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Once the news that "Love Letter" had grossed over 25 billion yen in seven days was reported, it not only caused a sensation in Japan, but also attracted a lot of attention and discussion when the news spread back to Hong Kong. After all, according to today's exchange rate, this is equivalent to more than 1980 million US dollars.

Mr. Xiang also learned the news at the first time and immediately shared it with Aqiang.

"You are indeed Mr. Fang."

Ah Qiang couldn't help but sigh, "A random romance film can have such a big impact in Japan."

It is hard for Mr. Xiang to disagree. After all, in just 7 days, the box office of "Love Letter" reached more than 1 million Hong Kong dollars.

"Second Brother, after seeing this news, I am very curious about what kind of results will be achieved when "Chinese Hero" is released. I don't expect it to be the same as "God of Gamblers" or "Baby Smart Star" and get 4000 million at the box office, but at least 3000 million should be no problem, right?"

"Don't be too happy yet."

A Qiang frowned and asked about the progress of the script writing of "Chinese Hero".

"We have formed a writing team around Ma Rongcheng." Mr. Xiang smiled and said, "They are now writing the first draft according to the plot outline given by Mr. Fang. It will probably not take long before the first draft is ready."

"That's good!"

A smile suddenly appeared on Aqiang's cold face.

The two brothers chatted for a while about the filming plan of "Chinese Heroes", and then Mr. Xiang suddenly said:
"Second brother, how are you going to deal with the incident in which Huang Yulang hired someone to attack? Do you want to tell Ma Rongcheng?"

"Has Ma Rongcheng still been attacked, harassed, threatened, etc?"

A Qiang said in a serious tone.

"No, the henchmen sent by the boss are all very capable. Ma Rongcheng is well protected and will never be attacked again."

Mr. Xiang snorted coldly, "Speaking of which, Huang Yulang is really insidious and bold. Ma Rongcheng just didn't want to renew the contract, so he sent the gangsters to intimidate and threaten him. But he was so stubborn that he didn't go to He Liansheng and the Number Gang, but actually asked our gang to do this!"

"Don't tell Ma Rongcheng about this for now. I'm afraid he might misunderstand me."

Aqiang was prepared to tell Fangyan the results of the investigation truthfully.

"What about that blind young gangster?"

There was a ferocious gleam in Mr. Xiang's eyes. He wanted to get rid of Hongxing completely, so even if he had to cut this little brother three times and pierce him six times, it would not be too much.

"Let's not act on our own. Keep the person for now and wait for me to report to Mr. Fang before we proceed."

Ah Qiang said: "The most important thing right now is to make sure that Ma Rongcheng doesn't get into trouble again. What has that Huang Yulang done recently?"

Mr. Xiang replied: "According to the people we sent to follow, Huang Yulang seems to be investigating Mingkong Publishing Company."

"Isn't that Mr. Fang's company? Why, does he still want to cause trouble for Mr. Fang?"

Aqiang narrowed his eyes into slits.

"That's not true."

Mr. Xiang said that Mingkong Publishing Company has newly established a comics department and has poached many key personnel, painters, editors, etc. from old Hong Kong comics companies such as Yulang International Company and Kwong's Publishing House. Huang Yulang may be angry about the fact that so many people have jumped ship in the company.

"Just poaching a few people."

A Qiang said with disdain.

"Should we warn Huang Yulang on behalf of Mr. Fang and tell him that the person behind Mingkong is not someone he can afford to offend."

Mr. Xiang made suggestions.

"This will easily alert the enemy. Let's wait until Huang Yulang does something extraordinary, and then we can help Mr. Fang." A Qiang gave him a meaningful look.

Mr. Xiang immediately understood. If Wong Yuk-long had not caused any trouble, how would Hongxing have had the opportunity to perform in front of the dialect?

"Also, tell the boss to order a batch of magazines as soon as Mr. Fang's comic magazine is released." A Qiang urged, "Order more. Mr. Fang's comic magazine will surely sell as well as his novels!"

"it is good!"

Mr. Xiang clapped his hands and muttered to himself, wondering when Mr. Fang would return from Japan.

………………

At night, Imperial Hotel, Tokyo.

The celebration party for "Love Letter" was held here. In addition to the main creative team, almost all the people from Kadokawa Pictures and Shochiku Films were present.

The lobby is filled with music of different styles, such as city pop and vaporwave, which are soothing and smooth, with a misty feeling.

Just like Japan today, the economic bubble is expanding, people are living a life of luxury and indulge in a beautiful dream that seems like they will never wake up.

Fangyan looked around with a slight smile on his face. After experiencing the global stock market crash last year, the Nikkei index fell back to around 2 points. Now, only a month or two have passed since the beginning of the year, the Nikkei index has risen to 26231 points, breaking through the 2.5-point mark.

The 5000-point increase in the Nikkei index alone is enough to make a huge profit from my leveraged long positions.

What's more, this is only short-term. The longest holding period of stock index futures is 9 months, by which time the Nikkei will break the 3 mark.

The only drawback is that although Japanese real estate prices have continued to rise sharply, especially in Tokyo and Kyoto, which are the focus of local investment, the increase has both exceeded 50%, but unfortunately there is now a clear lack of momentum, growth has begun to stagnate, and even fluctuates up and down.

"What are you thinking about?"

Keiko Matsuzaka wore a black V-neck dress and held a glass of champagne in her hand.

"I'm thinking about selling a few homes in Tokyo and Kyoto and using the proceeds to buy office buildings and commercial buildings."

Fangyan's eyes rolled and he said, the happiest person in the world is being a landlord, and the most reliable business is collecting rent.

"Whenever you want to sell, just let me know and I'll help you get rid of it."

Keiko Matsuzaka was all smiles.

Their eyes met, they clinked their glasses and drank together. There was a hint of ambiguity in the warm atmosphere.

At this moment, Okuyama Rong, Kadokawa Haruki and others suddenly broke into their sight.

Faced with everyone's rush to toast, Fangyan accepted all of them. For a while, the atmosphere was lively with cups being toasted and glasses being exchanged.

"Fangyan-kun, President Okuyama and I have just discussed this."

Kadokawa Haruki's face was full of red. "I am ready to strike while the iron is hot and make a few more pure love movies like "Love Letter"."

Fangyan smiled without saying anything. "Love Letter" has completely opened up the Japanese pure love movie market. If nothing unexpected happens, there will be more film companies like Kadokawa Pictures and Shochiku that will compete to shoot a large number of beautiful and pure love-themed movies to get a piece of the pie.

"Mr. Fangyan, do you have any love stories similar to "Love Letter"?"

Ao Shanrong stared at Fang Yan as if he was looking at a gold and silver mine.

"Yes, I do, but I'm busy right now, so I'm mainly focusing on..."

As he spoke, Fangyan's eyes slowly drifted out the window, and his thoughts also drifted to the distant Hong Kong River. (End of this chapter)