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Chapter 140 - 140 140 Lu is really bad
Chapter 140 - 140 140 Lu is really bad
?Chapter 140: Chapter 140 Lu is really bad! Chapter 140: Chapter 140 Lu is really bad! Director Mo listened to Lu Xun’s words with a sense of pride and couldn’t help taking a second look at him.
This was the first time he had seen Lu Xun acknowledge someone in the circle like this.
It seemed that Emperor Lu’s relationship with Luo Ning was probably not so simple.
Or perhaps Emperor Lu had designs on the young lady, so he had used his connections to help introduce her to roles.
Of course, as a clever man, he could see that the relationship between Lu Xun and Luo Ning had not developed to a deeper level yet, so he chose not to remark on it.
Then he nodded with a smile, “The person you introduce must be flawless.”
“Luo Ning hasn’t disappointed me, she is truly born for acting.”
Then looking at Luo Ning, he added, “Stop participating in those variety shows, they’re just holding you back from acting.”
He was accurate in judging people, with Luo Ning’s acting skills and the backing of Star Emperor Entertainment, her future in the film industry would definitely be bright; being a top actress would be no big deal.
However, Lu Xun disagreed, “It’s good to balance work with leisure; acting while participating in variety shows for relaxation is also nice.”
By not participating in variety shows, he would miss many opportunities to spend time with Luo Ning. Old Mo was really giving some poor ideas.
Director Mo’s mouth twitched: “…”
He really wanted to ask, when did I ever see you going on variety shows?
Didn’t you used to say that participating in variety shows was pointless?
To pursue and please a young lady, he was really double-standard.
He knew Lu Xun’s status, and having been friends for many years, naturally, he wouldn’t expose him.
He could only smile and say, “Xiao Luo is still so young, besides acting, developing in other aspects isn’t bad either.”
As he thought to himself, who was he kidding, he still felt that a great prospect like Luo Ning participating in variety shows was a waste.
Due to the coercion of Emperor Lu, he had no choice but to cater.
Still, he couldn’t resist adding, “But I still believe more in your talent and spiritual essence in acting.”
“So I suggest you invest more time and energy in acting, aiming to win an actress crown in the future.”
Luo Ning could see the meaning behind their words. She chuckled and said, “Thank you for your praise and affirmation, Director Mo, I will.”
She herself liked acting; that’s why she continued to stay in the entertainment circle after coming back.
She had been to several modern worlds and had been an actress, continually improving her acting skills, striving to reach the pinnacle.
But after all, those were missions, achievements made while living someone else’s life for effort, so she still hoped to stand at the peak of the acting world and make this life worthwhile.
Director Mo, who hadn’t known Luo Ning for long, really liked her character.
She was not arrogant after being praised. The first time they met, she didn’t grovel or try to overly please him, she was confident and modest, which was very fitting.
This was rare among the younger generation in the circle.
Luo Ning was serious about her work, had good acting skills, spiritual essence, and was highly moldable; he believed that as long as nothing unexpected happened, her future was promising.
Lu Xun asked Director Mo with a smile, “So, the female lead role goes to Luo Ning?”
Director Mo replied with a smile but a bit exasperated, “Obviously, does that even need to be asked?”
He then said to Luo Ning, “Let your manager contact me later, and we’ll finalize the contract.”
Luo Ning nodded, “Okay, Director Mo.”
Director Mo thought for a moment, then asked, “By the way, this drama won’t start filming until four months from now, does that work for your schedule?”
He hadn’t expected to confirm so soon, so he needed to prepare once more.
Luo Ning replied, “The timing works out, I’ve accepted a Fantasy Martial Arts Drama, but it’s not many episodes, and the director’s expected filming schedule is around three months, which should fit perfectly.”
The Fantasy Martial Arts Drama, directed by Director Zhu, was also intended as a quality production, planning to air the first season first, and if the response was good, then filming the second season.
The first season’s filming was tentatively set for three months, but post-production would require a significant amount of time, with broadcasting planned for about five months later.
Director Mo knew Director Zhu, “Old Zhu’s drama is quite decent; this drama should be good.”
“When the Fantasy Martial Arts Drama airs, it will be just right to promote our movie.”
He wasn’t worried about the buzz; after all, his fame and position spoke for themselves.
However, Luo Ning was filming a movie for the first time, and as the female lead of his movie, she would definitely face a lot of skepticism.
Now he wasn’t planning to promote and release the news about the movie just yet, waiting until the Fantasy Martial Arts Drama aired.
This would also help increase Luo Ning’s popularity, soften some of the criticism, and promote the movie alongside.
Besides his high hopes for Luo Ning, mainly, it was to give face to Emperor Lu, since it was his recommended contact, and he had to protect her a bit.
Luo Ning smiled and said, “Okay, thank you, Director Mo.”
After chitchatting for a while, Luo Ning went to the restroom. In the meantime, Lu Xun asked Director Mo, “Has the role for that runaway groom’s second lead been decided?”
Director Mo shook his head, “Not yet, I have requirements for the looks and acting skills of the main leads and supporting actors of this drama; we haven’t found the right person for the second male lead yet.”
He said jokingly with a smile, “Why, are you introducing another person?”
Lu Xun replied with a smile, “I do think I know someone suitable, if you agree, you can talk to his manager yourself.”
Director Mo curiously asked, “Who are you referring to?”
Lu Xun said, “Ji Xinghang. He looks and carries the vibe similar to the second lead. Among the top young actors, his acting isn’t bad either, so I think he’s suitable.”
Director Mo: “…”
He really wanted to ask Emperor Lu, are you doing this on purpose?
He understood Luo Ning’s background; of course, he also knew that Luo Ning and Ji Xinghang were childhood friends, and they had previously had a falling out over a young actress.
Asking him to invite Ji Xinghang to play the second male lead, he felt Emperor Lu’s motives were definitely not pure.
Ji Xinghang was a top celebrity with a not insignificant status in the circle, coming from a notable family background. Would he agree if he approached him?
Would he get tossed out with a broom?
In the drama, the second male lead was also a tragic character. Initially, he appeared detestable, a spoiled rich young master.
In the mid-to-late parts, however, his image gradually transformed, and in the end, he even sacrificed himself for his country.
Of course, there was also a melodramatic twist; unintentionally coming into contact with the cold and stunning female merchant lead, he couldn’t resist falling in love with her, only to discover later that she was actually his fiancée.
Lu Xun’s suggestion made him a bit tempted; not to mention Ji Xinghang did seem to fit the image of the second lead pretty well.
Seeing his hesitation, Lu Xun said with a smile, “Just let Ji Xinghang know the female lead has been decided as Luo Ning, and he will most likely agree.”
Director Mo looked at him meaningfully and sighed, “Top celebrity Ji running into you feels quite unlucky.”
He suddenly realized Emperor Lu was quite mischievous!
Still, he agreed, “Okay, in a few days, I’ll contact his manager and give it a try.”
Lu Xun gave Director Mo a smile, “It shouldn’t disappoint you.”
After Luo Ning returned, they sat for a while longer. Director Mo invited the two to have dinner together, but Lu Xun declined.
He rarely found an opportunity to be alone with Luo Ning; the third wheels should stay away.