Chapter 136 Exposed

Lu Zhiyao looked at the script, then at Zhang Zuting.

He looked at the script again, then at President Pei.

Clearly, he was struggling.

A director he'd never heard of, a film crew with no prior successes, a script that seemed unconventional, and the role of a simpering male lead.

In every respect, taking on this role was a bit of a gamble.

But after listening to Zhang Zuting's words, Lu Zhiyao was seriously wavering.

Perhaps this movie could break through the character stereotypes of the past and detoxify my "box office poison" reputation?

If I could really make a movie with high praise, even if it doesn't make much money, as long as I can wash away the title of "box office poison" and regain the audience's favor, that would be a huge win!

Moreover, working with Zhang Zuting might allow me to learn something from him and hone my acting skills.

After much deliberation, Lu Zhiyao made up his mind and finally nodded, "Okay, then I'll bet on this good script and on Mr. Zhang! I'll take a pay cut to join the crew, just like Mr. Zhang!"

Pei Qian hurriedly raised his hand to stop him, "Absolutely not!"

"I won't give you a penny less than what you deserve, and I'll even give you both a bonus!"

"Don't be shy. As long as you both can deliver outstanding performances, that will be the greatest reward for me!"

Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao both smiled with satisfaction.

As expected, working with someone like President Pei is so straightforward!

Pei Qian was also very happy. With "box office poison" joining the crew, great things can be achieved!

"In that case, everyone should hurry up and prepare, and strive to start filming soon!"

Pei Qian couldn't wait to spend all thirty million as soon as possible.

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The movie side of things has temporarily come to an end.

The script has been finalized, the preliminary preparations are almost done, and two main actors have been found. Their ranks and acting skills are good, and it looks like it's really something, not like a movie project that will explode after its release.

Tricked everyone, disguised very successfully!

As for the female lead and some extras in the movie, Pei Qian didn't care anymore and let Zhu Xiaoce figure it out himself.

After all, the actress in this film is just a tool, and her role is not that big, and it probably won't be very outstanding.

As long as the judges and the male lead, these two main roles, are finalized, no matter how much the other actors toss around, it is impossible to turn the world upside down.

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November 22nd, Monday.

Pei Qian casually turned off the 10 o'clock alarm clock, slept for another half an hour, and then woke up naturally.

He got up and looked at the time, and it was almost time for lunch, so he casually ordered a takeaway.

He watched a show for a while, and the takeaway arrived.

While eating his takeaway, Pei Qian pondered his work for the next period of time.

The tasks for this cycle have finally been basically assigned. In the short term, at least in the next five or six days, there should be nothing special to be busy with.

It's just that he hasn't figured out how to spend that 5 million charitable donation yet.

There are many ways to do charity.

Some foreign businessmen do charity to avoid taxes, and some even turn charity into a business. Not only do they not lose money, but they can also make some.

But Pei Qian's purpose for doing charity is relatively simple, purely to lose money.

The simplest way is to donate it, but who to donate it to is a problem.

Whether it is donated to poor children or to underdeveloped areas in China, it must go through certain charitable organizations. Pei Qian doesn't have the energy to verify or distinguish whether these charitable organizations are reliable.

After all, so many seemingly reliable charities and non-profit organizations have also been exposed for scandals.

It doesn't matter how this money is spent, but it would be very annoying if it ended up benefiting some vampires.

Therefore, Pei Qian's initial plan is to start from those around him, first ensuring that the money can be given to those who really need it, and then slowly expanding the scope.

From the amount of money, 5 million for charity is not that much. Compared with foreign wealthy people who donate nearly 90% of their inheritance to charitable foundations, it is far from enough.

However, many of the foreign wealthy people's donations are for tax avoidance, and at most 10% of this huge inheritance is used for real charitable activities.

Pei Qian's current 5 million is a solid 5 million, and it will definitely be spent without any discount.

In the future, as the system's initial capital continues to increase, the funds that Pei Qian can use for charitable activities will also increase, and maybe it will increase to 8 million, 10 million or even higher.

In the long run, Pei Qian will definitely establish a special charitable foundation to manage this money and spend it where it is most needed.

But this matter cannot be rushed yet.

Therefore, Pei Qian plans to start with those around him, at least ensuring that this money can be given to those who really need it.

It's just that he hasn't really thought about who to give it to…

While he was thinking about it, the phone rang.

Pei Qian put down his chopsticks and glanced at the caller ID. It was actually his counselor, Zhang Wei.

"Hmm?" Pei Qian was a little surprised.

The last time Zhang Wei called, it was to ask Pei Qian to say a few nice words to the leaders of Fei Huang Studio and help solve the employment problems of his older school brothers and sisters.

Pei Qian thought he had found a treasure and happily arranged them to go to Zhongdian Chinese Network.

And then…

There was no then.

What could Zhang Wei be calling about this time?

Pei Qian is already a sophomore, and he still doesn't hold any position in the school. His grades this year are estimated to be at most the same as last year's, and it is impossible for him to get a scholarship or be rated as excellent, and other things… are even more impossible.

Could it be that he wants to solve the employment problems of another group of senior brothers and sisters?

That's not possible, it's only November, it's not the graduation season yet?

With doubts, Pei Qian answered the phone, "Hello? Teacher Zhang?"

Zhang Wei on the other end of the phone was silent for two seconds, and his tone was a little complicated: "Pei Qian, should I call you 'President Pei' now?"

Pei Qian: "???"

He felt that the situation was a little wrong.

Was the matter exposed?

Zhang Wei also stayed at the school to be a counselor after graduating from his senior year. In terms of age, he was only five or six years older than Pei Qian, and he was also considered a peer, so although they didn't have much contact, they were basically like friends.

Zhang Wei often paid out of his own pocket to invite some boys of the same grade to eat and drink, so Pei Qian also had a good impression of Zhang Wei.

But this phone call today made Pei Qian feel that there was a big problem!

Before, Pei Qian told Zhang Wei that he had found a part-time job at Fei Huang Studio, and Zhang Wei obviously didn't doubt it.

But this time, Zhang Wei called Pei Qian "President Pei", which is a big problem!

Pei Qian smiled, "Teacher Zhang, what are you joking about? When did I become President Pei?"

Zhang Wei was both annoyed and amused: "You're still pretending! If Zhu Xing'an hadn't come back recently to see me and talked to me about you, I would still be kept in the dark by you!"

"So you're the boss of Tengda, and many industries in Fei Huang Studio are yours?"

"You're really something, you've created such a big company silently in more than a year, and you're still so low-key, and few people around you even know!"

"If it were someone else, they would have boasted about it all over the school after making a little money, but you're so good, you've created such a big company, but you're hiding it like a thief!"

Pei Qian: "..."

Not good! The matter is exposed!

Pei Qian has tried his best to reduce the number of times he appears at Zhongdian Chinese Network, but this thing cannot be hidden forever...

Pei Qian was silent for a moment: "Teacher Zhang, you also know that I am a low-key person and just want to live a normal campus life. I don't want any senior brothers and sisters to suddenly rush into the classroom to ask me for a job while I'm in class, that would be too magical..."

Zhang Wei was a little speechless: "Is this the thinking of a business genius? It's really different... Okay, since you said so, then I, as a teacher, will definitely keep it a secret for you. You don't have to worry about your normal life being affected."

"However…"

"During the graduation season next year, President Pei, will you have to help your Teacher Zhang?"

"I heard from Zhu Xing'an that you arranged for them to go to Zhongdian Chinese Network, and now the website is doing very well! Look, this is a win-win situation. The school provides you with talents, you provide job opportunities for senior brothers and sisters, my employment rate has also increased, and your company's efficiency has also increased. How great!"

Pei Qian: "..."

On the surface, it does look pretty good, but...

Forget it, it's hard to explain.

Pei Qian really doesn't want to receive any more senior brothers and sisters, it's too much!

If I create another Zhongdian Chinese Network, will I still be able to live!

Although the current Zhongdian Chinese Network doesn't earn too much, it is still a burden after all. President Pei doesn't want more burdens.

However, it's not good to directly refuse this matter. After all, Zhang Wei is right. From all aspects, this is a win-win situation for the school, individuals, and the company. What reason can Pei Qian find to refuse…

Pei Qian thought of the recruitment exam he had set before and had an idea.

"Teacher Zhang, this is the situation."

"You also know that recently Tengda has received attention from many parties due to some unexpected reasons, so the company has just set up rules and regulations a while ago. Our company now requires everyone to take an exam before entering. All job seekers must pass a unified entrance exam to be screened."

"I can't just set up a rule and then make an exception myself, can I?"

Zhang Wei: "...Is that so? That's a bit of a pity."

"Okay, since it's a new rule, then I won't force it. This year, I'll tell the seniors in their senior year to prepare for your company's exam in advance."

Pei Qian thought of another thing: "By the way, Teacher Zhang, although I can't directly hire them, I still have some other things that can help the school."

"The first is the entrance exam. I hope to find some graduate senior brothers and sisters to help grade the papers. The labor fee will definitely be enough."

Zhang Wei: "That's easy to say. Anyway, many graduate students are involved in grading the college entrance examination and the civil service examination. Now it's just a matter of taking some time to help your company grade the papers. I'll report it to the school leaders, and it should be no problem."

Pei Qian continued: "Also, I want to donate some money to the school's poor students."

Zhang Wei: "That's certainly good, but how do you plan to donate? According to the school's list of poor students?"

Pei Qian shook his head: "I hope to check the school's campus card system, screen out a group of students who spend a lot of times in the school cafeteria every month, but the amount of each purchase is not high, and then let the school screen the actual economic situation of these students."

"All the confirmed poor students will be provided with 500 yuan of financial assistance every month for the next five months to ensure their basic living."

"There are a total of 2,000 places."

Zhang Wei was silent for a moment: "Okay, I'll thank you for these students."