Chapter 1052: Whispering
"Oh, the dinner party has already started. I hurriedly rushed but I was late. Sisters, you really let me down. You didn't wait for me to start. It’s...”
Miyashita Junko, who can almost be called a break-in, came to the party today just like Takada Miwa, wearing a gorgeous kimono.
It's just that she was born with a carefree and reckless temperament, and an informal and informal behavior that did not care about the occasion.
It doesn’t fit the reserved characteristics of Tokyoites at all, but looks like Osaka people who like to show off.
This made her look frivolous and gaudy even though she was wearing a kimono.
Speaking of it, it was like a big butterfly flying into the banquet hall.
And I don’t know if she is really hot or just pretending to be coquettish and want to attract attention.
She was holding a handkerchief in her hand and fanning it like a fan.
All the female artists who were dining were stunned and all looked dizzy.
But despite this, Junko Miyashita, as the number one member of "Haikatsu", is after all one of the founding fathers of the Huajing Club.
The status is different and many female artists dare not be disrespectful.
"Vice Chairman!"
"Vice Chairman!"...
As Junko Miyashita approached step by step, except for Miwa Takada and Yoshimi Ikegami, Son, and a few people like Shizuko Sekiguchi.
The rest of the people bowed slightly and greeted Junko Miyashita with honorifics.
"Okay, okay, it doesn't matter if you don't wait for me, I won't blame you. Anyway, I am an insignificant person, as long as you are all happy..."
Miyashita Junko continued to be weird, which inevitably made the atmosphere at the scene slightly awkward.
The female artists who were chatting so much just now suddenly became silent.
"Sister, you must be thirsty for coming here in such a hurry, right? Stop making such jokes with everyone. Drink some lemonade first..."
As a director, Ikegami Yomiko had a good personal relationship with Miyashita Junko, so she quickly spoke up to smooth things over.
However, Miwa Takada was a little bored by Junko Miyashita, and her tone was somewhat unpleasant.
"Yes, since we are already late, what else can we say? Just hurry up and take your seats. We can't wait for you until it's time for everyone to appreciate the movie. Let’s eat slowly, right?”
But Takada Miwa soon regretted saying such a thing.
There is a special reason why Junko Miyashita is so arrogant and pretentious.
Essentially, I want to show off my achievements in public.
Takada Miwa's attitude just gave Miyashita Junko the opportunity to use the topic.
“Oh my, it’s so sad that the chairman said this. I’m not late for any unnecessary things. It’s all for everyone. I won’t hide it from you, today I could have arrived ten minutes earlier because I met a friend at the door of the hotel and chatted for a while before I learned about the additional casting news for a big-budget movie..."
These words can be said to stir up a thousand waves with one stone, causing a fatal blow to the normal process of the dinner party.
Almost all the female artists felt that the high-end dishes in front of them immediately lost their flavor.
The scene suddenly became agitated.
“What? A big-budget movie?”
“Oh my God! Casting news!”
“Vice Chairman, is it true?”
< br>"What's going on? Who did you meet? Tell me..."
Not to mention the female artists sitting at the bottom who couldn't keep calm, even the female artists sitting near the front row were equally excited.
This is not surprising at all.
Don’t forget, what is the original intention of these female artists to participate in the Huajing Festival?
Aren’t you just here to sign up for a tour to keep warm, looking for career support, and looking forward to good opportunities?
Needless to say, Junko Miyashita's image immediately became taller, and even her slow movement into the table attracted much attention.
And her handkerchief-waving movements, which were originally dizzying, have become more personal and less annoying.
At this time, there was only one person in the scene who looked at Junko Miyashita with increasing displeasure, and that was Miwa Takada.
Of course she understood that this was Junko Miyashita trying to find a presence in the Flower World Club and show off her connections.
Although she was sure that Junko Miyashita's castle would never be able to threaten her position.
But coveting power and enjoying the vanity of being in the spotlight are her true nature, so how can she be happy?
Originally, she asked Junko Miyashita to be the vice-chairman, but she thought that this top "daily activity" leader was famous and had no brains, so it would be safest to let her be her deputy.
She never thought that Junko Miyashita would sometimes get ahead of her.
But no matter how unhappy she was, she couldn't directly intervene or block it at this time.
Because the bait thrown by Junko Miyashita is too attractive to these female artists who are still eager to make progress in their careers and even become famous.
Even the two directors, Yoshiko Ikegami and Shizuko Sekiguchi, couldn't help but ask.
"Sister, what's going on? Please tell me clearly..."
"That's right, Shunzi, you naughty kid, stop trying to impress everyone. Hurry up and say..."
At the same time, the indoor environment that was noisy just now suddenly became quiet.
This undoubtedly shows that everyone is paying attention, and they are eagerly waiting for Junko Miyashita to quickly give answers to what everyone here is most interested in and wants to know.
Even Yasuko Sawaguchi, who just joined the Hanajingkai, is no exception.
Because she was the closest to Junko Miyashita, her smiling face even turned red with excitement, almost holding her breath waiting for Junko Miyashita to reveal the secret.
At this time, only Takada Miwa suddenly felt very uneasy.
This uneasiness was not out of jealousy over Junko Miyashita becoming a famous person and receiving such attention, but because of a vague premonition.
You know, she thrived in the entertainment industry mainly by relying on connections and information.
As far as she knows, in today's Japanese film industry, due to the increasingly diverse needs of audiences, the large influx of European, American, Hong Kong and Taiwan movies, and the popularization of home video recorders, the market is severely hindered.
As a result, the studio system collapsed and faced a complete depletion of funds.
Take this year as an example. Japan's major film companies have invested in only 24 films with an ordinary budget of more than 300 million yen.
This is the year since the 1980s when we have done less work.
Among them, there are only a handful of films that can be considered large-scale productions and cost at least 500 million yen.
Some of these film projects have been completed, and some are currently being filmed and produced.
Among the films currently being produced, there is only one "Dunhuang" with an astonishingly large budget of 4.5 billion yen, which is unprecedented.
That’s the one with an investment of one billion yen, which became a hot news in the entertainment industry not long ago...
"...Oh, the friend I met is Matsumoto Keiko. As for The big-budget movie that requires additional casting is, of course, the Japanese-Chinese co-production "Li Xianglan" in which Kiri Productions is expected to invest one billion yen! , exactly the answer Miwa Takada didn’t want to hear.
Watching Junko Miyashita proudly telling the story.
Miwa Takada's face began to darken unconsciously.
She bit her lip and managed to hold back the bad emotions that arose from her heart. She almost cursed and lost her composure on the spot.
And what exactly is this?
Today, Junko Miyashita did arrive at the dinner party in advance.
And since it was inconvenient to drive while wearing a kimono, she came by taxi. Unexpectedly, she arrived at the Tokyo Prince Hotel in a taxi. Before she could pay off the bill, a stretched Cadillac followed the taxi and stopped in front of the hotel's main entrance.
When Miyashita Junko paid and got out of the car, she happened to bump into Matsumoto Keiko who was getting out of the Cadillac.
Miyashita Junko, who has a straightforward personality, does not know that there is already a discord between Matsumoto Keiko and Takada Miwa.
She only learned through TV news and sports newspaper reports that Matsumoto Keiko seemed to have just become the owner of a studio.
Seeing her coming in such a luxurious car, I was naturally full of curiosity.
Given her personality, what if she didn't go up to her and chat a few words, and get to know the inside story?
As for Matsumoto Keiko, she also had a few meals with Miyashita Junko, but she didn't know that she was getting closer to Takada Miwa.
Although she had made an appointment to discuss something with someone today, she came a little early and it was not yet time to meet, but it was still such a chance encounter.
I readily agreed, and followed Junko Miyashita to the bar on the second floor of the hotel to sit down and drink a cup of coffee.
In this way, Miyashita Junko and Matsumoto Keiko chatted about each other's current situation.
I heard that Matsumoto Keiko actually bought Matsumoto Seicho's Fog Film Factory, and the current financial situation is in good shape.
The script adaptation of "Li Xianglan" is also going very smoothly. Once completed, filming will begin immediately.
Miyashita Junko was quite surprised and envious, and she couldn't help but cling to her.
I then heard that the only difficulty with this drama is that there are so many characters in the drama, and multiple rounds of auditions are needed to select actors.
Especially for the young Li Xianglan, Matsumoto Keiko knew that she was getting too old and it would be inappropriate to star in the film herself, so she was looking for suitable actors in various ways.
Junko Miyashita couldn't help but start thinking, and immediately thought of the sisters from the Flower World Society.
So she asked Matsumoto Keiko for favors and recommended people she knew well.
Unexpectedly, Matsumoto Keiko was very friendly and polite, and always regarded Miyashita Junko as a senior in the industry.
I didn’t feel that my status was different now, so I just put on airs and kept people away from me thousands of miles away.
Although this kind of matter requires respecting the authority of the director, we must ultimately discuss it with Yoshitaro Nomura.
But Matsumoto Keiko was very willing to give Miyashita Junko a face if she could, and specially arranged a day for the person introduced to her to audition.
So, after breaking up with Keiko Matsumoto, Junko Miyashita drifted away.
In his excitement, he rushed to the Huajing Club’s dinner party almost non-stop, and then deliberately made himself noticeable with a shocking move so that he could show off this information to the people of the Flower Club. friendship.
Of course, when this matter comes to her mouth, she will inevitably exaggerate it.
She will inevitably brag about how deep and solid her friendship with Matsumoto Keiko is.
She will also vigorously advocate for Matsumoto Keiko herself and try her best to shape her into the first female star in the entertainment industry to achieve success and become a capital.
Miyashita Junko praised how grand she travels now. She has a dedicated driver, rides in a stretched luxury car, what clothes she wears, what jewelry she brings, and who she is waiting to meet today...
“You don’t know that President Matsumoto is here today to meet with Japan’s most famous director Akira Kurosawa under the recommendation of the famous screenwriter Hashimoto Shinobu to discuss the possibility of cooperation between the two parties. I know Kiri What is the most valuable thing for the studio? It is the rights to adapt Matsumoto Seicho's works. This is why you all want to think about it and go to Fog Studios. The audition is not just an opportunity. There are endless possibilities. Even if you don't get selected this time, you may be able to participate in other films and TV series produced by Fog Studio in the future. ..."
So you can imagine what kind of state the Huajing Club will look like when these details are revealed to the public.
Actually, the dinner party that had just started and lasted for a short time had completely come to a standstill, and no one was interested in savoring the taste of the food anymore.
On the other hand, every member of the Hanajingkai has their own opinion about Matsumoto Keiko.
“Ah, it’s Matsumoto-san, it’s really amazing. They say that actresses will encounter career crises once they reach their thirties, and it will be a downward spiral from then on. I didn’t expect that she did something that no one else did. She actually became the owner of a studio. She is really the most inspiring idol among our female artists! I remember that some time ago, some people said that she was not dedicated to her job. Looking at this now, it is simply a joke. Not to mention that Matsumoto-san has already won all the awards in the Japanese film industry. Do people still have to rely on acting to make a living? From now on, Matsumoto-san will be the one who can share the box office dividends..."
Someone has Rong Yan's female artist must have been a fan of Matsumoto Keiko for a long time, she said very excitedly.
"That's right. Do you all still remember the supernatural incident of tissue paper a few years ago? At that time, didn't everyone think that Matsumoto-san and advertisers would never be together again, and it would be difficult to receive endorsement contracts for commercial performances and advertisements? . But what about now? Not only has the family signed an advertising endorsement contract with Pierre Cardin, but it has also been announced that it has signed an advertising contract with Daiwa Travel Agency for 50 million yuan a year. . Oh, this is the net worth of the highest actress. Look at us, we don’t even have to film, and after this year, our income is not as good as that of a corporate white-collar worker..." This is a self-destructive person. The plaintive voice of the dirty female artist.
After hearing what she said, another female artist who was obviously seated at the back also complained.
"You are absolutely right. Ever since I made my debut in the entertainment industry, it has become obvious that it is too difficult to live on a normal income from filming. I should have known that the life of an actor is like this, instead of worrying about it all day long, It would have been easier for me to find a job in a company, get married and have children. Now I understand that not everyone in this industry has a bright future. Only people like Matsumoto-san can be loved by all the men. Only those who work so hard can become the king in this industry. You guys think, should I offer Matsumoto-san’s photo and worship it as a god? Maybe it can bless me with good results in my audition... ”
There was laughter all around, but the agreement couldn’t be more obvious.
At this time, even Sawaguchi Yasuko began to compliment Miyashita Junko because she unexpectedly got the opportunity to participate in the audition.
“I really feel so lucky! I just joined the Hanajingkai, and I received such news and care in time. Think about it, this is all the favor of Miyashita-senpai, who entrusted us as deputy director What a blessing. If anyone is lucky enough to pass the audition and get such a good opportunity, don’t forget to thank the Vice Chairman for his care.”
Then he turned around and said to Junko Miyashita alone. good.
"Miyashita-senpai, although we are meeting you for the first time today, it is also an honor for me to sit next to you. Here, I must express my gratitude and thank you for everything you have done for everyone. It is possible to get such an audition. I will cherish the opportunity. Thank you so much for your hard work..."
Everyone likes to hear good things. Miyashita Junko naturally smiled and felt that Sawaguchi Yasuko was sensible and fully satisfied.
However, for Takada Miwa, who is in the right position, she feels like she has been forgotten by everyone at this time.
And every word here pierced her heart like a needle.
She was so jealous of Matsumoto Keiko that her eyes were blood red. She never expected that Matsumoto Keiko's personal career would reach this point.
But what's the use of jealousy?
This is how it is in this circle. As long as you achieve results, flowers, applause, money, fame, and admirers will all come to you, and there is no way to stop you.
She really wanted to tear Matsumoto Keiko to pieces, but now she wouldn’t dare even if I lent her ten thousand courages.
This kind of thing can only add insult to injury. If you attack the opponent when he is at his hottest, Matsumoto Keiko may be fine and she herself will be in trouble first.
Some time ago, Michiko Harada, who provoked me, was not the best example.
In short, in her opinion, this is really bad, and it means that Matsumoto Keiko has grown up!
No one in this circle can ignore her.
At first glance, these female artists’ mindless touting seems hilarious, but once you think about it carefully, it’s a bit daunting.
You know, in the entertainment industry, appearance is not everything.
For an actress, appearance is only one of the favorable conditions for becoming popular and gaining audience support.
But having capital support is justice!
Under certain conditions, it is the power of life and death that can determine the fate of relevant practitioners!
Unprecedented panic and uneasiness hit me again.
Suddenly, she began to worry about whether Matsumoto Keiko would hold a grudge and cause trouble for her.
If he really misses her, what will happen to her Huajinghui?
Will her life be better in the future?
It is really worrying and cannot be ignored.
If I had known earlier, I shouldn't have done such a thing just because of Jiaochuan's request.
It’s such a stupid thing to offend such a person after getting such a small benefit...
But the worse things don’t stop here. There is more.
Just when Takada Miwa thought of this and felt regretful that it was too late, she suddenly heard the voice of Ji Shiko Ikegami next to her calling her.
"Chairman! What's wrong with you? Your face! Your face...why...why is it twitching?"
"Oh my god! Chairman! Don't...don't Scared me! Why are you rolling your eyes! Is it because the pufferfish is poisonous?"
Then her eyes turned black and she lost consciousness for no reason.
The last remaining sense allowed her to hear the last sentence.
"Oops, call someone! The chairman fainted!"
(End of this chapter)