Huayu: Starting from joining the mainstream entertainment industry in 96

Chapter 336, Section 334: Let's Have a Good Time
Outside the car window.

The sporadic sounds of firecrackers continued to resound stubbornly, trying to dispel the last trace of chill of the old year.

The car's heater was on full blast, creating a world apart from the chilly New Year's Eve outside.

The driver was driving, and Wang Sheng and Fan Xiaopang sat quietly in the back seat. Low jazz music filled the car, and neither of them spoke.

A sense of weariness after the hustle and bustle, and the relaxation of being alone with a loved one, permeated the small space.

The car drove into the underground parking garage of the upscale apartment building where Fan Xiaopang lived.

The elevator ascended smoothly, the numbers changing continuously, and finally stopped at her floor.

"Hold on……"

Fan Xiaopang took out his key and opened the door.

The apartment is warm and cozy, unlike Wang Sheng's more austere and functional penthouse. It is filled with a feminine and gentle atmosphere.

Expensive European-style furniture, warm-toned soft furnishings, plush toys everywhere, and a faint, sweet fragrance in the air that belongs to Fan Xiaopang.

Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, the lights of Beijing on New Year's Eve were still dazzling, but had gradually faded away.

"I'm exhausted..." Fan Xiaopang kicked off his high heels, stepped barefoot onto the soft carpet, and let out a long sigh of relief. "I'm going to remove my makeup and take a shower first. My face was covered in layers and layers of makeup, it was so uncomfortable."

As she spoke, she walked straight to the bathroom attached to the bedroom.

Wang Sheng relaxed and sank into the large sofa in the living room, casually picking up a fashion magazine from the coffee table and flipping through it, while the sound of running water gradually came from the bathroom.

After an unknown amount of time, the bathroom door opened, and Fan Xiaopang emerged from the steamy air, wrapped in a white bathrobe. Her face, now free of heavy makeup, was flushed from the heat, and her wet hair was covered with a hair drying cap, revealing her smooth forehead and slender neck. She looked less dazzling and captivating on stage and more gentle and refreshing at home.

"The water's still warm, go wash up," she said to Wang Sheng as she wiped the water droplets off her neck with a towel.

Wang Sheng put down the magazine, got up, and went into the bathroom.

The warm water washes over the body, relieving fatigue and bringing a drowsy, comfortable feeling.

When he came out wrapped in a bath towel, Fan Xiaopang had already dried his hair and was sitting in front of the dressing table applying skincare products.

Her focused profile was reflected in the mirror; under the light, her skin was so smooth that her pores were almost invisible.

The two of them lay down on the large bed that could accommodate three or four people.

The soft mattress instantly enveloped her body, and the bedding was filled with the clean scent of sunshine and the subtle aroma emanating from her, a blend of shower gel and her natural fragrance.

At first, they simply lay side by side, quietly listening to each other's steady breathing.

Then, someone rolled over first, and their arms accidentally touched each other.

Temperature is transferred at the contact point, like a silent boarding signal.

……

The storm subsides.

The air was filled with the languid and ambiguous atmosphere unique to those who have just had a good time.

Like a satisfied cat, Fan Xiaopang curled up in Wang Sheng's arms, his cheek pressed against his sweaty chest, listening to the strong yet gradually calming heartbeat.

After a moment of silence, she raised her head, her fingers unconsciously tracing circles on Wang Sheng's chest, her voice hoarse with a hint of cautious probing:

"Brother, is there a chance for me to act in the movie you made this year?"

Wang Sheng's mind was still blank. Upon hearing this, he replied almost subconsciously and somewhat casually, "I haven't decided what movies to shoot this year. I do plan to start a project after the New Year, but it doesn't have a female lead."

He paused for a moment, then said, "Don't worry, we'll arrange other resources for you. The company has no shortage of film and television projects—movies, TV series, there are plenty of opportunities."

This wasn't just a perfunctory remark.

Shengying Media is now thriving, with countless projects starting production every year. As one of the company's top actresses who has proven her market appeal, Fan Xiaopang has no shortage of roles to play.

However, once she reached her position, what she naturally longed for even more was top-tier projects personally overseen by Wang Sheng, targeting theaters and having the potential to break records.

"Oh..." Fan Xiaopang responded softly, his tone not revealing much disappointment, but his circling finger stopped.

Wang Sheng noticed her subtle change in mood and changed the subject: "Not going home for the New Year?" Fan Xiaopang buried her face deeper into his chest and said in a muffled voice: "I told my family. I'm especially busy this year. There's the Spring Festival Gala and a bunch of commercial performances... I can't get away."

She paused, her voice lower, carrying a hint of shyness and stubbornness, "Actually, I didn't take on any commercial performances. I just wanted to spend more time with you."

Upon hearing this, Wang Sheng understood and said nothing.

“After the New Year, the ‘China Film Grand Cinema’ will also be opening in Qingdao.” Wang Sheng remembered something and said, “You and Huang Xiaoming are both from Qingdao. Remember to go back and support your hometown, do some promotion, and build good relationships with the locals. It will benefit you personally.”

"Okay, okay," Fan Xiaopang's tone became lighter, seemingly pleased that Wang Sheng was discussing serious matters with her and treating her as one of his own who could share the burden. "It's my duty to contribute to the development of our hometown!"

She mimicked the official tone, with a touch of coquettishness.

The room fell silent again, but the atmosphere was noticeably more harmonious and warmer than before.

After a while, Wang Sheng felt the body in his arms begin to wriggle restlessly again.

The second battle begins!

……

The next day.

January 24th, the first day of the Lunar New Year.

Sunlight streamed through the gaps in the heavy curtains, casting a narrow strip of light across the carpet.

Wang Sheng was naturally awakened by his biological clock. He glanced at the digital clock by his bedside and saw that it was almost 11 a.m.

Fan Xiaopang was still sleeping soundly beside him, almost clinging to him, breathing evenly and deeply.

He didn't get up immediately, enjoying the lazy morning light.

Only when she felt a little hungry did she gently move Fan Xiaopang's arm away and get out of bed.

His movements seemed to disturb her. Fan Xiaopang mumbled something in his sleep, turned over, and went back to sleep.

……

Finished washing.

I had a quick breakfast.

Wang Sheng held a pen and paper in his hand, pondering which movie to copy this year.

The Lunar New Year film, "Lost in Thailand".

Summer movie season...

There is already a "Shaolin Soccer" game.

Both of the most important release periods have already seen their own films released.

next year……

Zhang Yimou should already be preparing for "Hero" by now, right?
The film "Hero" was not actually driven by Han Sanping; its production funding mainly came from a joint investment between Hong Kong Edko Films Ltd. and Beijing New Picture Film Ltd.

Prior to this, Edko Films had achieved great success with "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon".

Therefore, Edko Films, which wanted to create a sequel to "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," approached Zhang Yimou, an internationally renowned director who wanted to film the story of Jing Ke assassinating the King of Qin.

China Film Group was only a co-distributor, not an investor. After "Hero" proved the model working, Han Sanping seized the opportunity to shout the slogan of creating a new era of domestic blockbusters and to fight for power within China Film Group.

Nowadays, Lao Han no longer needs to go through this stage.

Eastern period drama epic...

New Pictures Film Company...

With this in mind, Wang Sheng had an idea.

First, kill Hero!
(End of this chapter)