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Since he brought Yin Lan with him, it was impossible for Ye Weilin to live back at the school, and he also didn't want to trouble Fu Qi, so he rented a single apartment of more than 30 square meters near the school, with one bedroom and one living room with independent kitchen and bathroom. , with all internal organs.

Ye Weilin bought a foldable sofa bed and put it in the living room as a temporary bed for Yin Lan, while he lived in the bedroom. After all, his profession was related and he needed more privacy.

When Yin Lan first moved in, Ye Weilin was still not used to it. The former was different from Fu Qi, not only in age, but also in background experience and hobbies, so that he was often relatively silent and quite embarrassed.

But after living for a long time, Ye Weilin became more and more used to it, and even began to enjoy this kind of life.

In his past and present lives, Ye Weilin never learned how to cook. He seemed to be born with a hard hand in this area. Even when he was abroad, he was not forced to become a culinary master.

After being reborn, apart from the decent food in the few days on Hong Kong Island, when you come to the school, you can order food from the dining hall, especially if you live with Fu Qi. This guy often orders food for a day in the morning, and the two of them live together. When in a panic, go downstairs to pick up a skewer.

Sometimes even he himself can't remember how long it has been since he had a home-cooked meal?

However, since Yin Lan moved in, he no longer has to worry about this question, because the answer is to eat every day.

What surprised him even more was that some dishes tasted bad the first time the other party cooked them, but they often tasted perfect after the second cooking time, which made Ye Weilin think of sending him to a culinary school.

Maybe it's because the children of the poor have been in charge of the house early, but Yin Lan's management of internal affairs is simply amazing.

It doesn't matter if he cooks well, the house is also neatly organized by him.

Although Ye Weilin bought a washing machine, he still had to wash his underwear and socks by himself. However, due to his laziness in life, he often piled them up for several days before washing them. Washed together.Ye Weilin hid several times but was discovered. He told Yin Lan not to do it, and he still did it. After a long time, Ye Weilin didn't care.

Originally, he planned to wait for Yin Lan to finish this semester, and arrange school accommodation for him next semester, but now it seems that he is a little bit reluctant.

After Yin Lan's affairs came to an end, Ye Weilin continued to conceive his script.

He had no clue at first, but since he had such a weird dream that night, he seemed to be touched, and there was an idea in his heart, which just connected with the horror script he had conceived before. If he followed this thought, it might be a nice script.

However, what he wants to make now is no longer an award-winning movie, let alone a pure student graduation work. He wants to make a movie that will be released in theaters. Even if it is not a typical commercial blockbuster, it should not be unpopular. Late night movies.

Just as he was hesitating, when Fu Qi found out, he couldn't help but sneered and said, "You think that if you make a movie with commercial elements, someone will come to support you? Don't be silly, you are an unknown student director. Even if a film company buys it, it won’t be scheduled in the daytime, your schedule is already doomed, no matter what kind of movie you make, it will be scheduled in the middle of the night.”

"But don't worry, as long as a company buys it, you won't lose money. After selling it, the profit and loss are the theater's business. As long as you can sell it, you will be successful."

"Okay." Ye Weilin had never sold a film to theaters in his previous life. After hearing what Fu Qi said, he finally made up his mind to use the original script and incorporate some later inspirational elements.

Don't look at Fu Qi's lack of shooting experience compared to him, but for the consideration of the film market, he is definitely comparable to professionals.

"It is said that horror-themed scripts are difficult to review and approve, isn't it?" Ye Weilin thought about this and couldn't help asking.

Fu Qi not only has a grandfather who is a master in the film field, but his father is also engaged in related work, who happens to be a member of the relevant department of film review.

Of course, in order to avoid suspicion, relatives of reviewers are not qualified to review films that are produced by their relatives.But it is still possible to learn more about audit regulations or inside information.

"It depends on how you express it," Fu Qi smiled slyly, "However, with my check, you will never fail the review, whether it is a script or a finished film."

After nearly a week of revising the script, both Ye Weilin and Fu Qi finally breathed a sigh of relief, and decided to send it to the relevant department for review and approval in two days.

"The review will take a month at the fastest, and the next time is tight, so we can't waste it." Fu Qi said.

Ye Weilin also knows that the most difficult thing at this stage is probably the actor's problem. The dream fund he and Fu Qi applied for has not yet been answered, but the total amount is only 100 million. Liu Jia's share is also unknown, assuming they all apply successfully. , there is 150 million, but to hire an actor with professional skills, it will cost at least 10,000+ film salary, let alone more than one actor.

Plus rented camera equipment, other chores, props and venue fees, etc.Including the post-production, it takes one and a half hours or even two hours to complete the film. It must be impossible for two people to complete it. The background sound effects that horror movies rely on most also need to hire a professional team to do it. After all, going to theaters involves business. , the use of any BGM and sound effects must be authorized, and neither of them dare to think about this expense.

"Do you know any talents in this field? Give me a discount?" Ye Weilin asked Fu Qi hopefully.

Fu Qi glanced at him, and said in a drawn-out tone: "I don't know him, but my grandpa—"

"That's enough, I know!" Ye Weilin interrupted, he let out a long sigh, his eyes turned green with worry.

"Let's put this question on hold for now. The issue of actors is more important." Fu Qi said.

"According to the requirements of the script, there must be two male protagonists, one is the adult version and the other is the underage version. The latter takes up a lot of space in the film, so he is the absolute protagonist. "Similarly, a person with strong acting skills is needed to play the leading role, otherwise the whole movie will be a disaster."

Ye Weilin couldn't help but become serious when he talked about his major. He continued with a wry smile, "At this age, those who have excellent acting skills are all screen darlings. Where do we get the money to hire each other? Of course, try You have to try it, but don’t expect too much.”

Fu Qi thought about it carefully, and it was really as the other party said, actors of this age group are really hard to find.

The two discussed it all day, and they were so hungry that their chests were stuck to their backs. Fu Qi took out his mobile phone and prepared to order takeaway.

Ye Weilin hurriedly said: "Don't take my share, I'll go home and eat." Then he stood up and was about to leave.

Fu Qi looked at it, put down his phone curiously, and asked, "Don't you know how to cook? You might as well order food here when you go home."

Ye Weilin smiled: "You can save the takeaway, someone at home will cook it."

"Who?" Fu Qi was puzzled, but he quickly remembered that the other party had told him about Yin Lan's temporary residence there not long ago, and he couldn't help but wondered: "That kid can cook? Isn't it delicious?"

Ye Weilin was a little unhappy when he heard that: "It's better than your takeaway."

Fu Qi said with distrust on his face: "Really?"

"How about you go and eat." Ye Weilin raised his eyebrows, and then added: "I think you just want to eat, don't keep using the aggressive method, this kind of routine is too shallow, I won't be fooled."

"But you still invited me." Fu Qi was not polite.

"Then goodbye." Ye Weilin turned around and left.

"Hey—don't just leave if you don't agree with each other!" Fu Qi hurriedly chased after her.

As soon as Ye Weilin opened the door, the aroma of food rushed over his face. He saw the busy figure on the balcony at a glance, and he couldn't help feeling guilty. The other party was five or six years younger than him. He had to go to school during the day and had a Heavy schoolwork, but also part-time cooks and babysitters, let him, who has nothing to do all day, feel indebted.

Fu Qi didn't think too much about it, and wandered around unceremoniously as soon as he entered the door, looking at the house and furnishings.

"What kind of shabby house are you renting? The place is small and the facilities are shabby." Fu Qi glanced at it with distaste, and then reluctantly said: "But it's okay, it looks clean."

As soon as the two of them entered the door, Yin Lan noticed that there was a guest today. While cooking, he looked at the visitor without any trace, only to realize that this strange man with a ponytail was just another one who shot a micro movie two years ago. director.

"Xiao Lan, you should know this person. His name is Fu Qi. You can call him Brother Fu." Ye Weilin rolled up his sleeves while talking, and wanted to squeeze over to help.

Yin Lan hurriedly put the dishes on the plate and stopped, "No need, I've already prepared it."

After the three of them sat down at the dining table, they stared at each other, and the atmosphere was a little awkward.

The source of the embarrassment is mainly Fu Qi. His personality has always been straightforward. When he is curious or puzzled about something, he will keep staring at it, and it is the same with people.

For example, at this time, he was looking at Yin Lan with an unpredictable expression.

Thanks to Yin Lan's good concentration, she didn't suffer much. Instead, she smiled at Fu Qi and said, "My brother didn't notify me in advance. I should have cooked more meals if I knew there were guests coming. Now I have to make do with it."

Hearing this, Fu Qi looked strange: "What do you call him?"

"Brother, what's the problem?" Yin Lan still responded with a smile.

In the beginning, he called Ye Weilin "Ye Dao". Since his grandmother passed away, and the other party not only helped him with his funeral, but also took in him who was homeless, he changed his name to call her "brother".

Ye Weilin's acceptance of his elder brother is obviously higher than Ye Dao's. After all, no one wants to hear someone say "Ye Dao" at home.

Fu Qi suddenly burst into laughter, pointed at Ye Weilin and said, "You really think you picked up a younger brother to raise? I can't tell, you still have quirks—"

Before Yin Lan could say anything, Ye Weilin quickly picked up a few pieces of meat with chopsticks and stuffed them into his mouth, ignoring the other party's "woo woo" protest, and smiled awkwardly at Yin Lan: "Don't listen to him Nonsense, this person is not serious, don't take it to heart."