I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

"Kun, congratulations on starring in Director Cheng's new movie. When are you planning to treat us friends to a meal?" Huang Xiaoming said enviously.

"I'm just playing a supporting role, and a eunuch at that. Congratulate me when I get to play the male lead in Director Cheng's movie. I'll treat you to more than just one meal then, I could treat you to a year's worth of meals," Chen Kun said with a smile.

"I also want to star in Director Cheng's movie, but unfortunately I'm not with Shengli Film Company." Huang Xiaoming shook his head in disappointment. If he had known this would happen, he would have signed with Shengli Film Company instead of Huayi.

Unfortunately, at the time, Shengli Film Company was just a studio. It was impossible for him to ignore Huayi, the number one private film company in mainland China, and instead sign a studio!
He just didn't expect that Shengli Film Company would develop so quickly, surpassing 99% of domestic film and television companies in just over a year.

Aside from having fewer artists, they can't even compete with Huayi Brothers Media in terms of making money.

“Xiaoming, you have a good relationship with Director Cheng. He will definitely look for you if there is a suitable role, unlike me, who still has to go through open auditions,” Chen Kun said.

Huang Xiaoming nodded smugly upon hearing this. Chen Kun was right about that. Although he was signed with Huayi, he and Cheng Sheng did have a good relationship.

As for his failed audition at Shengli Film and Television Company last time, it was mainly because there were no suitable roles. Cheng Sheng later sent him a message asking if he wanted to play the third male lead in "The Legend of Zhao Yun".

If it were the third male lead in the movie "Zheng He's Voyages to the West", Huang Xiaoming would immediately agree.

Huang Xiaoming played the third male lead in the TV series "The Legend of Zhao Yun," and even played a supporting role to Jiao Enjun. Huang Xiaoming still couldn't bring himself to do it, since he was a much higher-profile actor than Jiao Enjun.

Therefore, he declined the role.

"Hey, look who's that beautiful woman?"

Chen Kun suddenly pointed at the woman who had just entered the cinema.

The woman wore a light blue long dress and looked very queen-like.

Although the woman's face wasn't the kind of beauty that immediately wowed you, Chen Kun seemed to be able to sense many stories from her face.

If a woman like that were to act in art films, she could definitely become a queen of art films.

"Zhang Jingchu!"

Huang Xiaoming looked over and blurted out.

"You know her?" Chen Kun asked in surprise.

“Don’t you watch the news? Not long ago, she was photographed by reporters with Director Cheng,” Huang Xiaoming said.

“I have no interest in those rumors. Is this Zhang Jing and Director Cheng on good terms?” Chen Kun shook his head.

Huang Xiaoming looked at his friend and said, "You should pay more attention to things in the entertainment industry in the future. I don't know about the relationship between Zhang Jingchu and Director Cheng, but there is a news from Hong Kong that Zhang Jingchu is the female lead in Director Derek Yee's new film 'Protégé,' and that Director Cheng recommended her to get the role."

"Haha, look, Zhang Jing seems to be walking towards Director Cheng. With her, there are six beauties now. I wonder if this is Director Cheng's good fortune or just good fortune!" Chen Kun said with a laugh.

"Training Ground, Kun, why don't you go up and help out? Director Cheng might even give you a few more lines," Huang Xiaoming said with a smile.

Why aren't you going?

Chen Kun rolled his eyes at Huang Xiaoming, feeling that his friend was setting him up.

"Did I disturb your conversation?"

Zhang Jing walked over to Cheng Sheng and looked at him, who was surrounded by five women, and said something.

Cheng Sheng smiled and said, "No, Zhang Jing, when did you come back from Hong Kong?"

“Brother Sheng, it’s the premiere of your company’s new movie. No matter how busy I am, I will come back to attend the premiere.” Zhang Jing said, ignoring the murderous glares from Yang Mi and the other four women.

When Liu Tianxian heard Zhang Jing call Cheng Sheng "Brother Sheng", she said quietly, "Sister, you're older than Director Cheng, how can you call him Brother Sheng?"

"Little sister, haven't you heard the saying, 'Among three people walking together, there must be one who can teach me'? Therefore, a disciple is not necessarily inferior to his teacher, and a teacher is not necessarily more virtuous than his disciple. I have no problem taking Brother Sheng as my teacher!" Zhang Jing said calmly.

"Slut!" Yang Mi muttered to herself as she looked at Zhang Jing.

Fan Shuangbing looked at Zhang Jingchu, and a red flag immediately flashed in his mind; this person was definitely a formidable enemy. "Director Cheng, can I call you Brother Sheng?" Liu Sisi suddenly asked.

"can."

Cheng Sheng was taken aback for a moment, then nodded.

Upon hearing this, Yang Mi and the others looked at Liu Sisi with great hostility. They never expected that this seemingly harmless and innocent girl would actually try to reap the benefits.

"We want some too."

Yang Mi and Liu Tianxian said.

Tang Yan hesitated. Among so many people, she was the only one who was unfamiliar with Cheng Sheng, and she was too embarrassed to speak up.

"Brother Sheng, why didn't you invite me when you came? I had to look for you everywhere."

At this moment, Da Tiantian walked over unnoticed, pushed aside Yang Mi who was blocking the way, took Cheng Sheng's arm with one hand, and looked at Yang Mi and the others defiantly.

Yang Mi and the others knew about the close relationship between Da Tian Tian and Cheng Sheng.

Although they were unhappy with Jing Tian's behavior, they couldn't say anything. Besides, this was the premiere, not a place for them to fight over a girl.

“Sweetie, I came directly from the company, not the same way as you. If I go back and get on the way, it will delay my trip,” Cheng Sheng said.

"Fine, I'll forgive you this time. By the way, Uncle Lu wants to see you," Da Tiantian said.

"President Lu wants to see me? Do you know why?" Cheng Sheng asked in surprise.

"I don't know." Da Tiantian shook her head.

"Sorry, please make yourselves at home. I'll go see Mr. Lu first."

Cheng Sheng addressed Yang Mi, Zhang Jing, and the others.

"Okay, Sheng-ge."

"Brother Sheng, you can go ahead and get busy."

Yang Mi, Liu Tianxian, Liu Sisi and the others said with a smile.

After breaking free from Da Tiantian's grasp, Cheng Sheng said goodbye to the others and went to find Lu Zheng.

Although the cinema was large, Lu Zheng and several big shots together were quite conspicuous, so Cheng Sheng immediately walked over.

"Third Master Han, General Manager Lu, General Manager Yu, and Little General Manager Wang, I hope I didn't disturb your conversation!" Cheng Sheng said with a smile.

"You've finally arrived, kid. I just saw you surrounded by a bunch of beauties. What, you've finally decided to come see us old folks?"

Third Master Han immediately joked.

"Mr. Han, please don't tease me. In that situation just now, I couldn't have been happier to leave as soon as possible," Cheng Sheng said with a wry smile.

"Director Cheng, you should thank me for helping you out of that predicament," Lu Zheng said.

"Thank you very much, Mr. Lu," Cheng Sheng said solemnly, then asked, "May I ask what brings you here, Mr. Lu?"

Lu Zheng glanced at Han Sanye and the others and said, "It's not just me who's looking for you; President Han and the others are looking for you too."

"Gentlemen, this isn't the place to chat. Let's find a quiet private room to talk."

Cheng Sheng's presence with several industry bigwigs had already attracted attention from those around them, and the frequent glances directed their way made Cheng Sheng feel somewhat uncomfortable. (End of Chapter)