From Becoming Penguin's Major Shareholder to Building an Entertainment Empire

Note that this book is a slow-burn novel, and it will become increasingly exciting as the story progresses.

It starts from 2002, beginning at the Beijing Film Academy, and starting with the H...

Chapter 119 NetEase Delisting and Ding Sanshi's Crisis

Shen Fang and Shen Kun sat in the Gucci store enjoying coffee and snacks.

"Xiao Kun, has Lanlan been quiet lately?"

Shen Kun lit a cigarette and took a puff.

"He's never home and I don't know what he's doing, but he seems quite energetic. He's quit smoking, but his hobbies are still the same. The other day he even took me to experience a 36D, which cost me a lot of money."

Shen Fang was speechless: "You hang out with her and you even pay for it? Are you stupid?"

Shen Kun chuckled: "Even if I don't pay, Lanlan will still be detained. She's playing the free-for-all game."

Shen Fang was grinding his teeth in disbelief. Good heavens, this is even possible! In ancient times, people who listened to music in brothels for free had to become pimps. Shen Lanlan is still doing this in the 21st century. That's really amazing.

“Your allowance is fixed each month. Next time she asks you to go out, don’t go with her. Otherwise, she’ll always be thinking about you spending money, and this will never end.”

Shen Kun nodded: "No problem. By the way, Third Uncle, Brother Bo asked me to tell you that NetEase's stock price has now hit the daily limit down to $0.8, which is not far from your expectations. When should we buy in? Xu Xin is in a very passive position because of this. If it weren't for the golden brand of Tencent, Xu Xin would be in big trouble this time, and might even lose her job."

Shen Fang smiled and said, "Baring Asia only lost $5 million in investment, but acquiring 5% of Tencent's shares is enough for Xu Xin to win praise from the top management at the annual meeting. However, it is wrong for her to give up on Ding Sanshi now. NetEase can be revived."

Shen Kun looked at Shen Fang with a puzzled expression.

"Third Uncle, NetEase's stock has been delisted from Nasdaq. The stock price has fallen so much. To be honest, I can't understand how NetEase came back to life."

Shen Fang took a sip of coffee.

“Xiao Kun, Ding Sanshi was tricked and his power was usurped by Li Jinghui. However, he still holds 58% of the shares and is still the major shareholder. Now, as long as someone helps him regain power and raise the stock price, NetEase can survive. Currently, their company's Fantasy Westward Journey is a money-making machine. They are just in a temporary predicament and need someone to save them. I think I am the best person to do that.”

"Being set up?" Shen Kun was completely bewildered.

Shen Fang nodded: "Li Jinghui deliberately falsified the annual financial report and then leaked it. Do you think a listed company's annual report with problems can be found out within a week? Are the finance department just sitting around doing nothing? Without an insider deliberately leaking information, how could it be found out so quickly? It would take at least several months. Ding Sanshi is out of control now because of the sudden financial crisis. The old guard in the company has been squeezed out by Li Jinghui, but he still holds the shares. He won't let go, and no one can do anything about it."

"Third Uncle, if you want to help Ding Sanshi, shouldn't you investigate this person's background?"

Shen Fang smiled: "There's no need to investigate at all. Whoever is willing to buy the suspended NetEase stock recently is the mastermind behind it. We'll just have to ask Ding Sanshi. Besides, Ding Sanshi has shares. If he wants Li Jinghui to get out, he'll definitely have to leave. Ding Sanshi has absolute power. It's just that Ding Sanshi has lost his nerve now. The stock price has plummeted and the company has been delisted. Now he's thinking of getting rid of it."

Shen Kun nodded: "I see. But I think I heard from Pony Ma that Ding Sanshi approached Pony Ma, wanting him to take over NetEase. Why don't we take this opportunity to acquire it? Wouldn't that be better?"

Shen Fang shook his head: "The cost of the acquisition is too high, and Ding Sanshi is a very good leader. With him leading NetEase, NetEase can go further. I can save NetEase, but the owner of NetEase must be Ding Sanshi. Just like Pony Ma back then, if you ask me to make an acquisition, I don't know anything about technology, so it's meaningless for me to make an acquisition."

"Third Uncle, you'd better hurry up. I don't think NetEase will last long."

Shen Fang nodded: "Have Brother Ma help me contact Ding Sanshi. We'll go to NetEase's headquarters in Hangzhou the day after tomorrow. Also, please arrange a meeting with Xu Xin. Baring Asia should be hoping someone is willing to take over this mess. We shouldn't miss out on their shares."

Shen Kun nodded: "I'll contact Brother Ma in a bit."

"Third Uncle, even though the fairy is beautiful, why don't you get a girlfriend? Waiting for several years? That's not like you. Grandma is very anxious."

Shen Fang rolled his eyes at Shen Kun.

"There isn't a suitable one yet, but I've already come clean with Qianqian and used the trick Lanlan taught me. Although the effect wasn't as expected, Qianqian didn't object. Besides, what kind of person do you think your uncle is? Does he want just any ugly person?"

Shen Kun grinned mischievously: "I knew you weren't that naive, Third Uncle. You've been cunning since you were little. I think that Song Jia and Huang Shengyi are quite good-looking."

“They are Sisi’s roommates. Do you think I can get along with them? Sisi is quite jealous and possessive of her food now.”

Shen Kun nodded.

"That's true, but Tianxian is indeed a perfect match for you, Third Uncle. Shall we bring her home for the New Year?"

Shen Fang shook his head: "Why take it back? Besides, we can't go home for the Spring Festival this year. We have to keep a close watch on Zhang Yimou's 'Hero.' I'll negotiate the distribution rights for 'Hero' after the film is edited. I really like this movie. Remember to remind me to keep a close eye on it during this time."

Shen Kun nodded: "Leave this to me. Waiter, get me two more small cakes. This is too little. They're only one bite at a time. How stingy!"

Chen Fang was extremely embarrassed. The cakes there were meant for one person, and besides, cakes in luxury stores are all about being exquisite. This fatso was treating this place like a tea restaurant.

Shen Fang kicked Shen Kun.

"I'd say you've got some guts."

However, the Gucci staff still maintained their professionalism. Most importantly, Shen Fang and Shen Kun had just spent tens of thousands of yuan, so a few snacks were no big deal for them.

The saleswoman in black stockings smiled at Shen Kun: "Sir, please wait a moment, I'll bring a few more. Would you like a refill of your coffee?"

Shen Kun nodded: "Two more drinks, I'll come back to your place again when I'm happy."

The saleswoman smiled broadly upon hearing this: "Thank you so much, sir. This is my business card. You can look for me next time you come."

The saleswoman in black stockings handed Shen Kun her business card and even gave him a flirtatious wink. She then swayed her hips as she entered the store.

"Tsk, Xiao Kun, this young woman is a bit of a beaker. I've given you her contact information. You've been single for so long, give her a lesson, you can help her get rid of that itch."

Shen Kun shook his head: "Too skinny, I don't like it if there's not a bit of meat on your bones."

Upon hearing this, Shen Fang was speechless. The young woman from earlier was quite charming, with a curvaceous figure and a pretty face that could be rated 80 out of 100. He really couldn't understand why he didn't like someone like that.

"Third Uncle, we like the kind of guy who's a bit violent, someone who's willing to fight me for no reason, preferably someone who can make desserts, and weighs over 140 pounds."

Shen Fang was stunned. Did Shen Kun have some kind of masochistic tendency? How come Shen Family Village keeps producing people like this?!

What a talent! The alluring glances from that woman in black stockings were wasted.

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