Chapter 13
"Didn't we agree on this at the beginning? Let me watch the live broadcast? When something happened to the actor, how can I be in the mood to watch the live broadcast!"
"Okay, I got it!"
Director Zhang frowned and hung up the phone. Bai Sufang glared at him. Director Zhang walked over and held out his hand to Zhou Li: "Sorry, something went wrong at work. I'm late." Seeing that the dishes were all served, he let go and said, "Let's eat."
After sitting down, Director Zhang toasted Zhou Li, thanking her for helping to treat Lan Lan. Zhou Li accepted the toast with a smile.
After drinking a glass, Director Zhang's expression was obviously relaxed, but still a little depressed. He looked at his phone from time to time. There was not much talking at the table. It was Bai Sufang who was communicating with Zhou Li.
Zhou Li was also looking at his phone.
Today is the day Zhou Xi holds a press conference, and Zhou Li also wants to know what Zhou Xi will say.
Originally, Zhou Li wanted to say hello to Director Zhang and his wife and go watch the live broadcast first, but unexpectedly, they were in sync. When the time came, Director Zhang took the initiative to open the live broadcast on his mobile phone and projected the screen onto the TV in the club.
On TV, Zhou Xi's face was covered in bruises that couldn't be concealed even with powder. He bowed to the crowd with a haggard expression, saying, "I'm very sorry for the negative impact I've caused in society these days, and I'm also very sorry for taking up everyone's public resources. First, as a father, I want to apologize to my children for leaving a bad impression on them. Next, I want to apologize to my fans for my mistakes and for disappointing you."
Zhou Xi said with a mature expression, "I met Li Hongqing seven years ago. Back then, she had just debuted and was a very shy girl. On set, she was scolded by the director many times because she was unfamiliar with the filming process. Seeing her reminded me of when I first debuted, I was also very cautious. So I gave her some advice a few times, and over time, we became familiar with each other."
"But at that time, I was just a senior guiding a newcomer. But the more I interacted with her, the more I appreciated her, and eventually I lost control and crossed the line."
"I regret not holding on to my bottom line,"
"I'd also like to apologize to my ex-wife, Wang Shan, for tolerating me so much. I also want to apologize to Chunshui, who was dragged into this innocently."
"I'm sorry that I chose to remain silent when I should have clarified the facts. In order to protect Li Hongqing, I caused you to be cyberbullied."
Zhou Xi lowered his eyes. "For the past seven years, we have been entangled. We have let our families down, and we have not let the public down."
"From today on, I will quit the entertainment industry."
At the same time, Fengxing Entertainment also implicitly issued a statement that Li Hongqing will no longer play any role and will return to her family.
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Director Zhang slammed the table, feeling so angry that his heart ached.
He has been in contact with Li Hongqing about his film since last year.
Li Hongqing also agreed to perform this year, but unexpectedly he suddenly retired from the entertainment industry.
Plans really can't keep up with changes.
The entertainment industry has been in a period of transition in recent years, especially for actresses over 30 years old. It is rare to find an actress who can perform charming and seductive roles, especially for a special subject like his, and even fewer are willing to agree to film.
Li Hongqing wanted to win the prize at that time, and it was a perfect match, but he didn't expect that something would go wrong now.
Director Zhang has a terrible headache.
Bai Sufang was startled and complained, "What are you doing?"
Director Zhang waved his hand and said, "I'm going out to have a cigarette."
Dinner was almost over when Zhou Li went to the bathroom. Bai Sufang joined her. As she touched up her makeup in front of the mirror, she complained, "No one wants to act in this crappy movie he's been running around all day. They say you can win an award if you do well, but that's so uncertain. Which actress would dare to take such a risk? It's the type of movie he usually does. Times are different now. Everyone's more careful about their reputation. Who would dare to bring themselves down from the altar for a movie?"
In the past, actresses dared to take off their clothes and become famous, creating hype. Now they are so timid. Which actress dares to take on marginal topics? If the film is good, it is icing on the cake; if it is not good, it is rarely a timely help.
The big deal is that your personal image collapses, you can’t connect with GG, and you can’t make money.
There are very few people who dare to break the ice. Bai Sufang advised Director Zhang a long time ago to give up and make some popcorn-themed movies that would be both critically and commercially successful. Why make deep-seated themes and get yourself into trouble?
Zhou Li laughed. She could see that Bai Sufang was also troubled. She consoled her, "We will definitely find a suitable actress."
Bai Sufang sighed: "It's not that easy."
The two people walked out and talked about the actors in the past. Each one was more dedicated than the other. The actors nowadays just recite numbers when acting, and many actors are regulars on variety shows, ruining themselves.
Zhou Li casually said, "There's an actress I like who has a more old-fashioned style, but she hasn't been out much lately."
Bai Sufang laughed and said, "Doctor Zhou, do you have a favorite actor? I thought a plastic surgeon like you would think everyone on TV had surgery."
Zhou Li laughed: "That's why I like natural actresses, and she is one of them. She has great acting skills and has won many awards. It's just that she hasn't been active recently. I have seen her works many times, and I really hope she will have another work to release."
"Who is it?" Bai Sufang asked curiously.
Zhou Li caught a glimpse of a figure walking towards them and said with a smile, "Chun Shui."
Director Zhang stopped.
Bai Sufang nodded and said, "It's been a while since I've been active." She said regretfully, "It's all caused by natural disasters and man-made calamities. Didn't that scumbag on TV just now say that his mistake caused netizens to criticize Chun Shui online? I'm afraid that's why he's gone into hiding. I heard that his studio has disbanded."
Zhou Li shook his head and whispered, "I've seen her."
Bai Sufang asked again, but Zhou Li refused to reveal any more information.
Director Zhang came over and asked, "Doctor Zhou, how are you getting back? I'll arrange for someone to take you back."
Zhou Li smiled and said, "No, I called a designated driver." She waved to Bai Sufang, "I have something else to do at the hospital, so I'll leave first."
Bai Sufang looked reluctant to leave. She had a really pleasant conversation with Dr. Zhou, who was a good listener. She said, "I'll continue to exercise with you tomorrow. Don't forget in the morning."
Zhou Li smiled and nodded, then left first.
After she left, Director Zhang pondered for a moment and said to Bai Sufang, "You've read our script, too. Who do you think would be a good choice for the other female lead?"
Bai Sufang thought about it in her mind, "How is Wu Qingya?"
Director Zhang sighed, "She can't spare the time. She's filming another movie abroad."
"Where's Chen Rui?"
"Her acting skills are still immature." Director Zhang looked down on her.
Bai Sufang suggested a few more people to Director Zhang, but they were all rejected. She got angry and said to Director Zhang, "This one won't work, and that one won't work either. You might as well not shoot the film."
Director Zhang took her in his arms and coaxed her, saying, "Doctor Zhou just gave me a heads-up. What do you think of Chun Shui?"
Bai Sufang's eyes lit up, and after a moment's hesitation, she said, "Even though she had a lot of negative news in the past, and she hasn't appeared in recent years, and her status has declined, can you afford her performance fee?"
Director Zhang fell silent.
It seems that we will have to find investors to increase the originally planned low-cost funding of 500 million yuan.
Director Zhang gritted his teeth and said, "Never mind. Actors are most important." He then cheekily leaned over to Bai Sufang and said, "Go and feel out Dr. Zhou tomorrow. I think she might know Chunshui. Ask her to help set you up. Don't you women all love cosmetic surgery? Go to her hospital a few more times, and I'll cover all the expenses."
Bai Sufang teased her husband a few words and agreed.
Zhou Li had just gotten into the designated driver's car and hadn't even had a few words with the system when he suddenly received a call from the hospital.
"Director, the patient in Ward 215 has a fever! The temperature won't go down!"
Zhou Li's slightly closed eyes suddenly opened and he said to the designated driver, "Please drive faster! I have something urgent to do!"
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