HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

As the saying goes: People praise others, and they rise higher!

Zhang Hao naturally wouldn't miss this opportunity to cultivate a good relationship with Xu Lang without spending any money.

"Yes, yes, that's him! Xu Lang's photography skills are truly exceptional!"

Hearing this, Xu Lang gave Zhang Hao a thumbs-up to show his appreciation, then took back his phone and said to Huang Haoran:

"I'm currently taking on jobs to earn some pocket money. How about this: I can grant you permission to use the song 'Always Quiet,' including the singer."

But similarly, could you reserve the cameraman's spot for me too?

"this..."

Huang Haoran was speechless for a moment; this sudden situation was indeed somewhat unexpected.

Moreover, the position of cinematographer on set is not something that can be decided by someone who is in charge of music.

After a moment's hesitation, he said:

"Ms. Xu, I can't make that decision myself. I'll report to the director later, and then we can discuss it further."

"Okay, then I'll wait for your letter!"

Xu Lang said this and hung up the phone without hesitation.

Then, he looked at Zhang Hao opposite him, thought for a moment, and said directly:

"No problem, I can cooperate with your publicity campaign, including providing the promotional images."

"That's great, then how come it's settled?"

As Zhang Hao spoke, he took out a contract and handed it to Xu Lang.

Xu Lang took it and glanced at it. It was a standard labor contract with no hidden traps.

After all, the photographers in the publicity team aren't in any key positions, so they wouldn't do anything underhanded.

Xu Lang readily signed and pressed his fingerprint, then handed it to Zhang Hao.

After checking it over, Zhang Hao said with relief:

"Then I'll inform Qin Feifei and Su Wan and tell them to get ready."

"Okay, go ahead and notify them."

After saying this, Xu Lang got up, bid farewell to Zhang Hao, and left the office.

Just as he stepped out of the administration building, his phone rang again; it was Su Wan.

When she answered the phone, Su Wan's voice was filled with excitement.

"Xu Lang, the production team of 'The Return of the Condor Heroes' just notified me that my audition has been upgraded to a special audition. A special audition is several levels higher than the previous regular audition."

Do you think this means I have a good chance of getting the role of Gongsun Lü'e?

Xu Lang pondered for a moment, then, without hiding anything, said directly:

"I know, this is the result of my discussion with them, but it's not that simple, there will be follow-up actions."

"what?"

Su Wan, who was on the other side, was very surprised when she heard this. What was the result of Xu Lang's talks with them?

What did they talk about?

Su Wan's heart skipped a beat, and she tentatively asked:

"Xu Lang, are you free tonight? I'd like to invite you to dinner."

"Let's skip the meal and go another day."

Xu Lang paused slightly, then said:

"Let's talk more about it after the awards ceremony tomorrow."

"Okay."

Although somewhat disappointed, Su Wan still agreed.

"Alright, I'm not talking to you anymore, I just got another call."

This time, it was Qin Feifei who called Xu Lang.

As soon as the call connected, Qin Feifei's excited voice came through the phone.

"Xu Lang, I received a notification from the production team of 'The Return of the Condor Heroes' that I've been invited to audition, and they also asked me to attend the awards ceremony tomorrow."

"Yes, I know."

Qin Feifei didn't detect any excitement in Xu Lang's voice, so she asked:

"Did you already know?"

"It wasn't long ago. I just finished discussing the plan with them, and that's how this result came about."

"Oh?"

Qin Feifei knew more than Su Wan, and upon hearing this, she pressed for details:

"Is there something else going on here?"

"Don't overthink it, it's a good thing."

Hearing this, Qin Feifei was still a little worried. "Are you still at school? Should I go look for you?"

"What's wrong? Is something the matter?"

As Xu Lang walked towards the dormitory, he asked curiously, after all, the two had just parted ways less than an hour ago.

On the other end of the phone, Qin Feifei hesitated for a moment, as if she had made up her mind.

"Xu Lang, I've made up my mind. I agree to join your studio."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this news, Xu Lang was somewhat pleased.

"You've come to your senses so quickly? Okay, let's be businesslike. We'll meet tomorrow and sign the contract."

"good!"

After hanging up the phone, Xu Lang continued walking towards his dormitory.

Back in the dormitory, before I even entered, I heard a commotion coming from inside.

Xu Lang pushed open the door and went in, finding Jiang Wei and the other two chatting animatedly.

"What's wrong? You seem so happy. Tell me about it."

Upon hearing his question, Jiang Wei and the other two immediately deflated, exchanging glances and falling silent.

"Um?"

Xu Lang was genuinely puzzled. What was going on with these three?

He glanced at the three of them, then walked over to Jiang Wei, nudged him on the shoulder, and asked with a smile:

"Hey Viagra, tell me, what's wrong?"

"Ugh!"

Jiang Wei sighed, looked at Xu Lang, and said:

"Third brother, I told the two of them that you didn't receive a notification from the photography competition organizing committee. Don't pretend nothing happened. I know you're upset."

At this point, he pointed to Mao Jian and Zhang Yanbin and said:

"Come on, let's have a drink with Lao San tonight and cheer him up."

"Um?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Lang immediately understood. Earlier, when Jiang Wei asked him if he had received the notification, he had said he hadn't.

This Jiang Wei must have had the same thought as him back then:

The photography competition has already set up its exhibition, but if I haven't received a notification of winning, then I guess I'm out of luck!

"So these three are just pitying me!"

As Xu Lang was thinking, he saw Mao Jian and Zhang Yanbin also come over, with Mao Jian even putting his arm around his shoulder and saying:

"Brother, don't be sad. Let me tell you, every competition has its shady dealings. It's normal for ordinary people like us not to win any prizes."

"yes!"

Zhang Yanbin also tried to persuade him.

"Third Brother, we've all seen your work. If you ask me, winning a gold medal is no problem at all."

As soon as Zhang Yanbin finished speaking, Jiang Wei glared at him.

"Hey, why are you saying that? You're really bringing up the very thing I don't want to talk about!"

With that, he stood up and put his arm around Xu Lang, "Come on, let's go drink. No one can mention this tonight!"

Xu Lang was turned away by the three men and walked out.

"this..."

Xu Lang wanted to explain the matter, but after thinking about it, he felt that it would be troublesome to explain. He couldn't possibly tell everyone about his experiences with the crew of "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

"Oh well, we'll know the results tomorrow when the awards are presented."

Xu Lang didn't want to think about it anymore and followed the three of them outside. He hadn't drunk with them for several days, so he figured he might as well have a little.

The four of them went to a barbecue restaurant before five o'clock, ordered beer and skewers, and started eating and drinking.

As Xu Lang ate and drank, his text message notification beeped again.

This time, it's Zhu Zhu's:

"Xu Lang, you're famous now! You're all over the front page of entertainment news!"

congratulations!

By the way, Xu Lang, how come I didn't know you could write songs?

Xu Lang, are you free tonight? Let's have dinner together!

Upon seeing the last sentence, Xu Lang recalled the scene of eating abalone with Zhu Zhu a few days ago, and his mind began to wander.

To be honest, he really hadn't had enough to eat.

A beauty is a beauty; she's still very attractive.

Just as I was thinking of replying, "Let's eat together later," the phone rang again.

Looking at the phone number, it was Re Yizha calling.

"Is this also an invitation to eat abalone together?"

With his mind wandering, Xu Lang answered the phone.

As soon as the call connected, a worried and anxious voice came from the other end.

"Xu Lang, Tang Yan is in trouble! You need to help her quickly!"