Reborn in the Chinese Entertainment Industry: My Childhood Sweetheart is Boss Yang

Just as Gu Heng had predicted.

Those bastards in the media know how to fan the flames.

At the promotional event for "The Banquet," a reporter, holding a microphone, asked Director Feng a question with an arrogant look on his face.

"Director Feng, what are your thoughts on Ning Hao's new film being nominated for the Venice Film Festival's competition section, while your film 'The Banquet' is only being screened? Does this mean that the new generation of directors has surpassed their predecessors?"

That question was practically stabbing Feng Xiaogang in the back.

Director Feng's face instantly turned as black as the bottom of a pot; if it were anyone else, they might have slapped him across the face.

Even so, Feng Kuzi didn't hold back, and his mouth, as if blessed, immediately launched into a tirade: "What's this talk of surpassing or not surpassing? Can art be measured by competitions? We're going to a screening, to exchange ideas! Some media outlets shouldn't be stirring up trouble all the time, always wanting to create chaos! Mind your own business!"

After finishing his rant, Director Feng slammed down the microphone, turned around, and left.

The scene was incredibly awkward, but the reporters were thrilled!

With the material in hand, the title will naturally follow.

Feng Xiaogang angrily rebukes reporters, seemingly dissatisfied with Ning Hao's rise to power!

However, Gu Heng had no time to watch the excitement.

He left the company's affairs to Su Qing and, along with Wang Gang, headed straight for Hengdian.

At this time, Hengdian was booming.

Gu Heng's goal was clear: the production team of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes".

Today marks the wrap-up of filming for "The Legend of the Condor Heroes," a location that Gu Heng had scouted long ago.

When Cai Yinong saw Gu Heng, her eyes were filled with complex emotions.

This visionary tycoon doesn't count his money in Beijing or indulge in lavish parties with big stars in Hong Kong; instead, he travels all the way to Hengdian to visit the film set.

Cai Yinong had some doubts: Could it be that this young master Gu has taken a fancy to one of my... artists?

If Gu Heng knew what she was thinking, he would probably just say: "President Cai, you're overthinking it."

He came here for two reasons.

First, to make money; second... to save lives.

Looking at the still somewhat green Hu Ge in the distance, playfully teasing Ariel Lin, Gu Heng felt a pang of sadness.

The carefree brother from his past life—he represented the youth of so many. It's a pity he's about to suffer a terrible fate in a few days.

The two found a quiet tea room and sat down.

Gu Heng didn't waste any words and slammed the acting contract that Tangren had sent to Yang Mi onto the table.

"Mr. Cai, let's be frank, I'm interested in the 'Chinese Paladin 3' project."

Cai Yinong raised an eyebrow, picked up her teacup, and took a sip. It was this sip that concealed the slight panic in her eyes.

People in Tang Dynasty China may seem glamorous now, but their lives are actually quite difficult.

Although "Chinese Paladin 1" was a huge hit across the country, it has not been able to be broadcast on satellite TV due to the ban on game adaptations. It was critically acclaimed but not commercially successful, and the return on investment was as slow as a snail.

This new film, "The Legend of the Condor Heroes," is another big investment. After so long in production, they haven't seen any return on their investment yet, and the company's cash flow is already in dire straits.

But Cai Yinong, being a seasoned veteran, remained remarkably composed: "President Gu is very well-informed, but this project is still in the preparation stage, regarding copyright..."

"The copyright issue with Softstar hasn't been settled yet, has it?" Gu Heng interrupted her directly, looking at her with a smile. "Besides, President Cai is also aware of the current policies. Adapting a game into a TV series carries considerable risks; it could result in a complete loss."

Cai Yinong's hand trembled, and she almost spilled the tea.

Is this supposed to be a business meeting?

Did they flip the table right from the start?

"If Mr. Gu thinks the risk is too high, then why invest at all?"

"Because I have money, and I can afford to gamble."

Gu Heng leaned back in his chair, perfectly embodying the arrogance of a nouveau riche. "Besides, my Mimi likes this notebook."

Cai Yinong: "..."

That's a really hardcore reason!

The ensuing negotiations were a pure tug-of-war.

Cai Yinong is the kind of person who's extremely frugal, so trying to squeeze a share out of her is harder than climbing to heaven.

But Gu Heng held what she needed most in his hand: cash!

It's a large sum of cash!

"1200 million, I want 40% of the share, plus exclusive online rights," Gu Heng stated his bottom line.

"Impossible! 20% at most!" Cai Yinong refused without even thinking.

"President Cai, right now, besides me, no one dares to invest so much money in game adaptations when the policies are unclear."

Gu Heng's tone was calm, but every word was piercing: "Besides, the later stages of 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes' will cost money, right? The company's operations will also cost money, right?"

"Mr. Cai, you don't want Tangren's cash flow to dry up, do you?"

After a heated debate, and with Gu Heng making empty promises every now and then, Cai Yinong finally relented.

1200 million, 40% share, online copyright belongs to Yuanjian, Yang Mi plays Xuejian.

As for whether the remaining money would be paid out of their own pockets or used to scam other suckers, that was not Gu Heng's concern.

Gu Heng was in a great mood after signing the contract.

That evening, Gu Heng hosted a dinner for the main creators of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" and treated them to drinks.

Gu Heng carried two bottles of baijiu and headed straight for Brother Hu.

"Old Hu! Don't run!"

Brother Hu looked completely bewildered, still holding a chicken leg in his hand: "Mr. Gu... Mr. Gu?"

"Don't call me President Gu, call me Brother Heng!" Gu Heng grabbed Brother Hu's neck. "I heard you can hold your liquor well? Come on, let's drink until we drop tonight!"

Hu Ge was dumbfounded.

Are we that close?

But when the capitalists have spoken, how can we dare to disobey?

And so, tragedy struck.

Gu Heng came with resentment.

Damn it, I was made to question my existence by that beast Wu Jing in Hong Kong, I have to get my revenge on Brother Hu!

I can't outdrink Wu Jing, but I can outdrink you, you young heartthrob?

"Deep feelings, bottoms up! Drink!"

"Are you looking down on me? Drink!"

"Raising fish? Drink up!"

Brother Hu was really miserable. Gu Heng pinned him to the table and forced him to drink, without even a chance to resist.

Towards the end of the drinking session, Brother Hu crawled under the table, hugged the table leg, and called for his mother.

Lin Yichen watched from the side, trembling with fear, afraid that this CEO Gu would go berserk and get her drunk too.

Gu Heng only let out a satisfied burp after he had completely drunk Brother Hu into a stupor.

"Alright, carry this kid back. Make sure he sleeps in the hotel for the next couple of days, and he's not going anywhere, especially not driving!"

Gu Heng gave Hu Ge's assistant a lot of instructions.

This heavy drinking session will keep him lying in bed for at least three days and three nights.

I completely missed that unfortunate moment.

This move is truly meritorious!

Having settled everything, Gu Heng didn't stay in Hengdian for long.

With Ning Hao, who was still in a state of excitement, they flew directly to Italy.

Venice's water city scenery is indeed beautiful, but in Gu Heng's opinion, it's just so-so, not as interesting as boating on Houhai Lake.

As soon as he arrived at the hotel and put down his luggage, Gu Heng ran into an acquaintance in the lobby.

Chen Musheng.

This guy looks to be in good spirits; it seems the previous reminder worked, and he's adjusted his mindset.

"Rob-B-Hood" has also been shortlisted in the non-competitive category.

"Aheng! Over here!" Chen Musheng waved enthusiastically.

The two had only been apart for a short time, and now that they had met again in a foreign country, they felt a real sense of warmth.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Chen Musheng mysteriously pulled Gu Heng aside and said, "Come on, I'll take you to see someone."

Who is it?

"Big brother!"

Gu Heng raised an eyebrow, already understanding the situation.

This is to take him to see Brother Chenglong.