RBCT 88: Between Water and Clouds
88: Between Water and Clouds
The two had a long and intense conversation, pouring out their deepest feelings of longing for each other, before finally leaving the room satisfied.
Han Wen walked into the main room and saw his mother reading a script. Curious, he went over and asked, "Mom, what script is it? You're so engrossed in it!"
"Between Water and Clouds, the final installment of the 'Plum Blossom Trilogy'." Han Qingyan put down the script in his hand and sighed, "This series is all tragedies, each story more tragic than the last, it makes my mother's heart ache."
"If you're not comfortable watching it, then don't watch it." Han Wen shook his head: "But to be honest, this is quite a coincidence."
Feifei's first acting role was in the first part of the "Plum Blossom Trilogy," titled "Plum Blossom Mark."
"Really? How come I didn't know about this?" Han Qingyan was surprised.
"Mom, she only played a minor role back then, a little maid in Prince Gong's mansion. How could I possibly tell you that?" Han Wen was speechless. "Just keep an eye out when the TV series airs, you'll definitely see her."
"Yes, Mom, I played the maid Baihe in the drama. I didn't have many scenes or lines," Bai Feifei added. "Mom, where did you get the script?"
"It was sent by someone else. Yiren Media from Lianhua City hopes to co-produce this drama with Yaoqianshu Film and Television." Han Qingyan replied, "I read the script and the production team, and I felt it was worthwhile to invest and cooperate. So, I brought it back to take a look."
After all, Qiong Yao is a very famous writer in China. Her books, when adapted into television series, have all been very successful.
"Mom, are you ready to invest?" Bai Feifei asked with concern.
"So far this year, the company has only one project, 'I Love My Family,' and that's just a simple investment."
I'm basically free now, so I thought I'd give it a try and collaborate with a company in Lianhua City.
It would be best if you could make money, but if you can't, at least you can gain some experience.
As the saying goes, one is never too old to learn. I'm not old yet, so I should continue learning what I need to learn and trying what I should try.” Han Qingyan nodded, somewhat surprised: “Feifei, why are you so concerned about this?”
"Mom, Aunt Qiongyao's plays are very popular. Many people have become famous by acting in her plays."
Actresses like Brigitte Lin, Liu Xuehua, Lin Fengjiao, and Yu Xiaofan are examples.” Bai Feifei replied, somewhat expectantly, “If you agree to co-star in this film, could you reserve a role for me?”
"You really enjoy acting that much? Is being a star so great?" Han Qingyan didn't answer, but instead asked, "Feifei, what you should be doing right now is managing your company and preparing for pregnancy. Instead of running around filming."
Although this drama was filmed domestically, it wasn't in Beijing. "What will happen to the company and Hanwen if you leave?"
"Mom, I..." Bai Feifei said helplessly. She wanted to persist, but she didn't know how to continue.
"Mom, since Feifei wants to act, just let her go." Han Wen paused for a moment before saying, "Qiong Yao is indeed very famous, and her dramas really make people successful."
Since you're interested in investing in and co-producing this drama, it's only natural that we should send someone in to get a role.
It would be a real shame to miss this opportunity. Rather than giving it to someone else, it's better to give it to Feifei. After all, she's not an outsider; she's your daughter-in-law.
"Feifei will only be my daughter-in-law when she gives birth to my grandson." Han Qingyan snorted mercilessly and threw the script in his hand on the table: "Wenwen, since even you say so, then so be it."
Remember, I'm not willing to do this, nor do I support it. If it weren't for the fact that you bought me so many gifts when you came back from Shenzhen, I really wouldn't have agreed.
Filming for this drama will start soon, Feifei, you can choose your own role. Any role except the female lead is fine.
"Thank you, Mom." Bai Feifei was very happy and picked up the script to read it: "Mom, you've read the script, do you know who the male and female leads are?"
"Ma Jintao will play the male lead, Mei Ruohong, and Yao Girl will play the female lead, Du Qianqian. There's also a decent supporting actress, Wang Zixuan. If you have no objections, I'll finalize the casting for you," Han Qingyan replied.
"Mom, I have no objection," Bai Feifei said loudly. "I'm not a celebrity, and my acting skills aren't that great. I'm fine with any role I get; I'm not picky."
"You're my daughter-in-law, what's wrong with choosing roles? If Qiongyao hadn't pre-selected Yao Girl to play the lead role, what would I do even if I gave you the lead role?" Han Qingyan snorted, full of domineering: "Feifei, remember, you're not the Feifei who used to run around everywhere looking for work."
You are now not only the daughter-in-law of Han Qingyan, chairman of Yaoqianshu Film and Television, but also the boss of Haobaicai Culture Brokerage.
In the future, there will be countless opportunities to act. Instead of others choosing you, you will choose the scripts and roles.
As long as it's a project co-produced by Mom or carried out by her own company, you can act in whatever movie you want, and play whichever role you want.
Mom has indeed been a bit harsh on you in order to have a grandson, but Mom is not an unreasonable person.
It's good that you have ideals and aspirations. Actually, Mom was just like you when she was young.
However, you must remember what is most important in your life. What should you pursue, and what should you give up? Don't get it wrong.
If you end up losing the big picture for small gains, it will be too late to regret it later.
"Mom, thank you for your advice, I'll remember it." Bai Feifei nodded, knowing that Han Qingyan's words were well-intentioned and truly for her own good, and nodded with some emotion.
"Okay, go read the script. I'll talk to Wenwen about other things," Han Qingyan said.
Bai Feifei nodded, took the script, and left the main room.
"Wenwen, what's wrong with you? How could you support Feifei and agree to let her act?" As soon as Bai Feifei left, Han Qingyan lashed out at him: "Does our family lack an actor? Do we lack that little bit of pay?"
I've already said that my grandson is the most important thing right now, but you and Feifei have been ignoring me, haven't you?
I asked you, before the New Year, I asked Feifei to tell you that we should go to the hospital for a checkup together. Did she say so? Did you go to the hospital?
"Mom, don't be angry, listen to me. Feifei told me about the medical checkup."
However, I refused. I believe my body is fine, and Feifei's body is fine too." Han Wen replied, "So, don't blame Feifei for this; it was my decision."
It's definitely unusual that Feifei and I haven't gotten pregnant after being together for so long. But it's definitely not a physical problem.
Her inability to conceive may be related to her living environment or excessive psychological stress.
That's why I agreed to let her act. It's good for her to get away and relax; a change of scenery is a good thing. Maybe it will have unexpected positive results.
"Wenwen, you've been with your mother for so many years, you know what kind of person your mother is."
Actually, I wasn't like this before." Han Qingyan paused for a moment before sighing, "Tell me, why have I become the way I am now?"
Why? Because it's menopause. Unfortunately, Hanwen dared not say it. Otherwise, he would definitely be dead.