Chapter 764: Chapter 754: Tang Nan Project Confirmed

The sudden narrator’s prompt left him somewhat baffled. He couldn’t quite understand how a university student like Su He could have someone scheming against him, it was quite absurd.

But then again, it’s no secret these days that he and Su He are close. After all, Su He is now a million-follower blogger, and since the girl loved to show off last year, their relationship is already out in the open. It’s understandable that someone would want to connect with him through her.

Fortunately, Su He isn’t dumb, nor is she what people call a "love-obsessed brain." She’s just a money-grubber now. To manipulate her, you’d have to shell out real cash, and you can’t just give it to her forcefully.

Now that Su He has tasted the thrill of making her own money, she’s walking further down this path, unable to stop. Seeing her sister-in-law at work has broadened her views too, and she’s become indifferent to just anyone.

Anyway, as long as I’m aware, it’s enough. At least this time, the other party came up empty.

"Not this one either? No way, I think it looks fine! Aren’t big female lead dramas popular now? Look at Mimi, how impressive she is! Her big female lead dramas are all hits!"

The next day, in the office, Tang Nan was busy serving tea while Su Qing sat on a chair, flipping through one script after another, project proposals, preparing to find some work for Tang Nan, earn a little extra money, and get some exposure. After all, she is an artist, and needs to make appearances now and then, or the audience might forget who she is.

At this moment, she was reluctantly speaking about a big female lead script that Su Qing had rejected.

To be honest, she had looked at these projects before. After all, when Su Qing wasn’t around, it was natural for her to come and admire them. She thought well of this script too, but seeing Su Qing’s dismissive expression, she couldn’t help but try to persuade him.

"Forget it, Nan, this script, although it doesn’t look that bad, is really not that great. The reason you think it’s good isn’t because the script is excellent; it’s all about comparison with others. If I were to invest, I’d most likely lose money, and as for you, if you want to invest and play the female lead, you might end up losing money and getting scolded by netizens." Su Qing said.

Looking at the "Cangyun Chronicles" script in his hand, Su Qing couldn’t help but admire a certain teacher, feeling like he was sitting on pins and needles, like he had a thorn in his back and a bone stuck in his throat.

It was a typical big female lead drama in a fantasy setting, which isn’t a problem. Isn’t it just the usual white long robe, with the female lead making sacrifices for the world, in a cheesy love story? But after reading the script, even without narration, he could tell the lead and supporting characters didn’t have normal intelligence. He had no idea how the screenwriter wrote it.

The female lead was causing all sorts of trouble, while several male supporting characters were showering her with affection, or rather, fawning over her. The only remotely sensible character was a female supporting role, but unfortunately, she was defined as the antagonist in the drama.

The mentor said not to leave the house. The female lead wanted to go out, causing a ruckus. The female antagonist tried to stop her, the female lead was unwilling, and the male supporting characters all criticized the female antagonist together. Then the female lead went out, caused trouble, and the mentor had to step in, with the senior apprentices facing punishment together.

What kind of nonsense is this? But it’s this kind of plot that surprised him. Tang Nan actually thought it was okay. He began to suspect whether Tang Nan’s worldview was also this twisted.

Upon hearing this, Tang Nan was obviously taken aback: "No... It can’t be?"

"Why not? You’ve been scolded before. Nan, you’re on your own now. Previously, with a company, it was unavoidable; you used whatever resources they gave you. You didn’t want to make bad films, but now you’re solo and still taking any script; you’re risking trouble."

"Uh... What about others? Is there anything I can invest in? Preferably something I can invest in and act in too."

"I’m looking, don’t worry, don’t worry!"

Su Qing shook his head and continued to look at the scripts. He had been doing this job for the past few days because his project was wrapped up, and he needed to consider Tang Nan.

Variety show, "Love in 31 Days" [Focusing on hype, forcefully coupling, deliberately creating conflict, heavily scripted, average response, reliant on conflict for popularity. After three episodes, audience gets tired, popularity plummets, note: not suitable for Tang Nan]

Well, that’s not even a hint; it’s plainly telling him it won’t work.

"Whose Youth is Missing" [Youth pain literature, average response, low budget, rather crude, script is weak, like a day-to-day account...]

"Sealed Demon Record" [Supernatural theme...]

As he went through one script after another, it really lived up to being ’bottom of the barrel’ projects, quite wasteful indeed.

But it’s understandable; if they weren’t wasteful, others would’ve taken them for investment a long time ago.

"Let’s go with this one, take a look, and if you think it’s suitable, contact them yourself."

In the afternoon, after a whole day of reviewing scripts, Su Qing finally picked one that seemed okay out of over fifty script projects. While not a massive hit, the narrator’s assessment was, it’s not bad.

Both in terms of popularity and profitability in the end, it was quite alright.

For Tang Nan, of course making money is important, but she still wants to maintain her popularity as an artist.

No need to shoot too many dramas, just one standout series a year or even every two years would suffice, as long as the public doesn’t forget about her.

Upon hearing this, Tang Nan, who was almost dozing off, suddenly brightened up and sprang to her feet: "Do you have a good pick? Where is it? Let me see!"

Saying so, she grabbed the script from his hand.

"’The Case’ Suspense Film?"

"Crime suspense film," Su Qing explained.

"Wait a minute, the lead is male, you’re letting me play a supporting role?"

"What else? This is the best I can see. Of course, if you’re unwilling to act, just investing is fine too. It’s a web drama."

Su Qing stretched and said tiredly.

This wasn’t a script specially prepared for Tang Nan, how could it be so coincidental? With so many leading female roles, having a character that’s outstanding and a decent plot is good enough.

"Won’t the supporting role have little screen time?"

"Isn’t it perfect if the screen time is short? Leaving a deep impression on the audience with minimal screen time is truly impressive. Don’t you want to transition to being recognized for your talent, rather than just mingling in the entertainment circle as a high-profile artist?"

"Uh... you have a point, but will this really catch on?" Tang Nan was somewhat undecided.

Even though it was previously agreed that if it didn’t work out, it was fine, but when facing the decision, she was still anxious.

"Don’t worry, it’s a low-budget web drama, they didn’t ask for much, just 10 million, but I suggest you add some more investment. Don’t let it be too sloppily made. You might even be able to invite some well-known male artists to join; maybe it will blow up?" Su Qing hinted.

He had just understood the potential of this web drama through the narrator, but the narrator also clearly pointed out its shortcomings: insufficient funding, lacking big-name artists.

With Tang Nan’s investment and her influence, this drama is bound to reach new heights.

Upon hearing this, Tang Nan thought it made sense, gritted her teeth and said, "Okay, sister trusts you this time, let’s do it! Wait for me, I’ll contact them right away!"

With that, Tang Nan grabbed the script and headed back to her studio. She had to inform her team, after all, those people worked for her.

"Hey, leave the car for me, I need it later!" Su Qing hurriedly called out.

"I’ll have Xiao Hu bring it to you later!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the narration prompt sounded in his mind:

["The Case" project, due to your involvement, has its potential increased. It will be one of the most popular detective suspense dramas this year]

Originally, this script was pretty good, clearly a piece crafted with care by the screenwriter, but it remained unrecognized due to lack of fame. Additionally, the director was also unknown, so they couldn’t secure investments, and the project was shelved, hoping for a lucky break.

Now with Tang Nan’s financial support and fame endorsement, it was only natural for the drama to escalate to greater heights.

Upon hearing this, Su Qing couldn’t help but nod, knowing this matter was settled.

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