radiothebook Chapter 337 Cai Yinong's Invitation
Chapter 337 Cai Yinong's Invitation
"And what about the travel itinerary?"
Zhao Qi turned to the next page of the folder.
"The travel itinerary has been confirmed."
The first stop was Copenhagen, Denmark; the second stop was Oslo, Norway; the third stop was Reykjavik, Iceland; the fourth stop was Helsinki, Finland; and the last stop was Stockholm, Sweden.
The entire project will last 25 days, with a filming crew of 50 people. Security and medical support have been fully arranged.
Fu Yibai took the route map and glanced at it.
We visited four of the five Nordic countries, and the route was well-designed with relatively short distances between cities.
Iceland is the third stop.
The recording period is from the beginning to the end of January next year, and the probability of seeing the aurora is the highest in January.
Has the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported this to them?
"It has been reported."
The embassies and consulates of five countries have issued diplomatic notes, and local security companies have signed contracts.
"What about the budget?"
"It's much better than the first season."
The main reason is that filming in Iceland is expensive; accommodation, transportation, and security are all significantly more expensive than in mainland Europe.
This time, with five countries involved and multiple relocations, the costs of airfare and equipment transportation have increased.
"Okay, if the budget isn't enough, approve a little more."
"it is good."
Zhao Qi nodded with a strange expression.
October 11, Shanghai.
The promotional event for "Pacific Rim" in Shanghai was held in the banquet hall of a five-star hotel in Pudong.
Starting at 2 PM, there were several segments including media interviews, fan meetings, and pre-screening interactions. By the time we finished, it was already past 6 PM.
Fu Yibai came out of the banquet hall, with Fan Binbin walking beside him.
Yang Xue followed behind, looking down at her phone with an ambiguous smile on her lips, probably chatting with someone.
Deng Chao and his two companions walked at the back, chatting and laughing.
"You really went through a lot, following the entire promotion."
Fan Binbin teased Fu Yibai.
"There's nothing I can do; I'm destined to be a hard worker."
I was supposed to rest, but I didn't expect to be given so much work as soon as I got back.
It seems like I'm a fake boss.
Fu Yibai shrugged.
Fan Binbin covered her mouth and chuckled.
"I think it's great; you have just as many fans as I do."
You should show yourself in front of your fans more often.
I feel that Pacific Rim's box office performance will break Gravity's record.
"Of course."
"Mr. Fu, what would you like to eat tonight?"
Deng Chao followed from behind.
"Lao Lei and I found a local Shanghainese restaurant not far from our hotel, and the online reviews are really good. Want to go together?"
Just as Fu Yibai was about to answer, his phone vibrated in his pocket.
He took it out and glanced at it; the caller ID read: Tsai Yinong.
He answered the call.
"President Cai."
Cai Yinong's voice came from the other end of the phone, carrying the casualness of an old acquaintance.
"Director Fu, I heard you've come to Shanghai?"
"Why didn't you even say hello? That's too formal."
"I just arrived today and have been busy with promotions all afternoon, so I haven't had a chance to contact you yet."
Fu Yibai walked to a window seat in the corridor, where the Huangpu River outside shimmered with a grayish-blue light in the twilight.
That's perfect.
Are you free tonight? I'd like to treat you to dinner.
Cai Yinong paused, her tone becoming more tentative.
"I brought a little kid with me, you guys can get to know him."
Fu Yibai was silent for a moment.
"Okay. You choose the location."
"Okay, I'll send the address to your phone. See you at 7:30."
After hanging up the phone, Fu Yibai walked back to his team.
Fan Binbin looked up at him, her eyes filled with inquiry.
"It's Cai Yinong on the phone. Ms. Cai from Sugar Man invites me to dinner tonight."
Fan Binbin raised an eyebrow but didn't say anything.
Deng Chao clicked his tongue in approval from the side.
"We'll have to eat at that local Shanghai cuisine restaurant ourselves."
"Director Fu, you go about your business. We'll handle this ourselves."
"Go ahead. The accounting firm."
"Alright!"
Deng Chao left with Lei Jiayin and the others with a grin.
Fan Binbin walked beside Fu Yibai, and only after the others had walked away did he lower his voice and ask a question.
"What does Tsai Yinong want with you?"
"I don't know, they probably want something from me."
Fu Yibai shrugged.
"Do you want to go?"
"No, I'm tired after a long day. I want to go back to the hotel to rest."
Drink less.
"Um."
At 7:30 p.m., Fu Yibai arrived at the address sent by Cai Yinong on time.
The restaurant is located in an old villa on the Bund. The sign at the entrance is small and the lighting is dim, but the interior decoration is exquisite.
The private room is on the second floor, and you can see the night view of the Huangpu River by opening the window.
Tsai Yinong has arrived.
She was wearing a deep purple velvet cheongsam, which accentuated her curvaceous figure.
The woman in her forties is very well-maintained; her skin is fair and firm, and she looks just as good as a girl in her twenties or thirties.
Sitting next to her was a young girl wearing a beige knitted dress, with long hair draped over her shoulders, delicate features, and an elegant demeanor.
When Fu Yibai entered, Cai Yinong stood up and greeted him with a smile.
"Director Fu, it's been a long time."
"You're such a busy person, it's really not easy to get an appointment with you."
"Mr. Cai, you're too kind."
Fu Yibai shook hands with her, his gaze falling on the girl.
The girl also stood up and gave a slight bow.
His movements were somewhat restrained, lacking the smooth and adept manner of others.
"Hello Director Fu, I'm Liu Shishi."
Fu Yibai nodded.
"Hello there."
The three people took their seats.