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Chapter 113 "Simp" Qiong Yao

Regarding the plot of "If Love Has a Destiny," there's no need to change the main storyline and pacing, but there are many details that need to be altered to better reflect the domestic situation and historical context, as well as the dialogue.

Therefore, Wu Yuchen spent a lot of time on this script. He also plans to find a few screenwriters to review it after he finishes writing it, preferably women, who are more emotionally sensitive and more attuned to romantic scenes.

As for the location he mentioned to Hou Keming before, schools are easy to find, but finding rural scenes with small bridges and flowing water will take some effort.

Not every rural area has such beautiful scenery. For a romantic movie to touch people's hearts, it must have beautiful scenery that touches people's hearts. The scenes of the male and female protagonists rowing a boat on a rural lake and fireflies in the movie are all powerful tools for creating romance.

Finding scenery that meets these requirements is not easy; you might have to visit some tourist attractions.

However, Wu Yuchen is no longer working alone. He started a company to help him solve these problems, right?

He'll have the company find suitable locations first, and then he'll personally go scout them out. There's still plenty of time; summer is still several months away.

……

In the warm spring of March, when the grass grows and the birds sing, it is a perfect season for outings and picnics. Taking advantage of this time, Qiong Yao accepted an invitation from Hunan TV and visited Beijing.

Qiong Yao and Hunan TV have been cooperating for nine years. Hunan TV even established a company specifically for this purpose – Hunan Huaxia Film and Television – transforming the initial collaboration into a joint production.

Qiong Yao's trip to Beijing was actually to discuss the filming of her newly completed novel, "Heaven Has Tears." However, a couple of days ago, while passing by Princess Tomb on her way to Beijing, she heard its story, which inspired her to begin a new creative process.

When Qiong Yao paused writing for a moment, her daughter-in-law, He Xiuqiong, brought her a cup of tea and praised her, saying:
"Mom, you looked so happy when you were writing. Did you write something interesting?"

Qiong Yao picked up her teacup, took a small sip, and then smiled and said:
"I wrote 'Heaven Has Tears' before because it was too sad, so this time I planned to change the style and write a light and cheerful story to adjust my mood. I didn't expect it to be so easy to write."

"Mom's talent is beyond doubt. Even if she wrote comedies, many people would definitely read them!" He Xiuqiong flattered. She was a senior executive at Qiong Yao's film and television company and one of the people she trusted most. This was all thanks to her ability to serve Qiong Yao very well.

"Xiuqiong, how's it going with contacting the actors for 'Heaven Has Tears'?" Qiong Yao asked.

"I was just about to tell you, Jiao Enjun replied that he doesn't want to play the male lead Zhan Yunfei, but wants to play Zhan Yunxiang to challenge his acting skills."

As He Xiuqiong spoke, she was inwardly complaining, "She's so beautiful, why doesn't she make good use of it? She insists on playing villains like rapists and spendthrift sons. How willful!" However, she dared not say this to Qiong Yao, after all, every character was like her child.

Qiong Yao pondered for a moment and said, "Fine, fine, if he insists on playing Yunxiang, then so be it."

Then Ho Sau-king continued, "Athena Chu from Hong Kong Island has also agreed to take on the role of Xiao Yu-juan."

Qiong Yao nodded slightly in satisfaction, but then sighed, "It's a pity that we haven't found a suitable actress for the role of Yu Feng!"

You can question Qiong Yao's values, but you can't question her aesthetic sense. From her earliest roles as Brigitte Lin and Joan Lin to Vivian Chen, all were undeniably beautiful. Anyone considered unattractive was never cast as her leading lady; she'd rather not film at all than cast someone she didn't find appealing.

He Xiuqiong, upon hearing Qiong Yao's sigh, knew that Qiong Yao actually preferred Chen Derong to play the role.

She was willing to postpone the filming of "Plum Blossom Mark" for three years in order to wait for Chen Derong to become the female lead. As it turned out, her judgment was correct. After starring in several Qiong Yao dramas, Chen Derong's popularity soared. Even Xiao Qiang played a supporting role to her in "One Curtain of Dreams," making her the new generation's white moonlight in Taiwan.

However, Chen Derong got tired of acting in several Qiong Yao dramas and wanted to change her image, so she directly rejected Qiong Yao's offer for "Tears in Heaven".

At this moment, He Xiuqiong said with a smile, "Mom, I saw a very beautiful woman over here. I wonder if she catches your eye?"

"Oh?" Qiong Yao looked at her daughter-in-law curiously.

He Xiuqiong took out a magazine, pointed to the cover and said, "I saw this by chance and thought it was quite suitable."

Qiong Yao took the magazine and looked at the fresh-faced Jiang Qinqin on the cover. She was immediately amazed and unconsciously gripped the magazine tightly, exclaiming, "Her, what's her name!"

Seeing that Qiong Yao was interested, He Xiuqiong immediately introduced:
"I just inquired, her name is Jiang Qinqin, she's 22 years old, and a junior at the Beijing Film Academy. She's acted in TV dramas and movies before, including a period drama called 'Xi Shi,' where she looked very beautiful!"

"Quick, take me to see it!" Qiong Yao stood up impatiently.

Since He Xiuqiong had said so, she must have made preparations. She took her mother-in-law to the television and started playing the videotape of "Xi Shi".

Qiong Yao stared at Jiang Qinqin on the television screen, who was dressed in ancient costume and looked like a fairy. She was so captivated that she murmured, "Gentle as water, radiating a captivating spirit! It's her, it's her!"

……

"You're always too soft-hearted, too soft-hearted, and you shoulder all the problems yourself."

The song "Too Softhearted," released at the end of last year, spread throughout mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, making Richie Jen, who had originally wanted to change careers and leave the entertainment industry, a huge star. His not-so-handsome face was also plastered all over the streets and alleys.

Jiang Qinqin was humming along to a song in her dorm room when she suddenly heard a classmate outside shout, "Qinqin, the teacher is looking for you! Hurry up and go to his office!"

"Huh? What's wrong?" Jiang Qinqin turned her head and asked.

"I don't know, but I'm waiting for you in the office. You should go now."

Jiang Qinqin didn't know why her teacher had suddenly called her over the weekend, but she didn't delay. She got up, put on her coat, and went outside.

Jiang Qinqin walked to the office door, saw that it was open, knocked on the door and went straight in, where she saw her homeroom teacher chatting and laughing with two women.

"Hey, Qinqin's here!"

Jiang Qinqin noticed that the two women next to the homeroom teacher were looking at her, with the older one's face full of surprise and her eyes burning with desire.

"Teacher, what's the matter?"

"Qinqin, let me introduce you. This is the famous writer Qiong Yao. She came here especially to see you today!"
"Ms. Qiong Yao, this is Jiang Qinqin. Please feel free to discuss your matters."

After introducing the two parties, the homeroom teacher left, leaving them alone.

Jiang Qinqin was also visibly surprised, never expecting the renowned Qiong Yao to suddenly contact her. It's worth noting that in those days, there was a saying: "Men read Jin Yong, women read Qiong Yao." Her romance novels were incredibly popular among women, and her television dramas were wildly successful across both sides of the Taiwan Strait. In a way, it wouldn't be wrong to say that Qiong Yao was a spiritual idol for a generation of women.

After realizing what was happening, Jiang Qinqin quickly bowed and said, "Hello, Ms. Qiong Yao!"

Even though Qiong Yao had already seen Jiang Qinqin in a TV series yesterday, she was still amazed by the beautiful girl standing in front of her and felt 300% satisfied.

With a kind and gentle gaze, she said in the kindest tone, "Good child, sit down, let's sit down and talk."

Seeing that the kind-faced Qiong Yao seemed quite easy to talk to, Jiang Qinqin obediently sat down next to her.

Qiong Yao took Jiang Qinqin's hand and said with slight excitement:

"Qinqin, do you know? I spent three years writing 'Heaven Has Tears,' and I still couldn't find a suitable female lead. But heavens have mercy, yesterday I saw you on the cover of a magazine and fell in love with you at first sight! It wasn't for nothing that I waited so long, you are the one I've been dreaming of!"

Qiong Yao's behavior startled Jiang Qinqin again, but she could still sense the goodwill Qiong Yao was showing her.

Although Jiang Qinqin hadn't read it, she knew that "Heaven Has Tears" was a novel that Qiong Yao had just published last year. Did this mean she was being cast as the female lead? Jiang Qinqin was immediately overjoyed, after all, it was the famous Qiong Yao!
Even Qiong Yao took the initiative to come to her door, wasn't that enough to make her feel smug?

She smiled shyly: "Ms. Qiong Yao, you flatter me! I'm sorry, I haven't read your novel yet..."

Even her shy expressions are so beautiful; the more Qiong Yao looked at Jiang Qinqin, the happier she became.
"It's alright, I'll give you one right away!"

As Qiong Yao was speaking, He Xiuqiong had already taken out a novel and a script from her bag.

Then Qiong Yao said with a smile, "Qinqin, you don't need to call me teacher anymore, call me auntie!"

Jiang Qinqin nodded: "Aunt Qiong Yao."

Qiong Yao was overjoyed and said with a smile, "Qinqin, don't worry, as long as you become my leading lady, I guarantee I'll make you a big star and make you famous across the Taiwan Strait and Hong Kong!"

In the past, Jiang Qinqin would have agreed without hesitation. However, after working with Wu Yuchen, her horizons and tastes have become more discerning, and she actually doesn't want to film TV dramas anymore. Otherwise, she wouldn't have turned down the role in "The Passionate Years."

But then she thought about it and realized that this was a Qiong Yao drama, which was quite different from ordinary TV series!
"Aunt Qiong Yao, I'm going to be filming a movie soon. I wonder when the movie you mentioned, 'Heaven Has Tears,' will be filmed?"

Upon hearing this, Qiong Yao frowned slightly, then asked with concern:

"Qinqin, what movie is it? Who directed it?"

"It's a romance movie, and the director is my boyfriend, Wu Yuchen," Jiang Qinqin said with a smile.

When Qiong Yao heard Jiang Qinqin mention the word "boyfriend," her heart skipped a beat. Although Qiong Yao herself advocated for free love, she wanted to sign Jiang Qinqin to a contract and naturally didn't want her to have a romantic relationship.

Moreover, Qiong Yao knew best that when people are in love, they're willing to do anything for their partner. She'd never heard of Wu Yuchen before, but since he was a director, he was probably in his thirties or even forties. Thinking about this made Qiong Yao even more upset. How could she, a fresh-faced young woman, be entangled with an older director?

However, Qiong Yao knew that she couldn't say anything to break them up as soon as they met, so she could only patiently persuade Jiang Qinqin:

"Qinqin, listen to your aunt. Don't accept roles in bad movies or TV shows. You're destined to be a big star, so you must cherish your image and future. It's best not to join small productions or immature crews, as they will only harm you!"

Jiang Qinqin was displeased upon hearing this. Although the other person was Qiong Yao, she was naturally unhappy that the other person spoke of her boyfriend in this way.

Just then, Jiang Qinqin noticed a copy of "Film Weekly" on the desk. She immediately pulled her hand away from Qiong Yao's, picked it up, opened it, and pointed to the magazine, saying, "Aunt Qiong Yao, this is my boyfriend!"

Qiong Yao saw the headline: "Today's Interview: Berlin Film Festival Best Director, Leading Figure of the Sixth Generation of Directors - Wu Yuchen!"

Having been in the film and television industry for many years, how could Qiong Yao not know what the Berlin Film Festival was? Films naturally have a dominant position over television dramas, and this person was also the Best Director at Berlin. This left Qiong Yao speechless for a moment.

……

"What? Qiong Yao is looking for you?"

At this very moment, Qiong Yao's beloved Jiang Qinqin was lying in Wu Yuchen's arms. She had been somewhat languid, but upon seeing Wu Yuchen's surprised gaze, a hint of pride appeared on her face, and she nodded, saying:
"It happened during the day. She wanted me to be the female lead in her film 'Heaven Has Tears,' and said she would rather wait for me for half a year until I finished filming the movie before we talk about it."

Qiong Yao waited three years for Chen Derong, so what's half a year? But at most, it'll be half a year. Any longer and she definitely wouldn't be able to get film contracts with other actors like Jiao Enjun and Zhu Yin.

"You agreed?"

"I said I need to think about it carefully."

Then Jiang Qinqin recounted in detail the scene of meeting Qiong Yao that day. Wu Yuchen clicked his tongue in amazement, thinking that Qiong Yao seemed like a simp who had fallen in love with a goddess at first sight when she met Jiang Qinqin.

After Jiang Qinqin finished speaking, she raised her chin and gestured to Wu Yuchen, "Look how charming I am! Even Qiong Yao came to beg me to be the leading lady!"
Seeing her like this, Wu Yuchen couldn't help but laugh, and then slapped her on the butt:

“Jiang Qinqin, there’s something wrong with your thinking! When I mentioned ‘The Passionate Years’ to you, you didn’t say you’d consider it, but now that it’s Qiong Yao’s turn, you’re willing to consider it? What, you look down on me, a mainland product?”

Jiang Qinqin felt a little guilty upon hearing this, but still explained:
"Well, yours only has a second female lead, this one is the female lead. Besides, I came here to discuss this with you, didn't I?"

Wu Yuchen thought her explanation was somewhat plausible, and then, while gently rubbing her buttocks, asked:
"What are your own thoughts? Do you really want to act?"

Jiang Qinqin hesitated for a moment, then said, "I think Aunt Qiong Yao is very good to me."

Wu Yuchen understood what she meant; she still wanted to act.

Ha, this little girl, she thinks she's being nice to you just because she says nice things to you? Deep down, isn't she just thinking Qiong Yao is famous and a little envious of the superior Hong Kong and Taiwanese films and TV dramas?

However, this is indeed the current situation; Hong Kong and Taiwan are considered superior to the mainland, and the title of "Qiong Yao Girl" is quite prestigious.

Wu Yuchen chuckled and said, "You just wanted to ask for my opinion. My opinion is that you should act in 'Tears in Heaven' instead of 'The Passionate Years.' I bet that drama will be much more popular than 'Tears in Heaven.'"

"Huh? No way, that's Qiong Yao!" Jiang Qinqin opened her mouth.

Wu Yuchen curled his lip and said:
"What's wrong with Qiong Yao? Do you know that Qiong Yao's popularity in Hong Kong and Taiwan has declined? Many people are tired of her melodramas. Times are changing, society is developing, and people's tastes have changed. 'Heaven Has Tears' may be okay, but it will definitely not be as popular as you imagine."

Jiang Qinqin now greatly admires Wu Yuchen, and after hearing his analysis, a bitter look appeared on her face:

"Oh? How am I supposed to tell Aunt Qiong Yao?"

"Didn't you say you'd consider it? You could have just refused directly."

"She was so affectionate with me, and even said she'd wait for me for six months. I didn't know how to say no..."

Wu Yuchen glanced at Jiang Qinqin. According to what he knew from his previous life, Qiong Yao seemed to truly cherish Jiang Qinqin and spared no effort in providing her with good resources.

"It's very simple. Just say you don't want to develop your career in Taiwan and you don't want to sign with their agency."

"Will this work?"

“It will definitely work. The actress who signed the fewest contracts among the Qiong Yao actresses is Chen Derong, who also signed a three-year contract. Unless it's a role she doesn't care about, they all have to sign with their company,” Wu Yuchen explained.

Jiang Qinqin nodded: "Okay, then I'll say it that way."

At this moment, Wu Yuchen had a flash of inspiration, and then said with a smile, "If she still can't bear to part with you, just say that she doesn't like this kind of melodramatic style and prefers something more light and cheerful."

"Huh? Aren't all of Qiong Yao's dramas melodramas?" Jiang Qinqin was a little confused.

"Hehe, just listen to me and I won't cheat you~" Wu Yuchen assured him.

Sorry for the lateness, I was extremely busy working overtime today...

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