Fooling Huayu for Thirty Years

Chapter 414 "The Big Diamond"? "Crazy Stone"!

Chapter 414 "The Big Diamond"? "Crazy Stone"!
Hong Kong.

In a luxury mansion on a hillside.

Chung Chor-hung is pushing a stroller and taking a walk.

But there was a tall man beside her, though everyone in Hong Kong knew that her husband was currently bedridden.

"That guy Lin Jianyue is really shameful."

"It can't be that bad, it was just one crazy time."

"That's what they say, but if you get caught, it's obviously embarrassing."

"Hehe... I see."

Ma Xun and Zhong Chuhong spoke lightly, but in reality, Lin Jianyue's crazy antics were anything but ordinary.

I won't say anything about how beautiful she is.

It's perfectly normal for those parties to have prohibited items.

Therefore, if the police show up, something has definitely happened.

Ma Xun was well aware that the Hong Kong police wouldn't do anything to these wealthy people.

He also arranged for the media to be present.

However, from beginning to end...

Are you happy now?

"What does this have to do with me?"

"Okay, okay, it's none of your business."

"Is there some rumor circulating? Then I need to clarify it."

"You're really going too far, wanting both substance and face."

Anyway, no matter what, it has nothing to do with me, Ma Xun.

As for what everyone thinks... Ma Xun isn't afraid of Lin Jianyue.

Think whatever you want.

Now, Ma Xun came to see Cherie Chung, obviously to discuss matters in America.

"You absolutely must listen to me about those two movies."

"Don't worry, I'll definitely guard it well for you. But, are you really that confident?"

"You still don't trust my judgment?"

"Of course I believe you, but... you must really like Anne Hathaway, right?"

"Have I ever liked anyone?"

"She's beautiful, has a great figure, and most importantly, she's incredibly youthful. Who wouldn't like a foreign girl like that?"

"I smell vinegar."

"You!"

Chung Chor-hung was caught and seemed a little embarrassed.

But given their situation, plus the stroller...

It seems like they are a family of three, oh no, four.

Fortunately, not many people saw it.

But there are some things we should ask.

How is Mike's condition?

"Sigh, what more can I say?"

"I mean……"

"What do you mean!"

"I don't mean anything."

"Oh, you're so mean."

Goodness, Ma Xun didn't say anything, but Chung Chor-hung's reaction was really over the top.

Clearly, she still felt somewhat guilty.

Ma Xun wasn't such a lecherous guy, yet he insisted on sleeping with someone else's wife in their own home—in short, Boss Cao's behavior.

Chung Chor-hung, however, seemed to have figured something out.

"By the way, your dark circles are quite prominent."

"Have it?"

"You must be overworking yourself."

Mrs. Zhong's choice of the word "tough" is truly accurate.

Ma Xun didn't want to admit it, but listening to Chung Chuh-hung's words, it seemed that this wealthy lady had other intentions.

"You know, I've accompanied Mike to see quite a few doctors, and I know a few good traditional Chinese medicine practitioners who are knowledgeable in this area..."

"I do not need!"

"what……"

"why are you laughing."

"Men~"

Ma Xun really wanted to execute Mrs. Zhong on the spot after hearing her words, leaving her speechless!

However, this place is indeed not very good.

It's someone else's home.

However, it wouldn't be right not to give her a little punishment as a warning.

So, he simply turned around and around.

The two of them were parallel just now, but now that they've changed, Ma Xun looks like he's looking at a baby in a stroller.

However, he was holding the stroller with one hand, while the other hand was...

"You, you~ don't go so far."

"Are there cameras watching us?"

"Of course not, but, well..."

In fact, Mrs. Zhong's inner self is much wilder than her outward appearance suggests.

However, given the current situation, she still needs to be cautious.

And this use of his hands... made her feel that he wasn't strong enough.

Not to mention, Ma Xun's fingers are much thicker than her own.

So and so...

"Hey, you..."

"Okay, I have other things to do."

Just as Mrs. Zhong was getting into the mood, Ma Xun abruptly turned and left.

This guy is really a bit wicked.

It made Marilyn Monroe from Hong Kong so angry she stomped her feet.

But there was no other way... wait, there is a little trick.

"Those few traditional Chinese medicine practitioners..."

"I told you we didn't need it!"

"It's time to take care of your health."

"No need!"

The last sentence is very powerful.

Is Ma Xun angry?
Chung Chor-hung covered her mouth and laughed.

……

Traditional Chinese medicine...

Anyway, before leaving Hong Kong, Ma Xun still went to take a look.

I didn't bring Bai Xiaohang.

After all, there shouldn't be any danger in seeing a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, right?

It's definitely not because I'm afraid of being embarrassed.

Ma Xun had heard that the old Chinese medicine doctor had a very sharp eye, and bringing a friend along might easily expose some embarrassing things, such as kidney deficiency... cough cough.

No no.

The traditional Chinese medicine doctor from Hong Kong simply said, "You've been working too hard lately. Get plenty of rest and sleep. Sleep more than eight hours a day."

Then they prescribed some medicine.

When I went to get this medicine... I wondered why the guys there were saying it was good for kidney health.

Depend on!
No need, absolutely no need!

That quack doctor...

After thinking it over, Ma Xun realized he was already thirty.

You really should pay attention to your health.

Keep the medicine; we've already spent the money.

Thus, Ma Xun's trip to Hong Kong was quite fruitful.

Back in Beijing, Ma Xun immediately began the promotional campaign for the release of "Kung Fu Hustle".

Although it's only April now, there are still more than three months until the official release at the end of July.

However, this movie is the most important one this year.

Ma Xun had to make the work arrangements properly, no matter what.

Don't assume you have plenty of time.

Depending on the specific circumstances of the release.

Zhang Yimou's "House of Flying Daggers" will have its premiere in early July, on the 2nd.

That's right, the time has now been set.

The 2nd is a Friday. After the premiere, the box office will definitely be a huge hit on Saturday and Sunday.

Actually, there was another plan, which was to hold the premiere on the 1st, because that way, we could enjoy a full three-day weekend.

But obviously, Friday... Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping felt that it was probably not very reliable.

Anyway, since they've made this decision, we have to make corresponding adjustments as well.

Ma Xun should just set the premiere of "Kung Fu" for the 23rd.

It was also a Friday.

That's right, we won't take advantage of that; we're just like our competitors.

Although there will be a 21-day gap between the two films, in terms of release schedule...

It doesn't matter much.

But Ma Xun is certain that people will compare the two films.

No matter how you try to avoid it, you can't escape it.

Even without anyone interfering, those media people would definitely cause trouble for their own bonuses.

So let's just do it this way.

We shouldn't take advantage of them; let them say less.

As for other aspects...

There definitely won't be a large-scale premiere for "Kung Fu Hustle".

Previously, Ma Xun had made an agreement with the Wang brothers and Jiang Zhiqiang that the main creators of "House of Flying Daggers" and "A World Without Thieves" would help with promotion.

We're not worried about them defaulting on their debts.

That was something we agreed upon in front of Han Sanping.

Even if they don't give me, Ma Xun, face, they still have to give Master Han face.

In this way, our costs are much lower in terms of publicity and distribution.

But this is low...

Ma Xun felt that they should ask Xinghui for a publicity fee.

That's to be expected, and the fact that the big stars of those two movies helped with the negotiations is thanks to me, Ma Xun.

The frogs were all there.

They should pay this money!
Ma Xun is quite something; he made a quick buck from his allies before the movie even premiered.

But this is normal procedure.

Business is business.

Even if Ma Xun doesn't want it, they won't remember his kindness.

Therefore, this amount of money must be at least two or three million.

Hey, the movie hasn't even been released yet, and we've already made two or three million.

And others...

Ma Xun is currently considering a marketing and distribution plan for "Kung Fu Hustle".

But someone called him.

He picked it up and saw that it was Ning Hao.

"What's up? Let me tell you first. I plan to release the film 'Incense' before the summer movie season."

Ma Xun first gave Ning Hao some good news.

As it turned out, this guy also gave Ma Xun some good news.

"Oh! My dear boss, you're too kind to me! And besides, I have a new film coming up, don't you want to check it out?"

Ning Hao, having lived in Beijing, even picked up a Beijing accent.

Doesn't Ma Xun sound a bit like An Dehai?

Forget it, I won't correct him.

"What movie? Is it interesting?"

In fact, Ma Xun already had a certain idea in mind at this moment.

"The name hasn't been decided yet, but we've done a rough discussion and the story is closely related to a diamond, so how about calling it 'The Big Diamond'?"

"Big Diamond? What a boring name?"

"Then, what should we call it..."

"Bring me the notebook, I'll take a good look at it for you."

"Okay! I'll be right there!"

The Big Diamond?
If you encounter someone who doesn't know much about filmmaking, you might miss out on this movie.

Ma Xun knew that "The Big Diamond" was actually "Crazy Stone"!
Originally, the story of "Crazy Stone" involved a large diamond.

Yes, later we realized there was something wrong with the diamond, mainly because it didn't fit our setup.

So, they changed it to that jade.

To be honest, those who really know their stuff, like the jade that Ning Hao and his group exchanged...

It's impossible for something to be natural.

It's definitely a top-tier item from the National Treasure Gang!
One set from the Forbidden City, and one set for me!
The things inside the Forbidden City are fake!
I've come here to test you guys!
Yes, Ma Xun also enjoyed watching these short videos about appraising treasures before he traveled through time.

There's definitely something going on.

Which teacher was it... a brand new one!
That's ruthless; it's truly killing someone by destroying their spirit.

And when Ning Hao arrived... sure enough, it was this!

How do you plan to film this story?

Have you seen Guy Ritchie's "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels"?

"No, you..."

"I think that movie has a good narrative technique."

"What if someone criticizes you for plagiarizing others in the future?"

"You can't really argue with that! The stories are completely different!"

Well, what else could Ma Xun say?
"Try to borrow good ideas, and try to make sure others can see them."

"Boss, just wait and see!"

Ning Hao had a big smile on his face, and Ma Xun had an even bigger smile on his face...