Huayu Chef

102 loving families

"This time, Hunan TV sent people, and a deputy director personally led the team, which shows that they attach great importance to 'Wild Kitchen.' Jinxuan, what do you think?" Zeng Jia asked.

Upon hearing this, Yang Mi and Yao Yao both turned their gazes toward Zhang Jinxuan.

Zhang Jinxuan countered, "Sister Jia, Sister Mi, Sister Yao, what are your thoughts?"

Yang Mi said directly, "Last time when you, Jia Jie, and Youku were talking, Jia Jie suggested that everyone work together on a reality show called 'Wild Kitchen.' Now that the people from Hunan TV are here, the studio wants to have a taste of your soup, Xiao Xuanxuan. How about it?"

If you're going to talk, then talk properly. Why are you using your fingers like that?

In this situation, the "pinyin" sound doesn't work.

Zhang Jinxuan glanced at Yang Mi helplessly, then feigned difficulty: "You've actually come up with something like 'let's have a drink of soup'? Sister Mi, you think too highly of me. President Zhu told us to have lunch tomorrow afternoon, instead of going to a meeting. The two sides must have reached some kind of consensus. They control the funds, the platform, and the production team. I'm just a nobody with no say."

Zeng Jia's expression hardened, and she seized the opportunity to say, "Then the studio needs even more investment. The studio has funds, Mimi has popularity and influence, Jinxuan has copyright and planning talent, and we are all family. We can join forces to talk to Youku and Mango TV."

How much investment is available for the studio?

Yang Mi looked at Zeng Jia and Yao Yao and said, "Three to five million, I guess."

Zhang Jinxuan shook his head and said, "It's too little, not enough. If 'Wild Kitchen' is made into a reality show, with Youku and Mango TV personally involved, it can't be a small-scale operation. A small scale will not be conducive to attracting advertisers. Food tasters will definitely be big names, and the appearance fees for reality shows are higher than those for indoor variety shows. Three to five million yuan can't even cover the appearance fees for twelve celebrity guests in a season."

He said that, but he was secretly overjoyed.

When you're feeling sleepy, someone brings you a pillow.

Zhang Jinxuan was still figuring out how to persuade Yang Mi to invest more money, but he didn't expect her to be so generous, asking for three to five million right off the bat.

Three to five million over 13 years is not a small amount.

This amount of money alone could be used to produce a low-budget version of the reality show "Wild Kitchen," and Zhang Jinxuan himself could also invest some money.

They have money, manpower, and copyrights; they can compete with Youku and Hunan TV without fear.

Yang Mi frowned and said, "Is making reality shows really that expensive?"

"Of course, since it's going to be broadcast on TV, we'll definitely strive for perfection. Besides the celebrity guests, there are a lot of production team members. Filming outdoors means daily expenses for transportation, food, lodging, and salaries, which is a considerable expense. And there are even more other miscellaneous costs."

"Jinxuan, how much do you estimate it would cost to produce one season's worth?"

"I'm not sure yet. Let's talk to the people from Youku and Mango TV tomorrow and see." Zhang Jinxuan said sincerely to Yang Mi, "Sister Mi, Sister Jia, Sister Yao, I remember all the things you did for me: promoting 'Wild Kitchen,' introducing me to President Zhu, and helping me get the role of Ling Yue in 'Swords of Legends.' I welcome the studio to invest in the 'Wild Kitchen' reality show, but I hope the studio can agree to three requests."

"Go ahead and say it."

"First, the studio must firmly stand on my side."

Yang Mi waved her hand and said, "Of course, the studio will support you to the end."

Zhang Jinxuan nodded in satisfaction and then said, "Secondly, you must support me in continuing to serve as the main MC in the reality show 'Wild Kitchen'."

Zhang Jinxuan's past experiences told him that it didn't matter whether there were people who could cook on a food show, nor did it matter if there was a host. He was worried that he would be marginalized as the show progressed.

This situation is highly likely to occur, especially when a conflict of interest arises.

Zeng Jia reassured Zhang Jinxuan: "The biggest highlight of 'Wild Kitchen' is you, Jinxuan. If you don't become the MC, the fans won't accept it, the audience won't accept it, and the investment risk is too great. We will definitely support you to continue as the MC. Last time, Mr. Zhu from Youku thought the same thing."

Last time is last time, now is now, and thoughts can change.

"Third, you need to support my right to plan and produce reality shows, so that others can avoid messing things up and ruining the program."

"No problem, we absolutely support you."

Zhang Jinxuan picked up his teacup and said happily, "It's a pleasure to work with you. I wish the reality show 'Wild Kitchen' a successful launch and I hope we can all make a lot of money from this program."

"Get rich."

"Make a fortune."

May your wealth flow in abundantly.

They clinked glasses with tea instead of wine, and the atmosphere became even more harmonious and lively as they ate hotpot and enthusiastically discussed how to fight the evil "Youmang Force" the next day.

The hot pot meal lasted until seven or eight o'clock in the evening. Yang Mi was still in high spirits and suggested going to karaoke. Zeng Jia couldn't go, Yao Yao had something to do, and Zhang Jinxuan definitely couldn't go either.

They need to avoid suspicion, since Yang Mi has a boyfriend now.

"You guys are such a killjoy." Yang Mi frowned unhappily, then tugged at Zhang Jinxuan's clothes with two fingers in a coquettish tone, "Xiao Xuanxuan, if you're not going to karaoke, let's go to an internet cafe to play games."

Zhang Jinxuan refused: "Suo Rui, I haven't been to internet cafes for years. Go play by yourself."

"Tch, boring. Don't you play games?"

"My life is very fulfilling, I don't have time to play video games."

"I know you're busy at the shop during the day, but what do you do when you get home at night?"

"Seeking knowledge and asking questions."

Yang Mi looked at her with suspicion: "Are you working this hard?"

Zhang Jinxuan recited the sheep's mantra: "Strive, strive, and strive again."

"Crazy." Yang Mi saw Yao Yao return after going out to pay the bill, stood up, tugged at her skirt, grabbed her coat from the back of the chair, and kicked Zhang Jinxuan with her foot. "Let's go, you weirdo."

"What the hell is a 'hard-working monster'?"

"In the first episode, you talked about a Frankenstein's monster, and netizens invented a bunch of 'monsters'. The 'hard-working monster' is my original creation. I'll make a meme with your photo someday, and it'll definitely go viral."

Zhang Jinxuan: "..."

Yang Mi teased, "Little Xuanxuan, what's it like living in a meme world?"

"The dream of 900 million girls".

Haha~~

Yang Mi, Zeng Jia, and Yao Yao are laughing.

"That's hilarious."

Yang Mi's foxy eyes sparkled with excitement: "You want to be the dream of 900 million girls, right? I'll grant your wish, I'll make an emoji for you and post it on Weibo when we get back."

Zhang Jinxuan complained, "Sister Mi, have some decency."

Yang Mi smiled, put on her coat and hat, and was escorted out of the private room by Zeng Jia, Yao Yao, and Zhang Jinxuan.

Upon arriving at the parking lot, Yang Mi gestured with her chin and asked, "Xiao Xuanxuan, would you like us to take you home?"

"Thank you, but no need, Jingjing is here to pick me up."

"Okay, I'm off, see you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow, ladies, please be careful."

"You too, bye-bye."

"Bye-Bye."

After Yang Mi and the others got into the car, Zhang Jinxuan also walked towards his own vehicle, opened the door, sat in the passenger seat, and turned his head to instruct, "Jingjing, drive home."

"Okay."

As the horn sounded, Zhang Jinxuan waved to the passing van, rolled up the window, fastened his seatbelt, and leaned back comfortably.

As the Audi A6 merged into the bustling street, the streetlights cast flowing rainbows on its body, creating a dreamlike and beautiful effect.

Zhang Jinxuan noticed Jingjing in the rearview mirror hesitate several times, as if she wanted to say something, and asked, "Is there something you want to say?"

"Brother Xuan, you and Nazha..."

"It's that kind of relationship you're thinking of."

"you……"

"Not to be disclosed."

Jingjing asked, "Do Jia-jie and Mi-jie know?"

"I don't know for now."

Jingjing gave Zhang Jinxuan a complicated look, and said with a hint of disappointment, "Brother Xuan, there are so many beautiful women in the entertainment industry, why did you have to choose Nazha? She has a terrible reputation and a lot of haters."

"I know, netizens have dug up her past completely, they know everything about her. You know, I have to stay away from many of those with good reputations. In the entertainment industry, reputations can be manipulated."

"Did Mengying also use cheating?"

"She's just debuted, it's simple, no need to splurge." Zhang Jinxuan changed the subject, asking, "Have Nazha and Jingjing looked at houses yet?"

A few days ago, Zhang Jinxuan instructed Jingjing to rent a house. There were only a few high-end residences around Beijing Film Academy that met his requirements, so it was easy to find one. Jingjing immediately took a liking to the apartment in the IAPM area.

"I've seen it."

Are they satisfied?

Jingjing snorted, "A four-bedroom duplex apartment with a monthly rent of tens of thousands, what could she possibly be dissatisfied with? She's overjoyed, practically grinning like an idiot."

Zhang Jinxuan burst out laughing; Jingjing's description was so vivid.

"If you're satisfied, then rent it. Move in tomorrow. The two bedrooms on the first floor are for you and Jingjing. You can move in whenever you want. If you don't like getting along with Nazha, you don't have to force yourself..."

Jingjing quickly interrupted, "There's nothing unpleasant about it. I'm your assistant, Brother Xuan, not Nazha's assistant. The house is so big, I can only see her a few times a day when I'm hiding in my room. Besides, Nazha is quite cute."

"Jingjing, I still prefer your rebellious side."

"A spacious house brings joy to the poor scholar; this is the expectation of sages, and I have fulfilled it. Why should I remain unruly?"

That makes so much sense, I'm speechless.

Jingjing suddenly chuckled and said, "My dog ​​and I sampled the food at the apartment restaurant for you, Brother Xuan. It was pretty good! You'll be in luck in the future."

"Who is the dog?"

"Kyoto...that Kyoto."

"Are you alright? Why are you giving people random nicknames?"

"We have the same pronunciation, so if we don't give each other nicknames, we won't know who to call. Besides, Naza gave me a nickname first, so this is just me retaliating in self-defense."

"What's your nickname?"

Jingjing said angrily, "The sixth day."

Haha~~