As the leading Internet company in the country, Hippo Group has always been a holy place for workers. When it was first listed, it created thousands of billionaires in one go. Its salary level is far ahead. A movie ticket that only costs a few dozen yuan at best is of course insignificant. .
Jiang Chen is a joke.
Of course Bian Zaide is also joking.
"Mr. Bian, are you going to have a chat over there?"
Thomas Felson spoke with great discernment. After all, in his heart, Pei Yunxi and Jiang Chen were both highly praised. The relationship with this investor is self-evident, and after being away for so many days, it was natural to catch up on old times alone.
Of course.
This is just one of the reasons.
I want to ask Bian Zaide to leave, but also to prevent this "generous" investor from proposing any more generous benefits.
Sending out hundreds of thousands of movie tickets, let alone the cost, at least he does not have to bear it. But when the news spreads, who knows whether there will be rumors of "box office raking".
After all, those shameless media are always waiting to see his jokes.
He has been planning this movie for a long time and put a lot of effort into it. It is also a pioneering work that breaks through cultural barriers and does not allow any mistakes.
"Adrian, please come too, Mr. Bian has always liked you."
Not only did Bian Zaide take away, but Thomas Felson also got a lot of The Oscar-winning actor was sent away.
“If this movie turns out well, we can continue to cooperate with Director Fei.”
Jiang Chen couldn’t help but think, since someone is so considerate, of course he has to reciprocate the kindness.
“What do you mean when you say the effect is good?”
Maybe it’s because we haven’t seen each other for a long time, but the beauty of the other party is more impactful. Of course, it may also be because of the dress up. reason.
“At least we can’t lose money.”
Jiang Chen looked generously at the face that unified domestic and overseas aesthetics with admiration, “I have seen your promotional video in Haojiang. At least for me, it’s very attractive and shocking. I can’t say how high my level of appreciation is, at least it should be at the public level. I think it’s good, and most people should feel the same.”
< br>“Why didn’t you tell me in advance when you came back?”
he asked.
"Director Fei will definitely inform you, so why bother."
It is of course impossible to hold a press conference in China without hiding it from him as an investor.
“He informed me, and you informed me, can the meaning be the same?”
Jiang Chen smiled casually.
Pei Yunxi, who has officially entered the international stage, did not answer the question, "Your friend seems to be hungry."
Jiang Chen turned around and couldn't help but smile.
The Taoist sister is staring at the exquisite snacks on the tables around her seriously, as if an important business leader like Bian Zaide, a Hollywood director like Thomas Felson, or an Oscar-winning actor like Adrian, And Chinese actresses like Pei Yunxi are not as attractive as food.
Same.
The pure eyes of the Taoist aunt can probably eliminate any halo filter.
In her eyes, people should be completely equal.
"She is the sister of a relative of mine, Duanmu Liuli. Isn't her name nice?"
This "relative" can be said to be the finishing touch.
Jiang Chen then said as if nothing had happened to the Taoist sister who was dedicated to her hobby: "You can eat all those things at will."
Duanmu Liuli didn't feel any embarrassment, she withdrew her gaze and looked at him.
Jiang Chen nodded.
Taoist Duanmu naturally ignored the outside world and really walked away to taste the delicious food.
Pei Yunxi felt a little strange in her heart, feeling that this girl who made her eyes light up seemed a little bit different.
——Strange.
"She is like this. She grew up in a Taoist temple and has not had much contact with people. She just came down the mountain not long ago. Don't mind."
The ultimate secret of lying is to wrap it with truth.
"Isn't she a relative of yours?"
"Yes."
Jiang Chen nodded, "It's more complicated to say, and I don't know much about it. Anyway, after birth Not long after, she was handed over to the Taoist temple, reading ancient scriptures and having a simple meal. Do you feel that she has a special temperament? "
Jiang Chen is completely different and lifelike.
Pei Yunxi also followed his gaze and looked towards Duanmu Liuli.
Taoist sister has already started her career on the tip of her tongue. Although she is full of foodie attributes, she looks very ladylike when eating. She will never wolf down the food no matter how delicious it is. It is very pleasing to the eye.
"Then why is her surname Duanmu?"
"It was the Taoist priest of that Taoist temple who got her name."
Jiang Chen did not continue to explain, as if he was pretending to be mysterious. In fact, there is no way to explain it.
This is all he knows.
Fortunately, Pei Yunxi is not a gossip. If Duanmu Liuli's temperament was not so unique, she might not even ask these questions.
This man has an unpredictable background and has some magical relatives, so it is not surprising.
If Jiang Chen knew what she was thinking, he would probably not know whether to laugh or cry.
In fact, this is the impact of identity.
If ordinary people said that houses will become cheap in the future, no one would believe it, but what if this comes from Bian Zaide’s mouth?
When you become successful, everything you say and do will be subjectively rimmed with gold. This is human nature and cannot be changed.
"Yun Xi, you have given us a big face this time. You have opened a new door for us Chinese filmmakers."
A tall, but A slightly rickety man came over, speaking slowly and hoarsely.
Don’t say it.
The press conference was full of celebrities.
I also know this Jiang Chen. Of course, the accurate description should be that he knows the other person.
Jiao Xiaopao.
The name may not be very elegant, but he is one of the top directors in China, with a career that spans decades.
“I can’t bear what Director Jiao said. It’s because of Director Fei’s appreciation that he gave me this opportunity.”
Pei Yunxi has a light personality, but it doesn’t mean he doesn’t understand the world. .
It is impossible for someone who is really unkind to adapt to the big dye vat of the entertainment industry.
Jiang Chen admires this character more. He can maintain himself while being able to coexist harmoniously with the environment.
"Hey, Yun Xi, please stop being modest. Among domestic actresses, I have always been very optimistic about you. I have known for a long time that sooner or later you will be able to soar into the sky. It seems that I Your vision is right. You said that Director Fei appreciates you, isn't that true? There are so many actresses in the country, why doesn't he appreciate others?" Pei Yunxi was very honest and glanced at Jiang Chen beside him.
"Because of Mr. Jiang's recommendation."
Different from other artists.
Some artists are obviously supported by big bosses, but they are very taboo about others mentioning them.
It is rare to see someone as candid as she is.
Jiao Xiaopao's eyes naturally moved to Jiang Chen's face, and a flattering smile that was not suitable for a great director appeared on his increasingly older face.
"Mr. Jiang, I have long admired your name, I am Jiao Xiaopao."
Looking at his posture, it seems that he is here for Jiang Chen.
Although he is not very fond of this great director, Jiang Chen has indeed seen a few of his films.
As a major sponsor of "Billions of Talents", Jiang Chen was not arrogant and smiled calmly: "What has Director Jiao been busy with recently? It seems that he hasn't published a work for a long time."
Hearing this, Pei Yunxi couldn't help but glance at him.
We haven't seen each other for a long time, and the other party's ability to act in every situation has become more and more familiar.
How does this sound like what you said when you first met?
The most effective way to get closer to someone is not to treat them as strangers.
As expected, when he heard this, Jiao Xiaopao's eyes brightened up, his smile widened like a flower, and his wrinkles almost appeared.
“I didn’t expect Mr. Jiang to pay attention to me. To be honest, in fact, I haven’t produced any works in recent years. It’s because the script is so bad. Without a script, I can’t make good stories anywhere. To make money, just like them, take a piece of shit and feed it to the audience without conscience."
Pei Yunxi is no different.
Jiang Chen is not surprised either.
The character of this great director has long been exposed by the media.
To put it nicely, it is true temperament.
To put it mildly, it is rather vulgar. At the same time, there are still some arrogant people.
You can tell by listening to what he said that he clearly meant something.
Jiang Chen did not answer the question.
As for the domestic film industry, he is actually quite disappointed. It is true that he may not be able to find a few good movies worth watching throughout the year.
But today is different from the past.
Once in the dormitory of Dongda University, as a student, he could indeed join Luo Peng in scolding the film industry for making money, but from his current position, he could no longer do that. Feel free to express your emotions.
Different identities will have different constraints.
From this perspective, ordinary people are really the most "free".
Seeing Jiang Chen smile and say nothing, the outspoken Jiao Xiaopao restrained himself and changed the topic, "In recent years, I have spent all my time looking for scripts, and I have already accumulated several good ones on hand. , only waiting for discerning investors.”
Make your intentions clear.
To be honest, Jiang Chen doesn't mind contributing to the domestic film industry. After all, it helps the world, but he can't be so hasty.
"Well, Director Jiao, if you really think your book is good, we can talk about it later."
Jiao Xiaopao immediately reached into his pocket in excitement and offered it with both hands. "Mr. Jiang, this is my business card.
Come prepared.
What about your ethics as an artist?
Jiang Chen took it politely.
Jiao Xiaopao thought that the other party would exchange contact information, but Jiang Chen didn't seem to have such intention at all.
"Director Jiao, you can contact Yun Xi directly. "
Hearing this, Jiao Xiaopao felt relieved. People like him have long been familiar with certain rules of this circle and are not surprised at all.
" well. ”
He nodded quickly.
The other side.
Bian Zaide showed up for the meeting and left early to save his face.
It is natural that a business leader like him cannot stay here for a long time.
Before leaving, he glanced towards Jiang Chen and saw Jiao Xiaopao getting close to him.
After walking out of the hotel, the bodyguard opened the car door.
Bian Zaide got into a special bulletproof car worth nearly 100 million, "Mobile phone."
An assistant in front handed over the mobile phone.
The bulletproof vehicle starts.
Bian Zaide made a call, picked up the phone and put it to his ear.
The phone rang several times.
"Mr. Song, I just saw that young man at the hotel press conference."
"Jiang Chen?"
"Yes."
“What press conference?”
“Thomas Felson’s new movie, with Pei Yunxi as the heroine and Oscar winner Adrian as the hero, has invested several hundred million dollars.”
"You are so young and romantic."
The other side smiled and said something, and then asked: "How is the situation between you and the Great Wall now?"
"The hippopotamus is not here now We need to make money from the lending business. Since Great Wall wants to keep interest rates down, Hippo might as well do good things together.”
Bian Zaide didn’t answer, but he seemed to.
"After all, the Great Wall is backed by Jiuding, so don't take it lightly."
Bian Zaide smiled when he heard this. The short stature of him now showed an arrogant air of competing with others.
“Great Wall is not a subsidiary of Jiuding after all.”
Succinct and comprehensive.
To the point.
"And when doing business, you can never avoid competition. I'm afraid it's useless."
The implication is that even if Jiuding ends up directly, he has nothing to fear.
But this is also in line with his character.
The existence of this business leader almost takes the principle of not judging people by their appearance to the extreme.
When I was in my forties, I was still working for others, earning a salary that could barely support my family in a first-tier city. Later, I encountered a mid-life crisis in the workplace and was laid off by my company. Only then did I resolutely choose to start a business and spend a lot of money on it. In ten years, the world-famous Hippo Group was created from scratch.
One can imagine the courage of such a character.
"Since you are so confident, then I have nothing to worry about..."
The other side wanted to say something more, but another call came in.
“I’ll answer the phone.”
After saying that, Mr. Song put down the phone.
What phone number is more important than Bian Zaide?
"Everything has been arranged, the lawyer has no doubts, and the family is ready to go abroad."
Mr. Song listened to the phone without saying anything.
The conference site.
In addition to Jiao Xiaopao, there was an endless stream of people who came to say hello.
"How about I send you up to rest first? It's enough to let Director Fei and the others deal with it."
Jiang Chen is quite a gentleman, and he understands how to show mercy to women, but the room reserved by the film team is upstairs in the hotel, and he needs more time. Do you want to give this one away?
Pei Yunxi, who had been honest and sincere before, had no expression on his face and nodded gently, "Okay."
Jiang Chen looked upright, "Then let's go."
"Where is your sister?"
"It's okay, she will stay here for a while."
Fortunately, the Taoist sister will not complain.
The two left the scene and took the elevator upstairs.
Pei Yunxi inevitably drank some champagne, but every time he tasted it briefly. He was not drunk, not even tipsy. In the closed space, the fragrance was accompanied by a faint smell of wine, forming a There was a smell that made the body temperature rise involuntarily.
Jiang Chen stared intently at the jumping floor indicators, following the gentleman through to the end.
Pei Yunxi didn't say anything either.
“Ding.”
The elevator door opens.
Waiting for the other party to take the first step, Jiang Chen followed.
As soon as he stepped out of the elevator, Pei Yunxi stopped, turned around, and held down the elevator that was about to close.
Jiang Chen looked confused.
"Thank you."
"..."
"Don't keep your sister waiting."
The meaning is more transparent.
Are you so wary of yourself?
It can be said that Jiang Chen, who had no distracting thoughts, wanted to laugh, but couldn't, causing his expression to look stiff.
“Want to come in and sit down?”
Pei Yunxi seemed to know how to be polite now.
But at this time, how could Jiang Chen have the nerve to agree? It goes against the character of a gentleman.
"No, you can rest."
He didn't even figure out the room number, so he returned the same way, turned around, walked into the elevator, and pressed the door close button.
The elevator closed slowly.
Pei Yunxi, who was wearing a one-shoulder dress, pursed her lips and smiled, then raised his hand and waved gently. (End of this chapter)