1979: Literary Master, Starting from the Return of Educated Youth

Chapter 237: Planning for Tianxian Mom

"Stop talking nonsense."

The factory director leaned back in his chair, put his hand on his forehead and said in distress, "Let's talk about the budget later. You should think about the venue arrangement first."

"Director, if the budget issue is not resolved, there is no way to discuss other issues."

“You can’t get a loan for that either.”

The factory manager waved his hand impatiently and said, "Go away, I have things to do."

Chen Lin showed a disappointed expression and left unwillingly.

Near noon, Chen Lin called Xu Yuexin and said with shame that the plan to expand the budget had fallen through.

Xu Yuexin listened to Chen Lin's complaints without saying a word until he finished pouring out his grievances, then he suddenly said something.

"If the factory director doesn't agree to the loan, you won't lend it?"

"what?"

On the phone, Chen Lin was a little overwhelmed by what Xu Yuexin said and didn't know how to respond for a moment.

"Why, you really want me to explain everything?"

Xu Yuexin leaned against the headboard of the bed in the hotel room, narrowed his eyes slightly and said, "I have said everything I can say. You can make your own decision."

After saying that, Xu Yuexin hung up the phone.

Xu Yuexin didn't know what decision Chen Lin would make.

Anyway, as long as the total budget fails to meet his expectations and Hengguang Group is unwilling to increase his investment share, he might as well find another production studio to adapt the film.

For a work like "The Ming Dynasty 1566", are you worried about not finding a partner?

"Du, du..."

On the other end of the phone, Chen Lin still held the receiver in his hand for a long time after the call ended.

Is it...

Do we really have to act first and report later?

That night, Chen Lin couldn't fall asleep.

The next morning, as soon as he opened his eyes, he found the title deed of his house and took it to the bank.

Chen Lin used the 50-square-meter small two-bedroom apartment within the inner ring of Shanghai to pawn it off at the bank for yuan, and then went to find the factory manager with the cash.

When he opened the bag containing bundles of banknotes, the factory director sat up in his chair in shock.

"Chen Lin, what the hell are you doing?"

"Did I agree to let you take out a loan?"

The factory manager spitted out saliva and said angrily, "Aren't you kidding me?"

"If the next movie can't be made, I wonder how you'll pay the interest!"

Bank deposit and loan interest rates are very high these days. The interest on these 20,000 yuan alone can eat up most of the salary of Chen Lin, the director of the production department.

"So, Director, I was forced into this situation."

Chen Lin suppressed his laughter and pretended to be helpless, "Now Xu Yuexin insists on increasing the budget. If the factory does not take out a loan, the film cannot be made."

"If the film fails to be made, I, a debtor, will be finished."

"Okay, you're forcing me to abdicate, right?"

The factory director continued, puffing his beard and glaring, "I can tell you clearly that it is impossible for the factory to borrow such a large amount of 50 yuan."

Ha, there's hope.

After hearing the factory director's words, Chen Lin keenly seized the opportunity.

It's impossible to get a loan of 50.

Then it should be possible to borrow 20 or 30, right?
"That's easy. Just do as I said yesterday. First, assemble the crew, and then mobilize everyone to apply for loans."

"You put some together, I put some together, and the factory can lend some more, and then we'll have 50."

Chen Lin clapped his hands and spoke to the factory director with interest.

This guy……

The factory director was helpless because of Chen Lin's decision. With this loan, he was now in a difficult situation.

"I'll think about it again."

The factory manager frowned.

"okay."

Chen Lin put on his backpack and walked out happily. When he reached the door, he turned around and added, "Director, the times are different now. Many things that could not be done in the past can now be considered."

"For example, this loan for filming a movie..."

"Okay, okay, I'll figure it out myself, no need for you to tell me."

The factory director frowned and waved his hands, saying that he was really scared of Chen Lin.

……

That night, the lights in the conference room of Hengguang Studio were on.

After thinking for a whole day, the factory director convened a meeting of the factory leadership team to discuss Chen Lin’s proposal to get a loan to make a movie.

The meeting lasted for a long time, and it was not until midnight that the factory director left the venue with other factory leaders and informed Chen Lin of the results the next morning.

"The factory has decided that the maximum loan amount is 20 yuan."

"The remaining 30 will be raised by everyone after the crew is established."

The factory manager, with dark circles under his eyes, spoke to the nervous Chen Lin.

"What if we don't collect enough money for 30?"

"If the money collected is not enough, it is your responsibility. Either you find a way to pay to fill the remaining hole, or you will be dismissed from office."

The factory manager said unhappily.

Being forced to this point, he really had no way to deal with Chen Lin.

I have never seen anything so unkind as to execute first and report later.

"Okay, then I'll go ask those comrades who are planning to join the crew to see if they can raise 30 yuan."

"go Go."

The factory manager closed his eyes and waved his hand.

"boom."

Chen Lin closed the door gently and began to run around the factory.

Finally, after several days of continuous inquiries, he finally settled the loan issue.

As soon as he got the result, Chen Lin called Xu Yuexin to inform him of the result.

“The issue of the supplementary budget has been resolved.”

"The factory borrowed 20 yuan, and the crew members borrowed 30 yuan."

"Let's meet in the afternoon and talk about the TV series."

"So fast."

When Xu Yuexin received the call, he was slightly surprised and said, "The people in your studio are really enthusiastic."

"Of course not. Nowadays, people are making money by starting businesses everywhere. We don't want to just earn a salary."

"Okay, see you this afternoon."

Xu Yuexin nodded and said, "I'll go to Hengguang to find you."

That afternoon, Xu Yuexin came to Chen Lin's office as promised and continued to discuss the arrangements for the TV series filming with him.

Some arrangements had actually already been agreed upon between the two of them, and today they were just being confirmed.

For example, Xu Yuexin registered as an individual business owner and registered under the name of the production department.

For example, Xu Yuexin invested 60% of the capital and enjoyed 70% of the dividends.

In addition, there is the selection of filming locations and opinions on the direction of the plot.

"I suggest that this time Hengdian in Dongyang County, Zhejiang Province, can be chosen as the scheduled filming location."

Xu Yuexin took the initiative to propose.

"Going to Dongyang for filming?"

“Is there a suitable location for the set?”

Chen Lin said with a little confusion.

Dongyang is not far from Shanghai, just over 300 kilometers away.

Chen Lin, who grew up in Shanghai and whose ancestral home is in Zhejiang Province, is not unfamiliar with this place. The problem is that he seems to have never heard of anyone going there to film a TV series.

"There's no venue, but I can build one."

"And don't worry, this money will not be included in the filming cost. It is my personal investment behavior."

"It's mainly because of the book "Da Ming", in which more than half of the plot takes place in Zhejiang Province. Finding a place in the province to shoot will make the humanities and natural environment more appropriate and less likely to be exposed."

Xu Yuexin analyzed in an orderly manner, "Dongyang is not far from Shanghai, and it is very convenient for Hengguang to travel there."

"Is that so... Are you sure you can raise enough money for the venue fee?"

Chen Lin confirmed with Xu Yuexin.

It’s not that Chen Lin underestimated Xu Yuexin, but he felt that as a writer, Xu Yuexin’s ability to pay the full 300 million yuan for the filming costs was already the limit.

Chen Lin didn’t dare to think about using the money to build a completely new venue.

"Money is not a problem, you don't have to worry about me."

Xu Yuexin said casually, "The only thing you need to consider is how to make a good film."

"Well... OK."

Chen Lin was intimidated by Xu Yuexin's demeanor and nodded.

Now that he has said this...

Then money shouldn't be a problem, right?
Chen Lin pondered.

The next few days were very busy for both of them.

Chen Lin was busy setting up a crew and reporting and coordinating various matters with the factory.

Xu Yuexin was busy with individual business registration, affiliation, and remittances.

Especially for the registration of individual businesses, as the private economy has been active in the past two years, many people want to start out on their own, so the queues for industrial and commercial registration are very long.

It took Xu Yuexin some time to get a self-employed business license.

As for the money, Xu Yuexin asked Chen Qiaoqiao to transfer 60 yuan to him, and the remaining 240 million yuan was taken from the account in Hong Kong.

There is also money for venue construction, which is also taken from Hong Kong.

Xu Yuexin initially prepared 80 yuan to build a 1:1 Forbidden City in Hengdian for the filming of palace scenes in "The Ming Dynasty 1566".

By the time everything was done, it was already late spring.

After Xu Yuexin and Chen Lin discussed their respective preparations, they began casting.

The lighting and makeup teams were provided by Hengguang Film and Television, and casting required traveling all over the country.

By the time he ran away, Xu Yuexin was about to graduate.

"Director Chen, I have to go back and get my diploma."

One day, after finalizing the actor for the role of Zhang Juzheng in the play, Xu Yuexin said to Chen Lin.

"Are you still a student?"

"No, please wait for me for a while."

After saying hello to Chen Lin, Xu Yuexin took the train back to Beijing and rushed to his alma mater to attend the graduation ceremony.

On the day of the ceremony, not only did Chen Qiaoqiao come to the school, but his sister-in-law Chen Yixiu and Tianxian's mother also came to congratulate him.

After the grand graduation ceremony, Xu Yuexin put his degree certificate and graduation certificate into his sister-in-law’s leather bag, walked towards the Mercedes-Benz car with them, chatting and laughing, and got in together.

"I'll treat you today, let's have a good meal together."

In the back seat of the Mercedes-Benz, Chen Yixue congratulated Xu Yuexin with a beaming face.

"It's my graduation, I'll treat you."

Xu Yuexin held the steering wheel and asked in high spirits, "What do you want to eat?"

"You decide."

Tianxian's mother said shyly in the back row, "Today is your graduation."

After not seeing each other for a long time, Tianxianma felt that Xu Yuexin had not only grown a little taller, but also... become more handsome!

Every time she communicated with Xu Yuexin, Tianxianma's heart beat fast, and she couldn't help but recall the scenes when the two of them were in love...

"I'll decide. Let's go have hotpot."

"Let's go."

After saying this, Xu Yuexin stepped on the accelerator and walked towards a nearby Sichuan hot pot restaurant.

Soon, the car stopped in front of the hot pot restaurant. The four of them ordered food and started chatting while waiting for it.

"It's been such a long time since we last met, where have you been?"

Tianxianma put down the menu and asked curiously.

She hadn't seen Xu Yuexin for such a long time. When they met again, she was excited but also felt neglected!

However, in front of Chen Qiaoqiao and Chen Yixiu, Tianxian's mother couldn't show it, and she had to show that she was happy about Xu Yuexin's graduation.

"I went to Shanghai and was busy filming a TV series."

"They both know about this."

"TV drama?"

Hearing these three words, Tianxianma's eyes lit up, she thought a lot in her mind, and asked Xu Yuexin many questions about the TV series.

After eating hot pot, sisters Chen Qiaoqiao and Chen Yixiu went back together, and Xu Yuexin sent Tianxianma to Wanshou Temple.

"Since this is a TV series adapted from your work, can you give me a minor role in it?"

On the way, Tianxianma asked Xu Yuexin tentatively, her heart full of longing.

She wants to enter the film and television industry?

When Xu Yuexin heard Tianxianma's request, his eyebrows twitched.

"Why, you don't even want to give me a supporting role?"

Tianxianma asked aggrievedly.

"It's not about whether you are willing or not."

Xu Yuexin shook his head and said, "The main thing is that if you are serious about dancing, it would be good to teach in a college. Entering the film and television industry may not be better than this path."

"what……"

Tianxian's mother was stunned by what Xu Yuexin, who was a few years younger than her, said.

Tianxianma has a dream of becoming a star. In her mind, those national actresses who are well-known to every household are the most glamorous women.

What Xu Yuexin said was somewhat contrary to her ideas and perceptions.

"What, you don't agree?"

New driver Xu Yue held the steering wheel firmly, looked ahead and asked in a calm tone.

"No... I just can't figure it out."

"I think if you give me a chance, I should be able to make a name for myself in the film and television industry."

"Make a name for yourself, and then?"

Xu Yuexin asked in return, "Income will increase, and fame will grow, right?"

"Yeah, as long as we can make one or two good films, it should be like what you said."

"Then you really overestimate the film and television industry and underestimate colleges and universities."

"In the film and television industry, only a very small number of actors can gain both fame and fortune. However, the top scholars and teachers in universities are definitely better than celebrities in terms of their comprehensive social status."

"Take your dance major for example. If you compile a good textbook, your name will be mentioned for 20 to 30 years. On the contrary, even outstanding movie and TV stars usually only have a few years of prime time. Only a few can remain popular forever."

"As for income, the welfare housing allocated by universities, the lecture fees after obtaining professional titles, the fees for reprinting textbooks, and the part-time income from social groups are very considerable."

"What's more, colleges and universities are still in a period of bonus. As long as you can find a formal staffing within three years, your future development will be limitless."

Xu Yuexin listed them slowly and calmly.

Tianxian’s mother was stunned when she heard this: Colleges and universities...are they really as good as he said?

Why do many teachers in the college often complain to her that they can only get a fixed salary?
However, even with many doubts, Tianxianma still decided to listen to Xu Yuexin.

Because in her mind, Xu Yuexin is an extremely outstanding man, and his achievements in all aspects have reached a level that makes her astonished.

You can’t go wrong if you listen to Xu Yuexin.

"I have asked the school about the establishment."

After being convinced, Tianxianma said to Xu Yuexin, "The school means that it will open two new majors next year, and plans to select a group of outstanding teaching assistants to serve as formal lecturers."

"Do you think I have a chance of making it?"

(End of this chapter)