Chapter 125 Signing a Contract [Nanhua Film and Television] Breaking Up Couples
Chapter 125 Signing a Contract [Nanhua Film and Television] Breaking Up Couples
In a private room at a restaurant outside the Beijing Film Academy, Zhou Yan, Yao Chen, and Ling Xiaosu were gathered together.
"Zhou Yan, I invited you to dinner today because I have something to ask you," Yao Chen said after a few rounds of drinks, putting down his glass and getting down to business.
"It's here," Zhou Yan thought to himself, putting down his chopsticks.
"you say."
"Zhou Yan, does your company need any more artists?" Yao Chen stated his purpose.
"Hmm?" A look of surprise immediately appeared on Zhou Yan's face.
He originally thought the other party wanted to ask him about "The Assassin Couple", but he didn't expect it to be about this.
"What do you mean?" Zhou Yan's heart skipped a beat, as if he had guessed Yao Chen's thoughts.
"Do you think I could join [Nanhua Film and Television]?" Yao Chen didn't hide anything.
Zhou Yan fell silent.
Yao Chen's eyes dimmed instantly upon seeing this.
She thought this meant Zhou Yan was rejecting her.
Ling Xiaosu was secretly delighted. If Yao Chen was rejected by Zhou Yan, wouldn't that mean he would have no choice but to return to Xi'an with him?
At that time, I can not only return to Xi'an to develop my career, but also avoid a long-distance relationship, achieving the best of both worlds.
Ling Xiaosu's face was serious, showing no sign of joy.
Otherwise, we'll definitely argue when we get back.
Ling Xiaosu looked at the other person expectantly.
"It's possible, but there's something I need to explain to you," Zhou Yan said after a moment's hesitation.
"What's wrong?" Yao Chen's emotions changed instantly.
"As you know, the company already has Fan Binbin, Jia Jingwen, Gao Yuanyuan, and Dong Xuan. If you join, you might have to play a supporting role for a while," Zhou Yan reminded her.
The female lead's screen time will definitely be prioritized for Fan Binbin, Gao Yuanyuan, and Jia Jingwen.
"Of course, Xiao Su is different. [Nanhua Film and Television] is dominated by women. If he joins [Nanhua Film and Television], he will receive better resources and treatment."
Currently, there are only two men at [Nanhua Film and Television].
One is Zhou Yan, and the other is Cui Peng.
Upon hearing Zhou Yan's words, Ling Xiaosu's expression changed slightly, and Yao Chen also looked at him.
"No, you've misunderstood," Ling Xiaosu hurriedly explained.
"What misunderstanding?" Zhou Yan's face was full of confusion.
"I have no intention of joining [Nanhua Film and Television], but Yao Chen wants to join," Ling Xiaosu said hurriedly.
"Oh, I see," Zhou Yan said, suddenly realizing. "I thought you two came to Nanhua together."
Zhou Yan's tone was full of regret.
Yao Chen looked at Ling Xiaosu in front of her, her eyes filled with disappointment.
If Ling Xiaosu is willing, the two of them can join [Nanhua Film and Television] together.
Moreover, Zhou Yan himself said that [Nanhua Film and Television] is dominated by women, and if Ling Xiaosu is willing, he can have a greater development, and the two of them can support each other in the future.
In Yao Chen's view, the other party's refusal to join [Nanhua Film and Television] meant that he did not love her.
She wasn't that important to him.
Zhou Yan was unaware of the situation between the two and shifted his attention to Yao Chen.
"Senior, we worked together on 'The World's Number One' before, so I know your abilities very well. It won't be long before you can carry a whole show."
"So there's something I need to tell you in advance."
"What's wrong?" Yao Chen asked Zhou Yan.
"The company will allocate resources to you, but in return, you will also receive compensation. You should be aware of this."
"Furthermore, because they are students, if they really want to sign a contract, the contract period will be longer than that for graduates. This is true for both Dong Xuan and Cui Peng. You can ask them if you don't believe me."
Zhou Yan was not lying.
He started the company to make money, not for charity.
The purpose of promoting someone is naturally to get them to make money for you.
Otherwise, why would anyone promote her?
"How many years should the contract be for?" Yao Chen's heart tightened.
"Cui Peng and Dong Xuan both have ten-year contracts. If you're willing, we can also sign a long-term contract."
Both Cui Peng and Dong Xuan plan to retire at [Nanhua Film and Television].
Neither of them had much ambition.
Therefore, the signing process takes a long time.
But Yao Chen is different; she is very ambitious.
"It's so long," Yao Chen thought in surprise.
"During the contract period, we can guarantee that you will have acting opportunities every year, and we will give priority to our own people in terms of any resources available."
"Can I think about it?" Yao Chen didn't agree rashly.
"Of course." Zhou Yan smiled faintly. "I naturally hope that my seniors will get better and better."
"Thank you," Yao Chen smiled again.
Amidst the clinking of glasses, Zhou Yan excused himself to go to the restroom and paid the bill.
Yao Chen felt very embarrassed when she found out.
"We agreed to treat you, how can we let you pay?"
"It's just a meal, no need to be so formal," Zhou Yan waved his hand.
Zhou Yan is different from them.
Zhou Yan is rich, and not just rich in the ordinary sense.
Yao Chen and Ling Xiaosu were still students.
He'll treat people to meals whenever he can.
"Then we'll invite you back next time, but you can't secretly pay this time." The money has already been paid, so this is the only way this time.
"Okay, you can treat next time," Zhou Yan nodded with a smile.
Zhou Yan, Yao Chen, and Ling Xiaosu parted ways at the restaurant entrance.
Yao Chen and Ling Xiaosu returned to school.
Zhou Yan had no classes in the afternoon, so she decided to go to a "music tutoring" class.
Unbeknownst to Zhou Yan, Yao Chen and Ling Xiaosu had another argument over this matter.
Yao Chen believes that Ling Xiaosu is ungrateful.
[Nanhua Film and Television] With women outnumbering men, and Zhou Yan personally inviting them, they don't cherish such a good opportunity. Sooner or later, they will regret it.
Ling Xiaosu believes Yao Chen is being too presumptuous.
[Nanhua Film & Television] features Fan Binbin, Gao Yuanyuan, and Jia Jingwen, all of whom have been famous for a long time. There is also Dong Xuan, who has a close relationship with Zhou Yan. Yao Chen has a very poor advantage.
What's more, they're signing a ten-year contract.
Ten years is too long.
He was not optimistic about it.
Neither side would back down, each claiming to be right.
Thus, the Cold War ensued.
Yao Chen did not sit idly by and wait for his fate; he sought out friends to inquire about Dong Xuan and Cui Peng.
Indeed, it is just as Zhou Yan said.
Dong Xuan and Cui Peng both signed ten-year contracts, including the years they spent studying.
Yao Chen was completely relieved.
She knew that Dong Xuan and Zhou Yan had a close relationship.
Cui Peng and Zhou Yan were college roommates and were closer to each other than he was.
If they can sign, why can't I?
Yao Chen is a man of action. After confirming the authenticity of the matter, he immediately contacted Zhou Yan and expressed his intention to sign a contract.
"I'm not in a hurry. You should think it over carefully. After all, it's a ten-year contract. You should discuss it with your family."
"No need," Yao Chen refused directly.
"Alright then, go straight to the company now, and I'll talk to them."
"Okay," Yao Chen thought with delight.
After hanging up the phone, Zhou Yan immediately called Fang Mengya.
Fang Mengya manages all matters concerning the company's artists.
After receiving the call, Fang Mengya said that she already knew.
At this time, Yao Chen and Ling Xiaosu had just finished arguing and were in a state of cold war.
Therefore, Yao Chen went directly to [Nanhua Film and Television] without notifying the other party.
Everything went very smoothly.
After Yao Chen arrived at [Nanhua Film and Television], he was personally received by Fang Mengya.
Fang Mengya thought it was another boss lady, but after getting to know her, she realized she wasn't and had really overthought things!