Rebirth 1979: Hunting wild boars and saving educated youth

With the strong recommendation of the great director Sergio, Ning Yao's professional change went extremely smoothly, as if it was a green light all the way, and he encountered almost no obstacles.

However, Ning Yao always felt conflicted and guilty in his heart.

She was originally recommended to study economics, but now, she has to change her major before she even finishes reading the list of books that Professor Shapley compiled for them. This makes her feel like a deserter and she feels particularly sorry for Professor Shapley.

So Ning Yao called Chen Feng, carefully selected gifts, and went to Professor Shapley's office together to apologize.

When Ning Yao saw the professor and nervously handed over the gift, Professor Shapley laughed heartily, not seeming to mind at all, and gladly accepted the gift.

The professor smiled and said, "Ning, changing your major is actually a perfectly normal choice from the perspective of game theory and market matching. It's like in a complex market, participants will constantly adjust their strategies based on their own strengths and resources to achieve the optimal matching results..."

"You've demonstrated a unique talent and passion for film, which is like a trump card in your hand. Switching to a film major may allow you to fully utilize your talents and create greater value. So, there's absolutely no need to feel guilty about it."

Professor Shapley's words impressed Chen Feng who was standing by.

A sudden flash of inspiration came to his mind as he remembered who this Professor Shapley was.

This is the future winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics!

But that was thirty years later.

The reason why Chen Feng remembered this was that the world economic situation was extremely turbulent in the year when Professor Shapley won the award.

At that time, the US subprime mortgage crisis had not yet completely passed, and the European debt crisis broke out again. The "PIIGS" countries were deeply in debt, and the Federal Reserve launched its third round of quantitative easing...

In such an extremely dangerous market environment, Professor Shapley's Nobel Prize and his outstanding research results in the field of economics received great attention from the industry.

Chen Feng once read Professor Shapley's article carefully and still remembers many of its key points.

Unexpectedly, Ning Yao, who had once been his disciple, was now leaving.

Chen Feng couldn't help but feel a little regretful.

But on second thought, he felt... okay. After all, it would take thirty years for this professor to become famous, which was too far away.

It’s better to become famous early, so let Ning Yao venture into the film industry which is full of opportunities and challenges.

When Ning Yao and Chen Feng left the professor's office, they felt much more relaxed, as if all the shackles on their bodies had been lifted off.

In life, Chen Feng came to her side again, and here they didn't have to be secretive like they did in Ninghai; in studies, she no longer felt embarrassed and returned to her favorite field. All of this made her feel comfortable.

After bidding farewell to Professor Shapley, Chen Feng drove his cool sports car and accompanied Ning Yao to TFT to report.

TFT, the UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television, is very close to UCLA and adjacent to the famous Beverly Hills and Universal Studios.

Not only does it occupy a superior geographical location, it also has close ties with the entertainment industry.

TFT's unique campus location allows students to easily access the Hollywood film and television industry and exchange ideas and learn from industry professionals.

In addition, the college maintains good cooperative relationships with many film and television production companies, paving a broad path for internships and employment for students.

Before this, Chen Feng did not know that TFT is known as one of the three major film schools in the United States, along with the School of Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California and the New York University School of Cinematic Arts.

TFT has an even greater advantage due to its prime location in Los Angeles, close to Hollywood.

Chen Feng drove a sports car with Ning Yao on board and slowly drove into the TFT campus.

The moment you roll down the window, the charming scent of white magnolia hits your nose. This is one of the characteristics of TFT, which makes you feel more relaxed.

Not only is the scenery here beautiful, but the students are also incredibly good-looking. It's like walking into the Beijing Film Academy, with handsome men and beautiful women everywhere you look, which is truly pleasing to the eye.

"What a great place!" Chen Feng couldn't help but exclaim.

At this time, he had completely forgotten about Professor Shapley. What Nobel Prize in Economics? To hell with it.

Ning Yao should study here!

He was about to ask someone for directions when he stuck his head out of the car window and was instantly recognized.

"Brother Chen, why are you here?"

Chen Feng turned his head and saw that it was Nicolas Cage. He was filled with surprise.

"Nick, why are you here?"

The last time he saw Nicolas Cage was at a Los Angeles Dodgers reception.

Nicolas Cage has not yet become a movie star and still looks a little shy.

Chen Feng had seen many of his movies, so he chatted with him for a while at the party, which made Cage flattered.

In his eyes, anyone who could be introduced to others by Sister Melissa must be extraordinary. Moreover, Chen Feng could chat and laugh with Magic Johnson and Dodgers' star pitcher Michael, which really made Cage envious.

Cage said a little embarrassedly: "I study here, Brother Chen, we are alumni, but I was embarrassed to tell you the last time we met."

Chen Feng muttered to himself: "You are really shy. With your personality, how can you become a movie star in the future?" But there was still a smile on his face.

He introduced Ning Yao to Cage and said, "This is my girlfriend. She will also study here. I brought her here to register. Nick, please take good care of her from now on."

Cage laughed happily and responded cheerfully, "Great, no problem, Brother Chen, leave it to me. Are you going to report? I'll show you the way."

As he said this, he got into the back seat of the sports car and couldn't help but exclaim: "This car is great! But I can't afford it now."

Chen Feng smiled brightly and said, "Don't worry, Nick. A sports car is a piece of cake for you. I believe you will become an actor sooner or later."

When these words came out, Cage was shocked and his face was full of disbelief.

This was the first time someone had spoken such words of expectation and affirmation to him. To be honest, after coming to TFT, facing so many outstanding classmates and fierce competition, he had very little confidence in himself.

While driving, Chen Feng asked curiously, "Nick, have you acted in any movies now?"

Chen Feng was making a calculation in his mind. Jennifer was still young and there was no hope of her bringing in any income for the time being. He wondered if he could get some profit from Cage.