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After obtaining the copyright for the sequel to "Folk Princess", He Yuzhu immediately started the preparation work. On this day, he called the core team members to the conference room to discuss the shooting plan for the sequel.

"Everyone knows that our first "Folk Princess" was a huge success. We can't let this sequel ruin our reputation." He Yuzhu glanced around, his expression serious and expectant.

Screenwriter Xiao Zhang spoke first: "Mr. He, I'm thinking that the plot of the sequel should dig deeper into the relationships between the characters based on the first part to make the story more layered. For example, after the twists and turns in the first part, the relationship between the princess and the male protagonist can be added with family grievances this time to make the emotional line more tortuous."

Director Lao Wang adjusted his glasses and added: "I also have new ideas for filming techniques. The first film was more of a traditional narrative, so we can use more close-ups and long shots in the sequel to enhance the appeal of the images and make the audience feel more involved."

He Yuzhu nodded in agreement: "Yes, everyone has ideas. However, we still have to consider market changes. Audiences are becoming more and more picky, so we have to predict in advance. Xiao Li, you are responsible for market research. Collect audience feedback and industry trends in the next few days."

Xiao Li quickly agreed: "Okay, Mr. He. I will arrange it right away and try to get the report out as soon as possible."

At this time, Sister Zhao, who was in charge of finance, looked embarrassed: "Mr. He, there is a problem. Although the first film made a lot of money, the investment budget for the sequel will definitely be higher. We have to think of a way to get the funds."

He Yuzhu pondered for a moment and said, "Well, let's sort out the existing funds and expenses and make a detailed list. I will talk to the advertisers we cooperated with before and try to get some additional investment. In addition, we can also consider introducing new investors, but we must ensure that we have the dominant position in the project."

After the meeting, He Yuzhu immediately made an appointment to meet with an important advertiser, Mr. Ma.

"Mr. Ma, long time no see! Thanks to your previous support, "Folk Princess" has become so successful." He Yuzhu greeted with a smile.

Mr. Ma laughed and said, "Mr. He, you are too polite. Your project is good and we are also benefiting from it. I heard that you are going to make a sequel?"

"That's right, President Ma is really well-informed." He Yuzhu said quickly, "We have prepared this sequel very carefully. The plot and production will be fully upgraded. By then, the ratings will definitely be even higher. If you continue to cooperate, the advertising effect will be absolutely amazing."

Mr. Ma asked with great interest: "Oh? Tell me, what's new this time?"

He Yuzhu then gave a detailed introduction to the content discussed in the previous meeting, and Mr. Ma nodded frequently as he listened.

"Well, it sounds good. But, Mr. He, the investment must be more than the first one." Mr. Ma changed the subject.

He Yuzhu was well prepared and responded with a smile: "Mr. Ma, don't worry. We have done a detailed cost-benefit analysis. This extra investment will definitely bring you rich returns through advertising revenue and copyright sales in the future. In addition, we also plan to develop peripheral products, so that the brand exposure will be greater at that time."

After some bargaining, Mr. Ma finally decided to make additional investments and also helped introduce a potential new investor, Mr. Liu.

A few days later, He Yuzhu met with Mr. Liu. Mr. Liu was a shrewd businessman, and he got straight to the point when they met: "Mr. He, I don't know much about the film and television industry, but I heard that "Folk Princess" is very popular. I want to know, what guarantees can I get if I invest in your sequel?"

He Yuzhu was not in a hurry and took out the prepared project plan: "Mr. Liu, take a look. Our company has a professional team, from screenwriters, directors to actors, all of whom are top in the industry. Moreover, the first film has accumulated a large number of fans and has a strong market foundation. In terms of profit distribution, we have also formulated a reasonable plan to protect your rights and interests."

Mr. Liu looked through the plan carefully and asked questions from time to time, and He Yuzhu patiently answered them one by one.

"Mr. He, you are very sincere and professional. However, I have another request. I would like to send a financial representative to your crew to supervise the use of funds." Mr. Liu said.

He Yuzhu thought for a moment and replied, "Mr. Liu, I completely understand that you are concerned about the safety of funds. However, our crew has a strict financial system and the financial statements are audited regularly. If you want to send a representative, we welcome it, but we hope that you will not interfere too much with the normal operation of the crew."

After several rounds of communication, the two sides finally reached a cooperation agreement.

After the funding issue was resolved, casting became the key issue. The audience expected the original cast to return, but some actors were unable to participate due to schedule or other reasons.

"Mr. He, there's a bit of trouble with the male lead. He's taken on a movie and there's a schedule conflict, so he might not be able to come." Xiao Chen, who is in charge of actor coordination, reported anxiously.

He Yuzhu frowned and said, "Try to communicate again and see if we can coordinate. If it doesn't work, we have to find alternative actors quickly. We have to ensure that the actors and the roles fit well and not let the audience down."

So the crew started the intense casting process. After interviewing more than a dozen actors, they finally found a newcomer who was very suitable in both appearance and acting skills.

"Mr. He, this newcomer is called Lin Yu. Although he is not famous, his acting skills are really good. He brought out the spirit of the character during the audition." Xiao Chen recommended excitedly.

He Yuzhu looked at Lin Yu's audition video and nodded in approval: "Okay, it's him. However, the newcomer lacks experience, so arrange for more seniors to guide him during the filming."

After intensive preparations, the sequel of "Folk Princess" officially started filming. During the filming process, there were still constant problems. There was an important outdoor scene. On the day of filming, it suddenly rained heavily and the site was seriously flooded, making it impossible to shoot normally.

"Mr. He, it looks like the rain won't stop any time. Today's shooting plan will be ruined." Director Lao Wang said anxiously.

He Yuzhu looked at the rain outside the window and thought for a moment: "Don't panic, let's adjust the shooting order of the indoor scenes first, so that the actors can get familiar with the lines and movements. When the rain stops, we will immediately organize the cleanup of the venue and try to catch up with the progress."

In this way, the crew, under the leadership of He Yuzhu, overcame difficulties time and time again. A few months later, the sequel was successfully completed.

Before the broadcast, He Yuzhu organized a grand press conference, which was crowded with media and enthusiastic fans.

"Mr. He, what is the biggest highlight of the sequel compared to the first one?" a reporter asked.

He Yuzhu answered confidently: "The sequel has more ups and downs in the plot, and the relationships between the characters are more complicated. Moreover, we have invested more effort in the production, and the pictures and special effects will bring a brand new visual experience to the audience."

After the press conference, He Yuzhu and his team members returned to the company. Everyone was a little nervous, after all, the success or failure of the sequel was of great importance.

"Mr. He, I hope this one will be as successful as the first one." Sister Zhao said a little nervously.

He Yuzhu encouraged everyone with a smile: "We have put in so much effort, there will definitely be no problem. Let's just wait and see the enthusiastic response from the audience!"

Sure enough, after the sequel was aired, it once again set off a viewing frenzy. The plot was hotly discussed on the streets, the company's phone was bombarded with calls from the media and fans, and nominations for various awards also came in.

"Mr. He, it's such a success! We have really created another miracle this time!" Chen Qiang rushed into the office with a big laugh.

He Yuzhu looked at the jubilant scene in the company, and his heart was filled with emotion: "This is all thanks to everyone. Our film and television empire has just started, and there will be more glory waiting for us to create in the future!"