Chapter 54: Huang Bo: I've Fallen for Zhang Yang's Trick!

"Sister K, did Ah Yang actually audition for the third male lead in Director Stephen's new film, and did he actually pull it off?"

Tang Yan could not conceal the astonishment in her heart.

In her memory, Zhang Yang had been a semi-newcomer actor with a two-year hiatus just half a month ago, needing to make guest appearances in their TV dramas just to gain a sliver of exposure. This transformation was simply happening far too fast.

Karyn Tsai actually wanted to bask in the glory and elevate the reputation of herself and Chinese Entertainment, but she knew that Zhang Yang and Tang Yan's group had a good relationship and the specific details could not be kept under wraps. Thus, she directly stated the truth: "I found a role for Ah Yang in the crew of *The Glamorous Imperial Concubine* led by Ruby Lin. He had the ability himself, got Ruby Lin to add scenes for him, and even got to know Director Lin Feng."

"Director Lin Feng appreciated his martial arts skills and recommended him to Director Gordon Chan, who was then filming *The Four*, successfully securing him a supporting role."

"On the crew of *The Four*, his work as a stunt double was so exceptional that martial arts director Ku Fan-chiu valued him and made him a martial arts assistant."

"He must have gotten close to Collin Chou and the others on the set, and someone gave him the opportunity to audition for the third male lead in Director Stephen Chow's new film, which he passed."

Being able to secure roles in *The Four* and *Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons* was indeed due to Zhang Yang's own resourcefulness and drive, with Chinese Entertainment contributing virtually nothing.

Yet, tracing it back to the root, it was Chinese Entertainment that provided Zhang Yang with the role of "Zhao Kuangyin" in *The Glamorous Imperial Concubine*, which led to the ensuing series of events.

Zhang Yang's own exceptional capability was the primary reason for landing these roles, but the opportunity provided by Chinese Entertainment was equally crucial.

Karyn Tsai had already adjusted her mindset. Since Zhang Yang was clearly capable of spreading his wings and flying on his own, what she needed to do was avoid holding him back while earning the fine reputation of being a discoverer of talent. Everything else could be discussed later.

With this thought, Karyn Tsai turned and walked away without looking back. As soon as she got into her car, she immediately took out her phone and called the company's department head: "Register that commercial vehicle with the XX license plate for Zhang Yang's exclusive use. I remember an intern named Mo Xiangwan. Give her a permanent position and make her my artist manager assistant, specifically assigned to handle Zhang Yang's management work."

"Send a makeup artist and another assistant as well..."

Seeing that Zhang Yang was on the verge of making something of himself, Karyn Tsai was not foolish enough to wait until he truly became a major star before offering him the corresponding treatment.

If those few staff salaries could be exchanged for Zhang Yang's good will, it was definitely a guaranteed win without any loss.

Watching Karyn Tsai's car disappear, Tang Yan nudged Hu Ge's arm with her chopsticks: "Old Hu, has Ah Yang gotten ahead of us?"

That was Stephen Chow, after all. Every single one of his films achieved success, every film propelled both leading and supporting actors to stardom, and a massive list of classic roles could be rattled off.

When newcomers blew up, you had the "Star Girls", and the examples of veteran actors finally achieving massive fame were too numerous to count.

*Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons* featured actors like Huang Bo, so the box office results certainly would not be bad.

"Isn't that great?" Hu Ge smiled, genuinely happy for Zhang Yang.

Putting aside the fact that Zhang Yang was the savior of both him and his assistant, and ignoring that they shared the same mentor and were alumni, purely from a standpoint of interests, he also hoped that Zhang Yang would make a name for himself.

He himself lacked film resources; perhaps Zhang Yang could pull him along in the future?

"I'll call Ah Yang and congratulate him." Hu Ge took out his phone and prepared to step aside.

Tang Yan's eyes rolled, and she pulled him back: "Call right here, put it on speakerphone, and let's congratulate him together."

"Alright then." Hu Ge thought about it and didn't refuse, as it was purely a matter of offering congratulations anyway.

The call was quickly connected, and Zhang Yang's voice came through: "Hello, this is Zhang Yang speaking. How may I help you?"

"Pfft." Tang Yan, whose threshold for laughter was exceptionally low, immediately broke and glanced sideways at Hu Ge.

Do all guys answer the phone like this, or was it just between Zhang Yang and Hu Ge?

"Get lost!" Hu Ge spat out two words.

"This 'get lost' service is not covered within the scope," Zhang Yang's voice came through again. "Or perhaps you could demonstrate and give me some pointers."

"Stop fooling around." Hu Ge rubbed the bridge of his nose. "How could I possibly give you pointers? Ah Yang is about to upgrade to Brother Yang. Since Teacher Zhang Yang is going to be a movie star from now on, remember to carry your little brother along."

Tang Yan, Qi Wei, Jiang Jinfu and the others: "..."

Calling Zhang Yang a jokester, you weren't any better yourself.

"Cough." Zhang Yang's voice suddenly turned serious. "Old Hu, since you already know, remember to call me Brother Yang from now on. I have already become someone you can no longer look up to."

Hu Ge couldn't help laughing: "Do you believe I'll fly over right now?"

"It's not entirely out of the question. Brother Hua also invited me to sing tonight; you can come and we can all get together," Zhang Yang said.

"I'd love to," Hu Ge sighed. "I can't get away these past two days as the drama is about to wrap up. If I have free time in a few days, I'll come over and visit your set."

"Then we'll have to schedule it for another time; I'm heading to Xiangshan in a few days." Zhang Yang calculated the time: "The crew of *The Four* is relocating."

"Then what about your role on Director Stephen's crew?" Hu Ge's expression turned solemn.

"As for that, it'll depend on Sister K's capability." Zhang Yang flashed a smile. "She surely can't expect me to play without even setting up any support."

Hu Ge understood. Zhang Yang wanted to concentrate his filming schedule, and this kind of special treatment required Karyn Tsai to negotiate between two production crews, which would not be an easy task.

"As long as you have a plan." Hu Ge didn't express further opinions and smiled, "Congratulations on landing movie roles from two major directors."

Actually, given Hu Ge's status, popularity, and acting skills, securing supporting roles in films would be completely effortless for him, but Chinese Entertainment would never allow him to play second fiddle.

However, if he wanted to be the male lead in major-budget films, Hu Ge's acting chops weren't quite enough yet, or his backing wasn't strong enough, and the film circle had even stricter standards for casting.

On the contrary, a newcomer like Zhang Yang didn't have those various restrictions, and once he became famous, he could quickly integrate into all kinds of circles.

"Congratulations, congratulations!" Tang Yan chimed in from the side.

"Mhm, congratulations," Qi Wei said with her cool demeanor.

"Brother Yang is awesome," Jiang Jinfu added.

Given the current situation, he couldn't help but be convinced.

"Thanks." After exchanging a few more remarks with everyone, Zhang Yang hung up the phone.

When he turned around, he happened to meet a rather homely face not far away, his gaze flickering slightly.

This was the exact person who said that after becoming famous, there would be no bad people around you.

However, his situation right now was quite different; those were genuine friends.

"Brother Bo," Zhang Yang took the initiative to greet him.

"I'll call you Ah Yang." Huang Bo walked up to Zhang Yang, his smile a mix of roguishness and handsome charm. "I have a small question I want to ask you."

"Ask away, Brother Bo." Zhang Yang felt a flicker of doubt.

What kind of question could Huang Bo possibly have for him?

"Why don't you call the director Stephen?" Huang Bo always felt there was something fishy about this form of address.

Zhang Yang didn't look like someone with massive backing; otherwise, why would he only bring along a single assistant?

"Oh, that." Zhang Yang smiled casually. "Xingzai requested it himself. I'm just buttering up the director."

Huang Bo: ?

Are you hearing yourself right now?

"Calling him Director Stephen makes him sound old, and he definitely doesn't want to be old. He wants to be a handsome young man," Zhang Yang added.

Huang Bo nodded thoughtfully and didn't ask anything further.

Following that, Zhang Yang waited on set.

A little over an hour later, Karyn Tsai hadn't arrived yet, but the dedicated car and driver, executive manager, exclusive makeup artist, and assistant assigned to him by the company had arrived first.

"Did I get an internal promotion within the company just like that?"

Zhang Yang silently marveled that Sister K still knew how to play the game properly.

As long as she didn't pull any strange stunts over the next three years, cooperation in the future wasn't out of the question.

Huang Bo, who had just finished hearing him call the director "Xingzai", witnessed this scene and felt a bit bewildered inside.

Could it be that he had guessed wrong?

Had he misunderstood?

At that moment, Stephen Chow looked at him and asked, "What did you just call me?"

Huang Bo: "..."

Oh no, I've definitely been set up.