Chapter 71: Star Family Chapter 10

  "Dà Nèi" has a total of three investors, Shen Yifeng's share is the smallest at 10%, Jiang Miao's economic company holds the majority at 50%, and the remaining 40% belongs to that young master who is infatuated with Su Luo.

  To ask for leave on behalf of Tian Wei, Shen Yifeng personally accompanied her to the crew to see Director Li the next morning. Originally thought it was just a matter of a few words, but unexpectedly Director Li was furious and didn't give any room for negotiation. Shen Yifeng couldn't possibly give up this great opportunity, having signed a contract with Mei Hua Wei Shi and scheduled filming dates. It's not easy to gather so many artists, and it's impossible to adjust again easily. Seeing that these old artists who had lost popularity over the years were re-entering the audience's vision through reality TV shows, he was naturally tempted. In recent years, there haven't been any good works, only guest-starring as a fatherly figure in a few plays, and audiences have forgotten him. Fortunately, he recently became popular again with the news of his relationship with Xiao Hong, so he wanted to take advantage of the momentum and consolidate his popularity.

  Tian Bo also knew that this opportunity was extremely rare for himself, to let the audience recognize him and then like him. A good variety show is absolutely more effective than a movie, and it works faster. And Director Li couldn't possibly let his own movie be cut off, so both sides were at an impasse, and in the end they could only call all the investors together for a meeting to discuss.

  In the temporary conference room, apart from three investors, Director Li, the screenwriter, and Tian Mei, there was also Jiang Ming, who had been invited out of respect. Several people sat around a small table.

  "The heroine has left, what's the point of shooting anymore! One week! You guys are really good at talking! Can't stand my movie? Then don't come! I'm not begging you! Anyway, this matter is non-negotiable!" Director Li slammed his hand on the table, his face red with rage.

  "Director Li, calm down and talk things through properly. Look, you've even scared the kid." The child was naturally referring to Tian Mian, as Director Li's words had caused him to become disheartened and shed tears on the side, but unfortunately, except for Shen Yifeng, the others didn't take it seriously.

  "Say it properly, say it properly! You're going to ruin my film! One week! Why didn't you say anything before we started shooting? All the plans were already made, and now you're pulling this on me at the last minute. Do you know how many things will be delayed because of this? And one week won't even be enough, every week from now on I'll have to waste a day or two like this. Are you going to make the whole team wait for you?! Who's going to take responsibility for this loss?!

  By this time, Director Li couldn't care about his friendship with Shen Yifeng anymore. He was a straightforward person who felt that Shen didn't respect him and didn't consider his own needs at all, so he didn't need to be polite either."

  "It can't be said like that, we're not just doing this show for ourselves. The reputation, influence and ratings of Mei Hua Wei Shi don't need me to say it, everyone is clear, I also believe that Mimi will definitely attract a large number of fans through this show, which will all become box office when the movie is released. We'll also discuss with the program team, at the right time, to mention "Da Nei" more, what a great advertisement, and save a lot on publicity costs, why not?! Don't be stubborn, I think other investors won't object either, right Chen Zong, Xia Shao?"

  Everyone is for the good of the movie, this matter has more advantages than disadvantages, why can't we be flexible and not hurt our relationship." Shen Yifeng had thought of reasons to persuade everyone beforehand, so he spoke in a coherent manner.

  "I agree with Mr. Shen's point of view, during Miss Tian's leave, we can first film other people's scenes, the reality show on Mei Hua TV is absolutely more effective than any advertisement, as an investor I think this publicity strategy is good." Said Chen Zong, Jiang Miao's boss. Although in the original work he eventually became Tian Mian's true love, at this time the two had no intersection and Tian Mian was still a nobody with nothing to offer, but as a businessman, he was objectively discussing business.

  As soon as he said this, Shen Yifeng and Tian Bi were both overjoyed. The largest investor's opinion was something that Director Li couldn't ignore.

  "I'm saying the same thing, making movies is not a joke, at least for me, you have to listen to my arrangements, there's no such good thing as slacking off! Look at Jiang Wen, he's already a famous actor in Hollywood, but he still works diligently on set every day. Is your family's reputation bigger than his, or are your acting skills better than his? That show must be non-negotiable for you! This is an attitude problem!"

  Anyway, she wants to go, then change the female lead!

  "What?!"

  “hat？！”

  "Switching players?!"

  Li Diao's words shocked everyone, they didn't expect him to be so serious and have such a strong attitude, Shen Yifeng and Tian Mo were also affected by his stubbornness.

  "Director Li, are you kidding me? We've already filmed this much and now you want to replace the lead actress? Where are you going to find another one to take her place?" Chen opposed.

  "There are many people who can play the leading role! There is already one in the group, I think Shen Ning can do it, and Lang Qing can fully perform what I want."

  "Who is Shen Ning?" Chen didn't come to the set very often, so he wasn't familiar with her.

  "Chen, you actually don't even recognize Xiao Ning!" Xia Shao looked at Chen with a "you're really out of it" expression: "Okay, let me enlighten you, Shen Cong is Tian's stunt double for martial arts scenes. She has a similar figure to Tian, looks pretty, and can fight exceptionally well. She's literally my idol, so cool! So awesome! So beautiful!"

  Xia Shao's tone is really too infatuated. He is a complete and utter spoiled brat, once accidentally meeting Su Luo on set and being shocked by her talent, using every method to get his family to give him this project, now following Su Luo everywhere, being teased by the crew as "Little Cong's assistant". Just now, during the meeting, he was distracted and lethargic, but as soon as he heard the two words "Shen Cong", he immediately became energetic, like he had been injected with chicken blood.

  "You want to replace Miss Tian with a stand-in? I disagree, the risk is too great, and re-shooting the parts we've already filmed would be a huge loss. It's completely unnecessary, it's better to just wait for Miss Tian for one or two weeks."

  He said, "I'm all for replacing Xia Shao with Xiao Ning. I agree with Director Li that she's the only one who can bring Lang Qing to life as I envision her. If we make the switch, I'll even add more investment, and I'll cover the costs of re-shooting the parts we've already filmed. And if Mr. Shen has any objections, he can withdraw his funding. You can consider my 10% share as a guarantee that you'll get a satisfactory price."

  After finishing his speech, Xia Shao felt that he was really cool and could be compared to the master of this pond. He had a domineering aura and couldn't help but swing his fist in excitement, unfortunately, Xiao Ning didn't see it. Before this, he had always stood up for her, she was so capable, yet she was treated as a substitute by others, that Tian Mo really looked down on her! Now that he finally had the opportunity, even if it meant risking being spanked by his father, he would fight for Xiao Ning's rights. He wouldn't buy that limited edition luxury car he had been eyeing, and all his pocket money would be contributed to this cause!

  "So it turns out that your real intention is here! Isn't it just to replace me with Shen Ning, that cheap woman? What can't be excused is all an excuse! It seems she really has a good way of doing things, looking at how you're all infatuated, is her skills in bed particularly impressive?" Tian Miao didn't pretend to be pitiful anymore, Li Dao and Xia Shao's proposal was simply slapping her in the face, immediately putting away her expression of grievance, she viciously sneered.

  "Who are you talking about?!"

  "Say it one more time!"

  "Shut your mouth!"

  Li Diao, Xia Shao, and Jiang Miao, who had been quietly playing with his tablet on the side, were all infuriated at the same time and suddenly shouted loudly.

  Jiang Miao was not interested in their discussion about whether or not to give Tian Wei a leave of absence. Anyway, his original intention for agreeing to film this movie was to repay Li Director's kindness, but now it had turned into cultivating feelings with the young girl. He didn't care about anyone else and just lowered his head to fiddle with the drawing software. These past few days, whenever he had some free time, he couldn't stop doing this. Previously, he had seen fans photoshopping themselves together with him, which gave him inspiration. So, he took the secretly taken pictures of the young girl and himself and photoshopped them together - there were ones where they fed each other, leaned against each other, hugged each other, and even a family of three, all sorts of scenarios, as long as it was sweet and romantic, he had photoshopped every possible situation. No choice, at this stage, he could only comfort himself like this.

  Just as he was getting excited, he heard Li Dao say that they were going to replace Tian Mi with Xiao Ning. For a moment, he almost cheered and jumped up. To be honest, he had been looking forward to this every day, especially when acting opposite Tian Mi. But thinking calmly about it, he couldn't do this, as it wouldn't be good for the little girl's future or reputation. If she debuted in this way, people who understood would say that it was based on her abilities, but most people who didn't know the inside story would still think there were ulterior motives. He was afraid of bad rumors hurting her, and offending Shen Yifeng and his family wouldn't be good for her either. Although he had confidence in being able to protect her, he was worried about hidden dangers that might be hard to guard against. Moreover, he didn't want Xia's stinky brat to curry favor with the little girl in front of him. (This is probably the real reason!)

  Xiao Ning is still young, to be honest, I don't really want her to enter this circle. It's better for her to focus on her studies and graduate, then get married and have a happy life with her partner, living a sweet and loving life together. Just thinking about it makes me happy. However, her talent is there, and it would be a waste if she didn't use it. But everything should prioritize her wishes first, no matter what she does, he will support her. After all, he's a good man who respects his partner!

  Just as he was trying to persuade Director Li and Xia Jiaxiang to give up the idea, so as not to cause trouble for the young girl, he heard Tian Mei's obscene language and suddenly blew his top!

  You dare to insult our family's little girl? Ask her husband if I will answer or not!

  "Since everyone has called me out, I think as the male lead, I also have a say in this matter."

  "Ah Meng, you say. Now it's 2 vs 2, Mr. Shen and I both agree that Miss Tian is excused, Director Li and Xiao Yu (Xia Shao) need to be replaced, what's your opinion?"

  "I agree with Miss Tian's request for leave and there is no need to find a replacement."

  "What?!"

  "Jiang Miao, you ungrateful thing! Xiao Ning saved your life in vain! You should have been bitten to death by the snake!"

  "Thanks Jiang Miao gege, I knew you wouldn't ignore me."

  Everyone thought he would definitely support Shen Ning, but unexpectedly, Xia Shao suddenly jumped up, feeling that his goddess had been betrayed. Tian Mo was so moved that he was choked with sobs, and he almost threw himself at her.

  "Wait, I'm not finished yet." As he spoke, the corner of his mouth curled up and his eyes swept over the crowd with a sly gaze, finally stopping at Tian Mi, giving her an ominous feeling for a moment.

  "It's an ancient costume drama anyway, the female lead can wear a veil or a hood, in short, she doesn't have to show her face, and the voice can be dubbed later. Just trouble the screenwriter to go back and revise the plot, from now on we won't see Langqing's face anymore. During Ms. Tian's leave of absence, Shen Ning is Langqing."