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377: Chapter 377 Don’t Panic!

Brother Is Here to Save the Day!

377: Chapter 377 Don’t Panic!

Brother Is Here to Save the Day!

Film and Television City.

Despite the blazing sun and unbearable heat,

an antique-styled square was still bustling with people.

The arrest of entertainment giant Wang Taixiong triggered a massive earthquake in the entertainment industry.

And Tianyuan Great Tang Culture Media, due to the arrest of many management personnel who were suspected of major economic crimes, was sealed off.

Before this, many of the company’s production crews had already stopped working.

As a result, directors, cameramen, sound recordists…

and even the crowd of extras, were all out of work.

By comparison,

the official actors and crew of the production teams, who previously earned decent incomes, weren’t worried about living expenses even if they stopped working for two weeks.

But the worst-off were the extras.

Extras came from all corners of the country, some were local displaced farmers, some came to work and make money, and others were film acting students looking to gain experience and understand life.

But all extras were the same, with few roles in the movies and low daily wages.

Most of them played the general public on the streets, small vendors, maids and soldiers, among others.

They did the dirty and grueling work and in return earned only a few dozen yuan a day, plus a boxed lunch.

Many held dreams that if they mixed in the crew long enough, they would get more important parts, face time and lines.

If they were spotted by directors like Baoguang, they could truly make a counterattack.

However…

Reality is cruel!

With several production teams halting work, the extras had no income.

Food and lodging cost money, and with no work for nearly half a month, what could they do?

Everyone had already been panicking.

Fortunately, Tanglong Industrial Group stepped in at a critical moment.

The good news that circulated was that Tang Xiao had already ordered the liquidation and restructuring of Great Tang Culture Media.

At the same time, funds were allocated to get the various production crews back to shooting as soon as possible.

Nobody knew who was in charge of this.

Anyway, within the ancient-styled palace to the east of the square, all the production teams were having meetings.

Some claimed that the big star Bai Fengling had arrived.

It looked like resuming work was inevitable, but the exact date was hard to say.

If it dragged on for a few more days, many extras would not be able to afford food.

The afternoon sun at two or three o’clock was its most scorching.

On the square, the gathering of extras was essentially being roasted by the harsh sun.

The women might still hold umbrellas, but the men were mostly exposed to the blazing sun.

Nobody wanted to walk away in case the production team resumed and needed to recruit a large number of extras, missing the opportunity would be regrettable!

For survival, for the dream of performing arts, for the chance to become famous one day…

Everyone was waiting!

There were buzzing conversations and a dense crowd of people.

Suddenly!

The beeping of a horn made the square suddenly quiet down, and many people spontaneously cleared a path.

A nearly new Mercedes slowly approached the main hall entrance.

Everyone couldn’t help but gather around to see who the important person arriving was.

Unexpectedly, the person who got out of the car gave everyone a start.

“Wow!

It’s Wu Jie!”

“He’s the role model for the underdog counterattacking to become a beautiful CEO!”

“He’s the Director of the Supervisory Department of the group, he must be here for the production team to start work!”

“Heaven has eyes!

Finally, I’ve almost made it to the start of work!”

…

Those in the distance were making a loud ruckus.

But those closer to the Mercedes were swarming around Wu Jie like mad, bombarding him with questions.

“Director Wu, are you here to oversee the start of the production work?”

“When exactly can we start working?”

“Will the group sell the company again in the future?”

“Mr.

Wu, you are my idol!

I want to make a counterattack just like you!

Can you give me a chance?”

…

The noise was deafening.

The flow of people surged and crowded.

With Wu Jie alone amid the sea of people, it was extremely difficult for him to squeeze his way forward.

Fortunately, the security guards of the Film and Television City were doing their duty.

They immediately pushed their way through, protected Wu Jie, allowing him to ascend the steps and reach the main hall entrance.

“Everyone quiet down!”

Wu Jie yelled from his high position.

After waiting a while, the commotion on the square finally ceased.

All eyes were variously fixed on Wu Jie.

Envy, longing, curiosity, admiration…

Wu Jie didn’t care about these details; he only knew that it was damn hot!

The scorching sun felt as if it could fry an egg on the ground.

Raising his voice, Wu Jie shouted loudly:

“Tianyuan Great Tang Culture Media was reorganized by the group through special measures due to various problems before!”

“From now on, there will be no more management issues, and all crews will be able to start work as early as today!”

“It’s so hot, everyone goes get a bottle of water soon, don’t wait around here, find a shady place to rest and wait for news!”

As he spoke, Wu Jie took out a stack of money and handed it to the security guard beside him.

“Go buy some drinks and give everyone a bottle.

If the money’s not enough, come back and I’ll make up for it!”

Bowing slightly in a gesture of thanks, Wu Jie turned and walked into the antique palace.

As he left, the crowd behind him naturally buzzed with activity.

“Mr.

Wu is really a good man!”

“We’ll wait for the good news from Mr.

Wu!”

“It’s Mr.

Wu, who comes from humble beginnings, that understands how to be considerate to people!”

“Humble and polite, generous in giving!

No wonder he could skyrocket to such heights!”

“To be able to start work today is a cause for universal celebration!”

“Hopefully, Mr.

Wu can help turn the tide!”

…

On the plaza, the extras were already so happy that they were beside themselves.

Especially for the security guards, who brought in cases of bottled water from nearby supermarkets and shops and were now handing out one per person, the scene became even more lively.

Small favors not costing much, but they truly won the people’s hearts!

It made everyone practically festive with joy and excitement!

However…

In contrast with the jubilant atmosphere of the square, inside the relatively cool palace, the mood was completely different.

Bai Fengling sat on the steps below the throne, while the members of various crews were seated or standing in front of her.

No other choice!

With the company sealed, there was no way to use the meeting rooms, so they had to make do with a makeshift meeting here.

Too many issues, the noise was incessant.

Although Bai Fengling had been in the film and television industry for a long time and understood the difficulties of each crew, she had no real power and was helpless without resources.

When Wu Jie entered the main hall, the noisy sounds abruptly ceased.

He swept a cold glance across the room.

Wu Jie was full of emotions.

Compared to those extras outside basking in the burning sun, the crew members gathered in this hall were in a much better situation.

Not only were industrial fans blowing strongly, but everyone also had cups and beverages.

Most importantly, although the extras’ looks were generally unremarkable, some of the actors gathered here clearly had higher visual appeal.

No wonder…

If one were handsome or beautiful, would they be working as the most ordinary extras?

In an era that valued appearance, good-looking guys and girls in the crew enjoyed much better treatment.

Moreover, those who came to the meeting were actors already under contract with the crew.

Although work had stopped and the big-name stars weren’t there, the supporting actors present were still quite a feast for the eyes.

Of course, it was the beauties that were pleasing to the eye.

Damn!

Those pretty boys with slicked hair, damn it, how can they be so femininely beautiful?

Redirecting his gaze, Wu Jie looked towards Bai Fengling who was directly ahead.

“Mr.

Wu, you’ve finally arrived!

I’m about to explode!”

Bai Fengling immediately stood up, her face etched with distress, “All the crews have a variety of issues, President Tang asked me to handle them, but I don’t have the capacity to do that!”

Wu Jie gave a faint smile, glanced at many who wanted to speak, and walked straight to the throne at the highest point.

“This place is used for scenes where the civil and military officials attend the morning court in palace dramas, right?”

Bai Fengling promptly replied, “That’s right!

But there are different names in different dynasties, like Jinluan Hall, Qianqing Palace, Taihe Hall, and so on.”

“So during filming, the set designers will redecorate!

What you see now is modeled after the Qing Dynasty’s Yangxin Hall.”

Wu Jie nodded slightly.

He looked at the exquisitely made, glittering golden throne.

“Can this thing be sat on?”

“Of course!

Otherwise, when you’re playing an emperor, you can’t possibly squat all day, right?” Bai Fengling said with a suppressed laugh.

Wu Jie chuckled, turned around in a dashing manner, and settled himself onto the throne.

Sheesh!

Such an elevated view!

The view is broad!

It really feels totally different!

In an instant, he felt a sense of immense power, as if he could point out directions for the country!

No wonder ancient emperors loved to have complete control!

And Wu Jie sitting on the throne upon arrival, like an emperor, immediately made many people’s expressions change.

Before everyone could start whispering among themselves, Wu Jie shouted loudly:

“If you have matters to report, speak up; if not, court is dismissed!”