Huayu: Rising from Tencent

After Wang Zhongjun helped Shen Ci invite Huang Bo and Chef Huang to join "Go Fighting!", he frequently contacted Shen Ci.

Every time Shen Ci answered the phone, Wang Zhongjun would come up with a new set of talking points, but there was one thing he would always mention.

That was a dinner party!

In a recent phone call, Wang Zhongjun even brought up Baby, praising her repeatedly:

"Baby is a hugely popular goddess right now!"

Shen Ci was puzzled. Didn't Brother Xiaoming care?

Wang Zhongjun replied unhurriedly, "Xiao Ming is also attending, President Shen. It's just a meal, it's alright."

There are always rumors that young people are more adventurous, but the older generation just smiles and says nothing.

In this utterly rotten entertainment industry, Shen Ci considers himself a great person.

She's practically a pure and untainted lotus flower!

As November drew to a close, Tencent Video underwent a large-scale internal cleaning campaign.

In addition to cleaning staff, the company's employees also participate in the cleaning work.

At the front desk, a bright red banner stood out, displaying words such as "Welcome Leaders."

Ren Yuxin led her team from the Shenzhen headquarters to Tencent Video in Beijing.

Sun Huaizhong was waiting there early, smiling broadly as he led Ren Yuxin on a tour of the company's various floors.

After inspecting the area, the two returned to the conference room.

At this moment, Wang Juan, Ma Yankun, Xie Lanfang and other senior executives had already taken their seats in the conference room.

Upon seeing Ren Yuxin walk in, everyone stood up, their faces beaming with respectful smiles.

Ren Yuxin walked to the head seat and sat down steadily.

Sun Huaizhong sat down in the first seat on the left, which happened to be right next to Shen Ci.

At the start of the meeting, Ren Yuxin, without any formalities, looked directly at Sun Huaizhong with piercing eyes and asked bluntly:

How is the internal anti-corruption effort progressing?

Sun Huaizhong glanced at Shen Ci, then quickly met Ren Yuxin's scrutinizing gaze and responded frankly.

"It's basically all done."

He then added, "Those people Sun Chunying dealt with before have all been properly dealt with according to company procedures."

Ren Yuxin nodded slightly, shifting her gaze from Sun Huaizhong to each of the executives present.

"The internal anti-corruption campaign is not a passing fad that will simply blow away."

He paused deliberately at this point, his gaze lingering on Wang Juan and Ma Yankun for a moment, before emphasizing his words.

"Especially those of you who hold the power over the budget, don't think that having a meal or receiving a credit card is a trivial matter."

"The group invests a huge amount of money in content acquisition every year, and you all know that better than I do."

Upon hearing this, Wang Juan and the others immediately understood and nodded in agreement.

"Rest assured, Mr. Ren, we will strictly control the situation, keep a close eye on our subordinates, and implement strict checks at every level to ensure that no mistakes occur."

Sun Huaizhong echoed, "I will personally oversee both the content creation and platform operations, so you won't have to worry about anything."

"Hmm." Ren Yuxin responded, saying only a third of what she meant; the rest was left to the executives to figure out.

With that groundwork laid, let's get down to business.

"The establishment of Tencent Pictures is of great importance to headquarters. Next year, headquarters will invest significantly more than just double the funds here!"

As soon as he said that, the atmosphere in the meeting room instantly became lively.

Sun Huaizhong naturally wouldn't miss this golden opportunity. He turned slightly to face Ren Yuxin, his tone sincere:

With such strong support from headquarters, we will definitely go all out next year to strive for another level.

Ren Yuxin waved her hand and said, "Headquarters has never required you to be profitable in the video business."

In Tencent's strategic plan, the Shenzhen headquarters allows Tencent Video to withstand a certain degree of losses.

The primary goal of developing the cultural and entertainment industry is to seize market share and build competitive barriers, while effectively utilizing one's own intellectual property resources.

Within Tencent, the profitability of video platforms has never been the top priority.

Shen Ci was actually well aware of this, but he had his own ambitions.

Now that he's in this position, he won't let Tencent Video continue its uneventful development along its original trajectory.

He also has higher aspirations and ambitions.

"Zane!"

Ren Yuxin suddenly turned her gaze to Shen Ci and spoke.

Sun Huaizhong and the others turned their attention to Shen Ci.

Shen Ci quickly regained his composure and replied attentively, "Please speak."

"Head of Tencent Penguin Pictures, do you have any suitable candidates to recommend?" Ren Yuxin asked bluntly.

Apart from Sun Huaizhong, Wang Juan and the others were speechless.

They knew that Shen Ci had a powerful background and was quite familiar with Ren Yuxin.

But at such a formal meeting, after all that rhetoric about emphasizing the importance of establishing Tencent Pictures...

So they just asked Shen Ci so directly, wasn't that a bit too blatant?

Damn it, this is a meeting, not a private conversation. Aren't we even going to put on an act?

It's important to understand that each of the executives at Tencent Video has their own ambitions regarding this lucrative opportunity of acquiring Penguin Pictures.

Upon hearing this, Shen Ci looked at Han Zijie at the end of the conference room.

At this moment, Han Zijie was staring at him expectantly, his eyes full of anticipation.

Shen Ci did not hesitate at all, nor did he bother with any preamble; he directly stated his position.

"I recommend Han Zijie!"

In an instant, everyone in the office turned their gaze to Han Zijie.

Han Zijie's excitement was palpable.

He secretly admired Mr. Shen, thinking, "He's so decisive and efficient! It's absolutely fantastic!"

Ren Yuxin didn't have a strong impression of Han Zijie. She sized him up for a while, then asked Sun Huaizhong, "What do you think?"

Sun Huaizhong knew in his heart that since Shen Ci had already made the recommendation, he couldn't possibly deny it to his face in this setting.

Moreover, judging from Ren Yuxin's attitude, she clearly favors Shen Ci's recommendation.

"General Manager Han is quite competent in his work, and I think he is fully capable of handling this position."

Sun Huaizhong's words seem empty and lack specific examples to support them, but there's nothing wrong with them either.

Ren Yuxin nodded, then turned her gaze to Wang Juan: "President Wang, what's your opinion?"

Although Wang Juan was somewhat unwilling, she could only agree and say, "President Han has always been reliable and steady, so I have no objection."

Ren Yuxin looked at Han Zijie again and asked, "Zane recommended you, do you think you can take on this responsibility?"

Han Zijie could no longer contain his excitement. Upon hearing this, he jumped up from his seat.

He said in a loud voice, "Thank you for your trust, Mr. Ren, and I am also very grateful for Mr. Shen's recommendation!"

"I firmly believe I have the ability to shoulder the responsibility of Tencent Penguin Pictures and will live up to your expectations!"

These shameless words made Ren Yuxin laugh.

He waved his hand and said, "Then it's settled."

Actually, before coming here, Xiao Ma had a talk with Ren Yuxin.

The main purpose was to let him assess Shen Ci's performance at Tencent Video...

And how well he gets along with his other colleagues.

Ren Yuxin readily agreed, but he did not tell Shen Ci about it.

Tencent Penguin Pictures was established under the umbrella of Tencent Video.

He asked Shen Ci for his opinion, which can be seen as giving him more say in the video business.