Huayu is here for you

Fortunately, Lin Yu has gained some recognition now. Although his film box office numbers aren't huge, they're exceptionally impressive. So, standing at the entrance of China Film Group, Lin Yu now has a bit more confidence.

Half an hour later…

Lin Yu walked out of the China Film Group gate with a contract in his hand, looking quite pleased with himself.

"That's not easy! Securing investment so easily is a first for me. But it was also expected. If China Film Group didn't invest in this low-budget comedy, it wouldn't be China Film Group. But if Lin Yu had chosen a different genre, who knows what it would have turned out like!"

However, the film crew that China Film Group found for him is definitely much more professional than the makeshift crew that they pulled from Beijing Film Academy last time. He doesn't have to worry about publicity and distribution; he just needs to focus on filming. He's very happy!

However, the percentage is a bit high, with an investment of 3 million yuan accounting for 85%. But it doesn't matter, since Lin Yu doesn't have a penny to his name right now. Moreover, this film is a commercial film, and the publicity alone will cost a lot of money. In addition, with distribution, China Film Group's 85% stake will have to be halved at least.

Moreover, the revenue share for "Nightclub" has not been finalized. It can be said that he made this movie with nothing but a 15% share.

With the production team, investment, and publicity all sorted out, the next step is casting. Xu Zheng will play Li Chenggong, no need to consider him. As for Tao Hong... she can play his wife or the female teacher. As for the handsome guy in the movie, Lin Yu says: Who else but me!

Every director has a cameo dream, and Lin Yu is no exception!

The next missing role is Niu Geng, played by Wang Baoqiang. Lin Yu really can't find anyone who can replace him. He can only go to the entrance of the Beijing Film Academy and see if he can run into him!

Having made up his mind, Lin Yu went straight to the Beijing Film Academy.

When he arrived at the entrance of the Beijing Film Academy, he saw a huge crowd shouting at several group leaders: Pick me! Pick me!

There were also groups of people squatting not far away, eating steamed buns.

Seeing this situation, Lin Yu couldn't help but feel a pang of bitterness: "It's all for the sake of making a living!"

However, as Lin Yu watched them eat with increasing relish, he himself became hungry. He couldn't help but take out a sausage from his pocket, fill his stomach, and then began searching for Wang Baoqiang, the lucky one he had favored.

As Lin Yu searched, he sighed, "Being an extra is really not easy. You work diligently on filming for decades, and in the end, you don't even know anyone. The only one who has made it big is Wang Baoqiang."

Lin Yu still remembers that in her past life, some people regarded Ying Bao as a grassroots success story, but that was a complete mistake. She was a champion of the talent show group and played roles with lines and special scenes. No matter how small those roles were, they were still roles. As for the only one who was a complete grassroots success story, it was Wang Baoqiang.

Huh? Wait a minute! There's also the "Extra Emperor" (a character who plays minor roles). I almost forgot about this guy. He's a true legend. If Lin Yu hadn't paid little attention to him in his past life and didn't know what he was doing now, he would definitely have to find him to play a role.

Just as Lin Yu was walking around observing the extras looking for work, a figure suddenly appeared before him.

"Director Lin, what brings you here?"

Lin Yu looked closely and exclaimed, "Hey! Huang Bo? What are you doing here?"

Huang Bo was holding two large steamed buns in his hand and a water glass with very little water tucked under his elbow, staring blankly at Lin Yu.

"Hehe... I came here to find work!" Huang Bo said somewhat embarrassedly.

Lin Yu was genuinely a little surprised: "You... you're still playing a minor role?"

"That's right! Only you would take a liking to me. Since I acted in your movie, I haven't had any acting opportunities. I've been stuck as an extra every day. My girlfriend is sick, and I had to take leave from the academy. I was hoping to come here and maybe a big director like you would notice me." Huang Bo forced a smile.

Lin Yu didn't think Huang Bo was lying, because he remembered something similar from his past life. Huang Bo's girlfriend, Xiao Ou, had fallen ill when he was working as an extra. At that time, neither of them had much money, and Xiao Ou couldn't even afford medicine, so she just endured it. He just didn't expect that Lin Yu would encounter the same situation now.

Speaking of Huang Bo's girlfriend, she's a really great person. She even paid for Huang Bo's tuition at the Beijing Film Academy. Back then, she followed Huang Bo to Beijing to pursue his dreams. Huang Bo failed the entrance exam three times before finally getting into the broadcasting department of the Beijing Film Academy, but he didn't have much money left. It was this girl who generously donated all her savings to Huang Bo, which allowed him to persevere.

Looking at the down-on-his-luck future billion-dollar movie star in front of him, Lin Yu also had a little thought in his mind.

"Really! Your girlfriend is in Kyoto too? Why didn't I see her last time?"

"Hehe... She went out to find work last time, so I didn't see you. Next time, I'll invite you to my house for dinner," Huang Bo said with a grin.

Huang Bo was feeling very anxious. He thought today would be the same as before: if he was lucky, he would be with two film crews; if he was unlucky, he would have to go home dejectedly. But he didn't expect to run into Lin Yu today! This is definitely a rising star. Even if he has to be shameless, he has to get in touch with him. If all else fails, he can try to make his presence known to Lin Yu. Maybe then he will have another chance.

Looking at Huang Bo, who looked apprehensive, Lin Yu couldn't help but smile and ask, "Are you willing to sign a contract with me?"

Huang Bo: ? ? ?

……

After dealing with Huang Bo, Lin Yu didn't waste any more time lingering at the entrance of the Beijing Film Academy. He simply took Huang Bo and left. Since they hadn't found Wang Baoqiang today, they could always come back in a couple of days.

But when Huang Bo excitedly followed Lin Yu to the destination Lin Yu had mentioned, he was completely dumbfounded.

"Director Lin, is this your company?"

Huang Bo pointed to a rented room near the Beijing Film Academy, looking somewhat bewildered, and asked:

"That's right! My company isn't even officially established yet! I was originally planning to film a couple more movies before starting the company, but then I met you! I've thought it through, better to do it sooner rather than later. Today, help me pack my things; my rent is due soon. Tomorrow, I'll take you to register our company! I've already thought of a name: Starlight Film & Media Co., Ltd. What do you think? Not bad, right?" Lin Yu said with a hint of pride.

"You..."

Looking at the somewhat excited Lin Yu, Huang Bo was momentarily at a loss for words.

"Don't worry, you won't be shortchanged. It's three thousand a month, split 30/70! Your girlfriend can come too, she'll get the same three thousand as you." Lin Yu patted Huang Bo on the shoulder to comfort him.

"No...we work here, don't we?" Huang Bo asked, looking constipated.

"Of course not," Lin Yu said confidently. "I found an office building I liked a few days ago, and I'll rent it tomorrow. Then I'll find an agency to get all the necessary permits and licenses for the company. Don't worry, China Film Group just transferred the investment to my account, so don't worry about me not being able to pay your salary. These next few days, you can just help me with auditions and setting up the film crew. Anyway, I don't have any roles for you right now, but once my movie starts filming, I can give you a cameo role!"

As Huang Bo watched Lin Yu enthusiastically recount his plans, he couldn't help but think to himself, "Have I been scammed?"