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Even though I felt a great deal of resentment inside, I didn't express it easily. I merely nodded slightly and said, "Well, it's indeed not hard to find. Are you planning to replace someone? If that's the case, I'll take my leave." I had already made up my mind; if the director insisted on being stubborn, I would go find Li Da Ye and conspire with him. I couldn't believe the director would find someone willing to collaborate with him tonight.
"Wait, wait, wait, Little Master Liu, I spoke too hastily. Please don’t take offense. Although my way of expressing myself isn't the best, I truly mean it. If you're willing to cooperate, the reward is negotiable." The director seemed anxious as he saw me wanting to leave. He knew there were likely other eyes watching him, and since I was already aware of the situation, he felt even more uneasy. The more people who knew about this disgraceful matter, the more trouble it would bring.
I replied, "I can't do such things. You may not fear retribution, but I do fear divine punishment. I can help deal with your Ghostly Affairs in the crew, but I absolutely cannot agree to your terms. Director, I've said what I needed to say. You think it over; if you can manage it, then go ahead. If not, I'll be on my way."
"Ding dong, ding ding." Before the director could respond, the doorbell rang from outside. The director muttered about who could be coming at such a late hour and then called Xiaolin to open the door. Xiaolin complied and hurried to the door to open it. Once the door was opened, Xiaolin exclaimed, "Oh my goodness!" and quickly ran back to my side, trembling as he said, "A ghost! A ghost has come!"
The director and I turned simultaneously towards the door and saw Li Da Ye standing there. The director smiled and said, "What ghost? Isn’t that Li Da Ye? I was just saying Li Da Ye, at this late hour..." He stopped mid-sentence as his smile slowly froze on his face. Then he echoed Xiaolin's words with a startled "Oh my goodness!" and ran behind me as well. I couldn't help but chuckle at their lack of courage; they wanted to film real ghosts for publicity.
"What ghost? Director Xiaolin, what are you two playing at? I don’t understand why I'm here just to ask the director..."
"You came to ask when we’re filming the money-burning Lens, right? Ha ha! Alright, you two sit back down. What’s there to be afraid of?" Before he could finish his sentence, I interrupted him directly. Seeing me speak up eased some of the fear in both the director and Xiaolin as they cautiously returned to their seats on the sofa.
He looked slightly displeased that I interrupted him and said, "Who are you to meddle in our crew's affairs?"
"Fine then, if I'm not meddling, Director, you answer him: when are we filming the Joss Paper Lens?" I said cheerfully to the director.
The director forced a smile and replied, "Li Da Ye, when do you think we should film?"
"Tonight," Li Da Ye said without hesitation.
"What? Tonight is too late! How about tomorrow night instead?" The director's smile stiffened as he cautiously asked. I glanced at the clock; it was nearly two o'clock. Going out now to film a ghost Lens? Li Da Ye was indeed impatient—no, it should be said that the Spirit God within Li Da Ye was quite eager.
Li Da Ye responded, "Alright then, Director. We'll follow your lead and film tomorrow night. If I'm still not back by then... well, let's just say it would be a long night filled with dreams." He glanced at me before opening his mouth but ultimately said nothing. He turned around and left through the door while closing it behind him.
After Li Da Ye left, both of them sighed in relief. I chuckled and said, "Heh heh, that Li Da Ye is quite interesting, coming all the way here so late just to deliver something to you."
Hearing this, the director quickly replied, "Isn't he here to discuss something since he brought it to the door?" I said, "Did you notice that your back was itching all evening at the set? It only stopped once you got into the car and until now."
"Yeah, that's right. Maybe it's just that time has passed," the director continued chatting with me, as if the previous conflicts with the collaborators had been resolved. These businessmen are quite peculiar; when they have time to think about their interests, they become very rational. However, if their rationality is clouded by fear, they temporarily set aside their interests. Clearly, he didn't have the bandwidth to think about what he previously mentioned regarding collaborating on a ghost project.
"Time has passed? Do you believe that soon your neck will start itching again?" I said, then stood up and added, "Director, I must take my leave. I can't agree to your terms; there's nothing more for us to discuss. If you insist on changing people, then please go ahead." At this point, I was certain that the Little Ghost had been brought over by Li Da Ye and was left in the room. I didn't tell the director; I couldn't let him pass through tonight unscathed. Besides, that Little Ghost wouldn't harm him; it would just scare him a bit.
As I stood up to leave, the director also got up and said, "Little Master Liu, that's not what I meant. I'm just seeing this as a rare opportunity. If you really can collaborate with me, I won't treat you poorly. Xiao Lin will also receive a lot of care from me; really, he can have lines and even his own Lens. As long as you agree with me. If you can catch one or two real ghosts to act as actors, that would be even better." His eyes sparkled with greed as he spoke. To me, it sounded absurd—what a joke to catch Spirit Gods to act.
"I'm sorry, Director. Not everything in this world can be measured by value. How could you think of using real ghosts for a Lens? If a ghost appears, do you dare film it? Will it follow your instructions? Would you dare let the National Radio and Television Administration review it? You seem to be scared out of your wits." I finished speaking as I reached the door; pulling it open, I turned and walked out.
Xiao Lin nodded respectfully at the director and said he would head back first before following me out of the director's room. Just as the door closed behind us, I heard the director's disdainful voice: "What are you pretending for? I don't believe you're truly kind-hearted. Not making money? Foolish! You deserve to be poor for life."
His voice wasn't loud but was clear enough for both Xiao Lin and me to hear as we walked down the corridor. It wasn't until we entered the elevator that Xiao Lin asked me, "Why are you so emotional? Honestly, I think the director's idea isn't bad. Sure, he's a bit greedy for fame and fortune, but wouldn't others think like that too? Why make things difficult between you two? Do you really think he can't find someone else to solve this?"
I replied, "Whether he can find someone or not is beyond my knowledge, but I know he won't be sleeping soundly tonight." I raised my hand to check my watch; it was already two o'clock. With a grin, I added, "Just wait; by five at the latest, he'll definitely come begging us."
"Oh right! What did you mean when you said Li Da Ye came to deliver something to the director?" Xiao Lin asked again. I said, "Exactly! Li Da Ye brought that Little Ghost over for the director. When you were leaving just now, did you feel a hint of Yin Qi at the door?"
Xiao Lin replied, "I actually did feel something—a brief sensation that flashed by quickly."
"What kind of feeling was it?"
"It feels like applying a cooling balm on the skin, and then being blown by the wind, that kind of refreshing sensation. Is this what Yin Qi feels like?" Xiaolin said.
"This is caused by Yin Qi, but not all Yin Qi feels this way. Anyway, it's a long story. In short, that Little Ghost has gone to the director's room again, and I’ve already hinted to the director. If he really nurtures his back and inner strength, he will definitely realize he’s not just having an allergic reaction. At that point, it will be the beginning of his nightmare; he will think a lot, become more afraid, and the more afraid he gets, the more he will think about it. Eventually, he will come to us for help," I replied.
As we exited the elevator, Xiaolin asked, "And then what? What happens after he seeks help?"
"I'll force him to delete the Recording," I said.
Xiaolin responded, "If it were that easy for him to delete the Recording, we wouldn't have to go through all this trouble. You could just find a ghost to threaten him. I know him; if we rely solely on this harmless tactic from a little girl, I don't think he will delete the Recording. He will act as he pleases."
I nodded in agreement and then said, "So now I need to go find Li Da Ye, not rest in your room. You and Li Da Ye should have similar accommodations. Is he staying at that small hotel where you are?"
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