Chapter 202

In the evening, Wu Yuchen took a shower and came out of the bathroom, feeling refreshed. Seeing Da Meiyuan lying on her side on the bed watching TV, exquisite and moving, he jumped onto the bed, hugged her, and kissed her: "So fragrant!"

Gao Yuanyuan was amused and giggled, then adjusted her posture, hugged Wu Yuchen's arm, and leaned her head on Wu Yuchen's shoulder, continuing to look at the TV, obviously attracted by its content.

Wu Yuchen also turned his head to see what was playing on TV. He saw that the person appearing on the screen was Ning Jing. At this time, she was soaking in the river water, being pulled across the river by a blonde and blue-eyed foreigner. Wu Yuchen recognized it at a glance. Oh, isn't this "Lover's Grief over the Yellow River"!

At this time, the movie was being played by the Sixth Princess, and it was almost at the end, so Wu Yuchen didn't disturb Gao Yuanyuan's viewing.

A few minutes later, the movie ended. Gao Yuanyuan looked at the tragic ending and couldn't help but nudge into Wu Yuchen's arms again, while Wu Yuchen's voice came into her ears: "What do you think of this movie?"

"It's quite good, I think it's quite touching!" Gao Yuanyuan answered without thinking.

Wu Yuchen smiled. To be honest, this movie is very well done in terms of actors' performances, shooting techniques, including plot settings, soundtrack, and sentimentality, but there is only one point he doesn't like.

"Think about it carefully, don't you think it's a bit strange?" Wu Yuchen said.

"Strange?" Gao Yuanyuan was puzzled, and then began to recall the movie she had just watched, but she couldn't grasp any clue.

And what about us Chinese? We should sacrifice for them, as if we are inferior, and then we have to let the audience be moved by this "fearless" spirit. Don't you think something is wrong? So, although this movie is well shot in terms of technique, I don't like it very much."

Since meeting Wu Yuchen, Da Meiyuan has been attracted by his talent. Not only has he won awards, but he can also arouse the admiration of the Americans. In the past few days, following him to Xiangshan, she has become a guest of honor for officials from all walks of life. 100 million US dollars was also easily said from his mouth, just to build his own film and television city and to build the Chinese film and television industry.

Wu Yuchen sighed in his heart. This is really the characteristic of this era. The educational philosophy of internationalism and the blind worship of foreign culture have led many people to feel that this is normal. Well, to cover for a foreigner, a hundred lives were lost, and everyone felt it was normal...

The current Wu Yuchen is clearly the most powerful and majestic man in Da Meiyuan's eyes. She has been completely conquered by him from body to heart, and she believes whatever he says!

To be honest, Wu Yuchen feels that Gao Yuanyuan is really too suitable to be a girlfriend. Not only because she is beautiful, but also because she is soft and considerate, and often looks at you with this admiring and loving gaze, which greatly satisfies a man's vanity and makes people feel sweet and cool in their hearts. It is simply too top-notch!

Wu Yuchen saw her little look and couldn't help but kiss her lovingly: "Silly girl, how could I make fun of you? I don't have enough time to love you!"

"This is not your fault. On the one hand, our country is temporarily lagging behind, and people have a psychology of admiring the strong, subconsciously linking national strength with race. On the other hand, there are too many brainwashing remarks issued by a group of public intellectuals in our country, and you have been influenced without knowing it."

Wu Yuchen said again: "Okay, then I'll change the question. If this male lead was replaced by a black person, would you still feel moved?"

"Ah... no!" Gao Yuanyuan was also stunned and immediately shook her head. It was hard to imagine a black person becoming the male lead and enjoying this kind of treatment.

Wu Yuchen scraped her cheek with his finger: "Look, aren't black people international friends? Why can't you accept it?"

Listening to Wu Yuchen's words, Gao Yuanyuan nodded, and little stars flashed in her eyes looking at Wu Yuchen, admiringly saying: "Brother Chen, no matter if it's Europeans, Americans, Japanese, or Koreans, none of them can compare to you. You are the best!"

"So, whether the director is intentional or unintentional, this movie puts the status of this white man too high. In fact, it subconsciously outputs a point to people, that white people are superior, can pick up our most beautiful girls, enjoy the service and sacrifice of everyone from soldiers to ordinary people throughout the whole process, and finally return to their own country safely."

Then he hugged Da Meiyuan's shoulder:

You say why isn't it Zhang Yimou's "Not One Less" or "The Road Home"? Who knows why! Perhaps this group of people really thinks that this movie makes the Americans the protagonists, kneeling and licking them, which can greatly increase the chance of winning awards. As a result, it didn't even get nominated...

"As for you, just remember that Americans, Europeans, Hong Kongers, and Taiwanese are just economically developed regions, which doesn't mean they are superior to us or stronger than us. When our economic strength goes up in ten or twenty years and our confidence comes up, national self-confidence will naturally come up."

Even though he has experienced various occasions and received various praises from many people, he likes Da Meiyuan more and more as he looks at her, and couldn't help but kiss her.

Listening to Wu Yuchen's words, Gao Yuanyuan thought more and more that something was wrong. She had an ideological struggle in her mind for a while, and then her little face couldn't help but collapse, and she asked Wu Yuchen like a child who made a mistake:

"Brother Chen, am I particularly stupid? I haven't thought about any of these things you said at all, and I was even self-moved. I found that I was just like what you said, subconsciously looking at foreigners as superior. Will you laugh at me?"

Gao Yuanyuan understood what Wu Yuchen was saying upon hearing this, and she looked hesitant: "But, isn't this rescuing international friends?"

"This, this..." Gao Yuanyuan was a little speechless.

Wu Yuchen couldn't help but remind her: "Don't you feel that this male lead, that is, the foreigner, was placed in too high a position? He picked up the most beautiful female lead in the movie throughout the whole process, and so many people sacrificed to protect him along the way."

It is not Wu Yuchen's empty words. This era is the era when public intellectuals are in power, and it is precisely the time when investment promotion is strongly encouraged. These people can blow the Western world unscrupulously without anyone caring. The background of the era is placed here...

Let's talk about the quota for China to compete for the Oscars this year. If it weren't for Wu Yuchen's "Love," guess which movie it would be? That's right, it's this "Lover's Grief over the Yellow River"!

At the Zhejiang University School of Humanities, a burly man with a beard bowed, holding a one-yuan coin embedded in exquisite organic glass, numbered with the very auspicious number 25666666, and also written with the words "Laughing in the Wind," offering it to an old man of short stature.

Jin Yong smiled and said: "Producer Zhang, you really have a heart!"

This year, Jin Yong was just invited by the Zhejiang University School of Humanities to become an honorary dean, and he comes to Zhejiang University several times every year.

Big Beard Zhang Jizhong said enthusiastically: "Teacher Jin Yong, what are you saying? You are willing to only charge us 1 yuan in copyright fees. This kindness, our CCTV will definitely keep in mind!"

Jin Yong placed the souvenir in his hand on the table, then boldly signed his name on the contract placed on the table. After putting away the pen, he gave Zhang Jizhong another instruction:

"Producer Zhang, I don't ask you to film 'Laughing in the Wind' as well as 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' and 'Water Margin.' Even if it's half the level, I'll be satisfied. One more point: follow the original work!"

The reason why Jin Yong is willing to give the novel copyright to the other party for 1 yuan is half because of CCTV's face, and the other half is because he values Big Beard Zhang's ability. After all, Big Beard's previous "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and "Water Margin" were filmed well, and it is no exaggeration to say they are classics.

"Old Jin, don't worry, I will definitely demand 'Laughing in the Wind' according to the standards of 'Three Kingdoms' and 'Water Margin,' and I won't let you down!" Big Beard Zhang patted his chest loudly.

Walking on the campus of Zhejiang University, Big Beard Zhang was in a very good mood. In the past two years, Hong Kong Jin Yong dramas have struck, and "The Return of the Condor Heroes" and "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" have successively impacted the mainland TV screens, which also let him see how good the mass base of Jin Yong dramas is. This time, being able to get the copyright of "Laughing in the Wind," he, Big Beard, will definitely be able to create another hit!

Just at this time, Big Beard Zhang's mobile phone rang. He picked it up, took a look, and hurriedly answered the phone: "Hello, Wu Dao!"

A few hours later, Xiangshan County.

Wu Yuchen shook hands with Big Beard Zhang and greeted him enthusiastically: "Brother Zhang, I didn't expect you to be in Hangzhou and rush over so quickly!"

"Yes, I didn't expect you to run to Zhejiang Province either, Wu Dao. This is fate! But even if I were in Beijing today, if you called me, Wu Dao, I would have to fly over!" Big Beard Zhang said this scene talk as soon as he opened his mouth. He is worthy of being a producer.

And beside Wu Yuchen, Gao Yuanyuan also smiled and greeted Big Beard Zhang: "Hello, Producer Zhang!"

"Hello, hello, Miss Gao is getting more and more beautiful!" Big Beard Zhang naturally recognized that this was Gao Yuanyuan. Seeing her beside Wu Yuchen, he didn't need to think to know what the relationship was.

In fact, with his status as Big Beard, he didn't need to be so polite to Gao Yuanyuan. It should be these actors who fawn over him, the big producer. But, who let her be beside Wu Yuchen? Don't look at the monk's face, look at the Buddha's face. Wu Yuchen's status in the circle now is no longer something he, Big Beard, can compare to.

Although he, Big Beard Zhang, is doing well in the TV circle and can be considered a person to be reckoned with, the small screen can't compare to the big screen! Not to mention Wu Yuchen, the leader of Chinese cinema?

After a few people sat down, Wu Yuchen asked with a smile: "Brother Zhang, I heard you've been busy running around for 'Laughing in the Wind' recently?"

"Hi, Wu Dao, to tell you the truth, I came to Hangzhou this time to sign a contract with Old Man Jin. Thanks to Old Man Jin's appreciation, the copyright has been negotiated, and preparations are about to begin." Big Beard Zhang didn't hide it either. After all, many people in the station knew about it.

Wu Yuchen praised with a smile: "It's only you, Brother Zhang, who can get the copyright of 'Laughing in the Wind' from Old Man Jin for 1 yuan!"

Big Beard Zhang quickly waved his hand:

"Wu Dao, you flatter me too much. This must be a small matter for Wu Dao. If you were willing to film a movie, Old Man Jin would definitely give it to you for free!"

Wu Yuchen asked casually: "Brother Zhang, what do you think of our Yuanyuan? Can she play a role in your 'Laughing in the Wind'?"

Upon hearing this, Big Beard Zhang thought to himself that it had come as expected. As soon as they met today, Wu Yuchen called him Brother Zhang affectionately, making it clear that he had something to ask him. It seems this is asking for a role for his little girlfriend?

However, Big Beard wasn't surprised. This kind of thing is too normal in the circle. Not to mention that Gao Yuanyuan is indeed quite beautiful, no wonder Wu Yuchen is so concerned.

Big Beard Zhang pondered for a moment. He had to give Wu Yuchen this face, but he also had to see what role he wanted first. If it was Ren Yingying, he definitely couldn't agree just like that. "Laughing in the Wind" is his first Jin Yong drama work, and it must be filmed well to make a name for itself. It can't be ruined by a connected person.

He turned his head and smiled kindly at Gao Yuanyuan: "Miss Gao, I wonder which role you like?"

Gao Yuanyuan said embarrassedly: "Actually, I haven't read the novel 'Laughing in the Wind,' I've only seen the Hong Kong TV series..."

Wu Yuchen interjected with a smile: "Yuanyuan is not very suitable for the role of Ren Yingying. Actually, the little nun Yilin is suitable, but I guess you, Brother Zhang, will require the actor to shave her head, and I can't bear that. What do you think of the little junior sister Yue Lingshan?"

Big Beard Zhang looked Gao Yuanyuan up and down a few times. She is truly beautiful, but he felt that there was still some discrepancy in temperament compared to Yue Lingshan. Gao Yuanyuan looks a bit quiet, while Yue Lingshan has a kind of pride, willfulness, and straightforwardness.

Yue Lingshan is equivalent to the second female lead in the play, or even the first female lead in the early stage. Her scenes add up to no less than Ren Yingying's, and she is a very important role. If it were a supporting role or even Yilin, he could promise Wu Yuchen directly, but for such an important role as Yue Lingshan, he naturally wouldn't be very willing to give it to Gao Yuanyuan just for the sake of face.

"Wu Dao, Miss Gao is naturally beautiful, and her appearance is definitely nothing to say. However, for the specific effect, I have to see her makeup look. You also know that sometimes actors are worlds apart after putting on makeup."

Big Beard Zhang praised Gao Yuanyuan in his mouth, which seemed to be all good words, but he didn't agree to anything, and his ability to play Tai Chi was very proficient.

Wu Yuchen also understood the meaning in Big Beard Zhang's words, smiled lightly, and signaled for Big Beard to drink tea.

Big Beard Zhang thought to himself that he is worthy of being an international great director; his airs are indeed big. In order to get a role for his little girlfriend, he called him over from far away. But since they are all in the circle and the other party has a high status, he can only endure this little thing.

After Wu Yuchen put down the teacup, his face turned serious and he said to Big Beard Zhang: "Brother Zhang, I asked you to come this time, actually to work together on a big event!"

Big Beard Zhang was full of question marks. You called me here just to ask for a role, and now you want to change tricks to fool me?

However, he immediately cooperated on the surface: "Wu Dao, you speak. If there is anything I, Old Zhang, can do, just say it!"

Wu Yuchen didn't care whether he was saying scene talk or not, and continued:

"I started with movies and also earned some money from the film and television industry. Now, not to mention success, but I have achieved some thin results, so I thought about doing something to give back to our Chinese film and television industry."

Then Wu Yuchen pointed out the window and said: "I recently reached a cooperation with Xiangshan County to develop and build a film and television city here, planning to build it into the largest film and television shooting base in our country."

Big Beard Zhang immediately gave a thumbs up and praised: "When you drink water, you think of the source! Wu Dao, your realm is high!"

Wu Yuchen thought to himself that this Big Beard's ability to flatter and praise people is comparable to Feng Xiaogang's. Added to his film and television shooting skills, no wonder he can make it!

"Brother Zhang, I know your ability. Since 'Laughing in the Wind' is about to be prepared, how about setting it in our Xiangshan Film and Television City?"

That's right, Wu Yuchen is looking at Big Beard's traffic. Don't underestimate Big Beard Zhang. His Jin Yong dramas have waves of traffic, all of which were hits back then. Moreover, Big Beard Zhang is also very good at building shooting bases, building a base in one place. In his past life, the opening of Xiangshan Film and Television City stemmed from Big Beard's need to film "The Return of the Condor Heroes."

"Wu Dao, this, our 'Laughing in the Wind' is going to start filming next year. Is it too late?"

Big Beard Zhang euphemistically expressed that he was not very willing. You are preparing to build it, but it hasn't been built yet. Why should I use this when I have the ready-made Wuxi Film and Television City? Wuxi Film and Television City was built by Big Beard Zhang himself when he filmed "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and "Water Margin."

Wu Yuchen smiled. He also knew that if he didn't give some sweetness, this guy wouldn't take the bait:

"Brother Zhang, the day after tomorrow, I will sign a contract with the county. The investment amount this time is 100 million US dollars..."

Big Beard thought to himself, so what if it's 100 million? It's not like he hasn't spent 100 million. When filming "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" before, it cost over 100 million, although he didn't have a share, it was all CCTV's... wait, US dollars?

"100 million US dollars?!" Big Beard Zhang couldn't help but widen his eyes and ask.

"Yes, 100 million US dollars."

Wu Yuchen nodded, and then continued: "I was thinking, if Brother Zhang is willing to join in and work together on a big event, I will give you 1% of the shares."

"Give me shares?"

"Yes, you can handle these shares as you please. If you want to exit, that's fine too. I'll exchange them for cash at the price." Wu Yuchen said lightly.

Big Beard Zhang suddenly felt his mouth dry. Don't look at it as only 1%, but 1% of 100 million US dollars is 1 million US dollars, which is 8 or 9 million yuan when converted into Chinese currency!

Although he, Big Beard Zhang, is already a big producer, he has always been working for the station. Take the filming of "Laughing in the Wind" this time, CCTV gave tens of millions for filming, but he, the producer, earns at most a salary. No way, people in the system are like this!

And now, as long as he nods, this 1 million US dollars will be directly in his hands!

This... Big Beard Zhang's heart was thumping wildly, and he couldn't control his restless heart at all.

Wu Yuchen picked up the tea and took a sip, no longer speaking, just letting Big Beard Zhang think for himself. This is what he had considered giving to the other party in advance. If you want the horse to run, you have to give it grass, not to mention this shrewd Big Beard Zhang?

In fact, even if he didn't do this, after Big Beard Zhang successfully filmed "Laughing in the Wind," he would directly leave CCTV and then start his Jin Yong drama film and television city building mode. Don't think that people only rely on salary to make money. In fact, he builds a film and television base for every drama he films, and he personally holds a small amount of shares in the film and television base. The name of Big Beard plus Jin Yong drama is very attractive to various places, and they don't mind sharing a little with him.

The current Wu Yuchen is taking advantage of Big Beard's lack of fortune to bind him to the chariot of Xiangshan Film and Television City first. If you become a shareholder yourself, don't you have to build your own film and television city well?

Big Beard Zhang knew that he couldn't ask for cash now. He is still at CCTV, and asking for cash is a violation of discipline. But he can hold these shares silently first!

Big Beard knew that this was a chance to change his life. It is rare for a person to encounter such an opportunity a few times, so he gathered his courage and boldly asked: "Wu Dao, can you give a little more?"

Wu Yuchen looked at Big Beard with a smile that wasn't a smile: "Brother, how much do you want?"

Big Beard held up two fingers:

"Wu Dao, I don't just have this 'Laughing in the Wind.' After I film this, there will definitely be 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes,' 'The Return of the Condor Heroes,' and 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils' following up. I guarantee that I will bring them all to Xiangshan to film! From now on, as long as it is my Old Zhang's TV series, and those of my friends around me, I will introduce them all to Xiangshan!"

Wu Yuchen rubbed his chin as if thinking, while Big Beard Zhang looked at Wu Yuchen nervously, his palms already starting to sweat.

No way, this one point is one million US dollars. He, Big Beard Zhang, is almost 50 years old now. Let alone one million US dollars, he hasn't even saved one million yuan yet. Earning less in the system! Big Beard vaguely made up his mind that after filming this "Laughing in the Wind," he would leave CCTV!

"Okay, I trust Brother Zhang's ability! You can go with me to the signing ceremony the day after tomorrow. Anyway, you are a shareholder of your own, so witness it with your own eyes!"

Big Beard Zhang was suddenly ecstatic. 2 million US dollars were obtained just like that. He is now a multi-millionaire!

Big Beard immediately got up and picked up the teapot to pour tea for Wu Yuchen: "Wu Dao, don't call me Brother Zhang anymore. I can't afford it. Just call me Old Zhang!"

Then he smiled and said: "As the saying goes, if you lean on gold, you look like gold; if you lean on jade, you look like jade. Joining this Xiangshan Film and Television City and being a shareholder with Wu Dao is also catching your talent. Maybe one day, I, Old Zhang, this piece of rotten wood, can also be enlightened!"

Looking at Big Beard Zhang's appearance, Wu Yuchen only felt as if he was looking at a fat version of Feng Xiaogang. This ability to lick people is not inferior to Xiaogang!

Big Beard Zhang not only poured tea for Wu Yuchen, but also poured it for Gao Yuanyuan, and immediately said:

"Miss Gao has the appearance, the temperament, and the popularity. She is also a top student at Beijing Film Academy. Everything is top-notch, and her age is just right. I think we must let her play Yue Lingshan. No one is more suitable than her!"

What does it matter if the temperament is a little off? He, Old Zhang, will get her a suitable look anyway, and teach her with a little patience. This is his God of Wealth's woman!

Wu Yuchen gently patted Gao Yuanyuan's little hand: "Why don't you thank Producer Zhang."

Gao Yuanyuan immediately picked up the tea and showed a bright smile: "Thank you, Producer Zhang. I will prepare well when I go back, read the novel a few times, and definitely play Yue Lingshan well, and I won't let you down!"