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As for finding actors, that's none of my business. Bob from North American Star, the person Lin Yu put forward, can perfectly take on this important task. Otherwise, why would Lin Yu spend so much money to hire him? Not to mention that this is what he used to do.

Back in Linyu, a little bit of news was released to the public.

"Lin Yu invested in a Hollywood film with a budget of around 30 million US dollars and secured a supporting role."

This news immediately caused a huge stir in the entertainment industry!

A host of big names and companies, including Zhang Ziyi, Gong Li, Andy Lau, Huayi Brothers, Wanda Group, and China Film Group, have called Lin Yu to inquire about his services.

The media, as if on steroids, stayed around the star every day, trying to dig up some inside information.

"Xiao Lin, that's not a very ethical thing to do. You're preparing to shoot another Hollywood blockbuster without saying a word? You didn't even tell your Uncle Han?"

"Oh dear, Mr. Han, I just invested some money, it's not like I'm making the film myself. If I were really going to make a new movie, how could I not let you know?"

"Nonsense, I didn't know about it when you were filming 'You Are the Apple of My Eye'."

Lin Yu: "??? You really hold a grudge!"

"Hehe... I won't say more. It's fine that you weren't in charge this time, but next time you have those kinds of ideas, remember to let me know in advance."

"Okay, I got it." After hanging up the phone, Lin Yu silently added to himself, "I'll talk to you again when I can remember."

……

"Feed? Mr. Lu!"

"It wasn't my decision. The role is just a minor supporting one, and it's a guy. Tian Tian isn't suitable for it."

"Feed? Sister Zhang?"

"Male characters! No female characters."

"Okay, I'll definitely do it next time!"

……

On the afternoon of the day Lin Yu released the news, he received dozens of calls inquiring about the role, almost knocking his phone out of service.

What's even more impressive are the major media outlets. Despite not receiving any accurate information, their reports all seemed to claim that they were there to witness it firsthand.

"Lin Yu is once again taking his work to Hollywood!"

"Lin Yu's Three Visits to and from Hollywood!"

"Lin Yu's new film investment will exceed $1 million!"

"China's rising star director Lin Yu, once again..."

Seeing the increasingly outrageous reports, a bewildered Lin Yu also issued a public statement using the company's official account.

"Our company's co-production with Hollywood's Fox, *Twilight*, is about to begin casting. Starlight has one male supporting role available. Requirements: around 20 years old, male actor, good temperament, handsome appearance! Priority will be given to those with film and television experience. The casting will begin in three days. Interested actors can send their resumes to Starlight's email address xxxxxxx to apply. Note: Applications are limited to the applicant in person only! No proxies allowed."

After this official announcement, most actors in the entertainment industry wilted like frostbitten eggplants! The reason is simple: age is a major limiting factor!

But while some were dejected, others were excited, especially the new generation of actors. In their eyes, this was Lin Yu's chance to break into Hollywood! They would be thrilled even if it was just to show their faces, let alone play a significant supporting role!

In no time, resumes poured into Starlight's inbox like snowflakes. Before the casting process even began three days later, Lin Yu had already received hundreds of actor resumes.

Chen Xiao, Chen Weiting, Zhang Yan, Wang Kai, Xie Tingfeng, Peng Yuyan, Chen Kun, Huang Xiaoming, Zhang Ruojun, Nie Yuan, Zhu Yawen, and others were among them. Lin Yu wanted to give it a try, whether he knew them or not.

However, after looking through Lin Yu, he was surprised to find that Lao Hu's name was not there.

"That's strange, where's Lao Hu? Even if he's filming, Cai Yinong would at least let him know, right? How come she hasn't?"

Driven by curiosity, Lin Yu directly called Hu Ge.

"...Feeding? Director Lin. What's wrong?"

"You sound like you just woke up?" Lin Yu asked, somewhat surprised.

"Um, ah... well, I just finished filming not long ago and was thinking of resting for a couple of days. I just turned on my phone to pour myself a glass of water, and I didn't expect the first call to be from you." Hu Ge yawned and said:

"Hehe... I guess I was just lucky!"

"Hehe...that's quite a coincidence. I haven't even checked my messages yet, and my computer's been on for less than a minute!"

"Okay, I called to tell you something: would you like to take a trip to Hollywood?"

"...What?"

"You should have received a message from your sister Cai. Take your time reading it. Bye!"

"What information? Lin..."

beep…

Hu Ge stared blankly at the phone that had been abruptly disconnected, then quickly opened his text messages.

Looking at the 99+ missed calls and 99+ unread text messages on his phone, Hu Ge's expression was full of surprise.

"Has the sky been pierced?"

After composing himself, Hu Ge first checked a few unread text messages, all of which were about casting for Lin Yu. Some were from Cai Yinong, some from Yuan Hong, some from Xue Jianing, and so on.

After a moment of guilt, he first sent a message to Xue Jianing, and then called Cai Yinong.

"Hey! Hugo! Where the hell have you been? You're not answering your phone, you're not replying to your messages, you're practically calling your parents!"

Faced with Cai Yinong's questioning, Hu Ge was also full of helplessness. Who knew that even if he rested for two days, he would still run into this matter! He didn't know if he had lost his mind or what, but he turned off his phone. Normally, his phone is on 24 hours a day.

"Um... Sister Cai, I called you back!"

"What am I supposed to say to you? Hurry up, you saw the message, right? Quickly send your resume to Starlight and apply, the deadline is tomorrow!"

"Okay, Sister Cai, I'll send it right away!"

……

After making the call to Cai Yinong, Hu Ge immediately turned on his computer and sent his resume to Xingguang.

Starlight…

Lin Yu looked at the last batch of actor resumes that had just been submitted and finally saw Lao Hu's name. He then directly added Lao Hu to the audition list.

After all, it's impossible to have them audition for every hundred resumes they receive. Even if it's just a formality, it has to be done properly!

"Hehe... Lao Hu, you'd be doing me a disservice if you didn't treat me to a big meal!"

Lin Yu's casting call in China caused quite a stir, even overshadowing his senior colleague Chen Kaige's film promotion for a while. Chen Kaige even made a special phone call to him to "catch up."

Meanwhile, Liu Xiaoli, who was abroad with Ms. Liu, also received news from China that Lin Yu was casting for a role.

In a dance studio in an island nation, Ms. Liu is practicing singing and dancing rhythmically to the music.

Upon receiving the news, Liu Xiaoli couldn't wait for Miss Liu to finish her contact and immediately interrupted her practice.