Chapter 392: Boss Lin, long time no see!

After leaving the office, Lin Mo walked straight to the company's animation department.

The animation department is a key development area for Morning Light in recent years, so it occupies an entire floor.

This way.

Lin Mo pushed the door open and saw a bustling scene.

Over ten animators were intently staring at their screens, their brushes flying across the graphics tablets.

The others were also busy with their own tasks.

Only...

When everyone saw Lin Mo.

They all froze for a moment.

"Ah, Boss!" one employee shouted.

Then the others also shouted, "Boss!"

Seeing this, Lin Mo smiled and waved in greeting.

Come to think of it, this is his first visit since the animation department was founded.

Seeing so many unfamiliar faces, Lin Mo quickly got along with them.

He would, for example, see what they were working on and give some encouragement.

Even though these employees only received Lin Mo's verbal praise, they were overjoyed, as if they were born with a divine beast's body!

"Where's Director Yang?" Lin Mo asked after a brief chat with everyone.

"Boss, Director Yang is in the office!"

"Alright, you keep working; I'm going to find Director Yang!"

Soon.

Lin Mo arrived at Yang Yu's office door; although he is the boss, he knocked first.

At least a basic respect is required.

"Come in," Lin heard Yang Yu's voice from inside.

Lin Mo pushed the door open and saw Yang Yu sitting at the computer, brow furrowed as he stared at the screen.

On the screen was a character design sketch for Nezha.

"Director Yang, what are you busy with?" Lin Mo asked with a smile.

Yang Yu looked up, saw Lin Mo, and immediately stood up: "Boss, why are you here?"

He then added, "I was just tweaking Nezha's character design; I still feel some parts aren't perfect enough."

Lin Mo walked over, glanced at the design on the screen.

In a previous life, Lin Mo had, of course, seen his Nezha.

But this version of Nezha is vastly different from the cute image the public knows, filled with a subversive and distinctive design.

For example, the most noticeable are the smoky makeup and dark circles.

And then there's the personality, especially the way he walks, like a young urban guy.

On Yang Yu's design, Lin Mo saw something close to the image in his mind.

Lin Mo said, "I think it's already pretty good; Nezha's spirit has come through."

Yang Yu shook his head: "It's not enough; I want Nezha's image to be more striking, more in line with his rebellious, unyielding nature. Director Lin, look here—I think Nezha's gaze could be sharper, and his expression more flamboyant."

Lin Mo smiled, patted his shoulder and said, "Take your time, no rush; we have plenty of time!"

The Nezha animation really doesn't need to be rushed.

After all, Morning Light has quite a few works this year.

"The Wandering Earth 2," "Speed and Passion 2," and a bunch of TV dramas.

Hearing this, Yang Yu also nodded.

Afterward, the two chatted a bit more; Lin Mo checked the time—it was almost six in the afternoon—and said, "Alright, I won't disturb you any longer. Keep working; if you need anything, just find me."

Yang Yu nodded, "Okay, Director Lin, rest assured, I'll make Nezha the best it can be."

Lin Mo smiled, turned around, and left the studio.

Stepping out of the animation department, he whistled cheerfully.

The Nezha animation should become a Super Big IP for Morning Light Group.

Its derivative merchandise is estimated to be worth well over hundreds of billions.

This way.

Lin Mo had just gotten into the car when Re Ba called him.

After the connection, Re Ba's voice came: "Honey, we're about to leave, the usual spot; you should be able to come soon!"

"I'm already in the car; if there's no traffic, it'll be 20 minutes, you go ahead and order food!"

"Okay!"

When Lin Mo arrived at the restaurant, a waiter led him into a private room.

Re Ba, Yang Mi, and Xin Zhilei had arrived early and were sitting in the private room chatting.

Seeing Lin Mo arrive, Re Ba happily stood and waved, "Honey!"

"Boss Lin, long time no see!" Yang Mi, upon seeing Lin Mo, also smiled and greeted him.

Lin Mo smiled and sat down, "Indeed, it's been a while!"

It's been about two months since I went to Saudi.

"Director Lin!" Xin Zhilei hurriedly greeted Lin Mo.

Lin Mo sat beside Re Ba, then looked at Xin Zhilei and asked with a smile, "Sister Lei, I heard from Re Ba that you're still reshooting scenes for Blooming Flowers?"

Although Lin Mo is also in the Flower Youth Group chat.

But he basically never reads the messages inside.

One reason is that he was quite busy when he was in Saudi Arabia, so he had no time to look.

The other one, though.

It's that his group chats are so many he can't keep up with them.

Hearing that, Xin Zhilei sighed, "Yeah, Wang Dao's demands are too high; shooting a single shot dozens of times is commonplace."

Yang Mi laughed, "Wang Dao is famously strict; it's already great that you can persevere."

Lin Mo nodded, "His productions are indeed hard to film; your role this time is very challenging, and Wang Dao's works have a very high chance of winning awards!"

Re Ba also nodded and said, "Yes, yes, Sister Lei, that's what we call pain mixed with joy; when you win an award, you'll be overjoyed!"

Xin Zhilei smiled, "I hope so, but right now I just want to finish shooting quickly and have a good rest."

The group was chatting merrily when the waiter began serving the dishes.

Lin Mo raised his glass, "Cheers, to our long‑awaited reunion!"

They weren't drinking alcohol; they were drinking soft drinks.

After all, it's three women plus him, a man.

"Boss Lin, this time your company's production Hannibal is a massive hit; it broke every record Penguin could break, that's awesome!" Yang Mi said excitedly.

He is also a boss of an entertainment media company.

Yang Mi naturally knows Hannibal's performance on Penguin Video.

That's terrifyingly impressive.

But, knowing the production company is Morning Light, it becomes understandable.

Morning Light productions must be top‑quality.

This statement has always carried a very high weight.

"I'm also following this drama; I absolutely love Yin Ziwei, Director Lin, when can you introduce me to Brother Ziwei? I want to take a photo with my idol!" When this topic came up, Xin Zhilei perked up.

"Sure, no problem, wait until Ah Wei finishes Fast and Furious 2 and returns!"

"Ah, Director Lin is still the best!"

"......"

The few exchanged smiles, and the atmosphere in the private room instantly lifted.

In fact, Xin Zhilei's personality is that carefree type.

Since she's close with Lin Mo and Re Ba, they naturally chat freely.

As for Yang Mi, there's no need to say more.

They have both worked together on the film Embroidered Spring Sword.