Huayu: From an ordinary person to a happy director

Chapter 42: Holding Happy Twist

Shi Lei and Liu Tao's moods fluctuated with the stage play, and they both watched it very seriously.

He had never seen this play in his previous life, so he watched it very carefully, analyzing the factors for the play's success from the perspective of a professional director.

"If You Want to Eat Mahua, I'll Twist It for You" is not only a comedy, it also contains some touching moments.

As a worthy classic of Happy Twist, this stage play skillfully combines the traditional Chinese snack Twist with people's daily life and emotional entanglements, presenting a series of warm and humorous scenes of life.

First of all, the plot design of the play is very clever. Through the clue of fried dough twist, multiple seemingly independent but closely connected stories are connected in series, allowing the audience to feel the beautiful meaning of fried dough twist while enjoying the plot. As a traditional snack, fried dough twist not only carries people's love for food, but also becomes a bond that connects people's emotions.

Secondly, the actors' performances were also excellent. Through their delicate and subtle performances, they fully displayed the inner world of the characters. Whether it was the handling of comedy elements or the interpretation of emotional scenes, people could feel the professionalism and dedication of the actors. Their performance styles were different, but they were all full of charm, which made people unable to help but cheer for them.

This is why the stage play became popular.

In addition, the stage design of this play is also very colorful. Through the clever use of elements such as lighting, scenery, and props, a stage world full of fantasy colors is created for the audience. As the core element of the play, the twisted dough stick not only plays a key role in the plot, but is also fully reflected in the stage design. While appreciating the plot, the audience can also feel the visual enjoyment brought by the twisted dough stick.

Finally, the emotions and values ​​conveyed by the play also moved people deeply. It tells people that the little things in life can become an emotional bond between oneself and others. Mahua, as a traditional snack, not only carries people's love for food, but also becomes a bridge connecting people's emotions. Through the clue of Mahua, the relationship between the characters in the play is gradually shortened, and finally the communication of the soul and the sublimation of emotions are achieved.

In the entire Happy Twist, the person he values ​​most is Shen Teng.

"This Shen Teng is pretty good, a very good comedian."

Liu Tao nodded in agreement and asked, "Do you want to recruit him into the company?"

"I plan to acquire Happy Twist."

Liu Tao was stunned for a moment, then asked: "Let's go over and talk now?"

Shi Lei shook his head and said, "No, let Deng Hongxu find someone to talk to them."

It's not that he doesn't take it seriously, but the negotiations may fail. If the people below fail in the negotiations, they can ask people with higher positions to step in. If he fails in the negotiations, there will be no room for maneuver.

After leaving the theater, Shi Lei called Deng Hongxu directly to explain the situation.

In the next few days, Shi Lei took Liu Tao shopping, eating various snacks, and playing various games.

In fact, he didn't want to do this. Being photographed by paparazzi would have a huge impact on Liu Tao's popularity.

But Liu Tao couldn't resist and met his request. Not only did she unlock new poses, but she also put on various ancient costumes.

No wonder some people don’t like to go vacuum, just lift up the skirt and start, some clothes really enhance it.

Being in a good mood, he decided to stay with Liu Tao for a few more days.

A few days later, Deng Hongxu called to report the results.

The three founders of Happy Twist are Zhang Chen, Yu Kai, and Tian Youru, and each holds a 33% stake.

The company spent one million to buy all the shares from Yu Kai and Tian Youru, and the remaining one, Zhang Chen, is still under negotiation.

"No need to talk. Let him continue to be a director and promise him that the company will not interfere with the management of Happy Twist. In addition, I will send a red envelope to all employees of Happy Twist in my name. You can decide the amount of the red envelope." Shi Lei made the final decision.

Just as he expected, Zhang Chen did not give up his shares in Happy Twist, just like in his previous life. This is good. If someone else were to manage the business, they might not be as dedicated as he was, and Happy Twist might not be able to achieve the same success as in his previous life. Now that Zhang Chen is still the chairman and with the support of Taolin Film and Television, Happy Twist will develop even better.

"Boss, maybe we can buy his shares if we talk more." Although Deng Hongxu didn't know why Shi Lei wanted to acquire Happy Twist, he knew very well that he had to do what his boss asked him to do.

"This result is within my expectations. You don't have to worry about it. Don't interfere in the management of Happy Twist. Let it develop on its own. You can intervene when necessary." Shi Lei made it clear.

"Boss, I understand." Deng Hongxu nodded in agreement.

"By the way, let the company's artist Ma Li perform in the stage play." Shi Lei said again.

"Ma Li? Okay, I'll arrange it."

Shi Lei hung up the phone and continued to play with Liu Tao.

Unfortunately, unpleasant things still happened. Although both of them were wearing masks, they were still photographed by the thugs.

For a while, Shi Lei and Liu Tao's relationship appeared in various gossip newspapers, and for a while, everyone thought that Shi Lei was in love with Liu Tao.

People kept calling Shi Lei to ask him about it, and Shi Lei's answer was very straightforward: no. However, Liu Tao's reply was somewhat beyond Shi Lei's expectations. Although Liu Tao answered no, the tone of her answer...

Forget it, just pretend you don’t know!
It is simply impossible to trap him through public opinion.

He is a director, not a star, so it doesn’t matter if he has some fun.

Of course Liu Tao could deliberately mislead, but Taolin Film and Television would not. The public relations department of Taolin Film and Television immediately issued a statement to clarify.

The next day, Shi Lei sent Liu Tao to the crew of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" and left.

As soon as I returned to Taolin Film and Television’s office, Yang Mi came up to me.

"By the way, don't you have to go to class?" Shi Lei couldn't help but complain.

Yang Mi raised an eyebrow and said, "It's the weekend today, so I really don't have to go to class."

"Huh? Don't all high school students take extra classes?" Shi Lei looked at Yang Mi in surprise.

"I don't know about other schools, but our school does not have make-up classes on weekends, don't you know?" Yang Mi explained.

"Then you should sign up for a cram school!"

"Yes, but I'm an art student and I'm enrolled in a performance class. My teacher is from Taolin Film and Television." Yang Mi raised his eyebrows at the end and continued, "The teacher is not always available to tutor me."

"You are so lucky." Shi Lei couldn't help but sigh.

Whether in his past life or this life, he took make-up classes on weekends during high school and only had a half-day break on Sunday afternoons.

"I am happy without you. I am so happy with you in my arms."

"Didn't I tell you on the phone? She and I are not in a relationship."

"Hmph, I don't care. You just have to accompany me out to play for a few days." Yang Mi stepped forward, grabbed Shi Lei's arm and squeezed it hard, and kept shaking it to create some friction between the two of them.

"No, I'm going to North America tomorrow to sign a contract with Warner and prepare for a new movie." Shi Lei refused decisively.

Warner said there was a problem with the script and he needed to come over. In fact, the time agreed with Warner was a few days later, but he was a little annoyed with those reporters and decided to go out and hide.

Those reporters were really omnipresent. When he went to the airport, there were people waiting for him. There were also reporters waiting for him on the plane. Only with the help of the airport security did he get safely into the company's car that was waiting for him.

There were also reporters stalking him outside the company's office building, and the security guards had chased them away many times.

It's better to go out for a few months to let public opinion cool down.

"Going to North America?" Yang Mi's eyes sparkled as he stared at Shi Lei.

Shi Lei felt a little scared by being looked at, and refused directly: "No, you still have to study."

"I can take a leave..." Yang Mi said quickly.

"No, this won't work. You may be away for more than ten days instead of just one or two days. Studying is very important for you." Shi Lei flatly refused.

"Then Zhao Liying..."

"After performing in The Legend of Sword and Fairy, she will go back to study for a year. She will only have one drama per year."

"Then can I have two dramas every year?" Yang Mi's eyes sparkled as she looked at Shi Lei expectantly.

"The same goes for you. Just one drama a year is already a restriction I have lifted. You are still students. Filming takes up too much time, and you won't be able to make up for it in class." Shi Lei directly broke Yang Mi's fantasy.

"Brother Lei~~~" Yang Mi pouted and acted coquettishly, her intention was very obvious.

"It's really not possible. Acting skills are very important. If your acting skills are not good, your role will probably be replaced." Shi Lei refused again.

The era of traffic has not yet begun, and one drama a year is just right to maintain exposure.

Yang Mi's face fell, full of unhappiness, and she didn't squeeze that hard anymore. Suddenly, her eyes rolled and she said coquettishly, "Will you really push me?"

(End of this chapter)