I’m a Director, I’m Not Bad

Chapter 853 849. Rushing for time

When walking out of this office, everyone had only one thought in their minds.

This experience with Director Xu was not in vain.

It's really not in vain.

Since everyone is stirring the pot, it is natural that they should advance together and retreat together.

Listen.

Say this...

This man... is such a character!

But at this moment, Ren Changzhen didn't move.

Also staying put was Fang Xiu.

Yan Dazhong looked at Ren Changzhen, thought for a while, and finally withdrew.

Since she wanted to say something, the fewer people there, the better. As for what was said, just ask later.

After everyone left and there were only three people left in the conference room, Ren Changzhen said directly in front of Fang Xiu:

"Director Xu, I don't agree with handing over all the remaining content of "Bite of the Tongue". This is the result of our work! It is also yours! What's more, in the final analysis, "The Bite of the Tongue" is your idea. CCTV invested in it, and you gave the copyright to it for free. Yes, I have a strong opinion on this matter..."

"Director Ren."

Xu Xin interrupted her and said with a smile:

"I have to give."

"Why?"

"Because I want to leave a legacy for my brothers. It's that simple."

"..."

Ren Changzhen's brows wrinkled again.

"us……"

"You don't represent everyone."

Xu Xin interrupted her again.

"Director Ren, there is not much left of "Bite of the Tongue". But it is particularly suitable as a favor. With this favor, everyone will greet you with a smile when they meet each other in the future. I know what you mean. , but...if you are not united, don't say anything. You guys can take these business orders back and study them yourself. The so-called "team", director Ren Daoqian, has been much longer than me, so he should understand how important it is. Today's " "Tip of the Tongue"...I can guarantee that for at least 10 years, we can all have no worries about food and drink. We have already received what we should get. Only when we give up can we gain. Don't you think so?"

"..."

Xu Xin's words left Ren Changzhen speechless.

But there were some words that she didn't want to say out loud.

"But this shouldn't be like this! This is only the first season of "Bite of Tongue"..."

"Then are you sure that the second season will surpass the first season?"

Xu Xin tilted his head and asked a question that was at the core of the conflict.

Then, with Ren Changzhen speechless, Xu Xin smiled bitterly:

"Frankly speaking, none of you are as confident as I am in saying this. But... as for me, I have no confidence. If I work hard, the best I can do is to be on par with it. But if you want to surpass... it's too difficult. What's more, we can't think too highly of ourselves. There are talented people from generation to generation... Just treat it as the last willful act of me, the chief director. These old brothers, I hope that everyone will We can all live a good life. If we can share adversity, we must share wealth and honor. But now that fortune is not with me, we won’t force it. Take a step back and look for other ways when the sea and sky are brighter."

"..."

"..."

Fang Xiu and Ren Changzhen were silent.

truth.

Is this a good move?

Very high.

The original cast is definitely not going to make it into the second season right now. Instead of doing this, it's better to settle for the next best thing.

The most important thing is that Director Xu has a conscience.

The most valuable part of "Bite of Tongue" is the copywriting? Shooting style? Dubbing? Soundtrack?

neither.

The most valuable thing is creativity!

And 90% of this creativity was provided by Director Xu.

Now, he has used this most precious thing to exchange for a bright future for everyone.

CCTV does not use non-staff personnel like us. It feels that we are not directly affiliated troops, so it doesn’t matter.

I left my guns in the team.

Turning around, I left the field.

Since we are no longer needed, I will take out my most valuable things to give these old buddies some stability.

Ren Changzhen doesn't even have to plan her future.

At that time, she only needs to add the title of executive director of the first season of "Bite of Tongue" to her resume, and that will be enough.

Not to mention rich and powerful, but this qualification is enough for her to live in the circle of documentary directors for a lifetime.

The same goes for others.

And all this was obtained by their captain "squandering all his wealth".

She understood the captain's good intentions.

But every time she thought about this... or even watching the second season on TV in the future, she felt uncomfortable.

This documentary was approved for 5 million yuan.

5 million!

Later, Director Xu himself may not know how much money he paid in advance!

I have gone through all kinds of hardships to raise my children to become adults, and they are still very good. And then someone suddenly jumped out and told himself, "I am your biological father"?

Does this make sense?

She has this kind of personality, otherwise she would not have done well at CCTV and resigned directly.

But now...

"Okay, Director Ren. Let's just say this. Remember to adjust your mood on the day of the celebration party. Let's give our show the most perfect ending."

Although he knew that there were seven unwillingnesses and eight unwillingnesses in her heart... Xu Xin still forcibly ended the idea of ​​continuing to explore.

No need.

"..."

Ren Changzhen was speechless again.

But in the end, he still looked at Fang Xiu silently, and then walked out directly.

After she left, Xu Xin looked at Fang Xiu:

"Any ideas?"

"It was there just now, but now seeing how determined you are... it's not anymore."

Fang Xiu shook his head:

"You must have your own plans. If you need me to do something, just speak."

"OK."

Xu Xin smiled and agreed.

"Let's go? Let's find a place to eat together."

"Let's go."

They both stood up together.

At this time, Xu Xin's phone rang.

When he saw the caller, he gestured to Fang Xiu, meaning wait.

Then the call was answered:

"Hello, Teacher Zhang."

The caller was none other than Zhang Ziyi.

"Hello, Director Xu, do you have time now?"

Compared to Xu Xin's casualness, Zhang Ziyi was much more polite in terms of names and words.

Xu Xin was in a daze again after hearing this.

Especially remember when...

He sighed and said with a smile:

"Yes, do you have anything to do with me?"

"Well, that's it...Director Jin Yimeng, do you know?"

"……who?"

Xu Xin didn't react for a while.

"Jin Yimeng, in 10 years, Bingbing and I collaborated on a movie called "Perfect"."

"Well……"

Although he was confused about what it had to do with him, he still said:

"Well, what then?"

"She found me in one of her plays. It's called "A Night of Surprises". This play... was originally for Bingbing, but Bingbing didn't take it, and now she found me."

Although Zhang Ziyi's words were confusing, Xu Xin understood the meaning.

After thinking for a moment, he said:

"Teacher Zhang, that's it. I'm in a meeting with someone right now. I'll get back to you later, okay?"

"Okay, Director Xu, you'll be busy first."

"Yeah, sorry, I asked Teacher Zhang to wait for a while."

"it does not matter."

The two exchanged pleasantries and hung up the phone.

Xu Xin thought for a while and said to Fang Xiu:

"Lao Fang, I won't eat with you today. Let's make an appointment another day."

"OK."

Fang Xiu agreed happily.

He stood up with a smile:

"Then I'm leaving. Let's have a good drink another day."

"no problem."

After watching Fang Xiu leave, he was the only one left in the entire conference room.

He dialed Liang Bingning's phone number directly.

"Dudu... hello. What's wrong?"

The movement on Liang Bingning's side was a little noisy.

"Sister, is it convenient to talk now?"

"It's convenient. I just finished taking a set of promotional photos. Now I'm going out. You tell me. I'm listening."

"Okay. That's it. Zhang Ziyi called me just now..."

After explaining what the two talked about, Xu Xin asked doubtfully:

"What does this movie say?"

"There is no explanation. The investors behind it are China Audio-Visual and a company from Hong Kong. China Audio-Visual specializes in TV series and has its own TV station. But he has connections at CCTV and has his own Chinese TV station in the United States. , quite popular. That’s all.”

"Then why didn't you answer?"

"I……"

Liang Binning paused and said:

"The story doesn't work. This story tells the story of a woman wandering between several men. She went for a drink and got pregnant, and then she wanted to know which of these men had a relationship with her... I didn't What interest?"

In an instant, Xu Xin understood.

"Okay, then I'll let her take the photo. She really doesn't have much resources now."

"Just shoot."

"good."

After hanging up the phone, Xu Xin lit a cigarette.

After finishing his cigarette quietly, he stood up and left the conference room.

After Fang Xiu and the others left, he also walked directly home.

It took more than half an hour to get back home. Then he dialed Zhang Ziyi's phone number.

"Teacher Zhang, I'm sorry for the long wait."

"It's okay, Director Xu."

"Well, is there something wrong with this movie that made Sister Bingbing reject it?"

"That's not true. Director Jin means that Bingbing's schedule is up."

Although it was a bit "embarrassing" to say this, Zhang Ziyi obviously couldn't care less.

She desperately needs another chance to return to the screen.

"If there's nothing wrong with the story, I can shoot it if I want."

After hearing Xu Xin's words, her heartbeat suddenly began to accelerate.

My breathing became thicker unconsciously.

However, she did not forget what she wanted to say and said quickly:

"Director Xu, the investors behind this are China Audiovisual and Media Asia..."

"It's okay. Teacher Zhang."

Xu Xin's tone makes people feel like spring breeze:

"You are also the one who is about to sign a contract with Yuntu. Artists from Yuntu don't have to worry about where they film their movies. You can rest assured about this."

He stuffed a piece of reassurance directly into Zhang Ziyi's mouth.

"We will definitely support you, don't worry."

"..."

Zhang Ziyi was silent for a moment and then said:

"Director Xu, thank you! Thank you! This opportunity is so important to me!"

"Haha~ I don't dare to say that, Teacher Zhang. There will be many opportunities for cooperation in the future. We are not a family, we are not close to the same family, and we don't speak the same language."

He meant something.

But it doesn't matter whether Zhang Ziyi can understand it or not.

"Then let's just say that if we encounter any difficulties, we will contact you."

"Okay, Director Xu! Thank you! Thank you so much!"

"Uh-huh……"

After exchanging a few words, Xu Xin hung up the phone again, looked at the garage door that had been open for a while, and drove in.

Then I saw Liu Yifei's Cayenne.

It was the one where Cheng Hu went to change the tires.

I have to admit, these ladies are really "frugal". I don't know how many people have complained about the big purple down jacket I'm wearing, and I don't know how to change it.

Not to mention this car.

It’s been three or five years, right?

With some emotion, he even opened the window and looked inside.

I thought it was pretty new and well maintained.

Just as I was sighing, I heard a sentence:

"What are you doing? Sneaky..."

Turning around, he saw the fairy sister and the most beautiful woman in the world standing at the door of the house looking at him.

The beauty of the two flowers made him feel dazed for a moment.

But after reacting, he still said:

"How many years have you been driving this car? You still haven't replaced it?"

"Why should I replace it? I drive it fine. It has less than 10,000 kilometers on it!"

"Tsk..."

With less than 10,000 kilometers on it in several years, this is truly a “first-hand car for beautiful women to use for themselves,” right?

He sighed and came to the two of them:

"How did you come?"

"Come and flatter the director."

Seeing that he was about to enter the house, Liu Yifei said and walked in first.

"Where are the Dabao and the second treasure?"

"I went to buy groceries with the two of them. Now that she's here, she has to eat in the evening. She also made a request, and she wanted to eat together with "The Tip of the Tongue"..."

After hearing what his wife said, he said:

"Oh, that's really wasteful."

"..."

Liu Yifei was speechless for a moment.

The three of them entered the room, and Xu Xin held the big tea vat and filled most of it.

I didn't drink much water all afternoon and I was very thirsty.

"How was the chat?"

Yang Mi asked.

"Have you released your military power over a glass of wine?"

Let me tell you...she is quite educated.

But why does this sound so awkward?

Xu Xin looked at her dumbfounded and nodded:

"I've said everything I need to say, that's it, it's good."

Then he looked at Liu Yifei.

Without him asking, Liu Yifei said directly:

"The filming of "The Big Four 2" is about to start, probably at the end of July or early August. How is your script?"

"Your Italian..."

"*\u0026amp;......*%%￥~"

Before he finished speaking, a string of bird songs came out of Liu Yifei's mouth.

Looking at the big question mark on Xu Xin's forehead, she suddenly showed a narrow expression and mumbled something.

"...What are you talking about?"

Xu Xin naturally didn't understand.

Liu Yifei's expression also turned into a bad smile at this time:

"It's okay. I praise you for being handsome. I praise you for being the most handsome guy in the world."

"..."

"..."

The couple were speechless now.

Can you believe what she said?

Only if you can believe it is there a ghost!

Maybe it's some kind of curse word.

So, Xu Xin responded with a move.

His fingers turned into palms, placed on his neck, and then he pushed forward hard.

He actually didn't know what this gesture meant, but according to Jasmine, it was the most despising gesture among Italians.

Unfortunately, it has no lethal effect on the fairy sister.

She chuckled lightly:

"Ha, I have been practicing since I came back from Venice. I asked my Italian teacher two days ago. According to her, my current Italian level can only detect a foreign accent, but I am definitely qualified. .”

"Can you understand? Read? Understand? Communicate normally?"

"Almost, so you just need to make sure and give me a specific time, and then I will go straight to Italy."

"Um...just wait."

He stood up and walked out of the house.

I quickly brought over three thick notebooks.

"Here, the scripts in English, Chinese, and Italian are all here."

"...so thick?"

Liu Yifei was surprised for a while.

Xu Xin nodded:

"Well, the scenes in this film are all limited to the home, and there are very few outdoor scenes. Just like "This Man is from Earth", the plot advancement depends entirely on the lines. Just like the last time we went to Jasmine's house, we chatted the whole time, There must be a topic in the chat... So it's basically here. The character you play, Philip and I combined our opinions, is the wife of the taxi driver Casimo. You have just gotten married, newlyweds. But the same, you Being an outsider in these people's circles shows that he is trying to blend in, but is not clear about some of everyone's taboos and lacks some tacit understanding. If something is not appropriate, the transition will start from you."

Liu Yifei took the script and muttered after hearing Xu Xin's words:

"That sounds a little unpleasant."

"On the contrary, you are the promoter of contradictions. As the only foreigner on this table, you are the most suitable one."

Liu Yifei nodded, picked up the Italian script, glanced at it, and asked:

"What about time? When do you plan to start?"

"I haven't made any specific plans yet, but it's you. When will you start?"

"The news that Director Chen gave me was at the end of July and the beginning of August. But... I estimate that there will be no problem before mid-August. But this time the filming cycle is very long, and the second part and the third part's finale will be filmed together. I I estimate that once I join the group, I will be able to shoot at least until the Chinese New Year.”

After hearing this, Yang Mi was stunned:

"Isn't the first part released yet?"

"The preview screening has been held. Everyone's evaluation was very good, and the most important thing is that China Film Group plans to invest this time. So this project can almost be said to have been finalized."

"Ah, are you so confident?"

Yang Mi's eyes lit up:

"If there is any supporting role, I want to play it too! Let me feel the fairy spirit~"

"..."

Liu Yifei looked at her dumbfounded.

And Xu Xin is just farting as a wife.

He took out his phone and found Yu Zhen's WeChat account.

His graduation defense time has come down, and Yu Zhen has sent it to him before.

It will be held nationwide starting at 9 a.m. on June 8.

He still has 15 days left.

After thinking for a while, he asked:

"Are you free these days?"

"Yes. I just finished the costume fitting for "Four Famous Catchers" and I'm waiting for you. But you haven't made any move, so I just came here. Don't forget, I still have some publicity to do this time. .”

"Well……"

Xu Xin nodded slightly and began to count the days.

All in all, there is still one and a half months left.

Actors, Jasmine has actually given a list.

They are all her friends, and they are also a group of powerful actors in Italy.

In her words:

"Xu, these people have all won the David Award."

The David Award is the most valuable award in the Italian film industry.

Although I haven't seen them in person yet, just by hearing their names, I know they are all capable actors.

In this case...

"Then let's go to Italy in the next two days?"

As he spoke, he looked at his wife:

"Shall we come together?"

"You two go, I won't get involved. The company has a lot of things to do. Not to mention, I have to prepare your script. If you go to Italy, if I don't have anything to do here, I will take the children and confirm the school and then go back. It’s a sacred tree.”

Xu Xin thought about it, this is okay.

So he nodded:

"Okay, let's just say this. Anyway, this movie will be shot quickly. I estimate that if everyone can understand the script thoroughly, the filming will be completed in ten days and a half. Then it's settled, when will we leave?"

Liu Yifei shrugged, her eyes calm:

"Any time."