434: Chapter 434 The Most Precious Gift

Wrap up.

Late-night snack.

"Director Du, when will 'the mission' be released?"

Director Du Qiyu didn't answer the question, instead asking Lin Chuyan, "Do you know you acted very well?"

With that one sentence, the others from The Five-Man Group chimed in.

"It's really good."

"To be this good while so young, it's rare."

"The final scene was especially good."

Xin Zai was still immersed in the role: "Your improvisation skills are too strong, Brother Lai!"

Finally, Director Du Qiyu set the tone: "Win an award! We must win an award!"

He had confidence in his film.

The story was complete, supported by various iconic scenes, plus the excellent performances of every actor...

"Nickname, I have confidence in you. Therefore, I'm speeding up the process, trying to release it before the Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony to help you push for an award."

Does that mean "Best Actor"? Does that mean a Hong Kong Film Awards Best Actor?

Regardless of whether it works out or not, Director Du meant well.

What else could Lin Chuyan say?

He raised his glass.

"Thank you, Director Du, thank you, brothers, for your support. I'll finish this."

...

Lin Chuyan posted on Weibo again.

This time, the uploaded photo only had six people.

The Five-Man Group + Director Du Qiyu were standing in front of the camera, arms around each other's shoulders.

Caption: [Shocking! A record of early humans taming film.]

Netizens: ???

News of 'the mission' wrapping up spread quickly online.

The internet has a memory; the Weibo post when filming started was made by Lin Chuyan, and now that it's wrapped up, he posted another one.

Damn, 20 days was an overestimate? Finished in 19 days?

The question is: what kind of good movie can be shot in 19 days?

[A feature film in 19 days? How is that possible?]

[Even if it's possible, can it be any good? Won't it be shoddy?]

[It's over, my brother got on a pirate ship and was scammed by Director Du Qiyu.]

[LMAO, no way! They'd need to include all the NG takes to reach 90 minutes.]

[When the editing starts: Director, the trailer is done, where's the feature film?]

[I remember this movie didn't even have a script! Seriously, how did Lin Chuyan shoot it? Was it all improvisation?]

Lin Chuyan ignored the skepticism.

With Director Du Qiyu's superhuman speed, it would be strange if they weren't skeptical, right?

After posting on Weibo, he returned to the hotel and sent a WeChat message to his girlfriend.

Lin Chuyan: "Vid-?"

Ruan Xingyu: "-eo!"

Video call it is. Lin Chuyan immediately placed a video call.

It connected.

It was very late.

Ruan Xingyu on the other end was lying on the bed.

She had taken off her makeup, her face bare.

But Lin Chuyan loved this vibe; it had a sense of reality about a big star.

She held her phone high with both hands.

Lin Chuyan looked down at her.

This angle was great; he felt a sense of familiarity again.

"I was just testing you; I never expected you to still be awake."

"I was waiting for you, otherwise I would have fallen asleep long ago. I wanted to see what time you'd get off work, and I didn't expect—"

"Didn't expect that I'd wrap up filming right away?"

"Yes, hahaha! When are you coming home?"

"Tomorrow, I guess? But it'll be a bit late; I have an appointment with someone."

Ruan Xingyu asked nonchalantly: "Who? A man or a woman?"

Lin Chuyan chuckled: "Such a sensitive woman."

"I'm not, just asking casually. Forget it if you won't say."

"A man, about 70 years old."

"Huh?"

"I have an appointment with Boss Yang to help you make money."

"Help me?"

"Yeah, over at the film company, investing in a new movie."

Ruan Xingyu said it very naturally: "Thank you, hubby. You make money, I spend money, and I'll just spend it for you."

"What could you possibly buy that costs so much?!"

"I've been busy with foundation matters recently, and I've spent a lot of money."

"Alright, alright, that's a good thing, spend more."

"Indeed, anyway, you make money so fast that I don't feel too bad when I spend it."

"Likewise."

This was true; Ruan Xingyu had the backing of Tianxing, and her earning power was even more exaggerated.

"Speaking of which..." Ruan Xingyu blinked, "I haven't bought you a gift in a long time. Is there anything you want recently?"

"I want you."

"That doesn't cost money."

"The most precious gift is the one I want to unwrap every day."

"Oh my..."

Ruan Xingyu suddenly couldn't speak.

This guy, sweet talk just rolls off his tongue?

She resisted the urge to roll around on the bed: "Going to sleep now! Waiting for you at home tomorrow!"

"Wash up and wait for me."

"Pfft!"

...

The next day, Lin Chuyan went to see Boss Yang again.

Director Mu Sheng originally wanted to come along, but the other two said it wasn't necessary—well, they were old acquaintances.

Boss Yang was still sitting on that sofa in his office.

Meeting again wasn't because of 'la la land', but actually 'new police story'.

This was something he hadn't expected.

"Director Lin, sit."

"Boss Yang, it's been a while." Lin Chuyan smiled, "You should still call me Nickname; it doesn't feel awkward when I hear that."

"Hahaha, good."

He appreciated Lin Chuyan's abilities more and more. Calling him "Director Lin" was fine, but it was also good that the other party was willing to lower his posture in front of an old man like him.

'new police story' wasn't urgent; let's talk about 'la la land' first.

If he wanted to get an investment share from the other party, he had to let them hear about the current progress first.

Although Producer Zhang Man reported frequently, it wasn't as clear as when he, the director, explained it himself.

Lin Chuyan began to tell him his detailed filming plan for the future.

His directing skills had improved, and he spoke logically and clearly.

The goal was actually just one thing: to make the other party have confidence in the project.

Boss Yang nodded and brought it up himself: "You are very optimistic about 'new police story'?"

"Director Mu Sheng told me a lot, and it really is a good movie. And also..."

"What?"

"I have confidence in myself." Lin Chuyan smiled, "Rather than saying I'm optimistic about the movie, it's better to say I'm optimistic about myself. If I join, the movie won't lose money."

Of course, there was some bragging in this.

Mainly, this movie was indeed good!

Nominations for major awards, and the male lead, second male lead, and third male lead all won awards in three different ceremonies.

If he doesn't go, who will?

"Hahaha! When you get old, you appreciate the vigor of young people. This movie is basically invested by me and China Film Group. I hold the majority share, so I'll give you a part of it."

Boss Yang lifted his chin: "Speak, how much do you want?"

In reality, it was naturally impossible for him to suddenly agree just because Lin Chuyan acted so imposing.

First, Director Mu Sheng had indeed said all the good things in front of him, implying that this role was meant for him.

Secondly, he really was optimistic about Lin Chuyan.

He had paid attention to 'summer of the little monsters'; 'the mission' had wrapped up, and he had also paid attention to the content; he even paid attention to next month's 'lotus lantern'; coupled with 'la la land', hmm, deepening the binding level wasn't a bad idea.

This was a future partner and worth investing in.

"Then... ten percent?"

"Sure."

Lin Chuyan: "..."

Did he ask for too little?