Finale cocktail party

In the last half of the month, although there was no need to hurry up, everything was still going on in full swing. From the director to all the staff, no one relaxed, not to mention the boss promised that after the filming was over, he would treat everyone well.

Sure enough, after the last scene was filmed, Director Li immediately announced that the company would hold a finale cocktail party three days later. All cast and crew members were asked to participate as much as possible, and the assistant director also asked the assistants to contact those who left the crew early because of the end of the film.

Lu Yan was also among the people being notified. All his scenes had ended a week ago. He said hello and left the crew early.

Because he received this drama and was accommodated by the school leaders, Lu Yan completed his graduation ahead of schedule. He didn’t even attend the graduation ceremony, so naturally he didn’t receive his graduation certificate or anything. In performing arts schools, there were many such students every year, and it had long been commonplace.

Of course, the school’s apartment was also retired, so the first thing to do when he came back was to find a place to stay. Fortunately, Lu Yan had rented the house through an intermediary company in advance, so he wouldn’t end up on the streets as soon as he returned. He rented a single apartment of more than 30 square meters. The conditions were not too good or bad. He signed the contract for half a year. He pledged one for three. He didn’t know how long he could stay. If he was lucky, he may sign in to the brokerage company early, and maybe he would solve the accommodation problem, and then rent it out or return it.

After sorting out his residence casually, Lu Yan went back to school to go through some formalities that he hadn’t had time to do before. It took two days. After that, it took another day to try the play recommended by Gu Yang last time, and the effect was not bad. Then he contacted his former classmates and made an appointment for a good meal. In order not to be distracted when he was in the crew, Lu Yan’s mobile phone was turned off.

Xu Yongzhou did not come during the meal. After being teased by several buddies, he learned that Xu Yongzhou had received the role of the second male in an idol drama. It was said that he was originally auditioned for a small role, but when the director saw him, he felt that he fitted the role of the second man in the play. He immediately appointed him to play the second man. He was lucky.

Chen Yiming drank a lot, his tongue knotted a little, but he still poured into his mouth, while patting Lu Yan on the shoulder and said loudly, “I know that among us, you and Yongzhou are the most promising. Be a big star, don’t forget us.”

Lu Yan also drank a lot, but he was a good drinker, so he was still sober. He smiled lightly and patted Chen Yiming’s hand without saying anything. His heart darkened somewhat, and he really couldn’t take it lightly. That guy’s luck was as good as ever. he just hoped that the well water would not violate the river water in this life¹. Otherwise… Lu Yan’s eyes darkened.

He got up a bit late the next day. Just after he got something to fill his empty stomach, he received a call from the assistant, informing him that the final cocktail party was three days later. After Lu Yan agreed to attend the meeting, he hung up the phone.

Three days passed quickly.

The reception was set at a high-end hotel in the city, which was worthy of being a big company and a big deal.

Lu Yan put on the suit that he bought specially two days ago. It was not a particularly expensive brand. The styles and fabrics made him look young, making Lu Yan even more outstanding.

Lu Yan arrived on time, and as soon as he arrived, the reception began. After a few leaders gave speeches, they began to dine freely. The buffet had many dishes, combining Chinese and Western styles with a dazzling array of dishes. Except for a few high-ranking companies, the crew members, who had worked together for more than three months, were already familiar with each other, there were no outsiders, and they were much more casual.

The atmosphere of the reception was very good. Everyone was chatting and drinking in twos and threes, and it was very relaxing. Of course, the people who were surrounded the most were the top executives of the company and Director Li. Almost everyone had to come up with a wine glass to say a few words, especially Su Jue and Su Mo, who were the top leaders of the company.

To be honest, Su Jue being here was expected. The appearance of Su Mo really surprised Lu Yan. According to what he had learned in his last life, after Su Mo founded Starry sky and got it on the right track, he took care of everything and handed Starry sky to Su Jue, except for some important decisions, he basically stopped intervening in the affairs of Starry sky, let alone attending such a small cocktail party.

Surprised was surprise, Lu Yan didn’t move forward. He already had his own plan. He didn’t want anything, and naturally he didn’t need to be close to them. What’s more, in this extraordinary period, he was anxious that Su Jue would remember that there was such a person as him, and would come to the door himself.

After filling his stomach silently, after a few words of greetings with a few familiar and well-connected people, Lu Yan took the wine glass and found a corner with obscure lighting to sit down. Before coming, Lu Yan wanted to find Gu Yang again to confirm his entry into Huanyu and the movie he said last time. Who knew that Gu Yang couldn’t come temporarily, so he had to look for opportunities later. The mood was not so wonderful, and naturally there was no interest in talking more.

At the reception, the lights were dappled, the silhouettes were colorful, and the crowds were intertwined. The noisier, the quieter this unmanned corner was. Lu Yan unconsciously shook the red wine glass in his hand, thinking aimlessly that the red wine tasted really good. It should be in some vintages. It seemed that the company was really not ordinary and generous. Was it really rich? It was a bit boring. Would he find a chance to slip away later…

He didn’t know when someone sat down next to him. Lu Yan was immersed in his thoughts, feeling vaguely, but not caring, until a low voice rang in his ears, “Why is Mr Lu sitting here alone?”

Lu Yan was a little surprised. He recovered from his own world. He thought it would be Su Jue, but it was Su Mo who he did not expect to come. Could it be that he was a lobbyist for his younger brother? It was really kind of respectful brothers and friends, kind of interesting. But Lu Yan would soon realize that he was wrong.

“It’s quiet here,” Lu Yan nodded his head and glanced at the crowd on the other end, “I’m not used to it.”

“There will be a lot of such entertainment in the future, and you will gradually get used to it.” Su Mo said indifferently.

Lu Yan turned his head to look at him, because he was sitting in the backlight, and the light cast a shadow on his face, softening the originally sharp facial features, but his eyes remained firm.

Lu Yan raised the corners of his mouth lightly, with a smile, “Is Director Su not used to it?”

“I rarely attend such banquets.” Su Mo said, lowering his eyelids slightly. Lu Yan found that his eyelashes were a bit long and thick, which could easily cast a shadow under his eyes. Fortunately, it was not curled, and it did not give people the illusion of softness.

Yes, with Su Mo’s status, naturally no one could force him to do things he didn’t like, party banquets or whatever, as long as he didn’t want to, no one could let him attend.

Lu Yan was a little silly, and said casually, “Then how comes Director Su appears on such an occasion today?”

“For you” Su Mo didn’t mean anything, but looked straight over, the enthusiasm in his eyes made Lu Yan, who had always been indifferent, couldn’t help his heart beat faster.

Lu Yan soon realized that his thoughts were wrong. Su Mo came here not for Su Jue, but for himself. Lu Yan was a little surprised once again, but such an accident did not make him feel better at all, on the contrary, he became more annoyed. What kind of person did this Su brother think he was! Of course, people had the right not to take him seriously, or in their eyes, he was just a joke that could be bought and played at any time.

Such thoughts made Lu Yan furious, and even a little disgusted. He was so angry that he laughed back, “What does Director Su mean?”

Su Mo didn’t care about his attitude, and still said lightly, “Your acting skills are very good. Not only that, your ability and handling are not like a fledgling rookie. I believe that as long as you are given the opportunity, given time, the entertainment industry will be your world.”

“Then Director Su is going to give me such an opportunity?” Lu Yan was ironic.

“Of course, as long as you want.” Su Mo responded seriously without hearing his sarcasm.

“So, what’s the price? There is no free lunch in the world. What price should I pay for it? Myself?”

“Shouldn’t it?” Su Mo asked back.

“Yes, too much.” Lu Yan laughed a few times. “In business, Director Su deserves to be a successful businessman. It sounds like I made a profit.”

“So, did you agree?” Su Mo’s eyes lit up suddenly.

Lu Yan raised his eyebrows and smiled, took a sip of the red wine in his glass, and slowly moved over, feeling a bit badly for Su Mo’s gradually heavy breathing, and whispered in his ear, “I didn’t know that I’m still very charming. It’s just that things are always hard to please. Director Su wants to buy, but some people don’t want to sell. Therefore, my answer is,” Lu Yan paused for a while, straightened up, and uttered a word categorically “No!”

Without waiting for Su Mo’s response, Lu Yan stood up, patted the hem of his clothes without any creases, and said respectfully, “Sorry, I’m a little too weak, so I’ll take the first step.”

Walking out of the hotel’s door, the night wind blew his head suddenly sober, and even the irritation and nausea that was so heavy in his heart disappeared a lot.

It’s strange that he didn’t drink much, but he was a little drunk. After all, His reaction was a bit overwhelming. This was a bit inconsistent with the way Lu Yan chose to deal with things. He couldn’t tell why. At that moment, he just felt a little bit unsatisfied, or maybe because Su Mo was once a person he admired very much, so he was somewhat disappointed.

Lu Yan smiled bitterly. He only hoped that Su Mo’s measurement was as great as his achievements, and he wouldn’t care about little people like himself.

When he returned to his residence, he received a call from Gu Yang, telling him that the role he had been auditioning had already been set for him, and the crew would call him again in a few days to confirm, and he would tell him the good news in advance. Besides, he had also prepared his contract for Huanyu. Whenever he had time, he could sign it. The conditions were checked for him. It was not too good, but it was not bad. Most newcomers signed it like that. With Lu Yan’s ability, he said that maybe a better contract would be signed soon.

Lu Yan thanked him, hung up the phone, and laughed softly. At least it wasn’t all bad news, was it?

Notes

1. Well water doesn´t violate the river water, everyone minds their own business. ↩︎