Abstract Art Award Winner

Chapter 124 See you tomorrow, bring your own towel

Although the female lead in "Story of Yanxi Palace" is suitable for Oda.

But the male lead role is not suitable for me. After all, I won’t make much money from acting in this drama, and I don’t have the time to shoot it.

"Teacher, I'd like to ask, how do you plan to sell this script? Will you buy it outright or profit from it?"

Although Zhou Le had an idea, he was not the buyer the other party had in mind.

She had already made up her mind before she came. If Tencent didn't want her, she would go to iQiyi. If they didn't want her either, she would ask companies like Noon Sunshine, Huanrui Century, and Dongyang Huanyu.

However, as soon as Zhou Le opened his mouth, Chen Fei became interested.

"Zhou Le? Are you interested in this script?"

Zhou Le nodded: "Well, I think it's quite interesting."

Chen Fei thought about it and realized that Zhou Le was also someone they supported. Although Tencent was also mainly producing content, it was also investing at the same time.

"If you want to do this project, we can give you some investment."

And when I heard over the weekend that Tencent was willing to invest, it made no difference.

"I still want to take the profit-sharing route."

Chen Fei thought about it. Since he wanted to keep Zhou Le, it wouldn't take much effort to offer some advice. "If it's a profit share, then it's 3%. If it's a buyout, I think it's around 800,000. Or if it's a buyout plus profit share, I'd give you 500,000 plus 1%. Of course, if you follow the group, you'll also get a salary. But no matter which one, the copyright will definitely belong to Zhou Le in the end."

Thought about it over the weekend.

The last method is undoubtedly the most appropriate.

After all, this way, you won't lose everything.

The film and television industry is extremely complex, and it is very easy for investors to make sure that you don't make a single cent.

"I think the buyout plus commission is good, but one percent"

"It's quite a bit. If Zhou Le takes on this project, it will definitely be broadcast on our platform. You know the scale of Tencent Video. A 1% commission plus a buyout is already a very sincere price. Besides, this play is relatively simple, so you'll be the only one who can write the script."

Just one person.

It means the only screenwriter.

This is much better than co-screenwriting.

She had also inquired before. Although Mao Ni was also a screenwriter in "Joy of Life", he could only be ranked second, and the first place had to be Wang Jun.

Zhou Le didn't say anything.

Because Chen Fei knows more about this than himself.

"Okay!" Weekend gritted his teeth and agreed.

Then he stood up with his glass in hand and said, "Then I'll toast to Mr. Chen."

Chen Fei smiled and said, "No need. You should toast Zhou Le. He is the one who paid."

"Then I toast to Teacher Zhou."

Zhou Le picked up the wine glass and drank with the other party.

"Then I'll have someone draw up a contract and we can sign it tomorrow."

Zhou Le is a decisive person.

Once you decide to buy it, you won't hesitate too much.

"Teacher Zhou is straightforward."

In fact, Zhou Le is not too worried that the other party will go back on their word. After all, the vice president of Tencent Pictures is present, and what he said has basically been finalized.

She could offend Zhou Le, but she absolutely could not offend Chen Fei.

After drinking, Zhou Le called Su Yingxia on the spot and asked her to draft a contract to purchase the copyright, and then contacted her to transfer 500,000 yuan to Weekend through the company account tomorrow.

Although it was also Su Yingxia’s first time.

But she had already prepared the template for just such an emergency.

After the deal was made at the weekend, knowing that these people had other things to discuss, she paid the bill and left first. Before leaving, she said that if the food or wine were not enough, they could order more and it would be charged to her account.

After the other party left, they started talking about "Joy of Life".

But the main focus was on director Sun Hao, editor Wang Jun and Chen Fei discussing what kind of audience the content of "Joy of Life" should be oriented towards in production, what kind of user groups should be targeted in delivery, what categories of products should be selected for embedded advertising, etc.

The topics are too high-end.

Zhou Le couldn't do anything he wanted to do.

After chatting for a while, we finally talked about casting.

"Alas, that Mao Ni wanted to cast Ariel Lin to play Lin Wan'er, but honestly, Ariel Lin is already so old, almost 40 this year, while Lin Wan'er is only that old. Furthermore, her appearance is too childish."

Zhou Le listened beside him without saying a word.

After all, casting is not my business. It is enough for me to keep my role as the male lead.

Then Sun Hao and others mentioned several names nominated for the leading female role.

But after I said it, others felt it was inappropriate.

Either the temperament doesn't match, or the appearance is not good enough, because she has to be cute, have the demeanor of a mistress, be gentle and generous, and be playful and cute.

This requirement is actually very demanding.

Zhou Le thought about it.

Then I sent a message to Yu Shuxin, Tian Xiwei, and Meng Ziyi on WeChat asking them to quickly send a photo of themselves that meets the above requirements.

As a female artist, she naturally has a lot of photos of various kinds in her mobile phone.

So within five minutes, Zhou Le received the photos that they were most satisfied with on his mobile phone.

They are all ancient costumes.

Zhou Le then showed photos of several of his artists to Sun Hao and others.

"It still feels a little bit boring."

"But I think this one is quite suitable for Ye Ling'er."

Sun Hao was very satisfied looking at the photos of Meng Ziyi.

Zhou Le cheered up. Although Meng Ziyi played the leading female role in "The Untamed", the original novel of "The Untamed" was a BL novel after all, so the position of the leading female role had to be put at the back of the list.

And it is easy to attract bad guys.

Although Ye Ling'er also attracted negative attention in the early stage, her character was able to be highlighted in the later stage. But then Sun Hao asked again: "But I remember she is not from your studio, right?"

Zhou Le nodded: "Not now, but if the role can be played, then yes."

There was an inexplicable look on Sun Hao's face.

"This role is indeed good, but can she perform fighting scenes?"

Zhou Le: "Yes, there are such scenes in The Untamed, but they don't look like professional martial arts actors."

"That's not impossible. As long as you have the basics, you can learn."

Chen Fei thought about it. She also knew Meng Ziyi, who was an actor with a lot of buzz and potential.

But compared to Zhou Le, it is still far behind.

Instead of bringing Meng Ziyi in alone, it is better to make both parties work together. At least Zhou Le is an actor with box office appeal who has been proven by the market.

As long as the God of Medicine comes on the scene, Zhou Le will be able to continue to rise in status.

Anyway, I will be filming for Tencent in the future.

"How about this, as long as you can sign Meng Ziyi, the role of Ye Ling'er will be hers."

Chen Fei said with certainty.

Tencent is one of the top Internet companies in China, and as the vice president of Tencent Pictures, his career will only get higher and higher in the future.

Words naturally carry a lot of weight.

Even if there is no written agreement, the role in a self-produced play can be expressed in just one sentence.

Zhou Le smiled happily, Chen Fei's endorsement was his confidence.

"Okay, Mr. Chen, I'll toast you."

However, Tian Xiwei and Yu Shuxin were not selected.

But after thinking for a while, Zhou Le suddenly thought of someone.

Then he sent another message to Li Xi.

"Sister Ni, could you please send me a photo of yourself in period costume?"

"It's best if she's simple yet elegant, noble, and cute yet ladylike."

At this time, Li Wei was reading the script in the hotel.

Although her role in Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace is very later, she still cherishes every opportunity.

Suddenly received a message from Zhou Le.

For a moment, it was hard to tell whether Zhou Le wanted to see it or something else.

But not long after, she found a photo of herself wearing white clothes and sent it.

"It's just a photo anyway. It doesn't matter even if Zhou Le wants to see it."

At this time, Sun Hao and Wang Jun were still discussing the candidate for the leading female role.

"Mr. Chen, Director Sun, Teacher Wang, why don't you take a look at this?"

Zhou Le clicked on Li Xi's photo.

When Sun Hao saw Li Xi for the first time, he felt that he had a very classical temperament.

At second glance, I felt that the other person was a little cute.

But the next moment, he thought of the other person's frown.

“It seems to have some dignity.”

"This is Li Wei, right? I saw her profile when I was casting. She has a rich resume, but she's mostly played the leading female role in some melodramatic dramas."

Zhou Le explained: "She is an artist of Xinli. She didn't have many good resources before, but she played in "White Deer Plain" a few years ago. Her acting skills are still good, and she is from Kunqu Opera background."

"I know about that. It was a big deal back then, but she does look pretty good. At least judging by her image, her acting range should be much wider than Ariel Lin's. How about this? Schedule an audition with her for me, and then have her come in for a tryout during the unified auditions at the end of the year. I can't guarantee she'll get the role, but for now, this is the most realistic I've seen."

"Okay, Director Sun."

These company executives and directors will not drink too much unless they are dining with people of higher management or the same level.

Especially when there is such a female leader present.

So after dinner that day, they all went back home.

Back to the hotel.

Yu Shuxin was holding today's homework and waiting for Zhou Le to check it.

But Zhou Le has more important things to do now.

"Hey, Sister Ni, I had dinner with the Vice President of Tencent Pictures today and we talked about an IP we're about to develop. I showed them your photos and they thought it was pretty good. If you have time, would you be interested in giving it a try by the end of the year?"

Li Wei: “???”

"I just told you before, you have a role now?"

"It's not 100% certain, but there's a chance. After all, we're still in the project establishment stage and auditions won't start until the end of the year. Apart from my role, the others haven't been finalized yet."

"Wow, thank you, thank you so much!"

"It's okay, just something I mentioned casually, but whether or not you'll be chosen in the end depends on the director."

"So, I'm going to prepare?"

"Get ready. First, read the novel 'Joy of Life'. The leading female character is Lin Wan'er."

"Okay, I'll definitely take a look."

Immediately afterwards, Zhou Le called Meng Ziyi again.

As soon as Meng Ziyi heard about the big IP, he immediately became interested.

"Teacher Zhou, wait for me and I'll go back to see you tomorrow, but are you tired these days?"

"I've been okay these past few days."

"Then I will bring a towel. I also prepared a gift for you, Teacher Zhou. I'm sure you will like it when the time comes."

"Okay, then I'll wait for you in Shanghu."

(End of this chapter)