Chapter 158: Xi Yuanyuan's Concern

"I'm finally going home!"

Chen Fang's mind could finally relax a little.

Two whole months of filming!

Even with the help of the acting skill card, he still found the filming process quite taxing.

After all.

He had never touched this industry before.

Before this, Chen Fang's understanding of the film and television circle was mostly limited to actresses; he was quite unfamiliar with actual shooting.

Still, he had to admit.

During these past two months, Chen Fang had learned a great deal.

He was no longer a novice to acting; instead, he was now able to draw upon some cultural and entertainment knowledge from Earth to offer unique insights.

Of course.

Xi Dong had also taken Chen Fang's suggestions very seriously.

Strictly speaking.

There were three screenwriters for *Three Lives Three Worlds*: first was the original screenwriter of the script, followed by Xi Dong and Chen Fang.

"Congratulations on successfully wrapping up!"

Xi Dong raised his glass.

At the celebration banquet.

Most people wore joyful and delighted expressions, but a tiny minority looked rather displeased. These few individuals were crew production assistants sent by Chuangxiang Entertainment. Although the leading actor and actress had been replaced, Chuangxiang Entertainment remained one of the financial backers.

Seeing Chen Fang perform so brilliantly in the crew naturally made them feel bitter, and the thought that a portion of their company's investment was going into Chen Fang's paycheck made them even more resentful.

However, lacking status and influence.

These people could not say much.

Chen Fang sat beside Xi Dong, surrounded by the main cast members at the table.

The main reason they were able to successfully wrap up in just two months was that the actors present possessed rock-solid acting skills, with many shots being completed in a single take without the need for retakes.

Chen Fang also indulged in a rare drink.

Chen Fang generally abstained from smoking and drinking.

He would only drink a little when alone with Ji Mei.

Today, however, was truly worth celebrating.

A little alcohol was well deserved.

On one hand.

Chen Fang's fifty-million-yuan salary would be deposited today.

According to Xi Dong, the money would first be transferred to Future Stardom's account, and after processing by Future Stardom's finance department, the remaining sum would be deposited into Chen Fang's bank card.

The contract Chen Fang signed with Future Stardom did not mention a percentage split for film and television works, and since Chen Fang had personally contacted Xi Dong to secure the slot for *Three Lives Three Worlds* without Future Stardom contributing any effort.

Therefore.

Future Stardom would not take a large share.

Chen Fang would be able to pocket at least forty million.

On the other hand.

Chen Fang was extremely satisfied with his debut television series.

For these two reasons, Chen Fang couldn't help but have a few extra cups today. However, thanks to his body being modified by the physical enhancement liquid, this amount of alcohol had no chance of making him drunk.

The banquet came to an end.

Chen Fang bid farewell to everyone and returned to his hotel.

During the filming period, he had basically cut off contact with the outside world, devoting himself entirely to the production. Over the past two months, he had no idea how things were going at the company and with Pang Tong.

Chen Fang called Xi Yuanyuan first.

Xi Yuanyuan was also very busy.

Although Chen Fang didn't need her to worry about him, she was still Wang Situ's manager. Over the past two months, she had been run off her feet managing Wang Situ's schedule, and naturally, Wang Situ's schedule had been so packed that her daily routine was completely thrown into disorder.

In the span of two months.

Wang Situ had filmed ten commercial endorsement promotional videos, attended eleven singer galas, and made two live fan meet-and-greet appearances.

When Chen Fang called Xi Yuanyuan, she and Wang Situ had just finished an event and were preparing to head back to the company.

However.

There was an upside to this.

The biggest advantage was that Wang Situ suddenly had money.

Nowadays, Wang Situ had not only transferred her father to a VIP ward but, with the help of her vast fan base and netizens, had also contacted a foreign neurologist, making it seem quite possible for Wang Jiawei to recover his mobility.

This was monumental news.

The catch, however, was this.

The consultation fee for this neurologist was extraordinarily high.

At Wang Situ's current earning rate, it would likely take her several years to accumulate enough.

Precisely because of this.

Even though Wang Situ's head was spinning from exhaustion, she still wanted Xi Yuanyuan to help arrange more schedule slots, and Xi Yuanyuan could only do her best to manage them.

"You still need to take care of your health."

"Besides, she is a singer. Once I get back, her focus must still remain on singing."

Chen Fang admonished.

Xi Yuanyuan naturally understood.

Looking at the night view outside his hotel room, Chen Fang realized it was already late August. Before he knew it, autumn was almost upon them, and the weather had shifted from the stifling heat of his arrival to a refreshing breeze, with many frail people even slipping into light jackets.

Time flies truly fast!

Chen Fang felt a sense of trance.

It seemed like already three months had passed since he transmigrated here.

Suddenly.

Over the phone.

Xi Yuanyuan seemed to remember something. "I have two pieces of news here—one is good news, and the other is bad news. Which one would you like to hear first?"

Chen Fang was in a good mood today, so he didn't want bad news to ruin it. "Tell me the good news first."

"The good news is that you have been nominated for the year-end music awards ceremony, and President Qian has made inquiries through various channels, indicating that you have a high probability of winning the Annual Best Newcomer Singer-Songwriter Award. However, this news isn't 100% guaranteed; after all, it's still a long way from the end of the year, and perhaps changes along the way might cause you to lose the award."

Despite saying that, Xi Yuanyuan still had a lot of confidence in Chen Fang.

After all.

Chen Fang deserved this award without a shadow of a doubt.

If Chen Fang didn't end up winning this award, it wouldn't be Chen Fang's loss—it would be the loss of the music ceremony's organizers.

Chen Fang acknowledged this with a hum.

Qian Youlai had mentioned this matter to him before, but he hadn't expected the ceremony details to be finalized as early as August.

"What about the bad news?"

Chen Fang asked.

"The bad news is that the company's film and television department is almost finished being restructured. President Qian means that as soon as you return from Hengdian and rest for a short while, you'll need to prepare to start filming the company's new movie. You won't have much vacation time to rest."

Xi Yuanyuan's tone carried a hint of schadenfreude.

Yet shortly after.

Thinking of Le Mi's brooding face, she lost her cheer.

Chen Fang was stunned.

That really was bad news!

He wouldn't have time to rest.

According to Chen Fang's estimation, gathering the crew for the film and television department before the end of this year would already be quite a feat. He never expected that in just two months, Le Mi would have whipped the department into shape.

One had to admit, the pulling power of the older generation of artists remained formidable.

If Le Mi casually went out and shouted: "My grandfather is the former director of the Broadcasting and Film Bureau," pretty much any director, production assistant, and screenwriter with a shred of renown would gladly report to Future Stardom.

These people weren't giving face to Future Stardom; they were giving face to Le Gusi.

Furthermore.

Le Gusi also held shares in Future Stardom.

With this connection in place.

Future Stardom didn't have to worry at all about lacking personnel.

"How long can I rest?"

Chen Fang checked the date.

He didn't want to return to downtown Beijing just yet.

He wanted to take Ji Mei and fly straight from Hengdian to travel in other cities.

"At most half a month," Xi Yuanyuan replied.

Currently.

The personnel for the film and television department were basically assembled, and the funds had been in place long ago. As long as the actors were ready, shooting could commence at any time.

As the male lead, Chen Fang naturally could not be absent.

"Alright, I'll be back in half a month."

Half a month should be enough.

"Didn't you wrap up filming? Aren't you coming back tomorrow?"

Xi Yuanyuan asked, puzzled.

Chen Fang replied with a smile, "I want to take this opportunity to visit some other cities. I've grown this old and never been out traveling before."

Xi Yuanyuan fell silent for a moment. "Well, as long as you have a plan in mind."

Hanging up the phone.

Xi Yuanyuan let out a sigh.

Having not seen Chen Fang for two months, she really felt a bit unaccustomed to it. She had thought Chen Fang would return tomorrow, but she hadn't expected him to turn around and go traveling instead.