Actor: Thank you.

"Brother Yuan, you're amazing!"

The following afternoon, Zhang Yuan was enjoying Shu Chang's praises in a private room at the restaurant.

"Not only did they manage to win over such a big boss, they also managed to get a bargain from him."

"I admire you very much."

Zhang Yuan glanced at Changchang.

He now understood why Wang Shi and Tian Pujun were together.

Women always find a man's weakness.

"Stop talking, it's a bit cheesy..." Zhang Yuan twisted his body.

"I'm just telling the truth."

"That's really impressive."

“Other artists, when they see such a big boss, are busy toasting him and don’t even dare to say a word.”

"Okay, okay, if you keep praising me, I'll get cocky."

"I need to stay calm and rational."

After calling Shu Chang, she immediately flew to Shenzhen.

She also bought two discounted houses.

Zhang Yuan then handed over the property certificates and keys to the 10 apartments he had acquired through his "door-to-door" sales to her.

Zhang Yuan chose only homes in good locations with future subway access, aiming to upgrade his living situation.

A two- or three-bedroom apartment with an area of ​​around 100 square meters.

These kinds of houses are easier to sell.

Vanke's pre-sale price is 21,000 yuan, but the price they offered him was 16,000 yuan.

Even so, they can still make a profit, just a small one.

Zhang Yuan went to cut the ribbon for the building development without receiving any payment; the 5000 yuan discount per square meter was his payment.

This is what they call the buyer being less shrewd than the seller; Wang Shi wouldn't really suffer a loss.

Zhang Yuan was fairly happy, at least he got the house.

This area will eventually be priced at around 10 yuan per square meter.

Zhang Yuan asked Shu Chang to help him calculate, and he realized he was still lacking compared to Li Xiang. It seemed he still had a lot to work on.

Wang Shiling is able to live a princess-like life only because her mother is rich enough to own a house worth hundreds of dollars.

"Brother Yuan." Shu Chang put away the property certificate.

Because she bought so many, she's become a bit numb to it all and doesn't even bother to look at the property certificates anymore.

“I believe that one day you will be richer than this kind of big boss.” Changchang even sang him a celebratory song, maximizing his emotional value.

"I hope... you're right." Zhang Yuan hesitated for a moment.

Because someone like Wang Shi, who has reached his current position, has achieved it not only through his intelligence and ability.

The main factor at play is the underlying forces.

Let's put it this way: Wanda, Vanke, Evergrande, SOHO... just go and see the CEOs of the top-tier real estate companies in the country.

Going back two generations, weren't they all incredibly famous?

Without this background, you simply couldn't have achieved this level.

To give you an example, back in the day, without connections to law enforcement agencies, you couldn't even get a demolition settlement done.

Sisi's godfather, Boss Chen, had also worked in real estate, but compared to these people, he was a "down-and-out" self-made man.

Therefore, people like Mr. Chen will not be able to reap any of the biggest benefits after the real estate industry becomes more standardized.

If your ancestors didn't have that status, you're not qualified to eat this kind of food.

Although China Fortune Land Development's "golden period" is less than 10 years.

But even if you can't succeed in this line of work, as long as you have strong connections, you can still thrive in other industries.

Zhang Yuan expressed doubt to Shu Chang that he would surpass Wang Shi in the future because Wang Shi had started BGI after leaving Vanke.

This company was originally just copying the concept, doing fetal genetic testing, and cooperating with hospitals.

This has driven the company to the point of going public.

Then, during the "national crisis," they amassed tens of billions by testing cotton swabs...

Is this money something an ordinary person can earn?

The businesses they were involved in were all industries that Zhang Yuan could not access.

Not only is it unattainable now, but it will also be impossible to access in the future, because it was never intended for you.

"Anyway, I believe you."

"And you didn't tell me that you and the other person got along quite well."

"You can get along with such a big boss, he's really giving you face."

“Not everyone gives me face.” Zhang Yuan raised his two sword-like eyebrows.

"I just got yelled at."

"Who!" Upon hearing this, Changchang immediately showed an expression as if she was about to throw away the Life and Death Talisman.

Who else could it be?

Zhang Weiping, I suppose.

He's way more arrogant than Wang Shi.

After all, Zhang Yuan and Wang Shi did not have any direct vested interests; at most, they exchanged resources.

However, he and Zhang Weiping have a real conflict of interest.

Especially since Zhang Yuan deliberately dragged things out for a long time, saying he had been discussing things with the people in Hong Kong.

He kept implying that he could definitely handle it, and after acting as if he was willing to be a subordinate, Zhang Weiping was very confident.

He figured he could easily get this young man to support him for free.

If he knew that Zhang Yuan had even won over Wang Shi, he probably wouldn't have thought that way.

"You're not participating, you're not supporting... what does that mean?" After hearing his "apology," Boss Zhang asked seriously over the phone.

"Sigh, I didn't want to either."

"But we discussed it back and forth."

“These people in Hong Kong think this is a matter for the mainland film and television industry and has little to do with them.”

"They only care about the southern market."

"And as you know, Hong Kongers are very short-sighted," Zhang Yuan said, adapting his words to suit different people. "They don't care about long-term interests."

"I just hope things can stay stable for now."

"Didn't you say you would definitely support me?" Zhang Weiping's tone suddenly rose.

"Mr. Zhang, times have changed. I didn't expect this either," Zhang Yuan said in a very gentle tone.

But Zhang Weiping isn't stupid.

If it really couldn't work, you should have told me sooner.

They kept dragging it out, keeping us hanging on, and only now are they telling me?
it is good!
This guy figured it out too, you did it on purpose, didn't you?

I was always told about the many romantic opportunities that awaited me, but now I've been given a chilling result.

"Then why didn't you tell me earlier!"

“We’ve been discussing this all along,” Zhang Yuan said, picking at his fingernails.

"And we've been waiting for you all along."

"wait for me?"

"Yes, we'll wait for you to come and discuss with us the benefits of cooperating."

Actually, Zhang Weiping did have opportunities.

He approached each of the Hong Kong business owners one by one, offering them substantial benefits, hoping to defeat them one by one.

Of course, if he does that, Zhang Yuan will also take countermeasures.

But you didn't even do anything. Aren't you treating us like dirt?

Zhang Yuan: I gave you a chance, but you didn't do it! I gave you a chance, but you didn't do it!

"benefit?"

"Increasing the production company's share together is a win-win situation for everyone."

“That’s the biggest benefit.”

After picking at his nails, Zhang Yuan started peeling the dead skin off his lips.

Is listening to you the best thing you can do?
The peaceful recapture of the capital was achieved only after Fu Zuoyi was given the position of Minister of Water Resources and other conditions.

Because he had troops and millions of people in the capital.

I have money and connections, why should I listen to you for nothing!
"Mr. Zhang, it's not what I want."

"It's those Hong Kong CEOs who want it."

"In this world, there is no such thing as doing something for nothing, and no such thing as helping someone for nothing."

He continued to use Hong Kong people as a shield. "I misjudged you!"

"I've wasted my time training you!" the other person snapped angrily.

Zhang Yuan: …

I am not a plant that needs to be cultivated.

"Mr. Zhang, we still have a relationship, so please don't say such heartless things."

"fart!"

"Let me tell you, don't pretend to be old at such a young age and think you know everything."

"Let me tell you, you're still too green!"

"Don't isolate yourself from the industry!"

Zhang Yuan scratched his head and thought for a moment.

Self-isolation from the industry?
its not right.

Am I not the future of this industry?

"Mr. Zhang, you have been immersed in the industry for many years, you are very experienced and have a wide network of connections."

"Actually, it doesn't matter whether we support you or not."

"You're right, aren't you?"

"Don't give me that crap. I'm just asking you, do you support it or not?"

"From the bottom of my heart, I support it."

That translates to: I will provide all support except for action.

"Okay, let me discuss it with the theaters."

"Everyone else is raising their revenue share, your film can forget about it!"

He slammed the phone down after saying that.

"Judging from your tone, I thought Lao Han was your underling and that you owned the broadcasting station."

Although Zhang Yuan knew the other party would have this attitude, he was still a little angry.

So I sang with Shu Chang and we both calmed down.

"The way he talks to you is so disrespectful, he doesn't act like a senior at all," Changchang complained a few hours later as she got dressed.

"It's okay, his anger isn't necessarily a bad thing."

“Anger is a very foolish thing, especially when you’re doing something important.”

"But if he succeeds, and really teams up with the theater chains to deal with you..."

“Impossible,” Zhang Yuan said decisively, dispelling Shu Chang’s doubts.

"First of all, he has been doing this for so many years, and he has long harbored grudges against the cinemas."

“And…” Zhang Yuan chuckled lightly, “he won’t make it.”

With the quality of "A Simple Noodle Story," it would be a miracle if it succeeded!
The reason why the "Curse of the Golden Flower" controversy was successful was because "Curse of the Golden Flower" alone sold more than 3 million yuan in China.

That year, the total box office revenue of domestic films was only 14 billion yuan, so Zhang Weiping was indeed speaking with confidence.

The key to the brilliance of "Curse of the Golden Flower" is that Zhang Weiping dared to say that he would forgo domestic box office revenue and rely entirely on overseas rights and box office returns to recoup costs.

Of course, he couldn't do that, but with that confidence, domestic cinemas would have to give in.

Who will "A Simple Noodle Story" sell to overseas?
All of them are guaranteed minimum revenue sharing agreements; there is no exclusive copyright purchase.

Foreigners don't understand the humor in Errenzhuan (a traditional Chinese folk art form), so the box office won't be good.

Therefore, Zhang Yuan was quite certain.

If he succeeds, I'll eat my phone, it's a Nokia.

Take Changchang to the airport and ask her to put the property certificate and keys in the safe first.

It's almost the end of the year, and she's very busy calculating the accounts of various companies.

Zhang Yuan then made a phone call to Zhang Yimou.

Falling out with Zhang Weiping doesn't mean falling out with Zhang Yimou.

"Director Zhang, I'm sorry about this." Zhang Yuan's attitude was very good when he spoke to him, much better than when he treated Zhang Weiping.

"Did you and Weiping have a fight?" Zhang Yimou is quite straightforward.

"Disagreements are inevitable. It's also my fault; I was a bit slow in handling things and overconfident."

"I didn't expect the CEOs to disagree."

"Actually, we can't entirely blame them. Mr. Zhang just told us to support him, but he didn't give any conditions, so of course they were unwilling."

"That's true." Old Zhang thought to himself, this is Zhang Weiping's old problem, he's stingy.

I treat you the same way, not just you.

"But I didn't argue with him."

"He said some unpleasant things, but I still respect him."

"Especially for your sake, after all, you have been kind to me." Zhang Yuan attributed all the good things to Zhang Yimou.

"No, it's all thanks to your own hard work."

"You really didn't fall out with him?"

"No."

"If I say something nasty, he'll record it and spread it around," Zhang Yuan said jokingly.

Zhang Yimou then gave an awkward laugh.

Indeed, given Zhang Weiping's personality, he would have spread the word all over the world long ago.

In addition, he knew that although Zhang Yuan was young, he was quite amiable and he had never seen him turn against someone to their face.

Of course, it's just that Zhang Yimou hasn't seen it before...

"Why don't you act as a mediator after this is over, and we can have a meal and talk again?"

"It's better to resolve conflicts than to let them fester." Zhang Yuan made a gesture as if he was willing to reconcile.

"Alright, even though you're young, you're quite mature in your thinking."

"We're all friends, there's no need to make things awkward."

"Then it's up to you."

Zhang Yuan put down his phone.

Zhang Yimou is still soft-hearted.

If Zhang Weiping is like this, this matter is really bad, it won't work. Guess who he will blame?

"Reconciliation... Zhang Yuan was just saying that."

He has no intention of making peace!
If the new generation wants to rise to prominence, they have to step over the old guard.

Otherwise, where would I find a spot?

There's a proper place for everyone; people like you are just opportunists and don't do much good for the industry.

It's time for them to be phased out!

Zhang Yuanping calmed down and took a moment to recover.

After letting out a long sigh, he picked up his phone and contacted another famous director.

That is, the purpose of his coming to Shenzhen with Wang Shi.

Because Feng Xiaogang was currently in Hong Kong with the crew of "Aftershock" doing promotional tours and organizing events.

It's already been released in mainland China, but it will be released a little later in Hong Kong.

And the box office expectations aren't great either.

Not only because the market is small, but also because the people of Hong Kong are not so familiar with the Tangshan earthquake.

Back in 76, there wasn't as much communication between the two places as there is now.

Moreover, this film originally relied on the collective memories of the Chinese people as its selling point to attract people to the theater.

When it arrived in Hong Kong, the main selling point became that it was the first IMAX movie in China.

I see the special effects are coming...

Zhang Yuan sought out Feng Xiaogang mainly because they had previously agreed to go to Xixi Wetland together.

The excuse was that the other party had introduced the house to him.

Now, there's also a celebration for Huayi's listing.

"Okay, you're too kind."

Xu Fan was delighted to hear that he had arranged for a plane to pick her up.

"Of course, let's take a good rest at the end of the year."

"Hey."

He then rushed to Hong Kong.

Meanwhile, a major project planned since the beginning of the year has reached its conclusion... (End of Chapter)