Chapter 47: Chapter 47: Preparing for the Movie

This has become even more of a joke.

People on the internet can’t stop laughing, but it has also led more people to flood into Zhu Zhuting’s husband’s livestreams, invisibly boosting their fame,

but sales have fallen!

As soon as the show ended, Zhu Zhuting called her husband, rubbed her temples, and said weakly, “Don’t scold the child. He’s not wrong. His Christmas wish every year is for us not to quarrel. We pay attention to everything about the child, except for our tempers. It’s normal for him to be scared.”

“I know… let’s stop marketing ourselves as a loving couple.”

“Alright. We’ve been in the spotlight a lot lately, let’s take it slow.”

“Okay.”

Zhu Zhuting hung up the phone with him.

Feeling helpless.

They truly grew up together.

Their relationship is indeed good.

The affection shown in the livestreams is real.

The hysterical arguments in private are real too.

The divorce is also real…

Neither has cheated; they haven’t even found new partners yet. The reason for the divorce is absurd.

Hoping that after the divorce, they can respect each other.

Stop arguing in front of the child, but they have to keep up with the times with their livestreaming. Being a top streamer comes with great pressure; they always exhibit love on the stream, but feel like it’s work to say anything sweet in private.

After multiple breakdowns, Zhu Zhuting couldn’t take it and asked for a divorce. So far, only the two of them know. Her entry into the entertainment industry this time is largely to gradually separate their careers.

The couple works in the same place.

They have to say sweet things every day.

It’s practically maddening.

Zhu Zhuting doesn’t know how others do it. They’ve known each other for over thirty years and aren’t naturally expressive about love. When they began expressing affection in the livestreams, their relationship indeed improved, and they were even more in love in private, but when a beautiful thing becomes a burden, it’s easy to get frustrated and want to go crazy.

Fortunately, they never took it out on their child.

So the child has always been confident and unreserved, daring to speak his mind freely. Everyone also thinks Wenwen is a warm man because he feels a lot of love, but this love seems to come with too much uncertainty.

Zhu Zhuting covered her eyes.

She was tired.

“Mom, I’m sorry.” Zhu Wenzhen stood by the bed, apologizing, tears glistening in his eyes.

Zhu Zhuting sat cross-legged on the bed, reaching out to her son.

Zhu Wenzhen walked up and hugged his mom.

Zhu Zhuting ruffled his hair, “Son, expressing your wishes isn’t wrong. You’re still young, and I’ve always hoped you’d be honest and freely express your thoughts and ideas. Plus, what you said was true. Your dad and I do argue; we’re also new to this, and haven’t handled our emotions well, causing you trouble. We apologize and have tried to change, but haven’t succeeded yet. This time, your dad and I promise to work hard on this.”

“Mom…” Zhu Wenzhen sniffled.

Zhu Zhuting touched his nose lightly, smiling gently, “Don’t cry, Pig Hero is very optimistic and upbeat. Your dad called me just now, praising your honesty and letting us realize our mistakes. That’s far more important than making money, you know?”

“Mmm, mmm, mmm!” Zhu Wenzhen hugged his mom tightly, feeling super happy.

Zhu Zhuting slowly exhaled a breath of relief.

The external judgments will pass; she should know who’s most important.

*

Mu Ran’s room.

After showering, she opened her computer and started typing away as she had a solid outline. When inspired, she wrote scripts rapidly.

The female lead was chosen, and as soon as the crew is prepared, they could start filming soon.

As for the male lead.

Ugh.

Mu Ran planned to consult others for suggestions.

It’s nine o’clock, and Xiao Jin should be sleeping; Mu Ran didn’t wish to wake him, so she went to the hotel lobby with her laptop to type, organizing her thoughts briefly.

She then told Jiao Yuyao.

It’s time to start work, sharing her current requirements for the team with him, and allowing them to discuss and bring any inspirations to her.

Meanwhile, Mu Ran called Feng Qikuo.

“Hey, why aren’t you asleep yet? I saw you scared and tired today. I thought you’d be sleeping early,” Feng Qikuo teased.

“You’re something else. Can’t get enough of making fun of me, right?” Mu Ran rolled her eyes, “I have something serious to discuss with you.”

“Speak!”

“Didn’t you want me to include someone in the crew? Send me the basic information and video clips about him, so I can see if he fits into the existing role or if I should create a new one. If possible, let me have a video chat with him. It’s my first time encountering such a situation in a film I invested in, where I have previously designed characters for others outside of university.”

Ugh, she’s truly fallen.

“You’re shooting a new movie so soon?” Feng Qikuo asked, surprised, “Didn’t you say you had no inspiration before?”

“I have some today.”

“Today?”

“Yes.”

“What is it?”

“A horror film.”

Silence. A long silence.

Feng Qikuo didn’t know what to say, not forgetting to remind her, “You know horror film subjects face restrictions, right?”

“Of course I know, but lately, they’ve been loosening up to compete against foreign films, haven’t they?” Mu Ran said, having reviewed the current policies, “Why do you think I’m coming to you? Obviously, to help me get the approval! This time, I’m not only giving your recommended actor a good role but also mentoring him—isn’t that generous?”

“Stop trying to trick me. It’s really hard for horror films to get released these days. If you shoot it, it’ll have very limited screenings.”

“No matter, I could still win awards.”

Feng Qikuo: “…”

She was tempted to pour some cold water on her enthusiasm.

But every film by Mu Ran wins highly prestigious awards.

“Approvals are difficult.”

“Difficult doesn’t mean impossible. You help me get the approval, and I’ll tell you who my chosen actress is, so you can sign her and earn a fortune afterward.”

Anyone who stars as her leading lady.

Becomes popular.

“I’ll give it a try.”

The temptation was too great for Feng Qikuo to refuse.

Not to mention, the restrictions on horror films are indeed easing, and it’s an undeniable fact. The domestic film market has slightly improved due to the ban on foreign films, and now with the negotiations to allow foreign films, domestic films must rise strongly to compete.

And Mu Ran is a critical card in the film industry.

If she shoots a horror film, as long as it’s not too gory and with some strategic moves, it can pass.

“Send me your movie’s synopsis and basic materials. I’ll arrange something. I’ll also forward the WeChat of that rich second-generation actor to you so you can chat with him over video.”

“OK.”

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