Chapter 620 - 319: Unless He Falls from Grace! It’s Finally Out

Chapter 620: Chapter 319: Unless He Falls from Grace! It’s Finally Out

Guo Fan spoke with genuine sincerity. After all, for a director to be so admired and to receive such a massive investment to spend on special effects as he wished—it was like finding a true patron.

Making movies for a company like this would be a joy.

When Chen Jincheng heard this, he was secretly overjoyed.

’He’d just taken an extra bite of cake, and now a whole new one was being delivered to his door?’

After all, *Wandering Earth 2* had also grossed over four billion at the box office.

If Guo Fan joined Second-Life Star, then Second-Life Star would take the lead on the film, since Guo Fan himself held the rights to *Wandering Earth*.

Taking the lead on a film was an indispensable step for any film company. It wasn’t just about the profits; it also boosted name recognition and helped build the brand’s image.

Moreover, it could inject vitality into the entire industry and drive the development of related sectors. Filming *Wandering Earth* alone could provide jobs for 20,000 industry professionals.

All of this would increase their influence.

So, he immediately said, "Director Guo, although Second-Life Star acquired LeTV’s film and television department, we’re basically starting from scratch when it comes to actors and directors."

"If you join us at Second-Life Star, I can’t make any other promises, but I can guarantee a baseline investment of 400 to 500 million for *Wandering Earth 2*."

"And who knows? If the first *Wandering Earth* performs well and I make a decent profit, we could even add another two or three hundred million. We can write that into your contract."

The total investment for *Wandering Earth 2* had been 700 million.

Of course, once the first *Wandering Earth* proved to be a success, plenty of people would be lining up to invest, even with a 700-million-yuan price tag.

At that point, Second-Life Star wouldn’t be able to monopolize the entire 700-million investment. When faced with a surefire hit, all the various channels and investors would definitely want a piece of the action.

In the other world, the film had ended up with over forty production and co-production companies.

It was all a game of connections and favors.

So, he had no intention of monopolizing the project then. Let them participate if they wanted. In the world of networking and favors, it was a two-way street: you invest in my project, and I can invest in yours. This would open doors for him to get in on many other blockbuster films and TV series.

In the end, Second-Life Star might even earn more that way.

Of course, all of Chen Jincheng’s calculations were based on his foreknowledge of *Wandering Earth’s* success. But to Guo Fan—a director who was still uncertain of his film’s prospects and even lacking confidence—these words were enough to make him weep with gratitude.

"President Chen, say no more. I’m yours to command," Guo Fan said, immediately raising his glass for a toast.

Seriously, a boss who was willing to commit 400 to 500 million for the sequel before the first film’s performance was even known... no more words were necessary. It was all in the drink.

Chen Jincheng clinked glasses with him and drank, then said with a smile, "Director Guo, at Second-Life Star, you don’t have to worry about anything else. Just focus on making a great film."

"Yes," Guo Fan nodded.

He felt like he’d hit the jackpot today and met a true benefactor.

Seeing Zhang Ao’ai and Li Muchen beside Chen Jincheng, he tactfully asked, "President Chen, Miss Zhang and Miss Li have quite a few fans on Tiao Yin. We could add a role for each of them in the film. It might even be a standout part."

After all, rumors online claimed these "Miss Chengs" had an ambiguous relationship with him. Since President Chen was treating him so well, Guo Fan couldn’t help but want to return the favor.

Normally, he would never do something like creating a role specifically for an investor’s woman—unless, of course, the addition was actually useful to the film, like in Wu Jing’s case.

Chen Jincheng quickly shook his head. "Director Guo, I may not know anything about filmmaking, but I do know that forcing two female characters into the story would definitely disrupt the plot and the film’s aesthetic."

Guo Fan hurriedly replied, "We could just add them as female soldiers. I can do some reshoots; it won’t be a problem."

Hearing this, Chen Jincheng nodded. "In that case, let’s add one role. Have Li Muchen take it. I’m sure it’ll be a good opportunity for her to get some exposure."

’He’d invested in so many series this time. Lin Leqing had no acting talent, so he’d planned a few cameos for her. Zhang Ao’ai and Tian Xiwei had both been given lead roles. Li Muchen only had the part of the heroine’s best friend in *Dear, Beloved*. This could be considered a way to compensate her.’

"Of course, whatever President Chen says. I’ll have the crew draw up a contract for Miss Li later," Guo Fan replied with a smile.

A look of delight appeared on Li Muchen’s pretty face.

’She knew her boss wouldn’t mistreat her.’

’The reason he rejected letting Sister Ai join the film was probably because he hadn’t slept with her yet, right?’

’This afternoon, when I offered to help him sleep with Sister Ai, he acted all high and mighty. Now look at him, already starting to play games with her, huh?’

’She could see the disappointment in Sister Ai’s eyes. After all, who wouldn’t want to get even a small part in a film with this level of investment?’

Zhang Ao’ai was indeed very disappointed, and the look she gave her boss was strange.

She understood the inner workings of the entertainment industry better than the others, and she had a vague feeling that he was sending her a message.

Chen Jincheng, completely unaware of the drama the two women were inventing in their heads, turned to Sun Ji and asked, "How are the other investment negotiations coming along?"

Sun Ji replied at once, "The investments are confirmed, and the digital contracts have been sent. We’re just waiting for you and Sister Hong to sign, Boss. Also, as you requested, I’ve invited the producers and directors for *Dear, Beloved* and *Thirty Only*. We can have dinner with them tonight."

Chen Jincheng nodded. It seemed all his time lately was spent at dinner meetings.

The reason he had invited the producers and directors of these two shows was also for the sake of Li Muchen and Zhang Ao’ai.