She then sat back down in her own dining chair, gently wiping the tear stains from her face.
Looking at Su Wanru, who was sitting opposite her, she said,
"Sister, I heard that the well-known Director Li is currently preparing a major production and is raising funds. Could you help with some of the investment costs and introduce me?"
Hearing this, Su Wanru said,
"Duo'er, I'm definitely willing to help you with the investment! After all, I'm not short of money! But I don't know how to find the director you mentioned, what should I do?"
Yun Duo'er slightly reined in the joy that had been too apparent from her excitement,
"Sister, I can help contact the staff responsible for the fundraising project. You don't need to worry!"
She took Su Wanru's hand and said,
"Sister! I know that as women, it's not easy for us to earn money in this society, so I'm not asking to become the lead actress. Sister, all I need is a reasonable investment!"
Su Wanru felt Yun Duo'er's hand on hers, and they became more intimate.
"Then, Duo'er, how much do you think I should invest?"
"Sister, I'm not very clear about this. My intention in asking Sister to invest is not to directly enter the crew, but rather to have Sister, as an investor, introduce me!"
Yun Duo'er paused for a moment, thinking to herself:
Since Su Wanru wants to compensate me, I can't say it directly.
She continued,
"Sister, a third-rate celebrity from our company was taken care of by a real estate mogul. After that, she had that boss invest one hundred million yuan in a TV drama production that was filmed for her."
Yun Duo'er glanced at Su Wanru with some difficulty.
"I won't tell Sister who exactly it was. These are some unwritten rules in our industry, and it's also to protect that senior's reputation."
Su Wanru felt pleased hearing Yun Duo'er consider others so thoughtfully.
It seems Duo'er is still very kind and hasn't been completely corrupted by the entertainment industry.
"Another senior, her benefactor invested and introduced her to become the second female lead, costing around seventy million yuan. However, the director of that movie wasn't very good, so that senior didn't progress further after finishing the film..."
Hearing the two examples given by Yun Duo'er, Su Wanru was somewhat astonished. So much money was spent on investments in the entertainment industry!
It seemed she still needed to discuss the investment matters with her parents.
"This is what I know so far. If Sister helps me invest and introduce me, it shouldn't cost this much!"
Yun Duo'er cautiously observed Su Wanru's expression and said,
"Sister, what do you think?"
"Hmm, no problem! Money is not a small matter."
Su Wanru patted Yun Duo'er's hand.
Yun Duo'er pretended to be anxious and said,
"Sister, you really don't need to spend too much money!"
Hearing this, Su Wanru felt that Yun Duo'er was worried about her being taken advantage of. Just as she was about to speak, Yun Duo'er continued,
"Although, during the filming process, the director will definitely focus on shooting and guiding the female lead, as she is one of the key figures driving the plot.
As for the other supporting roles, our scenes are far fewer compared to the female lead.
Also, the second female lead is often used to take the blame and bear criticism, such as disputes over billing order.
If I were to play the second female lead, I would also feel a lot of grievances, but Sister, please don't force me to get the role of the second female lead.
You know, I just want an audition opportunity, a fair competition for roles with others. I don't want Sister to be put in a difficult position because of money."
After listening to Yun Duo'er's words, Su Wanru said,
"Since Duo'er, you've said so much, then to help you achieve your dream step by step! I'll support you!"
Hearing Su Wanru say this, Yun Duo'er thought, what an idiot! Is that what I meant?!!
In the entertainment industry, for ordinary people like us, if we truly work our way up step by step and act diligently, it would take at least ten to twenty years for us to become famous later on!
Her tone became a little anxious as she said,
"Sister, what you said is indeed true! One should build their career step by step! I hope Sister's introduction this time will allow me to, as Tongtong's mother, accompany Tongtong as she grows up, openly and honestly, as soon as possible."
She wanted to say more, but she knew that saying any more would ruin things. So, she pretended to be overjoyed and tearfully said,
"Thank you, Sister, for your efforts. I will definitely work hard!"
Hearing Yun Duo'er say this, Su Wanru also felt relieved.
"Duo'er, eat more. These dishes are low in oil and salt, using ingredients that are healthy for you. You work so hard every day, and health is also very important!"
Yun Duo'er and Su Wanru had a harmonious lunch and then parted ways.
Although Su Wanru said she would do her best to help Yun Duo'er as she said, she thought about how difficult Yun Duo'er had endured over the years. She planned to discuss the situation with Su's father, Su's mother, and her younger brother, hoping to find a way to help Yun Duo'er secure a good role.
On their way home, Liu Yifeng, along with Liu Chunsheng and Tongtong, happened to encounter the Li Village market day. So, they stopped to rest for a while.
Thinking that there was nothing else to do, he took Tongtong and Liu Chunsheng to join the festivities.
The day was very clear and the temperature was just right. There were a lot of people attending the Li Village market, jostling with each other.
As soon as Liu Yifeng got out of the car, he saw that every street was crowded with people, and the streets of Li Village were filled with the atmosphere of the new year.
Not only were red lanterns hung everywhere, but the villagers who came and went were also dressed festively, with expressions of happiness on the faces of the elderly and children.
Liu Yifeng, Liu Chunsheng, and Tongtong looked around.
They found that the market was truly remarkable. There was nothing you couldn't find for sale here, unlike a junkyard. Everything was available, like encountering a giant flea market.
Liu Yifeng thought, since they were already here, it didn't matter if there were more people.
He then held Tongtong and wandered around casually.
The market not only sold vegetables, fruits, and trinkets, but also various mountain delicacies, wild goods, and many secondhand items that were not in good condition.
There were also many street vendors loudly advertising their wares:
"Good items for sale, come and buy!"
"Walk past, don't miss out, if you miss it, you won't find this shop again!"
"Come and buy, fresh mushrooms and various fungi, and the best deer antlers from this year!"
"Please take a look..."
...
Just then, Tongtong squatted down in front of a stall.