"Post-production for the movie hasn't been completed yet, and I'll be going to the East for a program during the Spring Festival next year, so I don't have much time to help you," Laila sighed. "How about this, I'll find some time to write a few outlines for you, and you can have your team fill in the details. Will that work?"
"That's decided then!" Grandfather Oswald readily agreed.
The speed at which he agreed caught Laila off guard. It wasn't until this moment that she realized she had fallen into her grandfather's trap! It was like a common negotiating tactic of "asking for the moon and then settling for less." He first set an impossible condition for her, and then when she tried to negotiate, he'd settle for his ideal target.
Realizing this, Laila couldn't help but feel bitter. "Grandfather, you can't even swindle your granddaughter, can you?"
"What do you mean swindle? NBC will be yours in the future. Isn't it reasonable for you to help them make some money now? Well, you can go now; I have things to do. Remember to get those outlines to me as soon as possible!" With that, he waved his hand as if ushering her out. If you didn't look at the smug expression on his face, you'd think he couldn't stand having her in his presence.
No wonder they called him a crafty fox. After leaving the study, Laila replayed their conversation in her mind several times and realized where she had lost. It was her lack of vigilance! When she talked to people outside, she was usually rational and composed. But when she was at home, emotions took over. How could she possibly maintain a cold and rational facade in front of her beloved grandfather?
As a result, she had been successfully hoodwinked.
Well, at least it proved that the intelligence of this body wasn't too low.
When it came to writing the outlines for her grandfather, Laila didn't find it too challenging. She had always been a fan of American TV series in her previous life. The tight plots, excellent acting, unique editing styles different from Eastern ones, and creative storylines all contributed to her addiction to American TV series.
She had three favorite types of TV series. One was sitcoms like "Friends" and "2 Broke Girls." Watching them was all fun and games, and after finishing an episode, it felt like a mental spa.
The second was crime dramas like "CSI," "Criminal Minds," and "Bones." Some scenes in these shows were truly addictive. The third was medical dramas like "House" and "ER." You might not even understand half of what they were saying, but they made you feel like you were watching something really impressive.
There were also some fantasy series like "Game of Thrones" and "Grimm" that she enjoyed. Superhero shows like "The Flash," "Arrow," and "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." have also gained popularity with viewers. However, she wasn't a big fan of women's battles and overly melodramatic shows, which she found to be as trivial as family dramas and disputes between Eastern neighbors.
Some might argue that many types of American TV series lacked substance, but how could they be compared? For example, "Arrow" had so many viewers simply because of the handsome lead actor and his attractive physique. Did anyone care about the plot?
After some thought, Laila decided to present two TV series outlines. One was "Friends," which was already an NBC signature show, but she didn't mind releasing it a bit earlier to help with the network's currently dismal ratings.
As for "Criminal Minds," it was one of her personal favorites. She had watched it all the way through during late-night marathons and had been captivated by each case and character. If she had to point out a flaw, it was that the series could be quite intense, with relentless pressure from various directions on the seemingly impeccable team.
To write the script for "Criminal Minds," Laila reached out to a few police consultants and even a well-known psychologist. Interestingly, this psychologist became famous after appearing on a TV program and accurately predicting future developments. The audience had been so impressed that he had shot to fame and established himself as a reputable psychologist.
When he heard that Laila needed his assistance, the psychologist didn't hesitate and even offered his help for free. While Laila didn't mind spending a bit of money, he felt that it was his duty to provide some assistance.
The psychologist's expertise in psychology was indeed impressive. After discussing some details with him, Laila began to recall fragmented plot points from the series. She realized that he had accurately guessed most of them, earning her admiration.
What she hadn't expected was for him to be so humble. He mentioned that the real psychological mastermind was in the East, where there was a psychologist widely recognized as the most exceptional figure in the field of psychology since its inception.