Chapter 431

Old Mouzi's ability is still strong; in his previous life, after 2020, he could still make box-office hits like 'Full River Red', 'Article 20', 'Above the Cliff', so Jiang Heng signing him under his company is definitely profitable.

But films like 'The Great Wall' won't do; first, they're neither fish nor fowl; second, Director Zhang's storytelling ability really needs improvement.

Jiang Heng's idea is that fantasy and monster movies can be made, but the story should be written together by everyone.

Zhang Yimou listened without committing either way, showing no particular emotion. Don't look at him as someone who came from making art films; he is actually very pragmatic.

If someone who doesn't understand the industry gives random orders and throws out ideas recklessly, he would definitely be very unhappy.

But Jiang Heng is clearly stronger in the commercial film field, so he naturally wouldn't resist Jiang Heng helping him revise the script.

His main job is director; having an expert willing to help him revise the script is something he's happy about and can't get enough of!

Then he brought up Jiang Heng's desire to rest, and Zhang Yimou said: 'Indeed, you should take a good break for a while; you're not young anymore, your main job is directing, getting married and starting a family won't affect your career development—it's time to consider it!'

Jiang Heng heard this and his expression turned embarrassed; his parents' relatives on both sides don't interact much, and aside from his mother occasionally mentioning it when she calls, no one has ever urged him like this before.

He only said: 'Hmm, I'll consider it!'

Because they were really busy today, the two didn't chat much; after finishing a pot of tea, they parted.

Zhang Yimou had his wife come pick him up by car, so Jiang Heng could only wait for the driver.

After getting in the car, the driver still had to ask where to go.

No way—Jiang Heng has too many houses; if he just said 'go home,' the driver would still have to ask which home! 'The Xia Gong Fu, perhaps!'

This is a luxury villa Jiang Heng newly bought this year, located on West Wangfujing Street, not far from the Forbidden City.

After buying it, he has lived there alone, never bringing anyone over.

The driver didn't talk much, drove Jiang Heng to the residential parking lot, then left first; Jiang Heng sat in the car smoking for a while before going upstairs.

The house is a five-bedroom over 500 square meters, the area is truly large, but unfortunately only he lives there.

By the living room window, Jiang Heng couldn't help wondering whether he should really consider marriage.

But just thinking about post-marriage life made him dismiss the idea; let's talk about it in a few years!

Wash up, sleep.

The next day, he slept until after ten in the morning before waking.

He opened his phone and saw, sure enough, a pile of WeChat messages.

Jing Tian sent a message in the morning, asking where Jiang Heng was and whether she should go pick him up. After waiting a while with no reply from Jiang Heng, she went to the company herself.

Liu Yifei is currently out of town; she shared a breakfast photo with him, saying that after this busy period she wants to travel to Europe with Jiang Heng.

Yang Mi sent a message saying Guo Jinming contacted her, expressing great admiration for Director Jiang, and if he has time, she'd like to have a meal together.

Forget the first two messages; regarding this one from Yang Mi, Jiang Heng directly replied: 'I don't have time lately; later on I have a lot of things scheduled full!'

In the coffee shop, Yang Mi saw this message, her expression a bit awkward.

Across from him, Guo Jinming looked expectant: 'Did Director Jiang reply to you?'

"Um, he said he's been busy lately, his schedule is all filled up!"

"Oh, is that so!"

Guo Jinming, hearing this reply, was naturally very disappointed, but he didn't dare harbor resentment.

Because the gap is too great, not meeting is also normal.

"Too bad, Director Jiang doesn't like what I write; if he could film The Lost Tomb that would be great!"

Yang Mi gave an embarrassed smile, "Director Jiang seems to like web novels more!"

Guo Jinming sighed, "What a pity, what a pity!"

……

At Faction: Outstanding Rising Film Company, when Jiang Heng arrived, it was already past one in the afternoon.

Many people in the company were on lunch break, while Jing Tian was in his office using his computer to play League of Legends.

Seeing Jiang Heng push the door and enter, she said, "Brother, you've slept in this lazy nap; if you sleep any later, it'll be time to get off work!"

Jiang Heng gave a hehe smile, walked over and ruffled Jing Tian's head, looked at the screen, and saw that the Teemo she was using had been killed by the opposing side. "Why did you pick this again?"

The young lady gave a sweet smile: "It's fun!"

Jiang Heng said, "If I had known you love playing so much, I should have let you be a regular female guest on Keep Running, Brothers!"

Da Tian Tian gave an embarrassed smile: "No way, my reactions can't keep up when I play games!"

Jiang Heng thought of her performance when filming the first season of Keep Running, nodded, and said: "Indeed!"

Jing Tian coquettishly scolded: "Oh my, you actually say that about me!"

Jiang Heng gave an embarrassed smile: "It just shows you're simple-minded!"

"Hmph, you just think I'm stupid!"

The young lady had a puffed-up angry expression, yet she looked very cute.

Jiang Heng laughed: "Watch some games!"

The young lady only then reacted, uttering a series of "hey", "hey", "oh my mom", and the Teemo she was using was again strongly killed by the opposing side.

"Hmph, they always bully me, brother!"

"No problem, I'll come!"

Jiang Heng got up to play the second half for Jing Tian; although it couldn't be called turning the tide, at least they won.

After exiting the game, the two began discussing recent work.

The post-production of Black Myth: Wukong is already underway, and the theatrical release of Huang Dao Tian Ting Fu Mie is nearing its end, so there's no need to consider what publicity to do.

As for box office returns, that's still several months away, and even if the big director comes, he has a schedule.

And the other TV dramas produced by the company are all handled by Li Xiaoping, which is quite orderly, so there's no need for Jiang Heng to intervene.

The only thing that's still somewhat important and not yet settled is Keep Running, Brothers.

Jiang Heng vigorously pushed for it, introducing the Korean copyright, and also had popular stars like Deng Chao serving as regular guests.

The most crucial thing is that the specially invited guests for the first episode of the first season are Jiang Heng and Jing Tian, and the game related to the Legend of the White Snake filmed in Hangzhou—just thinking about it makes me feel the ratings will explode!

So, domestic satellite TV channels with some capability are all thinking about how to secure this variety show.

Some want to spend money, some want to pull strings—like Beijing City Satellite TV, which asked an intermediary to make the connection.

This left Li Xiaoping unable to decide, so she could only ask Jiang Heng to decide which platform this variety show would air on.

Da Tian Tian came to the company this early, actually also because she's concerned about this.

Her concern isn't about where it will air, but when it can be finalized and when it can be broadcast.

She's waiting to see how she and Jiang Heng perform on the show and the audience's reaction—she's really looking forward to it.

"Which one—'Running Man', which satellite TV do you want to air it on, bro? If you're still unsure, isn't it too late?"

Jiang Heng said: "It's fine; it'll be decided soon, just in time to air around New Year's Day!"

"Really? It can air at New Year's? That's great! Baby even asked me—I'll tell her right away!"

"Huh? When did you two get together?" Jiang Heng wondered.

"It was during the recording—she added me on WeChat, and later she even asked me to go shopping together!"

"Oh!"

Jiang Heng thought to himself, she's still quite scheming!

Jing Tian, beside him, typed on her phone and added: "Right, you haven't said yet—where will it be aired?"

"Well, it's probably Beijing City Satellite TV!"

"Really?"

"What's real or fake—if they paid enough, it's naturally theirs!" (End of chapter)