Chapter 1465: Blocked

"Fusheng, don't you think Gu Zai looks a bit like you?"

Zhang Guorong looked at Zhao Fusheng, his gaze shifting between him and Gu Tianle, and said with a smile.

Zhao Fusheng was startled, then laughed.

In his previous life, someone had said he looked a bit like Gu Tianle—the ordinary-looking Gu Tianle.

Now seeing him in person, Zhao Fusheng really did find it a bit strange.

"Now that you mention it, there is a resemblance."

Wu Sijie beside him also laughed.

Zhao Fusheng waved his hand: "Come on, how could I be as handsome as Gu Zai."

"You, actually being modest."

Zhang Guorong waved his hand with a smile, his face full of teasing.

He was now in a state of retirement, having no desires or demands, so he didn't care much about Zhao Fusheng's identity.

Whether Zhao Fusheng was a billionaire or an ordinary person with nothing, it was all the same to Zhang Guorong.

This was no joke; Zhang Guorong's personality was just like that—sensitive, passionate, and kind.

Back when John Woo filmed "A Better Tomorrow," he relied on bluffing, telling Zhang Guorong he was the male lead of this passionate men's drama, hoping he would help him out.

Zhang Guorong never doubted it, only learning after the film's release that he was actually the third male lead...

What the hell kind of male lead was that!

Yet even so, Zhang Guorong didn't resent John Woo; instead, he had a good relationship with him.

That's just the kind of person he was.

Once, while filming "Farewell My Concubine" on the mainland, there was a makeup artist and a martial arts director who were a couple. The man had a bad temper and often beat his wife. The rest of the crew dared not speak out, as such things were common on the mainland in those days.

During a crew dinner, Zhang Guorong stood up, pointed at the burly, drunken, cursing martial arts director who was about to hit his wife again, and said: "Don't hit her anymore. If you do, I'll have people come from Hong Kong to hit you! What kind of skill is it to bully a woman? If you've got guts, come at me!"

He was such a pure person, which is why so many people liked him.

Gu Tianle, on the other hand, sat quietly, smiling shyly.

Zhao Fusheng didn't refute Zhang Guorong's teasing but instead looked at Gu Tianle.

"Gu Zai, are you interested in developing your career on the mainland?"

With Zhao Fusheng's words, both Gu Tianle and Zhang Guorong were startled.

There's a saying in the Hong Kong entertainment circle: Andy Lau knows how to behave, Gu Tianle knows how to work, and Chow Yun-fat knows both. This isn't a joke. Not to mention Chow Yun-fat and Andy Lau, but just the fact that Gu Tianle has quietly donated to build Hope Schools on the mainland for over a decade makes him more likable than most celebrities in Zhao Fusheng's eyes.

Although he didn't know why Gu Tianle and Zhang Guorong appeared together, Zhao Fusheng figured that since Zhang Guorong brought Gu Tianle to him, it was likely related to Gu Zai.

So he took the initiative to recruit Gu Tianle himself, not giving Zhang Guorong a chance to speak.

Of course, Zhao Fusheng was also testing the waters.

The result was obvious; he was right.

Zhang Guorong had indeed come today about Gu Tianle's matter.

"Fusheng, are you serious?"

Zhang Guorong looked at Zhao Fusheng, asking in surprise.

His face was full of confusion.

"Heh, why would I be joking?" Zhao Fusheng waved his hand: "I've seen Gu Zai's TV shows and movies. He's a very promising actor. I think he'll do well on the mainland."

Then Zhao Fusheng winked: "Brother, you've announced your retirement. Otherwise, I'd definitely try to poach you too."

"Haha, no need for me. If I ever make a comeback, I'll sign with you first, how about that?" Zhang Guorong laughed, teasing Zhao Fusheng.

He naturally wouldn't make a comeback; this was just a joke between them.

"Chairman Zhao, I..."

Gu Tianle looked at Zhao Fusheng, his expression excited. He really hadn't expected that, after struggling in Hong Kong and merely hoping Zhang Guorong would ask Zhao Fusheng to help find an opportunity on the mainland, Zhao Fusheng would actively recruit him. This was an unexpected delight.

"Don't get too happy too soon." Zhao Fusheng smiled and said to Zhang Guorong: "Brother, you have to tell me what's going on. Why are you introducing Gu Zai to me?"

He wasn't stupid; such an obvious thing was easy to see.

Zhang Guorong nodded, knowing he couldn't hide it from Zhao Fusheng. The man was a big businessman; playing tricks in front of him was useless.

"Gu Zai offended someone in Hong Kong..." Zhang Guorong got straight to the point, telling Zhao Fusheng the truth: "You know, that person has a lot of power. Over in Hong Kong, even though I have some influence, he doesn't buy it, so I thought of you."

Gu Tianle nodded repeatedly, clearly having been severely suppressed.

Zhao Fusheng laughed heartily. He and that person really were fated to cross paths.

"What happened? How did you offend him?" Zhao Fusheng asked curiously.

"Gu Zai has a straightforward personality. He spoke carelessly while filming and offended a woman..." Zhang Guorong hinted, but Zhao Fusheng already understood.

In short, it was about a woman.

The affairs between Hong Kong actresses and wealthy men were hardly a secret.

Although Zhao Fusheng didn't look down on their pursuit of happiness, in his eyes, these people were no different from high-class escorts in clubs.

Of course, everyone has the right to choose their own lifestyle. Zhao Fusheng had no right to judge others' lives.

"That's settled. I'll make a call later, and you can contact someone from Future Films." Zhao Fusheng smiled and said to Gu Tianle: "No matter how long his reach, he has to consider my face. If he dares to play any tricks, I'd like to see if he has the guts to give up the mainland market!"

When he said this, Zhao Fusheng exuded authority, because he knew very well how the future would unfold. Anyone in the film industry knew that even Hollywood would be groveling at the Chinese market's feet in ten years, let alone that person.

He was quite looking forward to seeing how Boss Yang would react if he learned that Gu Tianle had signed with his company. At worst, he'd just go head-to-head with him.