Friday, November 19th.
Tomorrow, Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao will come to Jingzhou. That day happens to be Saturday, and they can have a reception banquet at Mingyun Private Kitchen in the evening.
Today Pei Qian took a taxi and went to look at several properties near the South High-Speed Railway Station and made a good selection.
Finally, I settled on a well-decorated house, more than 140 square meters, and the price was about the same as Pei Qian expected.
Furthermore, because Pei Qian paid the full price directly, the price was also discounted. Calculating the 95% discount, the total price was 1.63 million.
It’s just that the house is not yet completed, and handover will have to wait until March next year.
In the past two or three years, housing prices have begun to rise. Good houses are all off-plan. They are basically snatched up before the house is handed over. If you really have to wait until the house is handed over before buying, you may just have to buy it. Can be bought second hand.
There is nothing we can do about this.
So, after Pei Qian considered it comprehensively, he decided that this house was the most suitable one at the moment. Although it was off-plan, he still decided to buy it.
Pei Qian is not in a hurry anyway. The place where his parents currently live is a bit small, but they have lived there for so many years, so it is not less than a few months.
What's more, even if the house is handed over, the house inspection, soft decoration, furniture, etc. will still have to be busy for several months, so there is no rush.
I bought a house, solved a worry, and felt a lot more at ease.
The only dissatisfaction was that Pei Qian could only sigh with emotion when he saw that his personal property was only about 200,000 yuan, and he was really back before liberation.
But it doesn’t matter, as long as you can make some mistakes during this settlement cycle, you can earn back the money for this house in minutes!
......
I had a busy day on Friday, signed the house purchase contract, and went to rest directly after I came back.
On Saturday afternoon, Pei Qian asked the company’s driver Xiao Sun to take him to Mingyun Private Kitchen, where he was waiting to receive Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao.
Both of these two flew in this afternoon. Zhang Zuting arrived a little earlier and had already gone to the hotel to rest; Lu Zhiyao arrived a little later, and Pei Qian also arranged for someone to pick him up and drop him off at the hotel. After settling in, we went to Mingyun Private Kitchen for dinner.
In addition, as the director of the movie, Zhu Xiaoce must also be accompanying him, and he has arrived in advance.
Pei Qian and Zhu Xiaoce were waiting in the private room while eating snacks.
Pei Qian noticed that the briefcase next to Zhu Xiaoce contained two printed scripts, which should be given to Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao.
Pei Qian also has a little headache about the script.
Zhang Zuting said before that he wanted to read the script, but was fooled by Pei Qian.
When Lu Zhiyao comes over this time, he will probably ask to read the script.
Pei Qian also knows that these two actors are very picky about scripts, and they are not the kind of people who can film whatever they want if they have enough money, so the script must not be fooled here.
Lao ZhangIt's relatively easy to talk here. After all, everyone has friendship and is willing to cooperate.
Lu Zhiyao and Pei Qian are not close friends, and they themselves have a certain celebrity status. How can they casually accept a movie from an unknown director? Even if the money is enough, people will still read the script and decide whether to shoot it.
So, Pei Qian is a little worried.
But looking at Zhu Xiaoce's appearance, he didn't seem worried at all. Instead, he was confident and confident.
Pei Qian feels that this is quite outrageous. Why does Zhu Xiaoce hold such a rubbish script in his hand as if he is holding a Nobel Prize-winning work?
Pei Qian asked tentatively: "Director Zhu, when Lu Zhiyao comes over today, he will probably ask about the movie script. By then..."
Zhu Xiaoce did not wait for Pei Qian. After saying that, he patted his chest: "Don't worry, Mr. Pei, this is nothing!"
"Your script is so well written. Lu Zhiyao might like it more and more and ask for a reduction in his salary. Join us!"
Pei Qian: "..."
Is that a little too optimistic?
But now that the matter is at this point, Pei Qian is not in a position to ask any more questions. He can only wait until they meet to act on his own initiative.
Not long after, the company's seven-seater business car arrived. Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao got out of the car and walked into Mingyun Private Kitchen under the reception of the waiter.
The two of them each brought an assistant behind them.
It is very common for celebrities to have assistants. After all, most celebrities are busy with work, and they must have someone around to help, otherwise they will not be able to do it on their own.
The two of them each go out with only one assistant, which is already quite low-key. Some popular actors always bring ten or eight assistants when they go out, and they are enjoying being surrounded by stars all the time. Feel.
This was the first time Pei Qian saw Lu Zhiyao in real life. Before, he had seen his photos and movie clips on the Internet.
Pei Qian’s first impression of Lu Zhiyao was: Handsome!
Actors are also divided into those who are photogenic and those who are not. Some actors are good-looking in the camera, but in reality they are so beautiful that their whole body seems to be shining, which is definitely not comparable to ordinary handsome boys and beauties; while some actors are so beautiful in real life It's not particularly conspicuous in the middle, but with the makeup, it can be a big plus after being photographed.
Lu Zhiyao is even more special. He is very handsome in real life, but not so handsome in the movie...
I have to say that the actor is indeed very dependent on "Audience popularity" means that some actors are very good-looking, but they just don't like the audience. There's nothing we can do about it.
"Mr. Pei! Long time no see."
Zhang Zuting stepped forward quickly and shook hands with Pei Qian.
"Mr. Pei, nice to meet you."
Lu Zhiyao followed closely behind.
After a few words of greeting, Pei Qian led everyone to the private room and sat down.
It was still the largest private room on the third floor of the villa. Zhang Zuting watched the afterglow of the sunset shining outside through the floor-to-ceiling windows.On the infinity swimming pool, I couldn’t help but think of the scene when I first came here.
This scene is really making people...can't stop drooling.
When Zhang Zuting thought of the delicious food he had eaten last time, he couldn't help but yearn for it and couldn't wait to start the meal.
However, Mr. Pei neither looked at Zhang Zuting nor Lu Zhiyao at this time, but stared at Zhang Zuting's assistant.
It was you who memorized the location of Ming Yun’s private kitchen last time and attracted all the wealthy people in Jingzhou City!
Mr. Pei is very angry, but there is nothing he can do. For the sake of fried pork trotters, I won’t argue with you.
Pei Qian introduced the identity of director Zhu Xiaoce to Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao. Everyone chatted for a while, and the dishes were served one after another.
Although Lu Zhiyao has eaten a lot of good food, when he saw the dishes here, he still had an expression of surprise on his face.
Before coming here, he heard that there was a very good unknown restaurant in Jingzhou City, but he didn’t have high expectations. After all, he has been filming all over the country all year round. What kind of good restaurant has he not been to?
When he finally tasted it, he realized that the food here was not inferior to the best restaurants he had ever been to, and even the environment and service were even better!
At the entrance of delicious food, Lu Zhiyao's depression has been relieved a lot in recent times.
The new movie hit the market, and Lu Zhiyao spent several days in isolation at home. He originally had no plans to take on any new movies in the near future.
The cast of the last movie was so good that it was all thrown away. Do you want to make another film and continue to beat the crowd?
I can’t stand it.
Lu Zhiyao actually had not decided whether to accept this movie or not. Relatively speaking, he came to Jingzhou more to relax than to work.
However, at this time, watching the delicious dishes being served one after another, and feeling the waiter's attentive and thoughtful service, Lu Zhiyao felt that Mr. Pei valued him.
Originally I just wanted to come and have a look, but after eating this meal, I suddenly felt a little embarrassed.
As the saying goes, eating people is soft-spoken, and taking advantage of others is short-handed. Although Lu Zhiyao had not decided whether to take on this drama, it was still appropriate to take the initiative to chat.
Thinking of this, Lu Zhiyao took the initiative and said: "Mr. Pei, Director Zhu. Let's briefly talk about this drama."
"To be honest, my personal mood has been... I am depressed and in poor condition. Mr. Zhang must know that an actor's condition has a great impact on his performance. I have always declined, mainly because I was worried that I would not be able to perform well and cause trouble to everyone."
< p>"Besides, I'm a 'box office poison' now, and I'm afraid I'll hurt you."Lu Zhiyao didn't say anything to death, he first took a lower stance, in case he finally refused. , and it can also make both sides get along.
As for whether to make this movie, we have to read the script and understand the sincerity of the other party before deciding.
If it’s a bad movie, thenDecline politely; if you think this film has hope of becoming a small hit, then you can give it a try.
Pei Qian smiled: "In other words, I think Mr. Lu, your talent has been seriously buried!"
"In the eyes of others, you are box office poison, but in my eyes Here, you are the most suitable candidate for the leading role in this movie!"
"I have high hopes for you."
Lu Zhiyao knew that Mr. Pei was probably saying this. It's a polite word.
But seeing Mr. Pei's sincere eyes, he was still moved.
It seems that Pei always means it sincerely!
It’s really hard to find a confidant.
"Mr. Pei, you trust me so much, which really makes me a little ashamed."
"Mr. Pei, Director Zhu, I feel your sincerity. However, can I first Read the script?"
Sure enough, I still need a script.
Pei Qian also knew that if he didn’t read the script, Lu Zhiyao would probably not agree to participate. He had no choice but to look at Zhu Xiaoce and ask him to hand the two scripts to Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao respectively.
Lu Zhiyao wiped his hands with the hot towel handed by the waiter, solemnly took the script and read it carefully.
Pei Qian watched as Lu Zhiyao's expression changed from expectation, to confusion, to shock, and finally to dullness, feeling something was wrong.
Lu Zhiyao simply finished reading the script and didn't know what to say for a while.
This kind of script is so rare!
Of course, it can’t be said that I have never seen it before. Many European and American literary films have some specious plots, but in China, it seems that I have never seen it shot like this...
Lu Zhiyao has never played this kind of leading actor in his acting career.
Isn’t this too tragic?
I was a licker at the beginning, but in the end I couldn't get any offers. I finally got rich in the middle and abandoned my old love. In the end, I was tricked and I became a pauper again.
When has Lu Zhiyao ever suffered such grievances?
The male protagonists who have been filmed in the past are all winners in life, surrounded by beautiful women, and their careers are going smoothly.
Even if it is a tragedy, it must be a majestic death.
What if he plays a supporting actor role? They tend to be lovable and charming villains as well.
This movie is good. I was promised to play the male lead, but the male lead turned out to be too miserable! It's neither cute nor pitiful. After hearing this story, I feel sick.
Lu Zhiyao looked at Pei Qian: "Mr. Pei...this script..."
He didn't know how to describe it for a while.
Seeing Lu Zhiyao's expression, Pei Qian felt a little bad. Sure enough, this script of returning to the clan with all kinds of poisons still had a dissuasive effect on this "box office poison"...
Think about it. In the movies I made before, the characters played in the films were either heroes, or domineering CEOs, or the worst.A wealthy second generation, professional elite, etc. who have no worries about food and clothing.
Can this person be happy if he is asked to play the role of a pauper, who is still a dog-licker, a supercilious wolf, and finally gets fooled around?
Pei Qian looked at Zhu Xiaoce and indicated that Zhu should take charge at this time.
No matter what you say, just blow this script first to stabilize Lu Zhiyao’s mentality!
However, before Zhu Xiaoce could say anything, Zhang Zuting had already slapped him on the thigh: "Great script! This script is great!"
"I have been making movies for so many years, and I have never seen the original intention. Such a profound script! ”
“This is a bitter satirical drama that criticizes the over-addicted consumption mentality, social impetuousness and the alienation of people. This script is very meaningful and worth reading. Savor it carefully!"
"Mr. Pei, where did you find the screenwriter? The level is really high!"
Zhu Xiaoce responded promptly: "Mr. Pei wrote this script himself. ."
Zhang Zuting was in awe: "I can't believe that Mr. Pei is so versatile! He really works hard!"
"That's not right, Mr. Pei, the script is clear. It’s all been written. Then why did you avoid talking about it when I asked you on the phone?”
“Oh... I understand, it’s because of modesty and low-keyness!”
"Mr. Pei, it is right to be modest, but being too modest is not good. This means that we have a strong relationship. If it were another actor, he might not come as soon as he heard that there was no script. What a pity. !"
"Just for this script, let alone the friendship price, even if it doesn't require a salary, I will definitely come to film it!"
Pei Qian looked at Zhu Xiaoce in confusion! , looked at Zhang Zuting again, the development of the situation was completely beyond his expectation.
What's going on...
Originally, I just prepared Zhu Xiaoce as a cover, and wanted to use it to deceive Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao.
It turns out that Zhang Zuting was so smart that he took the initiative to help, and the three of them fooled Lu Zhiyao into coming!
Lu Zhiyao was still confused. He only read the script roughly and did not get the points in the script very well.
Zhang Zuting continued to flip through the script and said with emotion: "Mr. Pei, if I guess correctly, this script should be specially tailored for Brother Lu, right?"
Pei Qian:?
Tailor-made?
I thought too much. When I wrote this script, I didn’t even know who Lu Zhiyao was...
But it’s impossible for Pei Qian to tell the truth, right?
I can only show a confused smile, neither admitting nor denying.
Seeing this smile, Zhang Zuting became even more sure. He looked at Lu Zhiyao next to him: "Brother Lu, do you see it?"
Lu Zhiyao fainted.
I saw a ball of yarn!
Tailored for me?
Do I look like a licking dog?
Seeing Lu Zhiyao's puzzled expression, Zhang Zuting explained: "Brother Lu, do you know what you lack most now?"
"It's not just a lack of a good script or a good role. ."
"More importantly, there is a lack of a good character!"
Lu Zhiyao's expression is still confused.
Zhang Zuting continued: "A good character does not refer to a high-profile character in a movie. You have played many 'successful people' in movies, but the response has always been mediocre. Have you ever thought about it? Why? ”
“A good character is not a flawless character, but a character that can highlight your own characteristics to the greatest extent so that the audience can empathize with you and remember you!”< /p>
"Just like when I was young, I relied on playing a mentally ill person to win the Best Actor Award."
"And the male protagonist in this script seems to be useless, but he is an outstanding character." A really good role, complex and rich."
"This kind of role is a comprehensive training for your acting skills, and it also allows you to completely get rid of the audience's stereotypes."
“Why were the roles you played in the past not popular with the audience? I personally think it’s mainly because you are too handsome!”
“Because you are so handsome, the audience will feel that it is a joke. , not grounded, unrealistic, difficult to integrate into the play.”
“I think appearance has become your burden to a certain extent, and you are unwilling to let go of this burden. When playing these roles, it is difficult to break through your original mentality."
"How can you leave a deep impression on the audience if you always play people with no flaws?"
"So, this role is tailor-made for you, it's so suitable!"
"To be honest, if I were more than ten years younger, I would definitely play this male lead. . Now that I am old, I can only give this opportunity to you."
Listening to Zhang Zuting's words, Lu Zhiyao fell silent.
Pei Qian and Zhu Xiaoce also fell silent.
It’s just that the silence of the three people is not for the same reason...
Lu Zhiyao’s silence is because he feels that these are the heartfelt words of an actor, which are very useful. .
No matter how popular Zhang Zuting is now, he is after all a senior who has achieved much more than himself.
If Zhang Zuting thinks this character is very good, then it means that this character is really very good.
Zhu Xiaoce sighed with emotion. Sure enough, Zhang Zuting is an experienced actor and a person who really understands movies.
Just from the reactions of the two actors after seeing the script, it can be seen that Zhang Zuting's level is much higher than that of Lu Zhiyao!
Pei Qian was confused.
He originally thought that Zhang Zuting, like Lu Zhiyao, had great objections to the script, and that he and Zhu Xiaoce would work together to deceive him.
However, Zhang Zuting actually liked this script very much!
Not only did he like it himself, he also helped to deceive Lu Zhiyao, even saying such nonsense as "This script is tailor-made for Lu Zhiyao"...
Pei Qian wanted to know now, did Lao Zhang's words come from the bottom of his heart, or was he simply trying to fool Lu Zhiyao?
The former?
It’s probably not possible. I deliberately wrote this script with Wandu returning to the clan. How could I possibly make Lao Zhang, a seasoned actor who has acted in many dramas, fall in love with it?
Well, this is probably because I am Zhu Xiaoce’s boss and Zhang Zuting’s sponsor. It is difficult for both of them to objectively evaluate this script, so they praise it so much.
Look, Lu Zhiyao, who I don’t know, had no reaction to this script!
So, Lao Zhang and Zhu Xiaoce should be helping to deceive Lu Zhiyao.
Well done!
These two have made great contributions today. As long as they can get "Box Office Poison" to join the crew, they must give them more money!