After divorce, I can hear the voice of the future

Chapter 853 He's really... despicable!

"I'm so happy I'll get rich."

"Ryoko is too funny!"

"It's six o'clock now, and the receipt also says six o'clock."

"This guy dares to say he's seen it and recommends everyone to watch it? Even if he's just trying to fool people, he should at least cover up the date, right?"

"But to be fair, it's really good-looking, and the special effects are top-notch, especially the scenes of the planetary engine starting up and escaping Jupiter, which are absolutely breathtaking. The production budget is clearly well-funded."

"Truly worthy of being called the number one hardcore sci-fi masterpiece in the history of Chinese entertainment! This title is well-deserved!"

"Brothers, I have a feeling that from now on, Chinese science fiction films are about to stand up."

With Lu Liang's Weibo post, the Spring Festival film market in mainland China has officially kicked off this year.

Unlike the tiered release schedule of Wolf Warrior 2, The Wandering Earth was born with a silver spoon in its mouth.

It boasts the titles of Tianxing Investment, Liu Cixin's executive producer, and a $1.15 million domestic hard science fiction blockbuster.

On its opening day, "The Wandering Earth" outperformed popular IPs such as "The New King of Comedy" and "Crazy Alien," accounting for 37% of screenings nationwide and becoming the king of screenings during the Spring Festival season.

The film lived up to its reputation, running from noon until the early hours of the first day of the Lunar New Year.

In just twelve hours, it set a new single-day box office record of 4.82 million yuan, leaving others far behind and leading the Spring Festival film season.

Viewers who have seen it applauded and gave it the affectionate nickname "Little Broken Ball," suggesting it might transform from the king of screenings to the king of the Spring Festival season.

On the first day of the Lunar New Year, topics related to "The Wandering Earth" began to dominate various social media platforms.

Related terms about Hengtai Group's financial crisis have also quietly disappeared from the top of the trending search list.

"It's Chinese New Year, so it's good to talk about happy things. Why start the new year with bitterness and resentment?"

While playing mahjong at home, Lu Liang also received a New Year's greeting call from Yang Zhenyuan, who asked Douyin to help reduce the spread of negative news about Hengtai Group.

In the past, Lao Xu couldn't resist the temptation, but now he wants to be a good person and fulfill his responsibilities, so it's understandable that he helps out more.

"Change players, change players. Xiaoyu, you come down and fight. Let him do his own thing."

Lu Liang's phone kept ringing, either with New Year's greetings or work reports.

Lu Ya's displeasure was practically written all over her face as she exclaimed, "I hate people who can't even concentrate while playing mahjong."

"Then come down and fight with them."

Lu Liang couldn't help but chuckle. He took the little guy from Su Wanyu's arms, hoisted him onto his shoulder, grabbed his phone, and left the card room, heading towards the balcony.

"Mr. Xu, how are you?" He received another call from Xu Jiayin. Old Xu sighed and said, "Not so good. I'm starting to regret it."

Lu Liang chuckled: "Things have come to this point. If you can turn this mess around, I believe you will definitely have a place in the history of the country's economic development."

Since deciding to help Lao Xu maintain his dignity, he began to delve into the domestic real estate situation.

While Hengtai's problems are indeed the worst in the industry, it doesn't mean that companies like Country Garden and Vanke are completely problem-free.

Compared to Hengtai, their problems are relatively minor, but they are still very serious and cannot withstand any disturbance.

Last night, Lu Liang received an unexpected call. His boss, who was supposed to be wishing him a happy Spring Festival, took the time to call him, expressing his appreciation for Lu Liang's work over the past few years and also talking about Hengtai's situation.

Old Xu can be a bad example or a good example. The higher-ups know Lu Liang's intentions and hope that he can play a supervisory role over Old Xu.

At the end of the conversation, he solemnly left a message: "The country is fortunate to have you."

Lu Liangming knew it was just feel-good fluff, but he still decided to go ahead and do it anyway, intending to make Lao Xu a role model in the industry.

"Mr. Lu, you flatter me too much. I feel my energy is not what it used to be lately." Old Xu smiled bitterly, already thinking about running away.

Although he is currently under strict supervision, once it is revealed at the beginning of the year that Tianxing has decided to support Hengtai Group, and he gives some appropriate explanations, the supervision of him will definitely be relaxed appropriately.

At that point, he might have the opportunity to dump the mess on someone else and escape abroad.

Lu Liang understood the implication and his tone grew colder: "Chairman Xu, after enjoying so many years of privilege, it's time to pay the price for your past actions. And have you considered where you've placed Tianxing Financial with these actions?"

He wasn't sure if Lao Xu was testing him, trying to get more help, or if he genuinely intended to get rid of his burdens and run away.

But no matter what, Lu Liang would not allow such a thing to happen. He said coldly, "Chairman Xu, you should know that our country has always been particularly lenient towards enterprises and entrepreneurs, but it is not necessarily the case abroad."

Xu Jiayin's heart skipped a beat, and her tone suddenly became sharp: "President Lu, what do you mean by that?" "It means exactly what it says."

Lu Liang spoke calmly, too lazy to play riddles with Lao Xu.

He realized that he should use some tough measures to deal with these ungrateful people.

Lu Liang suddenly listed the assets registered under the names of Lao Xu, his parents, or his wife, children, and mistresses as if they were his own treasures.

This includes, but is not limited to, trust funds, stocks and bonds, yachts and mansions, and even physical gold vouchers.

Tianxing has expanded beyond Hong Kong, covering East Asia and becoming an international conglomerate with considerable influence even in Europe and America.

It can be said that as long as Lu Liang is willing to pay a small price, he can thoroughly investigate anyone's overseas assets.

As Lu Liang recounted his story, Xu Jiayin's heavy breathing gradually came from the other end of the phone. He remained silent for a long time before suddenly laughing and saying, "President Lu, I almost forgot to wish you a Happy New Year. Don't worry, even if it costs me my life, I will never let Hengtai down."

He almost forgot that Lu Liang's influence extends beyond China and even beyond East Asian countries; he is also a prominent figure in Europe and America.

Especially Deli Bank, which stands on Wall Street, has earned the notorious reputation of being a "gangster bank" since it withstood pressure from the IRS and even considered suing them.

Although it was probably a deliberate smear campaign, Harris, the special advisor that Lu Liang brought in from the prison, was said to be quite respected by the gang, since the IRS was investigating the source of funds for the gang's purchase of Tianxing ABS.

Old Xu suddenly realized that he might be able to die peacefully in China, but once he went abroad, Lu Liang would most likely expose him.

So even if it's hard work, the thought of the Xu family descendants being able to live with dignity makes the current hardship seem insignificant.

"I'm relieved that Mr. Xu thinks that way. I wish you a happy new year as well." Lu Liang smiled and hung up the phone.

He looked at Xu Jiayin's contact name on his phone, a mocking smile spreading across his face: "Damn it... shameless!"

He swallowed back all the profanities he was about to say, because his precious daughter in his arms was looking at him with her big, round eyes.

"We should be polite people and not swear, baby, don't you agree?"

Hearing Lu Liang's words, the little guy grinned, his tongue still licking his baby teeth, and made a clear, sweet little sound: "Yes~"

"Good boy." Lu Liang smiled indulgently, patted the little boy's head, and continued to answer the next New Year's greeting call.

From afternoon to evening, Lu Liang spent the rest of the day talking to people. The little guy nestled in his arms, neither crying nor fussing, until he could no longer stay awake, closed his eyes, and fell into a sweet sleep.

Just then, the card game in the card room ended.

With the newcomer buff, Su Wanyu, a novice at the poker table, won against three other players. She smiled sheepishly and walked out of the room with a pile of chips in her hands.

"You're that good?" Lu Liang was surprised. Every year during the Spring Festival, when he played mahjong, he was like a money-spending child, basically losing to three players from one group.

"My parents and sister all give in to me."

Su Wanyu smiled faintly, her attention quickly drawn to the little one in Lu Liang's arms. She couldn't help but ask curiously, "She stayed with you all afternoon, didn't she cry or fuss?"

"She's very well-behaved," Lu Liang said with a serious expression. "You've really raised her very well."

Although the little one can be naughty at times, he is mostly quiet, just like Su Wanyu.

It's truly remarkable that she, a new mother, and who doesn't usually use nannies, has managed to raise her child so well.

"It's alright." Su Wanyu's cheeks flushed like a young girl's, and she suddenly didn't know how to respond to Lu Liang's praise.

"Oh my, flirting in broad daylight, they really don't treat us like family." Lu Ya's teasing laughter came from behind.

Lu Liang squinted at his brother-in-law Luo Haitong, then suddenly grasped his hand and said with gratitude, "Brother-in-law, you've suffered all these years."

"It's alright, it's not that serious."

Luo Haitong smiled sheepishly. His introverted personality complemented Lu Ya's extroverted nature perfectly.

Lu Ya's eyes widened, and she suddenly raised her voice: "What do you mean by 'it's alright'? Lao Luo, what are you trying to say?"

"Let them argue, let's go cook."

The parents smiled and were not surprised at all.

After all, no couple is immune to arguments; they've been doing this for years.

Lu Liang chuckled, a triumphant smile on his face, and led Su Wanyu and the little one away from the crime scene.

(End of this chapter)