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Chapter 397: A Silly Wife Has Silly Luck (Please Subscribe!)
"Director Chen, the premiere of The Four 2 will be held on March 3th, don't forget the date."

"Alas, I've been busy lately and my memory is not good. Don't blame me if I forget about it, Mr. Wang."

"You still have so much to do? Everyone knows that you, Chen Dong, are a hands-off manager in the company management. Do you know how everyone calls you in private?"

"Uh, what's your name?"

"Xianyu Dong, hahahaha... By the way, this nickname was given to you by Big Dog Brother."

When the name Big Dog was mentioned, both Wang Changtian and Chen Dong on the phone fell silent for a moment.

Because this person could not escape the shackles of fate and passed away last Wednesday, dying of a heart attack.

Chen Dong didn't care about the nickname that everyone called him behind his back, but instead shifted the topic to the greatest legacy left by Brother Big Dog.

The so-called greatest legacy is actually Galloping Pony.

Although Pony.com failed to go public successfully due to the failure of the bet and instead owed a lot of foreign debts, the saying still goes, a lean camel is bigger than a horse. Even if it declares bankruptcy and liquidates its assets, it will still be a valuable asset.

However, even before Big Dog's body was cold, the family-owned business of Pentium could not wait to start dividing the family property, no, fighting over the family property, no, snatching the family property.

The way you eat is so ugly.

"Well, at the end of last year, Big Dog came to talk to me about the merger and acquisition. I also mentioned it once at our Guangxian shareholders' meeting. In fact, most shareholders supported it. But who would have thought that as soon as Big Dog left, their company exposed so many problems. Now I am not interested anymore."

Chen Dong smiled and said, "I heard that even Ali was frightened."

"Haha, yes. Even a wealthy internet giant like Ali has given up. I guess Pony.com will really be sucked bankrupt by these vampires. It's a pity for the pair of posthumous children left by Big Dog."

Wang Changtian paused for a moment and continued, "By the way, I heard that you are writing a mythological script. Is that true?"

"Really, a big part of why I've been busy lately is perfecting this story."

"From the tone of your voice, it seems that this story is very grand."

"Yes, indeed."

"It's a big investment, isn't it? How about letting us take part in it?"

"Easy to say..."

After hanging up the phone, Chen Dong looked at the draft of "Nuwa Ji" which he had already completed, and thought to himself: "If I want to film this story without any compromise, then the budget of this movie will be higher than that of "Interstellar"."

But the high investment is not the reason why Chen Dong does not intend to have the whole thing alone this time.

The required cast is the reason why Chen Dong is preparing to divide his investment share this time.

Because, according to Chen Dong's idea, he wanted to make "The Legend of Nuwa" into an epic movie.

An epic movie can simply be supported by a few leading actors and a group of minor actors.

What is needed is a group of big-name actors!
However, big-name actors have tight schedules, especially when a movie like Chen Dong requires a lot of work.

Therefore, he needs to give up some of his interests and let the companies behind them get involved, so that it will be relatively easier to coordinate the actors' schedules.

After all, the world is bustling with people seeking profit. This statement is an impeccable truth in any era.

For a film project as big as "Nuwa Legend", if Chen Dong was the only director, it would obviously be too much for him to handle even though he is still young.

But the problem is that while he was writing the script for "Nuwa", Wen Muye's "Dying to Survive" had already started shooting at China Film's Huairou Film and Television Base, and even Lu Yang's "Charlotte's Troubles" was preparing to hold a start-up ceremony at the end of next month.

It is impossible for Chen Dong to ask Kang Honglei and Li Wenlong, two TV drama directors, to be his assistants, not to mention that they also have their own work to do.

Therefore, for this movie, Chen Dong plans to hire two assistant directors.

His request was just officially issued by Dongcheng Pictures and immediately attracted a lot of attention from netizens.

"Wow, Director Chen is planning to train another director? And this time, it's two."

"Look carefully, the two experienced film directors we are recruiting this time must have directed at least one feature film or documentary."

"So what about training the elderly this time?"

"Puchi, do you want to make me laugh to death upstairs?"

"Is there a possibility that Chen Dong is looking for two assistant directors for his next movie?"

"It's very likely... I'm going to apply, but I'm a directing student and I've made a short film before, so I don't know if it's possible."

"Although your qualifications don't seem to meet the requirements, I suggest you give it a try. What if Director Chen takes a fancy to you?"

"Stop being ridiculous upstairs. If you don't meet the standards, you won't even get a ticket."

In fact, this is true. Less than half a day after Dongcheng Pictures sent out the recruitment notice, more than 30 resumes were received in the designated mailbox.

Anyone who does not meet the requirements will not even be qualified for an interview.

……

"The first version of the script is finally finished. Honey, take it and think more about your role."

"Okay." Liu Yifei excitedly took the script that Chen Dong had just asked his assistant to print out before he got off work, thought for a moment and asked, "Will there be any revisions later?"

"Even if there are changes, they are not big. It won't affect you."

As Chen Dong spoke, he picked up the little kid who had staggered out from the ground and kissed him again and again, loving him very much.

"By the way, Guangguang will hold a movie premiere for The Four 2 the day after tomorrow. Honey, do you want to come?"

Chen Dong, who was holding his daughter, saw his wife walking towards his study with a script. He suddenly remembered Wang Changtian's call today, so he asked.

"talk later."

Liu Yifei replied without even raising her head, obviously her attention was focused on the script and she didn't listen to his question.

Chen Dong didn't plan to ask any more questions.

Two days flew by.

In the past two days, Dongcheng Films' email for recruiting assistant directors has received hundreds of resumes. Of course, less than half of them really meet the requirements, no, not even less than one-third.

And these one-third of people will come to Dongcheng Pictures for an interview tomorrow morning.

At the same time, during these two days, Chen Dong revised "The Story of Nuwa" from beginning to end. Although the revisions were not many, what he has in his hand now should be considered the second version of the script.

"Director Chen, the visual effects department said that the post-production of Detective Chinatown is complete, and they want you to come over and review it."

In fact, the first edition of "Tangren" was completed when Chen Dong just returned to China, but he was not satisfied after reading it, so he made this second edition.

However, Chen Dong is about to attend the premiere of "The Four 2"...

"How about this, you ask Team Leader Qiu to make a copy for me and send it directly to my home. I will go to their department's morning meeting tomorrow morning to announce the results."

"Okay, Director Chen."

Seeing the assistant disappear at the door, Chen Dong also stood up, straightened his clothes, then took his coat and left the company.

Rushed directly to the premiere of "The Four 2".

As for Liu Yifei, she had forgotten about this matter long ago, and Chen Dong was too lazy to remind her. Anyway, this woman now studies scripts at home every day and is not as idle as before.

"Director Chen, welcome to our premiere. You have made it even more glorious."

"The Deng Chao I know is not as good at flattering as he is now."

Deng Chao was not embarrassed and smiled awkwardly: "Khan, the gap between me and Director Chen is getting bigger and bigger. I have to curry favor with you. What if you think of me when you have a role to play, right?"

Chen Dong didn't respond. He thought of the "Running Man" that Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV postponed last year for some reason and said, "I heard that you are going to switch to recording variety shows?"

Deng Chao was stunned. Isn't the MC of "Running Man" still a secret? But when he thought that the person in front of him was Chen Dong, he nodded in relief.

"As expected of Director Chen, you are truly powerful. You found out about the contract I just signed last week so quickly."

Naturally, Chen Dong would not explain to Deng Chao that he knew this from the future. After chatting for a few more words, he saw the next guest coming on the red carpet. He did not delay Deng Chao's work and took the opportunity to end the conversation and walked to the front row of the venue.

"Director Chen, this way." Ye Ning waved to Chen Dong from a distance. Beside him stood the star-studded president Lu Zheng, the great director Zhang Yimou, the famous producer Jiang Zhiqiang, and Cai Yinong from Tangren.

Of course, Chen Dong still responded to Ye Ning's call and walked towards their circle.

"Dongcheng is going to recruit two experienced assistant directors. Are you going to recruit them for Director Chen?"

As soon as Chen Dong finished greeting a few people, Jiang Zhiqiang shifted the topic to him.

But in fact, the other party was asking knowingly, because the news of Chen Dong’s new script may not have been exposed by the media yet, but it had already spread among this group of people.

"Boss Jiang guessed correctly. These two assistant directors were recruited for my own crew."

"People in the industry say that Director Chen is planning to make a big move in your next film. Is this true?"

Facing the curious looks from the people around him who heard this, Chen Dong did not hide it and nodded with a smile: "Actually, it will soon be no secret. The investment in my next play will indeed be a bit high."

"Higher than "Interstellar"? Even Zhang Yimou couldn't help but ask.

He got the same answer in the affirmative.

At this moment, there was a sound of people gasping for air all around.

However, everyone became more interested in Chen Dong's new script.

Lao Mouzi continued to ask: "I heard that you are not going to cater to the Western science fiction system this time, but are going to create a mythological movie of our own country?"

"Yes……"

"Which myth?"

"Nuwa mends the sky."

"Just this one?"

“No, this is the key.”

"Is the script ready? Can I go take a look?"

Generally, scripts are kept secret until the movie is released.

But since the person who asked this question is Zhang Yimou, it may not be a secret.

Seeing that Chen Dong agreed to Lao Mouzi's request, Ye Ning quickly agreed: "Take me with you, I'm also very curious."

"Discussing scripts is an artistic exchange between directors. Why are you, a CEO, joining in the fun?"

Chen Dong half-joked to Ye Ning, but in fact he was not rejecting Ye Ning, but using him to reject other people.

Again, a script is confidential and a trade secret until the movie is released.

They were all smart people, and after seeing Chen Dong's "reminder", some of them were about to say they wanted to read the script, but they tactfully swallowed their words back.

Then the topic no longer focused on Chen Dong's new script, but brought up various current events that had happened recently for discussion. It was not limited to entertainment news, but also included national affairs or interesting stories in life.

It was not until the lights at the premiere dimmed that everyone's voices gradually subsided.

They all turned their eyes to the big screen in front of them.

The movie "The Four 2" has started showing.

This movie tells the story of the protagonists being involved in a big case, then pursuing clues, and finally solving the case after many twists and turns and paying a price.

To be honest, not only are the elements the same as the first season, but even the storyline is almost the same.

This doesn't feel like a series at all, more like a remake... OK, maybe it's too much of an exaggeration to say it's a remake, but it's definitely correct to say it's an imitation.

"No wonder I was so vague about the plot of The Four 2."

After watching the movie, Chen Dong muttered to himself.

However, director Chen Jiashang shouted the slogan of 500 million box office at the premiere.

I really don’t know where he gets his confidence from?
The key is that Wang Changtian still believes it firmly.

Forget it. Chen Dong didn’t invest in the second part anyway, so he was too lazy to say anything more.

……

"You went to the movie premiere?"

As soon as he returned home, Chen Dong was questioned by his wife.

He nodded in confusion: "Yes, what's the matter?"

"Then why didn't you call me?"

"Well, you didn't say you were going."

"Didn't I tell you? I remember you asked me the day before yesterday."

"Yes, I asked you, but you said no at the time."

"Did I say that?"

"……Yes."

Liu Yifei nodded half-doubtfully, then opened her mouth and paused for two seconds before saying, "Oh, what was I going to say?"

"I don't know. Think about it slowly."

As he spoke, Chen Dong walked upstairs. Seeing his wife following him upstairs, Chen Dong asked, "Has the copy of Detective Chinatown that I asked someone to send arrived?"

"Oh yes, that's what I wanted to say."

Liu Yifei patted her forehead and then complained: "They say pregnancy makes women stupid for three years, but I didn't expect it would also affect their memory, oh."

Chen Dong suddenly stopped and looked at Liu Yifei.

The latter was feeling upset and didn't pay attention, so he bumped into someone.

"Why don't you leave?"

"I was just surprised."

"What are you surprised about? Are you surprised that I would say that pregnancy makes you stupid for three years?"

"Yes, you've never said anything like that before."

"That's because I didn't realize it before. My memory seems to have become very bad."

"How did you find out? Oh, memorizing your lines?"

"Hmm..." Meeting Chen Dong's gaze, Liu Yifei nodded aggrievedly.

"It doesn't matter. A silly wife has a silly blessing."

Liu Yifei widened her eyes. She thought Chen Dong would comfort her, but what she heard was these words.

Well, it's also a consolation.

But this kind of comfort was obviously not what she expected.

"Let me go, I don't want to talk to you today."

"Okay, I was wrong. It's just that you haven't memorized anything for a long time, so your brain needs an adaptation process, just like a machine will rust if it is not used for a long time."

"You're still calling me stupid."

"Who said that? My wife is not stupid. She is the smartest woman in the world."

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(End of this chapter)