Backtracking to the Age of Literature and Art

Chapter 468 Give a stick, feed a sweet date

On the evening of the 22nd, Yu Dong invited Zhao Baogang, Yunlong Yunlong and Feng Yuanqian to have dinner together.

Originally, Jiang Wenli and his wife and Zheng Xiaolong were also invited, but unfortunately, they were not in Yanjing during this time.

After dinner, Yu Hua and the others went to play cards, and Yu Dong pulled Zhao Baogang to his room, planning to chat with him alone for a while.

After entering the room, Yu Dong first poured a cup of tea for Zhao Baogang, "The hotel doesn't have any good tea, so you can just drink it, old Zhao."

"I don't choose, as long as you don't drink it to death." Zhao Baogang took the teacup and said with a smile.

Yu Dong poured himself a glass of boiled water and sat face to face with Zhao Baogang. He looked up and down at Zhao Baogang. Although he drank some wine at night, Zhao Baogang was in good condition.

"Old Zhao, I heard from Yu Liang that you still have some concerns about signing with Shen Kong?"

Zhao Baogang looked up at Yu Dong in surprise, he didn't expect Yu Dong to talk to him about it.After pondering for a while, Zhao Baogang asked: "Yu Dong, I'm not quite sure what position you are talking about with me now. Is it a chat between friends, or are you representing the Deep Space Company?"

"The latter." Yu Dong said simply.

"Plenipotentiary?" Zhao Baogang asked again.

Yu Dong nodded, "Well, the plenipotentiary is a higher level than Yu Yu talked to you about."

Now it was Zhao Baogang's turn to look at Yu Dong.

Zhao Baogang raised the cup to cover the lower half of his face, his eyes flicked up and down on Yudong.

Yu Dong was not drunk, Zhao Baogang was sure of that.

Yu Dong was not joking either, Zhao Baogang was also sure of this.

Then his previous guess that "Yu Dong has a shareholding in Deep Space" has been confirmed. Yu Dong should be the small boss of Deep Space China.

Zhao Baogang smiled: "Yu Dong, you are not only one step ahead in creation, but you also leave others far behind in business."

Yu Dong smiled and did not deny it.

Zhao Baogang added, "Since this is the case, let me tell you the truth. In my current situation, there is no need to sign a contract with Deep Space Corporation. I know that Deep Space Corporation has a big business and has the right to speak, but no matter how many resources you have , Movies and TV series must be filmed and acted by someone. In this area, I don’t need deep space. If there is any project, we can cooperate, just sign the contract.”

Yu Dong nodded, "Okay, then I won't sign the contract."

Just as Zhao Baogang was about to drink water, when he heard Yu Dong's words, he put down his glass in surprise and stared at Yu Dong, "Did I hear you right? You mean, don't sign the contract?"

Yu Dong laughed, "Old Zhao, why are you surprised? Isn't it what you want if you don't sign the contract?"

"I thought you left me alone to persuade me."

Yu Dong shook his head, "I don't like doing such inefficient things."

"Then why did you bring me here, just buy me a cup of tea?"

Yu Dong shook his head again, put down his water glass, got up and walked to the window, looking at the continuous flow of the road outside, he said, "Lao Zhao, actually, I think signing a contract with Shenkong is the best choice for you... …Don’t get me wrong, I’m not trying to persuade you to sign a contract, I’m just giving you a brief overview of the situation. From your point of view, Deep Space is a private capital with its own mode of operation. It’s very likely that you will enter it I can understand being held back."

"Maybe." Zhao Baogang nodded.

"I came to you today to talk to you about cooperation."

"Cooperation?" Zhao Baogang wondered, "What kind of cooperation?"

If it is a cooperation like "Don't Talk to Strangers", Yu Dong should not come to talk about it at all, because they have been carrying out this kind of cooperation, especially after Haiyan signed a contract with Deep Space, they will have many projects together in the future cooperate.

"Old Zhao, have you ever thought about starting your own company?"

"start a company?"

The corners of Zhao Baogang's eyes twitched. He really had such thoughts.

In the past two years of filming TV series, he always felt a sense of restraint, unable to let go of his hands and feet, so he sometimes wondered if he could start a company by himself, find a group of people, and produce the TV series he wanted.Don't ask for this, sue that.

But it is not easy to do this. Many times, the idea is dismissed by myself as soon as it comes out.

Yu Dong suddenly mentioned this. Who did he hear?
After thinking wildly for a while, Zhao Baogang said, "I'll just be honest and make TV dramas. How can I start a company?"

Yu Dong smiled, he knew Zhao Baogang's words were insincere.

"Old Zhao, let's be honest with each other. I can fully represent Deep Space Corporation, so the result of the conversation between you and me is absolutely achievable. If you want to start your own company, Deep Space Corporation can buy shares Form to cooperate with you."

Zhao Baogang rubbed his head, "Let me slow down for a while, I was confused by you all of a sudden. Why did we talk about buying shares and starting a company while chatting?"

"It's okay, think about it for a while."

Yu Dong went to pick up the kettle to add some water to Zhao Baogang.

In fact, this matter was originally intended to be discussed with Zhao Baogang, but Yu Dong decided to talk to Zhao Baogang in person, which can also show the sincerity of Deep Space.

I want to sign Zhao Baogang not only because he is an excellent director, but also because he has strong connections in the film and television industry.

Deep Space wanted these connections, so Zhao Baogang proposed to cooperate to start a company when Zhao Baogang was unwilling to sign the contract.

In fact, it would be better for Zhao Baogang to start his own company. In this way, Deep Space can not only use Zhao Baogang's contacts, but also share risks and reduce personnel, so as to prevent the future from being too big.

After about 10 minutes, Zhao Baogang looked up at Yu Dong: "If I agree, how much is Deep Space Company willing to invest? What about the shares?"

Yu Dong showed a smile, since Zhao Baogang had this idea, then everything is easy to talk about.

"The company has drawn up a contract. I'll have someone send it to you for a look later. If you have any other ideas, I'll ask you to talk to me. If the margin can't meet your demands, you can come to me again. .Of course, if you have any ideas now, you can also tell me."

"I..." Zhao Baogang opened his mouth, and finally shook his head, "Let's wait until we see the contract."

Yu Dong raised his glass: "I hope to meet again next time, we are partners."

"Okay." Zhao Baogang nodded, and also raised his cup.

……

When Yu Dong talked about cooperation with Zhao Baogang, "Golden Dreamland" had already appeared in major bookstores in New York.

Tyler went to the Little Bear Bookstore early in the morning.

She wore a pair of headphones, and the other end of the headphones was plugged into a CD player, which contained the "Golden Dreamland" EP she bought a few days ago.

These days, she listens to this mini album countless times every day, and imagines the plot of "Golden Dreamland" countless times in her mind.

The cashier Jenny saw Taylor and said with a smile, "Taylor, I've prepared your book for you."

Taylor stepped forward and took the book from Jenny, "Is this book 'Lucky Book'?"

When the "Golden Dreamland" EP came out, Deep Space officials issued a notice saying that there were a batch of "lucky books" with special marks in them. As long as readers bought these "lucky books", they could get a copy of "Golden Dreamland" for free. "EP.

Jenny shrugged her shoulders, "Who knows, but do you still care about this? Don't you already have a copy of "Golden Dreamland"?"

While talking, Jenny pointed to Taylor's CD player.

"Who doesn't want to be the lucky one?"

Taylor smiled, and after paying for the book, she took the book and went upstairs. She wanted to find a good place to finish reading "Golden Dreamland" quietly.

……

What Taylor wanted was doomed to fail.

Because today is the day when YU's new book is released, Bear Bookstore has been flooded with a large number of customers since the morning.

Like Taylor, these customers bought a copy of "Golden Dreamland" after entering the bookstore, and then went directly upstairs.

So, soon the upper floors of Little Bear Bookstore were full of people.Many book lovers don't have chairs to sit on, but they won't leave. They just find a place to stand and read a book.

Doug Liman didn't stay in the bookstore for too long, and returned to his residence after getting the book.

Not long ago, he got the script of "Butterfly Effect", and these days, he has been studying the script.

Before getting the script, Doug Liman had a lot of his own ideas about the movie, but when he got the script, most of those ideas in his mind disappeared.

The "Butterfly Effect" written by YU is completely different from the novel "Chaos Diary" and the Chinese version of "Butterfly Effect".Although the same setting is used, it is a completely different story.

And this new story is even better than he expected.

These days, he wakes up very early every day, and then starts to study the script, and even begins to draw shots for the movie.He knew that if he didn't put in all his efforts, he would be sorry for such a good script.

But work is work, and YU has a new book, so he naturally wants to read it.So this morning, instead of rushing to study the script, he went to the bookstore to buy a copy of "Golden Dreamland".

At this point, one morning has passed.

The moment Doug Liman closed the novel, there was only one thought in his mind: I want to shoot!
He couldn't even wait for a moment, and couldn't wait to dial Jimmy's phone.

Jimmy had just had lunch and was about to make some tea and enjoy a rare leisure time at noon, but Doug Liman's phone call came at an inopportune time and disturbed his tranquility.

"Hey Doug, what's up?"

"Jimmy, I watched "Golden Dreamland." Doug Liman said with some excitement.

Jimmy responded indifferently, "Well, does it look good?"

"It's very beautiful, so I want to make it into a movie."

Jimmy frowned, and thought to himself that Greg Liman, a rich second generation, thinks it's right.

"Butterfly Effect" hasn't started yet, and another low-budget film that Yu Dong said is also under planning, why is he suddenly going to make "Golden Dreamland" again.

But for Doug Liman, Jimmy has enough patience, he said with a smile: "Doug, I understand your mood. The novel "Golden Dreamland" is really good, and I like it very much, but it needs to be filmed. Is it too early to make a movie? I just gave you the script of "Butterfly Effect" a few days ago, have you finished reading the script?"

"I've seen it many times." Doug Liman smiled and said, "Jimmy, don't get me wrong, I'm not going to shoot right now. The reason why I called you is to tell you that if this novel is going to be adapted into a movie , you must consider me."

Jimmy smiled and made a pie for Doug Liman: "Doug, if you can make the first two films well, there is no big problem for you to make "Golden Dreamland". You know, in front of YU I He said a lot of good things for you, and he appreciates you very much. But you haven't proved yourself yet, do you understand what I mean?"

"Understood." Doug Liman nodded, "When can I get the script of that movie? I want to make that movie as soon as possible."

"Don't worry about it, it will come out soon, YU's efficiency has always been very fast." Jimmy smiled, "By the way, "Sniper Phone Booth" will be released in a few days, and our company is going to organize to watch it together. Is it time?"

"Of course." Doug Liman said briskly, "I'm planning to buy tickets in these two days."

"Then don't buy it, and watch it with us when the time comes."

"No problem, by the way, I saw some news that YU participated in "Sniper Phone Booth", is it true?"

"Haha, I'll see when the time comes. Well, I still have something to do here, let's talk about it later."

After talking on the phone with Doug Liman, Jimmy didn't take a break anymore, and called his assistant to the office again.

Jimmy first asked about the ownership of the copyright of "Bourne's Identity", and the assistant told him that the copyright was in the hands of Roger Young and it would not expire in two years.

"Okay, don't worry about it for now, just remember this."

Then Jimmy asked about the "Take Her Eyes" movie.

"The filming stage is over, and I'm busy with post-production. I confirmed with Director Harold that he can attend today's deep space annual meeting."

Jimmy nodded, "You have to keep an eye on the movie "Bring Her Eyes". It's very important, even more important than YU's adaptation of the novel."

The assistant was a little puzzled by Jimmy's words, "Isn't YU's work the most important?"

Jimmy smiled and explained, "Yes, YU's works are the most important to our company, but his novels are adapted into movies, we don't need to worry too much, because there are successful examples, and there are more than one. We are now It depends on whether the adaptations of other Chinese writers’ novels can be successful.”

"I understand." The assistant smiled: "I think it can be successful. I have read this novel and it is very appealing. Harold's ability to direct is also outstanding."

"I hope your judgment is correct."

"Jimmy, are you not worried about the box office of "Sniper Booth" at all?"

Jimmy shook his head, "Don't worry, this movie will definitely make money, it's nothing more than making more money and making less money. As for the result, it will come out soon, won't it?"

……

When the Americans were celebrating Christmas Eve, Yu Dong was collecting homework from the students.

Yu Dong had already accepted the assignment "I lived for 1 years", but the students did not perform well the first time, so Yu Dong gave them some more time.

Looking at the nine assignments in his hand, Yu Dong said, "Well, this is the last time. Do you have the confidence to impress me?"

None of the two majors responded to Dong.

Yu Dong asked again, "Are you confident?"

Zu Feng raised his hand and replied, "Yes."

But the sound is not loud, and there is no confidence in listening.

Yu Dong curled his lips and said, "Look at how cowardly you are."

After thinking about it, Yu Dong said again, "It's the last time anyway, let me tell you about the reward."

Upon hearing the award, the students raised their heads one after another.

Yu Dong pressed his homework with his hand, "I'm preparing to write a movie. Among the nine assignments, as long as there is something I use, I will write the corresponding name in the screenwriter column. If there is any group that writes in particular Alright, then I won’t write it myself, I’ll just use yours. Not only will your script be made into a movie, but I’ll also pay you a screenwriting fee. Isn’t this a generous reward?”

"Rich, rich." Zhang Changjiang said eagerly.

Yu Dong smiled, "As for whether you can get it, it depends on whether you have the ability. That's enough, get out of class is over."

After finishing speaking, Yu Dong turned around and left the classroom with his homework.

He left, but the students didn't move, but started discussing enthusiastically.

Zhang Changjiang patted his head, very annoyed, "If you know that the reward is so generous, I will be more serious."

Nie Yuan looked at Zhang Changjiang, "How dare you not be serious, you didn't scold Teacher Yu enough?"

When it comes to Teacher Yu swearing, Zhang Changjiang has lingering fears. Although he has a thick skin, it is really difficult for Teacher Yu to swear.

When the homework was handed in last time, everyone did not behave very well. Yu Dong scolded the students all over the place. Some of them were not able to bear it mentally, such as that girl Hu Jing, who was crying badly.

Zu Feng watched the students discuss, pursed his lips, and said to himself that Teacher Yu is really loved and hated.

Teacher Yu is indeed very powerful. His research on literature is beyond the imagination of these students. As long as he doesn't scold others, taking his class is a kind of enjoyment, and you can really learn something.

But it's a bit difficult for Mr. Yu not to swear. He has too high demands on his students.Sometimes Zu Feng even wondered whether the serious Chinese students could meet what Teacher Yu Dong asked of them.

And no matter how strict Yu Dong puts forward, the students will work hard to fulfill them, not only because they are afraid of Yu Dong scolding them, but more importantly, Yu Dong can always pinch their seven inches and give them a stick. Feed a sweet date.

(End of this chapter)