[Short drama is a hit! A famous writer's short drama makes over 30 million in a single day!]
[Shocking! The author of Seven Realms gets over 500 million a month from short dramas!]
[The true internet trend, short dramas are the end of the novel world. Seven Realms author's monthly income revealed!]
[Hot topic: The martial arts novel "Seven Realms" hits over 200 million in buzz. Click the link below to watch the live-action version of Seven Realms, starring popular host Tang Yanyan.]
In the following days, experts calculated the earnings from Shen Lang's short drama series based on its popularity and view counts.
The web novel and short video circles on Douyin were buzzing with discussions about Shen Lang's incredible earnings and the high quality of the short drama and the actors' impressive performances.
There's no doubt that Shen Lang's martial arts short drama has become a massive hit, both for its exaggerated daily earnings and over 200 million in topic buzz on Douyin and novel forums.
In this hot environment, Shen Lang has been visiting the filming locations less frequently since he never planned to be in the spotlight. His ideal life is to make money quietly behind the scenes and spend time with his girlfriends.
So, Shen Lang hired Dong Fei, who just finished a new film, to assist his assistant director with the next episodes.
The show's popularity has raised the actors' profiles and pay significantly. No one dares to slack off because other film crews are eager to hire these cost-effective, talented actors.
Especially Tang Yanyan, who played the female lead. With her outstanding acting skills honed by Shen Lang and her striking figure, she shined in this martial arts fantasy short drama.
Since the show aired, Tang Yanyan's fan base skyrocketed from just a few hundred thousand to over a million loyal fans.
Now, she's so popular that she can earn tens of thousands of RMB just by competing with other streamers or showing off her skills.
Tang Yanyan even plans to break her contract with her original agency and join Shen Lang's team, focusing on filming short videos based on novels.
Others dare not slack off at this crucial time. If Shen Lang kicks them out of the crew, it would be like ruining their careers.
On Friday night, Shen Lang drove to his father-in-law Su Zhendong's house and answered a call from Tang Yanyan.
"Hey, Director Shen, what are you up to?"
"Driving. What's up?"
Shen Lang, holding the steering wheel, teasingly asked Tang Yanyan, "Why aren't you focusing on filming? What's up?"
"I miss you~"
Tang Yanyan's overly sweet voice came through the phone: "Director Shen, aren't you coming to the set today?"
"I have things to do today. I'll come tomorrow. Make sure to follow Director Dong's instructions and don't cause any trouble."
If it had been the old Shen Lang, he would have been easily swayed by that voice. But now, Shen Lang, experienced and not the shy introvert he once was, was immune to such women.
More importantly, Shen Lang had observed through his divine eyes that Tang Yanyan had over 500 experience points!
Although she had no real issues, she was definitely a "thousand people slayer."
Shen Lang had no interest in developing any story with such a woman. He was okay with chatting flirtatiously over the phone but nothing more.
Tang Yanyan's popularity was still good, so Shen Lang thought he should subtly influence her a bit.
Once she signed with his multimedia company, he could use her to attract more fans and earn even more.
"I just want to hear your plans."
Tang Yanyan was clearly hinting.
With just one call from Shen Lang, he could start playing an adult game with this popular streamer with a million fans.
Unfortunately, Shen Lang didn't like to get involved in such matters.
Of course, except when it came to the landlord's wife.
Shen Lang shrugged and decisively declined: "Not chatting anymore. I've got another call. Bye."
"It seems money really makes you popular with everyone," Shen Lang sighed as he deleted the call record.
A few minutes later, Shen Lang turned into the Yulong Bay community, parked his BMW in his girlfriend's reserved spot, and carried bags of gifts into the elevator.
Arriving at the Pikachu-decorated door, Shen Lang balanced the gifts in one hand and rang the doorbell with his other hand.
"Must be Little Shen!"
From outside, Shen Lang could hear Su Zhendong's excited voice and the approaching footsteps.
With a click, the door opened.
"Hey, Little Shen, long time no see!"
It was indeed Su Zhendong, a tall and cheerful man, with Zhang Chunling and Su Lexuan following him, both wearing happy smiles.
"Little Shen, you've been on fire lately."
Su Zhendong patted Shen Lang on the shoulder and praised him.
"Good grief, it's you in every other video. I can't even find a decent novel to listen to."
Besides his other girlfriends, Shen Lang had no secrets with Su Lexuan. He had discussed his short drama earnings and future plans with her.
Su Lexuan proudly shared with her parents how Shen Lang had made a fortune recently.
Tonight, with Shen Lang, the golden son-in-law, coming over for dinner, her parents had taken the day off to prepare a big meal.
"Oh? Uncle, you're willing to read other novels but not support my short drama?"
Shen Lang joked as he handed over the gifts and casually changed his shoes, making himself at home without any pretense.
"Of course not."
Su Zhendong took the gifts, handed them to Su Lexuan without even looking at them, and countered seriously.
"I've listened to your novel from start to finish several times. How could I not watch your short drama?"
"Ah, don't mention it, Little Shen."
Zhang Chunling stepped forward, smiling and teasing: "Your uncle watches your short drama every night. He's almost memorized the lines."
"Hey? Shen Zhu? Where's my gift? Why is it only my parents' stuff?"
Su Lexuan opened the bag and randomly looked inside, saying a line Shen Lang had once teased her with when she visited his house.
Similarly, Zhang Chunling playfully swatted her cheek, causing everyone to laugh.
"Shen…"
"Little Shen, tell me, are there any changes to the plot? The female lead is still Tang Yanyan, right? She's great with that figure... cough, cough, and her acting is top-notch!"
As Su Lexuan moved closer to Shen Lang, Su Zhendong pulled him into a hug, chatting about the novel's plot while heading to the dining table.
Rather than seeing them as a soon-to-be son-in-law and father-in-law, it was more like they were respectful good buddies.
"Ms. Zhang Chunling, can you manage your husband?"
Su Lexuan pouted, proudly saying: "He's openly trying to steal my man."
"What nonsense!"
Zhang Chunling laughed, "Silly girl, go wash your hands and get ready to eat."
Su Lexuan stuck out her tongue at her mom's back, happily watching the two men chatting away in the living room.
One was her loving father, the other was her successful and beloved boyfriend.
This scene made Su Lexuan feel a deep, warm happiness spreading through her.
"It's so nice. I wish it could always be like this."
[Ding! Su Lexuan's affection for the host increased by 5 points, now at 70 points. Keep it up!]
PS: Today's five updates were delayed due to issues with the previous chapter and reworking the outline. Managed to catch up by noon.