I'm just trying to ride the wave of popularity!

Chapter 145 A guy who thrives on chaos on the eve of the premiere!
As of December 25.

"Love Ferris Wheel" grossed 3200 million RMB.

300 million original DVDs sold...

For a film with an investment of only 400 million RMB, this is a surprisingly good figure.

On December 25th at noon, Tianyu Media officially received the box office revenue share from the film "Love Ferris Wheel".

However, Zhang Jingya and An Xiaoshi, who should have received at least 600 million yuan in box office revenue and 100 million yuan in DVD revenue as investors, only received about 100 million yuan in investment compensation.

An Xiaoshi had already anticipated this outcome, so she remained calm. Zhang Jingya, on the other hand, rushed into the office and demanded an explanation from Zheng Yichen.

But in the end, he gained nothing!

The other party only gave him two choices.

One option is to take the compensation, lose some money, shut up, and have the company forgive and forget about it. They will let her continue directing the next film, listen to the company, and gradually cultivate her into a talented female director of the sixth generation of directors.

Another option is to kick her out without paying a single penny. If she wants to sue, let her continue. Consider this one million yuan compensation as the litigation costs for [Tianyu], um, Zheng Yichen, and from this moment on, impose a complete industry-wide ban, leaving her utterly destroyed!
……

Bright lights.

A spacious office.

Brand new computer, desk, and chair.

And, large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Huaying International Cinema in the distance.

This is the new company, [Xuan Shi Entertainment].

Zhang Jingya sat silently in the chair, gazing absently at Zhou Yang, who was dressed in a suit and tie.

Six months ago, she never imagined that this swindler and liar, who had no morals, could rise to prominence so quickly!

She never imagined that trusting her senior, Zheng Yichen, and betting everything on Tianyu Media, she, who once dreamed of gradually entering the film industry by relying on Zheng Yichen, would experience countless lies and deceptions over six months, ultimately losing everything...

"If you want compensation, you have to sign a five-year contract with them..."

"For five years, they said they would provide me with all sorts of resources and support, but every year I had to make a film they specified, and the box office had to be no less than 3200 million. If I achieved that, I would receive a share of the film revenue and a director's fee. If I didn't achieve that and the investors lost money, I would have to compensate them for the losses, and I wouldn't receive any share of the profits..."

"If I don't sign the contract, I won't get a single penny of the compensation..."

"..."

Half a year.

As Zhang Jingya spent more and more time in this industry, she gradually realized just how dark the glamorous and dazzling entertainment circle really was!
She had seen the artist contracts from [Tianyu Media]. The contracts were extremely harsh, with requirements for profitability and popularity, and any departure was considered a breach of contract, with exorbitant penalties...

She had also seen contracts for new directors, the kind that suited her...

Five-year contract!
If you meet all the requirements within five years, your contract will be upgraded, and you will truly be considered to have entered the ranks of sixth-generation directors!

If you can't hold on, then the penalty for breach of contract is also shockingly high...

Even the most foolish person!

I also know that signing this contract is tantamount to selling myself into servitude!
Unless you are truly talented and have sufficient control and appeal over the market, you can't guarantee success with every film you make.

if not……

Zhou Yang wasn't shocked when he heard this; instead, he calmly nodded: "Actually, I knew you would be in this predicament..."

"Zhou Yang, I... you said you have a way, right?"

"There is a way." Zhou Yang nodded with a smile.

“Then…” Zhang Jingya trembled slightly, then lowered her head to look at Zhou Yang: “President Zhou, some of the money I invested was borrowed, and some was high-interest loans. I… need that money… at least, I want to get my investment back…”

“Ms. Zhang…” Zhou Yang’s smile grew wider and wider: “Ms. Zhang, don’t worry, Director An’s friends are my friends. Even if they don’t give you money, I will still help you through this difficult time… If you need it now, I’ll give you two million without hesitation…”

"Then... thank you, President Zhou, I, I, I..." Zhang Jingya's eyes reddened, and she was extremely excited and grateful.

When An Xiaoshi saw Zhou Yang's smiling expression and heard him say those words, she felt a chill creep into her heart for some reason.

She didn't know where the chill came from; all she knew was that Zhou Yang, a guy with madness hidden in his bones, wouldn't give money away for no reason.

"Haha, no need to thank me yet... Miss Zhang, first I need to confirm one thing: are you really determined to take down [Tianyu]?"

"I have!"

How determined are they?

"I..." Zhang Jingya was stunned when she saw the smile on Zhou Yang's face!
Suddenly I felt a chill.

“I want to see your resolve!” Zhou Yang stood up. “Actually, I also need a pledge of loyalty… and I’ve already prepared it. As long as you agree, I can give you 200 million RMB anytime, anywhere…”

In the spacious office.

Zhang Jingya saw a document handed to her by Zhou Yang.

After receiving the document.

Zhang Jingya was stunned!

"This is……"

"These are some extra expenses and bills from the filming of 'Love Ferris Wheel,' which Director An gave me before. I've kept them. Please check if there are any problems with these receipts..."

Open the file!

Zhang Jingya saw a series of data.

Her eyes widened immediately!

Then she saw Zhou Yang silently take out his phone and put it on the table.

The phone's contacts list reads "[1819 Program]", along with a string of other phone numbers such as "[Legal Online]" and "[CCTV Legal]".

"This is……"

“We’ve approved the ‘Love Ferris Wheel’ production team. Actually, aside from the so-called actor costs, the total investment is only around 50 yuan, which is enough to make the film… They’ve made a lot of money in various ways, including a lot of kickbacks, and these things haven’t been reported for tax purposes…” Every word Zhou Yang said was like a needle, piercing Zhang Jingya’s heart.

Zhang Jingya stared blankly at Zhou Yang, watching his increasingly radiant smile. A vague feeling crept over her; she sensed a devil whispering within her. "Ms. Zhang... I hope you can make a move. Call them..."

"..."

"Don't worry, even if the entire entertainment industry blacklists you, my [Movie House] will stand up for you..."

"..."

"Think about it, in this dirty, dark, chaotic, cannibalistic entertainment industry, you are not the first, nor will you be the last to be cheated and deceived! We are standing up now, we are speaking out now, not just for ourselves, but for many more people..." Zhou Yang lowered his head slightly.

In a huge office.

Zhou Yang's voice was so seductive that Zhang Jingya looked up in a daze.

Seeing Zhou Yang so close, he gently patted her shoulder: "Ms. Zhang, they can't withstand your real-name report. You start it up and get the buzz going. After that, you don't have to do anything. I'll help you!"

“【Tianyu】is about to go public, and I, I did this, I…” Zhang Jingya lowered her head.

"It's good that they're going public. Not only is Tianyu Media going public, I remember Huasheng Brothers is going public too. These two companies are mortal enemies. When they were blacklisting me, they colluded because of their interests. But, as long as you stand up, you don't need to report Tianyu Media. You just need to report the movie 'Love Ferris Wheel,' report Zheng Yichen, report Chen Liang, report those who have deceived you and cheated you..."

Zhou Yang's soft voice echoed in the office.

Night falls.

The earth gradually fell into darkness.
Zhou Yang walked to the window and silently looked down at the brilliant lights of the night below!
I don't know if it's because winter is here, or if it's because the windows are open.

An Xiaoshi, who was standing next to her, felt increasingly cold and instinctively wrapped her coat tighter around herself.

His gaze, however, was fixed on Zhou Yang.

Under the lights, Zhou Yang shone brightly, radiating brilliance.

But on the other side, the areas not illuminated were shrouded in darkness, making faces impossible to discern...

Zhang Jingya lowered her head, her mind filled with countless thoughts, recalling scenes from the past.

I don't know how much time passed...

She looked up.

Gritting his teeth, he said, "Fine! I'll sign this pledge of allegiance!"

"Yeah, we need to teach those people a lesson... By the way, when you report them, could you also help us spread the word..."

"what?"

When Zhang Jingya heard this, she was stunned!
When she looked at Zhou Yang again, she felt like she was looking at an incomprehensible madman!

Zhou Yang, meanwhile, smiled and took out his phone, dialing one call after another.

"You've paid your taxes, haven't you?"

"Let me see the tax revenue details!"

"You must submit everything. If you haven't submitted it yet, go and submit it now!"

"Correct!"

"Also, show me the tax details..."

"..."

About half an hour later.

After confirming something, Zhou Yang finally nodded.

then……

He smiled again, with an expression like a devil, looking at Zhang Jingya.

..............................

12 Month 26 Day!
【Tianyu】

Zheng Yichen was woken up by a phone call while he was sleeping.

I was a little confused at first!
But then his expression changed drastically!

He then rushed to the company, only to find a large group of reporters at the company entrance!
These reporters were very excited!
It seems they're talking about something related to finance...

His head was buzzing, and then he looked at Zhang Jingya not far away!
"I am filing a formal complaint against 'Love Ferris Wheel' for tax evasion!"

"..."

"I'll report it!"

"【Xuan Shi Entertainment】Company evaded taxes, and the movie they produced, 'Love Rollercoaster,' also evaded taxes!"

"..."

Under the sunlight!
Zheng Yichen's pupils were bloodshot!

Zhang Jingya stared intently at the group of reporters, her anger palpable!
"We at [Xuanshi Entertainment] do not have this information; it's verifiable through tax authorities! Here are our tax documents!"

"Our film 'Love Rollercoaster' did not evade taxes either. Our films never evade taxes!"

"..."

In the crowd...

He heard that familiar, nauseating, and slightly grating sound again.

In the crowd…

That bastard who thrives on chaos...

Here it comes again, fucking!

(End of this chapter)