Tokyo Bubble Life

Chapter 830 838, the highest level of lying!
After returning to the studio, Naoki Nagayama discussed the idea of ​​the new movie with Otomo Yoshimura.

"It's only been one day. I just told you yesterday, and then you told me today that you had finished the script yesterday afternoon?" Yoshimura Otomo flipped through the script in his hand in surprise. The title on it clearly read "The Camera Can't Stop."

"Yeah, all you need are hands!" Naoki Nagayama had a calm face and a flat tone, but his eyes never left Yoshimura Otomo's slightly twitching expression.

This kind of tangled expression of surprise when one knows that others are pretending but still can’t help it, you will never get tired of seeing it!

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Yoshimura Otomo took a deep breath, calmed himself down, and continued reading:

"Naoki-san's "Don't Stop the Camera" looks like a comedy?"

"No, this movie starts out as a horror film, then turns into a comedy later on, and in the end, you'll find it's an inspirational drama." Naoki Nagayama explained the concept of a play within a play to Otomo Yoshimura, and then talked about the editing and splicing that would take place later.

"So, the first half hour of the film can be said to be a completely shoddy movie?"

Yoshimura Otomo couldn't believe it.

“Will anyone continue to watch it?”

"Of course they will," Naoki Nagayama said. "After all, they definitely want to see what kind of bad movie Naoki Nagayama will make."

Yoshimura Otomo looked up at his friend and asked, "Is it okay for you to not care about your own fame?"

“Besides, even for the beginning ones, I tried to make them interesting.”

Naoki Nagayama said that the unknown director of the future has no choice, no money and nothing else, so he has to keep things simple, but even a rough work can add something interesting.

"Well"

Yoshimura Otomo was a little worried when he saw the "one-shot big planning challenge" in the script.
"Naoki-san, you should know that at your current level, if the box office of 'Keep the Camera On' is not good, the audience will be crazy about it!"

In fact, this is true. With Naoki Nagayama's current achievements, he must be more cautious in choosing new projects. If he makes a bad movie or even a mediocre movie, his reputation will begin to collapse.

You have raised everyone's expectations too high. If they are not met, it will naturally cause dissatisfaction.

This is also why the more famous directors and actors are, the more cautious they are in choosing new plays. Of course, if you want to make money and don't care about the reputation, then there's nothing to say.
"Haha, Otomo-san, don't underestimate this movie!" Naoki Nagayama said with a smile, "It will make people think deeply, especially those related to the movie."

Whether it is the attempt to shoot the entire film in one take or the shooting technique of the play within a play, especially the director's statement in the movie that breaks through the three-dimensional world, "Don't stop the camera." These are all extremely trendy for this era and can be seen as pioneering experiments in film.

"But there is a very important point." Naoki Nagayama said.

"what?"

“I’m going to buy a state-of-the-art camera.”

The cameras of this era were not as high-tech as those later on. The ones that used videotapes were generally very large, so it was difficult to shoot handheld unless the cameraman could easily lift more than 50 kilograms with one hand.
"I will explain this matter clearly," Yoshimura Otomo nodded. He naturally supported this.

"That's good," Naoki Nagayama said with a relaxed look, "By the way, Otomo-san, didn't you say last time that the Cat's Eye sisters didn't have any scenes to shoot for the time being? Let's let them participate this time."

"Hi!"

Just as the two continued to chat about movie-related things, the office door slammed open, and Idou Shuichi, with a red face, walked in with heavy steps. At the same time, a smell of alcohol rushed into the office.

"Otomo-san, Naoki-san?" Idou Shuichi was a little surprised to see Nagayama Naoki, "You're in the studio today?"

"Yeah. Let's talk about some new movie projects."

Naoki Nagayama briefly talked about the new movie, then glanced at the clock and asked curiously:

"Xiuyi-san, there is still some time left at noon. Who are you going to socialize with?"

"Ah, a director of the Ministry of Culture."

Idou Shuichi didn't ask much about the movie, but instead talked endlessly about his previous social engagements.
"These officials are so lucky. They find an excuse to get information and go out to drink wine in broad daylight, and other people pay for it. Otherwise, how can you say that being an official is good~"

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This is true. In a society like Japan where class is rigid, as long as you are in an important position, there will be countless people who want to treat you and build relationships with you.
"So is it Xiuyi-san who paid this time?" Yoshimura Otomo was not surprised, but asked with a smile.

"Of course, I also said a lot of good things about our tree friends and asked them to take care of me~" Although Idou Shuichi drank, he was not drunk and his mind was still clear.

This guy suddenly lowered his voice, attracting the attention of two people:
"Otomo-san, Naoki-san, let me tell you, I heard a lot of strange news from there today."

He glanced at Naoki Nagayama:
"Remember the 'Paradise Lost' we talked about before? That person actually said he heard a rumor that it was written by Naoki-san!"

When Yoshimura Otomo heard this, he was delighted:
"Naoki-san? Hahaha, is that so exaggerated?"

They had never doubted this. Although Naoki Nagayama was a well-known writer, most of his previous works were pure love novels.
From the perspective of literary style, the romantic sophistication and open-mindedness of seeing through human nature in "Paradise Lost" could not have been written by someone of his age!
"Yeah, I was also stunned when I heard it. These guys in the literary circle are so exaggerated when spreading gossip now!" Idou Shuichi patted Nagayama Naoki on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Haha, it must be that Sato has not been found, so they are guessing everywhere, Naoki-san, don't you think so?"

"Forehead"

At this moment, Naoki Nagayama's heart felt as if a huge rock had hit it, and it was surging.

It was only yesterday afternoon that Kuniharu Morikawa told me that the news had leaked out, but how come it had reached the Ministry of Education this morning and even reached Shuichi Ido!

After all, he did not sit there and remain calm even when the sky was falling. At this moment, an expression of surprise appeared on his face. Then he looked at Idou Shuichi and Yoshimura Otomo who were staring at him. It seemed that the two of them had become suspicious. After all, the news came from the Ministry of Education!

Naoki Nagayama quickly adjusted his tone. He was ready to deal with the news yesterday. He did not admit it, did not take the initiative, and did not refuse it. He was like a scumbag. This is the only way to avoid any negative association with "Paradise Lost".
However, when facing his two good friends, he naturally needs to change a little. He can't lie to them, but he also can't admit it. This really tests his acting skills!
"Ah, I've been discovered!" Naoki Nagayama's face changed, and he slapped his thigh hard, saying, "In that case, I won't hide it from you two. Paradise Lost was written by me!!!"

“???” “.”

Idou Shuichi and Yoshimura Otomo looked at each other. They felt that there was something wrong with Naoki. He admitted it too quickly and didn't seem to feel guilty at all.
Naoki Nagayama looked at the two people's doubtful expressions and continued:
"Hurry up and give me your applause and admiration! When we talked before, weren't you full of respect for me as the author?!"

"!!!"

Now the two guys are sure that Naoki Nagayama, this bad guy, is playing tricks on them!!!

"Nagayama Naoki, do you think we will believe it?!" Yoshimura Otomo sneered, "The author of Paradise Lost must be a middle-aged man with rich experience!"

"I got the inspiration from other people's experiences, that is, my editor," Naoki Nagayama vowed, "and I made his profession the protagonist's!!!"

"Naoki-san, there's no such thing as you!" Idou Shuichi also slumped down in his seat, his face full of helplessness, "If anyone outside the office hears this, they'll think you're an imposter!"

"I didn't! I am the author! You have to believe me!" Naoyama Naoki looked at his two friends with a serious expression and opened his eyes, "Look at my sincere eyes!!!"

"嘁~~~"

"Naoki-san stop playing!"

Yoshimura Otomo and Idou Shuichi both shook their heads, clearly not believing what Naoyama Naoki said. Idou Shuichi even tilted his head, as if to turn a blind eye.
Seeing the two people's suspicions quickly dissipate, Naoki Nagayama spread out his hands and easily controlled the little Yoshimura Otomo and Ido Shuichi!
What is the highest level of lying? ! It is to tell the whole truth!

When the truth is finally revealed, Naoki Nagayama can also say, "I clearly admitted it at the beginning." In this case, there is no reason for the two of them to pursue anything!

"Alas, you actually don't believe me. I'm so sad." Naoki Nagayama said helplessly, "Forget it, I'll go find a film location. There should be a lot of abandoned factories. A month's production cycle is still a bit tight."

Yoshimura Otomo nodded:

"So about the crew?"

"I'll borrow some tape from someone. The crew isn't that big."

With that, Naoki Nagayama left the office, and it was only then that Shuichi Idou realized:
"Naoki-san is going to make a new movie?"

"Well, a low-budget movie." Yoshimura Otomo handed the script to Idou Shuichi, "They said it will be completed in a month, to refute the rumors that he has run out of ideas."

"Is that so?"

Idou Shuichi flipped through the script curiously. As a senior director, he was quickly attracted by the one-shot, play-within-a-play, and breakthrough in the three-dimensional world.
"Naoki-san is really good at what he does!"

Naoki Nagayama walked out of the studio and hurriedly sat in his convertible, still muttering:

"Ah Bai~~" "It's too fast!" "Are all the people in the literary circle so idle?"

He could probably guess that it must be Furuya Yuya or someone else who knew about it, who first told his friends, and then spread the news in nightclubs or clubs.
The spread of gossip is increasing exponentially. Maybe the entire literary circle knows about this gossip now. But there are still people who are skeptical or don't believe it at all.

However, with various confirmation methods, the authenticity of the news will definitely be confirmed!
"It's just that time is too short. It's too late to move!"

Naoki Nagayama started the sports car and stepped on the accelerator towards Yamazakurain. He had previously planned to pack up his things slowly within a week and then move to the Takanawa 80 Building in Minato Ward, but now it seems that he has to speed up!

After arriving at Yamazakurain, Naoki Nagayama ignored the happy dog ​​and directly called Keiko Fujita.

"Moses, this is Keiko Fujita."

It was working hours, and Keiko Fujita quickly picked up the phone.

"Keiko-san, this is Naoki Nagayama." Naoki Nagayama didn't bother to be polite and asked directly, "Excuse me, has the contract for the Takanawa 80 Building been finalized?"

"Hi, that person has already signed, just mail it back. I was just thinking about when to notify Naoki-san to transfer the money!" Fujita Keiko replied quickly, "Once the money arrives, we can start the property rights procedures!"

"In that case, as long as the money is transferred, I can move in, right?"

"Hey, although we are still going through the paperwork, theoretically the house already belongs to Naoki-san!" Fujita Keiko nodded, "Of course we can start moving."

"That's good. I'll ask the accountant to call as soon as possible!" Naoki Nagayama nodded. "By the way, Keiko-san, because of some problems, I want to move in as soon as possible, so could you please contact the housekeeper to clean it up?"

"Of course no problem." Fujita Keiko was slightly stunned, but immediately responded, "I will ask the housekeeper to replace the bedding and other items."

The penthouse was originally designed to high standards for vacation use, so there was no need to change the interior design and furnishings. Only the previous owner's belongings needed to be replaced, since the original owner had said they didn't need them anyway.

"Naoki-san, do you need help contacting a moving company?"

"Well, I need it. Thank you, Keiko-san." Naoki Nagayama looked at the things in Yamazakurain and thought for a while, "Please ask them to come over tomorrow afternoon~"

"Are you in such a hurry?"

"Hey, emergency."

"Okay, I understand~"

Keiko Fujita agreed immediately without asking any questions, and after further understanding the approximate scale of the move, she ordered three moving vehicles.

After hanging up the phone, Naoki Nagayama looked around at the furniture and other things in Yamazakurain, thinking about what to take with him when he moved. Although it was just a temporary residence, he would have to live there for three to five months after all!
Personal belongings such as clothes, cosmetics, and ornaments in the bedroom must be moved there, as well as manuscripts and other books in the study, decorative paintings on the stairs, and trophies, decorations, photos, record players, and vinyl records in the living room.
The nests and dog food of Yingtaro and Nyanotaro.
The large pieces of furniture will not be moved. When redecorating, just ask them to move them to the warehouse.
"After a rough look, it will take quite a while to clean up!" Naoki Nagayama rolled up his sleeves, took out a large storage box from the storage room, and prepared to start. "Let's start with the living room. I'll deal with Akina's things when I get back tonight~"

Seeing the dogs jumping around, even Meow Taro came over curiously. Naoki Nagayama scratched the heads of the two little guys:

"Since you're so excited about moving, let's just start with your stuff!"

"Wang?"

"Meow?"

Around nine o'clock in the evening
When Akina Nakamori returned to Yamazakurain, she was surprised to see the storage boxes in the living room.

"Naoki-san, why are you already cleaning up?"

It was clearly stated that the move would be next week.

"Because the news that I am the author of Paradise Lost spread so quickly, even Xiuyi-san heard from others that he had to move away quickly to avoid the limelight!"

I told Akina last night about my pen name being leaked, and Akina naturally understood, after all, she had moved several times before.
"Have you contacted the Takanawa 80 Building?"

"Hey, we've already been notified to clean up so we have to clean up quickly~" Naoki Nagayama stood up, gently moved closer to his girlfriend and hugged her, "Private Marseille, so Akina has to move too~"

Akina Nakamori also reached out and hugged Naoki Nagayama, comforting him in a relaxed manner:
"We've already decided to move, so what's the big deal if we move a little earlier~"

Looking at his girlfriend's gentle eyes, Naoki Nagayama seemed a little apologetic:

"Not only that. I was the one who spread the name of the author of Paradise Lost, which will also have an impact on Akina~"

The erotic novel Paradise Lost is a hot topic among many people. Readers are amazed at the author's descriptions of extramarital affairs, cheating, and sex. When the news that Naoki Nagayama was the author spread, many people would definitely speculate on how he could have written it.
Then, as Naoki Nagayama's girlfriend, Akina Nakamori would naturally be fitted with the prototype of the heroine and be fantasized by a group of obscene readers.
"Stupid tape!" Akina Nakamori stood on tiptoe and pressed her forehead against her boyfriend, "This kind of thing has nothing to do with anything!"

As an idol, when Akina Nakamori first debuted, she was even labeled as a "sexy milk girl". In the song "Girl A", she was banned because of her sexual rebelliousness.
Akina Nakamori has experienced other people's colored looks and even some excessive teasing from guests in announcements, and she has gotten through it all with strength and can even fight back against them.

She is not a fragile and ignorant girl, but a strong queen and even the future queen of change!!!
After gently kissing Naoki Nagayama, Akina Nakamori also rolled up her sleeves, looking very motivated:

"Naoki-san, let's start cleaning up! Where do we start?"

"Let's start in our bedroom first, Akina~" Naoki Nagayama said, "Leave the clothes you need to change for tonight, and I'll pack the rest tomorrow morning."

"Hi~~~"

Picking up the storage box, Akina Nakamori led Inatarou towards the second floor aggressively, as if they were going to conquer an enemy country.

Naoki Nagayama shook his head and began to take down the paintings on the wall and put them aside, waiting for the moving company to pack them with foam tape.

(End of this chapter)