Huayu: Starting with living with a girl from Taiwan

Why say "again"?

Because this isn't the first time.

From the very first night Lin Mo moved in, this person came over with the script to discuss acting techniques with him.

They called it rehearsing and discussing the roles.

This situation was naturally noticed by Show Lo, who was also in the same production crew.

What kind of nonsense is this, discussing character interactions? You're a coach for the Thunderbolt Fire Wolf Team, and you have no acting skills whatsoever with Wuji Mo?

Being handsome really does have its privileges!

To be honest, Lin Mo wasn't the kind of saint who was detached from worldly affairs and insisted on erecting some kind of chastity arch.

In the entertainment industry, handsome men and beautiful women spend every day together, their hormones colliding, and a short but pleasant on-set romance is nothing to him as long as both parties are willing and part amicably.

What he dislikes is scheming and entanglement.

The problem with Jiang Yi is that her intentions are too obvious and her actions are completely undisguised.

Even if a man and a woman are alone in a room and do nothing, it's hard to avoid gossip if someone is watching closely.

Lin Mo is not the type to control the big picture from the small one.

So his response was simple—leave the doors wide open.

Last night and tonight, when Jiang Yi came to "discuss the script," Lin Mo's room door was open.

The light from the corridor and the faint sounds of people could be seen coming through.

Sure enough, this trick worked.

Privately, the crew members' opinion of Lin Mo rose even higher:

"Lin Mo is not only handsome and talented, but also so composed and knows how to avoid suspicion. Not bad!"

The next morning, Lin Mo filmed a scene with Jerry Yan.

To put it bluntly, it's about brutally defeating Dongfang Xiang to help the protagonist grow stronger.

Lin Mo felt that playing the role of Wuji Mo was really enjoyable. He tormented the main characters from beginning to end, and was only defeated by them in the last episode.

After filming, Lin Mo greeted the director and then took the crew's car to Comic Productions.

When Lin Mo arrived at Chai Zhiping's office, he found that in addition to Chai Zhiping, Ge Fuhong, the behind-the-scenes bigwig of the Taiwanese entertainment industry, was also there.

"Kobayashi, you're really popular lately, you're doing a great job."

Ge Fuhong smiled faintly at Lin Mo.

Lin Mo also greeted the two with a smile: "Hello, Sister Chai, hello, President Ge."

Angie Chai is also very satisfied with Lin Mo's recent performance.

Comic Productions only arranged for Lin Mo to appear on a variety show; they didn't provide him with any other resources.

but?

Lin Mo not only shone brightly on "Super Star Avenue," but also got involved with Jay Chou, making headlines in the media.

Purely based on individual ability.

After exchanging a few casual words with Lin Mo, Angie Chai brought the conversation back to the main topic:

"Lin Mo, we're confident in your ability to handle the script and music."

"The key now is casting, especially for the female lead, Shen Jiayi. Do you have any ideas or recommendations?"

Just as Lin Mo was about to speak, Chai Zhiping added, her tone carrying a hint of explanation:

"Your girlfriend Zeng Peici is quite a catch, but she's too tall, and her temperament doesn't quite match the pure and innocent school beauty image of Shen Jiayi in the book, with a touch of naivety. You know that."

"However, she could be given a chance to play other female roles in the movie, such as best friends."

Lin Mo smiled upon hearing this, indicating his understanding.

He never intended for Zeng Peici to play a role that was unsuitable for her.

Zeng Peici is indeed more suitable for playing roles that are cold on the outside but warm on the inside or have a distinctive personality.

"Sister Chai's consideration is very thorough, I have no objection."

"Regarding the female lead, I think the most important thing is that she has a student-like quality, youthful and clean, with an infectious smile that can remind people of the feeling of 'You Are the Apple of My Eye'."

"That's what we think too," said Angie Chai.

"So we're planning to hold an open audition, and we can broaden the scope a bit, not just limiting ourselves to established actors, but also to newcomers. If you have time, you can come and watch during the audition and give us some feedback."

"No problem," Lin Mo readily agreed.

Being able to participate in casting can also help in grasping the overall style of the film.

Just as they were finishing their conversation, Angie Chai's assistant knocked and entered:

"Mr. Chai, Mr. Lin, the receptionist downstairs said that a blond young man surnamed Xiao is looking for Mr. Lin Mo, saying that he had an appointment."

"Bring him up," Lin Mo said to his assistant, then turned to Chai Zhiping and Ge Fuhong.

"It's the one I mentioned to Sister Chai before, Jam Hsiao."

Chai Zhiping nodded, indicating that she understood.

Lin Mo had already informed her about signing the promising newcomer Jam Hsiao to her studio, and the standard artist contract template was already prepared and placed on the table.

This is also a good thing for Comic.

A moment later, Jam Hsiao walked in somewhat awkwardly, following his assistant.

Having never been to such a large company before and being somewhat reserved, Jam Hsiao became even more nervous upon entering the office and seeing its grandeur.

He had seen Angie Chai on TV and in the news; he knew she was the big boss of Comic Productions and a powerful businesswoman.

He didn't recognize the other simply dressed middle-aged woman, but just sitting there, she exuded a strong aura.

What puzzled him even more was why Mo Ge seemed to be very familiar with these two big shots.

And it seems like they're discussing things on equal footing?

Lin Mo beckoned Xiao Jingteng to sit down, picked up a pre-prepared contract from the table and handed it to him, "Take a look at this."

Hsiao Ching-teng took the contract and felt a little more at ease.

Mo Ge is indeed reliable; he even prepared the contract.

He is introverted and simple-minded, but he is not stupid.

After receiving calls from those talent agencies, he specifically searched online for a lot of things to note and tips on avoiding pitfalls when signing contracts with new talent.

He sat down and carefully looked through the pages.

First, let's look at the time limit—six years.

Yes, it's much better than those eight- or nine-year indenture contracts mentioned online.

Let's look at the profit-sharing ratio—60/40 (60% for the artist, 40% for the company).

Jam Hsiao's eyes widened. This ratio was incredibly generous for a newcomer like him who had just begun to make a name for himself!

It's commonly said online that newcomers are lucky if they can get a 30/70 split.

A 40/60 split is considered strong company support.

He compared the other parts of the terms with the online guides and found them to be quite reasonable, without any hidden traps or overly strict restrictions.

It seems that Brother Mo really secured some great conditions for him!

A surge of emotion and trust welled up in Xiao Jingteng's heart. He picked up his pen, turned to the last page of the contract, and prepared to sign.

Just as the pen was about to fall, his gaze swept over the company name at the bottom of the signature area of ​​the client's office—

Party A: XXXX Lin Mo Studio

Ok?

Xiao Jingteng's hand paused, his eyes blinked repeatedly, thinking he had misread it, so he flipped back to look at it again.

That's right! The suffix is ​​still "Lin Mo Studio"!

He abruptly raised his head to look at Lin Mo, his face filled with shock and disbelief:

"Wait, wait a minute! Brother Mo... this client... Lin Mo Studio?"

"You...you opened a studio?! Aren't you a player?!"