lcionline Chapter 226 Scripts and Business
Chapter 226 Scripts and Business
"Did Gu Chenxing really move downstairs from you?"
Everyone has a gossipy heart, and Sister Meng is no exception.
Qin Xi nodded heavily, "Yes, 11th floor."
"Hey, this Gu Chenxing, I remember he was quite aloof when we first filmed [It Happened to Be You], why has he become... so clingy now?"
"I see through it all. The so-called aloofness is just a character setting!" Qin Xi curled her lips and made a sharp comment.
"Also, he actually bought the 11th floor. This number is unlucky for him..."
Qin Xi couldn't help but roll her eyes at Sister Meng. "Are you teasing him or me? Anyway, I'm moving to the 16th floor. When I think about him living downstairs from me, and maybe even hearing my footsteps, it feels like we're living together. It's so awkward. I can't stand it!"
Sister Meng couldn't help but laugh, "When we were filming and staying in a hotel, our neighbors were all actors, but you didn't seem to be so uncomfortable?"
Qin Xi said confidently, "How can they be the same? Filming is work, and the mind is also tense during rest time. But home is a private haven, a place where people can truly relax, so I have to protect my safe haven!"
"Aren't you afraid that he might suddenly buy the 15th floor as well?"
Qin Xi shook his head confidently, "I have warned him repeatedly, I don't think he has the guts to do it."
Sister Meng was puzzled. "You said that Gu Chenxing is different because his family has a mine. He buys houses like toys. [But it just so happens that] after your show became popular, he took advantage of this opportunity to join a new show. He has time to hang out with you, but why is he so idle? Doesn't his agent care about him?"
"How dare his agent manage him? The person who is really in charge of him is Lin Panshan, the CEO of Gangcheng Shanfeng Group. This Lin Panshan was Gu Chenxing's mother's former agent. It was also with the help of Gu Chenxing's parents that Lin Panshan became famous in the Gangcheng entertainment circle. Later, Shanfeng Group was established..."
"This Lin Panshan must be a very nostalgic person. It is said that when Chen Qinglan retired from the entertainment industry for love, Lin Panshan tried to keep her for a long time, but he never found another actress as talented as Chen Qinglan. Now Gu Chenxing has inherited his mother's wish and also entered the entertainment industry to make movies, and Lin Panshan still treasures her like an eyeball. It's a pity that the Hong Kong film and television industry is no longer as prosperous as it used to be, otherwise what top resources would Gu Chenxing not be able to get? Would he still need to make crappy movies that he dislikes to increase his exposure?"
"The reason why he hasn't joined the crew recently has nothing to do with me. It's mainly because he was hurt after filming the last bad costume movie. He decided to protect his reputation and wait for a good script. But after a while, he may not be so idle."
Sister Meng asked curiously, "Did he receive a good script?"
Qin Xi shook his head and smiled, "His crappy costume movie is about to start its promotion period~"
Sister Meng: “…”
A three-second silence for Gu Chenxing. He was clearly feeling very uncomfortable, but he still had to say good things in front of the camera. Being an actor requires acting skills all the time.
"Okay, don't worry about Gu Chenxing, just worry about yourself first! The industry is in turmoil right now, and even the promotion is not going too far. In addition, Director Xie's team has always paid more attention to the audience's real feedback, and the investment in publicity is average, so the early promotion of [The Legend of Yan Qing] is just like this. Shouldn't we consider the issue of the next play? How long have you not joined the crew? If this continues, the schedule will be interrupted!"
"Recently, people in the industry have been saying that you have a strong network of connections. There are even rumors that it is easier for a movie to pass the review if you're in it..."
Qin Xi couldn't help but burst out laughing, "This... is a bit outrageous, I have such great power? You really think highly of me!"
Sister Meng spread her hands, "This kind of thing is just like three people make a tiger, if more people spread it, it will naturally become true. Now there are so many scripts coming to me, suitable and unsuitable, there are all kinds of them. Although it seems to be popular, it has increased the workload invisibly!"
Sister Meng sighed helplessly, "I thought I had a lot of energy, but the current workload is really too much. Why don't we also hire a script analysis teacher to screen scripts for you!"
Sister Meng said that she was exhausted. She had been staying up late every day to read scripts and was about to become nearsighted. She was anxious to hire someone to share this work with her.
This was the first time that Qin Xi needed this service in her two lifetimes. It seemed that being famous was different and could always open the door to a new world.
But this is just the beginning. Qin Xi has a feeling that this situation will only get worse after the broadcast of "The Legend of Yan Qing".
"I have to invite him, just in case. But for now, I am not in a hurry to make a decision. I plan to wait and see how the broadcast of "The Legend of Yan Qing" is. After all, this is the first drama after I have completely established my own company. Whether I should focus on TV dramas or continue to venture into the film industry, I still need to think about it."
"Also, Sister Meng, I heard you say before that after this incident, many brands terminated their contracts with me?"
"That's what I was going to tell you!"
Speaking of this, a hint of excitement flashed in Sister Meng's eyes.
"A blessing in disguise. The ancients were right! It's just right that those brands have lost. Now that the entertainment industry has been undergoing a reform, no big name is safe. There are many people who appear to be doing good things on the surface, but are actually doing bad things behind the scenes. Which brand wouldn't be worried? If they accidentally run into a spokesperson for an artist with a bad record, the loss would be huge. However, there is one person who has been officially confirmed and has completely gotten rid of this suspicion!"
Sister Meng and Qin Xi said in unison,
"That's you (me)!"
After they finished talking, they smiled at each other at the same time.
"Ever since you were named and praised by the government, there has been an endless stream of brands coming to you, including some high-end luxury brands!"
Qin Xi couldn't help but be shocked. No one knew better than her how rare high-end resources were in this era.
"Don't luxury brands look at actual film awards? Many TV Kings and TV Queens don't have this honor! Which luxury brand is this?"
Sister Meng explained, "It's the blue-blooded high-end luxury brand C. They like actresses with temperament the most, and your image and temperament are surprisingly suitable. In addition, you are now the most popular and positive female star. It's not surprising that they considered you. Moreover, the probation period for such high-end luxury brands is usually about two years, so they cast a wide net. If they think you are not good enough during this period, they will say goodbye directly. Even if you pass the probation by then, without any heavyweight awards, you will only be given the title of branch ambassador. But even if you are an ambassador, it is something that young actresses of the same period can't even ask for. Once you unlock the high-end luxury, the cover of the top magazines will beckon you again, and you will be close to becoming a real star!"
Qin Xi pondered for a moment, raised his head and smiled.
"It may take two years for others, but I am Qin Xi! It takes a thousand days to raise an army, but only a day to deploy it. From now on, business and magazines related to the fashion circle will be left to Lili."
"Lili has been with you for almost five years. Are you willing to let go?"
"I have seen Lili's efforts over the years. I have seen her grow from a young and ignorant girl to a shining professional woman who is not afraid of the stage. Lili has long been able to stand on her own. I am indeed reluctant to let her go, but I have to give her a chance to blossom. Otherwise, wouldn't I be just a pie in the sky?"
Sister Meng smiled and sighed, "It seems that I have to hire a new assistant for you. This task is more difficult than finding a script planner..."
Qin Xi hesitated for a moment, "Let Brother Lu Chuan go with you. I always feel that he is more accurate in judging people."
"Okay, I'll go to the Finance Department and inform him later..."
Qin Xi felt that he had heard wrongly, Finance Department?
Sister Meng nodded. "Don't you know? When he's not working, he stays in the Finance Department all year round. Maybe because of the last tax incident, Lu Chuan is particularly vigilant and always supervises. He is really dedicated!"
Qin Xi felt something was wrong. Lu Chuan was hiding in the Finance Department. Maybe it wasn't just for work.