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"Alright, no problem. Lin Bingbing's temperament and acting skills are both quite impressive. Mr. Jiang, your taste is truly commendable," Director Zhang said with a smile. It was necessary to flatter the investor; even a big director like him was no exception.
Jiang Chen smiled but said nothing.
"By the way, Mr. Jiang, there will be a forum in early October in the capital for the film industry, where many directors will be attending. I can see that you genuinely love movies, and I hope you can support other talented directors as well," Director Zhang continued.
"I don't need to attend the forum, but as for supporting Huaxia's film industry, I can certainly do that. I'll have Lvy go handle this matter. As long as there are good scripts and good directors, I'm willing to invest," Jiang Chen replied with a smile.
"Mr. Jiang, you are truly helping us at Huaxia Film. This year, the film industry is struggling, with commercial films dominating the market. Many talented directors have had to bow to market pressures and make commercial films. If all we have at Huaxia Film are commercial films, then we’re finished. Your investment will allow us to revive Huaxia Film and take it to new heights," Director Zhang said excitedly, almost reaching out to grasp Jiang Chen's hand.
"Director Zhang, no need for such courtesy. As I said earlier, I'm willing to invest as long as there are good scripts and good directors," Jiang Chen replied with a smile.
While Jiang Chen and Director Zhang were chatting, Director Zhang's assistant suddenly rushed in and whispered something in his ear.
Jiang Chen wasn't curious enough to listen in; he simply sat on the sofa and enjoyed his tea.
"Mr. Jiang, I apologize, but I need to excuse myself for a moment," Director Zhang said as he stood up apologetically.
"Director Zhang, please go ahead," Jiang Chen smiled.
Director Zhang left the room and returned after a few minutes.
"Mr. Jiang, I want to discuss something with you. I have a friend in the capital whose son is practically my nephew. This nephew's girlfriend is a newcomer in the film industry and wants a role in this movie. Her temperament fits that of the second female lead perfectly, and I'd like her to play that role if possible," Director Zhang said upon returning, somewhat hesitantly.
"That's fine; as long as she fits the role," Jiang Chen replied with a smile. In this society of connections, it was understandable to use backdoor channels within reason.
"Thank you, Mr. Jiang! I'll let her know," Director Zhang said gratefully. His friend was quite influential in the capital, so he had to give this favor.
Outside, Xiao Xin was waiting but showed no signs of joy on her face. She had come for the lead role, so when Director Zhang mentioned that it was already taken and could only arrange for her to play the second female lead at most, she felt very dissatisfied.
No matter how good the second female lead was, she was still just a supporting character.
Xiao Xin had worked hard to climb up the social ladder in the capital and had managed to hook up with a top-tier wealthy heir. She thought that with such backing from a prominent family in the capital, securing the lead role would be a sure thing. However, she never expected to miss out on it again, which only deepened her frustration.
When Director Zhang came out again and saw Xiao Xin, he congratulated her: "Xiao Xin, the investor has agreed for you to play the second female lead! Her temperament matches yours perfectly, and she has nearly as much screen time as the lead. If you perform well, you can still gain recognition."
Internally, Director Zhang looked down on Xiao Xin but had no choice; after all, she had found a powerful backer he couldn't afford to offend. He could only deal with her begrudgingly.
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