Chapter 263 Surprise turns into fright

Chapter 263 Surprise turns into fright

Chapter 263 Surprise turns into fright

The Hong Kong film and television industry is declining and gradually losing its influence in Asia.

Many artists are unable to get work, so they head north to make money, trying to give their careers a second lease of life.

It’s actually not that easy to go north to make money.

If there are some stains that are difficult to wash away, the mainstream media will not even mention them. Brother Shan Ji, who has filmed many "Young and Dangerous" movies, is currently facing such a dilemma. He can only watch Andy Lau, Jacky Cheung, Stephen Chow and others enter the mainland market and continue to become popular stars.

On Double 11.

Brother Shan Ji was in a village house in the countryside and saw a news in the newspaper that Shanzeiwang Media was about to start filming several film and television dramas.

The film projects that have been announced include "Time Trap", "The Man from Earth", "The Golden Eyes", "The Invisible Guest", "The Tuner", "The Accidental Murderer", etc.

Drooling with envy, Brother Shan Ji said to his wife:
"It's really a drought, drought kills, flood kills. The number of projects under Fan Wumian's control is almost catching up with the King of England. It seems that "A Quiet Place" and "Those Years" have made him a lot of money. We are all stars, and our lives are completely different."

Sister Cai'er was peeling potatoes. Recently, the Filipino maid at home quit her job, which made her so angry that she wanted to curse.

Hear the words.

She looked up at Brother Shan Ji and said:
"Why compare yourself with him when there are so many people to compare with?"

"Chow Yun Fat, Stephen Chow, and Andy Lau combined have not earned as much as Fan Wumian recently. You don't think he's just a star, do you?"

"He not only has a mansion in Repulse Bay, but is also a major shareholder of a Hong Kong-listed company. I heard he has also invested in many other projects and made a lot of money. He is clearly a wealthy businessman. He should be compared with the boss of Yingwang."

The low income in recent years has undermined Brother Shan Ji’s confidence.

After listening to his wife's words, he said with a smile:
"Wife, you are really smart. I feel much better after listening to you. We really shouldn't just treat him as a celebrity. Which celebrity would go all the way to Silicon Valley to invest and make tens of millions of Hong Kong dollars in one go?"

"Then again, he's a genius, so it's normal for him to be so good."

"As the old saying goes, heroes emerge in troubled times. The entertainment industry in Hong Kong is in such a mess right now that even TV dramas have to be purchased from South Korea at high prices. Suddenly, a newcomer as amazing as him emerges. As long as he is careful in his daily work, there will be no shortage of talent."

Sister Cai Er was fed up with his constant nagging, and felt that it was just a problem caused by idleness. She used her little finger to push away the hair that blocked her view and asked:

"I think he seems to have a good impression of you. Why don't we take some time to treat him to a meal and see if he can help you get some roles?"

"Ok?"

Brother Shan Ji habitually said:
"I am the elder after all. If I bow my head to flatter Fan Wumian, how can I survive if the news gets out? Besides, he is very busy and may not give me the favor."

"I can't get any roles, and neither can you. We can't just sit there and do nothing. The media has been making fun of us a lot lately."

Sister Caier glared and added:
"I'll think of a way. At worst, I can dress up nicer and charm him to death with my charm."

"you?"

Brother Shan Ji squinted at his wife and sneered:
"Forget it. Look at the people around him, like Miss Zhuang, Miss Zuo, and the girl from the school beauty contest. I suspect that he has captured all the most beautiful girls in Hong Kong. How could they be charmed by you?"

As soon as he finished speaking, a small potato hit him on the forehead.

Sister Cai Er was not convinced and said:
"You don't understand. Young guys like attractive mature women. I'll go cling to them and leave you alone to die alone."

Brother Shan Ji was too lazy to argue and just said lightly:

"When you move into the Repulse Bay mansion, I can be a security guard at the gate, but remember to take me to experience what it feels like to be rich."

The day.

Fan Wumian did receive a call from Sister Caier, saying that a meal would be arranged at the Fulinmen Hotel.

After asking, I learned that it was for work, and he just said:
"Forget about the meal, but there are a few roles that you can try out. I can't guarantee it, but as long as there's no problem, I'll give it to you."

The rise was too short and the foundation is still a bit unstable.

The mainstream film and television celebrities in Hong Kong, either because of face or because they are bound by contracts, have less contact with Fan Wumian.

Thinking that finding some familiar faces with good value for money would help improve the box office results and give a boost to his new talents, Fan Wumian was happy to help.

After listening to this, Sister Caier said with a smile:

"Thank you so much. I'm always available. Just let me know before the audition. If there's anything I can help with, please let me know as soon as possible."

Fan Wumian was still filming on the set and replied:

"You're welcome. It's just a small favor. It's easier to work with someone you know."

After hanging up the phone.

He continued to be busy filming. It was okay for him to hug Zhuang Muxi, but he really didn't dare to film a kissing scene. On the one hand, he was worried that Zuo Ziyan would be jealous. On the other hand, as the lead actor and the boss, Fan Wumian would be suspected of abusing his power for personal gain if he arranged a kissing scene for himself. It would also make it easy for Zhuang Muxi to be attacked by his female fans.

Some viewers like to ship "screen lovers". For example, when the movie "Those Years" was released, Zuo Ziyan encountered a lot of trouble and the forum was flooded by fans.

In order to avoid being completely tied to a certain girl, Fan Wumian cooperated with Zhuang Muxi this time, and will cooperate with Feng Ying'er again when filming a movie or TV series next time.

Many facts are enough to prove that as long as there are enough scandals, their lethality will be weaker.

Although there is no sign of the boat capsizing or the house collapsing.

But Fan Wumian was worried that his shoes would get wet if he walked by the river too often, so he started to prepare for a rainy day in advance and rarely clarified the rumors to the public.

The filming was completed that night.

Zhuang Muxi got into Fan Wumian's car and went to Repulse Bay together.

While the two were taking a bath, the maid, Mrs. Wu, suddenly knocked on the door and reminded them:

"Master, Miss Zuo is here! The car has already entered the yard. I'll try to delay her for a few minutes. You guys hurry up and pack up!"

"what!?"

Was caught off guard.

There is no need to guess, Zuo Ziyan must have come back suddenly to give him a surprise.

Now the surprise turns into shock.

Zhuang Muxi stood up immediately, hurriedly wiped himself with a towel, wrapped himself in a bathrobe and prepared to hide.

Fan Wumian also hurriedly put on his bathrobe, whispered to Zhuang Muxi to put away her clothes, then found a guest room to hide, and then went downstairs first.

Worried that he might be exposed, he looked in the mirror and took a few deep breaths to calm himself.

downstairs.

After Zuo Ziyan rang the doorbell, Mrs. Wu came to open the door after a while and said apologetically:

"Sorry, I was just stewing white fungus and red dates soup in the kitchen and I turned on the range hood so I didn't hear you. Master Fan has been very busy filming recently, so I wanted to give him some midnight snack to replenish his energy."

"It's okay, I came here suddenly, thank you for your help."

Zuo Ziyan finished speaking and asked, "Is he at home? Is he busy revising the script in the study again?"

Mrs. Wu felt that her career was facing a major crisis. She was afraid that if she was not careful, she would be taken out on and lose this comfortable job, so she managed her expression very well.

He just smiled and said:

"I'm upstairs now. I'll give you a taste of my Tremella and Red Dates Soup. It's very nourishing for women to drink more. Try it and see if there's not enough rock sugar."

"Thank you."

Zuo Ziyan had been on a flight for more than ten hours and was so eager to see Fan Wumian that she didn't even tell her parents that she was back.

After landing, I took a taxi at the airport and headed straight to Repulse Bay.

She pinched her shoulders and said tiredly:

"No need to prepare a midnight snack for me. I've already eaten on the plane. My sleeping position is uncomfortable and I think I have a stiff neck."

Mrs. Wu replied in surprise:
"Oh? Then sit on the sofa first and I'll give you a massage. It's the most painful when you just get a stiff neck. I used to give my husband massages at home."

Successfully delayed some time.

Fan Wumian walked downstairs and saw Mrs. Wu nod slightly. He immediately understood what was going on.

Pretending nothing happened, he asked:
"What's wrong? Is your neck uncomfortable? I'm taking a hot bath and listening to music. I thought it would take a few days before I could see you. What a pleasant surprise."

With outsiders present, Zuo Ziyan only said:
"I got a stiff neck from sleeping with my head tilted. I felt that staying back for only two or three days was too short, so I asked my teacher for a week's leave. If you see my parents, don't let them know that I'm back. They don't know I'm back yet."

Motioning to Mrs. Wu to go upstairs and clean up the room, Fan Wumian naturally stood behind Zuo Ziyan, stretched out his hand to massage her shoulders and neck, and said:

"You didn't even tell me you were coming back. If I had known, I would have picked you up at the airport. Are you sleepy?"

Zuo Ziyan shook her head and said:

"According to British time, it's still afternoon. Where is the stone you spent tens of millions to buy? Come with me to see it first."

(End of this chapter)