Chapter 328: I Am a Special Forces Soldier of the Dragon Nation's Army, and You Want Us to Play Japanese Devils?

"Director Su, since the cooperation is confirmed, what about the script?"

Xiang Zhiming asked, unable to contain his eagerness.

Since he was representing Yang TV for this collaboration, Duan Jiangping was naturally most welcoming.

After all, Su Meng had offended them, yet instead of holding a grudge, they were actively offering benefits.

Anyone who wouldn't want such a good thing is a fool!

For Su Meng, this matter was naturally acceptable as well.

Although Yang TV's investment wasn't much, the chance to broadcast on their entire network held great appeal for him.

With mutual affection, this cooperation naturally clicked immediately.

Before long, the three parties had basically finalized the cooperation.

Su Meng contributed twenty million, wrote, directed, and starred, holding a 40% stake.

Xinghai Entertainment contributed sixty million, serving as the production and distribution company, holding a 30% stake.

Yang TV contributed twenty million, and provided relevant resources and the broadcast platform, holding a 30% stake.

Su Meng was quite in agreement with this ratio.

Although his stake percentage seemed smaller, with Yang TV's help, the quality and influence of this drama will surely reach a higher level.

These are all popularity points; aren't they more important than money?

The basic intentions have been finalized; the specific details will naturally be handled by others.

But only until this moment did Xiang Zhiming realize he apparently hadn't seen the script yet!

"That's right, I, the producer, haven't seen the script either!"

Prompted by Xiang Zhiming's reminder, Duan Jiangping then realized he actually hadn't seen the script either!

Even the story synopsis provided during the filing was handled by Su Meng.

Su Meng chuckled and took out his phone.

"Xiao Ling, print three copies of our script and deliver them to the boss's office."

After putting down the phone, he explained.

"This is a men's drama; the proportion of female roles isn't large. I plan to have Xiao Ling play a role; what do you think?"

"Great!" Duan Jiangping and Qin Jie's eyes lit up, and they agreed in one voice.

Now that Bai Xiao Ling is also Xinghai's person, this is fat water not flowing into outsiders' fields.

This child Su Meng is indeed sensible, knowing to pull benefits into his own bowl.

The look in both their eyes toward Su Meng radiated satisfaction from the inside out.

Duan Jiangping even patted his chest and guaranteed.

"Let alone Xiao Ling, our company has many artists; if you favor anyone, just speak up, and I will arrange it personally!"

"If anyone on set dares to be disrespectful to this director, just come to me, and I'll deal with him for you!"

Qin Jie nodded repeatedly as well.

Since Yang TV values this drama so much, it must be at least above the level of a premium production.

Having a few more of our company's people participate would all be credentials!

Su Meng shook his head and said lightly.

"I don't want a single person from our company!"

"This time I need a large number of veteran actors; what about those idols from our company?"

"Hehe..."

Huh? Duan Jiangping and Qin Jie froze; the whole situation felt terrible for them.

Just now we praised you for being sensible, knowing to pull benefits for your own company.

Now you directly say you don't want a single person? Is this face-slapping supposed to be this fast?

Xiang Zhiming's eyes lit up instead, and he nodded silently.

To be honest, he was somewhat worried about Su Meng taking on this director role.

After all, when filming "Sparkling Youth" last time, Su Meng had used all his acquaintances.

This time he really worried Su Meng would favor his own people.

But seeing it now, this Su Meng, although young, is quite reliable.

As for Bai Xiao Ling participating as a singer, he didn't mind.

After all, although this Miss is a newcomer, she also played the Second Daughter, Lady Zhi, in "Sparkling Youth," and her performance was exceptionally eye-catching.

Besides, Su Meng just said the proportion of female roles isn't large; it's probably just a vase role anyway.

"Boss, Qin Jie, Director Xiang, hello. Teacher Su, here is the script you wanted."

While the group was talking, Bai Xiao Ling had already walked in holding the script.

Su Meng took the script, handed a copy to each of the three, signaled them to look first, then turned and said to Bai Xiao Ling.

"How is your script study going these past two days?"

Bai Xiao Ling fell silent for a long time, then slowly spat out two words.

"Earthy! Real!"

"Not bad!" Hearing her answer, Su Meng was also somewhat surprised.

Regarding why this drama could succeed, countless people in the previous life analyzed it from various angles.

But the two most universally acknowledged points were the two characters "Earthy" and "Real."

Because of earth, all true moments of those arduous years were faithfully restored.

Because of truth, every character was rendered vividly, as if history had been brought right before our eyes.

It seems this girl truly understood the script.

"Then, is there a role you'd like to play?"

Su Meng was also somewhat curious.

Bai Xiao Ling thought for a moment, then slowly shook her head.

"I'm not good enough!"

"This drama requires nothing less than seasoned veterans to truly reach its best state."

"This is your painstaking masterpiece, Teacher Su. My acting isn't good enough—forcing myself in would only drag down the drama."

"So if Teacher Su lets me assist around the set and learn from all the masters, I'll already be more than satisfied."

"Good! Perfect!" Before Su Meng could speak, a loud shout came from beside him.

There stood Xiang Zhiming, reading the script and calling out in praise.

Dark lines appeared on Su Meng's face.

Your shout of praise came at the worst possible moment.