Chapter 109 Good Opportunity! [One more chapter]On the other side, Du Sheng and Ye Jingzhi separated and came to the airport lobby. "Ah Sheng, I knew you would contact me!" Ma Yaowei, who had been waiting there for a long time, was very excited and called Du Sheng to get in the car: "Let's go and eat first." The reason why he was so happy, besides meeting an old friend, was that he knew Du Sheng's purpose of coming to Hong Kong. I feel even more excited when I think about the possibility of making a lot of money through cooperation again. Come to think of it, if Du Sheng hadn’t rescued him last time in Yun Mansion, he would probably still be recuperating in the hospital like Yuan Bin. "You've been back for a while, right? How's the investigation going?" After dinner, Du Sheng asked casually. "I have already investigated it!" Ma Yaowei had already done his homework and couldn't wait to explain:
"Currently, the main fighting competitions with formal qualifications in Asia include Guoquan, Neon K1, Nanyang ONE, etc. If we talk about the most recognized drama among Chinese people, it has to be "Legend of Wulin". It is the only organization recognized by UFC, the world's top-level MMA event in the Asia-Pacific region, and is also the first Asian MMA event to be broadcast on a pay-per-view basis abroad. Two sessions have been held so far, and the contestants include top players from Korea, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, China, Luzon, India, and other countries and regions. There are not too many restrictions on the players in the competition. Sanda, oriental martial arts, jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, etc. can all be used..." Ma Yaowei really wanted Du Sheng to participate in the competition, so he described it in great detail. Because in addition to winning big through cooperation, he might also be able to witness the rise of a top Chinese fighting master! Du Sheng listened with great interest. He didn't pay much attention to it in his previous life, but he knew that "Wulin Legend" was a very advanced MMA organization in Asia. Unfortunately, it went bankrupt due to poor management in the later period. The players signed in three sessions have either stepped onto the UFC stage or went to ONE to compete. It can be said to be the cradle of Asian fighting going global. Even the rising star in China, "Kunlun Fight", was inspired by it, and even referenced it in many places. Ma Yaowei added: "The championship prize is HK$100 million, with a gold belt and endorsement, and the qualification to directly enter the Ultimate Fighting Fist (UFC). The runner-up and third place winners will also receive 50/20, which is a considerable extra amount.” Make it to the Ultimate Fighting Championship and you’re guaranteed to win at least tens of millions! Hearing this, Du Sheng became somewhat interested and looked at Ma Yaowei with a half-smile: "Have you signed up for the competition?" Ma Yaowei smiled awkwardly: "I signed up, but I'm basically just a foil." This is a competition for the whole of Asia, and even top players from Neon K1 and Nanyang ONE are attracted, which can be said to be a place where hidden dragons and crouching tigers are everywhere. He is still self-aware.
The reason I signed up was because I was itching to do it. Du Sheng nodded slightly, and then asked: "If I want to participate in the competition, where can I register and what information do I need to submit?" This was exactly the point that Ma Yaowei wanted to discuss, and he immediately said seriously: “Legend of Wulin has registration points in Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia and other countries and regions. The registration point in Hong Kong is at the Elizabeth Stadium in Wan Chai District. All you need to provide is... Anyone who has won a gold belt or championship in an international competition is eligible to advance to the top 64, or even compete for the championship in the finals." Wan Chai District? Du Sheng's mind moved. It seemed that the filming of "Infernal Affairs" was starting over there? If you have an idea, it's on your way. Seeing that he was somewhat interested, Ma Yaowei knew this was a good opportunity, so he struck while the iron was hot and said: "How about I help you arrange the competition?" Du Sheng hesitated for a moment and said with a smile: "No hurry, settle down first." Liu Dehua is, after all, the producer of Infernal Affairs. Considering the pleasant cooperation last time, he will send someone to take over no matter how busy he is. Zhang Baizhi actually wanted to come too. But she is currently at the center of a public opinion storm, being watched by paparazzi day and night, making it difficult for her to go out. Du Sheng doesn't want to be attacked regionally as soon as he arrives in Hong Kong, and he doesn't want to be greeted by Chen and Xie's fans and the forces behind them. He is quite satisfied with the current situation. Ma Yaowei started the car and drove Du Sheng towards Xiangjiang Island. Wan Chai, as one of the most prosperous areas in Hong Kong, is as famous as Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok and other places. Moreover, it is backed by the Causeway Bay commercial district, one of the largest business districts in Hong Kong and even in Asia. Times Square, SOGO Department Store, Windsor House, etc. are the most famous. You can find stores of almost any luxury brand in the world there. Although the current sales of shops in the core area have not reached the level of 100 million per square meter in the future, % to % is still acceptable. It is not yet nightfall, but the area around Wan Chai is quite lively, with mainland tourists traveling independently seen everywhere. On those cruise boats, boat girls dressed in Tang suits row the boats, picking up and dropping off tourists between seafood boats, bar boats and singing boats, which is quite a unique experience. "Look over there, Brother Hua's award-winning film, Infernal Affairs, was filmed on the rooftop of the Bank of China Building..." Ma Yaowei was familiar with the place and introduced it while driving. Du Sheng stared at the high-rise buildings speeding past outside the window, feeling an indescribable emotion in his heart. Hong Kong, a land only the size of a county town in the mainland, was once known as the Hollywood of the East. Looking back at Hong Kong culture in the 8s and 90s, its influence throughout Asia was almost unrivaled.
At that time, Hong Kong movies, music and fashion were leading the trend all over the world and were deeply loved by the Chinese people. However, with the film and television industry making quick money, shoddy remakes, and the continuous invasion of Western culture, they are now in the process of losing even their own territory. Filmmakers such as Du Qifeng, Liu Weiqiang, Liu Dehua, and Zhuang Wenqiang who experienced that glorious period want to restore the glory and are working hard for it. But there is no hope of returning to its former glory. Du Sheng didn't feel anything about this. In addition to auditioning for "Infernal Affairs" and watching the battles in "Legend of Martial Arts", he came here to experience the cultural memories that had touched him in the past through film and television as a tourist. As the vehicle drove into Wan Chai, a phone call came in. It turned out to be Zhuang Wenqiang, the screenwriter of "Infernal Affairs". Liu Dehua was unable to leave, so he asked him to take over. "Ah Sheng, Brother Hua seems to think highly of you and actually asked someone to receive you." Ma Yaowei, who was driving, joked. In the past, Hong Kong actors usually handle everything on their own, whether auditioning or joining a crew. Liu Dehua must be busy with preparations for the start of filming at this moment, and he actually remembered Du Sheng, who didn't have a large role. Zhuang Wenqiang is also from Tianmu Company. Like "Infernal Affairs" director Mai Shaohui, he entered the entertainment industry by participating in "Tasteless Detective" directed by Du Qifeng. So this circle is not that big, and you can meet each other almost anywhere you go. "It depends on how you interpret this. Brother Hua probably took into consideration that I'm new here and I'm not familiar with the place." Du Sheng just smiled, some thoughts popped up in his mind: "Sir Zhuang is in Lan Kwai Fong, why don't we just go over there?" Zhuang Wenqiang is currently considered a new generation screenwriter. He will win the Best Screenwriter Award for "Infernal Affairs" next. He will also be in charge of the second and third series. Later, he was invited to Hollywood to participate in the screenwriting of "The Departed". He has directed many works, including the "Overheard" series, "The Whisperer", "Wushuang", and "Gold Finger". Not long after, the vehicle stopped at the intersection of Lan Kwai Fong. Zhuang Wenqiang looks to be around thirty years old, wearing a pair of black-framed glasses and looking quite gentle. "It's my treat tonight, what would you like to eat?" Zhuang Wenqiang knew very well that Du Sheng was invited by Liu Dehua, so he greeted him warmly: "Chinese food? Western food? Or hot pot?" "We eat Chinese food every day. It's rare for us to get together. Let's change it up." Ma Yaowei was a seasoned man, so he naturally knew Zhuang Wenqiang, and he enthusiastically suggested: "It's freezing cold, how about we go eat hotpot? The beef hotpot is popular recently and it tastes especially good.” "That's a good idea!" The young screenwriter next to Zhuang Wenqiang's eyes lit up: "There's a new hot pot restaurant in Causeway Bay, it has a very good reputation, shall we go there and try it?"
"no problem." Zhuang Wenqiang looked at Du Sheng: "Asheng, what do you think?" Du Sheng smiled and said: "It's up to the host. I can do whatever he wants." So, the group headed to Causeway Bay. …… (End of this chapter)