Chapter 230: Recognizing a Son, Scandal

In the film market, *Flying Swords of Dragon Gate* and *The Flowers of War* were engaged in a promotional war.

At the same time, Zhang Weiping didn't rest either, occasionally "scolding" Yu Dong on Weibo and in front of the media.

People in the industry were all happy to watch the fun.

Zhang Weiping never considered face; like a shrew, he could say anything ugly, pointing directly at Yu Dong's history of making a fortune, ingratitude, abandoning his wife, and messing around with men and women...

Yu Dong's side couldn't hold up; he was used to pretending to be a cultured person, and now he was very embarrassed.

He could only respond "pedantically": Regarding film matters, let's compete fairly; price reduction is also reasonable and legal. If you continue to slander and defame, then we'll see each other in court...

The ones who know people in the industry best are those in the industry! Yu Dong's messy affairs were stripped clean by Zhang Weiping.

"Lin Dao, the premieres for *White Vengeance* and *Magic to Win*, am I going to both?"

"Yeah, you go. I have to hurry up and finish the storyboards."

Lin Nan replied to Yue Jun without raising his head.

It's funny to say, Huayi dug up many artists and singers from Tianyu, and the two sides were in constant lawsuits.

But even so, they still jointly invested in *Magic to Win*, this Hong Kong film that was reheating leftovers. One hand shaking hands, the other hand fighting, it was very interesting.

Lin Nan remembered Wu Jing; the latter seemed to have played a villain role in *Magic to Win*.

"Is this going to repay a favor again? Or continuing to save money, preparing to chase the director dream again?"

Lin Nan muttered.

He reckoned it was just these two reasons; otherwise, why would Wu Jing continue to carry the sedan chair for Hong Kong?

Lin Nan remembered that last time when filming *The Thieves*, Wu Jing had said that he had no future in Hong Kong and wanted to return to the mainland to develop.

"That script for *Bad Genius*, hasn't it been submitted after revision?"

At the censorship office, someone suddenly asked.

"It should still be in revision; I didn't see it in the latest scripts submitted."

"For this kind of script that doesn't know its depth and might cause negative social influence, we still need to be cautious; if it can't be filmed, don't let him film it..."

"This? But Director Tong thinks it can pass if revised; from a positive angle, it can also warn and admonish this 'cheating' behavior..."

Don't know who sang a different tune, making the large office instantly quiet, a bit deathly silent.

Lin Nan received calls from many acquaintances, all inquiring about casting.

However, in *Bad Genius*, there were only a few main actors, and they were all almost decided, so Lin Nan refused them very simply.

As for the smaller supporting roles, they weren't the targets of these people's inquiries.

"*Pacific Rim* will be released in thirty-something days; domestic promotion will start in these few days. Lu Zong, have Tian Tian ready to cooperate with the promotion at any time."

"Lin Dao, rest assured, this film is the top priority; we all have a count in our hearts. Also, I want to ask, does your new film still have female supporting roles?"

Lin Nan knew that Lu Zheng calling wasn't just about *Pacific Rim*.

"The only female supporting role was given to Watching Shu Chang."

"That's a pity. When Lin Dao opens a new film in the future, please be sure to give Tian Tian another chance."

"Hmm, if Lu Zong has nothing else, I'll hang up."

Lin Nan looked at the hung-up phone and smiled speechlessly.

On the other side, Lu Zheng also shook his head at Jing Tian.

"The female lead should be Liu Yifei; everyone can guess that. But I didn't expect the female supporting role to be decided so quickly as Watching Shu Chang."

"Her acting is very good; I know." Thinking of Watching Shu Chang, Jing Tian nodded and said.

She remembered that when she was in the *Mars* crew, she heard Lin Nan and Huang Xiaoming chatting and saying that among the post-85 actresses, Watching Shu Chang was one of the most potential ones, but it's a pity she was a bit unreliable and lacked ambition.

"But it's good not to have a role; you can just run the promotion next month and rest for a while.

At the beginning and end of January, you have two films released; the start time of the new film next month can be moved from the end of the month to the beginning..."

Lu Zheng reasonably arranged the itinerary for Jing Tian, and the latter was also looking forward to that new film.

"This time we took over *Special ID*, with an investment of over 100 million; you are the female lead, so act well."

"Hmm, I will, Uncle Lu." Jing Tian said seriously.

Lu Zheng felt that this film was worth investing in; a veteran team from Hong Kong, two kung fu superstars acting together...

Lin Nan was driving, carrying Liu Yifei to find Zhu Yawen.

This guy, ever since he opened a studio—no, to be precise, ever since he started dating a girlfriend—seems to have become a bit "busy".

Zhu Yawen's studio only had ten employees, no different from most actors' and stars' studios.

"Come, come, sit down quickly."

This was the first time the two of them came over together; Zhu Yawen was obviously very enthusiastic.

"Let me guess, you two must have good news today, right?"

Zhu Yawen smiled meaningfully and started rubbing his hands.

"Yeah, it's good news, hehehe."

Liu Yifei winked at Lin Nan, then nodded at Zhu Yawen.

"I'm here to recognize you as my son."

Lin Nan joked directly, and Liu Yifei on the side couldn't help but "pfft" and laugh out loud.

"Go to hell, taking advantage of me!"

Zhu Yawen retorted directly; only best friends could joke like this.

"The male lead for *Bad Genius*."

"Hmm? 'Dad', please have some tea."

"Haha, you have no integrity at all, Little Zhu!"

Liu Yifei pointed at Zhu Yawen and smiled with disdain.

Then she saw Zhu Yawen with a thick skin:

"You girls don't understand. Back in college, if anyone was willing to go to the cafeteria to bring breakfast for everyone in the morning, several dorms could shout 'Dad' in unison; it's nothing."

Liu Yifei looked at Lin Nan in a daze, with confusion in her eyes.

"Haha, Xixi, he didn't lie to you; that's the situation, especially in winter.

But later on, it became less, because everyone started running to crews."

Lin Nan had a trace of reminiscence on his face, explaining to Liu Yifei; boys are sometimes just that childish.

"Then you shouted too?"

Liu Yifei's words made Lin Nan instantly embarrassed; this conversation couldn't go on!

"Male lead, this is what you said." Zhu Yawen changed the subject at the right time.

"Hmm, didn't lie to you. But recently you still have to do some maintenance; although you are only 27, this time you are playing a 17 or 18-year-old high school senior."

Hearing this, Zhu Yawen touched his face coquettishly, "It's alright, quite smooth."

Just as they were chatting, an employee knocked on the door outside.

"Boss, President Wang is here."

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei immediately reacted; it should be Wang Jinghua from the same building.

After all, Zhu Yawen's studio was under Shiba Culture.

"I'll go welcome her; you guys just sit here, no need to worry."

Zhu Yawen was also a smart person; how could he not guess the reason for Wang Jinghua coming over right now? She must have known Lin Nan and Liu Yifei were at his place.

"Lin Dao, Yifei."

Wang Jinghua was still that Wang Jinghua; although artist management hadn't been easy these two years, her seniority in the industry wouldn't decrease, and her connections would only increase.

"Sister Hua."

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei replied, counting as a greeting.

Looking at the helpless expression on Zhu Yawen's face and the young man beside Wang Jinghua, Lin Nan had already guessed something.

"Let me introduce to Lin Dao, this is my son, Dong Zijian. Zijian, greet them."

"Hello Lin Dao, hello Sister Yifei, I am Dong Zijian; you can call me Little Dong or Zijian, both are fine."

Wang Jinghua's intention was very obvious; she started paving the way for her son.

Listening to that meaning, she had already started looking for films in the industry recently, as Dong Zijian's first film to enter the industry.

"Lin Dao, is your crew still short of people? If it's convenient, a bit part is fine too."

Wang Jinghua smiled, speaking very casually.

But Lin Nan knew that the "bit part" in her mouth was not the literal meaning of a bit part without lines or shots.

It had to be at least a small supporting role, a role with some shots and lines, but Lin Nan wouldn't add scenes or revise the script just to give Wang Jinghua this bit of face.

"It's really a coincidence; the roles and everything are all decided. Look, he is the male lead."

As he spoke, Lin Nan pointed at Zhu Yawen.

Wang Jinghua didn't show any emotion, really just looking regretful, but her son was a bit lacking...

"That's really a pity. When you open a new film next time, I will definitely bring Zijian to ask for a small role; I hope Lin Dao will give a chance then..."

"Hmm, easy to say."

Wang Jinghua took people away, leaving the three of them looking at each other.

"This is reality; how many actors with formal training can't find a way.

And he has a good dad and mom, so he can easily ask for resources, and maybe even think about stuffing himself into big directors' and big productions' crews.

By the way, looking at her son's age, he hasn't taken the art exam yet, right?"

Lin Nan thought of Liu Yifei; to be precise, even the young lady didn't have a proper way back then; she relied on money to smash her way in.

"Just in the second year of high school, what do you think?"

"Good heavens, sure enough, you have to enter the industry early. Once this resume is brushed, it's definitely either the Central Academy of Drama or the Beijing Film Academy."

Lin Nan knew that most of the big-name actor connections in Wang Jinghua's hands were either from the Central Academy of Drama or the Beijing Film Academy, and many would be invited to be art exam examiners.

"Still missing a male supporting role; who are you planning to find?"

On the way back, Liu Yifei sat in the passenger seat and asked this question.

"This is simple, find Luo Jin; he just wrapped up *The Beauty of Troubled Times*."

Lin Nan had this idea before; a group of 06-level students, acting as classmates again, how much of a gimmick.

Liu Yifei and Watching Shu Chang acting together again would also be another hot topic.

"Hmm? Don't say, it's really possible." Liu Yifei nodded and said.

Luo Jin's previous Emperor Xian of Han was still quite good, and there was his performance in *The Thieves*.

"He seems to have a scandal recently; he's already denied it several times, don't know if it's true or false?"

Liu Yifei remembered the gossip news she saw before and shared it with Lin Nan with great interest.

"With whom?"

"Tang Yan from the 06-level of the Central Academy of Drama; she is the female lead in *The Beauty of Troubled Times*..."

Hearing this, Lin Nan couldn't help but want to laugh; how to say this? Fate?

"Who knows if it's true or false? Maybe it's true, maybe it's false... right? Haha..."

End of chapter ===== CHAPTER 231 =====