Huayu: We're asking you to act, and you're playing a superhuman?

Inside a private room at the St. Regis Hotel.

Wang Weili took out his phone and glanced at the time: [14:20].

Ten minutes before the agreed time, the person he was supposed to meet arrived early.

The other person was stylishly dressed, had a trendy hairstyle and a goatee, and was the kind of person who easily left a deep impression, which was quite in line with his entertainment industry background.

When Jiang Sanshi saw that Wang Weili had arrived even earlier than him, he quickly apologized, "Sorry, I was stuck in traffic and was a few minutes late."

"No, that's not true. I just arrived early!"

Wang Weili took off his mask, stood up and extended his hand: "Hello, Wang Weili, you are a celebrity, representing Xinghe Film Studio to attend the project preparation meeting for 'Gu Jian Qi Tan'."

Xinghe Film and Television Media Company is Wang Weili's personal film and television studio.

In the past two weeks, besides studying the portrayal of Chu Zihang and meeting with the screenwriting team to discuss the script of "Gu Jian Qi Tan", he has also been handling company registration matters.

The first draft of the script has been written, and before it can be submitted for review, the production company for the TV series needs to be determined.

This is also the reason why Wang Weili arranged to meet with Jiang Sanshi today.

Looking at Wang Weili, who had an elegant demeanor and a serious expression, Jiang Sanshi also put away his polite smile and gently shook his hand.

"Hello, Jiang Sanshi, Vice President of H&R Century Pictures, representing H&R Century Pictures Media Company to attend the project preparation meeting for 'Gu Jian Qi Tan'."

Jiang Sanshi and Wang Weili shook hands, thus formally acquainting themselves and getting into today's topic.

Wang Weili cut to the chase: "President Jiang, if we start pushing forward with the 'Gu Jian Qi Tan' project now, when is the earliest we can begin filming?"

"Including script review and pre-production preparations, it should take at least until October, right?"

Jiang Sanshi estimated the time, and looked troubled.

Wang Weili asked, "Has the director for the TV series been decided?"

"This... is currently being contacted."

Jiang Sanshi glanced at Wang Weili, his expression somewhat meaningful.

Wang Weili was somewhat puzzled by his gaze: "What does the director you chose have to do with me?"

"There is some connection."

"Um?"

That's right.

Jiang Sanshi crossed his legs, adjusted his posture, and leaned his body on the table towards Wang Weili.

"Currently, most of the teams in China capable of producing fantasy dramas are with Sugarman Films. Our company is in communication with several of their directors..."

"Poaching people."

Wang Weili spoke frankly, and in his heart, he held Jiang Sanshi in higher regard for his directness.

Jiang Sanshi's expression fell: "It's not poaching, we're all in the same circle, how can you call it poaching! This is..."

"The objective flow of talent?" Wang Weili added quietly.

"Yes! That's the word!"

Jiang Sanshi slapped his thigh, looking at Wang Weili with approval and excitement: "No wonder you're a graduate of a prestigious university, your level of education is truly exceptional."

"hehe."

Wang Weili gave a perfunctory reply, but he didn't feel pleased at all.

"Mr. Jiang, may I ask if you've contacted all the directors at Sugarman?"

"If someone else asked, I might have some reservations, but it doesn't matter to you!"

Jiang Sanshi winked at Wang Weili, the meaning of which was self-evident.

"Among the directors who have collaborated with Sugarman, apart from Li Guoli, the others only have a content collaboration relationship and do not hold any shares in Sugarman. This time, we proactively contacted three directors: Lin Yufen, Liang Shengquan, and Huang Junwen."

"They were all assistant directors for 'Chinese Paladin 3'."

Wang Weili glanced at Jiang Sanshi, seemingly understanding Huanrui's plan.

Jiang Sanshi disagreed: "If we're going to make a fantasy drama, we definitely have to pay homage to our predecessors!"

"That's true... So, did the three directors agree?"

"Directors Liang and Huang have said they'll consider it, but Director Lin hasn't given a reply yet. However, having the first two should be enough."

Wang Weili nodded, showing no discomfort with Huanrui's poaching of Tangren's talent.

"If the behind-the-scenes team is fine, what about the actors?"

"You're the male lead, of course!"

Jiang Sanshi answered with unusual decisiveness, without any hesitation.

After all, Wang Weili holds the film and television adaptation rights to "Gu Jian Qi Tan" and is one of the investors. It's impossible to replace him with anyone else in the role.

Having established this foundation for cooperation, Jiang Sanshi then moved closer to Wang Weili.

Wang Weili stiffened, thinking to himself, "Why does this guy always like to get so close when discussing things? There's clearly no one else in the private room."

Jiang Sanshi was probably used to it, and when he got closer, he lowered his voice as well.

"Regarding the female lead, our company's idea is to have Yang Mi play the role. We have worked with our company many times and we are familiar with each other. Her personal studio is also affiliated with our company. If you are interested, you can also register your studio with us."

Jiang Sanshi glanced at Wang Weili and thought to himself, if it weren't for the fact that you hold the film and television adaptation rights and have the popularity of "Xuan-Yuan Sword" as a foundation, we wouldn't have used you to play the male lead.

Wang Weili doesn't really care who plays the female lead.

Thanks to the drama "Palace", Yang Mi's popularity in television dramas is indeed unmatched. In addition, she is also a "returning member" of "Swords of Legends".

"I'll pass on the affiliation, I have no objection to the female lead, but for the second female lead, can I recommend someone?"

Wang Weili looked up at Jiang Sanshi and, without changing his expression, added a slight requirement to the cooperation between the two parties.

Jiang Sanshi frowned, looking troubled: "We actually wanted to use one of our own artists for the second female lead, but since you've brought it up, it's definitely negotiable. The only question is, who are you recommending?"

As expected of someone so shrewd in the entertainment industry, she expressed both her difficulties and support in one sentence, while also leaving herself room to refuse.

Wang Weili's expression remained unchanged: "Nazar."

"Oh, I understand!"

Jiang Sanshi suddenly realized what was happening and simultaneously distanced himself from Wang Weili.

Having figured out the situation, his smile unconsciously took on a slightly lewd smirk: "Willie! May I call you that?"

"sure."

"If it were someone else, I wouldn't be able to confirm such an important role as the second female lead so easily, but since it's Nazha, then there's definitely no problem! After all, you two have already worked together before, but what about Tangren?"

"I'll handle it."

Hearing Wang Weili say this, Jiang Sanshi didn't say anything more.

After discussing the behind-the-scenes team and main actors, and with other issues being trivial, Wang Weili and Jiang Sanshi proceeded with the dinner.

During the scriptwriting process for "Gu Jian Qi Tan", Wang Weili made some suggestions for modifying the male lead's character, making Baili Tusu's personality closer to Chu Zihang's.

This is done both to facilitate role-playing and to test whether film and television performances can improve the progress of role-playing.

After a series of toasts, Jiang Sanshi repeatedly urged Wang Weili to drink, but Wang Weili remained unfazed and ended up getting himself half-drunk.

"Mr. Jiang, let's call it a day! We'll continue our drinks next time once the project starts filming."

"Wow, with your alcohol tolerance, I can't drink alone. Next time I'll find someone else..."

Jiang Sanshi waved his hand and staggered out of the private room.

Wang Weili watched him leave before calling Li Xue and asking her to come downstairs to pay the bill and drive him home.