She Stuns the World - Chapter 385: Chapter 385
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Zayn walked to the balcony of the small living room to answer the call.
Athena did not pay any more attention to this matter and returned to the study in the annex to read.
She believed that with Zayn's ability, he could handle this matter independently and did not need her to worry about it.
In the next few days, she saw him often sitting cross-legged on the sofa in the living room, watching television intently.
The television was playing action movies, gunfight films, war movies, and so on.
From time to time, he would nod, shake his head, pause the screen, and write something seriously in his notebook. Sometimes, he even imitated the characters on television, reciting lines, making expressions, doing action moves, and so on.
He often went out alone, and she had no idea where he went.
A few days later, Zayn told his family, "I've signed on for a film called Boundary Strike, where I'll be playing a soldier. The shooting is expected to take about two months."
The whole family was dumbfounded.
Wesley said, "Is this movie legitimate? Can you confirm that there won't be any issues?"
"Will it be dangerous?" Claire asked.
"Have you signed the contract?" Arthur said. "Did you have a professional lawyer review it? Our family knows a very good lawyer."
Alaric was thrilled. "Awesome, Zayn! Are you going to be a celebrity? Be careful of the unspoken rules. Don't let anyone cheat you."
Zayn said, "Don't worry. The crew is legitimate. The director is well known, and the compensation they offer is good. I've carefully studied the contract, so everything will be fine."
Everyone nodded. "It's fine as long as you have verified everything. Be sure to take good care of yourself when you are out there."
This news was immediately posted in the family's group chat. Jaden saw it too.
He called Zayn and said, "It's dangerous to shoot this kind of movie, right?"
Zayn clarified, "I play a special forces soldier in the movie. I don't have many lines. I just need to know how to fight. I'm just being myself in the role. The danger of acting is really nothing compared to the danger I faced during my military service, so you don't have to worry."
"I think you need an assistant. Shall I go with you?"
"It's okay. There are hundreds of people in the entire crew, and there are professionals handling everything. I can manage on my own. Besides, you have to provide ingredients for the restaurant, and it can't go wrong. You shouldn't be away for too long."
Jaden sighed. "You said you would help me plant vegetables and raise pigs, but now you're leaving for so long after coming back for a few days. It's hard for me to even see you."
Zayn smiled. "I can earn a lot from acting..."
While the two were chatting, Luna happened to go upstairs to get something. When she overheard Jaden's phone conversation, her heart skipped a beat.
After Jaden finished the call, she asked, "Is someone in your family going to act in a movie?"
Jaden did not hide. "Yeah. My third brother is going to play a soldier in Quirky Steve's crew."
Luna felt a bit gloomy upon hearing this.
She thought, 'I've been a movie queen who has worked hard in the entertainment industry for over a decade. Even though I've been on a decline in recent years, my status and connections are still solid. His younger brother is going to act in a film, but how come he didn't inform me? I'd be more than happy to help.'
But she knew very well that the Donovan family placed great emphasis on "backbone". They would never readily ask for help or owe others a favor.
She said calmly, "Your brother is acting in a movie for the first time, right? If you think it'd be useful, I can teach him how to act. Horace can also tell him some rules, connections, and things to take note of in the industry."
Jaden smiled. "Thank you. My third brother has been working hard on his acting these few days. It would be great if you could help."
During this period, the crew of "High Mountain" was filming scenes about opening up the wasteland.
The barren mountains and wasteland contracted by Jaden had already been burned bare. All kinds of excess stones and debris had also been cleared away. Now they were just waiting for the rain to soften the soil before they could proceed with tilling and other operations.
Before it rained, the crew was relatively free. Luna was not busy either.
So, she immediately contacted Horace and, along with Jaden, headed to Kitmore City to meet Zayn.
In the next few days, she diligently taught Zayn some basic theories and techniques of acting. She imparted her experience to him without holding anything back.
Zayn was very grateful for this.
Jaden saw everything and made a mental note of it.
Three days later, Zayn left Kitmore City and flew to an island to prepare for filming the prison break scene set on the island.
Louis informed Matthew about this matter again.
Matthew looked up and asked, "You know what to do now, huh?"
"I know," Louis replied. He was quite experienced in handling such matters. He was eager in letting Matthew know how capable he was.
"I'll personally inform the investors and ask the director to treat Zayn a little better. Of course, this matter will be handled smoothly. No one will see that Zayn has a backer."
Matthew nodded and fell silent.
Two days later, the main investor of Boundary Strike personally arrived on set to see how the filming was going.
With the bankroller's arrival, the actors worked very hard, hoping to leave a good impression on him.
The investor watched at the filming location for a whole day without saying anything.
It was not until he was leaving that he told Steve with admiration, "The newcomer we found at the last minute is not bad. Guide him well. We might need to work with him in the future."
At the same time, he generously waved and added an investment of 4 million dollars, instructing Steve to ensure that the action scenes were spectacular and not to let the good performance of the actors go to waste.
Steve realized that the investor had only mentioned one person's name throughout the day, so he knew what to do.
Adding to his satisfaction with Zayn's performance, he immediately smiled and said, "You have great taste! I'm also keen to nurture this newcomer. We're on the same page."
The two looked at each other and laughed heartily.
Zayn didn't know any of this. He just did his job wholeheartedly.
It was November 22nd.
Matthew stayed up until ten in the morning absent-mindedly before feigning indifference and texting Athena. [Miss Donovan, today is my birthday. I wonder if you're free tonight. I want to treat you to a meal.]
Athena did not pay any more attention to this matter and returned to the study in the annex to read.
She believed that with Zayn's ability, he could handle this matter independently and did not need her to worry about it.
In the next few days, she saw him often sitting cross-legged on the sofa in the living room, watching television intently.
The television was playing action movies, gunfight films, war movies, and so on.
From time to time, he would nod, shake his head, pause the screen, and write something seriously in his notebook. Sometimes, he even imitated the characters on television, reciting lines, making expressions, doing action moves, and so on.
He often went out alone, and she had no idea where he went.
A few days later, Zayn told his family, "I've signed on for a film called Boundary Strike, where I'll be playing a soldier. The shooting is expected to take about two months."
The whole family was dumbfounded.
Wesley said, "Is this movie legitimate? Can you confirm that there won't be any issues?"
"Will it be dangerous?" Claire asked.
"Have you signed the contract?" Arthur said. "Did you have a professional lawyer review it? Our family knows a very good lawyer."
Alaric was thrilled. "Awesome, Zayn! Are you going to be a celebrity? Be careful of the unspoken rules. Don't let anyone cheat you."
Zayn said, "Don't worry. The crew is legitimate. The director is well known, and the compensation they offer is good. I've carefully studied the contract, so everything will be fine."
Everyone nodded. "It's fine as long as you have verified everything. Be sure to take good care of yourself when you are out there."
This news was immediately posted in the family's group chat. Jaden saw it too.
He called Zayn and said, "It's dangerous to shoot this kind of movie, right?"
Zayn clarified, "I play a special forces soldier in the movie. I don't have many lines. I just need to know how to fight. I'm just being myself in the role. The danger of acting is really nothing compared to the danger I faced during my military service, so you don't have to worry."
"I think you need an assistant. Shall I go with you?"
"It's okay. There are hundreds of people in the entire crew, and there are professionals handling everything. I can manage on my own. Besides, you have to provide ingredients for the restaurant, and it can't go wrong. You shouldn't be away for too long."
Jaden sighed. "You said you would help me plant vegetables and raise pigs, but now you're leaving for so long after coming back for a few days. It's hard for me to even see you."
Zayn smiled. "I can earn a lot from acting..."
While the two were chatting, Luna happened to go upstairs to get something. When she overheard Jaden's phone conversation, her heart skipped a beat.
After Jaden finished the call, she asked, "Is someone in your family going to act in a movie?"
Jaden did not hide. "Yeah. My third brother is going to play a soldier in Quirky Steve's crew."
Luna felt a bit gloomy upon hearing this.
She thought, 'I've been a movie queen who has worked hard in the entertainment industry for over a decade. Even though I've been on a decline in recent years, my status and connections are still solid. His younger brother is going to act in a film, but how come he didn't inform me? I'd be more than happy to help.'
But she knew very well that the Donovan family placed great emphasis on "backbone". They would never readily ask for help or owe others a favor.
She said calmly, "Your brother is acting in a movie for the first time, right? If you think it'd be useful, I can teach him how to act. Horace can also tell him some rules, connections, and things to take note of in the industry."
Jaden smiled. "Thank you. My third brother has been working hard on his acting these few days. It would be great if you could help."
During this period, the crew of "High Mountain" was filming scenes about opening up the wasteland.
The barren mountains and wasteland contracted by Jaden had already been burned bare. All kinds of excess stones and debris had also been cleared away. Now they were just waiting for the rain to soften the soil before they could proceed with tilling and other operations.
Before it rained, the crew was relatively free. Luna was not busy either.
So, she immediately contacted Horace and, along with Jaden, headed to Kitmore City to meet Zayn.
In the next few days, she diligently taught Zayn some basic theories and techniques of acting. She imparted her experience to him without holding anything back.
Zayn was very grateful for this.
Jaden saw everything and made a mental note of it.
Three days later, Zayn left Kitmore City and flew to an island to prepare for filming the prison break scene set on the island.
Louis informed Matthew about this matter again.
Matthew looked up and asked, "You know what to do now, huh?"
"I know," Louis replied. He was quite experienced in handling such matters. He was eager in letting Matthew know how capable he was.
"I'll personally inform the investors and ask the director to treat Zayn a little better. Of course, this matter will be handled smoothly. No one will see that Zayn has a backer."
Matthew nodded and fell silent.
Two days later, the main investor of Boundary Strike personally arrived on set to see how the filming was going.
With the bankroller's arrival, the actors worked very hard, hoping to leave a good impression on him.
The investor watched at the filming location for a whole day without saying anything.
It was not until he was leaving that he told Steve with admiration, "The newcomer we found at the last minute is not bad. Guide him well. We might need to work with him in the future."
At the same time, he generously waved and added an investment of 4 million dollars, instructing Steve to ensure that the action scenes were spectacular and not to let the good performance of the actors go to waste.
Steve realized that the investor had only mentioned one person's name throughout the day, so he knew what to do.
Adding to his satisfaction with Zayn's performance, he immediately smiled and said, "You have great taste! I'm also keen to nurture this newcomer. We're on the same page."
The two looked at each other and laughed heartily.
Zayn didn't know any of this. He just did his job wholeheartedly.
It was November 22nd.
Matthew stayed up until ten in the morning absent-mindedly before feigning indifference and texting Athena. [Miss Donovan, today is my birthday. I wonder if you're free tonight. I want to treat you to a meal.]
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