The only sun in Huayu

The interior space of the carriage was as large as Shen Shandeng's heart.

It doesn't feel crowded just because there are two more people; on the contrary, it feels more vibrant.

Jing Tian was wearing a refreshing dress.

It was a light apple green knee-length dress, with a simple A-line design.

A thin belt of the same color cinched her waist, making her already fair skin appear even more radiant.

The skirt is made of cotton fabric with a slightly fluffy feel. The color and cut are clean, exuding an understated elegance.

Her hair fell smoothly over her shoulders, and her face showed no heavy makeup, except for her lips which had a faint sheen.

She looked like a fresh lily covered in morning dew.

Although her figure doesn't have the mature curves of a woman like Yang Mi, she has a well-proportioned frame and long limbs.

The girl's delicate and supple figure, along with her good posture, gives people a very comfortable feeling.

Ma Youde's report was exceptionally clear in the quiet carriage.

As soon as Shen Shandeng hung up the phone, a voice sweeter than honey rang out.

"In my opinion, in terms of box office appeal and reputation, the three directors combined cannot compare to my senior! He is far superior to John Woo."

Sitting in the passenger seat, Da Tiantian frowned slightly, a strange feeling rising in her heart.

Hmm? Could it be Shuangzi too?
Her classmate Shuangzi doesn't usually speak like this in class.

My voice today sounds like someone has grabbed my throat; it makes me feel really uncomfortable.

But thinking about it, it's just human nature.

Shen Shandeng couldn't help but glance at Shuangzi's voice.

It has to be said that Shuangzi's looks are undeniable, especially considering she's only eighteen years old.

She was wearing a pure white short-sleeved shirt, the material of which was slightly thin.

Under the light, the outline of the inner camisole can be vaguely outlined, carrying a touch of girlish allure.

The top two buttons of her shirt were casually undone, revealing her delicate collarbone.

She wore a high-waisted black pleated mini skirt, with the hem positioned just right.

Show off her straight and slender legs to the fullest extent.

Her outfit had a strong campus vibe, and when worn by her, it created a striking contrast with her pure, almost white face.

Da Mimi took in Shen Shandeng's gaze as he looked Shuangzi up and down, and let out a barely audible snort.

She's pretending to be innocent, but she has ulterior motives!

The atmosphere in the carriage was a bit strange.

Da Mimi's lips curled into a half-smile: "Oh, Director Shen, look, your junior schoolmate really admires you."

She emphasized the words "junior schoolgirl".

Before Shen Shandeng could even speak, Shuangzi showed no awareness of the need to restrain himself in front of his girlfriend.

Instead, she was eager to try it out, and innocently said to Yang Mi, "Yes, we 90s kids like movies like this one, it's good-looking and handsome! Unlike some of those old-fashioned things."

Her words, seemingly a response to admiration, actually highlighted her age advantage.

Unwittingly, both Yang Mi and Tian Tian were categorized as "not born in the 90s".

An invisible tension instantly filled the small carriage.

Da Mimi felt as if something had gently pierced her heart, leaving a dull ache.

Although I had expected it, and even had a vague feeling about it, no one had ever been as blatant as the little girl in front of me.

Da Tian Tian also felt awkward about being dragged into this for no reason.

Shen Shandeng took it all in and thoroughly enjoyed himself. He was surrounded by beautiful women!

It's really good.

However, while they could have fun in private, with Yang Mi still around, they couldn't be too open about it.

Although it's exciting, he has his limits.

He coughed lightly and waved his hand, saying, "Youde's words and Xiaoshuang's words are both too much."

"The media loves to praise the good and criticize the bad. Red Cliff has only been released for a few days, so it's normal for its reputation to fluctuate. Director Wu is, after all, a senior figure with international influence."

"To be fair, the three directors each have their own strengths and have all worked their way up over many years."

"Director Zhang Yimou has won awards at the three major international film awards, which are genuine artistic achievements. In 02, he transitioned to commercial films with 'Hero,' which can be said to have ushered in the era of Chinese blockbusters."

"He set many box office records in mainland China; this is the credit of a pioneer."

"Director Feng has also worked his way up step by step over many years. After 'The Dream Factory' in 97, he dominated the New Year's film season every year, always ranking first or second at the box office. His grasp of the market is unparalleled."

"Director Chen Kaige's reputation was damaged by 'The Promise,' but no one can deny his past glory. 'Farewell My Concubine' is a masterpiece that will be recorded in film history."

Shuangzi said, "That was all in the past. Now, senior is the most powerful."

Okay, Shen Shandeng thinks Shuangzi is right!

The entrance to a well-known restaurant near the school.

The car came to a smooth stop.

Shen Shandeng had already asked his assistant to reserve a private room. Since the school was on holiday, there weren't many people.

After we sat down and ordered, the conversation naturally returned to the currently controversial film, *Red Cliff Part 1*.

All three girls are from performing arts backgrounds, and their criticisms are particularly incisive.

From the flat characterization of Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang to those ridiculous lines that make people both laugh and cry.

"A little knowledgeable", "Mengmeng, stand up", "A woman has a responsibility" - these are just some of the controversial phrases that have been used to make fun of them.

Laughter occasionally erupted from the private room.

As they talked, the conversation drifted to gossip about Kurosawa Chiling.

What about being kept by some big shot in Taiwan for many years, and all sorts of rumors surrounding his development in mainland China?

They described these semi-public secrets within the industry in great detail.

Shen Shandeng just smiled and looked at them.

The three women, who had been somewhat hostile in the car, suddenly found common ground and became unusually warm and friendly once they started gossiping.

Da Tiantian blinked her big eyes, turned timidly to Shen Shandeng, and asked, "Senior, is the entertainment industry really as chaotic as the rumors say?"

Shen Shandeng picked up his teacup, took a sip, nodded first, and then shook his head.

He put down his cup and patiently explained, "Any industry rich in resources and fame is bound to have its share of messy things. The entertainment industry is just under the spotlight, where even the slightest disturbance is magnified."

"Unspoken rules certainly exist, I never deny that. But you have to understand, if casting and hiring for a truly big project is ultimately just about who's willing to go all out, then the project is not far from failure."

"To be honest, this circle is full of temptations. All kinds of temptations, making it hard to guard against them."

At this point, Shen Shandeng sighed sincerely, as he was constantly resisting temptation.

It's not easy!

"So, in the end, it all comes down to how the people in this circle choose and whether they have the willpower to do so."

However, the youngest member, Sawako, has a dark mind that is completely different from her appearance.

She pouted and retorted, "Of course you'd say that, senior. You're a big director now, you're in a high position, you only see the bright side. I think it must be much darker down there, with unspoken rules everywhere."

She stared intently at Shen Shandeng, then blurted out, "But I think, if I'm destined to be subjected to unspoken rules, I'd rather be subjected to them by you, Senior Shen!" (End of Chapter)