Chinese entertainment: What's wrong with actresses wanting to improve?

Chapter 164 Variety Shows

January 2th, Chenxi Media.

"Mr. Fu, this is the box office report for 'Brotherhood of Blades'."

Zhao Qi handed the document to Fu Yibai.

1.031 million?

I never expected it to break 100 million.

Lu Yang became famous overnight.

Where is he now?

"Director Lu is currently filming 'The Legend of Chu Liuxiang,' and I heard it's almost finished."

Zhao Qi paused for a moment, then continued reporting to his supervisor.

"There's one more thing."

Zhao Qi closed her notebook and looked at him.

"Mr. Li from Nebula Video called yesterday to ask if we have any suitable online streaming projects for next year."

"The user base on Nebula is growing rapidly, and they need more content."

Fu Yibai tapped his fingers twice on the table.

"Web series?"

"right.

Mr. Li's idea is, could we make a few films specifically for Nebula?

Fu Yibai pondered for a moment.

"Reply to Mr. Li, Chenxi is preparing to produce a variety show next year."

It will be exclusively broadcast on Nebula.

The web series is still considering telling him not to rush.

"A variety show? Like Happy Camp?"

There aren't many variety shows in China now, and the only one that Zhao Qi can remember is Hunan's Happy Camp.

"Almost there. I'll give you a list; have someone contact them."

They offered him the salary of a TV series.

Recording is expected to begin in April next year.

After saying that, Fu Yibai took out a piece of paper and began to write down the main cast of "Running Man".

[Deng Chao, He Rundong, Wang Baoqiang, Huang Bo, Lei Jiayin.]

"Wang Baoqiang and the others, please communicate with Lin Wei and clear out their schedules for April and May next year."

"Deng Chao and He Rundong, please send someone to contact them."

"clear."

Zhao Qi agreed and turned to leave.

In the afternoon, Fu Yibai left the company after watching the final version of "Your Name".

Liu Yan drove Fu Yibai back to the villa.

At eight o'clock in the evening, Liu Yan brought out the last dish from the kitchen and sat down opposite Fu Yibai.

There were four dishes and a soup on the table, all of which were his favorites.

"Mr. Fu, let's eat."

Fu Yibai put down the documents in his hand and picked up his chopsticks.

The two ate quietly, occasionally exchanging a few casual words.

As the night deepened outside the window, the lights in the living room appeared even warmer.

After dinner, Liu Yan cleared the dishes, while Fu Yibai leaned back on the sofa and watched TV.

The dishwasher was humming when Liu Yan came out of the kitchen and sat down next to him.

Fu Yibai put his arm around her shoulder, and Liu Yan leaned into his arms, burying her face in his chest.

Neither of them was watching what was on TV.

"Tired?"

Fu Yibai looked down at her.

Liu Yan shook her head, then nodded, and chuckled softly in his arms.

"A little."

Fu Yibai didn't speak, but gently stroked her back with his palm.

Liu Yan leaned against him quietly for a while, then raised her head and kissed his lips.

"Upstairs?"

"Um."

The two embraced and went upstairs. The bedroom door closed, and moonlight shone through the gap in the curtains, falling on them.

Liu Yan was more clingy than usual tonight.

She straddled Fu Yibai, leaned down to kiss him, her long hair falling down and brushing against his cheek, tickling him.

Fu Yibai raised his hand to put his arm around her waist, and with his other hand he ran his fingers through her hair and gently stroked the back of her neck.

Liu Yan's kisses moved from her lips to her chin, and then to her Adam's apple, little by little, delicately and closely.

Her breathing became erratic, and the skin pressed against his began to burn.

……

After an unknown amount of time, the room finally quieted down.

Liu Yan nestled in Fu Yibai's arms, her face pressed against his chest, her fingers gently tracing circles on his lower abdomen.

Fu Yibai put his arm around her and gently stroked her back with his hand.

"Liu Yan".

"Um?"

"How long have you been following me?"

Liu Yan nestled against Fu Yibai's chest and replied in a soft, sweet voice, "It's been three years."

Fu Yibai looked down at her.

Three years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Of all the women, Liu Yan was the one who stayed by his side the longest.

At the same time, she is the one who understands him best and is most tolerant of him.

The thought of what I was about to bring up filled me with a deep sense of reluctance.

"Do you want to debut?"

Liu Yan was stunned for a moment.

"What?"

"Debut".

Fu Yibai's hand stopped on her back.

"To be an actor."

Liu Yan propped herself up, looked down at him, her eyes filled with surprise and confusion.

"Mr. Fu, I..."

"I remember Zhao Qi telling me that you came to interview for the assistant position because you wanted to better understand the entertainment industry and wanted to become an actor in the future."

"I've kept you by my side for so long, now it's time to help you fulfill your dreams."

Liu Yan didn't speak, she just looked at him.

"Next year, the company will be producing a variety show, an outdoor reality show, and we need two female members."

Fu Yibai continued.

"I want you to be one of them."

Liu Yan remained silent for a few seconds.

"What about the assistant?"

"Change players."

Liu Yan's eyes suddenly reddened.

She buried her face in his chest, her voice muffled.

"Mr. Fu, I can't bear to part with him."

Fu Yibai didn't speak, but gently stroked her back with his palm.

"Haven't being an actor always been your dream?"

His voice was soft, yet exceptionally clear in the quiet night.

"Although we won't be able to be together every day in the future, you can come see me anytime as long as you're not too busy with work."

He paused.

"I've always been here."

Liu Yan didn't move, but buried her face even deeper.

After a long while, she raised her head, her eyes still red, but the corners of her mouth curved up.

"it is good."

She kissed him on the lips.

"I'll listen to you."

Fu Yibai raised his hand and gently wiped her eye with his thumb.

What's the name of the variety show?

"Running Man"

Outdoor reality shows often involve a lot of physical challenges.

Liu Yan blinked.

"Should I start training?"

"Yes, filming will start next April, so there are still six months to go."

Liu Yan nodded and snuggled back into his arms.

"Mr. Fu."

"Um?"

"Thank you."

Fu Yibai didn't say anything, but simply pulled her closer.