Chapter 731, Are There Pirate Movies?
Creak~!
The door opened, and Philipa walked in from outside.
She was wearing pajamas, her hair still damp—she had just taken a shower.
Climbing onto the bed, she rested her head on his arm and said, "The movie was really good."
"In a couple of days, a theater will be built on the island. Do you think it could make money?" Wu Heng said.
"It definitely will. This is way better than stage plays. Those things make me want to fall asleep," Philipa said.
"Then we'll give it a try and see if it works out," Wu Heng nodded.
Philipa thought for a moment, "Are there any pirate movies? If shown around the Emerald Sea, it would definitely become a hit."
Wu Heng raised an eyebrow.
Pirate movies did exist.
And they had good storytelling and production value.
"Wouldn't it trigger the islanders' occupational memories?"
"What do you mean?" Philipa was stunned.
"I mean, won't the story awaken their past memories and make them go out to sea as pirates again?" Wu Heng said.
Many of the original inhabitants of Gold-Silver Island were once pirates.
"With our few ships? If anyone dares become a pirate again, you better be ready—still my call around here," Philipa grinned. "Let's ride the unicorn."
"Don't be too late, I'm getting sleepy."
"Who are you blaming? Just go faster."
...…
The next day, in the Zombie World.
Inside the conference room.
Wu Heng sat in the room waiting for a while. Li Yanhong walked in, placed her owl to the side, and began reporting. "The main station visited once. They first delivered five Level 3 corpse cores. The armored vehicle and the rest of the corpse cores will be delivered gradually."
"The main station's credibility is still intact."
"Is it possible they're just trying not to ruin their relationship with you? They're not so friendly to outsiders," Li Yanhong said as she looked at him.
"Why do you say that?" Wu Heng asked curiously.
"They're not so easygoing with ordinary shelters. Now, strength is the rule," Li Yanhong glanced up.
"You're right."
Wu Heng's base wasn't necessarily weaker or stronger than the main station.
But if it came to a fight, Wu Heng was confident he could wipe them out.
Both sides had considerable strength. Maintaining friendly relations, especially since they needed to buy food and other supplies from this side,
Was the best option for the main station.
As long as they weren't planning to fall out,
They still had to deliver what they promised.
Wu Heng nodded and asked, "Have the skeletons assigned to study been sent over?"
"They'll go over next time."
"As long as it's arranged."
Li Yanhong continued, "Qi Hancai also sent a message saying the Korean rescue team finalized the food price. They need 50 tons of food and are willing to teach skeleton satellite control and help us launch one."
50 tons meant about 1000 bags of food.
"Tell Qi Hancai we can agree, but don't rush the food. Let them train the skeletons properly first, then we give them the food."
"Got it," Li Yanhong nodded.
After giving instructions, Wu Heng said, "Let's go downstairs and check. I'm going to adjust the skeleton squads."
The two got up and walked out together.
...…
After that, Wu Heng used the warehouse gate
To adjust the troops between the two worlds.
All skeletons on Gold-Silver Island were replaced with Level 10 and above Skeleton Warriors. Important locations were guarded by Level 15 skeletons.
The lower-level skeletons transferred to the Zombie World continued to level up with the skeleton army.
Once their level increased, they'd be assigned tasks in the other world.
The entire Gold-Silver Island saw an upgrade.
If any high-level Professionals came to the island, they'd have to assess their own strength first.
Once everything was adjusted, Wu Heng returned home.
...…
Another day passed.
The city began renovating the theater.
Some of the equipment came from dismantled modern-world malls, including the seats.
As for soundproofing and surround sound on the walls,
Those weren't essential. This was the first movie experience for people in another world—they didn't have high expectations.
Wu Heng stood at the door, watching the renovation team work inside.
"Master, Mr. Saban and Madam Siska are here," Robé said softly.
"Lord of the Island."
"Good morning, my lord."
A man and woman bowed respectfully.
Saban was the island's bard. His stage play was about the first episode of the Great Detective.
Siska was a maid. Her stage play told the story of the Blushing Maid Beni.
Wu Heng nodded, "Robé, keep an eye on things here. You two, come with me."
"Yes, Master," Robé nodded.
Wu Heng led the other two into a nearby building.
They sat in a private room.
"You can sit. No need to be formal."
The two bowed again and sat across from him properly.
Wu Heng got straight to the point, "I'm planning to film movies on the island. Both of your stage play stories are part of the plan. If you're interested, you can give it a try."
"My lord, what's a movie?"
"You've seen the projection screens showing ads at the expo, right? Once we film a movie, it'll be shown on those. You only need to act once, and you'll keep earning afterward," Wu Heng explained briefly.
Their eyes lit up.
So, it wasn't paid per performance—they could save effort and time.
"I'm willing."
"We're both willing."
The two quickly expressed their intent.
Wu Heng nodded, "Let's try it first. The standards for movies are quite high. You two bring your people to City Hall later. I'll have Andviel explain the movie requirements to you."
"Yes, my lord. Thank you for your trust and support," Saban quickly expressed his gratitude.
The woman wasn't good with words, but she stood up and gave a deep bow.
"Go get ready. Siska, stay a moment," Wu Heng said.
Saban bowed and left. Siska remained.
Siska was the representative of the tavern maids. She had gathered a group of maids to form the theater troupe.
On Gold-Silver Island, maids were essentially no different from prostitutes.
Some may not want to sell their bodies, but they were the minority.
After the performance of "Blushing Maid Beni", Wu Heng provided them with Professional scrolls.
It was a form of encouragement and recognition for taking a new step.
"My lord, do you have any instructions?" the woman asked, a little tense.
"How have things been lately?" Wu Heng asked with a smile, like chatting with a friend.
The woman replied, "Everything's been good. The sisters all have decent jobs now."
"About the movie thing, try to involve the other maids on the island. That kind of work depends on youth and has no long-term security," Wu Heng said directly.
The woman's eyes widened as if she had misheard.
The Lord of Gold-Silver Island, the Great Detective, the young Professional who defeated a prince,
Actually said such things. But thinking again, Wu Heng was different from other nobles. It wasn't surprising he'd say this.
"I'll gather the maids and bring it up. If they're willing…" the woman said at once.
Wu Heng thought for a bit, "Same rule—if they strive to change, the Lord's Mansion will provide them with Class Change Scrolls, and we'll help find more performance opportunities. Let them make a push while they're young."
"Yes, my lord," the woman said, her voice slightly choked.
"Alright, go on. I've got nothing else."
"My lord, thank you for being the Lord of Gold-Silver Island."
"And thank you all for supporting me."
The woman bowed again and left the room.
Wu Heng also got up and went back to direct the theater construction. Near dusk, he returned to the Lord's Mansion with Robé.
...…
Back at the Lord's Mansion.
Minnie said, "Master, Assistant Shiyali just called. The elf fleet has arrived and invites you to visit."
Shiyali had indeed mentioned this before.
She said the elves would be delivering a batch of honey wine.
In a few days, Wu Heng planned to visit Rentam City.
He'd be gone for more than half a month—this was a good time to spend more time with Sheila Grey.
"Alright, give them a call and tell them I'll go tonight," Wu Heng said.
"Okay, Master."
"By the way, I have a game console here. I'll install it in the media room. You can play when you have time," Wu Heng said.
Hearing about a new toy, Minnie and Robé instantly brightened up.
"Master, if you're not around, we might not know how to use it," Minnie chuckled.
"Come on, I'll teach you."
Wu Heng took Minnie upstairs, set up the game console, and handed her a controller.
They started playing together.
The controls were actually pretty simple, and Minnie had learned some Chinese characters to watch One Piece.
So she could understand the options and content.
She quickly picked it up.
Once the console was set up,
Wu Heng tidied up a bit, and Minnie called Shiyali in advance.
Then he left with a skeleton to visit the elf sisters' residence.
The maids stayed home playing video games.