In the entertainment industry, everyone has been reborn, but who will be their servant?

Chapter 33 Tell a story
Huayi tried to use its dominant position in the Chinese entertainment industry to force Liu Yifei to submit, but Liu Yifei refused to compromise.

"Brother, tell me, in today's Chinese entertainment industry, which big star doesn't come to Huayi? Who dares to disrespect Huayi? Even people from Hong Kong have to pay their respects. Only Liu Yifei is so stubborn." After hanging up the phone, Wang Zhonglei slammed his fist on the table, very angry.

Indeed, they have the confidence to say that. Even if Fan Xiaopang no longer stays here, he should still flatter them politely to avoid conflict.

Zhou Gongzi also had no choice but to leave his old employer Rongxinda and join Huayi.

Swallow was once very close to them, and later they had some conflicts, but Jack Ma mediated between them.

There's no need to mention that talented woman, Ms. Xu; she's a princess of the Beijing circle. Actually, the Beijing circle doesn't just refer to Huayi, but rather to the group of children from high-ranking military compounds.

As for who the children of high-ranking officials were, they included Zheng Xiaolong, Wang Shuo, Ye Jing, and others. Ye Jing was the most distinguished; he was the one in "The Dream Factory" who got tired of abalone and lobster and wanted to experience rural life.

The same goes for the Beijing People's Art Theatre and Beijing Film Academy's Guan Hu. As for how amazing Guan Hu is, just look up his father.

In the entertainment industry, if you don't know what makes someone so amazing—just someone who makes movies and TV shows—just look up their father, go back three generations, and you'll see just how incredible they are.

Therefore, Huayi is merely an extension of the Beijing entertainment circle's influence, rising to prominence by leveraging its resources. It's just that the real bigwigs in the Beijing entertainment circle don't like to hype themselves up.

It's very simple. There's a movie called "Days Related to Youth" directed by Ye Jing, and there's a character named Feng Kuzi in it.

Before Huayi Brothers' decline, who in the entertainment industry would dare to provoke Feng Xiaogang like this? Only them.

The Beijing circle is, to be precise, a network of connections. But connections aren't just about knowing people; they're about people recognizing you and seeing your value.

Liu Yifei is rejecting this kind of internet!
"Don't be angry, don't be angry. If she doesn't sign with Huayi, she won't have a good time in this industry."

Wang Zhongjun remained calm, stubbed out his cigarette in the ashtray, and said, "Our main focus right now is to cooperate with Jack Ma and get him to help Huayi go public."

Give them some more time. If they don't give in before the release of "The Forbidden Kingdom," then kick them out of the industry.

"I shouldn't have listened to Chen Jinfei's nonsense back then," Wang Zhonglei said bitterly.

If Chen Jinfei hadn't come and complained to him back then, he wouldn't have given Liu Yifei such high treatment, and even let her walk the red carpet with Andy Lau.

Although Huayi Brothers doesn't have the final say in this film, their support still makes things much easier.

"How is that guy now? It seems like we've lost contact with him," Wang Zhongjun said.

"The world seems to be in a bit of turmoil these past few months. Several mortgage lending companies in the United States have gone bankrupt, France is freezing US investment funds, and British banks are experiencing a massive run on their banks. He's not doing well either; his businesses have been affected, and his assets have shrunk significantly." Wang Zhonglei inquired about the situation.

"I never thought Chen Jinfei would have a day like this." Wang Zhongjun said smugly, lighting a cigar and taking a puff.

Chen Jinfei was very rich before, at least richer than Huayi. Back then, Huayi was still in its growth stage, while he already had a net worth of hundreds of millions of US dollars.

So at that time they had to give Chen Jinfei face, after all, in today's entertainment industry, money talks, otherwise coal bosses wouldn't be able to do whatever they want.

But things are different now. They've teamed up with Jack Ma and new capital forces, and Chen Jinfei is no longer a match for them.

Besides, the tooth has already been pulled out!
Huayi only rose to prominence in 2004, and has been expanding in the last two years; it hasn't always been a strong company.

Liu Yifei was also unhappy when she received Wang Zhonglei's call, frowning and remaining silent.

Qin Xuan noticed that she seemed off and was puzzled. She had been laughing and joking just a moment ago, so why did she change after answering the phone? He asked, "What's wrong, Teacher Liu?"

"It's alright, I have to go now, you guys carry on with your work," Liu Yifei said.

"Then I'll take you," Qin Xuan said.

"No need, you're busy. I can walk by myself. Everyone's still waiting for you to finish filming." Liu Yifei said, then slung her bag over her shoulder and left. Watching her departing figure, Qin Xuan lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then turned around and told everyone to continue filming.

Just as they were getting ready, before filming even started, Liu Yifei turned back, carrying two large bags of snacks. She said to everyone, "I didn't bring you any gifts before, so I just bought some snacks at the nearby supermarket. You can share them."

"Thank you, Teacher Liu."

"Teacher Liu, you're too kind."

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The staff immediately gathered around, and seeing the dazzling array of snacks, they were all delighted and their goodwill towards Liu Yifei increased.

Although it's not expensive, it's the thought that counts; otherwise, who would remember them?

So you started sharing potato chips and he started sharing beef jerky, and the atmosphere became lively.

"Thank you for the expense, Teacher Liu," Qin Xuan said.

"These are just small things, as long as everyone is happy. But I'm really leaving now, goodbye." Liu Yifei waved to them.

People present waved to her and said things like, "Take care!" and "Come again next time."

Qin Xuan followed, which puzzled Liu Yifei: "Why are you following me?"

"I want to tell you a story," Qin Xuan said.

"What story?" Liu Yifei asked, puzzled.

"My story," Qin Xuan said.

"Oh, then go ahead and tell me, I'm listening." Liu Yifei quite enjoys listening to stories.

Qin Xuan organized his thoughts before saying, "I remember when I was little, I saw my parents planting rice in the fields. Because it was rice paddy, the fields were very muddy. If you stepped in, you would sink very deep and you would have to use a lot of force to pull yourself out."

Rice seedlings are transplanted, so after planting a row of seedlings, you have to take a step back. The sun is strong, and their backs get scorching red from the heat. "Facing the yellow earth with their backs to the sky," you've probably heard that saying.

His calm voice has a magnetic quality and an infectious quality that makes people feel completely absorbed when he speaks.

Liu Yifei nodded, somewhat moved.

"Back then, I asked my dad why we had to farm. My dad told me that only by farming could we have food to eat."

So I asked my dad, "Do I have to farm in the future?"
Dad didn't answer me. He just told me, "Dad can't give you food without any effort. What Dad can do is give you a seed, and you have to cultivate it yourself. Through your hard work, when the crop ripens, you can harvest it."

Qin Xuan talked as he walked, then stopped here to let her process the information.

Hearing this, Liu Yifei felt a surge of emotion. Her throat tightened, as if it were being gently blocked. It wasn't uncomfortable, but it moved her deeply.

This is not just a story, but an attitude towards life.

"There are no shortcuts in life. What your predecessors can give you is just a seed. You have to persevere to reap the harvest. That's when you'll feel most accomplished and satisfied," Qin Xuan said.

Liu Yifei stopped and faced him, her gaze pure and her tone gentle: "Thank you!"

(End of this chapter)