Zhu Feiwan's answer was simple and humble, without any excessive claim to credit, as if he had only done a trivial thing.

Liu Ying's voice suddenly became excited: "I knew it was you! Director Zhang came to see me today and said he wanted to meet you. Are you free later? I'm going to arrange a dinner for you two to meet?"

"Director? I really have no interest in acting."

Zhu Feiwan directly declined the proposal.

Liu Ying was anxious when he heard this, and quickly added an explanation: "It's Director He Wenmou, the winner of the Golden Horse Award for Best Film and Best Director three times, and the winner of the Hong Kong Film Award ten times! The heroines in his movies are all winners of the three major awards! Yun Ran, this is a rare opportunity!"

"Acting is too time-consuming. Once you join the crew, your personal freedom will be greatly restricted. I have three children to take care of at home, so I really can't spare that much time."

Zhu Feiwan's words are full of her sense of responsibility as a mother.

"All right……"

There was a hint of helplessness in Liu Ying's voice.

But then, she seemed to remember something. "Director Zhang also asked, don't you want to compete with Lu? He has a cooperative project on hand and hopes to talk to you face to face."

When he heard that it was to deal with Lu's company, Zhu Feiwan reluctantly changed his mind: "Okay, send me the address."

"where to?"

Su Yan turned his head and asked, his tone full of concern.

Zhu Feiwan looked at the phone screen with a calm expression: "Qingshan Restaurant."

……

The car drove slowly down the mountain. Su Yan operated the navigation skillfully and finally stopped in front of an antique restaurant - Qingshan Restaurant, which was their destination.

"Then I'll go back to the hospital first. I'll leave the car to you. I can just take a taxi there."

"No, you can drive away. Lili and I will need to take a taxi home later anyway. We may have to attend a social event tonight, so it's not convenient for us to drive."

"Okay, I'll leave first."

Su Yan got into the car again. When he closed the door, he couldn't help but remind her, "Drink less and take care of yourself."

"Know it."

Zhu Feiwan blinked and agreed gently, then said to Xu Lili, "Lili, let's go."

As we entered the courtyard, two waiters dressed in exquisite cheongsams immediately came forward to greet us.

Leading Zhu Feiwan and Xu Lili along the winding path to the reserved box.

The environment here is elegant and full of ancient charm.

Pushing open the heavy wooden door, the scene inside became clear: Liu Ying was chatting and laughing with a middle-aged man, who was the famous director Zhang.

Qiao Qiao was standing by and carefully pouring tea and water for everyone.

When Liu Ying saw the door open, he immediately sat back in his seat and waved to greet people.

Director Zhang stood up excitedly with his hands outstretched, appearing particularly enthusiastic.

This sudden enthusiasm made Liu Ying a little nervous.

She then stood up and stood aside. Zhu Feiwan generously extended his right hand and shook hands with Director Zhang politely and briefly.

"This is the third time we've met."

Director Zhang said with a smile, his eyes full of admiration and expectation for Zhu Feiwan.

Zhu Feiwan frowned slightly and said apologetically: "I'm really sorry, I don't have any memory of our previous meeting."

Director Zhang recalled with a smile: "The first time was in the hotel lobby, when you accompanied Qiao Qiao to look for Ying Ying, and the second time was at the dinner party yesterday. Today is the third time."

"Nice to meet you."

Although his memory was vague, Zhu Feiwan still nodded politely in response.

After sitting down, Director Zhang personally made a pot of tea for Zhu Feiwan.

Zhu Feiwan didn't intend to spend too much time on the small talk and went straight to the point: "What exactly does the director mean by cooperation?"

Director Zhang's eyes flashed with anticipation: "We are preparing to remake White Snake and Green Snake. Although the core of the story remains the same, a lot of special effects will be added. At the same time, the emotional line will be strengthened, and the story of Xu Xian and the White Snake will be constructed into a version of a ten-life love affair. I have been planning this movie for a long time, but I have not been able to find suitable actors to play the roles of the White Snake and the Green Snake. Until I ran into you in the hotel, at that moment, I saw that your temperament and image perfectly matched the White Snake in my mind. You are charming but not coquettish, and you have a unique charm in your coldness."

Facing the director's praise, Zhu Feiwan seemed a little embarrassed: "Director, I must be honest with you. I don't think I am suitable to play the leading role in your movie. First, I am married and have three children. This family situation is not suitable for me to get involved in the entertainment industry. Second, filming takes several months and I can't be with my children. This is unbearable for me."

Director Zhang patiently advised: "Yingying has already mentioned your concerns to me. Don't worry, we will try our best to coordinate and meet your needs. If you can't bear to leave your children, you can bring them to the crew. We have professional staff to take care of them. For children's learning problems, we can also arrange private tutors."

As a director, he knows very well that, in many cases, when choosing actors, besides considering their professional abilities, what is more important is an indescribable rapport.

Once you identify an actor at first sight, you must do your best to get him, no matter how many difficulties and obstacles you have to overcome.

During the conversation, it was clear that Zhu Feiwan's enthusiasm was not aroused.

He suddenly remembered something and quickly added, "And as far as I know, the Lu Group has quietly purchased similar copyrights and is preparing a 3D animated film focusing on the Legend of the White Snake. It is said that Hollywood's top visual effects team has been mobilized, and the initial investment has reached a huge amount of million."

"In this way, our live-action version of "White Snake and Green Snake" will undoubtedly compete head-on with Lu's work, launching a fierce market competition. Ling'er's new fairy-tale film is about to hit the screen, which will just happen to compete with Lu's film with the same theme. If Ling'er can win this duel, coupled with the double-sided attack of our "White Snake and Green Snake", Lu's Pictures' position in the film and television industry will probably suffer a series of heavy blows, and it will be difficult to turn around in a year or two. By then, whether it is to absorb talents or adopt other strategies, it is not an unattainable dream for Lu's Pictures to withdraw from the stage."

Director Zhang spoke in an impassioned tone.

Zhu Feiwan listened attentively. Director Zhang's words surprised her and shocked her like never before.

"Director Zhang, is there any conflict between you and Lu Huaijin? I feel like you seem to want to defeat Lu's Pictures more?"

she asked tentatively.

Upon hearing this, Director Zhang clenched his fists and his expression suddenly became solemn.

"Lu Huaijin and I have no personal grudges, but Lu Cunli and I are incompatible and we will never coexist!"

Zhu Feiwan sensed Director Zhang's seriousness and did not ask any further questions. He just nodded slightly and replied, "I will consider it carefully."

"Very good, I have brought the script with me. You will definitely have a different feeling after you finish reading it!"

Director Zhang took out the script from his bag and handed it to him. "Please believe me, this work will definitely help you ascend to the altar of the entertainment industry!"

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