Chapter 2507 - 2295: A Tree Standing Out in the Forest (Part 2)
Chapter 2507: Chapter 2295: A Tree Standing Out in the Forest (Part 2)
"Brother Xiaodong."
"Hmm."
"Can you accompany me to Shudian Film and Television City?"
"What for?" Song Xiaodong asked.
"Shen Jiayan got injured," Xiao Yingying replied.
"How did that happen? Is it serious? Where’s the injury?" Song Xiaodong asked again.
"Someone put broken glass in her shoes and cut both her feet," Xiao Yingying told Song Xiaodong.
"Who could be so malicious?" Song Xiaodong got angry upon hearing this.
"A big star, named Feng Yuzhi."
"I know her! Is her character really that bad?"
"Yes, she’s known in the industry for having a terrible reputation," Xiao Yingying responded.
"How can someone who does such underhanded stuff become a star?" Song Xiaodong asked.
"She’s good-looking and has several sugar daddies supporting her," Xiao Yingying said.
"Are you asking me to go check on Shen Jiayan?" Song Xiaodong asked Xiao Yingying.
"Yes."
"Alright, I’ll come pick you up."
"Okay."
The crew in Director Zhou’s group was in a state of anxiety.
On the first day of filming, Boss Niu argued with Feng Yuzhi, and nothing was shot.
On the second day, Shen Jiayan’s feet were cut, and filming didn’t happen.
On the third day, Shen Jiayan had a barefoot scene that couldn’t be shot.
Director Zhou was feeling frustrated when suddenly his phone rang at his waist.
Chapter 2296: The Producer
"Hello."
"This is Yan Shoucheng."
"What’s up?"
"Let’s go out for dinner tonight."
"What for?"
"To talk about something."
No choice, the crew temporarily halted production, and that evening, Zhou Yuanzhi went to have dinner with Yan Shoucheng.
Zhou Yuanzhi thought Yan Shoucheng would be alone, but upon arrival, he found Feng Yuzhi and Feng Yuhao also there.
Zhou Yuanzhi’s face immediately turned dark.
He didn’t need to guess to know what Yan Shoucheng wanted to discuss with him.
Yan Shoucheng was the producer, Zhou Yuanzhi was the director, Feng Yuhao was the investor, and Feng Yuzhi was an actress. Feng Yuhao was also Feng Yuzhi’s brother.
This time, the movie directed by Director Zhou and starring Niu Yun was mainly invested in by Song Xiaodong and Niu Yun.
But for the previous films Zhou Yuanzhi shot, most were negotiated by Yan Shoucheng and Feng Yuhao. Feng Yuhao owned a clothing factory and had collaborated on several films with Yan Shoucheng—films all invested by Feng Yuhao, produced by Yan Shoucheng, and directed by Zhou Yuanzhi.
Yan Shoucheng, Feng Yuhao, and Zhou Yuanzhi had already worked together on five films. Feng Yuhao was Yan Shoucheng’s God of Wealth, and Yan Shoucheng was Zhou Yuanzhi’s superior.
That’s why, when Feng Yuzhi joined Zhou Yuanzhi’s crew, she could demand a role right away.
And this time, it was clear what Yan Shoucheng’s intentions were by bringing Feng Yuzhi and Feng Yuhao to meet Zhou Yuanzhi over dinner right as the film’s leading actress, Shen Jiayan, had both feet injured.
So when Zhou Yuanzhi saw Feng Yuzhi, his face immediately soured, and angrily he sat down in a chair with a pout.
"Director Zhou, why the big attitude as soon as you arrive?" Yan Shoucheng chuckled to ease the tension.
God of Wealth Feng Yuhao looked haughty, and Feng Yuzhi’s eyes were cold.
Zhou Yuanzhi was engaging in a battle of looks with Feng Yuhao and Feng Yuzhi, while Yan Shoucheng was trying hard to calm the awkward atmosphere between the two sides.
"Why did you call me here?" Zhou Yuanzhi said with a cold expression, not looking at Yan Shoucheng.
"No rush, no rush to talk business. I know filming with Boss Niu hasn’t been easy, so these days have been tough for you. Let me treat you to a meal to reward you." Yan Shoucheng told Zhou Yuanzhi.
"Hah, those who eat are bound by favors; lay out the cards, and then I’ll see if I care to eat." Zhou Yuanzhi looked up, his face full of anger, saying to Yan Shoucheng.
"Director Zhou, that kind of talk is really lacking in courtesy. I invite you for dinner; do you think there’s always some agenda?" Yan Shoucheng kept his patience.
"When there’s nothing you need from me, Producer Yan never invites me to dinner." Zhou Yuanzhi sneered at Yan Shoucheng.
"Oh dear, Boss Feng, you see, our Director Zhou just has this temper, don’t be mad." Yan Shoucheng turned back to Feng Yuhao.
"Yeah bro, just don’t mind him. He’s just used to shouting at actors on set all the time and talks to everyone this way." Feng Yuzhi rolled her eyes at Zhou Yuanzhi and said to Feng Yuhao.
Feng Yuhao wasn’t angry, but he spoke with authority: "Mr. Yan, I don’t care what kind of temper your Director Zhou has, but today at this dining table, I want this matter settled."
"Didn’t you say you were just inviting me to dinner, Producer Yan? Now suddenly there’s something you want to discuss with me?" Zhou Yuanzhi mocked Yan Shoucheng.
"I’m the one needing to discuss something with you!" Feng Yuhao finally couldn’t tolerate Zhou Yuanzhi’s sarcastic tone any longer, banging the table and saying to Zhou Yuanzhi.
"Then cut the nonsense!" Zhou Yuanzhi’s face darkened.
"Feng Yuzhi is my sister, and I am the investor of your first five films. Don’t think just because you collaborated with Boss Niu this once, you’ve secured a permanent meal ticket. Thirty years Hedong, thirty years Hexi—eventually, you’ll seek me out again." Feng Yuhao spoke harshly to Zhou Yuanzhi.
"Boss Feng, I’m sorry, but I never sought you out; it was Producer Yan who approached you." Zhou Yuanzhi was undeterred by Feng Yuhao’s demeanor and words.
"Of course, it was Yan Shoucheng, the producer, who contacted me, but if I remember correctly, he was also the one who contacted you previously. If you want him to reach out again next time, you’ll need to agree to the terms I propose today." Feng Yuhao spoke succinctly yet powerfully to Zhou Yuanzhi.