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Chapter 692 - 694: Hype (3)
Chapter 692 - 694: Hype (3)
Chapter 692: Chapter 694: Hype (3)
“And the movies and TV, the pay scale isn’t exactly high to begin with. If my reputation is affected, and the movie fails, the cuts are going to continue.”
“Yeah, it’s your issue, what does it have to do with me?” Sixing even chuckled as he said this, looking quite pleased.
At this point, even Feifei could tell there was something different – was Sixing trying to…blackmail?
Huang Mi took a step forward: “Mr. Yu, you invested in this film, throwing nearly 200 million into it. You surely don’t want that money to go down the drain, do you?”
“I think, what’s most important in a movie are the director, script, and actors. As long as these three aspects are solid, even if you are reviled for taking advantage of a national calamity, people will still buy tickets. Moreover, with the current high level of interest, it’s actually a good opportunity for the movie.”
Although Huang Mi managed his emotions well, trying his best to maintain his composure, sweat had already begun to bead at his temples.
He was now convinced that Sixing was undoubtedly the one bankrolling Feifei. If not, he wouldn’t be so brazen and demanding.
He hesitated, then said: “Mr. Yu, how about this: for the next film produced by the company, I will reduce my pay by 50%.”
He currently received 30 million per film, so a 30% reduction would mean he will be giving up 15 million.
In exchange for Sixing’s non-interference and Feifei’s lack of over-the-top promotion, he felt that this was a reasonable price.
However, Sixing looked completely calm, as if 20 million was a small sum, especially for someone of his star power, reputation, and ticket-selling ability. It was simply too stingy by any standards.
He even casually opened a bottle of water and took a couple of sips.
Huang Mi gritted his teeth: “Three films! I promise, for the next three movies produced by your company, I will reduce my pay by 50% for all of them.”
Three films, that’s 45 million. This price would be enough to handle public relations no matter where he went. His assistant beside him was shocked: “Brother Mi… don’t you need to discuss with the company and the agent first?”
Huang Mi’s face hardened: “Mr. Yu, my word is my bond.”
Only then did Sixing look up at him, his expression indifferent: “Mr. Huang, why are you looking at me? I’m not the implicated party here. This matter, you should be discussing with Miss Xue first.”
Huang Mi was a little stunned; did this mean he would also have to offer resources to Feifei?
Without hesitation he promptly said, “Rest assured, Mr. Yu, Miss Xue is a good actress, she’s beautiful, hard-working and loyal. Although I don’t have much influence, I do know a few directors and producers. If I get the chance to work with Miss Xue again, I’ll definitely take it. It’s just that, we’re currently involved in this romantic rumour, and if we act in another film together, won’t that imply…”
“The clean don’t fear the slander. Besides, avoiding taking on roles together because of minor rumours, won’t that just invite more discussion?”
Sixing looked at Huang Mi calmly. Huang Mi hesitated briefly before quickly nodding, “I understand. For the next few films, anywhere I can help Miss Xue, I will do my utmost.”
Although it was mere verbal agreement, Sixing wasn’t worried about him reneging, he even insincerely said, “Thank you then. Ah, speaking of it, I guess it’s really tough on you too, considering she was your girlfriend for seven years.”