Actor: Thank you.

In the HD area of ​​the imperial capital, there is a famous national park called Xishan.

The reason why it is called Xishan is that it is located to the west of the imperial city.

This place has beautiful scenery and belongs to a branch of the Taihang Mountains.

This place has some connection with Zhang Yuan.

Because there are a lot of tombs of famous folk art figures around here.

Both masters Mei Lanfang and Ma Lianliang are buried around this place.

However, Zhang Yuan did not come here today to visit the grave.

“Ahahahaha, here it comes!”

A gruff voice roared at him in an earth-shaking manner.

Then, a middle-aged man who was over 1.8 meters tall, with a strong build, thick eyebrows and narrow eyes, and an extremely strong body came forward and gave Zhang Yuan a bear hug.

Although it was the first time we met, the other party was not shy at all.

But he is very outgoing.

This person is Li Ming who contacted me yesterday.
AKA, Big Dog Brother from the Imperial Capital.

"Finally I have seen it."

"I told the driver to pick you up, but you refused."

As the elder brother spoke, he pointed to a pure black and translucent Rolls-Royce Phantom with a golden waistline parked nearby.

"There's a small alley in front of my house, and I'm sorry to hear that you're taking my ride," Zhang Yuan said politely.

I understand that this person is trying to show off to me.

"I've heard a lot about you." The brother stretched out his hand.

"I've heard a lot about you." Zhang Yuan also stretched out his arm when he saw this.

They clasped their hands together, and within a second, during the shaking of the handshake, Zhang Yuan felt that the other party was slowly exerting force.

Just a show of force, right?

Why does this person act like a child?

Zhang Yuan did not use any force to counterattack, but instead squeezed the opponent so hard that he cried out.

He could do it easily.

In terms of strength, especially the strength of his wrists and fingers, he, who has learned so much Eagle Claw Skill, can dig several holes in the opponent's palm on the spot.

He is a professional at picking on people.

Several women could testify to this.

But today, we are here at someone else's place.

It's not good to show off your arrogance.

He just held it in for a moment and used some hard Qigong techniques.

Big Dog had a happy look on his face as he gradually gained strength.

He comes from a military family and has never been beaten since childhood.

He is also the leader of the children in the compound.

The reason why he can become the child's leader is that he is big and has strong fists.

So he loves to play this game.

But today, as he was smiling, his expression froze.

Because he felt as if he had pinched a piece of pig iron!
Can't hold it!
Some begged for mercy, while others pinched him in return.

But this was the first time he encountered something he couldn’t chew!
Seeing his stiff expression, Zhang Yuan asked with a smile, "What's wrong with Brother Gou?"

"Physical discomfort?"

"It's okay." After he let go of his hand, his expression immediately returned to normal and he started laughing again.

"Come on, it's cold outside, come in and chat!"

This is the purpose of Zhang Yuan’s visit to Xishan today.

Brother Li Ming bought a piece of land in Xishan and claimed to have spent hundreds of millions to build a private club.

Not open to the public, only for friends.

As soon as they entered the door, he took Zhang Yuan for a walk.

"I have 7,000 to 8,000 square meters of indoor space here."

“There’s a golf course outside.”

“There are pools both indoors and outdoors.”

"There are spas and hot springs."

"The large conference room can seat about 300 people."

“The big restaurant can hold 50 tables!”

“KTV has everything you need!”

Zhang Yuan understood again and realized that he was just pretending to be cool.

It's like wanting to pick yourself up in a Rolls-Royce.

Private clubs are not uncommon.

Xixi's godfather has a villa covering an area of ​​more than 5000 square meters, which is also used to entertain friends.

Big businessmen all have their own clubs.

But this one is indeed more exaggerated.

Zhang Yuan had heard that this brother Li Ming had three major ones.

Loud voice, big drinking capacity, big style!
Today, when I took a look at this magnificent private club with carved beams and painted buildings, I thought to myself that it was indeed the case.

It's really quite stylish.

"Come, take a seat, let's eat and talk."

He was led to a private room with a large stage.

Zhang Yuan took a look and it seemed as if there was a round table placed in the middle of the dance hall.

The elder brother still clapped his hands in a very exaggerated manner.

Then a large group of people came in from the side.

There are waiters serving tea and water.

There were bands carrying guys.

There are also dancers in red tulle.

Zhang Yuan glanced at the person next to him.

Do you want a life of wine and women, or a paradise on earth?
Why is it so tacky?
The performance was folk dance and the band played saxophone.

Sitting there, I felt like I was back in a Hong Kong TV drama from twenty years ago.

This makes you awesome...

"The chefs here are all hired from abroad." The brother boasted.

"Oh, we want to have Western food?"

“Chinese food!”

"We are from the capital, so we have to eat Chinese food. We are not used to those foreign things." The old man put on a very authentic expression.

"Since it's Chinese food, why do we need to find a chef from abroad?" Zhang Yuan asked curiously.

Li Ming: …

Zhang Yuan shut down his microphone with just one sentence.

No... When most people hear about foreign chefs, shouldn't they just call them awesome?

This guy was born in the 1960s. Most people born in this era have unrealistic fantasies and good impressions of foreign countries.

All the pretense just now was broken by Zhang Yuan's words, and it was all in vain.

"Come... yes, look at my wine." The old man waved his hand, and a waiter wearing white gloves brought a gift box.

"Sixteen, Louis's."

Zhang Yuan knew it was expensive brandy, and judging from the price of the wine, it was estimated to be worth hundreds of thousands.

Or just show off your wealth.

Zhang Yuan knew that today would not be the Hongmen Banquet.

So the more he does this, the more it proves that he is blowing up a balloon.

Pretending to be big.

The food tastes OK. After all, the chef is a foreigner, so many of the dishes are Chinese dishes with Western touches.

For example, use Wagyu beef to make boiled beef, and serve roast duck with foie gras and toast.

Zhang Yuan tasted it and found that the roast duck was freshly made.

And it has a fruity wood aroma.

That means he has a roast duck oven here.

It’s not an electric stove, it’s a proper earthen stove.

It is indeed a bit particular.

The same goes for steamed river fish, which is a white-water fish from the south and has no earthy smell at all.

This means that not only were the fish transported from thousands of miles away, but there is also a special pond for raising fish here.

The river fish needs to be raised for a while to spit out the mud so that it won’t be fishy when served on the table

It is indeed very stylish.

Zhang Yuan estimated that this place would not only entertain businessmen, but also many people who would not be able to appear in other restaurants or clubs.

"Brother, no smoking."

While eating, drinking and bragging, Zhang Yuan responded calmly.

After eating the array, this person spoke.

"As you wish."

"Hehehe, that's great!" He clapped his hands again.

"Ordinary cigarettes are boring. I just love cigars."

"Cigars go well with brandy!"

The waiter brought a walnut cigar box and a complete set of tools.

"Brother, smoking this is very particular."

"Will it?"

Are you trying to show off to me again?
Zhang Yuan glanced at his assistant and then nodded.

Zhao Xunxun then skillfully picked up the tools and cigars and lit one for him very professionally.

When I sent cigars to Harvey in Berlin, he specially asked someone to help him practice.

Zhang Yuan took it, took a deep breath, looked at the other party, and exhaled a few wisps of white smoke from his mouth and nose like a dragon.

Li Ming: …

How come you are more skilled at smoking than me?
Moreover, his assistant's technique is so professional, it's obvious that he has done this many times.

From handshakes, to sightseeing, to cigars.

Brother Gou was thinking that since this was the first time they met, he should act like a senior, a elder, and a more senior person.

I didn't expect that this trick of mine was useless in front of this kid!
"Brother, you are so generous. It is rare to see such an enjoyment today outside. I am taking advantage of you." Zhang Yuan said after putting down his cigar.

He also discovered that this person's style was a bit like Zhao Decai.

It's the style of the nouveau riche like coal bosses and real estate bosses.

Very direct and has a big heart.

But having a big heart doesn't mean one is stupid.

So he was always cautious when entering the door.

I also sniffed the cigarette before smoking to make sure there was no "additive" in it. The entertainment industry these days is full of good and bad people, and it is far from the time when capital dominates the market.

The methods some bosses use to control actors are no longer illegal; they have reached an unethical level.

He had to be careful.

"Brother Dog treated me so well."

"I can't repay you, so why don't you come to my house next time and I'll treat you to a meal."

“You’re welcome…” Li Ming smiled and raised his head.

"That's about it for today. I'll go back and prepare to entertain you."

Li Ming: …

Why don't you play by the rules?

You're leaving after eating and drinking, right?
Brother Big Dog also discovered that although he was an old hand, he was not able to control the young man in front of him at all.

Zhang Yuan laughed secretly in his heart.

In fact, it’s not that he can’t hold it, it’s that he doesn’t dare to hold it!

As for the reason...

"Brother, don't be in a hurry to leave. In fact, I asked you to come here today because I have something important to tell you."

Zhang Yuan breathed a sigh of relief and said, "If I don't provoke you, I don't know when we will start talking about business."

"You have been very popular in the capital recently."

"I can't be famous, but I can make a living." He said politely.

"Hey, this isn't called red."

"You can eat by yourself and arrange meals for your own people. You are the most talked about person in the circle recently."

"Everyone says you are young but have great abilities."

"Since I have great abilities, I like to interact and cooperate with capable people."

"Well, I just happened to have a play on hand."

"Are you interested in doing it together?"

Assistant Zhao Xinxin at the side was watching and thinking.

Brother Zhang Yuan has also invested in film and television dramas before.

But every time I have to rush to find someone.

If you give people money, they will naturally welcome it.

But in the end he was begging others.

Today is different.

As soon as you look at this place, you can tell that this burly big man in front of you is very tall.

But instead, he took the initiative to approach my brother Zhang Yuan to ask for cooperation.

She could sense it, and Zhang Yuan naturally knew it too.

"Oh, what play?"

And he also roughly guessed why the other party would look for him.

This has to start with this person's background.

As mentioned before, he was born in a military compound, just like the two Wang brothers in Huayi.

The path they took afterwards was similar to that of the two brothers.

They all opened their own advertising companies.

The two brothers of the Wang family started by designing the LOGO for the National Bank.

And this person’s connections are not bad either!
His advertising company is called Remington, the same Remington that made the famous M870 shotgun.

Less than two years after its establishment, it took over all advertising cooperation for CCTV's "News 30 Minutes".

Later, it won the advertising agency for CCTV Film Channel and programs such as "Global Vision", "Agency and Law", and "Sunset Red".

Advertising agent for CCTV programs.

Is that something that ordinary people can get?

It is unimaginable for ordinary people to see how much money and connections are involved.

When the geese pass by, their feathers are plucked; when the meat passes by, it is covered with oil.

That’s how he came to own this big club.

However, this guy's reaction speed is slower than the two brothers of the Wang family.

The company was restructured this year to form New Remington, and its business types have expanded from advertising to film and television production, agency business, new media and other industries.

In fact, he had already started investing in film and television a long time ago.

But the purpose of company restructuring is very simple.

Knowing that Huayi and Chengtian are preparing for IPO, he also has ideas!
After all, how much money can you make from making movies?

The capital turnover is slow.

It’s faster to make money after it goes public.

And this new Remington, after 11 years of financing and integration, would become the most powerful and famous Pony at that time.

It was also during this last restructuring that Big Dog obtained more than 7 million yuan in financing, the highest among its peers at the time.

So, Gul'dan, what's the price?

Gambling agreement!

It was this gambling agreement that cost him his life.

It's not just a description or a metaphor, it really cost him his life!
His death was a earth-shattering event in the entertainment industry.

Before the listing, the company's head suffered a myocardial infarction and died suddenly.

At first glance, it sounds like he could write a 200-level version of "The Elementary School Student of Death".

But in fact, he was so angry and anxious that he drove himself to death.

Because the pressure to go public is too great and there are many obstacles.

Knowing that it is impossible to complete the bet agreement, he needs to buy back the shares from the betting party at a high price.

How could he possibly come up with so much money?

The result is that the company that you have worked so hard to build is about to change hands.

This man was already a heavy smoker and drinker, and his physical indicators were not in good condition. After facing such pressure, he was completely overwhelmed.

In fact, what he encountered was almost a replica of South Beauty.

But Zhang Lan survived and accepted defeat.

He could not accept it for a while and passed away.

After the death of its leader, Pony.com immediately fell apart.

There was even fratricide, and his two sisters and his widow staged a brutal struggle for power.

The end result was that the company disappeared completely and the local lord fell.

In the circle, he has a good reputation and is a very easy-going person.

Through what happened just now, Zhang Yuan also discovered that this person was like a big child.

So why did he come to me?

It’s still CCTV.

This person's first pot of gold came from being an advertising agent for CCTV.

The person he left was related to the old director!

It seems that the wind is blowing in the wrong direction these days.

Everyone saw the little show that the new director put on by Zhang Yuan.

The result is an overall contraction of the old forces.

This person has a big heart, but he is not lacking.

You will understand it once you think about it.

The old goes down, the new comes up.

I still have to rely on CCTV for my livelihood.

New relationships must also be established.

It's not easy to find it if you look directly upwards.

He is a member of the old forces, so even if he goes to them, they may not pay any attention to him.

So I thought of starting from Zhang Yuan.

He noticed it, too.

Zhang Yuan fought brilliantly in this battle and will definitely be valued in the future.

I asked around and everyone said he had a good reputation.

He is generous, decent and easy-going.

He didn't think about it for long before he took the initiative to contact her.

Now I see, it’s generous and decent.

But being easy-going is not necessarily the case.

It seems that his attitude is not simple, as if he sees through me.

Another thought.

Oh, I am too shallow.

How could someone who can take the lead in a "war" be an easy-going nicety?

There must be a way!
He also took a look and happened to have a new script in his hand.

"The play is called 'My Brother is Shunliu'."

“A TV series about war.”

Zhang Yuan understood as soon as he heard it.

This person was indeed a little slow in reacting.

Nowadays, war-themed TV dramas have become a red ocean!
Since "Drawing Sword" and the huge success of "Soldier Assault", this theme has suddenly attracted tens of millions of crews.

Brother Dagou wanted to make some money just because he saw that the subject matter was very popular.

Growing up in a military compound, he likes "Soldier Assault" very much.

So this new play wants to use the crew of "Soldier Assault".

Knowing that Wang Baoqiang was his man, he used this opportunity to make friends with him.

It’s better to cooperate, and there are people to share the cost with.

As soon as this person said this, Zhang Yuan nodded.

"Okay, let me take a look at the script first."

"That's right!" The man was very happy to hear him say that.

Because he is also a person who loves to study scripts.

And Zhang Yuan was estimating.

“This play is good.”

“It should be profitable.”

"Big Dog also has a very good reputation in the industry."

"They shouldn't be like the Wang brothers who withheld my investment income."

"Besides, this guy is quite rich, so I should be able to use it."

The business world is like a battlefield, and it is not easy to have an ally.

He thought that this business should be successful... (End of this chapter)