msmithbooks Chapter 91: What's wrong with giving him some extra points?
Chapter 91: What's wrong with giving him some extra points?
In the evening in Beijing, pedestrians hurried by outside the car.
Sometimes, when struggling in a big city, it can be difficult to find your place in the world.
I always think that life will truly belong to me once I make money, but often after all that effort, I find that the sense of belonging I've been so painstakingly pursuing is nothing but a laughable stubbornness.
The atmosphere inside the car was somewhat quiet.
I'm back from the comedy show crew.
Liangmu's mind was still completely blank.
To be honest, after Shen Jian said, "This is a different price,"
He just couldn't do it anymore.
He was even nervous at the time, wondering if Director Zhou Tao would lose his temper or hold a grudge because of those words.
However, what he never expected was...
Upon hearing Shen Jian's words, Zhou Tao was initially surprised, but then he actually laughed heartily.
Even more outrageous, he actually said he would think it over carefully and try to help him get it. Can you believe that?
Well, how should I put it?
It's as if the money wasn't his.
This was somewhat unexpected in Liangmu's previous work experience.
He didn't understand what Zhou Tao was thinking.
It's impossible to ask for more money now that a contract has already been signed, from any perspective.
However, just now during the conversation between the two parties.
Zhou Tao, however, greatly admired Shen Jian's straightforward personality and his confident way of asking for money.
Of course, the recording of the entire program was not his responsibility alone.
Therefore, further discussion and deliberation are needed.
As for whether Shen Jian should join the group or not, it's not particularly important now.
Because of the show's rules, the winning teams from the previous season will serve as team leaders to select team members.
In the subsequent performances of each group, other group members will assist in the performance.
Therefore, even if you are alone, you don't need to worry about not being able to complete the work.
Just looking back.
Liangmu still couldn't understand why a director from a TV program would be so easy to talk to.
It seems like whenever he gets involved, things don't follow the rules anymore.
Is there some kind of bug in this person's character?
"Shen Jian, next time you want to add money, could you please let me know in advance? So I can be mentally prepared."
Shen Jian: "I was just improvising."
"..." Ryoki's lips twitched.
Paying more will get you freestyle styling, right?
Shen Jian: "Who knew that Director Zhou Tao would suddenly suggest that I do it alone? And what I said wasn't wrong, was it? The previous contract stipulated that I should join other comedy troupes, but now he wants me to do it on my own, which is different from before."
"When I join a team fight, I can play support or a 'noob' role, but if I'm the one carrying, shouldn't I be charged a different price?"
"..."
He was left speechless.
Liangmu sighed helplessly, "You've got a good plan. Anyway, when I get back, I'll have to tell President Yang the truth about this meeting."
Shen Jian: "Oh."
...
Meanwhile, on the other side...
The meeting room of the comedy show production team.
Zhou Tao and his team of assistants continued their discussion in the conference room.
As for their previous negotiations with Shen Jian...
Many people stepped forward and offered their ideas.
"Director Zhou, isn't Shen Jian getting a little too arrogant? Our program invited him and gave him such a high appearance fee, which is already quite generous. Now he wants to ask for more money. I don't think we need to pay any attention to him. We've already signed a contract."
"That's right, he became famous just from participating in that stand-up comedy show, right? That's how all these newcomers are these days; once they become famous, they start asking for exorbitant prices."
"We're a variety show on Tencent, and a comedy stage at that. Bringing in a complete newcomer with no acting experience is already an exception. Any one of our comedians is better than him, isn't he?"
The crowd below started talking amongst themselves.
Zhou Tao tapped on the table.
"Alright, alright, stop gossiping about these negative things behind his back. Actually, I think it's a good thing that he has these thoughts."
"???"
"???"
Everyone was stunned. What kind of good thing is this?
Zhou Tao: "Think about it, only someone who truly has ability will ask others for compensation commensurate with their ability. This is a sign of confidence."
If he feels he doesn't have the ability, do you think he would ask for it?
Conversely, if I paid you to participate in this program, and even paid you more than you should, wouldn't you feel guilty?
"..."
"???"
After Zhou Tao finished speaking, everyone fell silent.
It's not because what he said made a lot of sense.
It was the first time I'd ever seen a director and his team trying to cover things up.
"But director, it seems like Shen Jian has never acted in a comedy before."
"You know, he's never been an actor. I've looked into his background, and apart from live streaming and appearing on talk shows, he hasn't had any real performances."
Zhou Tao nodded: "I know, but what's the purpose of a comedian? Isn't it to be funny? This Shen Jian is funny just by standing there. Don't you think he's worth the price?"
"Other comedy troupes have the same capabilities, so why not give these actors a raise as well?"
Zhou Tao laughed after hearing this.
Should we add a sum for them?
How many GG merchants can you bring in? You can just add them as you please?
He tapped on the table.
Which group are you in?
"Director Zhou, I'm from the lighting crew."
Zhou Tao's mouth twisted into a smirk: "No way... you're from the lighting crew, what are you talking to me about actor fees? Is that something you should be worrying about?"
The man scratched his head: "Ah, sorry, I just came here to fix some equipment, and I got a little excited while listening to this."
Everyone: "..."
Zhou Tao: "Get out."
Man: "Oh."
After successfully sending one away.
Zhou Tao didn't continue the topic and started discussing what would happen next.
He had actually thought about the issue of adding money.
There is only one reason why they are so lenient towards Shen Jian.
That is, he firmly believed Li Kun's words.
Shen Jian is able to earn this money back.
What's wrong with giving future money-making comedians a little extra money?
Besides, Li Kun has already gone to Wang Juanfei's headquarters to ask for money today, isn't that perfect?
...
...
Yixin Entertainment.
office.
"Say it again? More money? And you brought it up in front of the director? Shen Jian, you're a star now, not a beggar. What are you thinking?"
Yang Tianzhen clutched her chest.
The weight that had been hanging over us all afternoon was finally lifted.
Sure enough, it was 100% unexpected.
Shen Jian: "Sister Yang, you know me. I'm not a greedy person."
Yang Tianzhen: "..."
Ryogi: "..."
Shen Jian: "To be frank, the broadcast of 'Happy Singles 2' is coming up soon, and the final episode is just around the corner. The viewership will definitely be the highest ever. I can tell that Director Zhou Tao wants it."
Actually, the amount of money isn't important; it's just that since he approached me about it, he has to join the tour regardless of whether I join or not.
[Drama Queen +1]
Yang Tianzhen: "..."
Ryogi: "..."