The Entertainment Industry in Turmoil: Young Actresses All Want to Rise to the Top

Seeing that Li Yitong was still uneasy, Shen Mo carefully explained his plans for the past twenty days.

How to persuade family members and how to use part of the savings for the wedding home.

This part is because they used her name to get their parents to agree readily, since their parents loved her more than they loved themselves since childhood.

"You're just talking nonsense!"

Li Yitong gave him a reproachful look, but her ears secretly blushed.

This time, he avoided the A-shares market, which had caused him so much controversy in his previous life, and turned his attention to the broader Hong Kong stock market.

During that time, the candlestick charts he had studied repeatedly were already etched into his mind. In his eyes, the nearly 7000-point drop in the Hang Seng Index over the next four months was an excellent opportunity.

"Hong Kong stocks have better liquidity and a larger market capitalization."

"Even if you make a hundred million, or even ten times that amount, it won't make much of a splash."

"This time, I'm going to go big."

Shen Mo's voice was steady yet tinged with a hint of madness.

These low, somber words flowed into Li Yitong's ears, one by one.

Those unfamiliar financial terms such as "short selling," "leverage," and "harvesting."

It was completely out of place with the script lines and dance rhythms she remembered.

She constructed an invisible battlefield that she had never set foot in before, or even imagined.

A strange chill crept up her spine, causing her to instinctively shrink into his arms.

She looked up and could clearly see the curve of his jawline.

"So," she said, her voice unconsciously becoming very soft.

"Short-selling Hong Kong stocks, and then...waiting?"

Behind the seemingly casual word "waiting" lies an unimaginable financial game and market danger.

Her mind was uncontrollably filled with those shocking news headlines from her past life.

"Profiting from human suffering," "Get out of the entertainment industry," "Line up on the rooftop"...

The cyberbullying that overwhelmed him with endless malice.

"Won't...won't anyone notice?"

"What unexpected event will occur again, like last time?"

She looked up at him, her brows furrowed, her eyes filled with undisguised worry.

She worried that he would be thrust into the spotlight again and repeat the same mistakes.

Shen Mo lowered his head, his gaze falling on the top of her head.

His sharp gaze softened somewhat.

"Don't be afraid."

He spoke those two words very slowly.

"We just need to wait patiently for the storm to come, and then..."

"Harvest with ease."

Then, he changed the subject, his voice becoming more composed and strategic.

"Furthermore, to prevent any accidents from happening, we need to build a fortress."

He gently patted her back. "A sturdy container that belongs only to us."

He raised his hand, his slender fingers calmly grasping a fallen leaf.

Look here.

"This leaf is our banner, the banner of 'Ink Trace Capital,' which I founded. It will guide all legitimate investments and serve as our flagship."

Shen Mo placed it on the ground, casually picked up a few fallen leaves and moved them to the top, then pointed to the topmost leaf.

"This is the starting point. We need to register an offshore company in the British Virgin Islands, also known as BVI. This is the source of funds. It is tax-free here and the registration information is not made public, which is discreet enough."

Then, his fingertip traced the next leaf.

"Then, the funds flow here—the Cayman Islands. This is a hub for international capital, where all the top investment institutions have established their entities, representing compliance and international recognition."

Then, he moved his fingers down.

"And this is the main battleground for funding. By using Cayman companies to acquire controlling stakes in Gangdu's shell companies, we will establish trading positions here."

"All operations in international markets, including Hong Kong stocks and US stocks, will be conducted through this platform."

"It serves as both a bridgehead for attacking international markets and a legitimate channel for our funds to flow back to the mainland."

Li Yitong stared at his nimble fingers as he sketched out a precise, cold, and powerful financial structure.

"Layer upon layer, link upon link..."

She murmured to herself, seemingly shocked by witnessing Shen Mo's strategy for the first time.

"Yes." Shen Mo withdrew his hand, his gaze returning to her face.

"The BVI is a shield, making our background sufficiently concealed and mysterious; the Cayman Islands are a sword, helping us expand our territory; Hong Kong is a bridge, connecting the inside and outside. And the domestic 'Inkmark Capital'..."

"That is our final throne."

A gust of wind swept by, and a few ginkgo leaves swirled up and then fell back down.

"From now on, we can advance silently and strategically position ourselves globally; or retreat calmly and deeply cultivate our domestic market."

"Capital will be our most powerful weapon."

"No one can easily see our whole picture anymore, and no one can bind us with simple rules."

He reached out and gently grasped Li Yitong's slightly cool fingers, his voice carrying a reassuring yet powerful strength.

"Yukiko, this is my plan."

"But that's not enough. Capital needs influence to give it a veneer, and it needs a voice to clear obstacles for it."

He then shifted his focus, getting straight to the heart of the matter.

My overall plan is a dual-core system, involving not only me but also you!

"My role will primarily operate behind the scenes, managing our business entities."

His tone carried an unquestionable decisiveness.

"Inkmark Capital's primary mission is to use the future that you and I know to precisely target those emerging giant companies."

"That is the true foundation of our wealth and power."

A ginkgo leaf landed right on Li Yitong's nose. She gently brushed it away and listened to him continue.

"As for returning to the entertainment industry, for me, it's less about making up for past regrets and dreams, and more about simply wanting to get closer to your circle."

"Of course, from a business perspective, it's also a strategic move."

"A high-profile celebrity status is an excellent form of camouflage and a passport to success."

"It allows me to more easily access certain circles and penetrate into them."

"First, it's a dimensional reduction attack on information channels."

Li Yitong slightly adjusted her posture, and saw more clearly the calculating glint in his eyes.

"As A-list celebrities, we will have access to top-tier private banquets, high-end forums, and industry summits."

"Those founders, scientists, and even policymakers who hold core projects and key technologies."

"They might be wary of a pure capital broker, but it's hard for them to resist a celebrity + capital combination that has huge social influence and can bring a sensational publicity effect to the project."

"We will then have access to some of the most cutting-edge, yet-to-be-public, technological trends and business plans."

"These business plans may not be easy for others to see the potential in the short term, but for us, they are a piece of cake."

"As long as we seize the opportunity at the source, we have the potential to get involved."

Li Yitong's eyes flickered slightly, clearly indicating that she had thought of something.

"Secondly, it's about trust endorsement and brand empowerment."

Shen Mo continued his analysis, presenting his points clearly and logically.

"The names 'Shen Mo' and 'Li Yitong' might be insignificant in the eyes of the other party if they were just wealthy investors."

"But what if this name is also a representative of high-quality film and television works, and a public figure trusted by tens of millions of fans?"

"So when we invest in an emerging brand or a technology company, what we bring to them is more than just money."

"Because we have strong brand reputation and a large following."

"We can instill stronger market confidence and public awareness."

"This will allow us to get better terms at the negotiating table with the same amount of money."

"Furthermore, it is a hub for resource integration."

"The attention from brands, media, and fans attracted by our celebrity status, coupled with the companies we invest in, means the resources around us will be unimaginable."

"We can bring resources from field A into project B, and direct traffic from platform C to technology D."

"So the entry of Inkstone Capital will not be just a financial combination; the invested companies will look forward to the combination and utilization of resources we bring."

"Creating value for investee companies, rather than simply waiting for their value to appreciate, is the highest level of capital operation."

"There is another layer, which is the hedging and avoidance of risks."

A slight smile curved his lips.

"Pure capitalists are easily targeted by the public."

"But a successful celebrity-entrepreneur can have the aura of a celebrity and the support of fans, thus forming a buffer zone."

"At times, the public's 'love' for celebrities can also be an invisible shield."

"But it could also be a death sentence..." Li Yitong didn't intend to disagree with Shen Mo's point of view, but she still recalled many of her colleagues from her previous life who had been ruined by their fans.

"You say I'm part of the dual-core lineup, but what about me?"

Li Yitong couldn't help but ask, her heartbeat exceptionally clear under the quiet tree.

"you?"

A warm smile appeared on Shen Mo's lips as he looked intently into her eyes.

"Your position is crucial. You are the soul that connects the two core elements."

He paved the way for her with clarity and determination.

"First, at Inkstone Capital, you will serve as the General Manager of the Entertainment Investment Department."

"The treasure trove in your mind about future hit dramas, phenomenal variety shows, and potential artists is our ultimate weapon."

"Your responsibility is to use this 'prophecy' to build a content IP empire for us."

"at the same time."

"You yourself will become one of the most dazzling superstars of this era."

"You trust me that much?"

She turned slightly in his arms to face him directly.

"You will, you definitely will!"

Shen Mo stared at her crescent-shaped eyes.

"I believe in you, and you should believe in me too."

"Because I don't want you to struggle like you did in your past life, becoming a supporting character, a pathetic loser."

"Because you need authority."

Shen Mo's words hit the nail on the head, and the autumn sunlight reflected a calm light in his eyes.

"You are not just a star, but also the entertainment strategy consultant for our capital empire. But as a behind-the-scenes consultant, your voice is always limited."

"When you yourself become a symbol of top-tier traffic and quality, your judgments and choices will be regarded as the standard by the entire industry."

"You will not only be actress Li Yitong, but also the most shining name card and banner of Mohen Capital in the cultural and entertainment field."

"Your success will provide the strongest credibility endorsement for all our capital operations."

"Think about it, Yukiko."

"When you are both the decision-maker and the lead actor in a hit project."

"When you can use the power of capital to pave the way for the script you want, and also use your own superstar aura to enhance the project..."

"In this industry, who are we afraid of?"

"Capital paves the way for you, and you will crown capital."

Shen Mo's voice had a fatal attraction.

"Since God has given you a second chance, if you can't reach the top of the entertainment industry..."

"Wouldn't that mean we came all for nothing?"

He raised his hand and gently plucked a ginkgo leaf from her hair. His movements were gentle, but his eyes remained undeniably sharp.

"Are you willing to accept this challenge, Mr. Li?"

These words completely dispelled the last vestiges of confusion and unease in Li Yitong's heart.

She looked at her childhood friend, and although she knew that he had become a top capitalist in his previous life, this was the first time she had truly felt his power.

He has long since shed his youthful naiveté and grown into a ruthless, rational, and strategically astute strategist.

Now, he has not only given her a reunion embrace, but also a fulcrum powerful enough to move the world.

She looked at him, the light in her eyes gradually gathering, finally transforming into a clear and firm response.

"it is good."

I am not good at fighting, but because of you.