Fooling Huayu for Thirty Years

Chapter 382 Gong Li's dream comes true, but what is her jealousy? "Cellphone" receives no credit!
"I'm a little curious, may I ask a question?"

"Just ask."

"As an international film queen, you shouldn't be short of this award, right? This award doesn't have much influence, so why do you want to win it?"

"Just tell me, do you have the ability or not?"

"Don't you know how capable I am?"

"Hmph! All you do is spout such vulgarities."

"I'm vulgar? Heh... Well, if that applies to you, shouldn't we add the word 'face' to it?"

"You! Humph!"

To be fair, Ma Xun did go a bit too far, but it's not a big deal that the two of them were talking about something private, since no one else was listening.

As an international film queen, Gong Li is clearly on the verge of exploding.

Ma Xun then changed the subject, "Let me guess, is there some kind of standard in Hollywood that requires you to win some awards soon to prove yourself?"

Gong Li was immediately stunned upon hearing this, "You, you always leave no room for compromise!"

That was clearly accurate.

Ma Xun laughed, "There's nothing I can do, because I really can't think of any other reasonable explanation."

That's true. Gong Li is already at that level, and the College Student Film Festival award is still a relatively new award in China. It doesn't carry much weight. Although Han Sanping has been promoting the festival, it is still just a college student film festival.

As an international film queen, Gong Li has no need to compete and fight at this film festival.

Looking at Gong Li's recent moves, her intention to break into Hollywood is quite clear.

Ma Xun knew all too well how discriminatory Hollywood was towards Chinese people; it was truly disgusting in every way.

Ma Xun almost immediately guessed what Gong Li's unusual request meant, so his somewhat excessive words just now were also a dig at her.

Gong Li, realizing she couldn't hide it any longer, could only say, "Hollywood was my dream since I was a teenager, and now that I have the opportunity, I just want to fulfill my dream."

Ma Xun smiled and said, "I believe what you said is true, but a place like Hollywood might not be a good choice."

Actually, Ma Xun left some things unsaid. He was just about to say that Hollywood is great, but it's no longer fair to say it's bad for us Chinese.

Of course, he has always held this view, and this isn't the first time he's said it to Gong Li, so this time he'll just say it briefly.

"Then you can help me."

"How are you sure?"

"Actually, you're not a bad person."

"Haha...is this something I said against my will?"

"Of course not."

Gong Li's attitude has softened a lot now, and she has even brought out her trump card.

a photo.

"How about it?"

"This, this is mine..."

There's a very cute little child in the photo.

Ma Xun didn't even ask about the gender, which made him very happy.

Gong Li immediately retracted her statement, saying, "Anyway, it's mine."

"Okay, it's yours. And the award, no problem either."

They've already shown their child, what can Ma Xun say?

Actually, their conversation was inexplicably interesting.

Moreover, many international film queens nowadays have an air of youthful innocence.

Who wouldn't like such a change?

He Qing, watching from afar, couldn't help but overthink things.

……

"How could that guy surnamed Chen take pictures so quickly?"

"I don't know."

"So, you're saying it's just a trailer coming to the film festival?"

"Very likely."

"Hmph! If he can really finish filming quickly, then I'll consider him someone special."

"He's a great director, but you always look down on him."

"I just don't like him, so what?"

"Okay, you're the boss now, alright?"

"hey-hey……"

"Don't laugh yet. I heard that the Wang brothers are also in talks about 'The Promise'."

"Oh, so that's what happened..."

Gong Li received Ma Xun's promise, said a few more words, and then left.

Ma Xun also returned to Enlight Media.

To be fair, the international film queen did provide some good information.

Ma Xun can be certain that Chen Kaige's "The Promise" has definitely not been filmed yet.

However, judging from Gong Li's words, the film was probably rushed out of production.

There must be investors in this film, which means that with more money, filming will be faster.

Actually, sometimes making movies is quite similar to real estate.

Putting aside the fact that making a movie requires building a palace or something, the investment and subcontracting aspects are really quite similar.

The special effects for the 523 "Fengshen 2" were the result of multiple layers of subcontracting.

Therefore, the production speed of a movie.

It can be fast, absolutely fast.

But if things slow down, like Chen Kaige, who only makes one film every few years.

And now it's possible that the Wang brothers are also involved with this guy.

Hehe... Of course Ma Xun isn't afraid.

If "Warriors of Heaven and Earth" can compete with "The Promise", it will definitely be a major boost for "Warriors of Heaven and Earth"!

Forget it, Ma Xun has plenty of strategies in place to deal with Chen Kaige, no matter what he's really like.

The key question is, how much strength do the Wang brothers still have?

Based on intelligence from all sides...that's right!
Ma Xun finally realized that Zhou Zhengyi must be very eccentric.

These changes may be related to him.

However, he currently lacks sufficient information to confirm this.

Just then, there was a knock on the office door.

"Boss, it's me."

"come in."

He Qing, dressed in a standard OL (office lady) suit and wearing a pair of gold-rimmed glasses, walked gracefully towards them.

He was also carrying several documents with him.

"It's already late, let's save these documents for tomorrow."

Listen to these words, this secretary is indeed very considerate.

Ma Xun smiled at her, "Since it's so late, why don't you go home?"

Indeed, outside the window, the lights of Beijing were already on.

Ma Xun did not have the habit of forcing employees to work overtime; he had already let Wang Changdian and the others leave.

However, he has some things to think about.

The current situation is indeed very favorable, but the opponent will definitely cause trouble again.

The next focus will definitely be on the summer movie season after the film festival, and the Lunar New Year movie season at the end of this year.

These two release dates will definitely be filled with competition, but the key point is...

If the summer movie season doesn't go well, then the Lunar New Year movie season will definitely not go well either.

Ma Xun is under a lot of pressure.

And then He Qing appeared...

"If you don't go back, how can I go back?"

Upon hearing He Qing's words, Ma Xun readily pulled her into his arms.

"Did Gong Li's appearance today make you jealous?"

Ma Xun's question was truly sharp.

He Qing, however, said with a slightly dimmed gaze, "Jealous? What right do I have? How can I compare to her?" This was clearly jealousy.

Ma Xun naturally understood, so he hooked her chin and said, "You and she each have their own merits."

These words... He Qing was very surprised.

"Could it be that you..."

"Much earlier than you."

"This……"

"What? Is there something you don't believe?"

"This, this is certainly not it, but it is..."

He Qing was truly taken aback.

Surprisingly, Ma Xun has even dated an international film star like Gong Li.

Even earlier, it's simply astonishing.

However, upon further reflection, He Qing's spirits lifted.

"So what are the advantages of each?"

Her question made Ma Xun burst into laughter.

"She has longer legs and a better figure."

"They're that much worse off?"

"You are much more delicate than her, which makes you more lovable."

He Qing's face lit up with a smile upon hearing this.

"You~"

After saying that, she took the initiative to kiss him.

A series of light kisses, like raindrops.

Ma Xun was furious and simply placed He Qing on his desk.

Just as the two were tearing at their clothes, the phone rang.

He Qing immediately stopped, but Ma Xun continued answering the phone with one hand while the other remained still.

It's Cai Yi Nong.

"Hello, boss."

"Mr. Cai, what's going on?"

"Boss, please don't call me General Manager Cai anymore. I have some important information to report to you this time."

"Okay, tell me."

"That one next to you..."

"no problem."

"Well, then I'll say it. I recently heard some news that Zhou Zhengyi spearheaded a major investment in a Taiwanese film called 'Silk'."

"Oh, this... Very good. If you have any sources, then keep an eye on it."

"clear."

"Don't worry, I will definitely not treat you unfairly."

"Thank you, boss. Have a great time."

The call ended, but it was clear from Cai Yinong's words that she had heard many details.

He Qing blushed even more, as she was very close to Ma Xun and could hear him very clearly.

Ma Xun laughed and said, "I'm in a good mood today, so I'll reward you properly!"

After saying that, he lifted Secretary He Qing's legs up.

He Qing was infinitely shy and delicate, yet she could not deny it.

She was just wondering why Ma Xun had changed so suddenly.
He Qing, of course, had no idea that the huge landmine Ma Xun had planted earlier had been swallowed up by the Wang brothers and Zhou Zhengyi.

……

July is here.

The shadow of SAS is finally about to pass.

With the whole nation united as one, we are finally about to win this battle.

As a result, many aspects need to be restarted.

The Beijing College Student Film Festival held its closing ceremony, which also served as the awards ceremony, on a lawn at a university.
"This is a special awards ceremony..."

The six sets of latitude and longitude gave a very special opening speech.

The award ceremony was also broadcast to countless households via the internet and television.

Many people are watching this awards ceremony closely.

University students are definitely the main force.

But there were still some people who had been waiting in front of the television for a long time.

The Wang brothers pulled a lot of strings this time.

Nothing said.

The movie "Cellphone" deserves an award.

Moreover, they also promised Nahosyan.

At least I'll let you win an award.

Their determination to win this time was meant to show others.

Xiao Cui told us... but it was no use!
Wang Jinghua's departure... was useless!
We, Huayi, will stand strong and unyielding!
But even after the awards ceremony began, numerous movie trailers were shown interspersed throughout...

Wait a moment?
What about our "Cellphone"?

It wasn't mentioned.

But there should be a prize!

until……

"Most Popular Actress... Gong Li! 'Zhou Yu's Train'!"

The Wang brothers were dumbfounded.

Because this award was the one they had previously promised to Huo Siyan…

She's supposed to be the female lead in this version of "Cellphone," but this is the result. How are the Wang brothers supposed to explain this?
"There are more! There should be more!"

"Yes! We can't panic!"

The two brothers still had some expectations.

Surely their "Cellphone" project can't go completely unsuccessful?

This is unreasonable!

But then, something unreasonable happened.

Awards are being announced one by one, and even several trailers have been released.

What about Chen Kaige's "The Promise" and Su Zhaobin's "Silk"?

Of course, there are many on Ma Xun's side as well.

"The Terror Live", "Incense", and the upcoming "Infernal Affairs".

Especially "Infernal Affairs".

This movie is currently a huge hit in Hong Kong, and it's also being praised by many people in mainland China.

This time, Ma Xun went all out, with the main creative team of "Infernal Affairs" appearing at the College Student Film Festival!

That's right, Andy Lau, Tony Leung... everyone who could come came.

The most important ones are Andy Lau and Tony Leung; they are currently the most popular among college students.
Such a high-profile event... it's practically like the premiere of "Infernal Affairs" on the mainland!

No need to think twice, the moment this team appears, the internet will explode.

but……

What about "Cellphone"?

Even if the female lead doesn't win the award, what about the male lead?
Ge You is pretty good!

He has always been very popular among university students in Beijing.

but!

This time, the Most Popular Actor award goes to: Uncle Daoming!

The Wang brothers waited until the film festival truly came to a close.

They were both stunned.

"Cell Phone" didn't win a single award!
(End of this chapter)