Huayu: Starting from joining the mainstream entertainment industry in 96

Chapter 419, Section 417: Career Woman
In May, the capital city already had a hint of summer heat.

But the moment he arrived at Yalong Bay in Qiongzhou, the moist and warm sea breeze, carrying the fresh scent of tropical plants, rushed towards him, instantly soothing the last trace of fatigue and tension that Wang Sheng had brought from Beijing.

Gao Yuanyuan was placed in an extremely private seaside villa hotel in Yalong Bay.

The area boasts tight security, a tranquil environment, and a secluded courtyard design that ensures absolute privacy.

The azure swimming pool blends seamlessly with the pristine white sand beach and emerald-green sea in the distance, offering a breathtaking and exhilarating view.

Wang Sheng drove his car directly into the villa's courtyard. As soon as he got out of the car, he saw Gao Yuanyuan sitting under a parasol by the pool.

She wore a loose and comfortable maternity dress, her belly protruding high. Her originally pure and pretty face now had a touch of maternal softness and plumpness, and her skin looked exceptionally fair and delicate under the sun and sea breeze.

Upon seeing Wang Sheng, her eyes lit up instantly, and her face radiated undisguised joy. She instinctively reached out to get up.

"Don't move." Wang Sheng took a few quick steps forward, gently pressed his hand on her shoulder, and sat down on the wicker chair next to her. "How do you feel?"

“Great, the doctor said the baby is very healthy.” Gao Yuanyuan’s voice was filled with a sense of dependence and satisfaction, and her hand unconsciously touched her round belly. “It’s just that sometimes I feel tired and my feet are a little swollen.”

Wang Sheng's gaze lingered on her face and abdomen for a moment, then he nodded: "Thank you for your hard work."

His tone was calm, carrying a routine concern, but it was enough to warm Gao Yuanyuan's heart.

The accompanying medical staff and assistants tactfully moved to a slightly more distant spot, leaving the two of them in this private space.

A gentle sea breeze rustled the tassels of the parasol, carrying with it the rhythmic lapping of distant waves.

"Brother Sheng, how many days can you stay this time?" Gao Yuanyuan turned her head and asked expectantly.

"Two or three days." Wang Sheng took a sip of the chilled coconut water handed to him by the maid. "I'm going to the United States at the end of the month for an official delegation event."

"Oh..." A fleeting hint of disappointment crossed Gao Yuanyuan's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by excitement. "Perfect timing! There's something I've wanted to show you for a long time!"

As she spoke, she gestured to the nanny next to her to fetch a folder from inside the house and presented it to Wang Sheng like a treasure.

"What is this?" Wang Sheng asked casually as he took it.

“A business plan!” Gao Yuanyuan straightened her back slightly, a hint of pride on her face, mixed with nervousness. “You promised me before that after I gave birth, you would give me ten million so I could do something on my own.”

Wang Sheng remembered; there really was such a thing.

After Gao Yuanyuan confirmed her pregnancy, she was emotionally unstable and filled with fear about the future.

To appease her and to provide the mother of the unborn child with a secure future, he did indeed make that promise.

It seems that Gao Yuanyuan has taken these words to heart and has already put them into action.

He opened the folder, and the title was prominently displayed as "Business Plan for Star Era Artist Management Co., Ltd."

"Artist management?" Wang Sheng raised an eyebrow and continued reading.

Gao Yuanyuan explained from the side, "I know that after the baby is born, given my condition, it will definitely not be appropriate for me to continue filming and doing promotions in front of the camera like before."

Fans, media... there's just too much trouble.

Moreover, I also want to accumulate more wealth for ourselves and our children's future.

Her voice was soft, yet it conveyed a clear plan and determination.

"I've been following you, Brother Sheng, for so many years, and I've learned a thing or two. Shengying Group produces so many shows every year—TV series, movies, variety shows…—that they need a lot of actors."

Instead of always looking outside or letting other artists benefit, I'd rather do it myself.

The proposal was much more detailed than Wang Sheng had expected.

Gao Yuanyuan clearly put a lot of thought into it. She not only analyzed the current situation and potential of the domestic artist management market, but more importantly, she accurately identified the company's core competitiveness—backed by the content giant Shengying Media.

The proposal clearly states that in its initial stage, "Star Era" will mainly rely on the film and television resources provided by Shengying Group to sign and cultivate promising newcomers.

Through Sheng Ying's projects, artists can gain exposure and hone their skills, rapidly enhancing their value.

The initial goal is to proceed steadily and cultivate two or three "cash cows" that can steadily contribute to revenue.

Going forward, we can also expand into derivative businesses such as advertising endorsements, commercial activities, and fan merchandise based on established artists.

In the financial forecast section, Gao Yuanyuan appeared very conservative and pragmatic. She wrote that she didn't dare to hope for businesses like Wang Sheng's that could easily generate hundreds of millions in revenue; she would be content as long as the company could steadily generate tens of millions in net profit each year.

Wang Sheng quickly browsed through the document, nodding slightly in his mind.

Gao Yuanyuan's choice was very smart and also suited her actual situation.

As an actress herself, she has a deep understanding of the industry and the psychology of artists.

As one of the "Three Beauties of Shengying" and Wang Sheng's woman, she has an inherent advantage in obtaining resources within the Shengying system, and other departments will give her face to some extent.

This can greatly reduce the operational difficulties and risks in the early stages of a company's development.

Moreover, focusing on artist management, with a light asset operation, makes the risks controllable.

If done well, it can indeed be a business that generates a stable cash flow.

A profit target of tens of millions a year is not out of reach for a brokerage company backed by Shengying.

"It's a good idea."

Wang Sheng closed the proposal, looked at Gao Yuanyuan, and gave her a positive evaluation: "The positioning is very clear, and you know how to leverage your own strengths. The feasibility is very high."

Upon hearing this, Gao Yuanyuan's face immediately lit up with a smile, like a student who had received the highest praise from her teacher.

"It's about... start-up capital, and resources from Shengying..." she asked cautiously, her eyes pleading.

"Money is not a problem. I will have the finance department transfer the ten million to your account as soon as your company is registered."

Wang Sheng said decisively, "As for resources... I will talk to Li Tingting and the others."

For future non-core projects or roles that require new faces, Sheng Ying Group can give priority to artists from 'Star Era'.

But the prerequisite is that you are qualified and meet the requirements of the role. What I can give you is an opportunity; whether you seize it depends on your own abilities.

He had to be upfront about the unpleasant aspects: he could provide a platform and initial impetus, but whether the company could ultimately succeed depended on Gao Yuanyuan's own management skills and the quality of its artists.

He cannot endlessly use high-quality resources to build up a hopeless case.

"I understand! Don't worry, Brother Sheng!"

Gao Yuanyuan quickly assured him, her eyes filled with enthusiasm, "I will definitely do my best and I will never let you down!"

Looking at her hopeful and determined eyes, Wang Sheng felt little emotion.

This investment is just a drop in the ocean for him. It is both fulfilling his promise and giving the child's mother a stable career so that she has something to do and something to rely on, so that she won't cause trouble when she's bored.

As long as Gao Yuanyuan can get this business up and running smoothly, and earn some money every year, it will be a good thing for him and his children.

"Okay, as long as you have a plan in mind." Wang Sheng handed the proposal back to her. "We can work on the specific details after you give birth and recover. In the meantime, you can think about it some more and find a reliable helper."

"Okay!" Gao Yuanyuan took the folder with great care, holding it in her arms as if she were holding onto hope for the future.

For the next two days, Wang Sheng unusually put aside his busy work and stayed in Qiongzhou to accompany Gao Yuanyuan.

They didn't go out and spent most of their time in the villa.

Wang Sheng would accompany Gao Yuanyuan for walks on the private beach in the early morning or evening, listening to the waves, feeling the sea breeze, and chatting about lighthearted topics.

Gao Yuanyuan enthusiastically discussed with him the name of the future company, the logo design, and even began to think about what kind of artists to sign in the first batch, whether to look for promising talents from film academies or to dig out potential stars from existing child actors.

Wang Sheng mostly just listened, occasionally offering some directional advice.

Looking at Gao Yuanyuan's radiant face, filled with anticipation for the future, he could sense that she was striving to find her own independent value coordinates from her identities as "the woman beside Wang Sheng" and "an expectant mother."

This is good.

He was pleased to see this change.

Two days later.

Wang Sheng boarded a plane at Qiongzhou Phoenix Airport, soared into the sky, and returned to Beijing.

(End of this chapter)