Li Qian made two new friends, although this thing is actually quite unreliable.

  Two men, one named Cao Yun and the other Yu Bojun.

  At that time, Li Qian and Wang Jinglu were eating rice noodles in a rice noodle shop, chatting about the movie they had just watched. Because Wang Jinglu was going to take the film academy exam in the future, she had also taken a supplementary class during the summer vacation, so when the two of them talked about movies, the topic could be discussed in depth, and Li Qian's criticism of that movie became somewhat sarcastic.

  Then, Cao Teng and Yu Bojun, who were also eating rice noodles in that shop, were attracted over.

  This Cao Ting, unexpectedly is someone I've seen before.

  He was about forty years old, with a circle of sexy stubble on his mouth and chin, a square face, short hair, wearing a graffiti T-shirt and jeans, giving off a very weathered uncle vibe. The first time Li Qian saw her, he almost thought he saw Huang Sir from Infernal Affairs, but after taking a closer look, he realized it wasn't the same person. This time when they ran into each other again, at first glance, he still almost mistook him for Huang Qiusheng because the two of them had that same weathered and ruffian air about them.

  At that time, Li Qian was singing Russian songs in the restaurant, and he even gave a tip of 100 yuan twice. Later, it turned out that Li Qian only knew those two songs, which was very disappointing.

  Later, Li Qian found out from the restaurant service staff that he was actually the behind-the-scenes big boss of that restaurant, and the manager of the restaurant, who was also the young woman who interviewed and hired her, was Cao Yun's third wife.

  Of course, Li Qian remembered him, but he had obviously forgotten about Li Qian.

  As for Yu Bojun... he is an extremely handsome big brother, his attire and grooming are also very exquisite, with the appearance of a rich young master.

  The two of them came straight over with a stern expression and introduced themselves, saying they wanted to have a chat. And as soon as he made the introduction, Li Jian's eyes widened in surprise.

  Because Cao Yun said he had a pen name called Huang Yu Jie.

  When he heard the name, Li Qian immediately remembered that he had seen the article "The Wolf is Coming!" in the newspaper, and then he immediately knew why these two people came.

  But suddenly felt a sense of "very messy".

  To be honest, if it were a different time and place, even if it weren't so coincidental that they ran into each other while Li Qian was on a date with Wang Jinglu, Li Qian would have been very willing to have an in-depth conversation with him about domestic films. But at that moment, Li Qian really didn't want to bother with them.

  But they came over, so Li Qian had no choice but to introduce himself too.

  As for the young man singing Russian songs in the restaurant, Cao Yun suddenly woke up and his eyes began to shine.

  As soon as they mentioned the name, the two of them suddenly had another layer of relationship added on.

  As soon as he heard the name Li Qian, he immediately asked if the songs on Liao Liao's album were written by him.

  Good guy, this is just right up against.

  Li Qian took his guitar into the restaurant to sing for tips. Cao Yun was the owner of the restaurant and also half a fan of Li's music.

  Li Qian is very interested in film and has many ideas, while Cao Ting is a screenwriter, film critic, and also works on film scores.

  Li Qian is good at writing songs, whether it's lyrics, composition or arrangement, he excels in all aspects. He even used five of his songs to propel Liao Liao to the current position of great fame and fortune. Cao Yun is also a veteran rocker, a well-known songwriter and composer within the industry, as well as one of the top five bassists in the country. Coincidentally, both of their songs appeared on Liao Liao's album at the same time.

  So many layers of relationships entwined, even if they weren't friends before, they become friends now.

  As they chatted, Li Qian discovered that Yu Bojun was also a director and screenwriter who had taken on multiple roles. Although he made movies only because his family owned a chain of cinemas with over 30 theaters across the province of Shandong, and his films were only meant to fill gaps in the theater schedule, by the time he was just over 30 years old, he already had five directing credits under his belt, which was still an impressive achievement.

  It's a coincidence that before the summer vacation, Li Qian and Wang Jinglu went to see a movie for the first time, and the movie "Love Won't Lose" they saw was actually his work - this added another layer of familiarity!

  Perhaps this is how the phrase "birds of a feather flock together" originated.

  The three of them really started talking and got more and more excited as they went along.

  It started with your comment on the romantic movie Li Qian and others had just watched, then shifted to criticizing "Love Will Not Lose", and then began discussing the status of martial arts films in domestic movies, and then turned to filming techniques, and finally unknowingly started talking about the impact of CG technology on the future development of film.

  Cao Yun was undoubtedly a insider in the film industry, Yu Bojun was also an insider, Li Qian may not be familiar with the domestic film industry of this era, but his past experience gave him a clear understanding of the development trend of the entire film industry that the other two could not match... So, the three people sat there and chatted for more than an hour, attracting everyone's attention, until the boss had opinions, and several people finally got up and left.

  From start to finish, Cao Yun and Yu Bojun didn't seem to think it was beneath them to discuss movies with a 17 or 18 year old kid, and Li Qian also didn't feel uncomfortable interacting with two people in their thirties.

  As they left the rice noodle shop, Yu Bojun suggested finding a place to sit and continue chatting, but Li Qian refused. He had already neglected Wang Jinglu for so long, and if he continued to chat with them, his day would be ruined.

  So everyone agreed to meet at Cao Yun's second-hand bookstore at the intersection of Jing San Xiao and Wei Liu tomorrow.

  So on the second day, Li Qian rode a bicycle to pick up Wang Jinglu and rushed to Jing San Xiao Wei Liu.

  There is indeed an unassuming bookstore here.

  Moreover, it can be seen that Cao Ting and Yu Bojun attach great importance to the arrival of Li Qian, this new friend.

  Not only is Cao Yun's wife here, but Yu Bojun's girlfriend is also here.

  Li Qian had just arrived at the second floor when Yu Bojun pointed at him and Wang Jinglu, laughing: "You really don't mind being so shabby, riding such a broken bicycle to bring out the girl! Yesterday I asked Old Cao about you, it's said that several companies in the music industry have already offered 150,000 yuan per song. If you're willing to write songs, you'll immediately get a lot of money! Do you need to show off your poverty?"

  It has to be admitted that, compared with the Porsche and Land Rover parked outside the bookstore, Li Qian's bicycle was indeed extremely shabby. However, Li Qian didn't feel embarrassed at all. Upon hearing this, Wen Yan just smiled and asked Cao Yun: "Cao Ge, what do you think?"

  Cao Yun's eyes were half-closed, looking like he hadn't woken up yet, but as soon as he opened his mouth, his words were sharp: "Only nouveau riche and businessmen can't wait to show off their strength at all times!"

  He finished speaking and pointed at himself, saying: "I am a businessman!"

  He also pointed at Yu Bojun and said: "They are nouveau riche!"

  Three people laughed loudly together.

  Last night when he went back, not only did Cao Yun and Yu Bojun ask about him, but he also specially called Liao Liao to help ask about the two of them. The result was shocking...

  Because Cao Ting is considered a person in the music circle, Liao Liao was able to gather relatively detailed information. It is said that Cao Ting's ancestors were from a scholarly family and during the previous dynasty, several generations of his family were successful candidates in the imperial examination. Cao Ting's great-great-grandfather even served as the Left Vice Minister of Rites, although the Cao family had not produced any officials for decades, they remained wealthy.

  As for Cao Yun himself, he dropped out of school at the age of 17 and took his guitar to Shuntianfu to play rock music. Later, he switched from guitar to bass and was once known as the "Bass King" in the underground rock circle. However, after mixing around for over a decade without achieving much success, he became somewhat disheartened. He then returned home to take over the family business, got married and had children, and also tried writing non-rock folk songs and love songs to submit to record companies. Afterwards, he began to venture into screenwriting and film scoring.

  Up to now, he has written one or two scripts almost every year, composed music for a film, and written more than ten songs. Many record companies and film companies have invited him to join them, but he is content to stay in Jinan Prefecture as a carefree sojourner.

  As for Yu Bojun, it is said that he is a famous playboy in the entertainment circle, and on average, he changes girlfriends every one or two years.

  In short, both of them are known as geniuses in their respective fields.

  The bookstore has three floors. The first floor sells books and audio-visual products, the second floor is a cafe, and the third floor is Mr. Cao's personal reception room and studio.

  Li Qian and Wang Jinglu arrived, then everyone went to the third floor together.

  Then, on this day, except for going to a small restaurant not far away with everyone at noon to have lunch together, the rest of the time was spent sitting together chatting. Later on, it basically became Li Qian and Cao Min, Yu Bojun talking about music and movies, while Cao Min's wife and Yu Bojun's girlfriend, plus Wang Jinglu, chatted about women's topics on the side.

  Of course, Wang Jingluo's age is really too small, and many times she can't get a word in edgewise, often just smiling and listening on the side.

  Cao Ting's wife, Huang, is not considered a top beauty, but she has a elegant temperament and is warm and intelligent in her interactions with others. Although today she had to accompany a high school girl and a somewhat arrogant young star, she still managed to make both of them feel very happy, even Wang Jingluo, who is not good at handling such situations, did not feel left out at all.

  Every time she turned her head to see Li Qian on the other side, drinking tea and excitedly talking about something, Wang Jinglu's heart would inevitably produce a strange emotion.

  Yesterday, on the way here today, Li Qian had already told her a lot about Cao Yun and Yu Bojun, so she was clear that they were two successful and capable men.

  She's no fool, she knows that Li Qian and two men like him sitting together laughing and calling each other brothers represents something.

  So, after everyone finished this small gathering and went home, Wang Jinglu didn't show anything in front of Li Qian, but after returning home, she gradually became silent.

  When Li Qian was selling songs, she was almost one of the first to know. When Li Qian's songs started to become popular, she was also paying attention all along. So, actually, she knew very well that Li Qian was talented, but at that time, in her feeling, Li Qian was still the same Li Qian, he was still around her, and there was no change. His only change seemed to be that he had a little money and a small reputation in the music circle.

  Li Qian is still that high school student Li Qian.

  But today, now, in this special occasion, when she saw Li Qian and two adults, who were also accomplished in their respective fields, chatting freely together, she suddenly realized that the current Li Qian, although still the same Li Qian, was really different from before.

  Now Li Qian seems to have to raise his head to look up at himself.

  Her mood suddenly fell.

  …………

  September 1st, schools across the country start classes.

  Wang Jingxue drove to take her sister to school, watched her complete the registration formalities with her own eyes, helped her put all her luggage into the arranged dormitory, and then reminded her a few words before driving away.

  However, she didn't go home or back to the company, but instead turned around and got on the southbound highway.

  Producer Li Baolong almost made a phone call every day to urge her, she knew that as long as she didn't want to follow the company's arrangement to dance in that direction, someone would have to go and see her.

  Can't drag on any longer.

  ***

  The editor has informed me that it will be put on shelves tomorrow, so this is probably the last public version of the final chapter.

  Let me take a moment to sigh: it's been two months! I just don't know how the sales will be, and I don't know how many friends will be willing to spend money to read what I've written.