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Chapter 136
To be honest, Yao Bianliang didn't have a detailed plan for the plot of The Classic of Mountains and Seas.
If possible, she actually hoped this film's plot wouldn't be complex, preferably with no notable highlights in the storyline.
Why was The Classic of Mountains and Seas difficult to adapt? Wasn't it because mythological stories lacked a clear main storyline, and the book's content was more like a geographical work?
So, she could just film this geographical work as it was!
Whatever mountains, rivers, or strange beasts were written in the book, she would film them accordingly.
Е̊ n̆ ů mа̀. і̄d́
As for the plot... The Classic of Mountains and Seas had pitifully little plot anyway, so having minimal plot in the film would be quite reasonable, right?
Ideally, this film would be as boring as a documentary, making viewers drowsy—then Yao Bianliang's goal would be perfectly achieved!
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The system hesitated for a moment before saying: "But Host, don't forget, your previous film also had a simple plot, but... it still became popular."
Yao Bianliang was certainly aware of this.
"Don't worry, system, I'm not making a musical film this time."
Her previous film "Sigh of Floating Life" did have a very simple plot with an unoriginal love story.
Е̂n ũ ḿа.íd
Its popularity mainly stemmed from the excellent songs. Without the beautiful soundtrack, the film's artistic value would have been significantly diminished.
Now, this film about The Classic of Mountains and Seas was completely different from "Sigh of Floating Life."
It wasn't a musical, so it couldn't drive its box office with hit songs.
Though exotic beasts were appealing, their total investment was only one billion yuan. The Classic of Mountains and Seas was so vast that even with another billion, they might not achieve great effects.
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Combined with a simple, dry plot and lack of promotion, these factors together meant this film would struggle to achieve high box office returns!
"Anyway, let's see what the screenwriters have written," Yao Bianliang opened the folder sent by Assistant Chen.
Е n ŭ m̀ a. іd̂
Based on preliminary screening, they had found three suitable screenwriters. This time, the content submitted by the screenwriters included only outlines and the beginning of the main text, essentially a sample submission.
If the sample was approved, they could continue the collaboration.
Yao Bianliang's gaze swept across the file directory, where three titles were neatly arranged—
"Strange Journey of Mountains and Seas"
"Tale of Taotie"
"Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas"
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Yao Bianliang wasn't particularly satisfied with the first two titles, but when she saw the last title, her eyes brightened slightly.
What a good name.
At first glance, this title suggested a record-type geographical production. Apart from a few interested parties, most people probably wouldn't have the desire to read it.
Wasn't this exactly the kind of work she wanted?
However, Yao Bianliang didn't hastily decide based solely on the title, but opened the three scripts in sequence to read them.
As the title suggested, "Strange Journey of Mountains and Seas" mainly told an exciting adventure story about a protagonist who crossed over to a primitive tribe and accidentally became the tribe's shaman.
Е̄ṅ úm̊а̄.і̀ d̆
With her wisdom, she led her tribe to survive in the world of mountains and seas, ultimately flourishing and developing civilization.
"Tale of Taotie" revolved around the mythical beast Taotie.
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The plot described the story between Taotie and a human girl—one human, one beast building a deep friendship in this perilous world.
Finally, Taotie died protecting the girl, and she took on the responsibility of guarding the land, watching over it alone in the primeval world.
Both stories were very engaging. The former centered on career and development, while the latter emphasized friendship and growth.
Yao Bianliang sighed helplessly and marked both titles with crosses.
Еṅü m ã .і̇d̈
"No good, the plots are too exciting."
Each plot had compelling points and twists. As long as the special effects weren't terrible, box office could potentially exceed one billion.
Finally, Yao Bianliang turned her attention to "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas."
Just reading the opening, her eyes lit up: "This story seems quite good."
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Like its title, the plot was extremely simple—literally a version of the original text of The Classic of Mountains and Seas!
The original text of The Classic of Mountains and Seas was actually very straightforward—
Еn ú m̊ а
What mountains, trees, and waters existed in the south, what kinds of wild beasts and plants were there.
After walking east for some distance, what strange animals would be encountered, and where would the water flow...
In essence, it was a giant map.
The narrative style of "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas" was very similar to the original text.
The female protagonist lived in modern society. During an accident, she opened The Classic of Mountains and Seas that her grandfather had been researching and was sucked into the world of mountains and seas.
The scroll of The Classic of Mountains and Seas was the medium for returning to the modern world, but during the crossing, the scroll accidentally fell into the water and drifted away.
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To return to her original world, she embarked on a journey to find the scroll.
During this journey, she traversed mountains and lakes of all sizes, encountering various exotic beasts.
She also came into contact with human tribes, witnessing mythological events such as Houyi shooting the suns, Gonggong angrily striking Buzhou Mountain, and Nüwa mending the sky.
After various marvelous journeys, she finally arrived at the end of the river and, with the help of local residents and mythical beasts, recovered the lost scroll.
At the end, the female protagonist successfully crossed back to modern society, and what happened in the world of mountains and seas seemed more like a dream to her.
Throughout the story, the female protagonist was like a player given the task of "finding the scroll," following a pre-planned route to locate it.
W е b n о̌ v́ е l Еnǔ m̀_a
The strange beasts and natives in the film were like NPCs and bosses that kept appearing. However, they neither threatened the female protagonist nor interacted with her much.
Like passers-by, they crossed paths without leaving any memorable plot points.
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The entire plot had neither conflict nor suspense. The only thing that could generate audience anticipation was waiting for the female protagonist to complete her journey and obtain the scroll.
Due to its lack of storytelling and dramatic elements, it resembled a travel documentary more than a film.
After reading it, Yao Bianliang deeply felt that this screenwriter might have hastily written something, unable to meet the deadline, and submitted it with a hope for luck.
If the first two scripts were exciting and climactic, then the third script was like a ledger—monotonous to the point of boredom.
Ě n̈ um а̂.
This screenwriter was truly talented!
"Not bad," Yao Bianliang's lips curved slightly upward, finally relaxing a bit as she directly messaged Assistant Chen, "Let's go with this one, 'Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas.'"
Although the development of "Actor Training Camp" was unexpected and her popularity had exploded again online, compared to the film, these were minor issues.
As long as her new film could successfully flop, all the current difficulties wouldn't be problems!
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Meanwhile, Lu Group was shrouded in gloom.
Ẅе̊ b̆ ǹ о v̊ е l̃ Е́ n̂ŭ mа
President Lu sat with a gloomy expression, the tea on his desk long cold, but he had no desire to take a sip.
Recent events had been one disaster after another, making President Lu's mood increasingly heavy.
Lu Yanchen sat on the nearby sofa, his face equally unpleasant, his demeanor full of fatigue and haggardness.
Compared to the once invincible Young Master Lu, he had lost his former vigor in just a few days.
"Can't the scandals about 'Good Drama PK Competition' be suppressed anymore?" He looked up at President Lu, his voice somewhat hoarse.
"Besides asking me questions, can't you say something useful?"
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President Lu took a deep breath, slowly closing his eyes: "Lu Yanchen, this is all your doing."
Everything Lu Group was now experiencing was inseparable from Yao Bianliang.
And the reason Yao Bianliang targeted Lu Group was because of Lu Yanchen.
If Lu Yanchen hadn't arbitrarily blacklisted Yao Bianliang initially, how would they have ended up in this situation?
Lu Yanchen clearly understood President Lu's meaning.
He couldn't help but laugh softly: "Don't say that about me. I did blacklist Yao Bianliang, but haven't you blacklisted her too?"
Ĕn ů m̌ ȧ. іd
"Come to think of it, when 'Best Music Producer' was forced to stop broadcasting, what did you tell me?" Lu Yanchen said. "You told me it was due to my inadequate abilities, that I couldn't handle the position, resulting in severe consequences."
"But what about now? 'Good Drama PK Competition' was a project you personally oversaw, so how did it end up being defeated by Yao Bianliang too?"
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"Enough." President Lu's face turned thoroughly unpleasant.
"At a time like this, you still have the heart to discuss whose responsibility is greater?"
Lu Yanchen took a deep breath, seemingly recalling Lu Group's current dire situation, and finally remained silent.
Though public opinion hadn't fully erupted yet, someone had already reported the matter to higher authorities.
Е̊ ńumа . і.d
Lu Group was working hard to manage the situation, but no one had any certainty about the final outcome.
Thinking of this, Lu Yanchen's heart rarely filled with bewilderment and panic.
If one day Lu Group faced unprecedented difficulties, or even bankruptcy because of this... what would he do?
All his current support came from Lu Group being a behemoth.
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If Lu Group collapsed, those who once obeyed him could easily trample him underfoot. Would those he had suppressed really let him go?
At that time, how would he live?
Ẅ ê b̈ ńо̂v ѐ l̀ Ëṅůmӓ
This thought was quickly suppressed by Lu Yanchen as soon as it emerged.
No, that wouldn't happen.
Lu Group was enormous and powerful. Even if temporarily facing difficulties, it couldn't possibly fall to that level.
"Yao Bianliang..." he slowly pronounced the name, with gritted teeth.
But beyond hatred, a trace of fear rose from the bottom of his heart.
Lu Yanchen understood all too clearly how Yao Bianliang had step by step reached her current position.
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A female celebrity without power or influence, climbing to a high position, through meticulous calculations and planning, putting the behemoth that was Lu Group into such a predicament.
Was this something human effort could achieve?
President Lu's finger lightly tapped the table, his voice somewhat hoarse: "From the time she used 'Sigh of Floating Life' to target 'Best Music Producer,' she probably anticipated this day..."
Yao Bianliang had planned each step perfectly.
She knew Lu Group had invested heavily in two variety shows. If these two projects had issues, it would not only severely injure Lu Group but also render all their subsequent plans futile.
So she used "Best Music Producer" as an entry point. From the moment she invited the F-rating contestants, her revenge plan officially began.
W е́b́ñ о v е̊ l Ėn ú m̄â
Yao Bianliang had always known the true abilities of those F-rating contestants, so she was certain "Sigh of Floating Life" would break through Lu Group's blockade and explode across the country.
And the moment "Sigh of Floating Life" became popular was also the death knell for "Best Music Producer"!
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However, someone as clever as Yao Bianliang would surely anticipate that Lu Group would use all its power to blacklist her?
Initiating a revenge plan against Lu Group before her wings were fully developed wasn't a wise move.
At that time, President Lu didn't understand why Yao Bianliang would do this, thinking she was attempting the impossible.
But now, President Lu felt he finally understood.
W ẽb̀ n_оv е̊l̊_ _Ѐ ñ ům а
Perhaps, even before "Sigh of Floating Life" began filming, Yao Bianliang had already anticipated—this musical film would achieve excellent results overseas.
She had already understood that state media would definitely support her film, so she wasn't worried about Lu Group's suppression at all!
After all, with so many film genres—comedy, suspense, or martial arts action films all being good choices—why would Yao Bianliang avoid these popular themes and choose the most unpopular one?
The reason was easy to explain: musical films had a larger market overseas, enjoying a natural advantage.
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Yao Bianliang deliberately chose this type of film to achieve higher box office revenues overseas, thereby gaining state media support.
If this was a complex chess game, he only saw three moves ahead, while Yao Bianliang saw ten moves beyond.
Е̊n̆ ü m̄ а
After that, everything fell into place.
Lu Group was forced into financial constraints by her, compelled to take risks by using "Good Drama PK Competition" to gather more money.
Yao Bianliang hosted "Actor Training Camp," not only delivering them a fatal blow but also successfully catching their weaknesses.
Now, the negative news about "Good Drama PK Competition" couldn't be suppressed at all. President Lu believed there was definitely Yao Bianliang's hand in this.
Obviously, she had been waiting for this day, this moment, to strike them down in one blow!
"This public opinion, I'm afraid we can't suppress it..." President Lu closed his eyes briefly and said slowly.
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Lu Yanchen's fingers tightened slightly: "Why? Currently, public opinion hasn't completely erupted."
President Lu: "Can't you see? This is all part of Yao Bianliang's plan. She must have our weaknesses in hand, just waiting for the final strike... She won't let us off."
As for why Yao Bianliang hadn't yet made her move, President Lu didn't know.
Perhaps it was just a perverse pleasure from a position of superiority, enjoying watching prey struggle in a trap before finally dying.
Thinking of this possibility, President Lu's fingers trembled slightly, and he seemed to have aged many years.
Once upon a time, Yao Bianliang was just a powerless minor celebrity, clearly someone they could shelve with the mere flick of a finger.
Еn̊ um̊а .іd̆
Who could have imagined that she would repeatedly navigate through crises safely, and now, even push the entire Lu Group into a desperate situation?
His lips trembled, and he finally said: "Perhaps... we need to talk to her."
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Although Lu Group was facing an unprecedented crisis, a lean camel was still larger than a horse.
If Yao Bianliang didn't want mutual destruction with them, she should know... it was time to back off.
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Hudi Entertainment Studio, Office.
W̄е b̀ nо̂_v́ е l̇ Ê ń.uḿä
Although the "Actor Training Camp" variety show had successfully concluded, Yao Bianliang hadn't had much time to relax lately.
The new film needed a custom screenplay. And screenwriters needed time to create scripts, and once the entire process was completed, likely half a year would have passed.
For major film productions, the shooting schedule could be quite long; production times lasting five years, or even ten years, were entirely possible.
Therefore, Yao Bianliang had to seize the time and quickly establish the preliminary direction for "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas."
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"Host, why are you in such a hurry?" the system asked, somewhat confused. "After completing the special mission, you have two years of rest time."
Indeed, according to Yao Bianliang's original plan, once the variety show ended, she would maintain a "semi-retired" status, disappearing from the entertainment circle for a period of time.
Wе̂ ḃ nоv еl Е́ n üm а
Two years of rest, plus three years of film production, would be at least five years.
By the time the public had almost forgotten about her, Yao Bianliang would release her new film, which would perfectly avoid the risks brought by her own popularity.
So for her, the longer she delayed, the greater the chance of completing the mission.
Under this plan, rushing to produce the film not only provided no help whatsoever but would also create endless future problems.
Yao Bianliang sighed: "According to the original plan, that's true. However, now I'm planning to change my approach."
"System, remember what I said? I want to release two films simultaneously."
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The system was momentarily stunned.
Yao Bianliang: "In previous missions, tasks always had specified time limits. I simply couldn't possibly shoot two films simultaneously within a limited timeframe. But now, I have the conditions to do so."
Making a film required a lot of effort. As both the lead actress and producer, Yao Bianliang sometimes was so busy she barely had time to touch the ground.
In such circumstances, she simply couldn't adopt a "two-pronged" strategy.
But now, the situation had changed dramatically.
After completing the special mission, Yao Bianliang had two additional years of rest time. During this period, she could absolutely shoot another film.
E̊ n̂ um̄ а .і́ d
"The Mountains and Seas film requires a lot of post-production work and has a long production time, so I need to finish shooting as quickly as possible within these two years."
"Once the two-year period is over and the vacation time ends, I'll shoot another new film. Meanwhile, 'Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas' will enter post-production."
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"This way, I can achieve having two films released simultaneously!"
As Yao Bianliang said this, she couldn't help but curve her lips slightly.
This way, even if "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas" became a hit, she would still have another unknown film quietly releasing.
Two preparations, double insurance.
W̄ ѐ.bnо v е l Én u m̈ а
The system gasped: "So Host, you're planning to use your own film to defeat yourself?"
Yao Bianliang: "...I wouldn't put it that way."
After all, she was quite hopeful that "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas" would flop.
The second film was like her final trump card.
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Unless absolutely necessary, she didn't want to place all her hopes on this last card.
While thinking, Yao Bianliang glanced at the calendar.
Ë n̄ü m̄ а
According to insider information she had received, several international blockbusters were currently in preparation.
If all went as expected, these Hollywood blockbusters would successively enter the mainland market for screening.
"When the time comes, I just need to pick one film's release period and compete with them head-on, which should help me avoid success quite effectively."
The lesson from the failure of "Sigh of Floating Life" was still fresh in her mind.
This niche musical film achieved such high box office not only because of its solid quality but also because there were no blockbuster films released during the same period.
This time, Yao Bianliang certainly wouldn't repeat the same mistake.
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She must choose a powerful competitor, preferably one that would completely crush "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas" until nothing remained!
While thinking, Yao Bianliang continuously recorded notes in her notebook.
A complete plan gradually took shape in her mind.
Finally, after writing down the last word, Yao Bianliang satisfactorily put down her pen.
"Once everything is prepared, I can inform everyone—I'm temporarily retiring from the industry."
A temporary retirement where she wouldn't appear before the public for at least five or six years.
Е n ù ṁа́. і̊ d
Of course, to ensure her new film wouldn't generate too much hype, Yao Bianliang didn't plan to inform the public about this news.
She would film secretly, with no need to make it known to everyone.
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Otherwise, when she returned, marketing accounts would immediately promote "Yao Bianliang's earth-shattering masterpiece after five years of dedication," leaving her with nowhere to cry.
The system couldn't help asking: "Host, can this news really be kept secret?"
Yao Bianliang wasn't worried at all: "The filming environment for Mountains and Seas has very strict requirements, so we can directly go deep into the mountains and forests to shoot."
With the entire crew hiding in remote mountains, forget about paparazzi following them—they probably wouldn't even have internet signal.
W ӗ b̈ ǹ о̀v_ӗ l̂ Eǹ u m̆ а̀
Under such circumstances, who would discover anything unusual?
The plan was perfect.
As Yao Bianliang was thinking happily, the telephone on her desk suddenly rang.
Yao Bianliang was slightly startled.
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Very few people knew her office landline number, and it had been a long time since anyone had called it.
The screen displayed an unknown number. After a moment's hesitation, Yao Bianliang finally picked up the receiver.
En̆umа̇
"Hello?" she said.
There was a brief silence on the other end before a strange, somber male voice came through.
"Hello, Yao Bianliang," he said. "This is Lu Group. We'd like to discuss some matters with you."
