Chapter 510
510 Passed
The movie had helped both Jiang se and Lin xiwen. Although it had unfortunately run into Zhang Jingan’s ” rescue mission ” at the Huaxia International Film Festival back then, causing ” events of Beiping ” to fail to win the Best Director award, it had also helped Lin xiwen build her reputation. Shangjia company had been doing pretty well since then.
Most importantly, back then, hou Xiling had good taste. He had set his eyes on the newbie Jiang se. Under his influence, he gave up on his original plan of getting ye yingfei to play ‘doukou’. Instead, he appointed the newbie Jiang se as a supporting role that had a lot of role.
At that time, Jiang se was not famous. She was still a newcomer and did not receive a high salary. She was very lucky to have been signed on for a drama with just 160000 Yuan.
The waiter served Jiang SE’s afternoon tea and some desserts. After Jiang se thanked him, the boy turned back to look at her every now and then as he left. Lin xiwen looked at the pile of desserts in front of her and smiled.
Recently, Jiang se had become extremely popular with ” demon ” and she was also the spokesperson for fedarer. She was even in the limelight now, surpassing Tao cen from century Galaxy.
Both of them knew the reason why he had asked Jiang se out today.
Her manager was Xia Chaoqun. He would probably remind her of her recent situation. Erlang Shen “, which he had invested in, did not have a good reputation. Currently, they were in the midst of preparations for their next drama. The reason he had asked Jiang se out was to see if they could link up the schedule for their next drama.
However, Jiang se had mentioned that she would be meeting her friends in private and not discussing business matters. Lin xiwen tried to guess what she was up to. He was not sure if she was tactfully rejecting him.
He sighed in his heart and decided to give it a try.
“Director Zhang’s a chance to live has been cleared. Do you have any work plans for the next step?”
Jiang se nodded. In reality, she had auditioned for Chesare’s “the prisoner” when she was in France. However, she had not received any response, so she did not know what the Chesare’s final decision was.
If she didn’t receive any news by June, she was prepared to take on other scripts.
“The company mentioned a few scripts, but I haven’t read them yet. I’m also preparing for my postgraduate entrance examination, so I’m not in a hurry.”
After she finished speaking, Lin xiwen pondered for a while and asked, ”
“What if I’m thick-skinned and want to ask you for a favor?”
As he spoke, he picked up the briefcase beside him and took out a stack of documents. He placed them on the table and pushed them toward Jiang se.
this is the next movie I’m going to shoot. The script, outline, and character outline are all in here, Sese. he laughed bitterly, and his tone sounded like he was pleading, ”
“I know that when you came over today, you already mentioned that it was a private meeting between friends and not about business. I don’t dare to rely on our past friendship, so I would like to ask you to directly take on this drama. But if you haven’t decided which show you’re going to take up, can you take a look at my show and give me an answer?”
Lin xiwen stared at her, ”
even if you think it’s inappropriate to refuse, I’ll still accept your favor in the end. If you need my help in the future, I’ll definitely not hesitate.
His request did not make things difficult for Jiang se. Xia Chaoqun had already reminded her about it. Jiang se had actually expected this to happen when she came over. She nodded and placed the documents beside her.
Lin xiwen was a little surprised by his attitude. He was stunned for a moment before he smiled bitterly, ”
“I thought you would try to avoid it.”
“Are you going to reject it and wait for director Lin to come and beg you?”
Jiang se could not help but chuckle. Her jesting attitude had dispelled the serious atmosphere that Lin xiwen had created earlier. Lin xiwen heaved a sigh of relief and continued the conversation.
under normal circumstances, if I didn’t try my best to beg you to accept it, wouldn’t I be more grateful? ”
“There’s no need to.” She picked up the glass of water beside her and took a sip.
“You’re director Lin, not a staff member who needs to get sponsors. You don’t have to bow to me. I don’t need you to beg me for a good script, I’ll beg you for it. ”
She then continued, ”
“Besides, I’ve already guessed it before I came.”
God Erlang ” had suffered losses in both box office and public praise. Even if Lin xiwen could earn back his capital from this movie, he might not have to worry about investors playing with him if he wanted to make a small fuss in his next movie.
However, if he wanted to make another good movie, it would be very difficult to increase the capital.
With the name of a bad film on his head, the actors who worked with him would more or less think twice.
Therefore, if he dared to look for her, he should have some confidence in the script in his hand.
“Actually, I believe that if you weren’t so confident in your script, you wouldn’t have come to me.”
Her words were so direct that Lin xiwen was stunned for a long time. He then laughed bitterly, ”
“Then what you said at the beginning scared me.”
“I’m not saying this to reject you, I’m just informing you of my attitude.” She wouldn’t let her friendship get to her head and unconditionally accept Lin xiwen’s film regardless of the quality of the script just because they were friends.
The reason why they had met was because he knew that Lin xiwen had the title of ” Erlang God “. If he had contacted him through century Galaxy, there was an 80 to 90% chance that the script would be rejected by the company as soon as it was handed over.
Jiang se was currently the most popular A-list female star in the Galaxy of the century. The company cherished her reputation and would be stricter with her when it came to her script. Therefore, she had come out to meet Lin xiwen in private to give him a chance.
back then, I’m very grateful that you gave me an extra opportunity to audition for ‘Beiping’s event’ because of director Gu’s recommendation before I became famous.
Although Jiang SE’s success in acting in ” event of Beiping ” was due to her own temperament, image, and understanding of the role, as well as hou Xiling’s special preference, and many other reasons, Jiang SE’s success was also due to her character.
However, if Lin xiwen hadn’t given her an audition opportunity back then, she might not have been able to become a ‘young girl’ for the rest of her life.
In the later stages of the movie, there might be more opportunities waiting for her after she and PEI Yi met and fell in love. However, the character ‘doukou’ was unique to Jiang se.
I’ve always liked teacher hou Xiling’s works. It’s not easy for his novels to be put on screen. I have to thank you for giving me a chance to act as a character in his work. So, today’s meeting is also something I can repay you for.
Jiang se cut to the chase. She did not flaunt how special she was to Lin xiwen so that he would remember her kindness. She did not speak in a kind tone either. Her attitude was Frank and open.
Lin xiwen’s eyes were filled with mixed emotions. He did not know if he should say that Jiang se was too stupid.
actually, you were able to audition for ‘events of Beiping’ because of your own temperament, which is quite in line with the first half of the life of a ‘doukou’ in the drama, which old hou thinks is from a scholarly family.
“You can’t say that.” Jiang se sighed and thought of Dai Jia.
there are many people who are suitable for this line of work, but the opportunities are few. The right time and place are also needed. She pushed the pastry in front of her in Lin xiwen’s direction, ”
The waiter said that the desserts and afternoon tea here are very good. I have to go back to study in the afternoon, so I’ll take my leave.
She did not touch the desserts and coffee in front of Jiang se. She maintained a rather strict diet. She had been out for half a day, but the most she did was smell the food and drink the water. She did not even touch the fruits on the cake.
When she stood up, Lin xiwen noticed her slim waist. In order to maintain her perfect figure, not only did she need to exercise, but she also needed strong perseverance and perseverance.
after I’m done reading the script, I’ll consider it carefully before replying to your message.
Before meeting her today, Lin xiwen would have thought that anyone who heard her words during a conversation would have tactfully rejected her. However, when Jiang se said this, he believed her.
He nodded and watched as Jiang se left with the documents. The maneki-neko, which was placed at the entrance of the café, was waving at her as she left.
Her figure was bathed in the sunlight, and her light steps gradually left his sight.
Lin xiwen recalled the time when she had come to the company to audition for “events of Beiping” a few years ago. Other than her slightly youthful face at that time, he had the illusion that Jiang se had never changed.
Before she returned home, Jiang se gave Xia Chaoqun a call. She mentioned her meeting with Lin xiwen and the fact that she had accepted his script.
Xia Chaoqun was well aware of her personality and character, so he only responded indifferently.
On the other hand, Jiang se explained over the phone, ”
I’ll read the script first. If it doesn’t work, I’ll reject it. If it’s not bad, I’ll hand it over to you to discuss with the people at excellent company.
Her attitude was also very proper. Xia Chaoqun acknowledged her and asked, ”
“Are you home yet? Anqi already called me and said that the fitness coach will be at your house soon. When you go out, you should put on sunblock and hold an umbrella when there’s sun.”
She had a two-hour fitness class every day. Jiang se looked at the time and agreed, ”
“I’ll be there in half an hour.”
I’ve already gotten someone to prepare all the materials you need for your postgraduate entrance examination. I’ll send them to your home later. That’s all. I still have something to do.
Xia Chaoqun ended the call. Jiang se could not help but laugh as she looked at her phone. Her personality was actually very similar to Xia Chaoqun’s in a certain aspect. This was the reason why they had always been on good terms ever since they had started working together.
After taking a shower that night, she called PEI Yi. Before going to bed, Jiang se looked through the movie materials that Lin xiwen had given her. Just as she was about to switch off her phone and read the script properly, the ‘shut down’ sign appeared on the screen. Before she could tap on it, the phone started playing piano music. She turned off the switch, and the name ‘chessaray’ flashed on the screen.
“Ji Jiang, am I disturbing you?”
It was ten O ‘clock at night in China. When Jiang se heard chessaray’s voice, she could not help but feel overjoyed.
“In fact, if you had called me a little later, I might have turned off my phone.”
“Hahaha, then I’m really lucky.” Chessaray laughed out loud. Jiang se shook her head.
no, I’m the lucky one. In fact, I’ve been waiting for your call for a long time.
“What a smart girl!” When chessaray heard her, he laughed again. His voice over the phone was filled with unconcealed joy. His laughter had already conveyed the good news to Jiang se.
you auditioned for the role of Shireen in ‘the prisoner’. The investors have seen it and are very satisfied with it. He paused for a moment. now, my dear, tell me. Do you still love ‘Shireen’? do you want to have her? If you still desire her, this role is yours!”
Although Jiang se had already guessed this when Chesare called, she could not help but feel overjoyed when he told her that he had confirmed that he would be playing the role of Shireen in ” the prisoner.
“I’ve been waiting for this good news for far too long!”
It had been so long that Xia Chaoqun even thought that Jiang se might not have the chance to play the role anymore. It was only then that chessaray finally called.
“Jiang, there’s a Chinese saying that describes wine: the older it gets, the more fragrant it becomes.” Chessaray joked with her, ”
“The longer I wait for this call of mine, the more surprised I feel.”
After saying this, chessaray explained, I’m sure you know why it’s been delayed for two months. I need some time to convince the investors.
No matter how famous Jiang se was, she had a Chinese face. For a commercial film like ” Lost City ” to have a Chinese face like Tao cen, it was obvious that she was aiming for the box office. Furthermore, she did not have many scenes, so the role was dispensable. That was why she passed the film easily.
However, in ” the prisoner “, Shireen’s presence was very important even though she did not have many scenes.
Back then, Chesare had agreed to shoot the ” Lost City ” series in exchange for a large investment in ” the prisoner “, and he had absolute power in the shooting of ” the prisoner “. However, the fact that the actors were not Westerners still gave the investors a headache, and they were afraid that the Western audience would not accept it.
This was not only because of Jiang SE’s lack of fame. Even though Jiang se had performed exceptionally well at the audition that day, and even though Chesare believed that no one else was more suitable for ” Shireen ” than her, the investors had not relented.
For this reason, censarre spent ‘a little’ time and means to persuade him. but after the news was confirmed, I informed you first. I will contact your agent later. You should arrange your time as soon as possible to go to Rome and prepare for a series of things such as signing the contract. I look forward to working with you very much.
chessaray, thank you. I’m also looking forward to working with you.
He briefly explained the process of convincing the investors. However, Jiang se could guess that it would not be easy. As soon as she finished speaking, chessaray laughed.
the best way to thank me is to bring Shireen to this world. Let the world’s audience go crazy for her, feel her charm, and resurrect a small character in Matthew’s work. That’s the result I want.
There was no need for chessaray to say such things. When Jiang se mentioned the content of ” the prisoner “, chessaray no longer avoided the topic. After confirming that Jiang se was joining the crew, he was willing to reveal more.
in fact, I’ve been working on adapting the script for this drama since ten years ago. It’s more or less the same now, but the early preparations still need some time. By the way, after moving her onto the screen, I’m going to change her name to ‘God’s redemption.’ Jiang, what do you think? ”
“God’s redemption?”
Jiang se mumbled to herself. Chessaray replied, ”
“Yes, I am. Although the prisoner isn’t bad, let me pay my respects to Matthew with God’s redemption.”
The script was indeed full of ‘redemption’, but it was still unknown whether this’ redemption ‘would be a blessing or a curse. This could be considered a different kind of irony by Chesare. Compared to the name’ the prisoner’, it was more ironic to point out the core meaning of the novel.
I’m sure Matthew will like the name. You’ve understood his intention.
“”I knew you would understand.”