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Chapter 71 This is my company
"You want to take leave again?"

Wu Qiang stared blankly at Chen Xiu, his face full of embarrassment and speechlessness.

He knew from the beginning that this "old man" would be difficult to deal with, but he didn't expect him to be this difficult.

The crew of "Diamond Lover" has been filming for two and a half months, and Chen Xiu has already taken two days off. Now she has to take another one, which is really a bit difficult.

Remembering that Chen Mingzhang had told him just yesterday that he needed to catch up on the progress, Wu Qiang, after some hesitation, began to try to persuade Chen Xiu.

"Mr. Chen, the filming is nearing its end. In about twenty days, we'll be able to wrap up. How about you take a few days less of your leave?"

"I'm sorry, Lao Wu, I promise this is the last time I'll ask for leave before filming wraps up, I'll only ask for 3 days."

Chen Xiu is not the kind of person who doesn't understand respect. Wu Qiang has always been very polite to him on set, so he naturally tries to understand the difficulties Wu Qiang faces at work.

However, I absolutely must ask for leave this time.

The merger of Didi and Kuaidi was scheduled for February 14th, Valentine's Day. Haha, what a romantic choice!

As the founder of one of the companies, Chen Xiu was obliged to attend the merger.

Seeing Chen Xiu's resolute attitude, Wu Qiang didn't try to persuade her anymore, but glanced uncertainly at Chen Mingzhang not far away.

"I'll talk to Director Chen, but this time, I can't guarantee it will be successful..."

“It’s okay. If it’s really difficult, I can talk to Director Chen myself.”

"No need for that. I still have some influence with Director Chen."

Wu Qiang waved his hand, directly refusing Chen Xiu's "kindness," and his attitude became much more positive.

The person who is used to giving is always more easily moved.

Wu Qiang helped Chen Xiu get leave on the first two occasions, which must have taken a lot of effort from him, and he certainly drank a lot of alcohol with Chen Mingzhang.

If Chen Xiu takes his help for granted and uses the same coercive tactics she employed the first two times to ask for leave a third time, Wu Qiang probably won't have any motivation.

After demonstrating their own strength and power, Chen Xiu's act of showing understanding and respect to Wu Qiang gives Wu Qiang a sense of emotional fulfillment, which motivates him to work harder.

However, Chen Mingzhang also had a temper...

"Another day off? No, Lao Wu, what's this newcomer's background? He's been taking days off every other day, and now you, the director, have to come to me and say, 'Is he a relative of yours?'"

Upon hearing Wu Qiang relay Chen Xiu's request for leave, Chen Mingzhang expressed both dissatisfaction and confusion.

As a seasoned veteran who previously worked in Taiwanese idol dramas and is now making a living in the Chinese entertainment industry, Chen Mingzhang is not a fool who gets angry before understanding the situation.

He knew that Chen Xiu's arrogant request for leave must be backed by something.

But no matter what, you're a newcomer, you can't take leave so frequently, right?

It's worth noting that when Tang Yan went to promote "My Sunshine," she only took three days off, and that was the only time she had taken leave since filming began.

Compared to the female lead, Tang Yan, Chen Xiu's actions were really excessive, which is why Chen Mingzhang was dissatisfied.

Faced with Chen Mingzhang's questioning, Wu Qiang, having gained emotional value, took full advantage of his initiative to find reasons for Chen Xiu.

"Director Chen, everyone has scheduling conflicts! Besides, Chen Xiu has been doing a great job. Every time she comes back from leave, she takes the initiative to work overtime to catch up on the schedule, so it hasn't delayed filming."

"Not delaying filming is an artist's duty! What was the reason he took leave this time?"

"Forehead"

"No reason? Or did you not even ask?"

Seeing Wu Qiang's speechless expression, Chen Mingzhang's dissatisfaction successfully overcame his concerns.

"Alright, stop talking. If he wants to take leave, let him come to me himself. You've used up your quota with me."

"Director Chen, please don't get agitated."

"Am I getting agitated? If he wants to take leave, can't he just come to me directly?"

"The main thing is, if Chen Xiu comes, he'll really give you a reason you can't refuse..."

Wu Qiang curled his lip in a sly anticipation. He already knew he couldn't get Chen Xiu leave from Chen Mingzhang. So, his two words of advice were actually stirring things up, meant to let Chen Mingzhang experience firsthand just how much pressure he felt facing Chen Xiu.

Judging from Chen Mingzhang's stunned and darkened expression, the instigation had been quite effective.

"Can he give me a reason I can't refuse?"

Chen Mingzhang repeated the sentence, and seeing Wu Qiang nod in confirmation, he almost laughed out of anger.

"Then go and call him over! Make him give me a reason I can't refuse. Hmph, does he really think he's the Godfather?"

Wu Qiang smiled without saying a word, then turned and left, pleased with himself for successfully shifting the responsibility upwards.

Soon, Chen Xiu arrived in front of Chen Mingzhang.

Looking at the director's tense face, and recalling what Wu Qiang had just said, Chen Xiu roughly guessed that Chen Mingzhang was angry about the frequent absences.

"Director Chen, you were looking for me?"

"I heard from Director Wu that you wanted to take leave, but you didn't say why, is that right?"

Although he was angry, Chen Mingzhang still presented his case logically and with evidence.

Wu Qiang's repeated efforts to apply for leave for Chen Xiu had led him to suspect that Chen Xiu was a resourceful person with connections, so even if he had to criticize her, he had to make sure that he was in the right.

Seeing that the other party's attitude was relatively calm, Chen Xiu's response was naturally polite as well.

"Yes, I didn't give a reason. Director Wu probably trusted my professionalism and knew I wouldn't take leave without a reason, so he didn't ask."

"Then tell me why!"

Chen Mingzhang pointed at Chen Xiu and said, "Let me hear just how important this is that requires the crew to adjust the filming schedule for you."

This impolite gesture made Chen Xiu raise an eyebrow, but she didn't react. Instead, she calmly explained the reason to Chen Mingzhang.

"Director Chen, I started a company, and on the 14th, it will merge with another company. As the founder, I need to attend the signing ceremony."

What kind of company is it? Is it very big?

Chen Mingzhang's tone was cautious, and his body language became much more polite and proper.

He had already guessed that Chen Xiu had resources, so he didn't doubt the truth of what he said, but he probably couldn't guess the scale either.

Seeing Chen Mingzhang suddenly become honest and docile, Chen Xiu withdrew her pretense of arrogance.

"It's not particularly big, just average."

"It's not a particularly big issue, so you probably don't need to take too much time off, right? Can you take one day off and come back the same day?"

"It's not that small."

"Tsk, could you tell me which company it is?"

Chen Xiu remained silent, but quietly took out her phone, opened an app, and handed it to Chen Mingzhang.

"It's this company."

"Isn't this a ride-hailing app? Where is there a company behind it?"

"This ride-hailing app is my company."

"Oh, I see!... (After a long silence, Chen Mingzhang looked up at Chen Xiu)... What did you just say?"

Chen Xiu pointed to the beeping icon on her phone screen.

"This is my company."

"Beep beep, is this yours?"

"Hmm, beep beep, mine."

(End of this chapter)