Chapter 281 Predestined

your toes in the entertainment industry," Tang Mandong's voice was sharp and clear like a bullet being fired."Who are you How dare you hit me" Bai Xiwen disregarding her image tried to slap Tang Mando...Chapter 281: Predestined

But his father wasn't too pleased.

Ye Ningyuan and his wife might not move back until autumn, and when they did, they would start traveling right away and wouldn’t be home much. In their household, it was the father who did housework, and he frequently took his mother out to eat; how could he do housework every day

Warming’s thoughts were too beautiful.

"Are you going to work overtime today"

"Come over at six and we'll head home together," Ye Feimo said, thinking about his schedule. "I have a meeting with Ou Beitang at the Green Light Golf Course at two o'clock. I’ll be back by four, and after that, it won’t take long to finish up. You can come earlier if you want."

Warming nodded but thought for a moment. "Today is Liang Hongyu’s open audition, there will definitely be many people, so I might not get home this early."

"Don't worry, Xiaojing will arrange it," Ye Feimo said. Originally, he wanted Warming to participate in the open audition after a few days since it was only the first day and there was no rush. However, today’s open audition featured many heavyweight female stars, including all four leading actresses of Anning International. Chen Xueru, Zhuo Bingbing, and other artists from other agencies were participating as well. Many investors and agents with whom he had a close relationship called him yesterday to recommend someone for one of the roles.

Anyone could see that the female lead in this show would definitely be an actress from Anning International.

Anning International invested in every movie, where the main character was always someone from Anning. The supporting characters might be played by others.

Lin Ning was China’s most famous and talented director whose films were both critically acclaimed and commercially successful; every artist wanted to star in his movies. However, the entertainment department director of Anning International, Gu Xiaobei, was also a top-notch person.

The actors who starred in Lin Ning's productions had low salaries that never reached half their market rates. Even so, every actor still wanted to be in his works and didn’t care about the pay.

Currently, an actor’s earnings weren't solely from their salaries; it wasn’t even the most important source of income for them.

Starring in a Lin Ning film would boost one's fame, which translated into more money through advertisements, appearances fees, and endorsements. Gu Xiaobei always tried to minimize the costs of Anning’s films, resulting in excellent outcomes.

He was born to be in this line of work, although he had a bad temper and acted like a tyrant. Yet Ye Feimo always valued him.

The same went for Liang Hongyu this time; the production cost was kept at its lowest, but the lineup of stars was impressive, with everyone seeming to be a star themselves. The film's box office would surely be可觀 (Note: This word is often used in Chinese to indicate something is promising or substantial without giving an exact figure).

Today marked the first day of open auditions, and many heavyweight celebrities were expected to participate. Additionally, Lin Ning had announced that Hollywood star Ye Yan would take on the lead role, causing a stir when this news was broadcasted earlier today.

This included Han Bi as well.

Cai Xiaoqing heard Linda would be bringing Han Bi for the auditions and decided to have Wen Ran join too, avoiding any spotlight.

Today’s focus during the open auditions would definitely be on Han Bi, along with the other four major female stars from Ning City. With her current popularity, Wen Ran couldn't compare yet and might only receive a small page of coverage today.

Cai Xiaoqing wanted to use Han Bi to boost Wen Ran's profile.

Very few people knew that Wen Ran had already been chosen for the lead role—she herself didn’t know, let alone Han Bi.

This massive buzz around Han Bi and then switching gears to announce it was actually Wen Ran who got the part would create a significant contrast and attention for Wen Ran, providing her with an excellent exposure rate and recognition.

That was Cai Xiaoqing's goal.

It also aligned with Ye Feimo’s initial intentions.

He had never given Han Bi a direct confirmation but hadn't misled her either. He let her believe she stood a chance, without giving her a clear answer. Today, Han Bi came with the intention of securing Liang Hongyu's role.

She was unaware that this role was already decided for Wen Ran.

To use Han Bi to elevate Wen Ran couldn't be better timed.

Han Bi and Little Han Bi

The topics are indeed numerous.

The main one being the morning gossip today.

Last night, reporters caught photos of Wen'ran and Ye Second Young Master, speculating about them with Han Bi's picture, leading the public to believe it was about Han Bi and Ye Second Young Master. Today is the day for selecting a new Liang Hongyu, leaving plenty to speculate about.

There are already many rumors saying that Ye Second Young Master invested in a film specifically to promote Han Bi.

Wen'ran nodded, rather excitedly leaning towards Ye Feimo, coquettishly calling out, "Husband."

Ye Feimo felt goosebumps all over his body as he rolled up his sleeves, exclaiming, "What's this"

Wen'ran patted his arm and smiled, saying, "Get lost, I'm asking you. Is the role of Liang Hongyu really Han Bi’s"

"Secret."

"Honesty is part of being a couple; Ye Feimo, you can't keep secrets from me." Wen'ran said seriously and earnestly, her expression utterly serious.

"First off, before asking this question, I am the president of An Ning International, and you are an employee of An Ning International. We have an employer-employee relationship, not a marital one; bosses don't need to be honest with their employees." Ye Feimo was eloquent and unmoved.

Wen'ran pouted, "What if I secretly tell me I won't tell anyone else."

Ye Feimo put down his chopsticks. Wen'ran pulled over a napkin and submissively handed it to him with an expression that was clearly one of flattery from someone up to no good; Ye Feimo could only laugh sadly, saying, "Be good."

"If you think I'm being good, then tell me.

Ye Feimo pursed his lips and said, "I never participate in casting matters. I'm not as professional as Lin Ning when it comes to film casting. Gu Xiaobei and I do not get involved with selecting roles for Lin Ning's films. This is something everyone knows."

"Nonsense, wasn't the original main character of City of Passion promoted because of a power dynamic"

Ye Feimo calmly pointed out, "The subsequent main characters of City of Passion were also promoted due to similar circumstances." Mrs. Ye, you were also brought up through such means too. Warming's face turned red and she argued again, "That's incorrect! How can that be considered a power dynamic Even if there was something between us, it wouldn't matter, right Lin Ning chose me because I did well in the body double role."

"There are only good actors like you... Or rather, a rookie like you. On what basis would he choose you" Ye Feimo said. He never used to discuss such matters with Warming before; she didn't know how much he had done for her behind the scenes even when they weren't particularly close at first.

Warming opened her mouth but then closed it again.

If she had heard something like this in the past, she would have been too proud to accept it. She might even have complained about it. But now, she didn't have those naive thoughts anymore.

This industry has always been like this.

Warming kissed Ye Feimo to show her gratitude and then said with a tinge of education in her tone, "This means that Mr. Ye, you have good taste; you captured both your wife and the money tree. You are promising and should continue working hard. Keep promoting me."

Ye Feimo gave her a sidelong glance—she sure had thickened her skin.

The opportunity was given to her by Ye Feimo, but whether she could seize it and present herself in the best possible light for the audience's acceptance was up to her. Therefore, there was no point in dwelling on how she received this opportunity.

What did it matter if it involved a power dynamic It made her proud that her husband had given her such an opportunity.

"Since we're already here, tell me."

"Be good now and go audition. Perform well so you can get Lin Ning's approval," Ye Feimo said meaningfully. "Lin Ning occasionally favors my or Shu Wen's recommendations, but he invests just as much effort in his films as we do. If we just push someone forward without him agreeing to them, they won't be able to take on the role. So it really comes down to Lin Ning. Fortunately for you, you've played a body double before, so he knows your capabilities. He wouldn't have given you this opportunity if that weren't the case. He distinguishes between his personal and professional relationships very clearly."ld likely be shot at Jingde Film City as a Republican era film, then she could decline the film that she liked and wouldn't have to spend several months in Paris.No matter from the perspective of prod...