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Chapter 978 Su Chao's Shocking Unveiling: It's All Because She's Too Beautiful

Time will fairly knock everyone down.

Xu Ke was no exception.

From a spirited and brilliant director during Hong Kong's golden age to the nearly 70-year-old Tsui Hark.

He had lamented more than once that his energy was waning.

The older I get, the more I yearn for and long for that feeling of being full of energy.

Therefore, he harbored great curiosity about Zhou Yutang, who possessed boundless energy like a monster.

Artists have always been providing content to the audience.

Generally speaking, every great director has their own distinct personal style.

For example, Quentin Tarantino, Jiang Wen, and Zhang Yimou are all like this.

But Zhou Yutang can be an extreme tech enthusiast, master the art of creating atmosphere, and carry a grand and epic commercial production. He also skillfully manipulates the audience's psychology through extensive use of POV shots.
The word "genius" alone is insufficient to describe Zhou Yutang.

Regardless of wealth or status, Tsui Hark has been testing the waters with Zhou Yutang, repeatedly gauged the film market's acceptance of him.

In the mind of this genius director who has been famous for decades, no one knows better than Zhou Yutang what the audience wants to see.

Humans are such complex creatures.

While Xu Ke remains steadfast in his beliefs, he is not opposed to the possibility of his films achieving high box office returns.

After all, the more money the better.

Zhou Yutang was also very curious about why Xu Laoguai always had such imaginative and whimsical ideas in his head.

Since reaching the top of the entertainment industry, he has never stopped improving.

When you broaden your perspective, your vision and thinking will expand.

Therefore, I often have in-depth exchanges with Zhang Yimou, Lu Yang, Wen Muye, Guo Fan and others on film and television technology.

On the way to Jiangsu Province, there's no reason not to catch Xu Laoguai.

The two hit it off immediately, but the atmosphere of their conversation wasn't exactly harmonious, probably because their ideas clashed somewhat.

Zhou Yutang always felt that Tsui Hark had gone too far in pursuing special effects and form, weakening the core of the story, and had become obsessed with it.

The martial arts spirit of the early films "The Blade" and "New Dragon Gate Inn" is no longer visible, leaving only an empty shell of flashy skills.

Take "Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back" for example. It relies entirely on visual bombardment to grab the audience's attention, while neglecting the logic of the plot. The audience experience is not very good, and the overall rating of the film is not high.

The "Detective Dee" series, a collaboration with Huayi Brothers, is quite unique, transcending the conventional scope of martial arts films and constructing a grand Tang Dynasty fantasy universe.

Huayi Brothers is touting its summer blockbuster "Detective Dee: The Four Heavenly Kings," a film that marks the end of Tsui Hark's career.

Neither of them tried to impose their ideas on the other, so there was no argument.

They get even more excited when talking about martial arts.

Which man doesn't dream of the martial arts world?
Tsui Hark has always had a deep-seated fondness for martial arts films.

I watched the entire first season of "Snowy Swordsmanship" and couldn't help but ask about the premiere date when the news about the sequel to "Snowy Swordsmanship" was all the rage a few days ago.

"Post-production isn't finished yet; it'll probably start airing around June or July."

Zhou Yutang's mind raced slightly, and a faint smile appeared on his lips: "Director Xu, how about considering the feature film 'Snow in the Sky'?"

"Is the movie 'Snowy Mountain' already ready to be greenlit?"

Old Xu's tone was not without surprise.

"The script is already being written."

Zhou Yutang said with a smile, "However, it may take a few years before we have the opportunity to cooperate."

"It's a dream come true!"

As the saying goes, a wise man knows when to yield. Xu Laoguai felt that hesitating for even a second longer would be disrespectful to the Grand Commander of Jiangdong.

"Wishing Mr. Zhou all the best in winning the Oscars next month."

"Haha, I hope you'll take my good wishes."

After exchanging pleasantries, the two hung up the phone. The female assistant, Lele, thoughtfully poured Xu Ke a glass of water, sat on his lap, and softly said:

"You're so happy just chatting with Zhou Yutang? Have some water to calm down, or your blood pressure will spike again."

"You do not understand."

Old Master Xu picked up his water glass and took a sip, his eyes gleaming with a sharp light.

It's just sucking up to someone powerful, anyone can do that.
Having been in the entertainment industry for decades, how could he not know how much influence Zhou Yutang wielded?
Hua Yi was always like a younger brother to him.

I've managed to latch onto such a powerful figure.

He swept through the entire Chinese entertainment industry with ease!

The latest version of entertainment capital's strategy has undergone a complete transformation compared to the past.

Take Jiangdong Entertainment as an example.

In the past, film and television dramas mainly relied on traditional broadcast channels to recoup their costs, namely domestic satellite TV stations.

Apart from Mango TV, the other two of the "Big Three" have been eating too well for years, which has propelled them to the top of the domestic satellite TV stations.

However, with the rise of video platforms, television viewership is gradually entering a period of decline, and the ecosystem of interests is being redistributed, making television stations more dependent on Jiangdong.

They need hit shows to generate high viewership ratings to maintain their competitiveness.

Zhou Yutang is adept at navigating all sides. In Jiangdong, besides the television broadcasting rights, he has also secured advertising revenue from video platforms, artist management, and the entire derivative film and television industry chain!

The sequel to "Snow in the Wind" has already begun its promotional campaign, generating tremendous buzz.

The related derivative film filing has also been approved, and it has been decided that the most popular character in the Snow Sword series will be the protagonist, Old Sword God Li.

"Boss, who are you planning to cast in the spin-off movie about Li Chungang?"

After Zhou Yutang finished talking with Xu Ke, Chen Duling asked curiously.

Xie Junhao played the role of Li Laojianshen in the TV series, which greatly boosted the popularity of Nanhai Shisanlang.

Although he is still a handsome older man, his age is a factor, and he no longer has the youthful spirit, so he naturally cannot play the spirited Li Chungang in his youth.

"We'll talk about the actors later."

Zhou Yutang glanced down at WeChat.

Tsui Hark wanted him to play Li Chungang, but Zhou Yutang refused on the spot.

It's hard to find a young version of Li Chungang, but the green-robed one has already been decided.

After glancing at the several messages Wang Churan had sent, Zhou Yutang's lips curled up slightly, and she casually replied with one.

A handsome guy surnamed Han once said: If a woman agrees to have dinner or watch a movie alone with a man, it means she agrees to sleep with him.

At that time, Governor Zhou gave it a thumbs up.

Thanks to his almost instinctive aquaman intuition, he made new additions to this set of rules.

If a woman initiates a message more than three times, it means you can do anything with her from then on.

Even though Wang Churan tried her best to conceal it and create a good atmosphere for the conversation, asking questions about acting skills in a slightly girlish and playful tone.

It's like when guys are sending messages to their crushes; if you have a fear of losing them, that's all that matters.

The underlying demand for value transfer from lower to higher positions is undeniable.

Zhou Yutang simply replied and didn't take it to heart.

—Even the older sisters are already in line, how could Governor Zhou have time to provide emotional support for his younger sister?
Moreover, with the unveiling of the Su Chao regime imminent, Zhou Yutang needed to be on his guard and deal with the powerful regional official of Jiangsu Province.

Every time Zhou Yutang came to Jinling, it was the happiest time for Ni Ni. Because it was an unspoken time that belonged only to her and Zhou Yutang alone.

This time is no exception.

Ni Ni specially put aside her work and drove herself from Shanghai back to Nanjing.

That black Ferrari 458 Italia, carrying the radiant beauty of Nanjing and attracting a lot of attention on the highway, was also a gift from Zhou Yutang.

It wasn't for any so-called sense of ceremony, it was simply because Ni Ni liked it.

Even she herself didn't expect that a casual remark she made to Zhou Yutang during a chat would be remembered by this man.

Then there's the most powerful V8 engine model in Ferrari's history, a supercar designed by Pininfarina's automotive design studio, with a base price of 388.8 million.

More than half a month later, it was parked in the garage of her apartment complex.

In the third month of spring, as fireworks illuminated Nanjing, Ni Ni, with her exquisite makeup, accompanied Zhou Yutang to an evening dinner party.

They worked from sunset until noon the next day before leaving Haiyue Mingdu.

Around 4 p.m.

At the Jinling Olympic Sports Center, the air was filled with a near-boiling roar.

A huge, highly designed Scottish Premiership logo shines brightly in the center of the stadium.

Amidst the upbeat singing, fireworks burst forth in the stadium, showering the sky with golden flecks.

clap clap clap! ! !
Zhou Yutang, dressed in a well-tailored navy blue suit, stood side by side with the Jiangsu provincial leader, who was wearing a dark gray jacket and exuded a calm demeanor, in the center of the venue.

Ni Ni clapped her hands gently, her smile bright, her eyes filled with admiration.

How many people in the world can be like that with her man?
The two of them together lifted the silver trophy that symbolized the start of the Jiangsu Provincial City Football League.

The flashbulbs on the scene were going off like crazy, capturing the deafening cheers and freezing this moment in the frame.

"President Zhou, you have extraordinary courage!"

The leader's voice wasn't loud, but it carried a hint of admiration. Having dealt with officials so many times, Zhou Yutang could speak in official jargon with ease.
"Not at all. The organization provides the platform, the leaders control the overall situation, and individuals give full play to their talents. I only did some insignificant little things."

Looking around, all 6.1 seats in the Jinling Olympic Sports Center Stadium were occupied.

All of them were spectators wearing jerseys in the colors that supported the two cities of Nanjing and Yancheng.

Hands raised in unison in the stands, countless faces ignited with passion.
Zhou Yutang felt a great sense of accomplishment.

These people may not all be interested in football, but just for the free tickets to the Scottish Premiership opening and the chance to catch the wild Grand Marshal, it's worth the gamble.

Media interviews were conducted, the formalities were completed, and the opening match began.

This is different from the Premier League and Champions League matches.

The Scottish Premiership is not very competitive, with most players coming from local university or corporate teams, or as amateur enthusiasts.

However, regardless of whether their faces are young or weathered, their eyes are equally fervent, emphasizing physical confrontation and relentless effort.

"What happened to the promise of 'friendship first, competition second'?"

Chen Duling's father is a Juventus fan, and she grew up watching the games, so she knows a little about the club.

At this moment, her lips parted slightly, and she choked up.

Sliding tackles that rival those in high-octane soccer are commonplace, sending the grass flying several meters into the air.

Before the first half was over, the Huashan Sect had already entered the field with stretchers to provide assistance.

The audience was very supportive, with their thunderous cheers almost lifting the roof off the stadium. The entire stadium was like a powder keg that had been ignited, creating an explosive atmosphere.

When the final whistle blew, the referee probably breathed a sigh of relief.

With such high-ranking leaders present, thankfully nothing serious happened; only five or six people from both teams were carried off the scene.
In the end, Yancheng proved superior, narrowly defeating Jinling 2-1, which could be considered a welcome gift to Governor Zhou, who was present to watch the game.

Look at these sweaty players hugging and high-fiving, their smiles as bright as if they had won the World Cup.

The match had just ended, and on Weibo, the hashtags #SuzhouSuperLeagueOpeningMatch# and #SuzhouCityFootballLeague# had already trended seven times.

As a sponsor of the Scottish Premiership match, Bilibili and Douyin provided simultaneous live streaming throughout the entire event, with the trending topics list also well-arranged.

This uncompetitive match was like a drop of water falling into a boiling oil pan, instantly causing an uproar on major online forums.

"Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Just 25 minutes into the game, a world-class goal from 40 meters out! You're telling me this is an amateur team?"

"I knew it! The intensity and atmosphere of the Scottish Premiership are amazing! It's a hundred times better than some of those leisurely leagues! Maybe we should let the Grand Marshal take over the Football Association and see if we can qualify for the World Cup."

"The Grand Commander is awesome! Su Chao is awesome!"

"The Scottish Premiership is awesome! I've been to Jiangsu Province, and the football there is very pure."

"Next match is Changzhou vs. Nanjing, it'll be time for us to have some dumplings, haha."

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The value of Zhou Yutang's celebrity effect is still increasing.

Every single thing he does generates a media frenzy.

Governor Zhou's personal endorsement brought a massive influx of viewers to the Jiangsu Provincial City Football League.

The online discussion exploded, even drawing in casual observers who weren't originally interested in football.

I don’t know, I’m scared.

No, is this kung fu football?
What's even more outrageous is that Su Chao's social media post had already impacted the stock market.

Many sports-related stocks, particularly those related to the Scottish Premiership, inexplicably hit their daily limit, prompting many seasoned investors to exclaim that a bull market had arrived.
"Brother Yu Tang."

Hello, Sweetie.

On a beautiful night in Jinling, Zhou Yutang was enjoying a drink with Ni Ni when he received a call from Princess Tian, ​​which gave him a slight headache.

Ni Ni didn't say anything, but glanced at him and nudged the scoundrel with her leg, as if to ask, "You even dare to touch Princess Tian?"

Zhou Yutang shook his head with a wry smile. Ever since that intimate encounter in the car before the Lunar New Year, Da Tiantian had become increasingly proactive, contacting him via WeChat and phone every few days.

Will Yu Tang come to the premiere of "How Long Will I Love U"?

Princess Sweetie asked with a smile, "It seems like we'll be doing a promotional roadshow in conjunction with the Scottish Premiership match."

This year's Spring Festival film season is characterized by a dominant force with many competitors. Apart from "Operation Red Sea" breaking 40 billion yuan and continuing its meteoric rise, there are no other films that can compete.

This means that the audience's enthusiasm for watching movies is still there. After Chen Xi held a meeting with many senior executives of Dongwu Pictures, Zhou Yutang finally nodded and put "How Long Will I Love U" on the table.

These days, everyone values ​​a sense of ritual.

This year's Valentine's Day falls just before Chinese New Year's Eve, but there's also a White Day.

A marketing campaign generated considerable buzz, and the buzz remained high.

"Things are almost done here, I should be in North America by then."

"That"

Jing Tian paused for a moment on the other end of the phone, then said, "Then I wish Brother Yu Tang all the best in winning the Oscar."

"Yeah, good luck with your roadshow, Sweetie."

The usually smooth-talking Zhou Dudu was a little hesitant to continue teasing her, so Ni Ni couldn't help but mischievously mimic him: "Good luck with your roadshow, Tian Tian~~"

No wonder he has a weak immune system.

Sweetie is just too beautiful.

The Grand Commander was surrounded by many beautiful women, and he handled all situations with ease, but he treated Jing Tian differently.

The most important reason is that Jing's father is still in a key position.

Even Governor Zhou couldn't help but consider the consequences of ruining someone's daughter.
However, to be fair, going to that extent is no different from actually doing it.
(End of this chapter)