bestfiction Chapter 45, "Cellphone," is released.
Chapter 45, "Cellphone," is released.
It was already afternoon when I left China Film Group. The winter sun brought a touch of warmth, but the air was still chilly.
After getting into the car, Fu Yibai rubbed his temples.
"Mr. Fu, shall we go back to the company?"
"From the driver's seat," Liu Yan asked softly.
She wore a light brown wool coat today, which made her skin look fair. Her hair was soft and flowing over her shoulders, and her profile was serene and beautiful.
"Um."
Fu Yibai responded and closed his eyes.
The car drove smoothly.
"No Country for Old Men" has passed censorship in China, and the next step is to fully prepare for the Berlin Film Festival.
Upon returning to Chenxi Media, Fu Yibai immediately threw himself into his demanding work.
He first summoned Wang Peng and asked him to prepare the application materials for Berlin, and to apply immediately once "No Country for Old Men" was approved.
He then spent an afternoon reviewing the company's monthly reports on various business operations, signing documents, and listening to brief reports from several department heads.
After finishing these tasks, the streetlights outside the window were already on.
Fu Yibai leaned back in his chair, just about to catch his breath, when his personal cell phone vibrated.
It's Hu Jing.
"Feed?"
"Director Fu~"
Hu Jing's voice came through the receiver, carrying obvious excitement and a hint of coquetry.
"My scenes wrapped up early for today! I'm heading back to Beijing! Are you... free tonight?"
Since the celebration banquet, Hu Jing has become much bolder when facing Fu Yibai, and her admiration and dependence on him are almost undisguised.
Fu Yibai checked his schedule and found that he indeed had no plans for the evening.
Even after a long day of intense work, he needs to relax.
"Yeah, just finished. Where are you?"
"I'm home! I just got back and tidied up a bit."
Hu Jing's voice became even more cheerful.
"You haven't eaten yet, have you? I... I tried making a few dishes, I don't know if they'll suit your taste..."
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She seemed a little embarrassed, yet full of anticipation.
Fu Yibai was somewhat surprised; he hadn't expected Hu Jing to be able to cook.
"Okay, I'll be there in a bit."
"Okay! I'll wait for you!"
Hu Jing's voice was so sweet it was like honey was dripping from it.
After hanging up the phone, Fu Yibai said to Liu Yan, who was waiting quietly to the side.
"You don't need to follow me tonight. You should go home and get some rest early."
Liu Yan lowered her eyes, her long eyelashes trembled, and she responded softly.
"Okay, Mr. Fu. Would you like me to call a car for you?"
"No need, I'll drive myself."
Liu Yan said no more, silently tidied up Fu Yibai's desk, packed the documents he needed to take into his briefcase, and then left the office.
Fu Yibai drove to Hu Jing's apartment.
Hu Jing had indeed prepared a table of dishes. Although they looked ordinary, they were steaming hot, showing that she had put thought into them.
She wore a soft loungewear outfit, with no makeup, her hair loosely tied up, and her cheeks flushed from being busy and looking forward. She lacked the glamour of a star, but had a lot more of the approachable charm of a girl next door.
"Director Fu, try this, it might... it might not taste as good as what you get outside."
Hu Jing nervously handed him the chopsticks, her eyes sparkling as she looked at him.
Fu Yibai took a few bites; the taste was indeed just average, but the sentiment behind it made all the difference.
"Good job, thank you for your hard work."
The simple comment made Hu Jing so happy that her eyes curved into crescent moons.
After the meal, Hu Jing didn't rush to clean up as usual. Instead, she made tea, snuggled up to Fu Yibai, and told him about the fun things that happened on set, her hopes for the future, and her anxiety about receiving offers for new roles.
As night deepened, the warm and casual conversation naturally took on a romantic and enchanting atmosphere.
Hu Jing was more skilled and bolder in taking the initiative than last time.
She seemed eager to prove her "worth," not just as an actress, but also as a woman who could bring him relaxation and joy.
Her body was soft and warm, carrying the fragrance of a post-bath shower, and her response was passionate and candid.
Unlike Fan Binbin's charming style, Hu Jing's devotion carries a sense of wholehearted dedication, as if she is giving him everything in exchange for his affection and attention.
Fu Yibai enjoyed this undisguised dependence and enthusiasm.
With Hu Jing, he doesn't need to think about complex business games and industry infighting; he only needs to feel the most direct warmth and relaxation.
On December 3, 2003, Wang Peng personally delivered the news that "No Country for Old Men" had successfully passed the content review to Fu Yibai's desk.
A week later, the Berlin Film Festival's registration system officially confirmed that it had received the film materials and that the film would enter the preliminary review stage.
A huge weight was finally lifted off Fu Yibai's shoulders.
On December 17, "Cellphone" began its nationwide release.
Yesterday, Huayi Brothers held the premiere of "Cellphone", and Fu Yibai was invited.
Although he is now at odds with Huayi, he still attended the event in formal attire.
At the premiere, Wang Zhongjun and he chatted and laughed, showing no signs of tension, as if their previous rivalry had never happened.
Fu Yibai was already adept at this kind of superficial work.
Perhaps it was because Fan Binbin's outstanding performance in "Caught in the Web" garnered him many fans.
So much so that many people went to the cinema on the opening day of "Cellphone" just because of her.
"Cell Phone" performed well at the box office on its opening day, reaching 305 million yuan. Market predictions suggest that the final box office will reach between 60 million and 70 million yuan.
In the days that followed, Fu Yibai focused most of his energy on wrapping up Chenxi Media's year-end operations and planning for the new year.
Fan Binbin continued her life as a frequent flyer, busy promoting the movie "Cellphone".
The two rarely saw each other, but every night on the phone, her voice was always filled with a tired yet satisfied smile, and she was full of anticipation for the future of fighting alongside Fu Yibai after the contract was terminated.
Hu Jing's new drama won't wrap up until the end of the year. Whenever she returns to Beijing, she always contacts Fu Yibai immediately.
She seemed to have completely abandoned her reserve, wholeheartedly playing the role of a "gentle haven," comforting Fu Yibai's body and mind after his intense work in her own way.
Liu Yan continues to play the role of the most reliable and quietest shadow.
She never actively asked for anything, yet the emotions in her eyes gradually deepened.
Zeng Li... this name seems to have been truly buried by time, never to be heard from again.