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 335 Discussion

Shen Fang was overjoyed: "One jin is fine, I thought you were only going to give me two liang."

Han Sanping... Damn, you gave too much.

Shen Fang's expression changed, and he looked at Han Sanping very seriously.

"Uncle, Jin Tianxia's collaboration with me isn't just about making a co-production and cashing in."

Han Sanping was taken aback upon hearing this.

"What is that?"

Shen Fang told Han Sanping about Jin Tianxia's idea and dismissed it.

Han Sanping didn't furrow his brow. He took a sip of tea without saying a word and stared at Shen Fang in silence for a long while.

What do you mean?

Shen Fang smiled slightly: "What I mean is not important. What is important is how the higher-ups view this matter."

Han Sanping glanced at Chen Fang.

"Since you've come to me, you must have already reached a conclusion on this matter, right?"

Shen Fang flashed his bright white teeth: "No one is as wise as you."

Shen Fang explained his plan in detail.

After listening, Han Sanping looked at Chen Fang with great satisfaction.

“You’ve considered three aspects of this matter very well. First, the relationship between China and Japan is good now, so if the Japanese animation industry wants to enter China, we can’t stop them. Second, you’re quite ruthless when it comes to the benefits you want. Third, your efforts in cultivating the animation industry are excellent. Although I don’t understand it, we can’t just hand over our own industry to others. Temporary concessions are acceptable, but we can’t allow Japanese culture to colonize and devour China’s animation market.”

"However, you need to understand one thing: it's okay to let them in, but you have to know their weaknesses."

Shen Fang sneered: "Jin Tianxia wants to enter the Chinese market just to make money. I'll just buy the broadcasting rights for 30 years. I won't let him raise the price. Besides, this time we have the initiative. We can't kill him by haggling."

"As for the DVD industry, it won't be booming for many more years. We can let them have a piece of the pie, and we can also get a share ourselves."

Han Sanping nodded.

"Xiao Xuan, you're only 18 this year, but your shrewdness and cunning are truly remarkable. You handled this matter very well."

"I'll help you make a connection, but China Film Group and CCTV might take some of your Bilibili shares."

Shen Fang smiled and said, "No problem. I'm willing to give my endorsement from the government. However, I can only give up to 20% of the shares, and I will retain the final decision-making power and veto power."

Han Sanping nodded: "Of course, we old folks don't understand these new things, and you are a talent that Liu and I value highly, so we will fully support you."

Shen Fang cupped his hands in greeting: "There's no time to lose. Please contact Director Liu and we can discuss this matter."

Han Sanping nodded.

"Oh, by the way, Jin Tianxia has finalized the deal with me. Their company will invest 25 million US dollars, and the remaining 25 million US dollars will be given to me to make a Three Kingdoms movie. I'm going to make a movie about Zhao Zilong. Director Zhang has already agreed to take on the role. Uncle Han, do you want to get involved?"

Han Sanping glanced at Chen Fang.

What do you think?

Shen Fang laughed loudly: "Of course you'll get a share."

Han Sanping smiled slightly: "You're a sensible kid. China Film Group will invest 10 million US dollars, and the rest is up to you. By the way, bring along the Chinese and Bona Film Group members; they're all in the same circle."

Shen Fang narrowed his eyes but didn't say anything more.

"Okay, I'll listen to you. We'll all eat together; I don't want to eat alone."

Han Sanping patted Shen Fang on the shoulder, as if to say, "This kid is teachable."

“Xiao Fang, it’s good that you understand this. There’s a group of second-generation Chinese behind the Chinese, and a group of bosses in the Beijing circle. Bona is also backed by Yindu and CITIC.”

Shen Fang was quite surprised. He hadn't expected these two companies to have such a background. Tsk, Beijing is a place where shallow waters breed many turtles.