Chapter 1007: Chapter 1007: If Sheng Tang Says It’s Good, Then It’s Good
Qian Zhe Lin went from being the poor little thing the company left to fend for himself, to suddenly becoming the hot commodity.
He invited Sheng Tang to dinner.
The location for dinner was a very private clubhouse.
Talking about this, he couldn’t stop laughing.
"...You’ve really become a legend, Sheng Tang." Qian Zhe Lin sighed, "Recently, several agents have been trying to get in good with me because you said I have potential."
Sheng Tang raised her glass and clinked it with his.
She was somewhat resigned: "This image I’ve built up, even if I don’t want it, it’s already set. You need to work hard, make sure my image doesn’t crumble because of you."
Qian Zhe Lin clinked glasses with her: "I won’t. I’ve already suffered once; now I know how to pick scripts and how to operate. Sister Chen indeed has provided me with quite a few opportunities.
I’m going to join a really good variety show soon, and after that I’ll be shooting a TV drama. I might also follow William’s path, not sticking rigidly to the film industry, but first establishing my reputation."
"The market is indeed a bit more lenient towards male stars." Sheng Tang remarked, "At least, your age isn’t as sensitive as it is for female stars. You have opportunities to play leading male roles even over thirty or forty, so no rush."
"True." Qian Zhe Lin chuckled.
Suddenly getting busy, Qian Zhe Lin was very grateful to Sheng Tang.
As for his agent Chen Jing’en, Qian Zhe Lin didn’t have much resentment.
Chen Jing’en was very skilled and also quite sharp-eyed.
In this circle, Qian Zhe Lin was used to all kinds of sharp-eyed people, and had become numb; he didn’t even consider it a personal failing.
People like Sheng Tang, who are so open-hearted with friends, are very rare.
What Qian Zhe Lin needed to do now was not bear grudges, but focus on his development.
Once he truly succeeded, he’d have a chance to repay Sheng Tang for her kindness in supporting him.
He would never forget, how she had helped him time and time again when he was at a dead end. Helping once is a favor, helping twice, and so thoroughly, is an immense kindness.
With this mindset, Qian Zhe Lin was extremely driven and hard-working.
His professionalism was also recognized.
Agent Chen Jing’en re-assessed him and felt he indeed had considerable potential; Sheng Tang’s judgment was really spot on.
After helping Qian Zhe Lin open doors, Sheng Tang focused wholeheartedly on character analysis and summary for "Never Loved You."
This film is set to start shooting in a month.
"By the way, when will the thumbnails for our ’Tomb Robbers’ come out?" Sheng Tang asked Gu Jiahui.
"Tomb Robbers" finished shooting in late September last year, and is now in post-production and the first draft of the thumbnails.
As for special effects, the company we’ve found is currently very big and slow, estimating full completion by year-end, or even early next year.
The film’s release is likely set for next summer.
Sheng Tang was very concerned about the first draft of the thumbnails.
"They’re almost done, just a few places need tweaking." Gu Jiahui said, "I’ll have someone keep an eye on it."
Sheng Tang expressed her gratitude.
While working on the new film’s character summary, Gu Jiahui came over again.
"That special effects studio has delayed our special effects design by six months." Gu Jiahui said.
"How can this be?"
"They’ve taken on a new project, offering a higher price than ours." Gu Jiahui said, "We need to find another studio."
"But Junye is the best special effects studio." Sheng Tang said, "We’ve given enough money, ’Tomb Robbers’ must use the best effects."
"It’s not about money, but connections." Gu Jiahui said, "Don’t worry, I’ll handle it."
"How will you handle it?"
"I plan to invite their boss to dinner." Gu Jiahui said.
Sheng Tang: "..."
"Their boss also went to Huishi High School, he’s an alumni, I can play the connection card."
"Really?" Sheng Tang was surprised, "Is he our senior?"
"He should be a year junior to me." Gu Jiahui said, "Maybe from your year."
Sheng Tang grew more curious: "What’s his name?"
