I really don't want to be the top streamer anymore

Both the kiwi and the penguin clearly realized that something was wrong.

But for them, the current situation is somewhat awkward.

There is currently no further information available regarding Feng Ge's new drama.

If it is confirmed that it will be broadcast during this year's summer season.

That would be around next month at the latest.

The summer movie season is obviously a very important period for all major platforms.

The plan for broadcasting a new drama on their own platform is also quite meticulous.

Furthermore, most of the dramas that are scheduled to air during the summer season are definitely the kind of dramas that the platform values ​​highly.

……

Therefore, compared to other dramas, Feng Ge's new drama will pose a significant threat.

Should we then abandon the summer movie season and choose to temporarily avoid the competition?

To minimize the so-called loss.

However, if they choose to retreat before even starting a new drama like Feng Ge's, which hasn't even been officially scheduled for release yet, then that would be far too shameful.

But Xu Kong's previous record is still there.

Nowadays, penguins and kiwis are no longer the stubborn creatures they once were.

If it really was Xu Kong personally orchestrating this, and the investment was indeed huge, it might even be a series with many parts.

The threat is indeed far too great.

……

For many in the industry, the current domestic TV drama market is actually...

With Xu Kong's blessing, Feng Ge became a nightmare that his peers feared greatly.

The first thing we don't consider is a direct confrontation.

Rather, it's about how to avoid it gracefully.

This isn't the first time this kind of situation has happened.

Previous titles include "The Beginning," "The Hidden Corner," and a sequel, "The Squid Game."

Some people just don't believe in superstitions, and of course, they get a solid slap in the face.

So now, unsurprisingly, news that Feng Ge's new drama will be broadcast during the summer season has begun to slowly spread.

It is no longer limited to the top management of the two major platforms, iQiyi and Tencent.

Instead, many film and television companies have also begun to learn of this news.

Some smaller companies, almost without hesitation, began negotiating with the platforms to postpone the broadcast of dramas originally scheduled for the summer season.

It's just the summer movie season, isn't it?
While the traffic is large, it's also important to consider what kind of first competitor you'll face.

Compared to going head-to-head with Feng Ge's new drama, they would rather postpone its broadcast until the end of the year.

At least it can steadily reduce the risk.

……

Of course, there are also some who have complete confidence in their work.

They still insist on airing it during the summer season.

In this situation, the platform's attitude becomes crucial.

After all, as the producers, they actually receive the copyright fees.

While there is still the freedom to offer ideas and suggestions, the final broadcast time will definitely be determined by the platform.

This is the helpless situation most small companies sometimes face.

The platform has the greatest authority.

Furthermore, if they want the platform to continue buying the rights to their new dramas, they certainly can't directly clash with the other side.

……

However, apart from these small and medium-sized film and television companies, there are also industry leaders like Huayuan Film and Television.

At this point, he was caught in a dilemma and struggle.

"If the news is accurate, we really need to think about this carefully now."

"Is it going to compete with Feng Ge for a market share during this summer season?"

Li Wanshu, the vice president of Huayuan Film and Television, expressed his views in front of a group of senior executives.

The people below were also discussing it animatedly.

Some agree.

"I don't think we need to be afraid. Otherwise, wouldn't we have to make way for Feng Ge every time a new drama airs?"

"It's laughable if this gets out. In terms of size, scale, and influence, how is Huayuan Film and Television inferior to Feng Ge?"

The pro-war faction member who spoke up looked unconvinced.

In summary, everything he said was quite classic:

"Should I avoid his confrontation?"

Of course, if there are those who advocate war, there are also those who advocate surrender.

"I think we don't need to!"

"Although the summer season is popular, as long as our drama is of high quality, there is absolutely no need for us to fight to the death with Feng Ge's side."

"Moreover, according to my information, Feng Ge's new drama is planned to be a series with several parts."

"The investment for just one film is estimated to be no less than 300 million. There's no need for that."

……

The two sides were arguing fiercely.

Of course, besides these two types of people, there is still a group of people in the senior management of Huayuan Film and Television who try to smooth things over.

The main character portrayed is a good-natured peacemaker.

In summary, it all boils down to "It's not easy being a garlic bird, it's not easy for anyone..."

Those who advocate for the war film should release it during the summer season, and they think that makes sense.

The chief minister indicated that a postponement was possible, which they found perfectly acceptable.

……

Looking at the chaotic meeting room, Li Wanshu felt a headache coming on.

It must be said that Feng Ge posed a significant threat to Huayuan back then.

But at least it shouldn't have caused people to be so afraid or hesitant as it is now.

Since Xu Kong took over, he originally thought that Feng Ge would be completely defeated after Zhu Changyun stole Feng Ge's territory.

But suddenly, it became even more difficult to handle.

Who can you tell me about this?

He had previously expressed his gratitude to Zhu Changyun for helping Huayuan Film and Television eliminate one of their biggest rivals.

But now, I wish I could point my finger at that General Manager Zhu and give him a piece of my mind.

Why are you thinking about starting your own business?

If Zhu Changyun can continue to stay in Fengge, then Fengge will probably still be in a state of internal strife.

At least Xu Kong no longer has much of a chance to directly gain control of the entire Fengge.

Now that Zhu Changyun has left in front of those people, it's as if he has completely cleared away all obstacles for Xu Kong.

This made Xu Kong's subsequent plans, including the initiation and execution of various film and television projects, proceed so smoothly.

Now it has become an even bigger problem.

……

"Alright, stop arguing."

"Our main task now is to confirm the dramas that were originally planned for the summer season."

"Will it be broadcast in its entirety, postponed in part, or postponed entirely?"

"Regarding this, let's discuss it with the creative team first and see what their opinions are."

"Furthermore, if it really is going to air during the summer season, we need to have a detailed plan for how to handle Feng Ge's new drama, including publicity and post-airing operations."

Li Wanshu then explained his approach to the situation.

There was no other better option.

His preference is for some dramas to be broadcast while others are postponed.

After all, broadcasting everything wouldn't be good either; if we really lost, the losses would be huge.

Not airing any of them is also not an option, as that would be a significant blow to Huayuan Film & Television's reputation and the morale of the company.

Li Wanshu felt somewhat irritated.

Feng Ge always does this; there's absolutely no news about her new dramas until suddenly there's a rumor that they're going to air.

This caught many of their peers off guard.

……

Huayuan is doing alright; at least they have the upper hand.

If we can avoid it, we will.

On the other hand, at Changyun Film and Television, most people, including the boss Zhu Changyun, were completely pessimistic.

They felt that Feng Ge's group was specifically targeting their new drama.

It was originally planned to air during the summer season, but Feng Ge's new drama hasn't been scheduled yet. Aren't we just waiting for them to make an official announcement first?

Then, during the same period, he was again pinned to the ground and beaten by the opponent.

There's really no escaping this.

Can't even beat him.

The company is now completely immersed in Feng Ge's shadow.

Even some of the information Zhu Changyun received is now being used by many people who are complaining that they shouldn't have come to Changyun Film and Television in the first place.

If they had stayed in Fengge, they would have seen those directors who had little fame or status back then, now clinging to Xu Kong's coattails, have completely taken off.

Even many so-called new actors have achieved great success.

On the contrary, these elderly people are still living off their savings.

Zhu Changyun made a promise to many of them back then, but he has yet to fulfill it.

When Changyun Film & Television was first established, it certainly had a lot of resources.

But now, it has gradually begun to decrease.

In particular, for some external collaborations, we chose Changyun Film & Television because we were more optimistic about them at the time.

But a subsequent development in Feng Ge's life quickly led to their betrayal.

Changyun Film & Television may still appear to be among the top-tier film and television companies in China, but in reality, due to Feng Ge's targeting, it is probably the one that is having the hardest time.

All the previous losses and expenses were real.

Most people in the company are pessimistic about their future development.

If possible, many people have already started looking for new jobs.

The key point is that the contract was signed when Changyun Film and Television was established, and only a little over a year has passed. There's no way they can escape it!

……

"President Zhu, the board meeting is about to begin."

Lu Hanwen spoke up to remind him.

Zhu Changyun couldn't resist doing another desktop cleanup.

Lu Hanwen was already used to this.

This is quite different from the strategic planning Zhu Changyun displayed back in Fengge.

Since starting his own company, Zhu Changyun has gotten angry far more times than he did during all his years at Fengge.

Clearly, this board meeting was attended by other shareholders of Changyun Film & Television who were dissatisfied with the company's current development.

Zhu Changyun couldn't possibly have established such a large operation on his own.

Everything requires so-called financial support.

Previously, many people, upon hearing Zhu Changyun's idea, even lined up to give him money.

Moreover, they could only join the game if Zhu Changyun was satisfied with their offer.

But now, these shareholders who have invested a lot of money are beginning to realize that something is wrong.

Over the course of nearly two years, Changyun Film & Television has suffered substantial losses.

Although it's a new company, the initial investment must have been quite high. But given the current situation of Changyun Film and Television, anyone with even a slight understanding of the film and television industry would know exactly what's going on.

Everyone was thinking about Changyun Film and Television, which was initially considered a high-quality project.

Will it become a bottomless pit?

For the company as a whole, the monthly operating costs alone are a considerable expense.

In addition, individual investments in various film and television projects also involve huge expenses.

Therefore, many shareholders no longer have the same trust in Zhu Changyun as they did in the past.

For Zhu Changyun, this board meeting was indeed a major crisis.

If we cannot successfully negotiate and persuade these shareholders who have invested money.

Therefore, the promised continued investment may not materialize.

It might be a film and television project with a larger investment. If it loses money, it could lead to the downfall of the entire company.

……

"Mr. Zhu, if anything comes up, please feel free to call me."

Logically speaking, Lu Hanwen should also be considered one of the company's shareholders.

However, he didn't own many shares and wasn't particularly interested in participating, so he simply chose to wait outside the shareholders' meeting.

"Don't worry, nothing will happen."

"Our Changyun Film & Television aims to become the number one film and television company in China."

Zhu Changyun spoke first.

It's unclear whether this was to comfort Lu Hanwen or to comfort herself.

However, at this moment, Lu Hanwen did indeed feel a sense of shared sorrow, like a rabbit mourning the death of a fox.

He could never completely let go of his feelings for Zhu Changyun. After all, the two of them were once considered the closest of confidants to each other.

At least that's what Lu Hanwen thought at the time.

It is true that Changyun Film and Television is now on a downward trend.

However, if he could, Lu Hanwen would certainly not want to see the entire Changyun Film and Television Company completely decline.

……

"I see."

Lu Hanwen answered.

Then he watched as Zhu Changyun went inside alone.

This so-called shareholders' meeting lasted for almost the entire morning.

Around noon, Zhu Changyun had lunch with several shareholder representatives.

After everyone had left, he finally slumped into his office chair.

"President Zhu?"

Lu Hanwen walked in and couldn't help but call out.

"what happened?"

Zhu Changyun belatedly agreed.

"how's it going?"

Lu Hanwen asked.

Zhu Changyun sighed.

Then he answered:

"already solved."

Lu Hanwen was somewhat surprised; he hadn't expected that Zhu Changyun would actually be able to resolve the matter.

……

"I gave up a portion of my shares, and these companies will likely continue to inject capital into us in the future."

Upon hearing Zhu Changyun's words, Lu Hanwen understood.

Sure enough, Changyun Film and Television has developed to this point since its establishment; it's impossible for them to persuade people back without putting in any effort.

Clearly, while those so-called investment companies did not decide to withdraw their investment, Changyun Film and Television's performance over the past year or so provided them with a very good excuse.

He then began to obtain what he wanted from Zhu Changyun.

As the chairman, Zhu Changyun did indeed hold the largest share of the company.

But this time, it's unclear exactly how much was given away.

However, at least they can still maintain basic control and say in the company.

Otherwise, Zhu Changyun would definitely not have agreed.

...(End of chapter)