Hong Kong Variety Show: The Development Notes of a Boss

The reason why he went to see Long Wei three days later was because Long Wei's new drama would be completed in three days, and he would hold a wrap-up banquet at that time, and he had already invited Lu Yongqiang.

Originally, Lu Yongqiang had not planned to go, but now Lu Yongqiang is ready to go.

Three days later, Lu Yongqiang took Liu Wei with him in the morning to find Long Wei.

After all, they had to discuss business first, so Lu Yongqiang naturally had to go there early. Otherwise, if Long Wei had something to do in the afternoon, by the time the dinner came, with so many guests, he might not be able to take care of him. He would then have to make another trip.

When Lu Yongqiang arrived at Long Wei's villa, this guy hadn't gotten up yet, but his father had gotten up. Seeing Lu Yongqiang coming so early, he immediately turned around and went upstairs to wake Long Wei up.

Before Long Wei went downstairs, two seductively dressed women came downstairs first. After the two left, Long Wei came downstairs in his pajamas, yawning.

"Mr. Lu, I'm sorry! I've been so tired from filming recently. Now that the filming is over, I can't help but feel a little sleepy."

Lu Yongqiang smiled and did not expose Long Wei's lie. Instead, he introduced him directly: "Long Wei, this is Liu Wei, a screenwriter who wants to be a big director."

"The reason I disturbed you so early today is because of this guy. He wrote a great script and I'm planning to invest in it. This time, I want you to be the male lead."

As he spoke, Lu Yongqiang turned around and gave Liu Wei a wink.

Liu Wei took out a script from the bag beside him and handed it to Long Wei.

Long Wei didn't reach out to take the script. Instead, he yawned and said, "Mr. Lu, it's not that I don't give you face, but I just finished filming this drama and I need to take a break. In two months, I have a new drama to start filming. I really don't have time to take on this one."

Long Wei's words stunned Lu Yongqiang. Before he came, he never thought that Long Wei would refuse.

After being rejected, although Lu Yongqiang didn't look unhappy, the smile on his face gradually disappeared.

Long Wei's father was a veteran in the industry. Seeing the change in Lu Yongqiang's expression, he probably guessed that Lu Yongqiang was a little unhappy. He immediately reached out and took the script from Liu Wei's hand, trying to smooth things over. "Ah Long, what's wrong with you? Although you've been very busy lately, Mr. Lu is not an outsider. He asked you to film a movie, which means he thinks highly of you. Even if you're busy, you can't refuse, right? If time is really tight, the worst that can happen is that the next movie we originally planned will be postponed."

"Mr. Lu, I've taken this role on behalf of Aaron. Thank you for giving him the opportunity."

After Long Wei's father said this, it seemed that Lu Yongqiang was forcing him to do something.

Lu Yongqiang smiled and said, "Mr. Long, you are too polite. I don't mean to force Long Wei to film for me.

I read the script. Although it is not good, it is not bad either. The reason why I came to Long Wei is that I think the role of the protagonist is suitable for Long Wei.

If Long Wei doesn't have time, then forget it, I'll just find someone else."

As he spoke, Lu Yongqiang, as if to prove his point, took out a check he had already written and placed it on the table, then continued: "I've heard that Long Wei is currently taking on a film and his salary is about 12 million. To show my sincerity, I am prepared to give Long Wei a salary of 15 million.

This is the check I wrote before I got here.”

As he spoke, Lu Yongqiang pushed the check in front of Long Wei.

"Mr. Long, many people in various societies are optimistic about the entertainment industry, and I am no exception, so I am ready to test the waters.

This is the first movie I invested in. I don’t like to lose. The reason why I hired Long Wei with a high salary is that I think Long Wei has box office appeal.

That's the thing. I'll leave the script and the check here for now. Long Wei, please think about it first. If you think the script is good, please call me then.

If you really don’t have time, that’s okay, we can work together again next time if we have the chance.”

As he spoke, Lu Yongqiang stood up and prepared to leave.

Lu Yongqiang approached Long Wei because he felt the script was suitable for him. Since he was planning to enter the entertainment industry, he wanted to make some noise. This was the first movie he invested in, so regardless of whether it would lose money or not, he had to create some buzz first.

So Lu Yongqiang had no intention of getting something for free, nor did he intend to demand a favor in return. He planned to offer Long Wei a salary that he could not refuse.

However, the way the Long family's father and son handled things did make Lu Yongqiang a little unhappy.

One refused without even reading the script, while the other agreed but acted as if Lu Yongqiang was using his power to pressure the other.

It was supposed to be a happy business, but it turned out like this...

Seeing Lu Yongqiang about to leave, Long Wei's father immediately said, "Mr. Lu, I'm so sorry. I was too anxious just now and said the wrong thing. Please don't take it to heart.

You and Mr. Liu have a cup of tea first. Aaron and I will take a look at the script first. If the role is really suitable for Aaron, we can make a decision immediately."

After hearing what Long Wei's father said, Lu Yongqiang sat down.

Seeing Lu Yongqiang sit down, Long Wei and his son began to look through the script carefully.

About half an hour later, Long Wei and his son had almost finished reading the script. Long Wei's father said, "Mr. Lu, you are right. This script is indeed good, and the role is suitable for A-long. Our A-long will take this role.

As for the film salary, don't ask for 15 million, just 10 million! This is Aaron's current market price."

After Long Wei's father spoke, Lu Yongqiang simply took back the check for 15 million and immediately wrote a new check for 10 million.

"My film and television company's license hasn't been approved yet, so I'm afraid it'll take a few days before the contract can be signed. Mr. Long, this should be no problem, right?"

Taking the check, Long Wei's father said, "No problem! It doesn't matter when you sign it."

Long Wei's father turned to Liu Wei and asked, "Director Liu, A-Long has two and a half months of schedule. Do you think that's enough time? If not, please tell me in advance and I can coordinate it."

Liu Wei said, "That's enough! Two and a half months is more than enough. This drama doesn't have many big scenes. If the filming goes smoothly, it will take at most two months."

After things were settled, Lu Yongqiang had no plans to stay any longer. As for the wrap-up party he had originally planned to attend, Lu Yongqiang also didn't plan to go.

Hearing Lu Yongqiang saying goodbye and leaving, Long Wei's father said, "Mr. Lu, since you are planning to develop in the entertainment industry, why not stay and attend the wrap-up party tonight.

Aaron's movie is invested and produced by Jiahe Film Company. Mr. Zou, the chairman of Jiahe Company, will also be present tonight. In addition, Mr. Huang of Oriental Cinema and Mr. Chen of Xinbao Cinema will also be here.

Since Mr. Lu is investing in making movies, it would be convenient for him to get to know a few more theater chain owners so that the movies can be released in the future."

After hearing what Long Wei's father said, Lu Yongqiang thought about it and agreed.

In the evening, Long Wei's father introduced Lu Yongqiang to several big names in the film industry.

Lu Yongqiang wanted to communicate more with others, but others didn't like him. Although they were polite to him on the surface, their eyes were full of disgust.

Lu Yongqiang has a great reputation in Hong Kong, especially in some financial magazines and newspapers, which report on Lu Yongqiang from time to time.

Of course, more often than not, some tabloids and magazines would write news and gossip about underworld bosses like Lu Yongqiang.

The most favorite formal businesses among the gangsters in Hong Kong are, first, decoration companies, second, transportation companies, third, taxi and minibus lines, fourth, gyms or boxing gyms, and sixth, magazines or tabloids.

The magazines or newspapers run by these gangsters like to play by the rules, doing something pornographic, or writing some gossip about gangsters. They mainly rely on these two aspects to attract customers.

As long as what is written is not too excessive, no matter it is gossip or various private matters, generally not many people will be petty and cause trouble for others. It is the same as when Lu Yongqiang printed a large number of small cards in order to increase the sales of instant noodles.

Although the entertainment industry and the underworld occasionally intersected before, they were mostly two different circles. However, in recent years, things have changed. Many people in the underworld have gone to the entertainment industry to make money.

Celebrities like Lu Yongqiang are actually quite famous in the entertainment industry. Many big names in the entertainment industry, even if they don’t know Lu Yongqiang, have at least heard of him.

People from the underworld go to the entertainment industry to make money, making the entertainment industry a mess. This makes many bigwigs in the entertainment industry very dissatisfied with underworld people like Lu Yongqiang, and it is basically difficult for him to integrate into the same circle.

Seeing that no one liked him, Lu Yongqiang didn't want to make himself look bad. He found an empty seat and sat down, and began to admire the beauties at the banquet.

Although not all women in the entertainment industry are beautiful, the majority of them are definitely good-looking. With so many beauties to admire, Lu Yongqiang doesn't feel bored.

Just as Lu Yongqiang was eating the ice cream with his eyes, a female voice suddenly came from behind him.

"Mr. Lu, is it really you? I didn't expect you to come to the dinner."

Lu Yongqiang turned around and saw that the person who was talking was Zhou Hui, whom he had met once.

"Miss Zhou, is it strange for me to come to the dinner?"

Zhou Hui sat down next to Lu Yongqiang and said, "It's not that it's abrupt, but I feel that Lu Yongqiang is not from our circle. I'm a little surprised that you would come here."

Looking at Zhou Hui in front of him, Lu Yongqiang thought that the movie had a male lead, but not a female lead. Zhou Hui was quite famous and had a sweet and lovely appearance, so she was the perfect person to play the female lead.

Lu Yongqiang said, "Miss Zhou, you're wrong. I just invested in a movie, and I'll be part of the entertainment industry from now on. I hope Miss Zhou will take good care of me, a newcomer to the entertainment industry."

After Lu Yongqiang finished speaking, Zhou Hui was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Mr. Lu, even if you invested in a movie, you are not a newcomer in the entertainment industry, but an investor in the entertainment industry. Why do you need me to take care of you? You should take care of me in the future."

"Take care of you?" Lu Yongqiang said smoothly, "That's not impossible! I've invested in this movie and have found Long Wei as the male lead. The female lead hasn't been decided yet. Is Miss Zhou interested?"

If you are interested, I will have the director contact you later and show you the script. If he thinks it is suitable, then you will be the female lead."