Director Wen pushed the contact card over and then sent a voice message briefly introducing his friend. He also shared the contact information, saying he had already notified the other party, so Jing Li could contact them directly.
Jing Li thanked him, and after listening to the voice message, he searched online for the director’s personal information.
The director’s name was Yan Qing. Although not as famous as Director Wen, he was also a well-known rising director in the film industry. Due to his novel and unique filming style, his films were always popular with audiences, naturally resulting in impressive box office performances.
Jing Li glanced through Yan Qing’s filmography in the biographical information, planning to catch up on his works after their conversation. He then exited the webpage, sent a friend request through the contact card shared by the director, and directly called the contact number provided.
The call was answered after just a few rings. Upon hearing his name, Yan Qing cheerfully greeted him and said, “Lao Wen has already told me. I’ll send you the electronic version of the script via WeChat later.”
“Although it may be too early to say this now, I truly want to invite Jing-laoshi to play the role of the immortal master in the film. Although there are not many scenes, it’s an indispensable presence in the story. I hope Jing-laoshi will consider it carefully.”
Jing Li thanked him with a smile and exchanged a few pleasantries before ending the call.
Afterward, Jing Li opened WeChat and saw that the other party had indeed sent the electronic script. He forwarded it to his assistant, instructing him to print it out and bring it over. He then notified him not to book any flights for the time being before putting away his phone.
Looking up, he saw his brother and Gu Tingshen watching him. Jing Li smiled and said, “I won’t be leaving for now. There’s a film that wants me to play a role, and I plan to take a look first.”
“That’s great,” his brother smiled back. “You can also rest at home for a couple of days. Have the chef cook some medicinal soups to clear the heat.”
He still hadn’t forgotten about the swollen mouth incident.
Jing Li: “……”
Gu Tingshen: “……”
Gu Tingshen cleared his throat and said, “It’s good to look at films. Now that you’ve started your own studio, you want to earn a reputation and bring in new talent. Films are a great opportunity.”
“Moreover, the returns from films tend to be faster and higher in comparison. But you can’t be too hasty; a good script is still necessary to support it.”
Jing Li nodded in agreement with Gu Tingshen’s words, which aligned with his own thoughts.
“Lao Gu, don’t you have an entertainment company?” Jing Yu also chimed in seriously. “Take a look if you have any good scripts and teams. If there’s a suitable one, you can bring in Xiao Jing’s studio. If there are any objections from your people, I’ll cover the investment.”
“There’s no need for you to trouble yourself,” Gu Tingshen smiled gently. Then he looked at Jing Li beside him and said, “I should naturally do my best for Xiao Jing’s affairs.”
Jing Li turned to glance at him, meeting his gaze and couldn’t help but curl his lips in a sweet smile.
Jing Yu was initially stunned but then burst into laughter. “Hahaha, as expected from my good brother Lao Gu. With those words, I’m reassured.”
You could also reassuringly hand Xiao Jing over to me.
Gu Tingshen stroked his nose, only daring to silently add that sentence in his heart.
After chatting idly in the living room for a while, the assistant brought over the promised script. Coincidentally, Gu Tingshen received a call and had to leave, while Jing Yu also needed to go to the company, so the two left together.
Left alone, Jing Li began flipping through the film script.
The script was titled ‘Immortal Path1Yes, it’s the same as Immortal Road that was his first drama. They are both 仙途. So I am using Immortal Path here to differentiate.‘, but it was not a traditional cultivation novel. It told the story of a small town protected by an immortal sect that was brutally massacred after being invaded by demons. The surviving residents were then rescued by immortal masters from the sect. While grateful, the survivors couldn’t help but feel resentful towards their fate of being powerless and at the mercy of others without any immortal abilities.
The male lead was one of these resentful members and the first to lead others onto the path of immortal cultivation. However, as they gradually unveiled the mysteries of immortality, he discovered that the revered immortal masters were not as righteous as they had imagined. Instead, he found more cold-hearted cruelty and inhumanity.
The role Yan Qing wanted Jing Li to play was the immortal master who led his disciples against the demons in the opening, the only master in the entire sect with a sense of justice and warmth.
The story was vividly portrayed, with each character distinctly depicting how their experiences and environments shaped their personalities and humanity. The intricate plot would definitely deeply captivate and move the audience.
After reading the entire script, Jing Li did not hesitate and immediately decided to take on the role.
As Yan Qing had said, although this role did not have many scenes, it was an indispensable presence in the film. In other words, the immortal master represented the sole light guiding all cultivators seeking immortality, as well as the white moonlight in the audience’s minds, embodying the most respected image of an immortal master.
With no foundation in the film industry, this role was the perfect opportunity for Jing Li to establish himself in movies.
With this in mind, Jing Li directly responded to Yan Qing, arranging to meet the next day to discuss the details, effectively securing the role.
Jing Li also called Director Wen to explain the situation, extending his break by two more days. He then informed his agent, Sister Wang, to join them the next day.
After sorting out all the arrangements, Jing Li realized that it was already dark outside. Learning that his brother had a social engagement that evening, Jing Li did not wait and had the kitchen prepare some food before returning to his room. He opened his computer to catch up on Yan Qing’s previous works and study his new film role.
Although the role had limited screen time, Jing Li did not take it lightly. Given the limited time, he needed to make the most of it and refine his understanding of the character.
He watched until late at night when Gu Tingshen’s call finally pulled him out of the movies. Jing Li checked the time, realizing how late it had become.
Gu Tingshen had also been busy until late, only just returning to the bedroom. He exuded a relaxed and leisurely aura. His voice sounded lazier than usual yet tinged with a unique sensuality that tickled Jing Li’s heart, intensifying his affection.
“I thought being with Xiao Jing would be enough to satisfy me, but after just a few hours apart, I miss you even more,” Gu Tingshen sighed wistfully, leaning against the headboard. “I want to tie you by my side so I can see you every moment.”
Gu Tingshen’s sweet words melted Jing Li’s heart, unable to suppress his smile. However, he teased, “Aren’t you afraid my brother will come after both of us?”
Recalling the interactions with Jing Yu earlier, they fell silent for a moment before chuckling softly, slightly dissipating their intense longing.
“But when do you plan to tell my brother?” Jing Li smiled, then turned serious. “Should I gauge his thoughts first?”
As his only living relative across two lifetimes, Jing Li did not intend to hide their relationship from his brother for too long.
Moreover, if he revealed his feelings for Gu Tingshen first, his brother would likely not overreact, even if angered.
Gu Tingshen understood his intention but disagreed with his suggestion on this matter.
As a man, if he lacked the courage to face his loved one’s family directly, he did not deserve someone as wonderful as Xiao Jing.
It was not that he intentionally postponed telling Jing Yu; they had just confirmed their relationship. Cherishing every moment with Jing Li, he had not considered anything else. Coupled with their busy schedules, he hadn’t found the opportunity yet.
But since they had already reached this point, he did not plan to delay any further.
So, Gu Tingshen rejected Jing Li’s proposal and said, “I have a meeting with Da Jing tomorrow afternoon to discuss collaboration. I’ll talk to him about it then.”
Jing Li did not press further upon seeing Gu Tingshen’s resolve. Glancing at the heart-shaped shell on the bookshelf, he said, “By the way, I’ve engraved the shell. Let me give it to you after meeting with Yan Qing and finalizing the contract tomorrow.”
However, Gu Tingshen suggested, “Let me pick you up instead. I’ll be free around noon, and we can have lunch together and catch up.”
For a couple deeply in love, any time spent together was precious. So, Jing Li did not refuse, and after chatting idly for a while, they wished each other good night.
The next morning, Jing Li met up with his assistant and Sister Wang before heading to Yan Qing’s company to discuss their collaboration in detail.
Since they had already covered most of it previously, there was little left to discuss. Yan Qing had his assistant bring the pre-prepared contract for Jing Li’s side to review. After making some minor adjustments, both parties officially signed the contract, sealing their cooperation.
Yan Qing clearly held Jing Li in high regard, offering generous terms and engaging him warmly in conversation. After signing, he even invited Jing Li to lunch.
Learning that Jing Li already had plans, Yan Qing expressed regret but enthusiastically suggested they dine together next time.
Jing Li naturally agreed with a smile. Afterward, he headed to the underground parking lot with his assistant and Sister Wang. However, before getting into the car, he separated from them and instead got into the passenger seat of Gu Tingshen’s car.
It had been nearly a day since they parted yesterday afternoon, and upon seeing each other, the longing they had barely suppressed came rushing back.
As soon as Jing Li sat down, Gu Tingshen leaned over and pulled him into an embrace, then immediately kissed the lips he had been yearning for.
Caught off guard by the sudden kiss, Jing Li soon responded by tilting his head.
The air inside the car instantly grew heated.
However, just as they were kissing, the passenger door abruptly opened from the outside, revealing Jing Yu’s smiling face. “What a coincidence, I…”
Before Jing Yu could finish, the smile froze on his face as he took in the scene inside the car, replaced by shock and then boundless fury. “What are you two doing?!!!”
I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. Please consider supporting the author directly.
You can also follow me on Ko-fi to get the latest updates on my translation progress and new projects. I appreciate your love and feedback.
