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Chapter 252 Lovers Under Heaven

"Grandpa Shao, you've arrived."

That day, Fu Mingxian, who was filming, saw Shaw Yifu arrive and immediately went over to hug his arm: "Did you come to see me?"

"Yes, how is it here?"

"pretty good."

"You seem quite happy."

As he spoke, Shao Yifu noticed that Cao Jian had also stood up, preparing to come over and greet him, so he asked Fu Mingxian, "What do you think of this film?"

"Great! Once this show airs, I'll be famous. I acted really well."

Fu Mingxian looked smug.

She has indeed performed well during this period, portraying the character very well, and Cao Jian has praised her several times.

Therefore, she has actually developed a crush on Cao Jian and wants to have a serious relationship with him.

As for Cao Jian's womanizing ways and numerous lovers, none of that mattered to Fu Mingxian.

Which Hong Kong tycoon doesn't have a few mistresses? It's just a matter of how many.

Moreover, Cao Jian is also a director.

Once I have my own person, I can just drive those women away.

"That's good."

With Fu Mingxian's affirmation, Shao Yifu felt somewhat relieved.

Even if the budget is exceeded, it's acceptable as long as the film is really well made.

But we should still save money where we can.

Therefore, when Cao Jian came up to him, he said, "Director Cao, I heard from the producer that the budget has exceeded the limit by 30%. Can you control it?"

"Grandpa Shao, there's no way to control it; he's already being very frugal."

Before Cao Jian could speak, Fu Mingxian began to speak well of her chosen future boyfriend.

"Oh?"

Shao Yifu immediately looked at the girl.

Are they already in a relationship? Otherwise, why would this usually willful girl say something like that?

This is a good thing.

Cao Jian glanced at Fu Mingxian. He naturally noticed the girl's change, but he was a little curious that this girl was actually speaking up for her.
However, you're too unruly, girl. I don't like people like that.

Therefore, he basically ignored Fu Mingxian's overtures.

When asked by Shaw, he said, "I am indeed very frugal. Because I have been making movies, I sometimes want to use the same standards as in movies for costumes, props, and sets. This way, the effect will be better. I hope Mr. Shaw understands."

When he heard Cao Jian mention making movies, Shaw Yifu also recalled that Cao Jian's "Rumble in the Bronx" set a box office record for Hong Kong films.

But he still said, "We should save as much as we can."

After saying that, he suddenly remembered something and asked, "Is the theme song finished?"

"It's written."

Cao Jian nodded: "I plan to record the song in the next couple of days, and then I'll go to the company to let Mr. Shao hear it."

"I want to listen too."

Fu Mingxian interrupted again.

Shao Yifu playfully flicked Fu Mingxian's nose: "You're indispensable, girl, no matter where you are."

He thought the girl just wanted to spend time with Cao Jian, which made him even more certain that the two were in love. He planned to reveal his intention to take Cao Jian as his godson when he listened to the theme song, if the song was well-written.

If Cao Jian becomes my godson, he might be able to save some money when he acts in movies in the future.

There are three more films scheduled for this year and next. If they all have this kind of production cost, Shaw Brothers will feel a bit of a pain.

That evening, Cao Jian approached Wang Fei, planning to record the theme song for "The Return of the Condor Heroes" in the next few days.

"Honey, this song is hard to sing."

In the study, Wang Fei massaged Cao Jian's shoulders while reading the songs her boyfriend had written.

After watching for a while, I felt that my man was really amazing to be able to write such a song, especially the lyrics, which were very beautiful.

My man, apart from being a womanizer, is practically perfect.

However, judging from the melody, it's not something the average person can sing.

"It's not easy to sing."

Whether it's the Mandarin version of "Lovers in the World" or the Cantonese version of "Mythical Love Stories," both are quite difficult to sing.

If we were to rank pop music by difficulty, with a maximum of ten levels, then "Lovers in the World" would definitely be at level nine, or even level ten.

As Cao Jian spoke, he turned around and grabbed Wang Fei's hand: "Let's try singing it tomorrow. Actually, I really want to sing this theme song with you. We'd be the legendary couple in the music industry."

"I would rather be Guo Jing or Huang Rong with you."

"I'm not as devoted as Guo Jing."

Although Cao Jian has played Guo Jing, he dares not compare himself to Guo Jing.

If "Lovers in the World" is too difficult, there's always "Return to Where You Belong." In comparison, the theme song of the mainland version of "Return to Where You Belong" was much easier to sing and more catchy.

It's unclear how Wang Fei will sing this Cantonese song. If he doesn't do it well, he plans to invite the famous singer Jenny Tseng to perform the song with him.

A few days later, at the recording studio.

"This time, I've truly decided to leave, to escape the sorrow I've long failed to understand."

Wang Fei's voice is ethereal and melodious, and singing "Return" is a piece of cake for her.

Ah~~ I'll hold onto that fleeting moment, so it can bloom forever for you.

The duet was a perfect match, with one singer's voice delicate and the other's voice full. Cao Jian believes that his version with Wang Fei is definitely better than the original.

But after recording it once, Wang Fei said, "The artistic conception of this song is not as good as 'Mythical Love Story' and 'Lovers in the World'."

"I think so."

Cao Jian cannot admit this either.

One is Lin Xi's lyrics, and the other is Xiao Ke's lyrics; there is indeed a difference.

"How about we try 'Lovers in the World'?"

The title of the song "Return" hints at Yang Guo and Xiaolongnu's future secluded life, while "Lovers in the World" suggests that the two will eventually become a couple.

If he can sing it well, Cao Jian would prefer to use "Lovers in the World" as the theme song for the Mandarin version.

To better interpret the song, the two prepared for three days, going over the lyrics, rehearsing, adjusting the pitch, and studying the rhythm. Whenever Cao Jian returned from the film set, he would spend time with Wang Fei.

This process was something Wang Fei thoroughly enjoyed.

Just as Cao Jian said, the two really were a legendary couple.

During this process, Cao Jian's musical literacy was further enhanced.

Three days later, during the recording, although Cao Jian was not very satisfied with the first two takes, after adjustments, the third take made the recording staff feel as if they were listening to celestial music.

"Ahhh."

The two voices, like two birds in flight, intertwined, floating and soaring in the air.

Who understands all the flavors?

"Love is like a rose that has already bloomed when the world was just beginning, in a state of blissful ignorance."

"Love is about traversing the vast ocean and longing through the autumn waters, simply because those who have loved do not say they regret it."

"Love is a cycle that repeats itself again and again throughout life, no matter where you are in the southeast or the northwest."

Love is a series of rights and wrongs, bit by bit.

"To teach lovers that they can no longer say goodbye."

After they finished singing that line, they couldn't help but hug each other.

This performance can only be described as perfect, and the two voices complemented each other so well that they even moved Wang Fei.

This is the ideal life she wants, the state she yearns for most.

A man writes songs, and you sing them together; it's a harmonious union, what more could a husband ask for?

If you love him, you should love him for a lifetime.

With this start, Wang Fei practiced the Cantonese version for a long time, and she also wanted to perform this version with Cao Jian.

In the end, they actually succeeded.

"Perfect!"

A week later, both songs were recorded. After listening to them, Cao Jian smiled and said, "Next year, these two songs will spread throughout the Chinese-speaking world and become timeless classics."

Whether it's a classic or not, I don't care. I just enjoy singing with you.

Cao Jian spent the entire week with her.

Vivian Chow lives nearby and has visited a few times, but seeing the two of them like this, all she can do is envy them.

She sings herself, but now it seems that compared to Wang Fei, the gap is really too big.

Fortunately, she has a slight edge in appearance.

The crew wrapped up early that day, and Cao Jian, carrying the theme song of "The Condor Heroes," prepared to go find Shaw Brothers.

"Why are you finishing work so early today? Where are you going?"

Just as I was about to leave, Fu Mingxian ran over.

"I'm going to TVB headquarters to take care of some business."

Cao Jian had already realized that this girl liked him. Although most men would be happy to be liked by a beautiful woman, Cao Jian was not happy at all.

Fu Mingxian is too willful and jealous; this kind of woman...
Even a beating might not be enough to discipline them, so it's best not to provoke them.

Besides, is she prettier than Wang Zuxian? Or Li Jiaxin?
If she could even refuse Li Jiaxin, then little Fu Mingxian would be no problem at all.

"I'll go as well."

To everyone's surprise, Fu Mingxian boldly grabbed Cao Jian's arm this time: "Are you going to find Grandpa Shao? Don't even think about leaving me behind!"

(End of this chapter)