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 242 The National Treasure Was Donated?

Shen Fang took out his phone and dialed Ye Daying's number.

The call was connected.

"Hey, Brother Ye."

"Hey bro, you're back?"

"Yeah, I just got home."

"When should we get together? Your parents are visiting, so as their older brother, I should pay them a visit."

"Okay, then Brother Ye will stay with me at noon today. I'll invite my master and we'll have a get-together at noon."

"No problem, I'll bring you some good stuff later."

"Brother Ye, bring your good buddy Ma Weidu along. I have something here that I need him to take a look at."

"Huh? Bro, you actually managed to find some antiques?"

"I don't know if it's true, but my dad is into this. I saw one of his little gadgets that I thought was quite interesting. Why don't you ask Brother Ma to come and take a look? He's an expert in this area."

"Okay, no problem, I'll be there in a bit."

The call ended.

Shen Fang then called Zhang Yimou, Chen Daoming, Zhang Guoli, and Wang Gang to arrange a get-together at noon.

"Dad, your idol, Teacher Wang Gang, will be coming over in a little while. How about I arrange a fan meeting for you?"

Mr. Shen was very excited when he heard this.

"Really? Son?"

Shen Fang distributed cigarettes to everyone.

"I forgot to tell you, Uncle Wang signed with our Longteng."

Suddenly, Dad stood up.

"What's wrong? You scared me! Why are you so clumsy? Don't frighten your daughters-in-law. Are you having another episode?"

Liu Yue'e glared at Shen Tianliang, clearly displeased. "What kind of behavior is this?"

Shen's father looked at Shen Fang: "Son, take me to my room to tidy up, do my hair, and find me some decent clothes. This is my first time meeting my idol, so I need to be formal. Your clothes are fine."

Shen Fang was overjoyed: "Dad, my clothes are way too big for you."

Shen Fang is 180cm tall, and his father is only 175cm.

Dad waved his hand: "It's okay, just wear more clothes and put on some padding."

Liu Yue'e said disdainfully, "Wallet, you're showing off. Are you meeting your idol or going on a blind date? You're not getting any younger."

Shen's father rolled his eyes at Liu Yue'e: "You don't understand, son, let's go."

Shen Fang led Shen's father to the second-floor bathroom. Shen's father washed his hair first and shaved his beard clean. Shen Fang helped him style his hair with hair wax and hair gel. Then she opened her wardrobe. Shen's father jumped around, wearing a black leather jacket. Clothes make the man, and a saddle makes the horse.

Dad doesn't usually care much about his appearance, and his hair is always a messy, unkempt style. People from Guangdong don't care much about these things; they just do whatever makes them comfortable. But after tidying himself up, he actually looks quite like a handsome middle-aged man, after all, he has the good looks.

Dad looked in the mirror and nodded in satisfaction.

"Son, how's it going?"

Shen Fang looked him up and down.

"Not bad, you look much younger, but Dad, your belly is sticking out."

Dad looked down at his beer belly and patted the rippling waves.

"I've been too indulgent these past few years, oh dear, this belly."

Shen Fang smiled and said, "So what if you're a little chubby? As long as my mom doesn't mind, that's fine. Let's go downstairs and let my mom take a look."

The two walked down the stairs.

"Honey, how is it? Isn't it handsome?"

Shen Tianliang stroked his chin and looked at Liu Yue'e.

Liu Yue'e glanced at it.

"What's so handsome about him? He's so old. Even if you're handsome, can you be as handsome as my son? You're just a show-off."

Dad Shen...

"Uncle is very handsome. It's amazing that you can still look like this at your age," Chen Huilin praised.

Dad was overjoyed.

"You have a good eye, Kobayashi, hehe."

Liu Qianqian also showered her with compliments.

"My uncle is very stylish, manly, and cool."

Fan Xiaopang followed suit.

Dad was extremely proud of himself.

Liu Yue'e pouted. That show-off has been with her for so many years, always so unkempt, and now he's dressed up specially for his idol? Humph!

This is only possible because Shen's father idolizes Wang Gang. If it were a female idol, Shen's father's face would be covered in smears tonight.

Everyone chatted and laughed, getting along harmoniously. As expected of a seasoned intellectual, Chen Ma was witty and charming, taking meticulous care of the three women and Man Shen. Everyone was praised to the skies, and everyone had a smile on their face. She was an absolute master of impartiality, treating everyone well and making people feel comfortable.

Knock, knock, knock, the doorbell rang.

Shen Fang stood up, opened the door, and saw Ye Daying, Ma Weidu, Zhang Guoli, Wang Gang, and Zhang Yimou all together.

"Please come in, please come in."

The group entered the house.

Shen Fang introduced the two women to Shen's parents.

Mr. and Mrs. Shen warmly shook hands with everyone.

Shen's father held Wang Gang's hand very warmly.

"Teacher Wang, I am a loyal fan of yours. Your portrayal of Heshen was superb. It was fantastic."

Wang Gang laughed: "Thank you, you like it."

"No, no, no, you're too kind, Teacher Wang. We must have a good drink together at noon."

“Teacher Chen, this is the first time we’ve met since Xiao Fang became your student. If there’s anything you need in the future, please don’t hesitate to ask. Xiao Fang is under your tutelage, so please teach him well.”

Chen Daoming smiled and said, "Xiao Fang is a smart, decisive, and capable child. I can't teach him much more."

"It is his blessing to be able to become your disciple. I will set up another table tonight and we must have a few more drinks."

Mr. and Mrs. Shen were very enthusiastic in interacting with everyone.

Ma Weidu stared intently at the gold hairpin on the table, occasionally glancing at the jade bracelets on the three women's wrists.

Shen Fang distributed cigarettes to everyone.

"Brother Ma, take a look. I don't think this is an ordinary item."

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