Pei Zhi had just left, and Hu Shi was about to continue filming, when suddenly someone arrived.
Wang Ge immediately tugged at Hu Shi, "President Chi is here, let's go over and say hello."
When Hu Shi saw Chi Xiuwen in the crowd, his expression became somewhat complicated.
Hu Shih really couldn't say whether Chi Xiuwen's good fortune or bad luck was the reason.
If Chi Xiuwen had arrived just one minute earlier, he would have been able to see Pei Zhi.
As it turned out, it was just a coincidence.
Pei Zhi left, and then Chi Xiuwen arrived.
After leaving the entertainment industry, Chi Xiuwen remained silent for a long time.
Chi Xiuwen went out to enrich himself and also took a few years to clear his mind.
When Chi Hsiu-wen was in the entertainment industry, he already had shares in a talent agency, so naturally, he became a behind-the-scenes figure.
Chi Xiuwen has successful experience, insightful vision, and a wide network of connections.
The magazine that Hu Shih photographed today is published by Chi Hsiu-wen.
Only popular celebrities can receive magazine photo shoot invitations.
Hu Shih stepped forward and shook hands with Chi Xiuwen to greet him.
After exchanging greetings, Chi Xiuwen asked, "How did the filming go?"
Hu Shi coughed awkwardly twice, using his agent's excuse, "I didn't rest well yesterday, and I just couldn't get into the zone."
Chi Xiuwen said understandingly, "It's alright, today is a reshoot, we'll take our time."
Hu Shih nodded and volunteered, "If you're free, I'd like to treat you to a meal after we finish filming."
Chi Xiuwen smiled and shook his head, "No, I was just passing by. I heard you were here, so I came to say hello. I have a meeting later."
Hu Shi sighed regretfully, not for him, but for Chi Xiuwen.
Chi Xiuwen had no idea what he had missed.
Hu Shi had already given Chi Xiuwen a chance, but Chi Xiuwen didn't accept it, and Hu Shi couldn't force him.
Hu Shi said regretfully, "That's a real shame. We'll have to do it next time."
Chi Xiuwen noticed that Hu Shi was acting strangely today, but he didn't think much of it.
After greeting Hu Shi, Chi Xiuwen left with his entourage.
Brother Wang suddenly moved closer to Hu Shi and said, "It's strange, but President Chi is known in the industry for not liking to socialize."
Why is it that I treat you differently?
If he hadn't been by Hu Shih's side every day, he would have thought that Hu Shih and Chi Hsiu-wen were having an affair.
Hu Shih gently blew a breath, "Of course it's me, I'm different from everyone else."
The agent looked Hu Shi up and down, but couldn't figure out what made him so special in the entertainment industry. At most, he was just a little thick-skinned and lucky.
Speaking of which, the agent suddenly remembered something.
Do you remember Director Zhang, whom we've worked with before?
Hu Shi asked, "What's wrong?"
"Director Zhang is currently directing a film, but it's a bit niche. He'd like you to help him get in touch with Mr. Xie and discuss a collaboration."
Hu Shi hesitated for a moment, "If we're short of money, how about I help Director Zhang get other investments?"
Hu Shih won his first Best Actor award for playing the lead role in a film directed by Zhang.
For this reason, Hu Shih always wanted to help.
Brother Wang shook his head: "It's not about the money."
"Director Zhang is worried that the film will be unpopular, and even if it is released, theaters will not allow it to be filmed. Seventy percent of the theater chains in the country belong to the Xie family."
"If Mr. Xie invests, no matter how much, are you worried about not getting screen time?"
"When the time comes, whether it's the film's release or passing censorship, with Mr. Xie's name on the table, no one will dare to disrespect him."
Hu Shi scratched his head. "I don't know where General Manager Xie is. I can't contact him right now."
Brother Wang patted his chest. "Director Zhang has already found out. Tonight, President Xie has a private dinner party. Ask him if it's convenient for him to go."
Hu Shi was still somewhat embarrassed. Having a meal with Xie Cinian was not a problem.
After all, he and Xie Cinian were related by marriage.
Over the years, Xie Ci Nian has also provided a lot of assistance to Hu Shi.
The problem is, Hu Shi is wondering whether he should bring Pei Zhi along.
Hu Shih suggested that they discover for themselves that Pei Zhi had returned.
But Hu Shih didn't want to, so he took the initiative to bring Pei Zhi to meet them.
Hu Shi thought for a moment and then declined, saying, "Maybe next time, maybe next time."
"What's wrong? Did you and President Xie have a falling out?"
Hu Shi looked at his agent with a strange expression. "What you're saying sounds really off."
Could the phrase "had a falling out" be used to describe his relationship with Xie Cinian?
"Aren't people in the industry saying that there's something going on between you and President Xie?"
Hu Shi looked at his agent with an inexplicable expression: "?"
"Otherwise, why would President Xie have given you so many resources over the years?"
"Mr. Xie has invested in every single one of your movies, no matter how much it costs."
Hu Shih puffed out his chest. "That's because he thought my films were profitable, so he invested in them, okay?"
"Not all of them made money, right? You've just started making movies, how many have already lost money?"
"Everyone in the industry calls you box office poison. Even Mr. Xie's efforts to get screenings in his own cinemas couldn't save you."
"If it weren't for Mr. Chi introducing you to good scripts later, you would still be stuck with the reputation of being a box office poison."
Hu Shih clasped his hands together, signaling to his agent to stop talking.
Hu Shi said firmly, "Anyway, this period of time is not an option. I must treat everyone equally and not allow them to take shortcuts."
Anyway, he kept Pei Zhi by his side every day, as if he were protecting Pei Zhi and preventing her from leaving again.
But whoever discovers Pei Zhi's return first will be credited with it.
Brother Wang didn't understand what Hu Shi was talking about, and seeing how resistant Hu Shi was, he didn't force him.
After finishing a morning's work, we all went out for lunch together.
Hu Shih's identity was cleared up, and he had lunch at a high-end Chinese restaurant at noon.
Hu Shi, as an artist, needs to control her weight, while Pei Zhi thinks everything looks delicious.
Of all the dishes on the table, Pei Zhi ate the most.
"You keep eating, I'm going out for a smoke."
Seeing Pei Zhi eating so heartily, Hu Shi couldn't help but salivate.
But this table was full of meat dishes, and the calories were probably very high. Hu Shi could only go out for a smoke to relieve his appetite.
Pei Zhi nodded, and Hu Shi pushed open the door to the private room. Suddenly, Pei Zhi called out.
"This sauce is out. Can you ask the waiter to refill it?"
Pei Zhi saw that Hu Shi was about to leave, so she spoke a little loudly.
Hu Shih turned his head and casually replied, "I don't know if you've just gotten older or your appetite has increased over the years, how come you can eat so much?"
As soon as Hu Shi finished speaking, he suddenly noticed that Pei Zhi's face stiffened for a moment.
Pei Zhi held her chopsticks, but her eyes were looking behind him.
Hu Shi seemed to sense something, turned around, and sure enough, saw someone dressed in a suit and tie.
The heavy weight that had been hanging over Hu Shi's heart was finally lifted.
Hu Shi knew this would happen, but it came sooner than he expected.
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