if you don't need them, the people around you will. I'm going abroad to film a movie after the New Year and probably won't be back until August. We'll have a drink then."
Fang Yang sent the message without making a phone call. He didn't want his brother to have to search for a place because of the poor signal. Besides, it was freezing cold, and there was a risk of an accident if he went out. Fang Yang didn't want his brother to suffer because of a phone call.
Another piece of information that surprised Fang Yang was that this place wasn't a remote or impoverished area, and the phone number hadn't been changed, but it was often impossible to get through by phone.
Muqi at least put his knowledge to practical use, becoming a music teacher in a remote area. But this Zheng Haiqing brother completely threw his learning into the trash heap. He returned to his hometown, a fishing village near the ends of the earth, and became a fisherman, often going out to sea to fish with his family's fishing boat. If you want to go out to sea to fish, you should at least go to an ocean university. The problem is that this guy insisted on going to a music academy, claiming that he could sing freely on the vast sea and roam the coast!
"Brother, I haven't heard from you for a year and a half. Have you found the mermaid who once captivated you?"
Where there is a sea, there are always legends of mermaids. In the legend, the daughter of the Dragon King is a fairy that every fisherman dreams of marrying. Zheng Haiqing is no exception. He has been dreaming for more than ten years, saying that one day he will cast his net and catch a mermaid of unparalleled beauty, and then live a wonderful life with his wife, children and a warm bed!
"Oh dear, stop talking. I've caught all sorts of fish, but I've never seen a mermaid. Now I realize that every woman you love is a mermaid in your heart. Legends may be ethereal, but they're everywhere in reality. You have to believe in science."
Fang Yang chuckled. This fellow had become a philosopher, spouting nothing but philosophical pronouncements. Weren't fishermen supposed to be poets? "Where the water ripples, a vast paradise unfolds. Leaning against a tree, I listen to fish leaping, butterflies dancing among the flowers. Nature's feast, rarely seen in the world. The fishing village paths are fragrant with flowers, a place to leisurely while away the time."
However, whether he is a poet or a philosopher, Fang Yang knows that making a living at sea is not easy these days. Just like last year when Fang Yang went fishing at sea, he spent tens of thousands of yuan, but only caught a few thousand yuan worth of fish. Not only did he not catch any rare fish, but the quantity was also not very large. It can be seen that the fish resources in the near sea have been decreasing in recent years, and fishermen are having a hard time.
However, Zheng Haiqing is located near the high seas and backed by one of the four major fishing grounds in China, so his life must not be too bad. Otherwise, his family would not have bought a large deep-sea fishing boat, which can earn hundreds of thousands of yuan per trip, much better than most people.
"I don't know if it's scientific or not, but I can hear someone's overwhelming happiness. Tell me your story of encountering a mermaid!"
"Oh my, Mr. Fang, I suspect you have clairvoyance, that you can see to the ends of the earth."
Zheng Haiqing laughed exaggeratedly, "Come to my place sometime when you have time. I may not have much else, but I guarantee you'll eat your fill of seafood. You have wine, and I have stories to tell. Let's have a drink and talk late into the night."
Zheng Haiqing did not have a detailed conversation with Fang Yang, but instead extended an invitation. Perhaps knowing that Fang Yang was not in a position to have a long talk at this time, he ended the communication after exchanging only a few words.
After finishing his chat with his two good brothers, Fang Yang was in a great mood. He quickly replied to a few New Year's greetings text messages and then turned his attention back to the TV. At that moment, a five-member celebrity group was singing a very famous song called "Song of the Sea." The song was cheerful and bright, full of longing for life, which was very appropriate for the Spring Festival Gala.
Fang Yang even saw Zhang Ze. Although he had gradually withdrawn from the music scene, his profound skills prevented him from completely leaving. However, due to a lack of good songs, he could only go further and further in the film industry, truly realizing the path of "from singer to actor". He has instead paved a wider path in the film industry, only one step away from becoming a Best Actor. He has been nominated for Best Actor three times but has failed to win!
Watching Zhang Ze sing calmly on stage, Fang Yang was also tempted. Zhang Ze's acting skills were absolutely superb, and he was tall and handsome with a remarkable track record in action films. He would definitely be a perfect fit to play the lead role in "Operation Red Sea." Moreover, Zhang Ze's personality was highly regarded in the industry. His smooth talk, which made him easy to talk to, had a large following not only in the industry but also among movie fans. The reason he didn't win the Best Actor award was simply bad luck, hampered by the script. No matter how well you act, a script without profound meaning won't move the judges!
"It's just that their prices are too high," Fang Yang frowned. "Operation Red Sea" is a 3D production, which is inherently expensive. In addition, in order to highlight the film's effects, the investment in special effects will not be low. Plus, there's the consumption of bullets. These are all major expenses, so it's certain that the actors won't be paid too much. Someone like Liu Hua, whose salary is often over 100 million, is definitely not in Fang Yang's consideration.
Fang Yang wondered if Zhang Ze would lower his salary to join. If not, he would have to consider other people. Despite their two previous meetings, Fang Yang couldn't be sure of Zhang Ze's intentions. Moreover, Emperor Entertainment Group behind him was difficult to deal with. He decided to try anything, even if it seemed hopeless. He would contact Zhang Ze later to see if they could discuss it. Before he even spoke, everything was uncertain. What if it worked out?
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