Chapter 57

"The 7-Year-Old's Bicycle" - Nanhua Film and Television Opens

Xu Xiaoming looked at Zhou Yan in front of him and immediately recognized him.

"Aren't you A-Fei, the flying swordsman from 'Little Li Flying Dagger'?"

"Yes, I am," Zhou Yan said with some surprise, not expecting the other party to have read "Little Li Flying Dagger".

"It really is you," Xu Xiaoming said with some surprise. "The Flying Swordsman is actually Nan Hua. That's incredible."

"What happened?" Tang Danian asked curiously.

"The TV series 'Little Li Flying Dagger' produced by Nanhua was a huge hit in our area, ranking second only to 'Princess Pearl II' in terms of viewership ratings."

"It hasn't been released in mainland China yet, but it should be soon. After all, the mainland won't miss such a classic martial arts drama."

Gao Yuanyuan looked at Zhou Yan with surprise in her eyes.

The other person is really outstanding!

"Is that so?" Tang Danian and Wang Xiaoshuai were both surprised.

"I did film this drama, and I played the second male lead," Zhou Yan nodded.

"Brother, awesome!" Wang Xiaoshuai gave a thumbs up.

"You've achieved success in both literature and film," Tang Danian said, his face full of admiration.

"Yes, his literary achievements are already beyond the reach of many, and now he has reached such a height as an actor," Xu Xiaoming said with admiration.

"Stop praising me, or I'll get all cocky," Zhou Yan joked.

"I've watched your TV series. With your acting skills, you can definitely handle the role of Xiao Jian, but..." Xu Xiaoming paused, looking very hesitant.

"But what?" Zhou Yan couldn't help but ask.

Gao Yuanyuan also looked at Xu Xiaoming.

I'm most afraid of this "but".

"Can you ride a bicycle?" Xu Xiaoming asked.

"Yes," Zhou Yan replied, riding his bicycle with practiced ease.

When he was in elementary school, he rode his bicycle with a crossbar recklessly, and even broke his leg because he was "hands-free".

(大撒把: a dialect term meaning to ride a bicycle with both hands off the handlebars)

His parents sent him to a martial arts school for this reason as well; it was too risky.

At least if they go to a martial arts school, someone will take care of them, which will save them a lot of trouble!

"That's fine, as long as the technique is good," Xu Xiaoming nodded.

Their film features many scenes of people riding bicycles.

After all, the movie is called "Beijing Bicycle", so it must be related to cars!

"Let me tell you about the movie first," Wang Xiaoshuai said, referring to "you all" rather than "you".

Because he wanted to invite Gao Yuanyuan to play the role of "Xiao Xiao".

The film is titled "Beijing Bicycle" and has a total investment of 200 million yuan, jointly funded by Beijing Film Studio and Jiguang Company.

The film tells the story of the conflict between Xiao Gui, a young migrant worker, and Xiao Jian, a young man from the bottom of society in the city, over a bicycle.

"This film is aimed at winning awards, so most of the budget will be used for location scouting and filming, and the actors' salaries will not be too high."

"Brother, you're looking down on me by saying that," Zhou Yan said, sounding indignant.

"It definitely wouldn't work if it were someone else."

"But what is our relationship? I don't care if you don't pay me," Zhou Yan said with an air of righteous indignation.

Wang Xiaoshuai was genuinely moved.

"Good brother, I won't say anything more," Wang Xiaoshuai kept Zhou Yan's "favor" in his heart.

Xu Xiaoming and Tang Danian also looked on with admiration.

Wang Xiaoshuai then looked at Gao Yuanyuan.

"Yuanyuan, would you be interested in playing the role of Xiaoxiao?"

"Huh? Me?" Gao Yuanyuan didn't expect Wang Xiaoshuai to suddenly ask her, and she didn't react for a moment.

"Yes, it's you," Wang Xiaoshuai nodded. "I feel that the role of Xiaoxiao is perfect for you. You can just play yourself."

Gao Yuanyuan looked at Zhou Yan, seeking his opinion.

"Can you tell me about this character?" Zhou Yan asked Wang Xiaoshuai when she noticed Gao Yuanyuan looking at her.

"Of course," Wang Xiaoshuai explained the general plot of Xiaoxiao's story.

Gao Yuanyuan was very moved when she heard that "Xiao Jian is pursuing her".

I never expected to play a couple with Zhou Yan.

I don't care about paying you!

When Gao Yuanyuan heard that "Xiao Jian" was jealous of her and hit her new boyfriend, she immediately made up her mind.

"I acted!"

I'd even act if I were paid to!

"Great!" Wang Xiaoshuai was overjoyed. Zhou Yan and Gao Yuanyuan's participation solved a major problem for him.

There are two male leads and two female leads. We are still missing one male lead and one female lead, which we can find slowly.

Zhou Yan then went through the procedures and demonstrated his bicycle skills.

That's really impressive.

Gao Yuanyuan's eyes lit up; she hadn't expected Zhou Yan to be so amazing.

In the previous life, neither the actor who played Xiao Jian nor the actor who played Xiao Gui had formal training in acting.

The actor who plays Xiao Jian graduated from Kyoto Qingyun Vocational High School; the actor who plays Xiao Gui graduated from Beijing Sport University and was Zhou Yan's senior in his previous life, but the two did not have any interaction.

The casting of Xiao Jian is the most interesting story. It is said that the assistant director met Li Bin, who was riding a bicycle and showing off, during the casting process. So he invited Li Bin to audition and unexpectedly succeeded.

Li Bin thus entered the entertainment industry.

However, this time, Zhou Yan clearly stole the opportunity from his opponent.

That evening, Zhou Yan treated several people to a meal at Quanjude.

"Brother Wang, it's really not easy to invite you to dinner. I've asked you several times, but you've never had time," Zhou Yan joked.

"I really don't have time," Wang Xiaoshuai wasn't lying; he had been genuinely busy lately.

"Let's have a good drink this time."

"no problem."

Zhou Yan was very sensible and didn't drink too much.

After all, Gao Yuanyuan was by his side.

……

After parting ways with Wang Xiaoshuai and the others, Zhou Yan escorted Gao Yuanyuan home.

The next two days are the weekend, and Gao Yuanyuan wants to go home and stay for two days.

At the entrance of the alley, Zhou Yan stopped Gao Yuanyuan, who was trying to leave.

"Have you forgotten something?"

"Okay," Gao Yuanyuan said, already used to it. She stood on tiptoe and gave Zhou Yan a light kiss on the cheek.

But this time, Zhou Yan was clearly not satisfied. He cupped the other person's cheeks in his hands and kissed him directly.

Gao Yuanyuan's eyes widened instantly, and she froze on the spot.

But she quickly realized what was happening, closed her eyes, and wrapped her arms around Zhou Yan's neck.

A warm response.

She had been dreaming about this day for a long time.

Zhou Yan finally took the initiative.

After a long while, the two released each other and looked at each other with deep affection.

"You bad guy, I'm going home," Gao Yuanyuan said with light steps as she walked home.

Zhou Yan stood there, watching Gao Yuanyuan disappear under the lights.

Gao Yuanyuan comes from a well-off family; both her parents are cadres at the space agency.

That's why Gao Yuanyuan has such a great temperament—high-end, sophisticated, intellectual, and elegant.

Every shot, no matter how casual, is a professional-grade portrait.

In later generations, although Gao Yuanyuan had her flaws, no one ever called her ugly.

The flowering period is very long!

……

In November, "Nanhua Film and Television Entertainment Company" officially opened, focusing on "talent agency" business with other businesses as secondary.

Zhou Yan, Director Hu En, Yu Feihong, Wang Xiaoshuai and others came to offer their blessings.

Although Yuen Woo-ping, Chen Yong, and others did not come in person, they sent flower baskets and blessings!

Director Hu En even participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Zhou Yan serves as chairman, and Fan Binbin serves as vice chairman and legal representative.

Xu Li serves as the general manager, managing the company's daily operations.

Fang Mengya serves as the deputy general manager and the agent for the two, responsible for their agency business.

Meanwhile, Tencent received a lawyer's letter from ICQ.

The other party sued Penguin, claiming that Penguin's QICQ infringed on their intellectual property rights.

Little Ma was completely out of options.

The penguins have reached a dead end.

At this moment, Little Ma thought of Zhou Yan again!