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Chapter 193 The Godfather of Erotic Films—Li Hanxiang (Please Subscribe!)
"Xiao Chen, how is your company's financial situation?"

Chen Fusheng was taken aback. He hadn't expected that Liao Gong would leave him alone after the meeting and start with this kind of opening remark.

Of course, he told the truth: "There are still more than 20 million in the company account."

"So your Oriental Company is quite wealthy."

"It's alright." Chen Fusheng then asked, "Does Lord Liao have any instructions?"

"Is such that."

Liao Gong didn't keep them in suspense and went straight to the point: "In response to this national film campaign promoting positive energy, our comrades in Hong Kong have actively cooperated and decided to co-produce two historical films with us in mainland China. The aim is to inspire patriotism and national cohesion, reclaim our right to interpret history, and build cultural confidence. It is also an exploration to deepen the connection between the two places in film..."

When Liao Gong mentioned co-producing two historical films with Hong Kong, Chen Fusheng had already guessed the names of the two movies.

It should be the two films directed by Li Hanxiang, "The Burning of the Yuanmingyuan" and "The Empress Dowager".

In fact, it turned out just as he had guessed.

Next, Liao Gong introduced the two films and their directors to him.

"...The director is Li Hanxiang, who has directed a series of excellent works such as 'The Butterfly Lovers,' 'The Beauty and the City,' 'Xi Shi,' and 'Winter Warmth.' Xiao Chen, you have also gone to Hong Kong many times to promote your films, so you should have heard of this director, right?"

Chen Fusheng nodded: "Master Liao, I have not only heard of him, but I have also seen his films 'The Butterfly Lovers' and 'The Beauty and the City.' He is a great director who is very good at making musical films and palace dramas."

"And erotic films..." Chen Fusheng added in his mind.

"Correct!"

Liao nodded, and then continued:
"Now that we've talked about this, Xiao Chen, you should have guessed why I'm here to see you, right?"

Chen Fusheng nodded: "Mr. Liao hopes that our Oriental Company will take on this collaboration with Director Li Hanxiang, is that right?"

“That’s right. Originally, I wanted your Oriental Company and China Film Group to jointly invest, but China Film Group didn’t have the money. Since your Oriental Company is in good financial condition, then I can only assign this task to you, Xiao Chen, alone. No objections?”

"Of course I have no objections. To be honest, I was just wondering how to spend the money in the company account, so I have to thank Mr. Liao for recommending these two film projects to me," Chen Fusheng said truthfully.

Of course, one of the reasons he agreed so readily was that he knew these two films would not only make money but also have significant historical importance.

Chen Fusheng remembered that there was a co-production film called "The Last Emperor" in that era. It was made by a foreigner and it distorted history and fabricated all sorts of things in the movie. If the higher-ups wanted their Oriental Company to invest in this movie, he would be 100% unwilling, and they would even have to sabotage it.

Of course, Chen Fusheng wouldn't have dared to say that last sentence before, but now he truly has the ability to do so.

"Okay, when Director Li Hanxiang comes to Beijing, I'll have them come directly to you. You can discuss the specifics of the collaboration yourselves."

At this point, Liao added, "Both of these films are key projects registered with the state. If you need any support, just let us know. As long as it's within our capabilities, the state will do its best to meet your needs."

What other conditions are needed? Simply opening the Forbidden City.

Chen Fusheng had already thought of everything for Li Hanxiang.

Of course, he certainly won't say it now, and there's no need for him to make this request.

"Okay, Mr. Liao, please rest assured that even if Director Li quits, our Oriental Company can guarantee that we will make these two movies."

"Haha, I wouldn't believe it if other people said that, but coming from you, Xiao Chen, I have no doubt at all."

Chen Fusheng was somewhat flattered and said, "Thank you for your trust, Mr. Liao. Of course, I still hope that Director Li can finish filming the movie smoothly."

"Okay, then I wish you a pleasant cooperation in advance."

After saying that, Liao Gong extended his hand and shook hands with Chen Fusheng again.

However, as if remembering something, he added:
"Oh right, I remember that song you wrote also fits today's theme quite well, what was it called again?"

"I Believe"

"Yes, yes, I heard that there are those song videos from overseas, you know, called V or something? You can check that out too."

"A music video?" "I think that's the name." Liao Gong paused for a moment, then added, "Of course, this is just a small suggestion. If it's too much trouble, then forget it. After all, Xiao Chen and your main task is still to focus on the movie."

"It's not that troublesome."

Chen Fusheng thought for a moment. It seemed that China didn't have its first music video at this time. If he made one, he would be the pioneer. Just for that title, he felt it was worth a try.

Besides, since Liao Gong had already urged him twice, he couldn't very well refuse again.

So I agreed to give it a try.

"That's right. As long as it doesn't interfere with your normal work, Xiao Chen, just go for it. Don't be afraid of making mistakes. If you can't get it right the first time, just try again. Your youth is your greatest asset. Back when we were young, we were involved in the revolution..."

As they talked, Liao Gong's thoughts wandered, and he began to tell Chen Fusheng some revolutionary stories from his youth.

This scene was captured by a photographer nearby and became the newspaper photo for the last article in the People's Daily the following day.

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Hong Kong.

Li Hanxiang returned home excitedly and found his daughter, Li Dianming, there too. He wanted to share the good news with her, but she gave him a 'surprise' first.

"Dad, let me introduce you. This is my boyfriend, Liang Jiahui."

"Hello, uncle."

"Uh... hello hello."

Li Hanxiang glared at his daughter with a hint of helplessness before taking a closer look at the boyfriend she had brought home.

He appears to be over 1.75 meters tall, with a square face, prominent bone structure, and upright posture, giving off a steady and dignified impression...

Seeing his father staring at his boyfriend with the look of someone appraising an actor, Li Dianming knew he was at it again. She stepped in front of the two of them and said, "Dad, let me reiterate, Jia Hui is my boyfriend, not your actor."

Originally, Li Hanxiang hadn't thought about it that way, but after his daughter's "reminder," he actually felt that the young boyfriend his daughter brought back was quite suitable for the role of Emperor Xianfeng, the male lead in "The Burning of the Yuanmingyuan."

So he pushed aside his daughter who was blocking the way and continued looking at Liang Jia Hui, saying, "Ah Hui, right?"

"Yes uncle."

What kind of work do you do?

"I run a small magazine and also do some modeling work on the side."

Do you like acting?

"Uh, Uncle, what do you mean by that?"

"Just tell me if you like it or not."

Li Dianming guessed her father's thoughts and quickly spoke up for her boyfriend, "Dad, Jia Hui is an outstanding student from TVB's 10th Acting Training Class. Of course he likes acting. Do you have a role for him?"

Upon hearing his daughter's revelation, a hint of surprise flashed in Li Hanxiang's eyes.

Then he said to Leung Ka-fai, "Why don't you stay at TVB?"

Leung Ka-fai truthfully stated, "Staying would mean signing a long-term contract with TVB, and the base salary would be very low. I didn't want to gamble my youth on whether I could become famous tomorrow, so I left."

"You certainly have guts!"

Li Hanxiang developed a greater appreciation for his daughter's boyfriend, and then, without keeping her in suspense, he went straight to the point: "My daughter is right, your image is quite suitable for a role in my next film. How about it, want to give it a try?"

"What role?" Liang Jiahui tried to suppress his inner desire, but the excitement in his tone betrayed him.

"This character is called the Xianfeng Emperor..."

(End of this chapter)