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The first graduation drama of Class 26 of the acting department of the [-]th grade of China Film and Television is finally finalized to be staged on July [-]st.After all, there are still about three months of preparation time.

In Lu Li's eyes, three months is no longer a particularly generous period; but in the eyes of some outsiders, not filming for more than three months is simply "a huge waste".

The media's flock of telephone interviews came to an end temporarily, but Lu Li's mobile phone did not become quiet because of this - these days, people came to him one after another, wanting to sign a contract with him.Many people kindly "taught" him that he should take advantage of the lingering heat of "Longevity" and shoot as many films as possible, especially TV series.Only in this way can we maintain the popularity, thereby attracting more fans and maximizing the benefits.

Lu Li already had a plan in his heart. He didn't even agree to Juxing and Han Weimin's studio, and right now he was playing Tai Chi with these miscellaneous fish.

However, not everyone is as reasonable as Director Han, or as careless as Shen Xingze.In this entertainment circle, it is more likely to be the master who plucks the goose's hair.

In mid-April, there was indeed a performing arts company that Lu Li politely rejected, and the so-called "revealing media" released smoke bombs, saying that Lu Li was secretly negotiating a contract with their family. Acting in their company's self-produced "ace drama".

This actually allowed Lu Li to take some time to learn about this so-called "trump series" - which turned out to be an extremely common online drama.It is currently in the stage of project approval, and notices of audition for supporting roles are posted everywhere on the Internet; as for the leading role, it is written with a few popular stars in a grand manner, and it is obvious at a glance that it is a trick to deceive people.

In fact, Lu Li has encountered this kind of trick before, but the team will be responsible for the aftermath.But now he is still alone, and can only take a cold treatment of indifference, anyway, time will always prove everything.

But just because he's not in a hurry doesn't mean that no one thinks about it for him.

That evening, Shen Xingze suddenly asked him to meet, this time it was no longer at home, but a restaurant.

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Speaking of which, since the two of them re-established their relationship, they have hardly gone out together.Of course, this is mainly because the things they most want to do at this stage are only suitable for doing at home; but Lu Li is still looking forward to something exciting like a "secret date".

Shen Xingze has always been a thoughtful person, and he seems to be born with excellent anti-reconnaissance ability.Of course, the material assets he owns also ensure that no matter where he goes, he can enjoy the private space that ordinary people cannot enjoy.

For example, this time, the place where he and Lu Li agreed to meet was the high-end restaurant - Jiayue.

Another mid-spring and April after more than ten years, the pear tree in the courtyard is still full of snow-like white flowers.Lu Li stepped on Luohua and walked to the lobby. The waiter was no longer waiting there, but Shen Xingxuan himself.

Lu Li smiled slightly at the lover who came up to him, then turned his head to look around.

"Why did you run out? I'm not afraid of being bumped into."

"A few years ago, this place was closed to the outside world, and only accepted entertainment and meetings within the group. It is closed today, and it is only us."

Saying that, Shen Xing chose to personally lead Lu Li into the warm corridor, and still walked towards the stone boat on the water.When passing by the open lawn, Lu Li took a long look, but of course he didn't find An Huawen again.

"Why do you want to find me here today?" He couldn't help asking curiously.

Shen Xingxuan's footsteps were slightly stagnant, but he only returned a perfunctory smile.

"You'll know right away."

Lu Li had an intuition that there was deceit in this smile, but he couldn't figure out what kind of medicine Shen Xingxuan was selling in his gourd. After thinking about it, he could only follow along.

The two walked into Shifang all the way.Passing around the screen at the back of the hall, through the beaded curtain, Lu Li could see that there was already a person sitting at the round table in the inner room.

Who else could it be if it wasn't An Huawen?

Like a herbivore that had discovered its natural enemy, Lu Li tensed all his muscles in an instant, ready to run away.

However, the past will never repeat itself, and today's An Huawen can no longer easily draw a galaxy between Lu Li and Shen Xingze.

On the contrary, for today's meeting, An Huawen formally extended an invitation in the name of the person in charge of Star Selection Studio, hoping that Lu Li could sign a contract with Star Selection Studio as an actor.

Lu Li quickly realized that it should be the catfish effect of the Pengci news a while ago, lest "the fat water would flow into the field of outsiders", Shen Xingze couldn't wait to pull An Huawen to negotiate a contract with Lu Li. .

As for An Huawen's own thoughts, although he is not clear, he is more like a shrewd businessman than Shen Xingze.And businessmen will not let go of any profitable opportunities.

"Let's be honest and not speak dark words."

Regarding the two cousins, Lu Li had nothing to hide.There are some false feelings that may need to be considered again and again, and they are all spread out and placed on the table at this moment.

"According to my understanding, the actors under your company have always taken the most typical commercial route. However, any job arranged by the company must be chosen between popularity and profit, and it is even better to gain both fame and fortune. This In the eyes of many people, it is of course the best arrangement, but in other words, they have only this choice - just like the lowest pawn in chess, there is no retreat, but forward. But this time, I don't want to do it A pawn, I want to be a person."

"Your idea is indeed very good. From the perspective of pure appreciation, I think I should applaud you."

Of course, An Huawen didn't really applaud.Shen Xingze sat on the sidelines and supervised. He would not allow An Huawen to make such a mocking move towards Lu Li.

But not being able to ridicule does not mean that the words in the mouth will become gentle.What's more, An Huawen's words are sharp, and he is well-known in the industry.

"It seems that Xingxuan really protected you too much; and you chose to go back to China Film to study, which is even more wrong-in fact, you don't lack professional acting skills at all. What you lack is the muscle in your head, which is correct. Look at it from the perspective of the entertainment industry."

After saying these words, An Huawen immediately spread his hands at Shen Xingze, expressing that he had no malicious intentions.And Lu Li also squeezed Shen Xingze's palm under the table, hinting him not to interrupt.

The winner of the Golden Cong Award, whose two ends are not human, could only touch his nose and continue to remain calm.

This time it was Lu Li's turn to speak.

"Then, I would like to hear Mr. An's opinion."

"I'm afraid you won't like my next set of theories."

Despite making such a prediction, what An Huawen wanted to say was not going to be discounted at all.

"Since the entertainment circle is called a circle, it is the general term for a large group of people. In the circle, no one can stand alone. Even Han Weimin who helped you get the Silver Bear Award is not a legacy An independent fairy—yes, he has been making popular and unpopular literary films, but Han Weimin's studio is not supported by literary films. His partner Lin Qiong has so many big-name actors in his hands , send them all out to make commercial films. That is Han Weimin's cash cow, do you think that just making literary films can gain a foothold in this industry?"

As he spoke, he actually raised his hand and gestured away.

"Do you know how China's movies divide their accounts? 8.3% of the total box office is handed over to the state, and the remaining 91.7% is included; the model of Shen's Star Films plus movie theaters has a total of 55-57%; that is to say, the distribution Investors can only get about one-third of the box office."

"Of course I know that." Lu Li nodded slightly unconvinced, "So if you want to avoid losing money, the total box office must be at least three times the total investment."

"Based on your experience, is it easy to triple the box office?" An Huawen looked at him with a slightly playful look.

Lu Li looked at him, then at Shen Xingze.Shen Xing chose to raise his eyebrows at him, as if to remind him, but Lu Li couldn't understand what it meant.

So Lu Li could only answer based on his instincts: "Based on my work experience in Juxing and my observation of the market, at least 50% of the films should meet this standard."

As soon as these words came out, Shen Xingze lowered his head silently.And An Huawen showed a fox-like sly smile.

"After all, the projects that Juxing participates in are basically impossible to fail. It is inevitable to imagine that you will be prosperous. But in fact, less than 20% of the movies in mainland my country can make money every year."

20.00%, that is, only one out of every five movies can make a profit—this situation was indeed beyond Lu Li's expectations, and his face quickly turned red, ashamed of his own naivety and ignorance.

But An Huawen still didn't let him go.

"Don't be embarrassed, if you want to blame it, blame the person sitting next to you for wrapping you up too tightly, covering your eyes."

Shen Xingze couldn't help coughing twice, staring at An Huawen.An Huawen stopped talking.

"..."

Lu Li somehow felt that the three people present formed a circular food chain - Shen Xingze glared at An Huawen, An Huawen hated him, and he ruled over Shen Xingze.

In any case, An Huawen's intentions are already obvious.

"Whether it's a commercial film or a literary film, not losing money and making money should be the bottom line. But it's a pity that although you are the best actor of the Berlin Silver Bear, to be honest, your box office appeal is not as good as that of the poor acting man in the ten o'clock soap opera on satellite TV. Supporting roles. Let me make this clearer - if you think about what you want without thinking about what you can bring to others, you will quickly disappear completely because of this ego. in front of the audience."

If Lu Li couldn't understand such blatant words, it was due to his intellect.But when he understood it, he was not convinced, and even wanted to rack his brains to think of something to refute An Huawen's point of view.

But at this time, An Huawen's phone that had been muted in advance suddenly vibrated.

He gestured to pause the conversation, picked it up to answer the call, but turned his gaze to Lu Li after a few seconds.

"Okay, I see. Ask about the flight number, entourage and address, and send someone to pick you up then."

He answered the call succinctly, and then quickly relayed the content of the call.

"Lu Li, your father is coming back from America.