Chapter 135

If you talk about Jimmy Lin 20 years later, his reputation is mixed. He hasn't done anything that breaks the bottom line, but he just loves to show off too much, various lies to force a show-off, and was given several nicknames by passersby, "King of Bragging," "Liar," etc.

Simply put, he and many stars in Taiwan have a common problem: they think the mainland and Taiwan are not connected to the internet, and often brag in the mainland to elevate themselves: "Refused the Thai princess's marriage proposal," "P-shopped a photo with Schumacher," "Stole photos of luxury cars to show off wealth," "Model machine pretending to be Apple 5," "Selling immortality pills"...

Actually, everyone understands things like bragging and creating a persona in the entertainment industry. Many stars have done it, similar to Jin Dong, who didn't dare to do it again after one flip.

But Jimmy Lin has bragged too much, a bit too many to count. The key is that he is exposed and flips every time, but he doesn't change, which is very bad for passersby's favor. I really don't know what he's thinking.

However, just for the role of Xiao Xiao Yuer he played, Wu Yuchen still appreciates it very much. The character's personality and emotions are grasped quite well. Even if you find another actor to play Xiao Xiao Yuer in the mainland, to tell the truth, it's very difficult to exceed that effect. So just find him to act, which also satisfies the need for Hong Kong/Taiwan actors to sell the film there.

Li Guoli's eyes lit up upon hearing this: "Wu Dao's vision is truly sharp. It seems really suitable when you say it like this! And I heard that Jimmy Lin has fallen into a career low after being discharged from the army. His transformation in the last two years hasn't been successful either. He should be easy to invite now, and his salary isn't high."

This is also one of the reasons why Wu Yuchen chose Jimmy Lin. Jimmy Lin joined the army in 1995, was discharged in 1996, and the results of the albums he released after coming out were very unsatisfactory. He wanted to transform from a boy to a mature man, but the market and fans didn't accept his transformation at all.

Now, compared to before he joined the army, Jimmy Lin's salary has been cut by more than half, and it can be settled for about 4,000 per episode. In Hong Kong and Taiwan, his fame is not low, the audience knows his face, but his salary is not high, so the cost-performance ratio can be said to be very high. He has acted in the movie *Shaolin Popey* after all, unlike Alec Su, who is a real newcomer actor and can only get 2,000 per episode for *My Fair Princess*.

Li Guoli was quite satisfied with Wu Yuchen's suggestion. It can be seen that it is a suitable candidate proposed sincerely for the filming of the TV series. Then he continued to ask:

"Then what about Hua Wuque? Which actor does Wu Dao recommend in the mainland?"

Wu Yuchen smiled and said:

"According to the original description, Hua Wuque is a humble and polite gentleman, gentle as jade, handsome and dashing, affectionate and unregretful. I think acting skills are not the most important; image and temperament come first. You can completely find a newcomer actor..."

Compared to the quirky Xiao Xiao Yuer who needs acting skills, the role of Hua Wuque is different. In fact, it's mainly for selling looks. As long as the appearance and temperament are consistent, there's no big problem. There is no shortage of good-looking actors in the mainland.

If you talk about being handsome, Huang Xiaoming and Chen Kun are also handsome, but they are not the type of Hua Wuque.

Speaking of ancient costume handsome men, the first thing that comes to Wu Yuchen's mind is the "Four Beauties of Tianya."

Four handsome male stars highly praised by the Tianya Forum, namely Yan Kuan, Qiao Zhenyu, Zhong Hanliang, and Wallace Huo. In that era without marketing and public relations, they represented the most simple aesthetic orientation of the vast number of netizens. And these people basically meet the requirements in terms of appearance and age.

"Shanghai Theatre Academy, there is a freshman this year named Yan Kuan. His appearance and temperament are very outstanding. Director Li might as well go and take a look, especially at his ancient costume styling."

Zhong Hanliang and Wallace Huo are both from Hong Kong/Taiwan, so forget it. And relatively speaking, Yan Kuan's appearance and temperament are indeed more consistent with Hua Wuque. There is no rule in the Shanghai Theatre Academy that freshmen are not allowed to film.

Li Guoli nodded after listening: "Wu Dao, I have remembered."

Cai Yinong on the side also silently remembered it in her heart.

The next day, in the Miracle Film and Television office, Wu Yuchen poured a cup of tea for the middle-aged man beside him and asked with a smile:

"Director Liu, how do you feel after watching it?"

That's right, it is the deputy director of the CCTV purchase department. After a phone call from Wu Yuchen, he came to see *Eternal Lovers*, which had just been produced, in person.

After missing *Burning Years* before, especially seeing the good response after it aired, he regretted it quite a bit. Therefore, this time, after Wu Yuchen said it was a good show on the phone, he brought people to see it in person again.

Director Liu pondered for a moment and shook his head slightly:

"To tell the truth, Wu Dao, I'm a bit unsure about this *Eternal Lovers*. Personally, I can only say it's not bad, but it's definitely not as good as *Burning Years*."

Wu Yuchen didn't say anything to refute upon hearing this. Director Liu is old, and watching idol dramas like *Eternal Lovers* is definitely not as good as *Burning Years*.

He smiled and said: "Director Liu, why don't you ask these two colleagues who came with you first?"

Wu Yuchen was also prepared. When he came, he reminded Director Liu that it was best to bring a young person or a female colleague to watch it together.

Director Liu turned his head and asked a young woman in her thirties beside him: "Little Xia, how do you feel?"

Seeing Little Xia hesitate, he said: "Just say how you feel directly, no need to hide it."

The young woman spoke upon hearing this: "I think it's very good. The more I watch, the more I want to watch, especially the emotional entanglements of several people, which makes people feel itchy and especially want to know the subsequent development."

Director Liu was slightly surprised upon hearing this. Why didn't he have this feeling?

He turned his head again and asked the other young person who came along: "Little Li, what about you?"

Little Li, who had only been in the unit for a few years, was in his twenties and appeared more excited than the young woman:

"Director Liu, it's too good! There are too few TV series themes in the country that specifically focus on the lives of young college students. I couldn't stop watching it. It feels like it's telling things that happened in our university. I dare say my classmates and friends will also like to watch it!"

Now Director Liu was even more surprised. Is it so attractive?

Wu Yuchen said with a smile upon seeing this:

"Director Liu, *Eternal Lovers* is different from *Burning Years*. The main viewing groups are teenagers and female groups. I think you should also know that most of the TV remote controls at home are controlled by women. I dare to guarantee you that the ratings of this *Eternal Lovers* will definitely not be bad!"

Speaking of which, *Eternal Lovers* was also broadcast on CCTV in his past life, but it wasn't the first broadcast. It was also after CCTV saw that the show was popular that they bought the third-round copyright to broadcast it.

Director Liu was still hesitant in his heart, but seeing that the two people beside him had a good response after watching it, he made up his mind: "Good, Wu Dao, we want this *Eternal Lovers*. 5 million, I'll arrange the first broadcast next month."

When selling *Burning Years* before, because Miracle Film and Television hadn't produced any TV series, the price for the first broadcast was not high. But now that there was already a hit work, the first broadcast right of this second work, *Eternal Lovers*, naturally rose with the tide.

However, Wu Yuchen didn't agree directly:

"Director Liu, let me tell you this. Beijing Television offered me 10 million, but I remember you, an old friend, so 7 million. If the effect is not good after broadcasting, you can come to me then. I, Wu Yuchen, will definitely not do things with bad word-of-mouth!"

Director Liu and Wu Yuchen looked at each other and then laughed out loud:

"Good, I definitely believe your words, great Wu Dao! Just 7 million. I'll look forward to this *Eternal Lovers* bringing us good news next month!"

After sending away the people from CCTV, Cai Yinong took the initiative to say to Wu Yuchen:

"Wu Dao, this still depends on your face. Otherwise, I don't think this Director Liu would be so easy to talk to."

Wu Yuchen smiled: "Isn't face used at this time? The price for CCTV can be a little lower, but it can't be too low. After they taste the sweetness this time, it will be easy to cooperate in the future.

By the way, President Cai, you should notify the people in the crew about this news. If there are any promotional activities arranged, let them cooperate more."

"Good, if they know it can be broadcast on CCTV this time, they will definitely be crazy with joy!" Cai Yinong laughed.

Just at this moment, Wu Yuchen's phone rang. He looked at it and answered, saying with a smile:

"Yuanyuan, your call came just at the right time."

Gao Yuanyuan's crisp voice came from the other side: "Ah? Brother Wu Yuchen, do you know I want to treat you to dinner?"

"Why do you suddenly want to treat me to dinner?"

"I just want to, want to consult you again about taking the film academy exam."

"Oh, good, no problem! Just in time, I'll tell you a good piece of news later~"

"What good news?"

"Haha, let's talk when we meet later."

In a Western restaurant that looked quite stylish, the goose-yellow walls matched with beige chandeliers, adding elegance and warmth to the atmosphere of the entire restaurant. Exquisite dining tables were neatly arranged in the center of the restaurant, dotted with several table lamps full of romantic atmosphere.

Wu Yuchen looked at Gao Yuanyuan opposite him. Her white coat had been taken off, and her black sweater outlined her already well-developed figure. Her face still had a bit of baby fat, but it couldn't hide the beautiful face of the young girl at all.

He asked with a smile: "Why did you choose a Western restaurant?"

Gao Yuanyuan's face was full of joy at this time:

"I think the first time I treat you to dinner should be grand and formal. Brother Wu Yuchen, don't you like Western food?"

Wu Yuchen shook his head with a smile: "No, I have an advantage: I'm not picky about food and am easy to raise! I can eat Western food, and I can also eat soybean paste noodles~"

Gao Yuanyuan giggled upon hearing this: "Really? Actually, I like soybean paste noodles the most! And I can make them myself~"

"Yo? Then I can taste your craftsmanship when there is a chance in the future~" Wu Yuchen laughed.

"Good! It's a deal~" Gao Yuanyuan laughed happily.

Then Wu Yuchen led the topic to the main point: "Yuanyuan, have you decided to take the film academy exam?"

Gao Yuanyuan looked at Wu Yuchen with shining eyes: "Decided. I plan to take the Beijing Film Academy exam. Although I don't have any talent, since you think highly of me, I want to try~"

Wu Yuchen chuckled: "Yuanyuan, who said you have no talent? Being beautiful and kind is your greatest talent."

Gao Yuanyuan felt shy upon hearing this, but it was as if she had eaten honey, and she was very happy in her heart.

"How about this, I'll help you contact a teacher to tutor you in these two days. You prepare for two or three months, plus your fame, it will definitely be no problem."

Gao Yuanyuan nodded upon hearing this: "Thank you, Brother Yuchen, I will definitely prepare well. But what fame do I have?"

"Oh, this is the good news I want to tell you! I just decided today that *Eternal Lovers*, in which you star, is scheduled to be aired on CCTV next month. Get ready to be famous!"

Gao Yuanyuan was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, her beautiful eyes opened wide, and then she covered her mouth. Although she had shot commercials and a movie before, she didn't feel much. But the TV series she starred in this time was actually going to be broadcast on CCTV. This is CCTV! It's the CCTV that she felt only stars could step onto the stage!

"Really?!" Gao Yuanyuan asked incredulously.

"Fake, I'm teasing you~" Wu Yuchen curled his lips.

"Ah?"

Gao Yuanyuan couldn't help but show a disappointed look, then breathed a sigh of relief, patted her small chest and said: "I said how could I possibly be on CCTV~"

Wu Yuchen laughed again upon seeing this: "Yuanyuan, do you really think it's fake? I was teasing you with that sentence!"

Now Gao Yuanyuan was completely stunned, looking at Wu Yuchen's slightly bad smile opposite her, and couldn't tell which sentence he was teasing her with.

Then she couldn't help but kick Wu Yuchen lightly under the table with her foot, and said coquettishly: "Disgusting, you only know how to make fun of me~"

Looking at Gao Yuanyuan's cute appearance with a blush on her face at this moment, Wu Yuchen smiled and said:

"Alright, alright, I won't joke with you. I'm serious. It will be broadcast on CCTV next month. You might have to cooperate with the promotion for a while. I guess your director will contact you in a few days. When you become a big star, it will naturally be easy to take the film academy exam~"

Gao Yuanyuan was naturally happy in her heart upon hearing this, but she didn't show it so excitedly on the surface. She pouted slightly and said: "My excitement just now has passed, and now I can't be happy anymore~"

"Alright, alright, it's all my fault. I'll punish myself with three steaks later!"

"Giggle, how can you punish yourself like that? Aren't you afraid of being stuffed~" Gao Yuanyuan was teased into laughter again.

"Rest assured, my appetite is very good. I'm just afraid of making your wallet ache."

"I won't! I've saved a lot of money. You can eat whatever you want, I'll treat you!" Gao Yuanyuan said with her chin held high.

"Good, then I'll eat you poor, you little rich woman!"

The two chatted and laughed, and had a very happy dinner.

In the evening, Wu Yuchen drove his new Crown, taking Gao Yuanyuan through the night.

"Brother Yuchen, I heard from the director that you were the one who found me to be the female lead. How did you know about me?" Gao Yuanyuan asked curiously.

Wu Yuchen replied while driving:

"I saw the commercial you shot and remembered you at a glance. Pure and cute. Later, I specifically asked someone to inquire about it."

Gao Yuanyuan thought happily in her heart, does this count as falling for her at a glance and treating her differently?

At the entrance of the Aerospace Compound, Wu Yuchen slowly stopped the car and said with a smile: "Alright, thank you, little rich woman Yuanyuan, for your hospitality today! Good night."

Gao Yuanyuan turned her head to look at Wu Yuchen: "Brother Yuchen, I should be the one thanking you. You've helped me so much~"

Wu Yuchen chuckled: "It's all a small effort..."

Before he finished speaking, he felt a peck on his cheek. He turned his head and saw Gao Yuanyuan, who had ambushed him, blushing, whispering goodbye, then opening the car door and fleeing in a panic.

Looking at Gao Yuanyuan's back under the street lamp, Wu Yuchen couldn't help but touch his face. This little girl, her movements are so fast, why is she running...