Yuran chuckled lightly, her gaze deep as she looked at Huo Qi, "Fate is such a thing, wishing for it to actively descend upon you is a bit difficult. I think what you fight for is still different. Why don’t you consider it? What do you say?"
"Consider what?" Huo Qi asked.
Yuran said, "Give yourself and Ao Chen a chance. Let’s make a bet with the box office of your movie. If the global box office doesn’t surpass 3 billion US dollars, then it’s clear, there’s no fate between you and Ao Chen, so you might as well part ways. After all, it’s not like Ao Chen is the only one for you;
"But if it does surpass 3 billion US dollars, that means there is still a strong bond between you two. Such a bet, though largely dependent on luck, sometimes fate is also half chance;
If you think it’s possible, then give it a try. Even if the box office doesn’t reach the target, you’ll have a reason to console yourself. If it does, you’ll also have a reason to soothe your heart;
Ultimately, it’s all about what you are willing to say. Do you think it’s feasible?"
After thinking it over, Huo Qi narrowed his eyes to look at her, "If it were you and Bo Yan, would you make such a bet?"
Yuran shook her head, "No, I would directly approach Seventh Brother. If it turns out we’re really not suited for each other, then that’s the most peaceful way to break up. I wouldn’t do as you and Ao Chen, of course. My approach with my Seventh Brother might not suit you and Ao Chen, everyone’s emotional foundation is different, after all. We all have our paths; one size doesn’t fit all."
Indeed, that was the case.
Huo Qi felt somewhat panicked deep down, finding such a bet not very appealing. However, without a reason to justify it, their relationship would continue to linger in uncertainty, which was also bothersome.
After a long deliberation, he steeled his heart and nodded.
"Alright, I’ll listen to you. I should be tough on myself for once. Life shouldn’t be tripped up by a single person, how sad that would be."
At that moment, Yuran wasn’t sure what to say.
The filming of "AI: Interstellar" in America was nearing its end, and the scenes featuring Yuran along with Bo Yan were almost completed, with just about a week left before they could wrap up entirely.
Occasionally, Yuran would watch her parts on the monitor, but just a glance. The quality was actually quite high, and Huo Qi’s shooting methods were quite unique.
Back home, promotional trailers featuring the characters had already been released, with dynamic edits of each character’s style, looking incredibly cool. After Yuran’s "City of Temptation" was removed from theaters, it was made available online for a fee, and the earnings were substantial.
Her acting skills also received wide recognition.
Online, there was a flood of positive reviews.
Although the character promos featured only brief close-up shots, they were enough to satisfy the fans.
It was clear to see the improvement in Yuran’s acting skills, as well as the captivating depth in her eyes.
As for Bo Yan, there was no need to say more. Having taken a long break, his first film upon his comeback was with his wife, and regardless of the quality, the hype alone was enough to fuel a fan frenzy.
Furthermore, his acting and selection of works, up until now, have never disappointed.
Thus, this sci-fi movie was even favored by many casual viewers.
The votes initiated online were enough to demonstrate everyone’s expectations for the film, with the data speaking for itself.
The news from this side was all reported back by Qi Younian, who kept Yuran and Bo Yan informed. Over here, Bo Yan and Yuran also discussed with Huo Qi the possibility of releasing some teasers as a treat for the fans.
Of course, Huo Qi hoped his work would be appreciated by more people and didn’t reject their suggestion. This was where Ao Chen’s talents became evident.
Because the content required some music to heighten the conflict, and the character themes composed by Ao Chen were particularly fitting.
Initially, Huo Qi was reluctant to use Ao Chen’s compositions, but after comparing several options, he admitted Ao Chen’s were the best. So he called Ao Chen, who, after being neglected by Huo Qi for so long, was a bit taken aback upon receiving the call. Ao Chen felt he was not quite himself at the moment. Yet when he thought about it more seriously, this version of himself seemed more genuine.
He was conflicted but also relieved that he had a talent that Huo Qi still cared about.
Huo Qi didn’t ask for his opinion, simply informed him that they planned to use his composition for the trailers, and regarding contracts and financial compensation, he could discuss with Yuran’s team.
Ao Chen’s refusal to accept payment stuck in his throat, and he was somewhat angry even after Huo Qi had hung up the call. Did Huo Qi really see him as such an unreliable person?