Fang Hui had obviously just arrived in a hurry. When she ran to Lu Chen's office, her face was red and her forehead was covered with fine sweat. There was a trace of shame in her anxious expression.
"Lu Chen, I fired my agent!"
Lu Chen was shocked. He quickly got up and said, "Sister Fang Hui, don't worry. Sit down and talk about it slowly."
Fang Hui also realized that she was wrong. She nodded and sat down on the sofa.
Lu Chen made her a cup of tea.
Fang Hui was not too polite. She picked up the teacup and took a sip. Her mood calmed down a lot.
She was really angry with her cousin.
After the New Year, Fang Hui had been shooting a 10-episode indoor short play. This was a job she had taken on last year. Although things were different now, she had no intention of breaking the contract.
In this industry, credibility was very important. No one would like to work with a person who went back on his word.
However, the investors were very reasonable. They gave her a director's salary several times higher than the original agreement. Moreover, her treatment in the crew was excellent. She was completely treated as a big shot in the circle.
Including the actors, whether famous or not, they all called her "Director Fang" with great enthusiasm. Their attitude was absolutely respectful. No one dared to show off in front of her.
Fang Hui had been a director for many years, but it was the first time that she had been treated with such respect.
She knew the reason very well.
Because she, Fang Hui, had shot a phenomenal TV series last year. Not only did it break the record in China, but it also created a miracle in South Korea. She became an instant hit in the circle!
Since this year, many film and television companies and investors had come to her door to ask her to direct. The conditions offered by several of them made her heart palpitate.
It was just that Fang Hui had work to do at the moment. The most important thing was that Lu Chen intended to continue to let her direct the new TV series. Therefore, Fang Hui politely declined other people's invitations.
Unexpectedly, Chen Fei 'er called her today and revealed that Lu Chen and her agent were a little unhappy. Maybe he would find someone else to cooperate with in the new TV series. He asked her what was going on.
Fang Hui was dumbfounded.
Of course, she knew that her agent was talking to Lu Chen Studio about the contract for the new TV series. After all, it was a matter of interests. It was better for the agent to come forward. They didn't need to be embarrassed about the salary.
However, because she was busy wrapping up the indoor drama these days, Fang Hui did not pay attention to this area. Anyway, Lu Chen's new drama would not be released immediately, but she never expected such a result.
Fang Hui immediately called her agent, who was also her cousin, Fang Jun, over to ask about it.
Under her interrogation, Fang Jun had no choice but to reveal the truth. It turned out that he had added many clauses in the new contract without authorization in order to fight for the greatest benefits for Fang Hui.
Fang Jun did not expect Lu Chen's resolute refusal. He wondered if this was Lu Chen's bargaining tactic. He was ready to compete with Lu Chen in patience. In short, he could not let Lu Chen take advantage of him.
In Fang Jun's opinion, even if she did not continue to cooperate with Lu Chen, Fang Hui could cooperate with others. Those investors who came to her were all willing to spend a lot of money. They were much more sincere than Lu Chen.
He was also thinking for Fang Hui's sake!
After Fang Hui heard this, she wanted to slap him on the face on the spot.
What was short-sightedness? Just look at this cousin of hers and you'd know. He was a complete idiot!
With Lu Chen's character, he would not mistreat the people who followed him. The primary reason why he asked Fang Hui to continue shooting the new TV series must be because of old friendships. After all, the cooperation between the two sides was very pleasant.
But this did not mean that Lu Chen would agree to some unreasonable requests, such as copyright sharing.
Fang Hui was really angry with Fang Jun. Even if it was a bargain, it was very rude to put forward such a request in the contract, and it also made her lose face.
As for those investors who came to her door, although the conditions they offered were very good, they were actually using her current fame to hype up. The scripts they provided were basically imitations of "Autumn in My Heart".
If the screenwriter made it up well, it would be fine. To be honest, Fang Hui felt that many of the plots were terrible. Moreover, she knew that these investors usually arranged actors for roles. They liked to get a group of actors who used unspoken rules. In the production, they were often eager for quick success and profits, and in the end, the things they shot were not the same.
She had a little reputation now, but it was very easy to ruin her reputation.
In contrast, Lu Chen was really much more reliable. Fang Hui would rather join his new TV series with a low salary than compromise with others in order to make more money.
As long as she had two or three popular TV series, her position in the circle would be very stable, and it would be easy to make money.
It was a pity that Fang Jun couldn't see this. He was blinded by the interests in front of him, and he was too greedy.
Fang Hui even knew that Fang Jun had a close relationship with several investors.
At first, she didn't care. After all, everyone had a little selfishness. But now she couldn't tolerate it, so she decisively kicked Fang Jun out and personally came to apologize to Lu Chen.
She would never forgive herself for missing this opportunity.
After listening to Fang Hui's sincere explanation, Lu Chen was also a little embarrassed. In fact, he should have asked Lu Xi to sign a new contract with the other party earlier. Then things wouldn't have gotten to this point.
However, it was not too late to make up for it. Since the misunderstanding had been solved, they could still continue to cooperate.
Fang Hui's work attitude and ability to grasp the plot were appreciated by Lu Chen.
He said, "There's no need to kick him out. I'll ask Lu Xi to renegotiate the new contract with him."
It was common for agents to make their own decisions for their clients. Moreover, Fang Jun was Fang Hui's cousin. Although the conditions proposed were outrageous, they were also fighting for Fang Hui's interests.
Fang Hui shook her head firmly. "It's not just this. You can ask Lu Xi to draft a contract for me."
Her meaning is very clear, that is, she will agree to any conditions that Lu Chen offers.
Lu Chen wouldn't deliberately cheat her, would he?
Lu Chen really wouldn't do that. He said with a smile, "That won't do. We'll talk about it when you find a new agent."
"By the way, I have an appointment with Sister Li to go to Beijing Film Studio in the afternoon. Sister Fang Hui, you should go with us!"
Hearing these words, Fang Hui's heart finally fell. She said with a smile, "Are you casting for a new play? Are you going to sign a few newcomers in your studio? "
It was very common for star studios to sign newcomers. With Lu Chen's talent and strength, it was too easy to make a few newcomers popular.
Lu Chen shook his head and said, "I'm going to let Sister Li's company sign them. If there are good seedlings, we can train them together."
Fang Hui immediately understood. Her eyes lit up and she clapped her hands. "Then I might as well sign with Sister Li's company!"
This was the best way. Sister Li had an outstanding reputation in the circle. Fang Hui wouldn't suffer a loss if she signed with her. Moreover, she could get closer to Lu Chen. It was killing two birds with one stone.
Lu Chen was stunned, and then said with a smile, "Then you talk to Sister Li. Let's go together."
He left the studio with Fang Hui and drove to Beijing Film and Television Academy to meet Sister Li.
When they arrived at Beijing Film, Sister Li was already waiting at the gate of the academy with her assistant.
Seeing Fang Hui, Sister Li was a little surprised.
Because she had heard some rumors that Lu Chen didn't intend to cooperate with Fang Hui for his new play and was looking for another director.
The rumors were obviously unreliable.
But after chatting for a while and learning that Fang Hui was interested in signing with her agency, Sister Li understood.
She said with a smile, "That's great. As long as Director Fang doesn't think our Rainbow Agency is small, we can discuss any conditions!"
The Rainbow Agency run by Sister Li was quite famous in the industry. It had signed many artists and a few directors, but they were all C-list directors.
In the entertainment industry, the status of film and TV series directors had always been the highest. The A-list directors basically opened their own studios and chose to cooperate with film and television companies or TV stations. They would never settle with a company like Rainbow Agency.
Fang Hui was originally a B-list director. With the TV series "Autumn in My Heart", she entered the A-list list of TV series directors. It could be said that she had a promising future.
It was a great surprise for Sister Li that she was willing to cooperate with Rainbow Agency.
A director like Fang Hui could be the pillar of the company. If she operated properly, it would be enough to bring Rainbow Agency to a higher level.
Of course, Sister Li welcomed her with open arms!
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