Chapter 262 I'll be your driver.
Even Lu Jingbei, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but smile at his words.
Yan Kui handed over the documents in the folder in front of her: "You can take a look. This is part of the list of online bettors."
Huang Maomao didn't stand on ceremony and started rummaging through the latrine.
The director and others sat on the other side of Lu Jingbei. A staff member ran over and said it was time to start, asking the director and others if they could begin, as the door was already crowded with people.
Yan Kui sat down next to him, and Lu Jingbei asked her with his eyes. Yan Kui nodded gently.
The first actor to come in for the audition surprised Yan Kui.
The reason is simple: this actress is a second or third-tier actress, and recently she has gained a lot of popularity online because she appeared on a dating reality show.
Huang Maomao nudged Yan Kui discreetly and whispered, "Wow, I just watched one of this actress's dramas a few days ago."
Yan Kui gave a forced, insincere smile, her lips twitching slightly.
The investment in this drama was five times that of her previous drama. Although it wasn't a big-budget project, she still underestimated Lu Jingbei's influence.
Next up are not only popular actresses, but also various internet celebrities, or actresses backed by powerful figures.
Lu Jingbei even showed Yan Kui an invitation letter; the inviter was a winner of the Best Supporting Actress award in a certain year.
Further down, however, was Lu Jingbei's reply that he had refused to participate.
Actually, the most panicked person was Shi Ruoxia.
Yan Kui had initially suggested that she play the female lead, but later, due to the change in investors, Lu Jingbei became the co-star, and it was Lu Jingbei's first drama after transitioning to behind-the-scenes work.
As soon as a little bit of word got out, people flocked to him, eager to make contact.
With her seniority, if she were to easily let veteran actors accompany her, she would probably be relentlessly criticized.
So she asked Yan Kui for the second female lead role, a black-hearted but seemingly innocent character.
Yan Kui also felt that the role was very suitable for her, and after talking to Lu Jingbei, she generously gave it to Shi Ruoxia.
Yan Kui made no attempt to hide it; she was determined to promote Shi Ruoxia.
I auditioned dozens of actors, but many were asked to leave after less than two minutes.
Until a popular rock band's lead singer, Mu Xi, came in.
Huang Maomao got even more excited, tilting his head and grinning as he spoke next to Yan Kui: "Holy crap, this is amazing! Half of my phone's files are their band's songs! Why is she here auditioning for an acting role? Is she trying to change careers?!"
Yan Kui didn't speak, her gaze falling on Lu Jingbei beside her.
When Mu Xi came in, he greeted the group warmly, and his smile widened, especially when he looked at Lu Jingbei.
"Long time no see, Actor Lu."
Lu Jingbei smiled gently: "Lead singer Mu is also interested in acting?"
"I'm not interested in acting; I just came to see what kind of movie Lu Yingdi will be making behind the scenes."
"Just out of curiosity."
"Perhaps you can also see what kind of role I'm suitable for; I wouldn't mind taking on such a role."
Lu Jingbei appeared to be smiling, but the smile didn't reach his eyes.
Huang Maomao started gossiping in a low voice again: "Yan Kui, your job is so exciting, it's better than watching dramas. Why don't you tell Brother Yin that I can be your driver from now on?"
Yan Kui suppressed a laugh, then heard Lu Jingbei say, "Okay, but we can't afford to hire the lead singer Mu for such a small production."
Mu Xi's expression instantly turned sour.
Yan Kui glanced at Lu Jingbei sitting next to her, but Mu Xi walked straight over.
"Then should I bring my own investment to the production?"
Lu Jingbei chuckled: "Sorry, we don't lack funds."
Mu Xi persisted, saying earnestly, "Think about it. Replace your investment partner with me. You know I've made a lot of money, and you won't lose out."
Yan Kui was just watching the show when she heard this. It turned out they wanted to cut off her source of income.
Huang Maomao reached out and poked her: "If Brother Yin finds out about this woman, she'll be in danger."
Huang Maomao knew better than anyone how protective Brother Yin was of his own.
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