Huayu: Nobody understands top celebrities better than me.

In mid-April, the spring breeze blows away the chill of winter.

Lin Yu, dressed in a long-sleeved jacket and jeans, stood in front of a film and television base in Huairou District of Beijing.

He only carried a shoulder bag and no other luggage.

After all, his rented apartment is in Beijing, and it only takes a little over an hour by bus to get home. He can go back and get things whenever he needs them.

"Lin Yu".

As Lin Yu was surveying the film and television base, he saw a middle-aged man calling out to people from a distance.

Hearing that familiar voice, he tilted his head in surprise. As the person approached, he spoke with a hint of astonishment, "Director Guo? Why did you come out to pick me up personally?"

The visitor was Guo Shimin, another director of "The Ferryman".

Guo Shimin strode out of the film and television base and warmly shook hands with Lin Yu: "Manyi is busy over there, and his subordinates don't know you, so I simply came out to pick you up myself. Anyway, they don't need me for the time being."

As he spoke, he led Lin Yu toward the parking lot outside: "The hotel is nearby, but it's in a bit out of the way. Even elderly people who don't stay here might have trouble finding it. Let me take you there to settle your luggage first."

These days, navigation software is still mostly a paid service, and very few people use it.

"I don't have much luggage, so I won't take up your time. Why don't we go inside first and go back together tonight? I can also check out the filming locations later?"

Lin Yu was genuinely curious about this kind of film and television base.

Upon hearing this, Guo Shimin pondered briefly before quickly nodding.

The set they built definitely needs to be kept secret, but Lin Yu is the male lead of this drama, and he will be filming here in the future. There's no reason to keep it a secret from him, let alone anyone else.

With Guo Shimin leading the way, the security guards at the entrance didn't give the two much trouble.

As Lin Yu entered the film and television base, he couldn't help but feel a sense of awe.

This film and television base is indeed incredibly large. Unlike film and television bases that simply have sound stages, this one even has outdoor shooting locations!

The exterior scenes featured antique-style mansions and some strange walls, giving Lin Yu a feeling of time travel.

The two walked through the film and television base, passing several sound stages, and finally pushed open the door to stage number three.

Pushing open the door, Lin Yu saw many staff members wearing work vests wandering around the shed, carrying box after box of snacks and drinks.

As soon as Guo Shimin entered the shed, his entire demeanor changed drastically. His previous amiability vanished, and he instantly transformed into an extremely experienced butler.

Following behind Guo Shimin, Lin Yu received a lot of attention along the way.

Lin Yu didn't care. Isn't the entertainment industry all about being watched?

If he can't stand being looked at like that, then he might as well go home and raise pigs.

"Satisfied, Xiao Lin is here." Guo Shimin led Lin Yu to the entrance of a convenience store that had been set up, but the sign hadn't been put up yet.

Clearly, this should be the most important set in this show: Convenience Store No. 444!

Upon hearing this, Ju Xingmao turned around and saw Lin Yu, his face immediately breaking into a smile: "Brother! You've finally arrived!"

His voice was hoarse, yet it carried a wild and untamed air.

These days, Lin Yu has spent a lot of time chatting with him on QQ.

Therefore, their relationship is naturally much closer!

The other party frequently stole his crops on QQ Farm in the middle of the night, and was bitten by his dog more than once.

"Director Ju." Lin Yu opened his arms and hugged the other person, which was a response to his enthusiasm.

"Why did you come in? Why don't you go back to the hotel and rest first?" Ju Xingmao turned around and chatted with Lin Yu, while Guo Shimin went to direct their work.

Lin Yu waved his hand: "I'm not tired. I might as well go back to the hotel and stay here. Let's check out the venue."

Ju Xingmao nodded: "That's fine. I've arranged a gathering tonight, how about you do me the honor? I'm the lead actor."

Lin Yu waved his hand casually: "Sure, but how's that thing I told you on QQ? Any suitable options?"

Ju Xingmao was taken aback, then quickly nodded as if he remembered something: "Yes, there is a role that would be quite suitable for her as a wealthy heiress from the Republican era."

However, that scene is estimated to be filmed in June. We can only offer a maximum of 5,000 yuan in pay, and the filming will take about seven or eight days.

Lin Yu raised an eyebrow. He had kept Li Xue's complaints about the film crew in mind ever since she complained to him a few days ago.

According to the original plan, it will probably take the other party 15 years to gradually enter the core of the entertainment industry.

Now that he had taken the lead, he was happy to give the other party a hand.

"Alright, then I'll call her over in May or June, and you can test her acting skills."

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That night.

After checking into the hotel, Lin Yu went with Ju Xingmao to a nearby restaurant.

When the two pushed open the door and entered the private room, there were already quite a few people inside.

Sitting at the head of the table was Guo Jingyu, and next to him was his wife, Yue Lina.

Then there was an empty seat on his other side, obviously reserved for Ju Xingmao.

Then next to him was Yu Yi, followed by Xiao Yin, and then there was another empty seat.

Last was Guo Shimin, who stood next to Yue Lina.

"Satisfied! You're late, you'll have to drink three cups as punishment later." Guo Jingyu said cheerfully first.

Yue Lina rolled her eyes at Guo Jingyu: "What punishment? He has to work tomorrow. You got him drunk, are you going to do it yourself?"

"It's alright, Master's wife still has the support of the people, doesn't she?" Ju Xingmao also smiled, his two buck teeth protruding, his face full of kindness.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Ju Xingmao quickly turned to Lin Yu and pulled him closer, saying, "Besides, wasn't I accompanying our lead actor to a hotel room?"

"Xiao Lin, you have quite the taste! Director, you actually eat this?" Yu Yi interjected at the right moment, causing a burst of laughter from everyone.

The air was filled with a cheerful atmosphere.

"Go to hell." Ju Xingmao also laughed and cursed. After the laughter subsided, he pulled Lin Yu and pointed his palm at Guo Jingyu.

"This is my master, Guo Jingyu, who is also our boss. You've met him before, so I won't go into details."

This is my mentor's wife, Yue Lina. She manages the company's talent agency department; she's in charge of all your talent resources.

As he spoke, Ju Xingmao openly winked at Lin Yu, clearly trying to convey a message.

Lin Yu immediately understood and, after a moment's thought, quickly said, "Teacher Yue, I've heard so much about you, I'm a big fan."

Yue Lina smiled brightly, but there was a hint of doubt in her eyes: "Oh? Then tell me, which of my dramas do you watch?"

She's not exactly a famous actress; at most, she has good taste, investing herself in Guo Jingyu, a promising talent.

"There are many, such as the films Guo Jingming directed, 'The General,' and 'Iron Pear Blossom,' which I have also seen."

Lin Yu smiled, but without exception, all the works he mentioned were produced by Guo Jingyu.

Upon hearing these works, Guo Jingyu's lips curled into a slight expression of appreciation.

"You're really flattering our CEO Guo, but it sounds nice to me. Oh, by the way, don't you have an agent yet?" Yue Lina chuckled and teased, then casually inquired about something more serious.

Lin Yu nodded. He wasn't really surprised, since he had signed the contract some time ago.

"What's wrong with you? You're not even going to assign a manager to the artist we just signed?" Yue Lina said, glaring at Guo Jingyu.

Then she turned back to Lin Yu and said, "How about this, I'll go back and find one for you, and I'll send it over in the next couple of days..."

"Okay, thank you very much, President Yue." Hearing Lin Yu's words, Yue Lina couldn't help but smile.

Lin Yu took all of this in stride, smiling without saying a word.