99: Tang Chen: Wait, who was talking just now? Was he hallucinating?

The sun rose higher and higher.

Time quickly came to the afternoon.

The team was still busy with post-production, while Chen Fang temporarily left the post-production base.

Because in late May, he had an important matter – securing the endorsement for Morning Sunshine.

Chen Fang took the company's nanny van and, along with Tang Chen, the stylist, and others, arrived at the headquarters of Morning Sunshine.

Generally speaking, taking on an endorsement involves many steps.

After the brand confirms the celebrity candidate, they will initially contact the artist's team to understand their schedule and willingness to cooperate. If both parties are interested, the brand will arrange for the artist to try on products and shoot samples for senior management to discuss and determine the degree of fit. Only then will a contract be signed.

They were here today for the initial contact, try-on, and shooting.

After entering the headquarters, Chen Fang took the stylist and assistant to the photography studio to try on new products and shoot static photos and dynamic videos.

Tang Chen, meanwhile, went to communicate with the brand about scheduling and cooperation details.

At five in the afternoon, the group walked out of Morning Sunshine's headquarters and left by car.

In the nanny van, Tang Chen turned and said, “I just chatted with Director Yu Jing, the brand director. They are set on you now. If nothing unexpected happens, we can sign the contract in early June and shoot in early June. I will arrange the schedule, so you can rest assured or shoot videos.”

“Okay, thank you, Tang Ge.”

“Oh, right, we have scheduled a fan meeting for June 2nd, recording of 'the brightest star in the night sky' on the 4th, and as a guest performer, you will sing 'the brightest star in the night sky' at a music variety show on the 7th. If you feel you need to rest, we can push back the song recording.”

Tang Chen turned and asked.

It looked like only three events, but the fan meeting and music variety show both required preparation and rehearsal in advance, so the schedule was quite tight.

He and Chen Fang had originally agreed for Chen Fang to rest in late May, but he saw that Chen Fang hadn't gotten any rest.

“It’s fine.” Chen Fang let out a long breath.

He was truly hardworking.

Forget it, earn more, and he would retire in his thirties or forties, or transition to behind the scenes.

Lest he end up like Teacher Wu Zhengxuan, who, despite being over 60, still had to come out and endure spiritual attacks.

Just as he thought of Wu Zhengxuan, he heard Tang Chen say:

“Do you remember Teacher Wu Zhengxuan?”

“I remember.”

“He introduced you to the 'legend of fong sai-yuk' crew. The audition is expected between June 10th and 15th. This is an ancient costume martial arts comedy, directed by Director Yuan Lang. Are you interested?”

“Director Yuan Lang?” Chen Fang was a bit surprised.

From his memory, many old movies he watched as a child were directed by him.

He originally worked as an action director in film crews, and before 2010, he had won all the Golden Rooster, Hong Kong Film Award, and Golden Horse Awards for action direction.

Now there are basically no such films on the market, so he also disappeared from the public eye.

“Yes, it’s the one you’re thinking of; he’s making a comeback now.”

Chen Fang nodded.

Tang Chen continued, “The reason he’s making a comeback is that the investors have a sentiment for this type of film and estimate there’s a market for it, so they invited him to direct.”

“I'm interested. Let's try.”

“However, Chen Fang, did Teacher Wu tell you that you are suitable for Nine Gate Admiral?”

“Yes.”

Tang Chen turned, frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and said:

“This matter is a bit complicated. Let me tell you the whole story. Teacher Wu is friends with the director, but not a member of this crew. He only knew that Nine Gate Admiral is a villain, sinister and handsome, but he didn't realize that this role requires heavy fighting scenes. He probably thought that even if he had to fight a bit, he could find a stunt double, so he mentioned it to you first and recommended you to the director.”

“However, the role of Nine Gate Admiral EErdo requires very high martial arts skills, and using a stunt double is not feasible. The director’s intention is that if you are interested, you can try it. If we don’t meet the requirements, we can also see if there are other roles suitable for you.”

“Combining what the director told me, I estimate that the director heard Wu Zhengxuan say he made a promise to you, so he didn’t want to offend Wu Zhengxuan. He also wants to use your fame to boost the box office, so he sent an audition invitation.”

“My idea is, let’s go and try. If there’s a suitable role, we can act in it. If not, it’s just for networking.”

Chen Fang nodded, “Okay, but I really want to play a villain.”

“Hmm, since it’s a wuxia film, many roles require a martial arts foundation. I’ll find you a martial arts instructor so you can practice last minute.”

Tang Chen didn't expect him to be selected for Nine Gate Admiral; being selected for other roles, making an appearance, and performing a few moves would be a step into the big screen domain.

Chen Fang agreed, “Okay, what kind of martial arts did they set for EErdo?”

Tang Chen smiled, “You’re still thinking about Nine Gate Admiral, aren’t you? Practicing his style is fine too. The director’s setting is that his martial arts are mainly Northern boxing, combined with staff and blade techniques.”

Chen Fang pondered for a moment, “Time is tight, let’s mainly practice staff techniques.”

“No, I said mainly Northern boxing, so practice boxing.”

“I know Sanda. Although it’s not quite the same, there are commonalities. If I demonstrate it during the audition, the director will see that I have a foundation, right?”

Tang Chen looked up, a glimmer of surprise flashing in his eyes, but it quickly returned to his usual composure.

He was truly growing to like Chen Fang more and more!

Skills maxed out, talent maxed out, and a good personality.

He almost wanted to kick out the other two little brats and just manage him alone.

Tang Chen exclaimed, “How many more surprises do you have that I don’t know about? Very good, then we’ll practice staff techniques.”

While Tang Chen was surprised, he estimated that Chen Fang might have joined a club in college and was only at an introductory level, with some basic kung fu.

Although this was insignificant in a real wuxia film crew, looking at the current entertainment industry, where others still had to wear muscle suits, his basic kung fu, combined with his acting skills and fame, made him extremely competitive!

“I’ll let you know once I contact a martial arts teacher.”

“Okay, thank you, Tang Ge.”

“You rest first, I’ll be busy with other things.”

“Okay.”

The car fell into a brief silence again, with only the tapping sound of Tang Chen typing on his keyboard.

Chen Fang looked out the window.

Just as he was about to take out his phone to play for a while, a sigh came from behind him, “Sigh.”

Chen Fang turned to look at his assistant, Song Yu.

Song Yu was the same age as him, three months younger, but a year behind him in school, graduating next month.

The reason this newcomer could be his assistant was, firstly, because he signed so quickly that a reliable senior couldn't be found on short notice.

Secondly, Song Yu was very diligent and wouldn't even slack off. As the saying goes, appearance reflects the heart; Song Yu looked honest, and his eyes were so clear they seemed a bit naive.

Chen Fang asked, “What’s wrong?”

Song Yu sniffed and closed his phone: “I also want to experience being chased by someone.”

Chen Fang suddenly understood.

Heartbreak?

Chen Fang really wanted to say: Just go to the supermarket and take things without paying.

But his noble morality forced him to overcome the bad temptation of his immoral system and suppress these words.

After all, Song Yu hadn't graduated yet and had only been working for a few days.

Chen Fang decided to be gentler, so he wouldn't suffer physical attacks from 996 and also endure his mental attacks.

Ah, he was truly too kind.

Seeing him hesitate, Song Yu thought he wanted to comfort him and forced a smile, saying, “It’s nothing, Brother Chen, just the sadness of a single dog.”

Chen Fang still couldn't quite hold it in and blurted out half a sentence: “Don’t call yourself a single dog.”

Song Yu sniffed, “Thank you, Teacher Chen. A single noble, right? Thank you for comforting me.”

“Hmm, being single is so comfortable.” Chen Fang took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the thought that popped into his head: “Dogs usually die by this age.”

Ah, heavens, he spent his last life practicing drafts for satirizing current affairs every day, until his throat was hoarse. Now, having just joined a new company, facing his benefactor, facing fresh, new subordinates, and a new agent, he had to navigate social etiquette and minimize his attacking power.

He had been holding it in for a week. Did anyone know how he had spent this week? Every day, he could only stare atnoob, taunting him about his short legs and dark face.

Sigh! Could someone just jump around in front of him so he could get his revenge?

Chen Fang took a breath and looked up at the car ceiling.

Forget it, just trick him a little to make Song Yu happy, he wanted to talk!

Chen Fang turned and said, “Um, Song Yu, if you can’t find a partner, don’t always blame others. You should think more about your own reasons. Maybe you’re just too excellent?”

Song Yu: “?”

Tang Chen’s typing hand paused.

Wait, who was talking just now? Was he hallucinating?