A Top-Tier Life Begins with Sarcastic Phrases

Chapter 96 generally doesn't consider acting skills.

One is a top-tier star, the other is a near-top-tier star, they're fighting tooth and nail for it!

In terms of star power, I really can't compare to the other person, so the chances of getting this role are really not that high.

But there's nothing I can do!

Gu Yun isn't made of clay; he can actually endure being trampled on like this!

Around 3 p.m., Gu received a call from his mother.

"Son, what's Weibo all about?"

Gu's mother didn't usually use Weibo, but she downloaded it later to cheer on her son. When she saw the trending topics, she was so angry she couldn't eat: "Why are they all criticizing you?"

"It's okay, Mom. It's all fake online. It's just public opinion. It'll be fine in a few days."

Gu Yun didn't tell his mother the specifics.

I can't help much by saying anything, and it only makes my mom worry for nothing.

"Son, if things don't work out, we can come back. Our family can do a good job running our own business."

After calming her mother down, Gu took a shower, changed her clothes, and went to find Wang Hailong.

"Don't be nervous, just treat this like an interview."

On the way to the restaurant, Wang Hailong said.

Gu Yun originally wanted to buy some gifts, but Wang Hailong stopped him.

This is a gathering of friends, and if Gu Yun actually brings a gift, the atmosphere will change.

Moreover, Deng doesn't buy into that.

Gu Yun and Wang Hailong were the first to arrive.

About ten minutes later, Deng Ke and Zhao Qichen arrived together.

On the way here, Wang Hailong had spoken to Gu Yun about it.

The one who is slender, of medium height, wears black-rimmed glasses, and has a scholarly air is Zhao Qichen.

The tall guy next to me, who's about 1.8 meters tall and looks very refined, is Deng Ke.

"Old Wang, you arrived first?"

"Hey, I'm not that much earlier than you thought."

After exchanging pleasantries with them and the atmosphere became a little more lively, Wang Hailong began to introduce Gu Yun.

"This is Xiao Gu, Gu Yun. I told you about him the day before yesterday. He's a very good young man."

Wang Hailong had laid the groundwork beforehand, so neither Zhao Qichen nor Deng Ke were surprised.

Gu Deqi gave a perfunctory self-introduction, but it was just a formality; in reality, people already knew him from Wang Hailong.

"Gu Yun, I know you. I submitted my resume during the interview for [Qingqing's Daily Life]."

Zhao Qichen laughed, saying that he was quite impressed with Gu Yun: "I thought his period costume look was very good, but the male lead had already been cast."

"Hey, Director Zhao, you're really good at promoting me. I'm just alright. It was Brother Wang who gave me a hand back then, which allowed me to audition for your film."

Gu Yun was low-key and humble, and behaved very calmly. He did not rush to show off his abilities, and he also did not forget to thank Wang Hailong.

Wang Hailong was very satisfied; he hadn't misjudged Gu Yun.

"What promotion? It wasn't me who promoted him; Xiao Gu is outstanding on his own."

Wang Hailong laughed and said, "Besides, the variety show I just finished filming, if it weren't for Xiao Gu saving the day several times, it might have really been a disaster."

"Is that so?"

Zhao Qichen and Deng Ke were curious, so they chatted with Wang Hai about those trivial matters.

Throughout the entire process, no one mentioned anything related to the role.

After all the other dishes were served and everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, Deng Ke coughed lightly before getting down to business.

"Qi Lin and Ruo Yun mentioned you this morning and recommended you for this role."

Deng Ke cut to the chase: "Both of them posted pictures of your ancient costume look, and you do look very handsome."

"To be honest, his temperament and everything else are very close to the original character."

"I've seen your acting too. You can be both reserved and unrestrained. Among young people, you're one of the best."

After having dinner with Wang Hailong that day, Deng Ke only knew the name Gu Yun.

This morning, when Guo Qilin and Zhang Ruoyun messaged him, he became curious and went to watch the show that Gu Yun had acted in before.

He watched the supporting characters in Nine Layers of Purple, as well as the clips released from Joy of Life 2.

Deng Ke was very satisfied with both her temperament and acting skills.

"I was initially thinking of testing your acting skills, but after watching this, I realized I didn't need to; it was good enough."

Deng Ke looked at Gu Yun and said, "Gu, we also bear responsibility for you taking the blame."

Gu Yun quickly stood up: "No, no, no, Director, what does this have to do with you?"

"One thing at a time. Stop pretending, kid. You came to me for this role because you're unhappy, aren't you?"

"

Deng Ke waved his hand and laughed, scolding, "You're just like Guo Qilin, very slippery."

Gu Yun smiled sheepishly: "Hey, that's why I said we could get along so well."

"alright."

Deng Ke put down her wine glass, her expression turning serious: "It's like this, whether or not you can have this role is not a decision I can make on my own."

"I'll go back today and ask Lao Liu, but Lao Wang is here too, so I won't hide anything from him."

Deng Ke nodded to Wang Hailong, then looked at Gu Yun: "Your chances of getting this role are slim."

Gu Yun had considered this worst-case scenario, and smiled bitterly: "Actually, I did anticipate it, after all, my status is too low."

"That's roughly the idea."

Deng had seen many people who would immediately turn sour after she said it was impossible, so her impression of Gu Yun improved: "The drama 'Da Feng' only has three official production companies: CCTV, Xinli, and Yuewen. Except for CCTV, the others are all controlled by Tencent."

"There are no other investors. The rumors online about capital interfering in casting are all nonsense."

Once Deng Ke said that, Gu Yun understood.

No wonder Zhang Xincheng only knows how to manipulate public opinion online to put pressure on Wang Hedi.

So, neither of them had any capital involved in this production, so they could only exert their efforts from the sidelines.

"Since it's all controlled by Tencent, I actually have very little power over casting; it mainly depends on what the higher-ups want."

As Deng Ke counted on his fingers, he said, "Xiao Zhan, Zhang Ruoyun, Wang Hedi, and Zhang Xincheng are all top-tier or near-top-tier players."

"Those in power are looking at traffic, exposure, and discussion."

"So, when I get back tonight, I'll talk to Brother Liu about this and put you in that option."

"But whether it works or not—you need to be mentally prepared first."

Gu Yun wasn't stupid; he finally understood by now.

Although I've had a lot more exposure lately, my influence is still far less than that of top-tier or near-top-tier celebrities!

Once you choose that option, the person who actually takes charge probably won't recognize you.

This meal is now over.

After seeing Zhao Qichen and Deng Ke off, Wang Hailong patted Gu Yun on the shoulder and said, "Little brother, don't take this too seriously. You're still young, you'll have plenty of opportunities!"

"Sigh, I understand—thank you, Brother Wang."

After seeing Wang Hailong off, Gu Yun took a taxi home. Thinking about what Deng Ke had said earlier, he felt a surge of irritation.

After going around in circles for so long and putting in so much effort, is it really all for nothing?