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Chapter 1444 Xiao Qianxi’s Stubbornness
Soon "Squid Game" entered the distribution stage, but this part of the matter was mainly handled by China Film Group, and even if Suning and "Firefly" had any opinions, they had to keep them to themselves.

However, China Film Corporation was somewhat disdainful of the anti-theft program proposed by Suning, because in their perception, such technology was impossible. Even the "rats" in Hong Kong who wanted to retaliate against Firefly Pictures through piracy did not take it seriously.

However, under the strong insistence of Suning and Firefly Pictures, China Film Group still asked all cinemas and distributors to sign a disclaimer with Firefly. The entire entertainment industry was secretly cursing Suning and Firefly as lunatics.

The first day of the Spring Festival was dominated by "Squid Game", with the first day box office reaching a terrifying 1726 million, which crushed all the films that rose during the same period.

Even "Hero" which premiered on December 12 this year was overshadowed. Everyone knows that the movie "Squid Game" was a hit, and the overseas box office is said to be even more terrifying than the box office in mainland China.

Those powerful pirates made peace with the cinemas and frantically wanted to burn copies of "Squidward Tensor". However, cinemas across the country were experiencing explosions, but they did not dare to speak out and chose to silently bear this serious loss.

Although the pirates who suffered heavy losses continued to conceal the news, Mr. Han from China Film Group was the first to know the news. "Mr. Su, so the anti-theft program of your Firefly Film Company is real?"

Su Ning looked at Mr. Han disapprovingly and explained, "Mr. Han, you don't think I'm lying again, do you? Firefly Technology has invested a huge amount of manpower, material resources, and financial resources in developing this technology, so each film copy is relatively expensive."

"I see! According to feedback, those cinemas that tried to pirate copies of the films suffered heavy losses, especially the pirates and cinemas in Hong Kong Island."

"Haha, Mr. Han, this is what they call not listening to the advice of the elderly and suffering the consequences! Those ignorant children in Hong Kong Island should be taught a lesson."

At this moment, President Han was also irritated by those ignorant Hong Kong people. "Yeah, that's true! Will Firefly Pictures still provide them with new copies?"

"Of course! But we need to increase the price. Just say that the first batch of copies are subsidized by the government, and all subsequent batches of copies must be double-checked. All copies with anti-theft programs installed must come from Firefly Pictures." Suning would not do something like not making money.

"Good! These guys from Hong Kong Island really do need to be taught a lesson."

After some minor episodes, "Squid Game" continued to dominate the film market, and the box office soared to 2012 million on the second day, and then fluctuated around 2000 million in the next few days.

In the end, China Film Group had to postpone the film for an additional screening, and by the time it was finally released, it had grossed a terrifying 11 billion yuan. As for "Hero," it had completely become a supporting role and a clown.

The anti-theft program created by Firefly Pictures is also very popular in the film and television circles. It can be said that it has directly dug up the roots of the piracy industry. The copying alone has made Firefly Pictures earn a lot of money.

But no matter how much resentment these people have, they are powerless to do anything. After all, this is the general trend of the new era and technological change.

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In the blink of an eye, it was March 2003. A very serious influenza virus was spreading in Guangzhou. Isatis root was out of stock, and the city, as an epidemic area, was in a panic.

Wang Ying was the first to put on a mask for protection as if facing a great enemy. However, Xie Qiao and Xu Lin did not take it seriously and only calmed down when the epidemic became more and more serious.

Suning also announced that the "Firefly" group will be temporarily on holiday, and every employee must work from home. The company also provided employees with a large number of masks and isatis root, and asked employees to return home and find their mothers and not go out.

At this time, Yang Cheng sent a large bag of masks to Dormitory 213, wanting to remind Dormitory 213 to be careful about the epidemic, mainly to ease the bad relationship with his childhood friend Wang Ying.

After arriving, they found that dormitory 213 was well-equipped with various supplies, and Wang Ying had already been taken out of the school by Suning.

Yang Cheng immediately realized that he was a clown. The SARS virus spread quickly and many schools were closed. Even Xie Qiao was persuaded by Qin Chuan to go home and stay indoors.

Xu Lin in dormitory 213 was so scared that she wanted to go back to her hometown to avoid the epidemic. Xiao Qianxi advised her not to think too much, saying that Sijiu City is now an epidemic area and reminded her not to bring the virus back. Xu Lin had to give up.

The ambulance came roaring and took away the students who were suspected of having SARS. The students were all terrified and worried all day long.

As usual, the dormitory manager came to collect the body temperature of each dormitory student twice a day. Xiao Qianxi found out that she had a fever early in the morning. She was so scared that she quickly hid and measured the temperature over and over again. The temperature remained high. She was very scared and had to call He Youzhou. However, He Youzhou found that he could do nothing but comfort Xiao Qianxi.

Qin Chuan often went to the Xie family to see Xie Qiao, and asked her about her well-being through the gate of the Xie family. You know, a dog would feel uncomfortable if he didn't lick her every day.

At this moment, Xie Qiao, who was standing just across the door, asked in surprise, "Qin Chuan, is your Firefly Pictures really on holiday?"

"Yes! To be precise, all employees of the Firefly Group have been given a holiday, but they still have to work from home." Qin Chuan is now full of admiration for Suning.

"Suning is so awesome." Xie Qiao also praised sincerely.

"Not only that! Suning also built many medical equipment factories and pharmaceutical factories in advance, producing large quantities of medical masks and traditional Chinese medicines such as Isatis root. I heard that Suning made a fortune this time."

"Amazing! How did he predict the SARS epidemic?"

"I don't know! Maybe this is the ability of people to make a fortune."

"Well, Qin Chuan, it's good that you can work with Su Ning."

At this time, Suning was naturally staying with Wang Ying in the courtyard house in the west of the city. The pain of missing each other due to the long separation in the past period of time was also alleviated. Suning's endless new tricks always made Wang Ying exclaim.

Seeing that Suning was so intimate and considerate to her, Wang Ying let go of her resentment towards Suning for being too affectionate, and she had completely decided on Suning as a man in her heart.

Lying in Suning's arms, Wang Ying suddenly talked about the situation of her father and second uncle. "Suning, my father and second uncle's condition is getting worse and worse. If it weren't for the sudden outbreak of SARS, my second uncle might have been arrested by the relevant departments."

"Then you should be mentally prepared. Your Wang family may not be as glorious as before." At this time, Su Ning guessed that the tragedy of the Wang family might be coming earlier than expected, but people like Wang Ying's second uncle deserve to be shot a hundred times.

"Ah! Sometimes I really feel useless. I know it's going to happen but I can't do anything about it."

"Even gods can't do anything about this."

"Hey……"

The number of SARS cases in Sijiu City is increasing day by day. Qin Qian is worried about her family and wants to go back to Sijiu City immediately. Tan Hui agrees to go back with her.

Qin Qian's mother, however, sent a message to her to let her know that Qin Chuan had brought back a large number of medical supplies, such as masks and isatis root, and that she would not allow her to return to the city. Qin Qian was relieved to know that her family was safe. Of course, Qin Qian knew that this was all thanks to her ex-boyfriend, Su Ning, and she also knew that Qin Chuan had a promising future working for him, so she temporarily put aside her worries about her brother.

On July 2003, 7, the global SARS epidemic was brought under control and schools resumed normal study and life.

Recently, Xie Qiao often dreams that she goes to find Qin Chuan, and Qin Chuan can't help but want to kiss her, and Xie Qiao is awakened by the dream.

Sure enough, Xie Qiao also developed different feelings for Qin Chuan. Although Xie Qiao tried her best to resist, she still thought of Qin Chuan every moment.

Qin Chuan found that Xie Qiao always avoided him after the epidemic. He was puzzled and had to ask Wang Ying for help. Wang Ying analyzed Xie Qiao's mentality.

At this moment, Qin Chuan looked at Wang Ying in front of him with surprise and asked, "Wang Ying, do you think Xie Qiao has fallen in love with me?"

"Yes! Or maybe Xie Qiao has always had you in her heart, but she just hasn't realized it." In fact, Wang Ying had already noticed Xie Qiao's little thoughts about Qin Chuan.

"Hehe, I don't know whether I should be happy or depressed now."

"Qin Chuan, work hard! We are all very optimistic about you."

"Hehe, thank you! I will definitely chase Xie Qiao."

After the SARS epidemic subsided, the "Firefly" Group resumed its daily operations. At this time, "Firefly" had become the industry leader.

However, He Youzhou recommended Xiao Qianxi to participate in the "Happy Girls" talent show held by the TV station. At the same time, Xiao Qianxi also wanted to use this opportunity to make herself more famous so that she could successfully escape the "confinement" of the "Starry Star" agency.

Sure enough, Xiao Qianxi passed the preliminary test with her gentle and charming appearance and excellent singing skills. In addition, Xiao Qianxi had gained some fame in the past two years under the packaging of "Starry Night", so she passed the test and entered the top 20 in the country without any problems.

Then the organizing committee arranged for the qualified contestants to train together. Xiao Qianxi and contestant Lin Jingyan were assigned to the same room. Lin Jingyan saw that Xiao Qianxi was actually an artist from "Starry Night" and suspected that Xiao Qianxi had advanced by relying on connections, so she mocked her.

The weird Xiao Qianxi didn't dare to argue with Lin Jingyan. Instead, she became more determined to leave "Starry Night" because she believed that it was "Starry Night" that buried her original abilities and talents, and that it was "Starry Night" that caused her to be discriminated against and ridiculed by others.

Soon the reporter learned that Xiao Qianxi was actually a top student at Peking University and immediately excitedly conducted an exclusive interview with her. Lin Jingyan deliberately tried to get close to Xiao Qianxi in front of the reporter and even gave her the name "Salty Joy". Xiao Qianxi was disgusted by her actions but said nothing.

However, most of these reporters had been bribed by "Starlight" in advance, so they naturally turned around and cut off all of Lin Jingyan's shots, which doomed Lin Jingyan's plans and calculations to fail.

Soon it was the day for Xiao Qianxi to participate in the finals. Xie Qiao, Qin Chuan and Xu Lin went to the scene together to cheer for her. Of course, Wang Ying didn't know about Xiao Qianxi's betrayal mentality, and still let "Starlight Brilliant" continue to pour precious resources into Xiao Qianxi.

Xiao Qianxi went on stage to sing with full confidence. Her melodious and soulful voice deeply moved the audience and judges. The audience also stood up and applauded and cheered for her.

At this moment, a program staff member suddenly walked up to Yao Xingtong and whispered, "Boss Yao, that contestant named Lin Jingyan is trying to cause trouble."

"Oh?" Yao Xingtong, who has grown into a strong woman, showed a surprised expression.

The staff member then explained in a low voice, "Not only did Lin Jingyan try to force a partnership with Xiao Qianxi, she even traveled all the way to Xiao Qianxi's hometown in Sichuan to interview his parents. Lin Jingyan called on the villagers to cheer for Xiao Qianxi."

Yao Xingtong immediately noticed Lin Jingyan's sinister intentions, "Humph! Lin Jingyan is deliberately using Xiao Qianxi to hype herself up and establish a good persona."

"Mr. Yao, what should we do next?"

"It's obvious that someone on the production team is collaborating with this Lin Jingyan. Only Xiao Qianxi and us, the Brilliant Stars, are unaware of this. If that's the case, let's just let this Lin Jingyan have a little accident."

"Okay! I'll go down and arrange it right away."

Just as the staff member went down to work, Wang Ying looked at Yao Xingtong puzzledly, "Boss Yao, is there something wrong?"

"It's okay! It's just a few minor incidents. I can handle it."

"Boss Yao, thank you for your hard work. You are indeed Boss Su's right-hand man."

"Huh? Mr. Wang, you're welcome! This is what I should do."

Sure enough, before Lin Jingyan went on stage, someone pushed her and she fell hard, sprained her foot and was unable to go on stage.

The sudden incident naturally shocked the program team, and they had to come up with an emergency plan. The final result was that Xiao Qianxi won the championship.

Xiao Qianxi, who won the championship, hugged He Youzhou in surprise to celebrate. This scene happened to be captured by reporters. Fortunately, Yao Xingtong had already sent someone to keep an eye on the situation around and immediately spent money to buy all the film in the reporter's mobile phone.

However, Xiao Qianxi was still there foolishly celebrating with He Youzhou, thinking that she had truly won the victory with her own strength, and she simply failed to see the efforts and precious resources that "Starlight Brilliant" had made for her.

The staff was completely speechless about Xiao Qianxi. "Boss Yao, this Xiao Qianxi is really prone to causing trouble. Luckily, we have someone keeping an eye on her. Otherwise, if their photos appeared in tomorrow's newspaper, her career might be over."

"Hey! She's the boss lady's classmate after all! If I were to follow my temper, I would definitely ban her." In fact, Yao Xingtong himself also felt very helpless.

"Boss Yao, Xiao Qianxi and He Youzhou are not honest at all. They are secretly in contact with Chen Tianhe of Tianhe Entertainment. It is obvious that they are considering changing jobs."

"Please organize the details. I will go to President Su to report this matter in person. President Su will decide how to punish Xiao Qianxi."

"it is good."

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(End of this chapter)