HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

1000 million... US dollars?

Upon hearing this number, Zeng Jia couldn't contain herself.

Before coming, she had prepared herself mentally, trying to think of Xu Lang as highly as possible, but even so, she never expected this number to appear.

That's absolutely outrageous!

Xu Lang was also astonished by the figure of 1000 million US dollars.

He couldn't help but look at the chubby guy from Tencent and nodded.

"Tencent really knows how to play the game: acquire any competitor it sees."

However, he was not satisfied with this number.

It's not that he had a big appetite, but rather that in later generations, you can ask "Weibo" if they would be willing to sell for $1000 million.

Are you kidding me?

Weibo's highest historical valuation was $320 billion.

Even though Xu Lang's behind-the-scenes website is just the beginning, it's already showing promise and can't be satisfied with just $1000 million!

Sure enough, everyone present was an expert.

One by one, the bids were called out:

I offered $1200 million through Baidu;

My Sina Weibo account is worth $1500 million;

Sequoia Capital and IDG, sitting in the corner, sneered inwardly at the scene.

"These old foxes are bullying people here, taking advantage of this young man's ignorance!"

Thinking of this, Sequoia Capital slammed their fist on the table and said directly:

"I'll invest $10 million, just for a 30% stake!"

"Um?"

Everyone glared menacingly at Sequoia Capital.

This guy not only raised the valuation of Huaxu.com to $3000 million, but more importantly, he only wanted 3% of the shares.

This share is a golden goose; its value is bound to appreciate.

If Xu Lang isn't stupid, he definitely won't agree to be acquired and will choose to raise funds instead.

This is tantamount to undermining three internet companies!

Thinking of this, the chubby guy from Tencent said directly:

Tencent offers $4000 million to acquire it entirely!

His shout caused everyone else to start cursing.

Xu Lang, sitting in the main seat, watched the group of people looking on with envy and found it amusing.

However, we can't just keep watching them earn money like this; it's meaningless.

So he sat up straight, cleared his throat, and waved.

"Everyone, stop arguing. When did I say I was going to sell this website?"

"So you've made the decision for me?"

"Well..."

After Xu Lang said that, everyone calmed down and stared at him.

Xu Lang continued:

"However, given everyone's enthusiasm, I can also give up some shares."

After a pause, Xu Lang said:

"How about this, if you six companies are willing, each of you can take 8% of the shares, which is a total of 48%. As for the money, I won't ask for much, just $5 million from each company."

This number is non-negotiable. Take it or leave it.

"what?"

His words immediately silenced the meeting room.

If you exchange $500 million for 8% of the shares, the valuation would be $6250 million.

The valuation is high, but it's acceptable if we grit our teeth and bear it.

Can. . .

Taking only 8% of the shares is not enough.

They're all after the acquisition, aiming for the lion's share. 8% isn't enough!

This time, it was Tencent's chubby guy who stepped forward first, sneered, and said:

"Mr. Xu, to put it bluntly, this website and its products are nothing new now. We are willing to pay a high price to acquire it, and we respect you as the founder."

But if you play like that, then we'll be in trouble.

It would be better if we just copied the website and product ourselves; even if we only invested tens of millions, we could still make it work.

Then your website will be worthless.

I hope Mr. Xu can understand the gravity of this situation and not miss this golden opportunity!

His statement was echoed by Baidu and Sina, and they quickly formed a united front.

Sequoia Capital and IDG, on the other hand, were worried for Xu Lang.

To be honest, as venture capitalists, they have seen plenty of talented bosses.

But dying halfway through is the norm!

Most of those that failed were squeezed out by capital.

Tencent's statement, though harsh, reflects the ruthless and unforgiving nature of the market.

Zeng Jia, Mao Jian, and Jiang Wei, who were sitting next to Xu Lang, were all filled with fear and trepidation.

I've never seen anything like this, with one foot in the sky and the other on the ground.

"Third brother, take it easy!"

Xu Lang nodded to them, then smiled and looked at the person in charge of Tencent's QQ Space, inwardly cursing:

"You fatso, will you die if you don't plagiarize?!"

However, Xu Lang had already prepared for this move.

He chuckled, pulled a piece of paper from his pocket, unfolded it, looked at it, and then said with a smile:

"No problem, if you want to throw money at me, there's nothing I can do."

However, don't forget, a common man's anger can lead to bloodshed. Do you think I'll let you off easily?

As he spoke, he tossed a piece of paper to the chubby president of Tencent.

"Um?"

Upon hearing Xu Lang's words, the president of Tencent QQ Space frowned, then picked up the paper Xu Lang had brought over. After just one glance, he froze on the spot.

The fat on his body couldn't help but jiggle.

The heads of Baidu and Sina gathered around, wanting to see what was written on it that made him so terrified.

To everyone's surprise, the fat man quickly put the paper away, treating it like a precious treasure to keep the other two away.

The above only contains a few words, namely:

"QQ Farm, QQ Speed, Friend Trading, Yellow Diamond System, QQ Mall, Background Music Box..."

These things might be completely baffling to others, but he, as the person in charge of QQ Space, knew them inside and out.

To put it bluntly, this is QQ Space's development strategy for the next few years.

Moreover, they have not yet reached a consensus internally and are still in the exploratory stage.

For them, this is a core trade secret.

Now, Xu Lang had directly pointed out these products, how could he not be terrified?

Just then, Xu Lang said:

"It wouldn't be difficult to copy QQ. If I were willing, I could make all the features and product plans public. I wonder how many companies would be willing to try and grab a piece of this pie?"

Xu Lang's meaning was also very clear.

In 2005, QQ had just gained a foothold and was at the time to launch its product and content.

Xu Lang, this super product manager from the future, is extremely knowledgeable about QQ's products.

"If you dare to be dishonest, I'll expose everything to you."

If you don't let me have a good time, you won't have any peace either!

This is Xu Lang's method.

Threat?

You can do it, and so can I!

Similarly, he glanced at Baidu and Sina, thinking to himself,

"Yours are all the same!"

And you know what? His trick actually worked! The fat CEO immediately chickened out.

"This is a bit beyond my expectations. I need to report it to Mr. Ma."

As soon as he went out, the others immediately understood that he had given in!

This is similar to the Three Kingdoms period; once one side yields, the others have no choice but to follow suit.

The other two companies also went out to consult their respective bosses.

And just then, Zeng Jia, who was sitting to the side, suddenly had her phone ring.

She opened her phone and saw a text message from Yang Mi that read:

"Sister Zeng, I think Xu Lang's 'Struggle' crew is having a hard time. They're almost all gone, and I heard they're out of money. Maybe I should quit the crew too?"

What do you think?!