A song from Chengdu revived a closed-down pub.

At this moment, the people from Jingquan Entertainment Company gathered together again.

Jiang Xiangdong cut to the chase, saying, "You've all seen what's going on outside, haven't you?"

The crowd remained noncommittal.

To be honest, when Han Tang Entertainment released the news, no one took it seriously.

But when the song "Outside the Temple" was combined with NetEase Cloud Music, everyone realized the seriousness of the problem.

Seeing that no one reacted, Jiang Xiangdong continued, "You didn't expect this, did you? We joined forces to remove all his songs, thinking we could crush him, but he turned around and created NetEase Cloud Music, released his new songs, and even moved all his previous songs over there. The more ruthlessly we removed them, the more his traffic surged. This is a direct slap in the face to us."

At this point, someone chimed in, "What's even more troublesome is the song itself. Every line of the lyrics is aimed at us. Now, a bunch of people online are using this line to subtly criticize us. We've completely lost this wave of public opinion."

"It's not just public opinion," another person chimed in. "Now, whenever this incident is mentioned, netizens say that we were bullying others by relying on our power, while Su Fan has become the hero who stood up to us alone."

Sun Zheng frowned and couldn't help but say, "The problem is, he now has his own platform. We can't stop his work anymore. That's the most fatal thing. Before, when we joined forces to take down his songs, we could still control his lifeline. Now that he controls NetEase Cloud Music, no one can stop him from releasing whatever he wants in the future."

Jiang Xiangdong's tone turned serious: "That's the key. In the past, our confidence came from the fact that we controlled all the channels in this industry, and a newcomer like him couldn't cause any trouble. But now he has a platform, works, and the reputation he's built up with those songs. With these three things combined, he's no longer someone we can easily manipulate."

The meeting room fell silent for a moment, because what Jiang Xiangdong said was true.

Sun Zheng couldn't help but ask, "President Jiang, what should we do? We can't just stand by and watch it continue like this, can we?"

Jiang Xiangdong said, "Since this kid has caused such a commotion, we'll probably have to reserve a seat for him at this table."

These words caused an uproar in the room.

Sun Zheng was the first to object: "President Jiang, why should we just back down and let him sit at the table?"

Sun Zheng reacted so strongly because, on the surface, only Beifeng Entertainment had a falling out with Su Fan.

Jiang Xiangdong said calmly, "President Sun, haven't you figured it out yet? With the YiYun Music platform in his hands, countless singers' works will be able to bypass us and be released directly through them. Instead of blocking this channel, we should guide it. So, why not bring people to the table first?"

"We can't just let him get away with this so easily," Sun Zheng said, still unwilling to give up.

"Who said he got off easy?" Jiang Xiangdong's lips curled into a meaningful smile. "He can sit at the table, but once he's at the table, he has to follow our rules. It's true that he has a platform and works, but since he's sitting at the table and getting a slice of the pie, he has to put in the effort. There's no such thing as a free lunch. When the time comes, he can't just do whatever he wants."

Upon hearing this, the people in the conference room exchanged thoughtful glances, and the resistance on their faces gradually faded.

Someone was the first to agree, saying, "President Jiang is right. Instead of dragging things out and going head-to-head with him, it's better to keep him calm for now and deal with him later."

"I think it's fine. Anyway, we set the rules. Even if he gets on the table, he won't be able to cause any big trouble."

Sun Zheng remained silent for a moment, but ultimately did not insist any further.

So, everyone started discussing how to divide the cake after Su Fan joined.

Meanwhile, on Longhu Mountain, Zhang Lingyuan also saw the commotion online.

"When did these people get the right to bully the disciples of Longhu Mountain? It seems it's time to take action."

He immediately got up, pushed open the door, and said, "Second brother, come down the mountain with me."

Xu Xingzhi asked, "Where to?"

"Kyoto."

Upon hearing this, all the apprentices looked at Zhang Lingyuan.

Xu Xingzhi asked, "Master, is it about Junior Brother?"

Zhang Lingyuan snorted coldly: "When did it become the business of outsiders to interfere with the disciples of my Longhu Mountain? If they want to fight or make trouble, I won't interfere with them using proper methods, but if they use underhanded means, then they are simply ignorant of their own limitations."

Xu Xingzhi immediately understood his master's meaning and didn't dare to delay: "Master, I'll go pack my things right away."

"Take two roots of the ginseng that your junior brother brought up the mountain back then and bring them with you," Zhang Lingyuan instructed.

Xu Xingzhi paused for a moment, somewhat puzzled: "Master, why are you bringing this?"

"Go see a patient."

Xu Xingzhi turned around, went back into the house to pack his things, and soon the two of them went down the mountain one after the other and headed straight for the airport.

On the way, Xu Xingzhi couldn't help but ask, "Master, should we inform Junior Brother first?"

"No need, we'll go to Kyoto first and then meet with those companies."

The plane arrived in Kyoto soon.

Zhang Lingyuan's first stop was Huasheng Entertainment.

Upon seeing the two people dressed in Taoist robes, the receptionist was initially taken aback, then politely asked, "Sir, who are you looking for?"

"Find the person in charge here," Zhang Lingyuan said calmly.

The receptionist professionally asked, "Do you have an appointment?"

"no."

"I'm sorry, but you need to make an appointment in advance to see our General Manager Xu."

Zhang Lingyuan wasn't annoyed. He simply said, "Alright, I'll leave you my phone number. Just tell him that someone named Zhang Lingyuan came by."

After saying that, he turned and left without waiting for the receptionist's reaction.

The same scene played out in succession at Xinghan Entertainment, Huangchao Entertainment, and Tengfei Group.

Each time, he would leave a phone number, say a few words, and then turn and leave.

At first, the receptionists were all confused, but faced with someone dressed like that, they didn't dare to be disrespectful and could only honestly report the matter to their superiors.

Upon hearing the name Zhang Lingyuan, Xu Wenshan abruptly stood up and demanded, "Where is he? Where is he?"

"They've already left."

Xu Wenshan's expression changed, and he couldn't care less about anything else. He immediately dialed the number of his father, Xu Shuhan.

Upon hearing the name, Xu Shuhan immediately asked for the number Zhang Lingyuan had left behind and dialed it himself.

When the call connected, Xu Shuhan first apologized politely, saying, "Master Zhang, it is an honor to have you here. Please forgive any neglect. I will definitely host a welcome dinner for you tonight."

Zhang Lingyuan agreed: "Okay, just let me know once the location is decided."

Xu Wenshan was fully aware of Zhang Lingyuan's identity, so he reacted the fastest among the families.

The other companies weren't as efficient.