Chapter 511: In the Name of the People is all veteran actors!

As several people clinked glasses, the topic naturally turned to Lin Mo and Batman: The Dark Knight.

After all, this phenomenon-level blockbuster is sparking a global viewing craze.

Jiang Wen poured Lin Mo a drink, curious: "Old brother, what's the global box office for your film now?"

Lin Mo smiled and replied: "Released for 14 days, the global box office has already reached $2.16 billion."

With a clatter.

Feng Xiaogang's wine cup fell onto the table: "How... how much? It's already $2.16 billion?"

Although, they've been keeping an eye on Batman: The Dark Knight all along.

But...

They don't stare at the numbers every day.

So when they heard the $2.16 billion box office, they were all stunned.

Ge You counted on his fingers and clicked his tongue: "At this pace, beating Avatar is a sure thing!" He pointed his thumb at Lin Mo: "Director Lin, you're about to rewrite film history!"

Lin Mo waved his hand with a smile: "It's still early, still early—we'll have to see how the late momentum goes~!"

He hadn't finished speaking when the doorbell rang.

"I'll get it!" Zhou Yun rushed over, pulled the door open and laughed: "Oh, Re Ba's here!"

"Sister-in-law!"

Re Ba walked in and saw Feng Xiaogang and Ge You, froze for a moment, then smiled and greeted them: "Director Feng, Teacher Ge!"

"Re Ba's here!" Feng Xiaogang hurried to his feet, and Ge You nodded with a smile.

Lin Mo smiled and gestured to Re Ba to come sit: "Woken up yet~!"

Re Ba sat beside Lin Mo and whispered: "Just woke up, saw you weren't home, so I came over~!"

Zhou Yun chimed in with a smile: "Re Ba's timing is perfect—I was just about to cook a couple dishes to bring over."

"Thanks, sister-in-law, no need to trouble yourself." Re Ba waved her hand: "I'll just grab a bite."

Jiang Wen teased: "You're not worried about your little brother, are you? Don't worry, us old guys are watching—we'll make sure he doesn't overdrink."

Re Ba felt a bit embarrassed, cheeks slightly flushed: "Jiang Ge, don't tease me—I'm just..."

"What is it then?" Zhou Yun picked up the thread, smiling: "You two lovebirds are all over each other, we get it."

Ge You joked: "Young people, being clingy is normal—unlike us old fogeys, whose wives we can't even be bothered to manage."

Everyone laughed at that.

Lin Mo poured Re Ba a cup of warm water: "Have something to eat first!"

Re Ba shook her head: "No thanks, I'm not hungry yet." She glanced at the dishes on the table: "You guys keep chatting, I'll just listen."

Feng Xiaogang sighed: "Look at that young couple, so thoughtful—Old Teacher Jiang, back in our day we didn't have this luck."

Jiang Wen feigned grievance: "Who says otherwise? My wife just knows how to curb my drinking."

Zhou Yun shot him a glare: "What? Got a problem?"

"No way, no way!" Jiang Wen quickly waved his hands, making everyone laugh again.

Re Ba leaned lightly on Lin Mo's shoulder, listening to them talk about the film, the corners of her mouth unconsciously curving into a happy arc.

Meanwhile, Zhou Yun struck up a conversation with Re Ba.

She served Re Ba a bite of vegetables, smiling and asking: "Re Ba, I just heard Director Lin say you've recently gotten into short dramas?"

Re Ba's eyes lit up at that: "Sister-in-law, have you seen them? I've been totally hooked lately!"

Lin Mo chimed in with a laugh: "She's been staying up late bingeing—I'm afraid she'll ruin her eyes staring at the phone!"

Re Ba gave him a light poke, coquettishly saying: "No way!" Then she turned enthusiastically to Zhou Yun: "Sister-in-law, let me recommend a few really gripping ones!"

Zhou Yun perked up: "Great, great—I've been wondering what to watch!"

Re Ba pulled out her phone, swiped the screen: "This short drama After the Flash Marriage, Boss Fu's Disguise Can't Be Hidden is especially good—sweet and satisfying! Also this one I Was a Stepmom in the 1980s, down-home sweet, totally addictive!"

Zhou Yun leaned in to look, astonished: "Oh my, the male lead is quite handsome!"

Re Ba giggled and nodded: "Exactly! And each episode is just a few minutes—binge-watching makes it impossible to stop!"

Jiang Wen chuckled from the side: "You guys are chatting up a storm, way more fired up than our movie talk!"

Feng Xiaogang also joked: "The short drama market is insane—I heard they can pull in tens of millions a day!"

Ge You slowly sipped his tea, chuckling: "No wonder they say young people know how to have fun—we old fogeys can barely keep up with the times."

Re Ba felt a bit embarrassed but couldn't resist continuing to recommend: "Sister-in-law, if you like them, I'll send you a few more......"

Zhou Yun nodded repeatedly: "Sure, sure, send them all my way!"

They hadn't drunk much alcohol.

Just enough.

The next day, noon.

Lin Mo went to keep his appointment.

In the Name of the People is also about to start filming.

Coincidentally, the main creators and screenwriters of this drama are all in Yanjing.

So Han San Ye arranged a gathering.

Lin Mo also took the chance to check out how the lead actors are doing.

Private dining room on the top floor of the Guomao Building.

The moment Lin Mo pushed the door open, the room fell silent with a "whoosh".

Over a dozen people rose in unison, just like seeing an instructor during military training.

Quite a sight—Lin Mo was left stunned by the display.

"Director Lin!"

"Director Lin has arrived!"

"The people in the private room all stood up, their faces showing unrestrained excitement ah."

"The main actors of 'People's Justice' are, respectively, Lu Yi, Zhang Fengyi, Wu Gang, Xu Yajun, Zhang Jianjian, etc."

"Screenwriter Zhou Meisen and director Li Lu also hurried over to shake hands."

"The chief producer is Han San Ye."

"Director Lin, long admired, long admired!" Zhang Fengyi reached out his hand first, his tone carrying a hint of respect, "I never expected you to come in person; it's truly our honor!"

"Lin Mo also smiled and shook his hand: 'Teacher Zhang, you're too polite; everyone here is a veteran actor, I still have much to learn from you!'"

"Oh my, Director Lin, you say that—we dare not accept it!" Wu Gang quickly waved his hands, his face full of smiles.

"Teacher Wu Gang, long time no see!"

"Lin Mo and Wu Gang have been acquainted for a long time."

"In 'Wolf Warrior', Wu Gang also participated, playing the security squad leader He Jianguo."

"Lu Yi also smiled and echoed: 'Yes, Director Lin, it's a great blessing for us to have you come to oversee this drama.'"

"Speaking of which, Lu Yi and Lin Mo are still fellow students from Shanghai Theatre Academy."

"But."

"Lu Yi wouldn't dare call him 'junior disciple'."

"Just kidding, the status gap is too huge."

"Beside him, Zhou Meisen also felt deeply moved: 'Director Lin, with you taking time to guide us, everyone feels much more reassured!'"

"Indeed, Director Lin's ability is right here."

"He's about to become the director of the global box office #1!"

"He can come and personally give a few pointers."

"That truly is an honor!"

"Seeing this, Lin Mo waved his hand and smiled: 'Everyone, don't be so polite; I'm just here to learn. The theme of this drama is rare, and I'm also looking forward to it.'"

"Han San Ye beside them laughed and smoothed things over: 'Alright, alright, you all don't need to stand; sit down and chat!'"

"After hearing that, everyone then sat down, but their glances still occasionally flicked toward Lin Mo, clearly both excited and nervous about his arrival."

"At the meal, everyone discussed the preparations for 'People's Justice'; Lin Mo occasionally offered a few pointers, immediately drawing praise."

"Director Lin's idea is too wonderful!"

"Yes, yes, yes, this approach indeed adds more tension!"

"Even the usually steady Zhang Fengyi couldn't help but exclaim: 'Director Lin, your vision is truly superb!'"

"Lin Mo just smiled and didn't say more."