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Chapter 505 - 363_2

Chapter 505: Chapter 363_2

Not really chatting, just simply saying the music sounds great.

Yeah, whether they’re haters or fans, at least they contributed to the ratings.

Wu Mu smiled and said, "Your driver left? Want me to give you a ride?"

Su Meng hesitated slightly, "I’ll say something to my family first."

"Aunt Qing, you don’t need to come over, yeah, my friend is giving me a ride home, okay, I know."

After finishing the call, Su Meng opened the passenger seat door and sat inside.

After asking for her destination, Wu Mu was quite curious, "Aren’t you from Shen City, so why are you here?"

Su Meng shook her head, "I’m from Shen City, but my family also has a house here in Beijing."

She paused, with a rare smile on her face, "We were just inside the venue earlier, my friend wanted to cover her ears with your first song."

Wu Mu laughed heartily, "That’s not on me, I sang perfectly fine."

Wu Mu and Su Meng chatted casually, and soon Wu Mu drove Su Meng to her home, a large courtyard house not far from the Forbidden City in Upper City District.

Yeah, confirmed, another Heavenly Dragon Person.

Wu Mu was quite surprised, although from her usual demeanor, it was clear Su Meng’s family had money.

But didn’t expect them to be this wealthy.

Just this courtyard house, probably at least

The host can’t be seen at the moment, Yang Rongfa asked, "Quite a few top directors and company owners from the industry have come today, want me to introduce you?"

For a normal person in the industry, this is an opportunity.

It’s always good to know more people.

But... recalling the experience from the previous reception, Yang Rongfa smartly chose to ask first.

Wu Mu shook his head, "No..."

But halfway through shaking, his gaze swept over a shadow in a small reception room, separated and unseen from the main living room, and paused slightly.

"Director Lin also came?" Wu Mu asked Yang Rongfa.

Of course, the director he mentioned was not Lin Qingyue, but Lin Qingyue’s father Lin Xueming.

Although Lin Qingyue would return home tonight, she had to handle matters with the crew and wouldn’t appear here.

And he had mentioned to Lin Qingyue in the morning chat that he would attend this reception, if Lin Qingyue came too, she would definitely inform him.

"Yes, Tang Wei and Xie Chunfang are also here," Yang Rongfa nodded.

Wu Mu considered this, these two are also top-tier directors in the industry at the same level as Lin Xueming.

But he didn’t plan to curry favor with these directors seeking resources, it didn’t matter to him.

However, with Lin Xueming here, not greeting him would be inappropriate.

"I’ll go and greet Director Lin." He walked straight towards the small reception room.

"Director Lin and others are here, you want to greet them?" Yang Rongfa leaned in and whispered.

As he spoke, he pointed with his finger to the small reception room beside the main living room.

The small reception room seemed to be an everyday private meeting place, separated in the middle by decor, making the full view unclear, appearing smaller than this side.

Nearer sofas were arranged, with many people sitting there chatting.

Director Lin?

Wu Mu thought for a moment and immediately knew it was Lin Qingyue’s father, Lin Xueming.

Although Lin Qingyue was coming back tonight, she needed to handle matters with the crew and wouldn’t be here.

And he had mentioned to Lin Qingyue in the morning that he would attend this reception, if Lin Qingyue came too, she would definitely inform him.

"I’ll go and greet them." He nodded.

With Lin Xueming here, he definitely needs to go and greet him.

"The bosses of Light Shadow Media and Yahua Film and Television, along with Directors Tang and Xie are here too," Yang Rongfa whispered again.

Light Shadow Media, Yahua Film and Television?

Even without engaging with the circle much, Wu Mu knows these two companies. If Yang Rongfa’s company is mid-level in the industry, then these two are bona fide top-tier.

Not only are they listed companies, but they consistently produce major films each year, also having talent management services, with numerous celebrity artists under their name.

These two don’t need further introduction.

As for Directors Tang and Xie?

If Yang Rongfa specifically mentions them, they must be notable figures.

Wu Mu considered it briefly and immediately knew who they were.

They are Tang Wei and Xie Chunfang.

Directors of the same level as Lin Xueming.

Well-established, with status and a reputation, veterans in the industry.

All the big shots are over there.

He and Yang Rongfa headed towards the small reception room.

As they got closer, they were able to see the situation in the small reception room.

Lin Xueming was indeed there, sitting centrally on a sofa, with a wine glass saying something.

Around him sat several people, two emitting a distinct boss aura, accompanied by several middle-aged men who are managing various artists.

Director Tang Wei wore a cotton cap clearly attempting to cover something but couldn’t hide his balding head, and Director Xie Chunfang, though the name suggests gentleness, was surprisingly tall and robust.

And...

Wu Mu halted momentarily.

A woman around forty, dressed in a black fitted suit and pearl necklace, engaging in quiet conversation, looked elegantly dignified and aristocratic.

Lin Qingyue’s mother also came?

It was his first time seeing Lin Qingyue’s mother, having missed her at Lin Qingyue’s house previously.

But he recognized Lin Qingyue’s mother Du Lan, an old-generation iconic actress from the circle, as he’s seen photographs before.

Wu Mu continued walking after a slight pause.

He had only walked a few steps when he met another acquaintance.

On the edge of the small reception room, a man in his thirties, holding a plate, listening intently to Lin Xueming.

It was Geng Wei.

The initial boss of Xiao Yi Company who tried to sign him, and upon being rejected, retaliated threatening to boycott him.

However, Wu Mu paid little attention to him, continuing without pause.

Drawing close enough, Lin Xueming’s voice became audible, "This year’s film market situation is shocking. The National Film Bureau’s formal data is yet to be released, but I acquired detailed information from their director, Cao Guang. The total box office revenue for this year amounts to 42.5 billion, a 21% drop compared to the previous year."

Lin Xueming paused with seriousness, noticing the approaching Wu Mu.

Not just him, everyone else in the small reception room also noticed.

Expressions varied; some clearly utilizing this occasion were slightly surprised seeing such a rare guest.

The big shot company bosses, along with Directors Tang Wei and Xie Chunfang glanced briefly without much concern.

Lin Qingyue’s mother Du Lan initially seemed unresponsive, her gaze fixating on Wu Mu for a half-second before appearing to realize.

And... Geng Wei.

At the sight of Wu Mu, Geng Wei’s expression instantly turned visibly grim, forcedly stretching a smile while meeting Wu Mu’s casual glance.

Wu Mu remained unbothered, merely sweeping a brief glance before passing over.

This indifferent attitude unmistakably deepened Geng Wei’s grimness.

"This year’s total number of viewers also significantly declined, reaching 1.01 billion compared to last year’s 1.299 billion, a decrease of nearly 300 million. Comparatively, in 2019, the total box office was 64.2 billion, showing a 33.9% reduction. Over five years, our total film box office has not only failed to grow, but continues to decline annually."

After a slight pause, Lin Xueming continued his discussion after Wu Mu’s arrival.

Wu Mu wasn’t concerned, standing at the edge of the small reception room.

"In fact, this level is lower than that of ten years ago in 2015, which had a year-end total box office of 44 billion. Our industry’s overall revenue has receded to ten years ago, these alarming figures are truly worth introspection by us filmmakers about the causes of such outcomes."

Lin Xueming was addressing the topic of the shrinking film market.

This has indeed been the trend for the past few years, with the film market declining annually. Contrary to expectations of prosperity, it has effectively reverted to levels from a decade ago.