People spoke so deeply and affectionately, but Jiang Nan Fang, with a heartless twist, suddenly thought of someone else.
Smiling, she pinched his face and questioned him.
"Why are you so enthusiastic about investing? Is it really for me? Or is there a female actress in the entertainment industry you fancy and want to promote?"
"Since that's the case, here's your chance. Tell me, who have you got your eye on?"
"Be honest. I'll write a great script and make her incredibly famous for you."
It was quite amusing.
He was actually jealous of other women and trying to trick Zhan Bei Jue into talking?
Zhan Bei Jue pinched her back.
"So-called idols are just ordinary people packaged by entertainment companies. To me, they are all commodities. Do you think I'd be interested in them?"
"But even commodities are beautiful ones, aren't they? Men like beautiful women, especially beautiful and famous ones."
"Other rich second-generation heirs all like to date actresses. I don't believe you have no such thoughts."
Zhan Bei Jue chuckled and scraped her nose.
"Beautiful women aren't exactly a scarce resource. There's one right in front of me. Why would I fancy anyone else?"
"If you invest, you must let me designate someone to promote. Then I'll promote you."
"Besides you, I'm not interested in anyone else."
After all, it involved tens of millions. Jiang Nan Fang thought he was just trying to amuse her and didn't take it seriously.
Unexpectedly, the next day, while she was at home writing the script, Xu Yan Chuan called her, saying Zhan Bei Jue's assistant had come looking for them.
They wanted to invest in their film.
"He actually went?"
Jiang Nan Fang was surprised. "Did he have any additional conditions?"
"Yes," Xu Yan Chuan said happily. "The condition is that you play the female lead."
"This is great. The investment is settled, the female lead is settled, and Ke Teng's wish is fulfilled. It's killing three birds with one stone."
Jiang Nan Fang didn't know whether to cry or laugh.
"I've never acted before. I don't even know the basics of finding the camera. How can I be the female lead?"
Xu Yan Chuan comforted her.
"Do you think people who graduated from acting schools are necessarily good actors? Look at today, the screens are full of formulaic performances with no originality. How many good dramas are there?"
"Instead, people with no experience, acting purely from their hearts, sometimes have better results."
"Regardless, you should give it a try. It not only saves our film money, but at least by cooperating with my direction, you'll save me some trouble. Don't refuse anymore."
Jiang Nan Fang asked him when they would start shooting.
Xu Yan Chuan said, "We don't have much time left. As long as you agree, we'll start tomorrow."
"We'll shoot a couple of takes first. If it's really not working, we can consider finding another female lead."
Jiang Nan Fang thought about it. It made sense.
At least she could save money herself.
Moreover, she wrote the comic and the script. No one understood the heroine's intended meaning better than she did.
Perhaps she was a born actress!
"Alright then. I'll try. If it works, it works. If it doesn't, it doesn't. Don't force me just to save face."
"It's fine if the two of us make fools of ourselves, but if it's on screen and we're cursed like dogs, Mr. Zhan won't want to lose face."
Xu Yan Chuan busily made arrangements and went to the film studio the next day.
Zhan Bei Jue personally escorted Jiang Nan Fang to the set.
Upon meeting, Zhan Bei Jue spoke with Xu Yan Chuan alone.
He asked if the film had any explicit content, if there would be kissing or bed scenes, and if it would cause any scandals.
Xu Yan Chuan smiled and said, "Don't worry. The censorship is so strict now, even if I dared to film it, it wouldn't pass post-production."
"Besides, the male lead is a popular idol. His fans wouldn't agree to overly explicit scenes, so there definitely won't be any scandals."
Zhan Bei Jue nodded.
"Remember what you said. If any scandals arise later, don't say I didn't come after you."
"I'm entrusting the person to you. I'll pick her up tonight. If she suffers even the slightest harm, I won't spare you."
Xu Yan Chuan first filmed Jiang Nan Fang's solo scenes.
Unexpectedly, she truly had a talent for acting.
Although she was completely unaware of the camera positions or angles, the emotions she conveyed were quite sincere. Almost every shot was completed in one take, which was a delightful surprise.
Xu Yan Chuan immediately decided not to replace the female lead. Delighted, he officially announced to everyone.
Miss Rabbit and Mr. Tiger, the film commences shooting!
Since Ke Teng was unavailable during the day, Xu Yan Chuan filmed scenes with the supporting actors and Jiang Nan Fang.
Around 5 PM, Ke Teng arrived, and they filmed the scenes between the male and female leads.
They were all about playful rivals and amusing interactions, which perfectly suited Jiang Nan Fang and his current dynamic.
The two of them were hardly acting; they were genuinely bickering and teasing, completing their tasks while having fun.
Ke Teng couldn't help but look at Jiang Nan Fang with newfound respect.
This woman, he hadn't expected, was not only fierce in arguments and fights but also so powerful when acting.
As someone who hadn't formally studied acting, she effortlessly delivered the effects the director wanted.
She was bound to achieve great things in the future.
His family disagreed with Ke Teng pursuing acting in the entertainment industry, especially as someone who only knew how to sing, dance, and appease female fans – a mere pretty boy.
Therefore, his ultimate goal in the entertainment industry was not to be just an idol.
Agreeing to film Xu Yan Chuan's movie for free was his first step towards transitioning to the big screen.
He wanted to be a renowned film actor, a powerful performer, and eventually, someone praised like the Four Heavenly Kings.
He wanted to prove to his father that respect wasn't only earned through business; being a good actor could also command it.
So, upon realizing Jiang Nan Fang's potential, he was determined to interact with her well.
If this woman became famous in the future, he would be the first actor she had ever co-starred with.
It would be a glorious addition to his resume!
Everyone performed well, and they didn't fall behind schedule. By 8 PM, the entire crew wrapped up.
Xu Yan Chuan wanted to drive Jiang Nan Fang back, but Ke Teng preempted him.
"It happens to be on my way, so I'll give her a ride. That way, you won't have to run back and forth."
Jiang Nan Fang didn't want to go with Ke Teng.
But seeing Xu Yan Chuan tired from a day's work and having to drive her back and forth despite his dry throat, she could only agree.
"Since it's on his way, I'll go with him. Everyone on the crew is counting on you. Don't wear yourself out. Go back and rest early."
Getting into Ke Teng's van, his manager and assistant sat in the front, while Jiang Nan Fang and Ke Teng sat in the back.
Jiang Nan Fang messaged Zhan Bei Jue saying she was on her way back. Ke Teng shamelessly peeked at her phone.
"Playing on your phone right after arriving? Messaging whom? Your boyfriend?"
She felt as though he hadn't stepped out of his character, his demeanor and tone very much like Mr. Tiger.
Jiang Nan Fang locked her phone screen.
"We're not so close that I have to tell you everything, are we?"
Ke Teng was unfazed. "So you really have a boyfriend?"
Jiang Nan Fang replied, "Does that have anything to do with you? Are you trying to pursue me?"
"It's not impossible," Ke Teng smiled.
"You're reasonably good-looking, and we're around the same age and in the same circle. Forming a CP wouldn't be out of the question."
Hmph. Form a CP with you?
Was she tired of living?
Jiang Nan Fang ignored him.