B-level director

Chapter 44 Salted Fish

It was rare for Brother Qi to get up early, and when he walked to the dining room, his family was having breakfast.

The old lady and the old lady handed millet porridge to her son, looked at his face and said, "Your eyes are blue, did you not sleep well? You are too busy these days, so you can rest at home for a few days."

Brother Qi has been suffering from insomnia for the past few days, so he blinked his astringent eyes: "It's okay, I can eat and sleep, don't worry about it."

"Brother has become a big celebrity recently, even more popular than Dad," sister Chang Lichen interrupted: "This is called a rising career, good thing!"

The old lady glanced at the trophy on the bookshelf, and said jokingly, "I've already won the grand prize, haven't I reached the top yet, what can I do?"

The trophy for "The Most Disappointing Director" is shining brightly on the bookshelf—there is really a trophy in this selection, with the shape of a carp with its belly up, which is lifelike. Brother Qi thought to himself, is this a metaphor for "salted fish"?Salted fish generally cannot turn over, and the usual fate is to be eaten until there are no bones left.

Brother Qi doesn't understand his mother's brain circuit, and he is not a good person or deed worthy of praise. Why should he put it next to his father's serious works?The father was obviously not too forthright: "This award is for burying people, not for the good ones, but for the bad ones, it's not a serious thing."

Brother Qi is even more boring.Chang Lichen immediately protected his brother: "Dad, you are too old-fashioned. There are thousands of bad works. How can it be so easy to win awards if they are so bad? To be recognized is to be recognized, and it is also an achievement. Right bro?"

"Eat an egg and keep your mouth shut," Qi Geer said happily, "If you say that, I will flush this broken prize down the toilet in a while."

He said lovingly to the old lady: "Don't worry about the old man. The market is so bad now, and my son has been working all the time. He doesn't fool around or be lazy and slippery. What's wrong with that?"

The great writer was speechless, so he could only eat the porridge with his mouth pursed and his head bowed.Chang Lichen said with a smile: "Mom is the most advanced thinking. There are many people who know me, and the opportunities are rolling in. One day, Le Qi and Le Qi want to make an award-winning literary film, and there will be financial support. But brother will definitely not I would like to make the kind of film that no one will watch.”

My father mocked: "If you want to shoot, you can make it? The box office is temporary, and only good movies can be passed down and people will remember you."

Brother Qi didn't speak, just slurped his porridge.

Chang Lichen is tired of this topic, his father and his brother are irreconcilable, and talking about creation is like fighting.She thought of another thing she cared more about: "He Le Qi, Brother Tianlu has been having an affair with a female celebrity recently, what's going on?"

Brother Qi choked on a mouthful of porridge, choking uncomfortably.He took a sip of water and said, "How would I know, you can ask him!"

"Hey, you two are... No, you two have such a good relationship, why don't you know?"

Brother Qi stood up, "I'm done eating, you guys eat slowly."

When he reached the bookshelf, he stopped.The complete works of my father are stacked on the bookshelf, the first row is green, the second row is gray, and the third row is black and white... The books reprinted in different periods are neat, magnificent, and overweight.On the bookshelf, there are also invitations for my father to give lectures at the university, photos of winning awards, souvenirs received, and so on.My father is short and bald, and he can't say anything beautiful. His brilliance is all here.

Brother Qi took the "Salted Fish" award and walked back to the room.

When Brother Qi returned to the set, Uncle Hai and Director Ban Wu were already sitting on the sofa drinking tea.Just about to go forward, Cheng Tianlu and Tong Yiru walked in.

Uncle Hai greeted: "Editor-in-Chief, Yiru, it's so early? You two are inseparable from each other, you gods and couples."

Tong Yiru took Cheng Tianlu's arm and smiled coquettishly: "Where is it? The editor-in-chief is very busy, and it is difficult to see him." Cheng Tianlu forced a smile, "Today everyone is really full, and we have made appointments. Did you?" Looking sideways at Brother Qi, he wanted to break free from Tong Yiru with his arms, but she was too close, and it was inevitable that his hand would touch her waist or buttocks, and the scene was even more embarrassing.

Brother Qi: "We made an appointment to chat about movies, aren't you free, why are you here?"

It took Tianlu all the time to realize that Brother Qi had indeed asked him out. He didn't want to take care of the movie, so naturally he refused to come, and then he forgot about it.In the morning, Tong Yiru asked him to be his driver. He thought he could meet Brother Qi by the way, so he agreed to take her to the studio.Brother Qi's question is equivalent to asking him "You came when Tong Yiru called you?" How can this be explained?It simply cannot be washed off.

Uncle Hai hugged Brother Qi's shoulders affectionately, "The couple is at their worst time, why do you care so much?"

Brother Qi sat down next to Uncle Hai.Uncle Hai poured tea and wiped Brother Qi's hands with great hospitality, Ban Wu secretly shook his head and turned his face away.

Brother Qi caught a glimpse of Ban Wu's disdainful gaze, and avoided Uncle Hai uncomfortably, "I don't drink tea, so don't worry, I'll do it myself."

As soon as I moved my butt away, I touched my other thigh.Cheng Tianlu sat next to Brother Qi unceremoniously, and asked affectionately: "I got up so early, I must have not eaten breakfast. Shall I order you takeaway?"

"I ate at home."

"Let's take a few bites in a hurry again. If you don't chew it well, it's not good for your stomach. I haven't seen a lot of weight in two days, and my eyes are out of focus."

Facing Cheng Tianlu's loving eyes, Brother Qi couldn't be happier, and his mind became more and more confused.What does Chengtianlu mean?How can one step on two boats so confidently?He didn't know how to deal with this entangled relationship. When the ostrich escaped for a few weeks, he became more and more depressed.

Tong Yiru sat opposite, smoking a cigarette coldly.Ban Wu was very shocked, but it was difficult to show it, the expression on his face seemed to be holding his urine.A table of people was silent until Zero Zero Nine appeared.

"Even Uncle Hai is here today." Seeing this posture, Ling Lingjiu gave Qi Geer a mocking look, and then changed the topic to the movie: "Everyone is so caring, this movie will definitely be done well .”

"Isn't it?" Uncle Hai said, "We have the great director Banwu in charge, Brother Qi and an experienced team, plus Yiru's reputation. Tianlu and Yiru are friends, which just give us exposure. The two of you spend more time outside, you are a golden boy and a jade girl, it is better than any advertisement."

Tong Yiru picked it up: "Look at what you said, relationship is a private matter between two people, I don't want to be judged by others."

"Yes, cleanliness is the most important thing in a relationship, and if it is mixed with other things, it will change the taste," Ban Wu tactfully shifted the focus, "Actors have more mood swings when they are in love. If they are well guided, it will be very helpful to the performance."

Zero Zero Nine hurriedly answered: "The head teacher is professional! Let's talk about movies. Mr. Tong is constantly making film appointments, and the salary is rising. We will make sure you are satisfied.”

Tong Yiru laughed: "Ninth Brother, why are you so serious? Tianlu, Ninth Brother asked me to be the heroine of your movie, do you think I will sign it or not?"

Cheng Tianlu sighed: "Ten years in the east of the river and ten years in the west of the river, now someone is begging you, asking me what I am doing."

Unexpectedly, Brother Qi said decisively: "The heroine of the film is Xu Mengsi."

The atmosphere froze.Brother Qi said again: "Since I made the first film, I haven't changed the heroine. I'm sorry, if you want to act, you can only get the second place."

Uncle Hai laughed aloud: "Why are you so hot-tempered, kid. Otherwise, double heroines will do. The audience loves to watch two women's dramas."

Ben Wu: "The role arrangement can't be so sloppy, the script is out, whoever is suitable will be the one."

"Let's do this," Uncle Hai's face straightened, "Anyway, the two directors are here, and the two actors are also here. Let's let them play a part. Whether it's gold or glass, you'll know by knocking."

"Knock a fart!" Ling Lingjiu complained silently in her heart.I blame brother Qi for this matter, and that sentence is clearly a public revenge, I just don't want to see Tong Yiru - this is understandable, but it happens that Uncle Hai stirs up the flames, how can this end?His eyes fell on Cheng Tianlu who was silent and like a wooden man.Ling Lingjiu couldn't help stabbing him: "Every time the editor-in-chief comes here, he can just sit and watch the show with peace of mind."

Tianlu only felt that his future was bleak, "Watching a play? Why do I feel like I'm just a tool man, and I'm about to get lunch?"

The studio is like a channel mess, the work in progress has stopped, and the assistant director of lighting, photography, and radio has all re-arranged for the selection of the heroine.Uncle Hai is the only investor in this area, and is also Qi Geer's long-term financial backer. No matter how stupid the proposal is, everyone can only follow him.

Cheng Tianlu hid in the locker room, out of sight and out of mind.The interior is dark as usual, like a secret quiet room in a noisy studio.He relaxed and stared at the wall, only thinking about how to get rid of Tong Yiru.A black shadow slowly approached from the darkness, but he didn't realize it.

"Chief editor," said the black shadow.

Cheng Tianlu almost screamed.Taking a closer look, it was Xu Mengsi again.Cheng Tianlu's heart was beating violently, and the face of the female leader was a little different every time he met, and today was even more strange.

Xu Mengsi touched her face and said with a smile, "Don't stare at me, I just got an injection and the swelling will go away." She walked to the makeup mirror, carefully adjusted the false eyelashes, and took out half of the dentures.Tianlu was dumbfounded all day, remembering Xiao Dongli's evaluation: Which part of her is true?

After picking out her teeth, Xu Mengsi showed her old age, and she looked no younger than Uncle Hai.She looked at her overly full face in the mirror, and carefully modified the nasolabial folds and forehead lines, and even powdered her neck.

Cheng Tianlu felt sore in his heart and couldn't bear to watch.

Xu Mengsi's hoarse voice reached his ears: "Are you and Brother Qi okay?"

This question was straightforward, and Tianlu was thinking whether to admit it or not, when Xu Mengsi suddenly turned her face and said, "Brother Qi is my 'child', don't bully him."

After she finished speaking, she smiled coquettishly, her toothless mouth was dark and eerie.The hairs on Tianlu stand on end all day long, no wonder she has always been Qi Geer's number one female, she is scarier than wearing ghost makeup when she is not wearing makeup!

Xu Mengsi and Tong Yiru stood under the light. Tong Yiru was dressed in black and dignified, with a radiance in his eyes. Xu Mengsi's low-cut tight skirt and bright face were another way to attract attention.

Ban Wu tapped his thigh with his index finger, Qi Geer leaned back on the chair without saying a word.Uncle Hai directed enthusiastically: "If the two of you don't come, then I, an amateur, will have to do it for me. The two of you will play a part... just found out that your father passed away, so there is room for improvement." It's quite new to be in charge of the set, Hai Uncle rubbed his hands together, speaking in a polite manner

Shouted: action!

The camera's red light flashed, and the field fell silent.Tong Yiru turned his back and bowed his head, absorbing the surrounding sounds like a black hole, his neck was stiff, and his palms were kneading the skirt.Xu Mengsi, on the other hand, was much more dramatic, and immediately bent down, put her hands on the table, exposed her hemispherical chest, and wiped away her tears.

Cheng Tianlu looked at it, and it was nothing more than Tong Yiru, a carnivore-like woman, was stubborn and weak in front of the camera, which was pitiful; Xu Mengsi saw him terrified, for fear that her nose would fall off when she cried.The two are not at the same level.

Ban Wu praised: "Yi Ru's physical performance is really good, actresses tend to act with expressions, and the foundation of acting is rarely so solid."

Uncle Hai: "It's rare to be so beautiful. Tianlu, you have the most say. Who do you think is better between the two?"

Cheng Tianlu glanced at Brother Qi, feeling extremely entangled.

The author says:

Brother Qi blew up someone's office, so it's time to experience the territory being violated...

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