Chapter 1694 - 828: One Link After Another

Chapter 1694: Chapter 828: One Link After Another

"That’s exactly it. Xiao Yun’s ideas are very similar to yours. Before confirming any collaboration, she wants to get to know you, talk about a lot of things, or ask a lot of questions, or indeed, there are parts she doesn’t agree with that need modification. Once both sides reach an agreement and take on the project, Xiao Yun won’t have any other opinions." Zhou Lan said, "She also doesn’t allow everyone to start filming and then make changes to plans, including the script, due to personal reasons. Producers that have worked with her, directors, and screenwriters have all praised this point. With Xiao Yun’s involvement, there are fewer complications to handle, like actors fighting, disputes, requests to add scenes or cut scenes. Everyone knows Xiao Yun’s temperament and generally won’t dare. Speaking of which, as her agent, I find it quite troublesome. There was one time when we were filming a drama, where an actor frequently showed up late despite repeated warnings. Xiao Yun actually went live on set every day, waiting for that actor to arrive. Honestly, it made my heart jump out of my chest. It offended people greatly, but that’s Xiao Yun’s character."

Ren Suzhi laughed.

"Yes, I also saw reports about this incident."

She glanced at the children playing and said, "I rarely make suggestions about which actors should ultimately say my script lines. The production side asks for my opinion, and I generally don’t give suggestions. Choosing actors is a complicated matter, but when it comes to someone who’s notoriously difficult to work with, I usually advise against collaborating."

Zhou Lan: "Actually, almost every film and television company has a list of actors who are good to work with and those who aren’t, clearly documented."

"Even so, as long as the actor is famous and popular, it actually doesn’t stop everyone from hiring them."

"Yeah, there’s no choice. Every year, there are so many projects to start. There are only so many famous actors who can carry a show." Zhou Lan said, "Just like in recent years, the actress who was blacklisted for the surrogacy scandal. She’s notoriously difficult to work with, and her salary demands are extremely high. Yet, despite this, companies are still flocking to collaborate with her. I can’t believe it; her salary for one film can equal what Xiao Yun earns for four or five projects, completely disrupting the market price and balance."

"Haha, I know who you’re talking about." Ren Suzhi nodded, "That actress, well, let’s not say anything, it’s hard to comment."

She suddenly thought of something and asked, "Zhou Yun is already such a top-tier actor. Does she still ask for such a low salary?"

"Nowadays, there’s usually a bonus added." Zhou Lan said, "We also don’t want our salary to put a heavy burden on the production side. In the end, even with the bonus, the salary isn’t low, but we have to take on the risk of potentially not receiving the bonus."

"That’s quite considerate, sharing risks with the production side." Ren Suzhi said, "No wonder everyone is eager to work with Zhou Yun."

Zhou Lan finished meeting with Ren Suzhi and bid farewell.

Upon returning to the company, assistant Li Zhu immediately approached him.

"Director Zhou, President Lin is here." Li Zhu said softly.

Li Zhu didn’t refer to anyone other than just President Lin.

Lin Zhiping.

Zhou Lan was a bit surprised and asked, "Is he in my office?"

"Yes, he’s waiting for you in your office."

Zhou Lan walked happily into the office, "Why didn’t you tell me you were coming? How long have you been waiting?"

Lin Zhiping was sitting on the sofa, looking at his phone, and he smiled as he stood up.

"I just arrived. I happened to be nearby, so I brought a cake for you. Unfortunately, you weren’t here."

Lin Zhiping pointed to the cake placed on Zhou Lan’s desk.

It’s quite small, about two or three bites to finish, with no worry of gaining weight.

Zhou Lan said, "I just met with the screenwriter from ’Deskmate.’ You’re so busy, and yet you still found time to get me a cake?"

"Okay, I admit, I had my assistant buy it." Lin Zhiping immediately confessed with a laugh, "But I personally brought it up."

"Tsk tsk, that’s rare, I must taste it well." Zhou Lan chuckled, "Are you going back to the office later?"

"Yeah, there’s another meeting in half an hour. If you hadn’t come back, I would’ve had to leave." Lin Zhiping said, "Actually, I have to leave now."

Zhou Lan immediately walked over and hugged him tightly.

She said, "Are you free tonight then?"

"I don’t know when my side will finish." Lin Zhiping said apologetically, "There’s an event I need to attend tonight."

"Alright, no problem." Zhou Lan lifted Lin Zhiping’s chin and kissed him on the lips, "Focus on your work first, and we’ll find another time to meet."

Lin Zhiping acknowledged, but didn’t end the kiss, instead kissing back with more intensity.

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