PFC Chapter 263 37 points
Chapter 263 37 points
After entering the office, Yun Yao knocked on the door.
"Su Yuchen, aren't you just confirming my reputation as a femme fatale?"
"Wanwan, they hope you'll come more often."
Yun Yao almost wanted to give Su Yuchen a thumbs up. This move really made her feel inferior. Don't think she didn't know that this was Su Yuchen's plan!
Su Yuchen looked at the girl who was already in a bad mood and held a grape on the table to her lips.
"Wanwan, I haven't asked you yet, how did today's audition go?"
Yun Yao sucked the grapes into her mouth from his hand and savored them.
"Don't even mention it. I thought this audition would be like the ancient examinations, testing various qualities. I never imagined it would just be about first impressions. I guess I'm still better suited to being a ruthless businessman. I need to think long-term to figure out Bai Mengyan's true colors!"
Seeing Yun Yao like this, Su Yuchen peeled grapes and said, "Wanwan, if you want it, I can even give you the lead role."
Yun Yao waved her hand dismissively.
"Forget it, I can't even figure out my own life, let alone portray someone else's."
And so, Yun Yao had long since forgotten about this matter, spending her days running between W International and Yonsei International.
……
In a hotel not far from Hengdian, Bai Mengyan sat in front of a makeup mirror, looking at her beautiful self in the mirror, secretly delighted.
"Sister Zhou, has the casting for the second female lead been finalized?"
Zhou Mei is Bai Mengyan's current agent and is quite famous in the industry.
Upon hearing her question, Zhou Mei flattered her, "Mengyan, casting is the director's job, so we don't need to worry about it. You just need to know that you're the female lead. Today is the opening ceremony, and there will inevitably be some competition, so you'd better be mentally prepared!"
Bai Mengyan's eyes darkened slightly, and she nodded gently, appearing exceptionally obedient.
"Understood, Sister Zhou."
Bai Mengyan felt she was overthinking it. If she were the flamboyant Yun Yao, after that provocation at the Su family, she definitely wouldn't sit still. As long as she did a little something during the audition, the role of the second female lead would definitely be Yun Yao's!
As long as she joins the crew, she'll have a way to deal with this bitch!
I just don't understand why that person insists on letting Yun Yao enter the entertainment industry. With his current abilities, he could crush that ant Yun Yao under his feet anytime, anywhere.
Fine, that man saved her life, she'll just do as he says.
Director Ma's opening ceremony was incredibly grand. As the pre-selected female lead, Bai Mengyan was the last to arrive.
Today, she wore a red dress that perfectly accentuated her figure. Gone was the arrogant young lady of the past; now she exuded a more composed air, a beauty honed by time, even more stunning than before.
When Ma Cheng'an saw Bai Mengyan step onto the red carpet, he led the other actors in applause, showing how much he valued the occasion.
Bai Mengyan nodded slightly, her every move exuding an indescribable charm.
Once everyone was in place and facing the camera, a series of rituals were completed.
"May the world be peaceful and serene, and may your project start with good fortune!"
A photo of the film's opening ceremony was taken at this moment, showing a handsome man and a beautiful woman, which was very pleasing to the eye. However, what was strange was that the male lead was not present.
When the event ended, Bai Mengyan and Ma Chengan walked together.
"Director Ma, I wonder who has been finalized for the male lead role?"
Ma Chengan smiled, deliberately keeping everyone in suspense.
"Xiao Su, the choice of the male lead will definitely surprise you. Oh, I just remembered, the screenwriter needs to see me. Excuse me, excuse me!"
Watching Ma Chengan's retreating figure, Bai Mengyan's beautiful eyes blazed with anger.
She had never heard of a production crew starting filming without knowing who the male lead would be. Wasn't that just ripping people off?
It's just because she's a low-profile celebrity! If she were a veteran in the entertainment industry who had been around for years, she believed Ma Cheng'an would never treat her like this!
The first scene is scheduled for two days later.
The next day, Yun Yao was woken up by a phone call. Nestled in Su Yuchen's arms, she threw the ringing phone onto the carpet.
"Stop arguing, it's so annoying!"
Su Yuchen sighed and pulled his arm away, getting out of bed to pick up his phone from the floor.
The phone displayed an unfamiliar number. After Su Yuchen hung up, the number called again. Afraid of disturbing Yun Yao, he closed the door and pressed the answer button.
"Yun Yao, right?"
"I am Su Yuchen, and my wife is sleeping."
The person on the other end paused for a moment, and after going through who Su Yuchen was in their mind, they finally confirmed the identity of their sugar daddy.
"President Su, I'm Ma Cheng'an." Ma Cheng'an then remembered that Yun Yao was Su Yuchen's wife.
"what's up?"
"Here's the thing, Miss Yun also came to the audition last time, so she must be interested in this movie. After careful consideration, we decided to cast Miss Yun Yao. The salary is negotiable; as long as Miss Yun Yao participates, we can discuss the price as we see fit."
Just as Su Yuchen was about to speak, he felt a figure approaching, and the next second, a "little koala" was hanging on his body.
"Payment? How much?"
Sure enough, only money could move her.
Yun Yao snatched the phone away.
Upon hearing that languid voice, Ma Chengan became somewhat excited.
"Ms. Yun, the fee is negotiable."
Yun Yao responded groggily, then suddenly remembered something.
"Su Yuchen, are you an investor in this drama?"
"Ah."
"Then wouldn't I be making money off you?"
No wonder the old man agreed so readily; he was waiting for this!
"I'm not doing this. Go find someone else if you want!"
Ma Chengan: "..."
"Wait, Ms. Yun, it's not what you think. Mr. Su only invested in the costumes, props, and locations for our film. Your salary will be settled after the film is released."
"How do we calculate it?" Yun Yao was incredibly shrewd when it came to money.
Ma Chengan was somewhat helpless. He had never seen such a shrewd young girl before. No wonder she was a businesswoman!
"If this movie makes money, we'll split the profits 10/90."
"One-nine? Who gets one and who gets nine?"
Ma Chengan: "..." Is there even a need to ask?
"It's 90% of my box office, and you get 10%." Judging from his past box office performance, this small 10% is already a huge amount.
Yun Yao remained silent.
Ma Cheng'an thought Yun Yao had agreed and was about to discuss the specifics when he heard her clear and beautiful voice ring out again.
"Ma Cheng'an, are you kidding me? Do you think I care about your measly one percent? I'd rather close a couple more deals!"
Ma Chengan was sweating profusely, and his voice trembled slightly.
"That's not the case, Miss Yun. Art cannot be measured by price."
"I'm not an unreasonable person, I'll split it 30/70!"
Upon hearing the words "three sevens two," Ma Cheng'an felt his heart bleeding.
"Alright, a 30/70 split it is! Miss Yun, when will you be joining the crew?"
When will you turn on your equipment?
"tomorrow."
"Okay, see you tomorrow then."
After hanging up the phone, Yun Yao couldn't fall asleep again.
"Su Yuchen, if it were you, would you spend a fortune to hire someone with absolutely no acting skills to play the second female lead?" Yun Yao asked.
"will not."
Yun Yao stroked her chin and nodded.
"I don't know either. Is Ma Cheng'an a little stupid?" Yun Yao pointed to her head.
Ma Chengan sneezed three times in a row, and he could barely straighten up.
"Which little brat is talking about me behind my back!"