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Chapter 433 - Chapter 433 Chapter 422 Script

Chapter 433: Chapter 422 Script Chapter 433: Chapter 422 Script Lu Jiaxin went for a drive to the seaside with Nie Zhan in the evening. When they were ready to head back, Nie Zhan gave her the screenplay and reminded her to go to sleep early and not to stay up too late.

On the surface, Lu Jiaxin agreed wholeheartedly, but as soon as she got back, she couldn’t wait to start reading the screenplay. The main character’s family troubles and education weren’t a large part of the screenplay; the exciting parts began once she entered the workforce.

The screenwriter had written three cases, and after reading them, Lu Jiaxin thought they were brilliantly done. Each case was meaningful and also represented the main character’s growth.

She immediately called Yan Yihua. To her surprise, the other party laughed upon answering her call, “Boss, Mr. Nie just told me you would call and asked me to chat with you tomorrow. I didn’t believe him, but here you are calling indeed.”

Lu Jiaxin hadn’t expected Nie Zhan to be so thoughtful. She said, “I have three cases here that I don’t quite understand after reading them, so I wanted to ask for your advice.”

Looking at his watch, Yan Yihua said, “Boss, it’s already eleven-forty now. Tomorrow is Sunday, you don’t have classes, but I can come over and explain them to you in detail.”

This was a polite refusal. Indeed, there was no need to rush at this hour, and it wouldn’t be right to disturb his rest.

Lu Jiaxin, feeling embarrassed, replied, “Okay then, we’ll discuss it tomorrow morning.”

The next day, as Lu Jiaxin was having breakfast, Yan Yihua arrived. She asked with a smile, “Have you had breakfast yet? If not, let’s eat together.”

Yan Yihua didn’t stand on ceremony with Lu Jiaxin and replied with a smile, “I nibbled on a sandwich and had a cup of milk in the car. If you have more, I’ll have some too.”

Lu Jiaxin asked, “I have some pasta here. Shall I have the chef make you seafood pasta?”

Yan Yihua said there was no need for such trouble, he’d have whatever was available, “Those buns and porridge look good.”

Considering his tastes, Lu Jiaxin saw that he was willing to eat the buns and porridge, so she had the chef serve another portion. Whatever she had for breakfast, Wenfeng and the others had the same without any distinction.

Yan Yihua found the buns just average, but the seafood porridge was delicious, and he couldn’t help but eat two bowls. He wouldn’t normally have so much porridge, but since it was a restful Sunday, he didn’t have that concern.

After breakfast, Lu Jiaxin brought out the screenplay to discuss with him.

Having read the screenplay, Yan Yihua asked with a smile, “Boss, are you planning to make a movie?”

Lu Jiaxin didn’t deny it. She said, “Can you check for me if there’s anything wrong with the way the three cases are handled from a professional standpoint? If there are issues, they need to be corrected.”

When writing a workplace drama, it’s necessary to consult professionals. She didn’t want the movie she financed to be filled with fabrication. Even if the movie flopped and lost money, the plot had to be logical, and there could be no issues with the professional knowledge presented.

Yan Yihua took a serious look and, after finishing, stated that the legal terms and regulations were correct, but there were some issues with the narrative expression, and he made some revisions based on it.

Since Yan Yihua was dictating, Lu Jiaxin recorded what he said with a recorder to be sent to the screenwriter for revisions later.

Yan Yihua said with a smile, “Boss, I think this screenplay is very well written. If you agree, our law firm would be willing to provide professional advice for this movie.”

Mainly because Lu Jiaxin did everything with purpose and planning, unlike some young people who acted on a whim. He didn’t know the real purpose of Lu Jiaxin’s movie, but one thing was certain, she would hire the best directors and actors for this movie. Unlike Nie Jingting, who made movies based on what he assumed was correct, wanting the lead to be pleasing to the eye and the director someone he got along well with. In his opinion, Nie Jingting might as well invest money in movies–blindly throwing money could perhaps allow a blind cat to find a dead rat, earning back a little in return.

Lu Jiaxin joked, “For free?”

Without any hesitation, Yan Yihua said, “Yes, for free.”

Hongchang Law Firm in Hong Kong had an excellent reputation, and they were willing to provide free services for her film, so naturally, Lu Jiaxin wouldn’t turn it down, “Then it’s settled.”

After talking with Lu Jiaxin, Yan Yihua went to find his uncle. Although he felt that it was beneficial for the law firm, he still needed to inform his uncle.

Giving a movie free professional advice wasn’t a big deal since the boss was Lu Jiaxin, who had made them millions over the past two years. But he knew Yan Yihua’s character–all this effort surely meant he had some ideas.

Yan Yihua indeed had ideas; he wanted to expand his business into the entertainment industry, where those film and television stars were excellent clients. After all, celebrities had many disputes and lawsuits. His uncle, however, didn’t like people and affairs of the entertainment circle and didn’t value this business aspect. Since his start at the firm, his attempts to develop this segment had repeatedly faced setbacks.

Yan Hongchang really didn’t like the mess of the entertainment industry, which was why he was reluctant to get involved. However, as a boss, he needed to consider the future development of the law firm and said, “If you have ideas, then go ahead with them. Let me know if you need anything.”

His own children, one loved photography and traveled all over the world, and the other married early and took care of the household. Only his nephew, Yan Yihua, had inherited his mantle and was smart and capable. He planned to hand over the law firm to him in the future!

Lu Jiaxin met with the screenwriter, and after they communicated, the screenwriter revised the script again. After two revisions, the script met Lu Jiaxin’s requirements.

With the script finalized, the next step was to find a director. Lu Jiaxin had someone in mind for some time, which was Director Qi, who had made many classic Hong Kong dramas. Although Director Qi had started making movies, he wasn’t as famous as he would be later. However, Lu Jiaxin believed in his strength.

Nie Zhan wasn’t familiar with the entertainment circle. Hearing that she had a candidate in mind, he nodded and said, “Leave it to Tian Pengyu, let him talk to this Mr. Qi.”

This Tian Pengyu was the General Manager of Wanting Film and Television. Nie Jingting only cared about making movies; Tian handled the overall coordination and logistics.

Lu Jiaxin said, “As long as he agrees, we can negotiate the remuneration.”

Nie Zhan knew she was generous and said with a smile, “It can’t be too high, though. An increase of ten to twenty percent on his original pay should be enough. However, if the film sells well, we can give him a generous bonus later.”

These weren’t just verbal agreements; they needed to be incorporated into the contract.

When Tian Pengyu approached Director Qi, the director refused without even considering it. Who didn’t know that Wanting Film and Television was a vanity project created by the fourth young master of the Nie Family? The movies Nie Jingting made were as bad as dogshit, but the man had money and connections, so even the worst films made it to theaters. It was different for him; filmmaking was his lifelong career, and he didn’t want to be associated with Nie Jingting.

Seeing that Director Qi refused before he could even speak, Tian Pengyu knew there was a misunderstanding and said with a smile, “Mr. Qi, this movie is one that our third young master’s girlfriend wants to make, the fourth young master isn’t involved.”

Director Qi asked with some disbelief, “The fourth young master isn’t starring in it?”

“Yes, the fourth young master isn’t starring. Miss Lu also said we will only choose the suitable lead.”

If that was the case, it might be worth taking a look at the script. Mainly because Nie Zhan had a significant reputation in Hong Kong, and Lu Jiaxin was known for her generosity. If the script was good, then they could talk.

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