Chapter 107

The next day at noon.

After eating, Li Luo began to pack his gear.

Stepping into polished black leather shoes and putting on a custom-made suit, his frame and muscles supported the already exceptionally well-fitting suit, making it look crisp and sharp.

He hadn't cut his hair in the two months of filming.

He took time last night to trim his sideburns, and now he carefully combed his hair back with hair wax.

He washed his hands.

Then he fastened that Rolex onto his wrist.

Returning to the full-length mirror, Li Luo looked at the "suit thug" in the mirror and snapped his fingers with satisfaction. This was a style of dress completely different from his usual one, possessing a very hardcore temperament.

With this attire, his whole body exuded an aura of hormones.

Right beside him.

Xu Qing, leaning on the bed, watched with a look of infatuation.

Even though she had just finished collecting interest not long ago, Li Luo's current appearance still made her bite the quilt she was holding tightly.

Since he wanted to borrow.

Li Luo simply borrowed two million.

Adding the money on hand, it totaled over 3.3 million.

Of that, 2.2 million was for buying the house, and the remaining million was for renovating the entire residence. It wasn't a proper courtyard house, just 280 square meters; taking a million out for renovation was already luxurious enough!

The sooner it's renovated, the sooner he can move in and enjoy it.

Besides, if it gets too late, the various procedures for renovating a detached house will become particularly troublesome.

The more money borrowed.

The more interest naturally has to be paid.

It's just that Li Luo's interest payments are always paid in excess; last night, he paid until the Beijing girl was begging for mercy.

She kept crying out that it was enough!

"Do you really not need me to accompany you?"

Seeing Li Luo dressed so neatly, Xu Qing felt a surge of excitement: "As your god-sister, it wouldn't be bad for me to go to the scene to help you draw some attention. After all, it starts airing tomorrow."

"No need."

Unbuttoning the top two buttons of his shirt, Li Luo leaned over and kissed her: "If you go, wouldn't you steal the spotlight from the female lead?"

"Hahaha."

Hearing this, Xu Qing laughed happily.

"By the way."

Li Luo thought of something and looked at Xu Qing, admonishing: "Sister Qing, I believe you understand things like promotion. Sometimes we have to cooperate to create some scandals, and the news might write things randomly."

"Mmm~~~"

Before he could finish speaking, his mouth was blocked by the Beijing girl.

After a long while, she let go.

"I can understand."

Xu Qing pulled his collar and said seriously: "I know this circle all too well. After someone like you becomes famous, who knows how many vixens will be eyeing you."

"I only want you to promise me one thing."

"You say it."

Li Luo nodded seriously.

If we're talking about vixens, the one in front of him was a total seductress.

"Our age difference is too big."

Xu Qing gritted her teeth and said quite straightforwardly: "The media's verbal attacks alone could destroy you. You should date if you want to date, but no matter what happens, you must put me in the most important position."

These words had been bottled up in her heart for a long time, and she took this opportunity to say them.

A man being older than a woman is extremely normal.

But a woman being older than a man turns into a defiance of the natural order.

Especially since she was so much older; as long as she didn't want Li Luo to bear the reputation of being a kept man who rose to power, this romance was destined not to be public.

And this guy's energy was becoming more and more vigorous.

He always seemed to have an insatiable feeling.

Xu Qing knew what temptations people in this circle would face.

So she simply made things clear, just to plant a seed called "indebtedness" in Li Luo's heart, so that no matter what temptations he faced in the future, she could sit securely on the fishing platform.

Li Luo naturally didn't know these thoughts.

But hearing these words and seeing the way Xu Qing was acting.

Made the veins on his forehead pop.

He immediately threw his suit jacket onto the standing coat rack nearby.

His appearance scared Xu Qing into quickly diving under the quilt: "You're doing it again, no, hurry up and go to the press conference!!!"

"Just promise me."

"No need to prove it with actions, I want to rest."

"Hahaha."

"Help~~~"

Kunlun Hotel.

The Grand Cherokee stopped steadily in the parking lot, and Li Luo strode toward the elevator with vigorous steps.

After a while, he arrived at the designated floor.

Led by staff, he walked into the makeup room converted from a conference room. It was already bustling with noise, and familiar faces he had worked with last year appeared before his eyes.

All kinds of greetings were naturally indispensable.

Li Luo's attire made many makeup artists' eyes light up; it was actually just formal wear.

But paired with that hairstyle.

It looked very "dandy," giving a particularly strong visual impact.

"Tsk tsk tsk."

Jia Jingwen circled Li Luo once and hurriedly sat back in front of the makeup mirror: "No, no, hurry up and give me a better hairstyle; I can't let him outshine me."

This appearance drew a burst of laughter.

Gao Yuanyuan was no exception.

She was wearing a dark blue hoodie today, not to mention being elaborately dressed.

She looked like she had just woken up.

Although her looks were good, she wasn't as radiant by comparison, so she immediately called the makeup artist to touch up her makeup.

"Zhang Danfeng."

A greeting sounded from behind, asking slowly: "When do you plan to go to Yinchuan?"

Looking back.

He discovered it was the Golden-Haired Lion King, Xie Xun.

"Brother Jinjiang."

Li Luo laughed and shook the other's hand firmly: "No, I should call you Barefoot Demon. After the promotion tour is over, I'll fly over."

Xu Jinjiang also had a role in *Ping Zong Xia Ying*.

He played a delusional ambitious man who was finally defeated by the combined sword skills of himself and Fan Bingbing.

"Who's calling me?"

As the two were chatting and laughing, another guy popped out from the crowd, asking with a cheeky grin: "Shouldn't the Zhang Danfeng you're talking about be me?"

"Xiaolong."

"Brother Xiaolong."

Two greetings sounded one after another.

Li Luo's "Brother Xiaolong" made Shi Xiaolong roll his eyes.

In this drama.

Shi Xiaolong played the young Zhang Wuji.

And in *Ping Zong Xia Ying*, he also played the young Zhang Danfeng.

Fortunately, in the upcoming *Sui Tang Heroes*, he finally didn't have to play Li Luo's younger self.

"What's going on with you guys?"

A reprimand sounded, and the newcomer said with dissatisfaction: "Do you think this is a gathering for the *Ping Zong Xia Ying* crew? If so, then why not include me?"

This divine plot twist caused a burst of belly-aching laughter in the makeup room.

The newcomer was Zhang Guoli.

He also made a cameo in that drama.

Playing the Ming Dynasty Emperor.

Although his screen time was a bit short, it was perfectly fine to say he was from the same crew.

Everyone had worked together for several months, so there was naturally no shortage of topics, and as more people arrived, the makeup room became even livelier.

It was just a pity not to see Guo Feili; she probably didn't have time to attend.

While chatting.

He saw Zhang Long beckoning to him.

Li Luo excused himself and walked in the direction the other had disappeared.

Crossing the side door.

Arriving at a small room nearby, he immediately felt it was much quieter.

This was also a small conference room.

"Forgot to remind you yesterday."

Zhang Long took a cigar from his pocket and handed one to Li Luo: "You've been filming for a while, so you probably haven't been paying much attention. Although the reporters all received travel fees, we can't rule out that someone might bring up that topic."

"If someone asks, just pretend you didn't hear it."

"What matter?"

Opening the aluminum tube, Li Luo poured out the cigar inside.

"*The Legend of the Condor Heroes*." Zhang Long lit his cigar and handed him the lighter: "Saying it's good will get you scolded, saying it's bad will offend people; just don't respond."

Wisps of smoke rose.

Li Luo took a puff of the cigar and nodded slowly.

Even on the set.

He hadn't been ignoring things outside.

When *Xiao Ao Jianghu* started airing, Li Erpeng had experienced quite a lot of abuse.

But compared to now, that was a case of "the minor wizard meeting the major wizard."

Since *The Legend of the Condor Heroes* started airing last month, it could be described as having a tide of bad reviews, with the firepower basically concentrated on the two leads.

Actually, in Li Luo's opinion, this drama was filmed quite well.

The supporting cast was very brilliant.

It was just that the leads had some problems.

But then again.

The most prominent roles in a drama are the leads.

With both the male and female leads having issues, it's no wonder there was a chorus of abuse.

First, Li Erpeng's interpretation of the character Guo Jing deviated, with excessive force; he stared with his eyes every day and deliberately spoke half a beat slow. To put it bluntly, he played it like a fool.

The female lead's image was fine, and her acting was beyond reproach.

But as soon as she opened her mouth to speak.

That smoky voice was incredibly discordant.

Coupled with Li Erpeng's low voice, it was like two subwoofers bombarding each other, making it uncomfortable to listen to.

If they had used dubbing, the effect would have been much better.

As Zhang Zhizhong's next Jin Yong drama after *Xiao Ao Jianghu*, Li Luo would easily be asked related questions; at this time, staying silent was more important than anything.

"I know."

Li Luo toyed with the cigar in his hand and said seriously: "I will only respond to questions about *Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Sabre*, and will not answer anything else."

The other was right.

Whether you say it's good or bad, you'll be blasted by people.

"Correct, that's it."

Zhang Long put the cigar in his mouth, pulled out a chair, and sat down: "I scouted a few people for you regarding yesterday's matter. They all have relevant experience; take this opportunity to interview them now."

"Now?"

Li Luo sat down in surprise.

"Otherwise?"

Zhang Long clapped his hands hard, the crisp sound echoing in the small conference room.

The next moment.

The small door in front opened.

High heels clicked on the tiles, and one could see long legs in black silk moving forward alternately, hips swaying left and right, and with the person's pace, two large "thunderbolts" were wobbling and trembling.

That bewitching face made Li Luo blink several times.

Zhang Long's handling of this matter.

Was too unreliable!

Putting someone like this by his side, who's taking care of whom?

"Manager Zhang."

The "Big Thunderbolt Sister" glanced at Li Luo and handed the document in her hand to Zhang Long: "This is the upcoming process; President Wu asked me to give it to you."

"Thank you."

Zhang Long took the form.

The other turned and left quickly. Watching those swaying, plump, and full hips, a regretful sigh sounded nearby.

"You want one like this?"

Zhang Long flipped through the process sheet and couldn't help but tease: "Two thousand yuan won't cover it; you'll have to buy luxury items from time to time, and basically, she won't be able to help you with much, except for that kind of thing."

The two looked at each other and smiled tacitly.

After the secretary left.

The person for the normal interview finally walked into the room.

Zhang Long notified a total of five people to come over; they all had similar work experience, and there was nothing to pick and choose about that, it was just a matter of chatting together to see who was more compatible.

After all, spending every day together, compatibility is extremely important.

After some communication.

Li Luo locked onto a girl named Wu Yu, from Hunan Province, 26 years old, with three years of experience as an artist assistant.

Her appearance was average, but she looked very comfortable.

A proper undergraduate graduate.

She gave the feeling of being neither humble nor arrogant, and her speech and manners were generous and decent.

The other could also drive.

Sometimes when encountering drinking parties, she could also handle emergencies.

After confirming the candidate, Zhang Long called her in. Li Luo looked at the Hunan girl sitting upright in the chair, smiled, and waved his hand: "Relax a bit; I'll call you Xiaoyu, no problem, right?"

"Of course, no problem."

The latter nodded, looking at Li Luo with expectant eyes.

Being a "Beijing drifter" isn't easy.

Finding a good job is even harder.

If she got this job, she could save at least 18,000 a year.

And the other was the male lead of a big drama.

Presumably, it wouldn't be a precarious existence.

Compared to previous crew-following artist assistants, it was much better!

"Based on what I just learned, I'm quite satisfied with you." Li Luo smiled and continued: "I don't know when you can start working; I'll prepare the contract and confidentiality agreement here."

Staff around actors all have relevant agreements; after all, one must guard against others.

It also counts as having a legal constraint.

If she really dared to expose privacy to the media, she would inevitably face sky-high compensation.

"Right away."

Wu Yu glanced at Zhang Long and suppressed her inner excitement: "No, better make it tomorrow!"

"I think right away is better."

Zhang Long smiled and organized the schedule in his hand, then stood up: "Since I could introduce you to Li Luo, I won't care about a day or two. Work hard in the future, don't embarrass me."

"Handle the resignation procedures later; this month will count as full attendance for you."

"Thank you, Manager Zhang."

Wu Yu stood up and hurriedly bowed in thanks.

"Thank you, Brother Long."

Li Luo also thanked him sincerely.

The other had spared someone from his own staff to help him solve a not-so-small trouble.

"Small matter, you guys chat."

Zhang Long waved his arm and said indifferently: "Everyone helps each other; just make sure you handle the promotion work well. That's it, I'm going to check the event site."

He had a lot to do today.

This bit of time was barely squeezed out.

The sound of the door closing rang out.

Looking at Li Luo, who was dressed in a suit and leather shoes, Wu Yu hurriedly pulled herself together. She knew how difficult these actors could be, and before figuring out the other's personality, she had to be careful.

"Boss."

After steadying her mind, she took a notebook from her pocket: "I don't know what personal preferences and habits you have; I'll record them here."

Hearing this, Li Luo chuckled.

He had finally upgraded his equipment and finally formed a team.

"Don't call me Boss."

He flicked the cigar ash and said happily: "Just call me Brother Luo. I can't really explain my habits and preferences clearly; you'll learn them slowly. Today, I'll give you a task first."

"Okay, Brother Luo."

Wu Yu sat up straight.

The new boss was generous, and she also wanted to leave a good impression.

"Go back and take a break."

Li Luo glanced at his watch and put the cigar in his mouth: "Come to the Beiying residential area at eight o'clock tomorrow morning to wait for me. After that, it's business trips and joining the crew; you won't have much time to rest, so go back and get some energy first."

"Ah?"

Wu Yu blinked, unable to believe what she heard.

She changed bosses, and the first day of work is a holiday?

After exchanging contact information, she left the conference room in a daze, her heart filled with all kinds of joy.

This new boss.

Is really handsome!

The two left one after another, and the conference room became completely quiet.

Listening to the noise next door, Li Luo wasn't in a hurry to go over. He leaned toward the window, squinted his eyes at the scenery outside, and slowly puffed on the half-cigar in his hand.

For renovating the courtyard, he could ask Jiang Wen for help.

His courtyard house was done quite well; he must know relevant people.

This kind of old house cannot be renovated casually.

If you mess around.

You won't even pass the planning stage.

Anyway, he had prepared a million; let professional people do professional things.

Actually, throwing over three million into his own living space at this time, to be honest, the cost-effectiveness was a bit low. With this money, not to mention anything else, he could easily get five or six houses in Pudong, Pengcheng, or within the Third Ring Road of Beijing.

The growth trend was absolutely fierce, and the returns would be greater.

But Li Luo felt that since he had lived a second life, he should enjoy life more.

Making money was just a side effect.

Focusing entirely on how to maximize returns, that kind of life buried in money was not what he wanted.

Thinking of Jiang Wen, he remembered another thing.

He had to find an opportunity.

To have a good talk with the other.

The risk of the movie Yu Feihong wanted to film was still too high. Even if he couldn't dissuade her, he had to let Jiang Wen help find a better production manager, so it wouldn't really end up spending money like water.

Without someone watching, new directors easily fall into this situation.

Losing a little less is still losing.

While Li Luo was letting his imagination run wild, the conference room door was pushed open again. Leading the way was Wu Dun, and standing beside him was a guy with kind features.

When that guy saw Li Luo sitting by the window.

His eyes were a bit dazed.

At this moment, Li Luo was in a custom suit.

The smoke from the cigar in his hand rose in wisps, constantly shrouding that handsome face.

His legs were crossed.

His hair was shiny and combed neatly.

Because he was thinking about things.

His eyes were unfocused, with only his eyelashes trembling slightly.

The sunlight from outside the window fell on him, and was given shape by the constantly rising smoke; everything appeared so quiet and focused.

In the mind of that refined-looking guy.

He inexplicably heard a vinyl phonograph playing slowly.

"Tianya~ ya~~~"

"Hai~~~ jiao~"

A female voice, like a mark of time, also echoed leisurely in his mind.

"Li Luo."

A loud, boisterous shout shattered the man's fantasy.

Wu Dun pushed up his gold-rimmed glasses and said with a smile: "What are you doing sitting here by yourself? Stop daydreaming, come over, I'll introduce you to a big director from Taiwan."

This shout brought Li Luo back to his senses.

Seeing the big director with a refined look standing beside Wu Dun, he casually extinguished the cigar and strode forward to meet them.