Chapter 1245 - Mr. Chu
Chapter 1245 of "Super Soldier in the City" starts unfolding: Chapter 1245: Chapter 1295: Mr. ChuChen Dongping shook his head and said, "President Ning, although... Discover more!
Chapter 1245: Chapter 1295: Mr. ChuChen Dongping shook his head and said, "President Ning, although youâve been in the entertainment industry for a while, there are some things you donât know. Iâm really not the one calling the shots here."
Chu Dongsheng laughed heartily, "Old Chen, stop complaining. The pay for that other film is much more than this one; why bother putting on airs here?"
Chen Dongping smiled awkwardly and said, "Financial interests must, of course, be considered, but what Iâm most worried about is the follow-up funding. If half the film is shot and your companyâs cash flow gets cut, then if the film canât continue, everyone loses out, and time is wasted, isnât it?"
Ning Xinâer narrowed her eyes and said, "Director Chen, if itâs really about the money, then we can discuss it further. As for the cash flow issue, you donât need to worry at all. Our company is financially strong. Although the current investment is only two hundred million, we are ready to increase our investment at any time."
A film company with a two hundred million investment is certainly strong. Many film companies invest hundreds of millions in a movie, but that often includes numerous sponsors. Once the filming starts, they rely on the fame of the director and the crew to feature product placements or to have investors directly fund the production, hence the actual operating capital needed isnât that high. However, a truly financially strong film company naturally operates more conveniently and easily.
"Oh? I couldnât really tell, Miss Xinâerâs film company is quite strong indeed. I may have underestimated you," Chu Dongsheng interjected with evident surprise in his gaze.
"You flatter me, Mr. Chu. Compared to East Media, we are but a small company."
At this point, dishes began to arrive in quick succession, and the conversation about these topics was put on hold. Once the drinks were served, Ning Xinâer raised her glass and said, "Director Chen, Mr. Chu, Iâm delighted to have dinner with the two of you here today. A toast to both of you."
"Haha, great, itâs a real pleasure to dine with Miss Xinâer," Chu Dongsheng laughed heartily, tilting his head to gulp down the beer in his glass.
Ning Xinâer was looking to coax some information out of them today, so she started off by urging them to drink frequently. However, Director Chen, an old fox, always gave noncommittal responses, while Chu Dongsheng, the younger one, wasnât as shrewd and got quite carried away after a few compliments from Ning Xinâer and Li Xinyue.
After another round of drinks, Chu Dongsheng shook his head and said, "Ning Xinâer, let me tell you, itâs too hard for you to make it big. I advise you to just give up."
Ning Xinâerâs eyes lit up. "Where does that come from? I donât think Iâve offended anyone, have I?"
Chu Dongsheng laughed, "What you think doesnât really count. Sometimes you offend people without even realizing it."
Ning Xinâer picked up her glass again and said, "Then please enlighten me, Mr. Chu."
Chu Dongsheng drank the glass of wine and then lit up a cigarette, saying, "Theyâre not small fry. If I spilled the beans, Iâd be in trouble myself."
"Someone like Mr. Chu, who could possibly dare to provoke you? Especially with the influence of East Mediaâs platform. If you say a word on your website, even the biggest names would have to bow down to you."
Chu Dongsheng laughed again, "I like hearing that. But I canât just tell you something like this without reason, Miss Xinâer. Arenât you going to give me any incentive?"
Ning Xinâer immediately said, "Mr. Chu, just name your price."
Chu Dongsheng wagged his fingers and shook his head, "Miss Xinâer, youâre pretending to be confused when you clearly understand. Donât you know what I want?" His gaze swept over Ning Xinâerâs body and then over Li Xinyueâs.
The implication couldnât have been clearer. This guy actually wanted to have a threesome with Ning Xinâer and Li Xinyue, similar to what Li Yifei had.