Entering the Chinese entertainment industry is like entering a deep sea

Chapter 71: Learn the ways of the world yourself
The next day, Hong Kong's gossip magazines published photos of Li Chen and others in Lan Kwai Fong.

But there are few photos of people being harassed by gangsters.

Li Chen became more certain of his guess.

At the same time, Rong Xingda's Yang Mi has also been paying attention to the news about this senior.

There is also Tang Yan, an artist from the senior’s company.

Yang Mi sent a message to Tang Yan.

When I learned that there was a role offer, I became even more envious.

……

Yang Siwei heard that his boss agreed to meet with Xiang Huaqiong.

His mouth opened wide and he didn't react for a long while.

Li Chen didn't explain much to her, some things needed her to figure out on her own.

After returning to the room, Yang Siwei was still a little bit unbelieving.

Seeing Yang Siwei's expression, Tang Yan asked curiously, "Siwei, what's wrong? What does the boss want to see you about?"

Yang Siwei was very puzzled and said, "The boss agreed to meet with Xiang Huaqi and asked me to reply to them."

The two looked at each other, and Tang Yan asked in confusion: "The boss didn't tell me the reason?"

Yang Siwei shook his head without answering and picked up the phone to contact Zhong Guoxing.

The two parties agreed to meet at Fulinmen.

In the evening, Li Chen brought Yang Siwei and Tang Yan to the banquet.

Yang Shoucheng learned the news first.

Li Chen's unconventional approach was really beyond his expectations.

In the car, Yang Siwei couldn't help but ask, "Boss, why did you suddenly decide to meet?"

Li Chen replied: "Find out for yourself."

Yang Siwei was disappointed and got off the car when he arrived at Fulinmen.

Xiang Huaqiong's son was already waiting at the door.

Li Chen felt amused as the second-generation stars were about to make their shining debut one by one.

After a brief greeting, Li Chen and the other two turned left, took the elevator and entered box 102.

Yang Siwei and Tang Yan looked at each other. They had done their homework before coming.

Rumor has it that if you want to squeeze into Hong Kong's upper class circle, you should first book box 102 at Fortune Hotel.

Unexpectedly, in addition to Xiang Huaqiang and his wife, there was another acquaintance: Liu Dehua.

Xiang Huaqi stood up and stepped forward, extending his hand: "Director Li, welcome."

Long Wu's signature smile is a fake one, and his grip is stronger than that of an average person.

No wonder people say that all Xiang family members have practiced martial arts.

After getting to know Xiang Huaqiang and his wife, Liu Dehua stepped forward to greet Li Chen.

"Director Li, I also watched the press conference for Crossing Guandong. Director Li's words were very encouraging."

"Brother Hua, you are too kind. Isn't Brother Hua also doing something meaningful?"

“I am also following the Asian Rising Star Director Program. There may be opportunities for cooperation in the future.”

The two of them complimented each other and laughed.

Li Chen also introduced Tang Yan and Yang Siwei to Xiang's family.

"Director Li, let's sit down and talk." Chen Lan invited Li Chen and others to take a seat.

During the dinner, everyone talked about the development of Hong Kong and mainland films in recent years.

Chen Lan took the opportunity to express that Zhongguoxing is optimistic about the mainland film market.

And he is willing to cooperate with big directors from the mainland like Li Chen.

The taciturn Xiang Huaqi also said: "In fact, in 95, China Star had cooperation with the mainland."

Li Chen knew that Xiang Huaqi was talking about the Flying Tigers, in which Li Xuejian also starred.

However, at that time, Zhongguoxing was still Yongsheng.

Li Chen neither agreed nor refused.

Xiang Huaqiang and his wife also knew the situation.

Today's meeting is a process for both parties to get to know each other initially.

It is enough for us to show our willingness and sincerity, and take our time.

Li Chen even laughed when talking about interesting things during the meal.

"When I watched God of Gamblers before, I felt that Mr. Xiang's character Long Wu had a big brother vibe."

"I later found out that Mr. Xiang is actually a big shot in Hong Kong, and he played himself completely."

Xiang Huaqiong was also very happy. The role of Long Wu was considered Xiang Huaqiong's masterpiece.

There was constant laughter during the meal, and Tang Yan even took the initiative to ask Liu Dehua for a photo.

Yang Siwei was even more puzzled. They were having a pleasant conversation, but why did they do that yesterday?

Before the end, Li Chen didn't mention what happened yesterday.

Yang Siwei and Tang Yan would not even mention it.

Several people broke up in front of Fortune House, and paparazzi were following them.

Liu Dehua said with a smile: "Director Li, next time if you have a script like Shoplifters, please consider me."

“No pay is fine.”

These words shocked both Yang Siwei and Tang Yan.

It seems that Li Xuejian's coronation at the Cannes Film Festival has greatly stimulated many people.

Liu Dehua is one of them.

For Liu Dehua, film pay is no longer the top priority.

Li Chen and the other two were seen off.

Xiang Huaqiang's family and Liu Dehua also got on the car.

"Hua Zai, I don't think this young man is as difficult to talk to as you said." Chen Lan said with a smile.

"I only met him once, and I just got to know him today."

"But today it seems that Li Chen is not opposed to Xiang Sheng's kindness." Liu Dehua said.

"No wonder you have achieved such a great career at such a young age. You must be very clear about the ways of the world and human relationships." Xiang Huaqi said.

On the other hand, Tang Yan was still lamenting about the fact that Liu Dehua received no pay.

Li Chen joked, "Tangtang, when it comes to emotional intelligence, Liu Dehua is definitely superior."

"If they don't want it, do you dare not give it to them? Will Liu Dehua's fans agree?"

"Do I still want fame?"

Tang Yan was silent, thinking carefully about what her boss said.

Yang Siwei turned around again and asked doubtfully.

"Boss, why do I feel like Xiang Huaqi doesn't know what happened yesterday?"

Li Chen smiled approvingly and said, "Not bad, although he is naive, he is not stupid."

Ignore your boss's teasing.

Yang Siwei said seriously: "Boss, what you mean is that those people yesterday were not arranged by Xiang Huaqiong?"

Li Chen did not answer Yang Siwei directly, but said: "Siwei, it doesn't matter who it is, we haven't lost anything."

"Yinghuang is not the only partner we can choose."

"You must always keep the initiative in your own hands. You must understand this."

Yang Siwei and Tang Yan seemed to understand a little.

The open and covert struggles among the big guys include both big moves in the business world and small actions behind the scenes.

If the boss hadn't pointed it out today, the two of them would never have thought that what happened yesterday was directed by Yinghuang.

The purpose is to tie down the cooperative relationship with the boss.

And the opponent Guo Xing had no idea what was happening from beginning to end?
It is true that it is easy to dodge an open attack but difficult to guard against an arrow from the dark.

After returning to the hotel, Yang Siwei and Tang Yan were still talking about what happened today.

Tang Yan suddenly understood: "When I saw the gossip news this morning, I was surprised."

"Are the paparazzi in Hong Kong so well-mannered? We were harassed by gangsters, but we didn't expose anything."

"Now it seems that someone deliberately didn't want to expose it."

Yang Siwei had figured it all out now, and nodded, "Indeed, if we don't reveal it, who else would know except us, the parties involved."

"Perhaps this is the result that Mr. Yang wants to see the most."

Yang Siwei sighed.

"The boss is becoming more and more like an old fox"

Tang Yan smiled and said, "Why are you sighing? Do you hope that the boss is an honest man?"

"In that case, you and I have to consider finding another employer!"

The next day, photos of Li Chen, Xiang Huaqiong's family, and Liu Dehua appearing at the entrance of Fulinmen were posted.

Faced with media inquiries, Chen Lan gave vague answers.

"Zhongguoxing certainly hopes to have the opportunity to cooperate with mainland directors."

"Especially a young and promising director like Director Li."

"My husband, Andy and I are looking forward to working with Director Li, and we will keep in touch."

"The mainland film market has broad prospects, and we at Zhongguoxing have always been optimistic about it."

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