Chapter 517: In This Life, I Accept My Fate

The 5.4 million box office on the first day of "The Sword Identity" was at least half Lin Nan's credit, but that was all he could help with.

After all, many audiences couldn't accept the Northwest dialect spoken by the actors in the film, so they couldn't understand many of the jokes.

However, Lin Nan had already let Tudou buy the copyright of this film; he believed that as time passed, this film would be recognized by the public.

After nine in the morning, the official Weibo "Peaceful Capital" once again reported on the actor drug-related case.

The negative impact this time far exceeded all the incidents of actors violating laws and discipline in the country in the first half of this year.

Because the previous public figures were not necessarily familiar or known to the public, nor were they internationally famous.

But this time it was different; even if some people didn't know the "Dragon Prince," how could they not know that world-renowned, globally famous kung fu superstar?

Mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and even Hollywood—the news spread at the speed of light.

Not to mention how indignant the public was on the internet; just talking about the film and television circle, it had already started to tremble.

The incident came too suddenly, too densely, and too unscrupulously; countless people in the circle had a bad premonition.

And the content reported by the official Weibo "Peaceful Capital" this time was also too detailed.

It was detailed to the point of: when the tip-off was received, when and where the person was caught, and the video of the on-site arrest—all of these were there.

Two people were caught; one was sent directly to the detention center, and the other was escorted back to his villa in the capital to search for remaining stock, seizing about 110 grams.

The entire interrogation video was also released; one had an eight-year drug history and had harbored others four times, three of which were harboring the other person who was caught on the spot and sent directly to the detention center.

The latter's first time was also carried out at the former's home in the capital, and he himself had consumed drugs in the mainland eight times within three years!

Half a month, it was really within half a month! Four well-known actors were caught for drug involvement, and they were more famous and had more background than the last!

What is this? When the first one was caught, the following three were completely fearless and didn't take it seriously at all; they continued to be lawless!

Putting the time longer: from the Venice Best Director Zhang 【Surname】 in mid-June, the famous screenwriter 【Surname】 God of Wealth, to the famous actors Gao 【Surname】, Zhang 【Surname】, Kai 【Surname】, and Fang 【Surname】 this month.

Two months, 6 people!

These people challenged the bottom line of the public again and again in a very short period of time, pushing public opinion wave after wave to a climax, until it finally reached the current peak!

Lin Nan flipped through the web pages and browsed Weibo.

Except for the die-hard fans of the popular young actor Kai 【Surname】 from Taiwan who were still resisting the authorities, no other supportive comments could be seen anywhere, not even paid trolls.

That's right, there aren't many idiots in the industry; at this moment, no one dares to buy trolls to whitewash, as that is an act of seeking death.

"I heard Big Brother Jackie just left the 'Dragon Blade' crew this morning and rushed to the capital; he really is calm."

"He's 60 this year; what kind of big storms hasn't he seen? In this kind of situation, I reckon he's just left with mental exhaustion."

"In the first half of his life, only that little bit of affair between men and women was criticized, which wasn't a big deal. But at the very end, his lifelong reputation was ruined by his son. Truly a tiger father with a dog son!"

Lin Nan gently shook the coffee in his hand, listening to Ning Hao and the others chattering in discussion.

Recently, there were almost no scenes for Huang Bo in the filming of "Mojin: The Lost Legend," so he came back for a vacation and incidentally ran promotions; he was the one who talked the most right now.

"Listen, when the Dragon Prince was escorted back to search for drugs, his biological mother was at home, watching her own son being put on silver bracelets. Tsk tsk..."

When Ning Hao said the three words "silver bracelets," he subconsciously tugged at the gold chain on his neck, feeling it matched very well!

Lin Nan listened to them chatting about gossip while continuing to browse the news.

Logically speaking, if a son is not taught, it is the father's fault.

But these two times were very unexpected; Big Brother Jackie and Zhang Guoli were hardly scolded by anyone, but rather, most people sympathized with them.

That's right, isn't the biggest tragedy for both of them that they were heroes for most of their lives, but their sons were completely ruined? And they were both only sons!

"The authorities are under great pressure this time; everyone is saying the higher-ups are not doing their jobs.

Originally, I planned to visit the 'Goodbye Mr. Loser' crew before the 20th. Now I don't dare to leave Beijing, fearing the higher-ups will temporarily call for a meeting."

Lin Nan put down his phone and looked at the few people complaining.

"If we hold a meeting this time, will it be a ban?"

Xu Zheng asked Lin Nan subconsciously; he was currently not qualified to attend that level of industry conference, and neither was Huang Bo.

"More or less. Public opinion has piled up and fermented to this point; if the higher-ups don't bring down the hammer again, it will really become a joke."

Lin Nan said so affirmatively for the first time, which stunned Ning Hao and the others, and even Xing Aina, who had just walked to the door, was startled.

"Ban Jackie Chan's son? Tsk tsk tsk, Big Brother Jackie's voice in the circle will probably become soft in the future. No matter how much money he makes, what does it matter? His face is gone, and he has no successor!"

"Definitely not willing to be banned; figure out a way."

"Forget it, don't talk about these. Director Ning, didn't you say you were treating us? You dragged me over, and we just drank coffee." Lin Nan smiled and changed the subject.

"Mm, time is almost up, let's go now!"

Ning Hao waved his hand and took the lead to walk out.

In just one day, the news of the Dragon Prince, along with his biological father's name, spread across more than half the globe.

The mainland media was relatively restrained, and foreign media were just watching the fun, but Hong Kong and Taiwan media were not polite.

Any Chinese person should have deep-seated pain and hatred for the thing called "drugs."

Big Brother Jackie and Lin Fengjiao became the targets of accusation and abuse by Hong Kong and Taiwan media.

It's funny to say, that Kai Zhendong is like a clown, destined to be the one sacrificed.

No background, no connections—why should he fall with the Dragon Prince?

The film and television entertainment circle was already in a state of trembling and panic.

Everyone knew that the higher-ups couldn't let it go this time.

There was a first and a second time, but how could they oppose a "ban" for the third time?

The key was that the impact of this third time was worse than the previous two; public opinion had never stopped, and it really couldn't be held back anymore.

"The 'Dragon Blade' crew, there shouldn't be any problems there, right?"

Wang Zhongjun was more worried about this; after all, it was a major project with an investment of 400 million. If Jackie Chan had any physical or mental issues, that would be terrible.

"It won't be affected; the original plan was to wrap up at the end of this month, and now there are only a few shots left, which can be filmed very quickly."

Wang Zhonglei replied; his mood was equally bad.

Although it was the son who had the problem, the focus of the media and public opinion was entirely on the father.

One was a shareholder of Huayi and a subsidiary boss, and the other was a partner in Huayi's major production films; the stock price had been affected these past few days, a bit sluggish, with a trend of falling, fortunately, there was good news on the real estate side.

"Like Zhang Mo, he has to stay for at least half a year; the release time is about the same.

If the higher-ups really ban them this time, they will have to go behind the scenes. We can give them more opportunities in the future; this is the best way to win over Jackie Chan and Guoli in the long run."

Wang Zhongjun was worthy of being a businessman; with a turn of his eyes, he found the "point" most beneficial to Huayi from these things that were very painful for Zhang Guoli and Jackie Chan.

Wang Zhonglei also nodded subconsciously; this was indeed a good idea.

Originally, Zhang Guoli also said that after the gambling agreement with Huayi ended, he would retire peacefully or do behind-the-scenes work.

Now, I'm afraid he has to change his plan and continue to work hard!

By the same token, Jackie Chan also has to hold on and continue acting and working!

At this moment, a knock on the door suddenly sounded, and Wang Zhongjun's secretary walked in.

"What's the matter?"

"Chairman Wang, President Wang, the bureau just notified the time for the industry conference."

Lin Nan's expression was speechless; he was on the phone with La Peikang.

And Liu Yifei beside him was all smiles, winking and provoking him.

"Chairman La, to complain, the time set by the higher-ups is really not the right time."

"Why? For the bureau to hold a major meeting, it has to fit your time? I want to hear why you say this time is bad?"

"My father's flight arrives in the capital that morning; I originally agreed with him to go to the airport with Yifei to pick him up."

Lin Nan's tone carried a bit of resentment; it was a real resentment.

"Haha, understood, coming to attend the son's engagement banquet. But unfortunately, you really can't slip away.

Who told you to directly propose the 'ban' opinion last time? And after that, you took the lead in unilaterally banning artists with bad records? This time, you are the most important person; the higher-ups named you!"

La Peikang didn't give any face at all, and Lin Nan had no choice but to nod and agree, promising not to slip away.

After hanging up the phone, Lin Nan was met with Liu Yifei's mockery.

"Are you stupid? If you can't go, don't I still have me? I'll go pick up Uncle myself; he will definitely be very happy, happier than seeing you!"

Lin Nan shook his head with a smile:

"You go alone? Do you believe that if he sees you going to pick him up alone, his first reaction will be to beat me up? Daring to order his daughter-in-law around like this!"

"Ah? What you said makes so much sense, hahaha..." Liu Yifei leaned on Lin Nan, laughing uncontrollably.

Judging from Old Lin's attitude toward Miss Liu over the years, he really would beat Lin Nan up, beating him regardless of whether he was reasonable or not, absolutely standing on the daughter-in-law's side.

After all, in Old Lin's eyes, Liu Yifei carrying a suitcase is called physical labor, which Lin Nan should do!

"Sigh, you're really lucky to have met me in this life."

Lin Nan looked at Liu Yifei tenderly and said fiercely.

Liu Yifei threw a flirtatious look at Lin Nan and retorted arrogantly:

"But Uncle didn't say that; he said that being able to find me as your girlfriend is your blessing; you have to be good to me, you know."

Hearing this, Lin Nan felt bitter in his heart; truly a biological father!

When he was preparing for the art exam, he even fantasized about having a forest.

Now thinking about it, even if he hadn't seen Liu Yifei at the art exam site at a glance, it would have been impossible for him to have a forest; his biological father wouldn't allow it!

"Got it, you'll have the final say at home in the future."

Lin Nan hugged Liu Yifei and said with a smile. In this life, I accept my fate; I've set my heart on this silly girl.

(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 518 =====