Chapter 352: One Person Under

Jiang Heng laughed, "You have to say this in Sichuan dialect for it to be fun!"

"Sichuan dialect?" Jing Tian wondered.

Jiang Heng casually recited Thus add: Bao'er Jie's classic line, instantly making Da Tian Tian laugh.

"It's actually quite fun!"

After saying that, he glanced again at the script in his hand, reluctant.

She could see that Feng Baobao was a very outstanding role; if played well, her fame and status would likely rise another level.

But Jiang Heng had previously stated that this wasn't for her.

Moreover, she could guess who this script was written for.

Jing Tian glanced at the script, then looked up at Jiang Heng; seeing him just smile without speaking, she hesitated for a moment and finally didn't dare say that line.

"Brother, you really went out of your way this time, making up for her in one go!"

Jiang Heng took the script and laughed heartily, feeling extremely happy, because Da Tian Tian finally didn't open her mouth to ask for it.

Of course, even if she asked, Jiang Heng wouldn't give it, but the previous peaceful coexistence is no more.

"If there's another good role, I'll think of you first!"

"Then thanks in advance!"

Jiang Heng didn't want to dwell on this topic, asking her why, being so busy, she didn't go home to rest first but came over here.

Da Tian Tian gave Jiang Heng a glance, "Because I miss you!"

"Really?"

"You haven't even called me!"

"That's because I've been holding back my longing for you!"

"Now?"

"I'm exploding with missing you!"

Jiang Heng felt delighted hearing that, and pulled her into a hug.

……

In the office, Jiang Heng didn't go too far; just some kissing, hugging, lifting high, and saying a few cheesy lines.

After a while, Jing Tian seemed to just remember, "Oh no, I almost forgot!"

"Forgot what?"

"Yingbao said she wants to treat us to a meal!"

"Out of the blue, why does she want to treat us? Is the sister-in-law treating the sister and brother-in-law?"

Jing Tian instantly gave a doubtful look, "You're not scheming something about her, are you?"

"What are you saying like that!"

Jiang Heng originally wanted to say, "Am I that kind of person?"

But feeling lacking confidence, he didn't say the rest.

Fortunately, Da Tian Tian isn't the type to be overly nitpicky and endless.

She hurriedly got up to tidy her clothes, "She's booked tonight; if we don't go now we'll miss it—do you have time?"

"Of course I do!"

Jiang Heng usually doesn't socialize much, so he still has plenty of free time.

He got up, led Jing Tian out, and took the young lady's Mercedes G to go.

Yingbao had booked hot pot, in a lavishly decorated charcoal hot pot restaurant, and reserved a private room.

Seeing Jiang Heng and Jing Tian enter, Zhao Liying quickly stood up, smiling broadly, "Director Jiang, Sweet Sweet, you're here!"

"Mm, you're being too polite!"

Jiang Heng took off his coat and hung it up; Zhao Liying laughed, "If it weren't for Sweet Sweet recommending me for the role of Xiao Qing, and Director Jiang's approval, I still wouldn't know when I'd get my break!"

Jiang Heng laughed, "We could say it's mutual benefit; *White Snake: Origin* has today's box office thanks to you too!" Zhao Liying heard this, gave a simple smile, and tacitly accepted Jiang Heng's praise.

Last year, Outstanding Rising Film Company consecutively launched several big productions—*Palace Lock Pearl Jade*, *Step by Step Heart-pounding*, *Flower Thousand Bone*, etc. —each could be called a blockbuster.

Yang Mi, Liu Shishi, Zhao Liying, etc., rose to fame thanks to these film and TV dramas, shocking the industry.

Who would have thought Outstanding Rising Film Company not only excels at movies, but this TV drama also keeps churning out blockbusters! Especially Yang Mi, who instantly blew up, with script offers pouring in nonstop.

She is very career-driven, actually taking on several projects at once, spending most of her time filming outside and rarely returning to the company.

As for Zhao Liying, she's been relatively cautious about taking roles, and besides participating in the promotion of *White Snake: Origin*, she currently has no script contracts.

But saying to wait a bit also isn't without its downsides.

After all, *White Snake: Origin* had a global release, and its box office everywhere isn't bad.

Xiao Qing is also a major role in the film; thanks to her, Zhao Liying's fame has surged, and if she takes on another project, her pay will definitely increase.

After the three sat down, they began to hot-pot and chat.

First they chatted about industry gossip; Jing Tian casually said Jiang Heng had just written another script, which was fantastic! Zhao Liying used to be called "Zhao Xiaodao" in her past life, but facing Jiang Heng, she dare not speak recklessly.

Otherwise, she wouldn't even have Jing Tian invite guests on her behalf instead of calling herself.

"If filmed, it will definitely be great to watch and needs to sell worldwide!"

Jiang Heng laughed and said, "Global is hard to say, but domestically there should be a good market!"

"What are you talking about?" Zhao Liying was still a bit curious.

Jiang Heng just gave a rough outline; although he didn't believe this girl would leak secrets, he was still afraid of an inadvertent slip.

"Oh, if filmed it should look great!" Yingbao casually praised.

Upon hearing that, Jiang Heng slightly furrowed his brow, lowered his head to eat meat and stayed silent.

The two girls, seeing this, not knowing which remark was wrong, became even more afraid to speak.

It turns out Jiang Heng was indeed moved by Zhao Liying's words.

Is it really that good?

When it comes to fight scenes, the content in One Person Under certainly can't compare with mythic stories.

The real brilliance lies in those characters with distinct personalities and traits.

And to showcase all of them within a film's brief hundred‑plus minutes would be rather difficult! Unless the comic is produced first, letting more readers embrace the story.

After all, many exciting contents in the original comic cannot appear in the film.

For instance, Thus add: Bao'er Jie's "Awei Eighteen Forms" and Zhang Chulan's moonlit, frantic rune exhibition.

Hmm, we could totally start a comic company, that would be a contribution to the rise of domestic comics! After dinner, Jiang Heng and Jing Tian went back together without mentioning it.

Later, Jiang Heng called Du Huan over and asked him to acquire a comic company.

"Comic company?"

Du Huan was quite puzzled—why, after all, were they diving back into the comic world?

"Hmm, I have a story I want to turn into a comic first, buy a company, and assign some staff to do it!"

"Oh, okay, I'll handle it right away!"

Given Outstanding Rising Film Company's current industry standing, Du Huan's stepping in wasn't too easy, and he quickly got in touch with several comic companies.

Their scales weren't large, and their development statuses varied.

But they shared one thing: upon hearing Jiang Heng wanted to make comics, they were eager to sell their companies.

After all, the Neidi comic industry in 2010 was truly niche; most companies were mediocre and showed little promising outlook.

But if they partnered with Outstanding Rising Film Company and Jiang Heng, everything would change.

With Jiang Heng's fame, publishing a comic—so long as the story holds up and the art meets standards—will surely sell like crazy!

Because time was tight, Du Huan didn't over‑select; he chose the strongest among the few companies, signed a contract, and brought the head to Jiang Heng.

"Hmm, this is the story content for the first season of the comic, those sheets are the character designs; I need to see the publication before May 1st!"

(End of chapter)