The administrative building of Xiangnan Television.
Xiangnan Television, which should have closed long ago, was brightly lit tonight.
"Explain to me, what in the world is going on? After all our hard work, are we just making wedding dresses for others?"
Director Zhao was yelling angrily.
He had originally thought that Wang Shu would never recover, but he never expected that Wang Shu could gain millions of fans with a single Weibo post!
In the end, their Xiangnan Television seemed like a fool, having spent money to market Wang Shu.
"Director Zhao, we followed your instructions this time, and this Wang Shu really has no substantial negative material!"
The employees in the public relations department also looked helpless. They had done everything according to Director Zhao's requirements.
But no one expected things to turn out this way. Of course, this was mainly because this Wang Shu really had no handle to grasp.
He didn't engage in gambling, drugs, or promiscuity. In today's entertainment industry, he was practically a clear stream.
A model of morality in the entertainment circle, no doubt.
How could they possibly bring down such a person?
"Incompetent is incompetent, that's not an excuse! The reputation of our Xiangnan Satellite TV cannot be ruined like this!"
Director Zhao pointed at the noses of the public relations employees and scolded them. In his opinion, it was entirely the fault of these useless employees.
If it weren't for their poor work, how could Wang Shu have made a comeback?
"From now on, you will monitor Wang Shu's every move 24 hours a day. As soon as he does anything that violates morals or laws, expose it directly! I want to see if this guy is really some kind of saint!"
Director Zhao also said directly.
This time, he arranged for dedicated personnel to monitor Wang Shu. He didn't believe that in the cesspool of the entertainment industry, there would be a cat that doesn't steal fish!
...
Hangcheng City, Jiangnan Province.
The next morning, Wang Shu got up early and went for a walk by the lake behind the hotel.
After walking about half a circle by the lake, he received a strange call.
"Hello, Wang Shu, I'm the person you met at the television station yesterday!"
As soon as the call was connected, Wang Shu recognized the voice of the leader who had met him yesterday.
"Sir, do you have any instructions?"
"I've already sent a car to pick you up. We'll discuss the specifics when we get there!"
After speaking, the other party hung up the phone.
Wang Shu understood what the other party meant and then returned to the downstairs of the hotel.
As expected, a military version of a BJ40 was parked downstairs.
Wang Shu walked directly towards the car, stated his identity, and got in.
Along the way, Wang Shu only looked at the scenery outside the window, and no one chatted with him.
He didn't know where he was going, as the scenery along the way had changed from urban areas to forests and wasteland.
Upon arrival, Wang Shu was led by the driver into a camp and met the leader he had seen yesterday.
Unlike yesterday, the leader today was wearing a military uniform.
"He Guang!"
He Guang introduced himself directly and extended his hand to Wang Shu.
"Officer He! What is the meaning of today?"
Wang Shu asked, somewhat confused, but he also shook the other person's hand.
"I investigated yesterday and found that your company is filming a military-themed TV series. I'm interested."
He Guang said directly to Wang Shu.
Wang Shu was shocked by He Guang's words. He didn't expect the other party to investigate so thoroughly that they even looked into the TV series he was filming.
"I don't quite understand what you mean?"
Wang Shu was a little confused by the incomprehensible words.
"We have reviewed the script for your drama. The military intends to invest in your drama!"
He Guang explained with a helpless shake of his head.
Wang Shu was once again shocked to hear this. Wow, he was having a double harvest.
Not only was his song appreciated, but now his TV series was also being recognized.
At this moment, Wang Shu couldn't be happier. With the military's approval, it meant that his TV series would have a strong backing.
Even during the review process, it would not only pass smoothly but also receive special attention.
This was truly a case of good things coming in pairs!
"That's wonderful. Thank you for your support, Officer He!"
Wang Shu said directly.
With those words from the other party, half of the TV series was a success. Even if they didn't contribute a single cent, just having their name attached would be a huge boost.
Not only would it not be hard to sell, but many TV stations would be fighting to get it.
"The reason I called you here today is for these two matters: first, to record the song, and second, to let you see if the environment here is suitable as a filming location for you."
He Guang said to Wang Shu.
"It's suitable. It's absolutely perfect here. Thank you for the country's support!"
Wang Shu was extremely fond of the place. It was hundreds of times better than the imitations at Long Island Film City.
He had originally worried whether he could achieve the desired effect at Long Island Film City. Now that he had the support of the military, his biggest concern was resolved.
"Since there are no problems, we'll sign the contract later, and then I'll go with you to record your song!"
Seeing Wang Shu agree, He Guang said very happily.
After signing the contract, they drove Wang Shu directly to the professional music recording department to record the song.
"You are truly a talented young man. Have you considered joining our army?"
Along the way, He Guang asked Wang Shu.
Talented young men like Wang Shu could indeed serve in the army in civilian positions, doing propaganda work.
"Although every man has a dream of serving in the military, I am more suited to being a wanderer in the mortal world right now."
Wang Shu indirectly refused.
"Are you worried about your illness?"
He Guang said directly at this moment.
Wang Shu was no longer surprised that He Guang knew about his cancer. After all, he had fainted on stage, and such information could be found by checking with the hospital.
"Yes, I don't want to cause trouble for the country!"
Wang Shu said with a smile.
"It's a pity. If you weren't ill, I would definitely have you tempered in the military camp!"
He Guang said with regret on his face.
From their brief interaction, He Guang could already feel a sense of vicissitude and maturity in this young man that surpassed his peers.
"Report, a mysterious vehicle is tracking us!"
At this moment, the driver suddenly said.
He Guang's gaze turned cold, and he looked at the rearview mirror.
"Are they following you?"
After looking, He Guang turned to Wang Shu and asked.
Wang Shu was even more stunned.
He hadn't even considered that someone would be following him. Could it be paparazzi?
"How do you want to deal with them?"
Seeing Wang Shu's bewildered look, He Guang continued to ask with a smile.
"I want to know what they want!"
Wang Shu replied.
He really wanted to know who was following him.
Then, He Guang's car directly forced the car behind them to stop. He then took out his handgun, got out of the car, and walked towards them.
Inside the stopped car were several public relations staff from Xiangnan Television from last night.
When they saw a person in military uniform holding a pistol approaching them, they were all stunned.
They were just taking photos; it wasn't worth risking their lives, was it?
...
Two minutes later, the three people in the car were squatting on the ground with their hands on their heads, trembling.
Wang Shu stood beside them, looking curious.
"Speak, what is your purpose!"
He Guang said coldly.
"I'll tell you everything, I'll confess. We are employees of Xiangnan Television. This mission was arranged by Director Zhao. He wants us to capture all of Wang Shu's negative material!"
As soon as He Guang finished speaking, the other party confessed everything with a trembling voice.
"It's Director Zhao again. This guy is putting so much effort into me!"
Upon hearing the name Director Zhao, Wang Shu was furious.
Not only had this guy been making things difficult for him repeatedly, but now he was even sending people to track him and steal his negative material.
He was truly a despicable person. How could Xiangnan Television have such a person as a director?
"Stay put here. I will hand you over to the police. You're on your own!"
Wang Shu had no intention of letting them off so easily.
However, these people were just following orders, so he could only mete out minor punishment to these guys.
Afterward, he, along with He Guang, arrived at the place to record the song.
Then, the complete version of "The Lone Brave" was recorded.
When he returned to the hotel, Xiao Su had already woken up.
Seeing Wang Shu return from outside, she looked confused.
"Boss, where did you go today?"
Xiao Su asked, confused. He really didn't know where his boss had gone early in the morning.
"I went to talk business. Xiao Su, we're going to be rich!"
Although he was tired this morning, Wang Shu was very happy. He playfully flicked Xiao Su's nose and said.
"Rich in what?"
Xiao Su became even more confused. Her boss had only gone out for the morning, and now he was saying they were going to be rich upon his return.
After returning to the hotel, Wang Shu took a shower, then picked up the breakfast Xiao Su had brought him and wolfed it down.
He then contacted Zhang Yimou and told him that the military camp scenes could be filmed at a real military camp in Hangzhou.
When Zhang Yimou heard this news, he was even more excited.
He had already seen the location at Long Island Film City, and it could not fully present the best results.
He had been pondering how to solve this problem, but he didn't expect Wang Shu to find a solution so quickly.
The moment he heard Wang Shu's words, he even felt that Wang Shu was bragging.
However, Wang Shu's tone was serious and didn't seem like he was joking.
"Boss, you are so damn awesome! You even have connections with the military. I'm impressed!"
Zhang Yimou was incredibly impressed. He really wanted to know who this boss, younger than him, truly was.