With the advertising fees from Jiang Tuan arriving, a portion of the construction funds for the new park was finally in place.
However, there was still a shortfall from the final amount, and it was at this precise moment that another brand approached Yang Lin.
"Director Yang, hello. I'm Wang Yujiao, the owner of Wang Wangwang Pet Supplies. I've contacted you before," the young woman, dressed fashionably, announced as she entered the office.
This immediately made Yang Lin recall that a dog food company had previously sought endorsement from the 'Wang Wang Team.'
"I remember you. But as I mentioned on the phone, dog food is different from other products. You must ensure your dog food contains no harmful ingredients, and only after its quality meets our standards will we consider it."
As soon as Yang Lin finished speaking, the young woman produced a stack of documents from her bag.
"These are the test reports commissioned from three authoritative appraisal agencies."
"We can assure you that our pet food is produced strictly according to the highest national standards. It's not only edible for dogs but for humans as well."
As if sensing Yang Lin's lingering doubt, she took out a can of dog treats from her bag and proceeded to eat some in front of him.
Witnessing this, Yang Lin was immediately filled with respect, and a thought sprang to his mind.
This woman is formidable.
"Uh, that's sufficient, Miss Wang. I believe your product quality meets our standards. We will accept this endorsement."
"Regarding your endorsement fee..."
Before Yang Lin could finish, Wang Yujiao spoke proactively.
"Our initial endorsement fee is 3 million. Additionally, we hope, like Jiang Tuan Food Delivery, that your park will film an advertisement for us, for which we will pay an extra 2 million for filming costs."
"Furthermore, we will sponsor the Wang Wang Team with dog food for an entire year."
As soon as Wang Yujiao finished speaking, Yang Lin extended his right hand.
"Deal!"
Setting aside the other terms, the last condition alone was irresistible.
Little did he know how much the eight dogs belonging to Li Goudan had become ravenous after awakening their talents; he was spending nearly a hundred thousand yuan a month just on their food.
Of course, more importantly, her pet food products were genuinely safe, which was the most crucial aspect for Yang Lin.
If it were some low-quality, internet-hyped pet food, he wouldn't have accepted it, no matter how much the endorsement fee was.
"Miss Wang, please return and await our news. It should take about two days for us to complete the advertisement shoot."
Upon hearing Yang Lin's words, Wang Yujiao repeatedly expressed her gratitude.
She had initially doubted Yang Lin would accept her endorsement request, as they were not a large corporation like Jiang Tuan Food Delivery.
Considering the current popularity of the Wang Wang Team and the influence of the Xihong Zoo, the price she offered did not seem to offer much competitive advantage.
Yet, she hadn't expected Yang Lin to agree so readily.
She still felt it was somewhat unreal even as she walked out of Xihong Zoo.
Shortly after Wang Yujiao departed, Yang Lin summoned Cow and Horse again.
"We've just received another client request. This time, we'll be filming a dog food advertisement."
Hearing this, Cow and Horse immediately became excited.
When they were working in the film industry, they wouldn't get business for six months or even a year.
Now, since joining Xihong Zoo, the work had been continuous.
Moreover, the previous successful Jiang Tuan advertisement had significantly boosted their morale.
"Old Yang, tell us what to do, and we'll do it your way. We'll follow your vision."
"Yes, we'll be your oxen and horses."
After speaking, the two of them felt that their words might have been a bit off.
"This time, our product is a conscientious dog food, so I plan to select the actors from the Wang Wang Team."
"As for the theme, I've already thought of it: 'A Dog's Journey Home'."
"The main story will be about a stray dog adopted by someone who gets lost and searches for its way back home."
"All the events will occur on the journey home."
"This time, I intend to make the story a bit longer and include more animals."
As Yang Lin finished speaking, Cow and Horse's faces lit up with excitement.
"Besides the Wang Wang Team, will we be including other animals? Won't that cost more?"
"No additional cost. We'll consider it as promoting this conscientious dog food."
After saying this, Yang Lin suddenly stood up from his chair.
"Let's go, we're going to select the actors."
Seeing this, Cow and Horse quickly followed.
Before long, the three of them arrived at the park.
The first priority was to select the canine actors.
Perhaps the monkeys had let the word out, for as soon as Yang Lin approached the wolf enclosure, the dogs inside became incredibly excited.
"Boss, pick me, pick me!"
"I don't need much, just 30 catties of meat and bones."
"I'll take 20 catties!"
"I only want 10 catties!"
"Everyone, beat this guy up! He's got no ambition."
...
Looking at the dogs fighting each other before him, Yang Lin couldn't help but feel speechless.
With their increased intelligence, these creatures had become quite cunning, each comparable to a Border Collie.
He then turned his gaze to the trembling Golden Retriever in the corner.
As a new arrival, it hadn't awakened its talent yet, thus appearing exceptionally naive.
"You, yes, it's you. You'll be the lead actor this time."
"The rest of you don't need to fight. Every one of you will have a chance to appear, and you'll all get paid."
Upon hearing Yang Lin's words, the Wang Wang Team, which had been fighting moments ago, immediately stopped. Then, they looked at Yang Lin with expressions of pure joy.
At that moment, they seemed to envision mountains of meat and bones being poured before them.
After all, they had seen Gang Zi lying on a pile of carrots during their patrols.
They had been incredibly envious at the time.
As soon as Yang Lin finalized the protagonist for the advertisement, he quickly found other animals within the park.
These animals became increasingly excited upon learning that Yang Lin wanted them for an advertisement.
Yang Lin didn't need to say much to them.
In less than an hour, the most crucial casting issues were all resolved by Yang Lin.
As for the venue, it was even simpler for him.
Since the emphasis was on the journey home, he could film anywhere within the park. Xihong Zoo was vast enough to meet all filming requirements.
Thus, all that remained was to start filming.
Before long, Cow and Horse, along with Yang Lin, began the filming process in the park with their equipment.
This scene naturally attracted a large number of tourists visiting Xihong Zoo.
Upon learning that Yang Lin was directing the animals in filming a short advertisement, they cast curious glances.
PS: "A Dog's Journey Home" is a companion piece to "A Dog's Purpose," a highly recommended and excellent animal film.
Update complete. Goodnight, everyone.