I Have A Dual World Seal

Chapter 1137: Chapter 1136: Illusion Technique Confuses the Korean

"Why are there Koreans? Do you know them?"

Everyone settled in the private room, and only then did Lu Zheng curiously ask.

"It’s an international film festival, so having Koreans around is quite normal." Zhao Xiaodao shrugged, "In the early stages of ’Incomplete Diary’, we tried to attract investment from Korea, primarily to release it there.

But they were so greedy, demanding a larger share with less investment, based on Korean box office figures, and even required the leading actor with a relatively high salary."

"Korean box office share?"

"Global box office share."

Lu Zheng was stunned, "What audacity!"

"They claimed they could sell the film to Hollywood." Zhao Xiaodao sneered, "Using ’Squid Game’ as an example to say it could be lucrative."

"And then?" Lin Wan asked curiously.

"Of course, we refused. It’s not like it was more than a decade ago; we’re not that easy to fool." Zhao Xiaodao said, "Later we found another group’s distribution company and released it anyway."

Zhao Xiaodao then briefly outlined the Korean entertainment world’s landscape, roughly three major groups divide the industry, each with several affiliated entertainment companies.

The company we’ve just seen with Song Zhongxian is one of the largest film production and distribution companies under the CJ Group in Korea.

Meanwhile, Zhao Xiaodao’s film was released through another group’s subsidiary called SK.

Sort of like in Hua Country, when you offend Hua Yi, you go to Berna.

"The domestic film market is growing bigger, so Korea naturally wants a share. They invested in a film, and that Song Zhongxian is the lead actor." Zhao Xiaodao said, "Thus, the movie not only released domestically, got a technical award nomination, but also flaunted at the film festival."

"Did it win an award?" Lu Zheng asked.

Yesterday, he was just watching the spectacle and didn’t pay attention to the awards.

"Of course not." Zhao Xiaodao sneered, "A flop film that got a nomination through connections, and then they took it back to Korea for some semblance of honor."

Then the curiosity aroused earlier by Koreans dissipated, and the group shifted to gossiping about other happenings at the Hai City Film Festival.

Until...

"Duang!"

A loud sound as the door to the private room was forcefully pushed open, hitting the wall.

Everyone turned their heads to see Song Zhongxian, visibly drunk, with flushed cheeks.

Beside him was a man who seemed to want to help him, but failed.

"Song Zhongxian?"

"Miss Zhao!"

Upon seeing Zhao Xiaodao, Song Zhongxian’s eyes lit up, and then his eyes shone even brighter at the circle of women around her.

"You’re in the wrong room." Zhao Xiaodao frowned and looked at the man beside him.

"Sorry." The man repeatedly nodded in apology, "Mr. Song just lost his balance."

"Nonsense!"

Song Zhongxian turned angrily and then worked hard to stand firm, "I just wanted to say hi to Miss Zhao and her friends!"

Song Zhongxian turned around and instantly reverted to a cheerful smile.

"Hello, Miss Zhao! Hello, ladies! You are all so beautiful!"

Using his seasoned experience, Song Zhongxian could tell at a glance who had undergone cosmetic surgery. Though he seemed drunk, his eyes were still sharp.

"Even compared to Quanzhi Xian and Sun Yizhen, you surpass them by far!"

Song Zhongxian shook off the man’s hand and hurriedly approached the table, casually pulling up a chair to sit down.

Si Lingxi, Liu Qingyan, Shen Ying, Lin Wan, and Lu Zheng all focused their attention on him.

Zhao Xiaodao was taken aback; her heart skipped a beat, seemingly about to see Song Zhongxian turn to ashes any moment.

Luckily, it didn’t happen...

Moreover, realizing everyone’s gaze, Song Zhongxian looked even more smug.

"Congratulations to Miss Zhao on the film ’Incomplete Diary’ winning Best Editing at the festival," Song Zhongxian said.

"Thank you." Zhao Xiaodao responded calmly, then glared at the other man fiercely.

The man, who was sober, clearly sensed Zhao Xiaodao’s anger, nodded repeatedly, then approached Song Zhongxian, attempting to help him up while saying, "Mr. Song, Mr. Jin and Mr. Liu are waiting for you in the private room."

"Get lost!"

Song Zhongxian pushed the man away, glaring at him with aggression, "Can’t you see I’m talking to these ladies? Leave!"

"Mr. Song..."

The man was obviously just a little assistant arranged by the Hua Country company, and how could he dare to confront Song Zhongxian?

When Song Zhongxian got angry, he was completely lost.

Yet, Song Zhongxian didn’t care, turning back with a smile.

"Ladies, are you actresses too? Pardon my unfamiliarity." Despite being drunk, Song Zhongxian’s language was still eloquent.

"Mr. Song, we’re dining and don’t know you; please leave," Lu Zheng tapped the table to draw Song Zhongxian’s attention and said blandly.

"Are you an actor too?" Song Zhongxian didn’t answer but asked back, then shook his head, commenting, "A bit too young, and quite average-looking, not suitable for the big screen, but can try small screens."

Lu Zheng was dumbfounded, and the women couldn’t help but laugh out loud, even Zhao Xiaodao grinned before she suppressed it.

"But ladies, you fit very well, whether for big screens or small screens, and you match Hollywood’s aesthetic."

Song Zhongxian turned his head, scanned the women, before focusing on the one smiling most charmingly, Shen Ying.

"What is your name, Miss?"

Song Zhongxian gazed intensely, licking his dry lips, "How is your career in Hua Country? Interested in developing in Korea? We have deep cooperation with Netflix, and there’s a chance to break into Hollywood!"

Shen Ying smiled even more happily, "I’m just a little short video influencer who has never acted in movies or TV."

Song Zhongxian didn’t notice the cold light in Shen Ying’s eyes and laughed heartily, "No problem, you can start as a trainee for two years. With your conditions, even if as a vase, you’d definitely be prioritized!"

As he spoke, Song Zhongxian fished out a business card from his pocket.

"Call me later. I’m staying a few more days in Hai City." Song Zhongxian said, "You can accompany me stroll..."

His words paused, confusion flashed in his eyes, and abruptly, he stood up from his seat.

"Huiqiao, why are you here?"

He spoke to the air, then wore a lecherous grin, waved at the air, and cheerfully headed out.

"Eh?"

Wanting to assist Song Zhongxian, the nearby man didn’t expect Song Zhongxian to avoid his hand smoothly, then striding out of the private room, towards the restaurant’s entrance.

"Zhongxian?"

Perhaps because Song Zhongxian hadn’t returned, those with him came out looking for him, but Song Zhongxian seemed oblivious, heading for the door.

Song Zhongxian walked out the door, onto the street, next to a big tree.

"Huiqiao, what’s this?"

His tone carried slight surprise, which soon turned to exuberant joy.

"Hahaha, you actually, hahaha, you’re quite romantic, I like it!"

Song Zhongxian grinned, then swiftly peeled off his clothes.

The next moment...

Amidst the bustling street, half the people quickly left, while the other half swiftly pulled out their phones.