Chapter 253 Backing Out
Wu Yusen’s abrupt announcement of the starring lineup of “1949” caused quite a stir online.

This also made several investors of "Red Cliff", including China Film Group and Orange Sky, dissatisfied.

"Director Wu, what are you talking about 1949 at this time? Even if you want to talk about it, why do you have to talk about two actors who are not from the mainland?"

Wu Yusen didn't care about Wu Kebo's dissatisfaction: "Mr. Wu, this is my decision. You may not understand it, but you have no right to interfere."

Wu Kebo was so stunned by Wu Yusen's words that he didn't know what to say, and the conversation between the two ended unpleasantly.

After hanging up the phone, Wu Kebo's face turned pale and he took out all his anger on the objects on his desk.

Looking at the documents and broken glass scattered all over the floor, the assistant cleaned them up carefully.

Wu Kebo has been in a very bad mood recently as the acquisition of Golden Harvest did not produce good results.

Later, Wang Jingyan established his own school.

Now I meet another guy named Wushusen who acts as arrogant as if he is totally stupid.

Wu Kebo's chest heaved as he cursed angrily, "I hope the box office of Red Cliff can be as tough as your temper!"

Zhou Xun was called to the company by Yang Siwei.

When he arrived, Li Chen had already been chatting with Yang Siwei for a long time.

As soon as Zhou Xun came in, he sat on the sofa without caring about anything.

"What instructions do the two bosses have for calling me here?"

Yang Siwei picked up two invitations from the table and threw them in front of Zhou Xun.

"These are two invitations from Director Hu Mei and Mr. Yuan from Hong Kong Island."

Zhou Xun picked it up and took a look. Yang Siwei continued, "One is the biographical film Confucius, with Zhou Runfa as his partner."

"One is naturally an action film, with Zhao Wenzhuo and Zhou Jielun."

Zhou Xun looked at Li Chen, who was sitting beside him with his legs crossed, in surprise.

Li Chen understood what Zhou Xun meant: "Don't look at me like that. I will no longer interfere with your acting appointments in the future."

"Leave it all to Yixin Media. You discuss it with Yang Siwei."

Zhou Xun smiled lightly and said half-seriously.

"It should have been done a long time ago, Director Li. No matter how much money you delay me making, I don't have the temperament of someone like you who treats money like dirt."

Zhou Xun's words were half true and half false, although she did earn a lot of money at Rongchen Pictures.

Advertisements, endorsements, film pay, performances, etc., have at least increased several times compared to when she was at Rong Xingda.

But he also rejected many acting offers.

For example, "Women Are Not Bad" directed by Xu Ke, which will be released during the Lunar New Year holiday this year, and last year's "Ming Ming" and so on.

"Stop flattering me. I've also written your album."

Li Chen signaled Yang Siwei to give it to Zhou Xun.

Zhou Xun's pair of smart eyes suddenly lit up.

This is what she is most looking forward to.

Apart from Liu Yifei, I'm afraid she is the only one who is qualified to let Director Li write songs.

People in the circle now give Director Li the title: Priceless Song.

What this means is that even if you have money, you can’t ask Director Li to write a song for you.

She had heard from Yang Siwei that more than a pair of singers had approached her to cover her song "The Wind Rises", but Director Li had rejected them all.

I'm afraid Liu Yifei's song "The Stars in the Sky Are Not as Good as You" is similar.

Zhou Xun is a smart man and knows why Director Li did this.

If it were another boss, he would have agreed long ago. After all, this is also a considerable income.

Zhou Xun took the music score and hummed a few songs softly, feeling extremely satisfied.

When compared to her original album, even the most popular song “Floating” can hardly match one of them.

"Director Li, I will never be able to repay you for this album."

Zhou Xun said with emotion that she knew very well how important this album was.

Li Chen smiled and said, "Stop being sentimental. What I mean is that it will be released on New Year's Day next year. You and Xixi must separate to avoid killing each other."

Zhou Xun also smiled and said, "Of course, I am willing to give way to Yifei, the boss lady."

"Even if I were to play a supporting role for her someday, it would only take a word from Director Li."

Yang Siwei smiled and gave a thumbs up.

Zhou Xun added: "But Director Li, why is my album so different from Yifei's?"

"Her album is all cheerful and joyful, while mine is all about love, hate and vengeance." Yang Siwei laughed out loud when he heard this. Zhou Xun's words revealed the difference between the two albums.

Li Chen was not surprised: "How old is she? How many times has she been in love?"

“When she reaches your age, she will be able to sing about love, hate and passion.”

"Oh, you mean I'm old and emotional?"

Li Chen shrugged without comment.

Zhou Xun was depressed: "I only talked about it seven, eight or nine times, and I was serious every time, never joking."

Li Chen waved his hand and said, "Okay, I don't have time to take care of your private affairs, you can go now."

After sending the two away, Li Chen called Wang Changtian again.

Wang Changtian didn't seem surprised either.

Youku is about to conduct its fourth round of financing, but he is somewhat hesitant.

Although Youku's market share ranks first in the market.

But there is no sign of profit yet, and the speed at which it is burning money is even faster than robbing a bank.

"Brother, you know my situation. I invested 2000 million in Xu Zheng's film 'Hong Kong Journey'."

"The merger with Huayou at the beginning of the year fell through again. I am still far from being able to compete with you. I am afraid I will hold you back this time, brother."

Li Chen understood Wang Changtian quite well, as he was a cautious person by nature.

Guangguang is a family business, and most of its senior executives are surnamed Wang.

In his previous life, Cao Guowei found him during the early days of Weibo.

He refused cautiously and told Cao Guowei frankly that he didn't think this 140-word thing had any future.

"It's okay. This is something we both agreed to. Since you've thought it through, I won't force you."

Wang Changtian smiled and said, "By the way, the two singles by Yifei and Zhou Xun have always topped the charts on our Guangguang Music Chart."

"People say there are 360 ​​professions and every profession has its top talent. But when it comes to you, it becomes a top talent in every profession."

Li Chen laughed and said, "Okay, let's not talk about this anymore. Come out and sit down some other day. I have something else to talk to you about."

"Okay, I'll wait for your call."

After hanging up the phone with Wang Changtian, Li Chen called the big boss Wang again.

Big Boss Wang's attitude remains the same as always, moving forward courageously.

"It doesn't matter if Wang Changtian quits. Our two families are enough."

"What's the big deal? You still called me. There is no word 'retreat' in my dictionary. I, Wang, just charge forward and that's it."

Although they both have the surname Wang, their attitudes are completely opposite.

Of course, it also has something to do with the two people's personalities and wealth.

"I'm not calling you just for this. Someone is coming from the wireless department."

Big Boss Wang instantly perked up: "What? Bi Guiyuan is backing out too?"

"It seems that there is resistance from the bank."

Boss Wang talked to himself. They were all in the same business, and he had heard about the acquisition of TVB by Bi Guiyuan.

Li Chen nodded: "That's right, the bank won't lend money, and TVB won't lower the price, they're still holding on to 10 billion."

The big boss Wang Dao said: "What do you mean?"

Li Chen smiled and said, "My psychological price is 60. If you have no objection, I will let Zhang Qin talk to them."

"It's not us who are anxious now, but wireless."

"After all, the tycoon is not young anymore. He doesn't want a big drama of a family fighting over his inheritance to happen when he passes away."

Big Boss Wang nodded and said, "That makes sense. You can make the decision on this matter. I have no objection."

"It's done. You make a phone call and I'll transfer the money."

Li Chen had a plan in mind: "Good things take time, so I'll let Zhang Qin go to talk first."

After hanging up the phone, Big Boss Wang was very satisfied with his partner.

The only person in the film and television industry that he currently has eyes for is Li Chen.

I heard that he was not the only one who wanted to invest in Rongchen Pictures.

And there is Mr. Ma, who has now invested in Huayi and is fooling the world!

(End of this chapter)