It's reasonable for me, a stuntman, to live a crazy life, right?

Chapter 842: Serve the people! A pure cow and horse digging its own grave?

There are many people like Yang Mi. They are all quite interested in this love, song and dance themed script written by Chen Fei.

But, although there are people who are interested, there are also many people who are not optimistic.

After all, there are two negative examples, "One Step Away" and "Office", which show that it is difficult for the domestic film and television environment to support this type of movie.

Many people were discussing this online, but Fade Chen ignored them.

Whether the script is good or not can only be known after it is filmed. Now the finished film hasn’t even been seen yet and people have already started to question it. Aren’t you just being bored?
He quickly shifted his focus to entertainment gossip.

Looking around, the controversy over Huang Xiaoming and Yang Ying’s “wedding of the century” is still ongoing online, with various voices interweaving into a chaotic picture.

As time went by, the official media also came out to express their attitudes!

But their positions are so different that it's a little funny.

Some official media condemned the wedding as a waste of money and labor, believing that it should not be so extravagant; but some were tolerant, believing that as long as there was no theft or robbery, there would be no problem; some official media even saw business opportunities in it, believing that the wedding would help stimulate consumption and boost economic vitality...

In this storm of public opinion, it is really hard to hear the voices of real supporters, opponents or neutrals.

They may have been watching the wedding silently, or expressing their opinions in private, but their voices were ruthlessly drowned out in the noise.

However, Huang Xiaoming and Yang Ying, the parties involved, had already disappeared in the surging waves.

As the parties involved, they have no right to speak at all, and cannot even say a word to defend themselves. They can only choose to remain silent.

Perhaps when the heat has died down a bit, the two will have a chance to stand up and defend themselves.

At this time, just as Chen Fei was watching the quarrel between several official media on the Internet with great interest, his assistant pushed open the office door and walked in.

"Mr. Chen, Jiaxing sent a message saying that the financing reception will officially start at about 8 o'clock. Do you need a car prepared for you in advance?"

"Jiaxing's financing reception?"

Chen Fei was slightly stunned, and suddenly remembered.

On the day of the premiere of "Operation Mekong", Yang Mi did give him an invitation to the financing reception and warmly invited him to attend.

"Want to go?"

Chen Fei didn't particularly want to make this trip. After all, Jiaxing was too "small" in his eyes. Apart from Yang Mi herself, he really didn't know what value this company had.

However, just as he was thinking, the phone on the table suddenly rang.

After taking a look at the caller ID, Fade Chen quickly pressed the answer button.

"Hello? Director Tong?"

"Are you free tonight? Can you come out and sit with me?"

"Of course, I'll book the place?"

"No need, let's just come to the headquarters. The food in the cafeteria is pretty good."

"it is good."

After hanging up the phone, Fade Chen looked at his assistant and instructed, "Go and tell President Su that if he's not busy, ask him to make the trip on my behalf."

"it is good."

The assistant understood what he meant and immediately turned around and walked out of the office.

Chen Fei stopped reading about entertainment gossip and took out the script of "Operation Red Sea", preparing to finish the last part of the work during the afternoon.

I can take it with me when I go to see Tong Gang tonight.

……

At 7:30 in the evening, the Maybach drove into the parking lot of the General Administration on time.

Chen Fei got out of the car and went straight to the cafeteria according to Tong Gang's instructions.

To be honest, he actually quite likes eating in this kind of company canteen. The dishes may look ordinary, but the taste is incomparable to those private restaurants outside.

It seems like all the chefs in the company have an agreement that the dishes must be delicious, but also not eye-catching, which is a unique skill!

Pushing the door and entering the cafeteria box, Chen Fei saw Tong Gang sitting in the main seat.

Apart from him, there was no one else in the entire box.

Obviously, this is a sign that there is something personal to talk about.

"Come, sit down, and order whatever you want to eat." Seeing Chen Fei come in, Tong Gang smiled and motioned for him to sit down.

"it is good."

Chen Fei didn't bother to be polite with him. He picked up the menu and selected a few dishes he liked.

After Tong Gang finished ordering, Chen Fei took the initiative to go out and give the menu to the kitchen, and then without any hesitation, he took out the script of "Operation Red Sea" from his bag.

"Director Tong, I have accomplished my mission. The script has been completed. Now I will hand it over to you."

"Good! Good! Good!"

Tong Gang was overjoyed and said hello three times.

You know, it was the Navy that found him for this project, and then he turned around and found Chen Fei.

Now that the script was written, Fade Chen handed it to him and asked him to arrange it.

In this case, as the middleman, he has "political achievements" and can take on the final half of the credit for the project with peace of mind.

Thinking of this, Tong Gang became more and more satisfied with Chen Fei.

He simply turned around, took out the script of In the Name of People from his bag, and put it on the table: "Since you gave me a gift, I will also tell you good news. I have already negotiated with the investors for this script for you."

"Oh?" Fade Chen raised his eyebrows and asked curiously, "What are they?"

"The Supreme People's Procuratorate Film and Television Center, Golden Shield Film and Television Center, and the Navy have expressed their willingness to jointly participate in the investment. The JS Provincial Party Committee Propaganda Department has expressed its willingness to provide all possible assistance, and SD Radio and Television Station has also expressed its willingness to participate in part of the investment."

"Wow! So many people are willing to support?"

Chen Fei was a little surprised. He originally thought that most official film and television units would avoid it.

After all, this is the people’s...name!

Tong Gang smiled and said, "This kind of script is the favorite of some units. They can't wait to pounce on it and not let go."

However, as he spoke, his brows suddenly knitted again: "This project...is Feiyue Film and Television also going to invest in it?"

"Of course not!" Chen Fei waved his hand quickly: "Feiyue Film and Television is just an inconspicuous small company in the film and television industry. Including me, I am just a small director in the entertainment industry. How can I be qualified to participate in such a project?"

Hearing this, Tong Gang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He was still thinking about how to persuade Chen Fei not to get involved in this project, but he didn't expect that this guy was as clear as a mirror in his mind!

There are some things that a private film and television company really cannot get involved in.

But then again, since he had already decided not to get involved in this project, why should he care so much about it?

Tong Gang asked with some confusion: "Then why are you so busy?"

Chen Fei blinked and replied, "Although my company will not participate in the investment, it can participate in the production. Kang Honglei is ready to 'take charge', and I can even be listed as a producer."

"Haha, you are such a thief!" Tong Gang couldn't help but burst into laughter and said jokingly, "So you just want to take advantage of the power of others?"

"Hey! You can't say that!" Chen Fei said seriously: "I call this serving the people."

"Good! Great for serving the people!"

Tong Gang slammed the table and suddenly suggested, "You really should take the civil service exam. Being just a director is really a waste of your talent."

Chen Fei smiled and shook his head, "Thank you Director Tong for your approval, but forget it. I still have a lot of things to do in Hollywood, I can't just give up on them, right?
What's more, being a director is the same. It can enhance cultural confidence and show the demeanor of a great country, which can also be regarded as a contribution to the country."

"Yes, I am glad that you have this awareness!"

"There's a knock on the door. Maybe the food is about to be served. Shall we eat first?"

"Okay, let's eat and talk. You have to tell me the details of Operation Red Sea. This script needs to be included in the report. The higher-ups will definitely want to read it."

"Okay, no problem, I'll tell you everything I know!"...

In the blink of an eye, it was already eight o'clock.

While Chen Fei and Tong Gang were having dinner and chatting about the script of "Operation Red Sea", Jiaxing Media's financing celebration reception had already opened grandly.

This reception is not only to celebrate the company's recent brilliant achievements, but also to make friends with big companies and capital in the circle and pave the way for future development...

Therefore, everyone at Jiaxing was very serious about making the cocktail party perfect.

Looking from a distance, the cocktail party was star-studded and packed with guests.

Yang Mi and Zeng Jia, wearing bright red evening gowns, stood side by side, leading the artists of Jiaxing to welcome every heavyweight guest on the red carpet.

Among them were many well-known directors, actors and investors in the industry, and their arrival undoubtedly added more weight to the cocktail party.

In fact, for the entire film and television industry, Jiaxing’s financing celebration reception can be regarded as a rare social venue in the mainland entertainment circle.

After all, looking around, the number of entertainment companies that can attract hundreds of millions of dollars in investment can be counted on two hands.

"Congratulations! Yang Mi."

Guo Jingming was leading his male assistant and male secretary, and he was so proud of himself.

Yang Mi had a bright smile on her face and quickly invited him, "Director Guo, please come in and have someone entertain us. This is our VIP guest tonight."

"Haha, you're busy. I see a lot of familiar faces. I'll go in first."

As soon as Guo Jingming left, Su Guohai came over alone.

Yang Mi came forward again: "Boss Su! You're here!"

"Yeah." Su Guohai nodded and explained briefly: "Director Chen was called to the bureau. Unfortunately, he can't come tonight, so I'm here in his place."

"It's okay. I'm glad you came."

Yang Mi always had a bright smile on her face. Although she was a little disappointed that Chen Fei couldn't be there, Su Guohai could also be there. After all, they both represented Feiyue Film and Television, so there was not much difference.

The reception lasted from eight o'clock to half past eight.

From time to time, various big names would appear on the red carpet, including Huayi, Bona, LeTV, Alibaba, Huanrui, Star Media, Guangxian, Orange Sky, etc., all of them came.

Although Yang Mi was a little tired at this time, she was happy in her heart.

She has paid so much and worked hard to overcome so many difficulties, isn't it just for this moment today?

At 8:40, the celebration party officially begins!
The head of Shangshi Pictures, which participated in the investment in Jiaxing, walked onto the stage, accompanied by Yang Mi and Zeng Jia.

Zeng Jia held up the microphone and spoke first as the host: "Thank you very much for coming to support us tonight. We are deeply honored..."

It is not easy for Jiaxing to reach this point today, but we have done it. In just a few years, we have a market valuation of up to 15 billion, which is all achieved through our hard work..."

Many people in the audience were surprised when they heard the number "15 billion".

This number is like a magnet, attracting the attention of everyone present, because it symbolizes the infinite possibilities and potential of Jiaxing’s future!

You know, for Jiaxing, "15 billion" is not just a simple number, but an important step for the company to move from medium-sized to large.

The injection of this capital will surely inject new vitality into the company and even push it towards higher goals.

And this is just the first round of financing. After the second and third rounds, the market value will definitely get better and better.

In the later stage, once it is successfully listed, a market value of tens of billions will no longer be an unattainable dream.

Jiaxing even has the opportunity to reach a market value of 20 billion like Tangde Pictures and achieve leapfrog development of the company!
The microphone soon appeared in the hands of the head of Shangshi Pictures.

“Next, I will announce some details of the investment… In view of Jiaxing’s good profit data, we have decided to invest 3 million this time… Of course, this will naturally involve some gambling regulations.

According to the agreement, we will hold a 20% stake after the funds arrive, and at the same time provide Jiaxing with some necessary channel resources.

However, all of this has a prerequisite, that is, from the date of signing the contract to the end of 17, Jiaxing must achieve a net profit after tax of more than 95%, and must achieve a net profit after tax of more than 3.1 million.

If Jiaxing fails to achieve its goal, it must repurchase the 15% stake held by Shangshi Pictures at an annualized rate of 20% in accordance with the terms of the contract..."

When these words came out, everyone in the audience was shocked!
The flash lights of the media at the scene directly lit up the three people on the stage!
Really...the rules of this bet are too harsh!
~

The next morning, early in the morning, news about Jiaxing Media’s financing celebration reception directly became a hot topic.

"Congratulations to Jiaxing, congratulations to Yang Mi... The market valuation of the first round of financing is 15 billion. The future will be a smooth road, and the end of the listing is just around the corner."

"Some experts have questioned that this gambling regulation is too harsh. Can Jiaxing really achieve its goal of 3.1 million yuan in net profit after tax?"

"The gambling rules clearly state that as Jiaxing Media's most valuable asset, Yang Mi is not allowed to terminate her contract with the original company during the gambling period. Perhaps this is what Jiaxing relies on for survival."

“When the bet is successful, that may be the day when Jiaxing soars to the sky.”

"Where does Yang Mi's self-confidence come from?"

Inside the villa, Fade Chen was drinking porridge while watching the news. He couldn't help but sigh, "This is simply treating Jiaxing... No! This is treating Yang Mi like a pure beast of burden!"

If nothing unexpected happens, Yang Mi might not even be able to sleep well from the moment the contract is signed.

In other words, she can't even be lazy!

After all, time is money, and that's a requirement of 3.1 million. Ordinary people can't earn that much even if they work themselves to death. Even if she is a popular young actress who is currently very famous, it is not something she can do easily.

How easy is it to save so much money just by relying on film pay, endorsements, and commercial activities?

Of course, if Jiaxing is willing to invest in and produce film and television production, it may be able to achieve its goals in a short period of time.

But as "film and television investment" is an extremely high-risk project, how can it be so easy to succeed?

You know, not all companies are as awesome as Feiyue Films.

Chen Fei himself is a cheater, how can others compare with him?
"Alas, what a pity! He didn't have much acting skills in the first place, and now he's completely reduced to an assembly line product. This is a pure cow and horse digging its own grave!"

……

At this time, Alibaba Pictures.

After a month of online voting for the film and TV series versions of "Eternal Love", Alibaba has finally confirmed all the main creative members.

The list has now been submitted to the head office, and the approval has been completed there.

Inside the office, Zhang Qi couldn't help but smile as he watched the media and netizens discussing Jiaxing's financing celebration reception.

This morning, the name "Yang Mi" was well-deserved No. 1 on the hot search list, and the volume of discussion was frighteningly high.

In this case, if "Eternal Love" announces the list of main creative members of the film and TV series versions, it will surely ferment smoothly and create maximum exposure.

Thinking of this, Zhang Qi suddenly became impatient.

He immediately picked up the phone and called the person in charge of the Eternal Love project. He immediately said, "The time is ripe. Send out the announcement directly. We'll also take advantage of the popularity."

"Okay, Mr. Zhang."

There was a response from the other end, and arrangements were made immediately.

At this time, Zhang Qi picked up the casting list again.

Looking at the names of the most popular young actresses and actors on the list, as well as the top production lineup marked below, he couldn't help but smile even more brightly.

"Feiyue Films? High-quality products? Haha, I want to see whether your 'high-quality products' are better, or my 'big IP + fan movie + well-known director' is better!"

At this moment, Zhang Qi seemed to have imagined the scene of himself enjoying the worship and admiration of everyone in the circle after winning the bet.

As for the word "lose", it has never been in his dictionary.

After following Ma Yun for so many years, he has never lost, and he doesn't think he will lose.

He is Ali's man and is "invincible"!

Ma Yun often told him that Ali would absolutely and never lose, and they would only keep winning until they stood at the top of every industry!

……

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