Chapter 88: Agree to star
Chapter 88 Agree to appear
"Old Gu, what brought you here today? It's rare for you to come to my place. Come in quickly!" The man's voice was hearty, and he was obviously very happy.
Gu Liangxiu walked into the house and said, "I don't go to the Three Treasures Hall for anything."
“I heard that you are busy with your new play recently? Why do you, a great director, need my help? Come on, sit down first, and I’ll give you a taste of the good tea I just got last month.”
Gu Liangxiu was not in the mood for tea now. He waved his hand and said, "Tang Si, let me ask you something. Do you have Orchid Street in Orchid City in your hands?"
Although it is a question, it is in a determined tone. Gu Liangxiu has been in the entertainment industry for decades, what kind of people from all walks of life do not recognize him? He also accidentally knew that Orchid Street was in the hands of the Jun family.
Jun Tangshi paused in the act of pouring tea, "How did you know?"
The acquisition of Youlan Street was a confidential project of the Jun family. How did it get leaked?
"Don't worry about how I know it for now. I came here today just to borrow a few days from you to shoot a scene. Do you think you can help me?"
Hearing this, Juntang Shi had a troubled expression on his face. He and Gu Liangxiu were college classmates and friends for many years. Logically speaking, he should agree when he finally asked him for help, but this matter was really not easy to handle.
"Now that you know, I won't hide it from you. The reason why I haven't publicized it to the outside world is because Youlan Street is a key project of our Jun family. It is being expanded and renovated. If you were to take the scene, wouldn't it be Was it exposed in advance?”
"You are wrong about this." Gu Liangxiu shook his head, "Youlan Street is so big, we won't be able to film all of it, and once the drama comes on and becomes popular, wouldn't it mean that Youlan Street is given to you for free? If you advertise on the street, it will naturally become popular and tourists will come. How great.”
"I invited an actress for my new play. She is from Orchid City. She didn't have time to go to the gold market, so I had to make adjustments here. I finally thought about this? What if you don't borrow this Orchid City? Street, I might not be able to hire an actor.”
“Okay, then I’ll wait for your news.”
Gu Liangxiu was dumbfounded, "But you just said you wanted to discuss it?"
Video of horse racing saving lives? Jun Tangshi felt that she sounded familiar for some reason, "You said she is a student? Which school is she from?"
He looked at Gu Liangxiu with a serious look on his face, "Okay, Orchid Street will lend you money. How long do you want it? Do you need anything else? Do you need to arrange accommodation and catering for the crew? Do you still need investment for this play? I'll do it. Just tell me what kind of scene you need, and I’ll find someone to arrange it.”
After pondering for a moment, Jun Tangshi said: "If you ask me to think about it, I have to discuss it with the people in the group. The company is not my sole authority. Come up with a specific plan to see if it is feasible."
"What kind of big shot are you? He is just a student and has never thought about entering the entertainment industry. I shamelessly went all the way to invite him."
There is nothing that cannot be said. Gu Liangxiu told it all and took the opportunity to sell it again.
"Oh?" Juntang became curious, "Is there anyone in the entertainment industry who can refuse a play directed by you, Da Gu? How big of a person is he?"
“Isn’t it impossible to expose?”
“No need to discuss.”
"Hey, she still has this charm. Just two days ago, wasn't there a very popular video on the Internet about a horse racing to save someone? That girl is the protagonist of the video, did you see it? Forget it, you old-timer doesn't even know that. I found it online, and the video matches a character in my play very well, so she must play this role.”
Jun Tangshi became even more curious, "How can a student be so charming that you invite him in person?"
“Lancheng No. 1 Middle School, that key middle school, she still won the gold medal in some mathematics competition. She is really good at both civil and military skills.” Speaking of Yun Sulai, Gu Liangxiu was extremely satisfied.
Jun Tangshi shook his hand and put the tea cup on the table, Yunsu? ! Not only did he know her, he wanted to enshrine her!
"Why are you asking?" Gu Liangxiu looked confused, "It's called Yunsu, what? Do you know him?"
“But, weren’t you filming over at Jinshi? Why did you think of coming to Lancheng this time?” Jun Tangshi asked casually.
Speaking of soreness, how many people are asking for his play! He rushed and was rejected.
This is true. Juntang Shi still believes in the appeal of Gu Liangxiu's drama. As long as his new drama becomes a hit, Orchid Street will also rise with the tide.
Jun Tangshi frowned, why did he become more familiar with it the more he heard it? "Wait a minute, what's that girl's name?"
Knowing that Jun Tangshi was telling the truth, Gu Liangxiu didn't have to ask him to reply now.
“Sooner or later you have to show up.”
“Don’t you still need to write about planning?”
“I have the final say on what plan to write!”
Jun Tangshi slapped the table and said it with certainty, and it was nailed to the iron plate.
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"No." Gu Liangxiu looked at Juntang Shi who had changed like a new person, and he didn't understand, "Why is this?"
When it comes to Jun Muye, Jun Tangshi can't go into details, so he can only say simply: "I know this little girl, she is one of my nieces."
Niece? One is named Yun and the other is named Jun. Which kind of niece are they?
“I’ve known you for so many years, how come I didn’t know you had such a niece?” Gu Liangxiu was confused.
"I admitted it, can't it?" Juntang Shi was confident, he admitted it unilaterally, what happened?
Alright, you have the final say, Gu Liangxiu is speechless.
“Then it’s settled, don’t go back on your word!” No matter what the reason is, just agree.
“Absolutely nothing!”
If it was just Gu Liangxiu who came to borrow it, Juntang Shi would really have to think carefully about it, but when it came to Yunsu, he would be willing to give it to Youlan Street, let alone borrow it for a few days.
“Okay!” Gu Liangxiu left happily. He couldn't wait to call Yun Su, "Ms. Yun, I've settled everything. Now I'm just waiting for your reply."
Yunsu was a little surprised. He didn't expect him to move so quickly. "Can I go to Orchid Street to shoot?"
“Okay, is this still thanks to you?”
“Me?” Yunsu didn’t understand what he meant.
"Yes, the current owner of Youlan Street is the Jun family. Aren't you his niece? He agreed as soon as I mentioned you and asked me to take care of you more."
There is only one Jun family in Lancheng. Yunsu instantly understood that Jun Tangshi really gave her enough face. In this case, she would no longer shirk it.
“Then please, Director Gu, please give me the detailed script.”
"Okay, okay." Gu Liangxiu was overjoyed, "Then you still need to go to the gold market. We will sign the contract, take makeup photos and some scenes in the palace."
“Okay, I can make time this weekend.”
“Okay, I’ll ask Levi to pick you up when the time comes.”
"OK."
Yunsu nodded, and Gu Liangxiu immediately set off back to Jinshi. The two days of delay were watched by the deputy director of the crew, filming some insignificant scenes.
The entire crew of "The Chronicles of Tangun" only saw their director come back beaming and then immediately held a discussion meeting.
“The role of Princess Qining has been decided.” Gu Liangxiu happily announced to everyone.
"What?"
"Really?"
As soon as he said this, some were happy and some were surprised. It turned out that their workaholic director disappeared for two days to do this.
“Is it Shen Ying or Qin Xueer. Or who else?” the assistant director guessed.
Shen Ying made her debut in idol dramas and became an instant hit. She is a popular little girl with delicate and bright looks, many fans, and is very popular. Qin Xueer is a child star who has been watched by the audience and is lovable. Their acting skills are impressive despite their young age; both of them were selected by netizens as more suitable candidates for the role of Princess Qining.
“No, she’s just an amateur.”
Amateur? Everyone looked at each other, so after auditioning so many people, the director was not satisfied and finally found an amateur?
Screenwriter Xu Yanshi sat aside, looking a little ugly, "Director Gu, I haven't even read it, how can I just settle on it?"
As the screenwriter and original author of "The Story of Tangun", Lu Yanshi has a certain say and decision-making power in determining the role. This is also one of the conditions for him to agree to adapt the novel to the screen.
Even though he believed in Director Gu's vision, the role of Princess Qining was the soul of the whole play, and not just anyone could play her. He didn't want flaws to appear, and he didn't allow his hard work to be ruined by others.
"Because I'm sure you will agree to let her play the role." Gu Liangxiu said firmly and confidently.
“Everyone, take a look at this video first.” Gu Liangxiu motioned to Li Wei to play the video.
The light of the projector lit up, casting a shadow on the wall of the conference room. The girl in red galloped on her horse, her movements were nimble, and her fierce momentum almost rushed out of the screen.
Someone whispered, isn't this the girl who was very popular on the Internet two days ago?
Lu Yanzhi almost looked straight in the eyes and murmured: "Qining, this is Qining!" This girl is exactly the same as the Qining in his mind, this role can only be played by her!
His face turned red with excitement, "Director Gu, when can she join the group?"
Lu Yanzhi's reaction was completely expected by Gu Liangxiu. He snorted, "Didn't you just say that I made my own decision?"
"I was wrong, I shouldn't question your vision." Lu Yanshi touched his nose, feeling a little embarrassed.
“She will come over this weekend to take makeup photos, but most of her scenes will be shot in Lancheng.”
“Lancheng?”
Everyone was stunned. There was no film and television base in Lancheng, so how could we film it? This is not a modern drama.
“Youlan Street.” Gu Liangxiu spit out three words.
Everyone suddenly realized that the Youlan Street project was famous throughout the country and they all had great expectations. However, it disappeared later. It has been two or three years now, and now it has been reopened.
“About the shooting at Orchid Street, everyone must keep it a secret. I also asked someone for help to get in. It’s still closed there now.”
Gu Liangxiu gave serious instructions, he didn't want anything to go wrong by then.
“Understood.” Those present were all old men who had been with Gu Liangxiu for a long time and knew his temperament.
After the meeting, someone quietly sent a message.
(End of this chapter)
