novellhall Chapter 47 Gratitude for Timely Payment!
Chapter 47 Gratitude for Timely Payment!
Director Rupert paused slightly:
"Shooting a film of this scale is like going through a long battle; we always encounter some unexpected challenges."
Many core members of the production crew who knew the inside story couldn't help but look at Chen Xun, who was standing next to Christine.
Chen Xun sensed those gazes, but his expression remained calm; he merely swirled the champagne glass in his hand slightly.
Director Rupert didn't look at Chen Xun; his gaze swept across the entire room, and his voice was steady:
"Here, I must especially thank a friend who, although not a formal member of our crew, displayed extraordinary courage and composure at a crucial critical moment, preventing a potential tragedy."
"His actions protected a very important member of our crew and safeguarded the integrity of our family."
He did not mention names or specific incidents.
But everyone present understood the unspoken agreement.
Although the incident of the spotlight falling on the set was quickly brought under control and the news did not leak out on a large scale, those on the inside knew how dangerous it was that day.
When it comes to protecting very important members, people naturally think of the female stagehand who was almost hit by the falling object.
The lead actors, Kristen and Chris, who were not far away, were thus spared from being affected.
After Director Rupert finished speaking, he nodded slightly in the general direction of Chen Xun's location, and then raised the wine glass in his hand.
In an instant, enthusiastic and sustained applause rang out in the banquet hall.
This applause was not just a courtesy, but also carried a sense of gratitude for surviving a catastrophe.
Many crew members, especially those who were on set that day, cast warm and approving glances at Chen Xun.
Amid the applause, Christine subtly nudged Chen Xun with her elbow, a slight, proud smile playing on her lips, and whispered:
"Did you hear that? Great hero."
Chen Xun could sense a general, slight increase in the "favorability" values around him, especially from the direction of the crew members.
He maintained a polite smile and raised his glass in return to Director Rupert and the applauding crowd.
Rupert Sanders' favorability +5, current favorability: 60
The average favorability rating of the film crew (as a group) has significantly increased.
The director's words made Chen Xun feel more comfortable than if he had been pulled onto the stage and praised directly.
This demonstrates the production team's maturity in handling sensitive issues and also gives him sufficient respect and space.
The speeches concluded in a warm atmosphere, the music resumed, and the banquet hall returned to its previous lively state.
The lighting technician from the film crew came over and clinked glasses with him: "Well done, bro!"
The female stagehand he rescued also cast a grateful glance at him from afar, earning him a favorability rating of [88].
Christine watched him move effortlessly through the crowd, sometimes composed, sometimes with a glint in his eyes, and couldn't help but smile.
This guy can be frighteningly mature at times, and then he's like a kid who's found a new toy.
The wrap party ended before midnight.
Back in his now somewhat familiar Beverly Hills mansion, Chen Xun took off his suit jacket, which reeked of cigarettes and alcohol, and tossed it onto the expensive sofa in the living room, letting out a long sigh of relief.
At first it was fine, but as more and more people asked him to drink, he got a little tired!
My face was frozen from smiling!
He now understands the actors who handle this situation with ease!
Now I understand why there are so many attribute orbs to pick up at the party!
Life is like a play, it all depends on acting skills!
For Chen Xun, who had just entered this circle, dealing with this kind of situation was more tiring than when he was working a day in Santa Monica.
"Can I request to leave early next time I attend an event like this?"
He loosened his tie and complained to Christine, who was kicking off her high heels.
Christine, barefoot on the carpet, rolled her eyes at him upon hearing this:
"Be content. So many people want to squeeze into this circle but can't even find the door."
She walked to the minibar, poured herself a glass of water, and casually tossed a bottle of mineral water to Chen Xun.
Thanks!
Chen Xun took it, unscrewed it, and drank a few mouthfuls.
The cool water slid down my throat, dispelling some of my fatigue.
He walked to the sofa and sat down, habitually taking out his phone to check his emails.
Rob sent an email that afternoon saying that the payment for the Snow White production team had arrived in his account and that he should check his account.
Previously, Rob handled Chen Xun's contracts, so Rob is now basically a part-time agent!
Robert was happy to accept this.
Chen Xun's recent popularity has brought Luo Bo widespread praise, and his own status has also risen accordingly!
Chen Xun opened the mobile banking app.
Log in.
When he saw the account balance displayed on the screen, his fingers tightened slightly as he gripped his phone, and his breath caught in his throat for half a second.
Ones, tens, hundreds, thousands, ten thousand, hundred thousand...
$115,387.42
Chen Xun stared at the string of numbers, his eyes unblinking.
He knew that the Snow White production team paid the elf scout role 15,000 after tax, which wasn't high among union actors, but it was a huge sum for him.
But what about the extra 100,000?
"What are you looking at? Your eyes are practically glued to the screen."
Christine leaned closer and glanced curiously at his phone screen.
Then she whistled, "Wow! The money arrived already? You were quick!"
She clearly knew the inside story.
"What happened to this 100,000? Did the finance department make a mistake?"
Chen Xun pointed to the extra amount and looked at her.
He didn't want to be called in by the IRS for questioning because a huge sum of money had mysteriously appeared in his account.
"Don't worry, it's after tax!"
Christine waved her hand dismissively, as if it were nothing, and sat down beside him, curling her legs up.
"That's a red envelope from Rupert and the production company, thanking you for what you did on set last time... well, you know."
Chen Xun was stunned for a moment before realizing that she was referring to the incident of the spotlight falling.
"That's too much!" He frowned.
One hundred thousand dollars!
Just because I gave a reminder?
The money he earned felt almost unreal to him.
"many?"
Christine seemed to have heard something funny:
"Do you know how much money the production crew would have to pay if it actually hit someone?"
How much loss is incurred for a day of work stoppage?
"How much will the subsequent public relations crisis cost?"
She counted on her fingers:
"Besides, you didn't just save a stagehand. Chris and I weren't standing far apart at the time, and this amount of money is less than a fraction of their public relations budget."
She patted Chen Xun on the shoulder, her tone slightly teasing:
"Keep it, hero. You deserve it. It's one of Hollywood's rules: timely gratitude is far more valuable than belated praise!"
Chen Xun looked at his account balance and remained silent for a few seconds.
A monetary gift is a better way to show sincerity than a perfunctory thank you.
With this money, plus his previous earnings from "Lurking" and "Crimson Tide," and after deducting rent, living expenses, and the cost of getting a union card, he actually saved up a net worth of nearly $110,000.
For a former low-level extra who was overjoyed a few months ago for a $20 paycheck for a corpse role and whose account balance never exceeded three digits, this was a huge sum of money.
An indescribable sense of peace rose from the bottom of my heart.
I've finally fucking gained my footing!
Christine tilted her head and looked at him, then suddenly smiled:
"How was it? Earning a six-figure sum on your own for the first time, doesn't it feel amazing?"
She was even more excited than when she received her paycheck.
Chen Xun nodded honestly: "I feel like I can catch my breath now!"
Before, I really had to tighten my belt and think about where to make money every day as soon as I opened my eyes. Now, at least I don't have to worry about next month's rent and food expenses.