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 355 Beijing Circle, Northwest Circle

This woman is shameless, acting like a mistress with such swagger, following her everywhere, asserting her dominance, and forcing Jin Qiaoqiao to step in. Unfortunately, Fatty Yu was just playing around with her. Although Fatty Yu is ugly, he's a master at having affairs, so why would he stop because of Yuan Li, a mere crooked tree?

Yuan Li, the founder of "Crazy Literature," spends her time posting ads on Weibo and Tianya Community, using alternate accounts to share insider information, claiming that others are persecuting, bullying, and stealing her roles, making quite a few jokes. You could say you're using alternate accounts, but netizens have already seen through them, and instead of changing them, you go around acting crazy. Then there's the dog-stealing incident, where a big star acted like a clown, stealing a dog while her ex-boyfriend was asleep in the middle of the night, and it was exposed on Weibo.

However, many netizens later came to understand Yuan Li's behavior. After all, she loved her pets, and many couples who broke up had followed Yuan Li's example and stole dogs in the middle of the night.

PS: Yuan Li's dog theft incident: When Yuan Li was with her ex-boyfriend, they had a dog. After their relationship broke down, Yuan Li stole the dog on a dark and stormy night and even posted photos of herself with the dog on her WeChat Moments to show off.

Yuan Li's ex-boyfriend, furious, tried to contact her to get his dog back, but she wouldn't reply. He then posted an angry message exposing her actions online. Yuan Li insisted that she had paid for the dog and wanted it back, arguing that he bought it and Yuan Li shouldn't have stolen it. She also claimed he had always been the one taking care of the dog.

This incident has become an unsolved mystery in the entertainment industry. Some couples don't want their children after a breakup, while others even steal their dogs. Perhaps only those who actually own dogs truly understand. How many people, after questioning Yuan Li, can truly empathize with her, and how many others could become like her?

Yuan Li was quite sensible; she greeted Shen Fang, Albert Yeung, and Charles Heung before leaving.

"Brother, what a grand affair today!" Fatty Yu said with a smile, offering cigarettes to the group.

Shen Fang smiled and said, "It's alright."

Fatty Yu pointed to the two Wang brothers not far away.

"Why are there so many Chinese people here today? It seems like the whole city has come out."

Shen Fang smiled and said, "They brought their artists over to celebrate Director Zhang's success."

Fatty Yu smiled slightly, instantly understanding. Even President Shen wasn't angry; he was just worrying about things that weren't his concern.

"President Shen, I heard that Minister Liu is also coming today?"

"Yes, I'll be over in a bit. I'm here today to discuss the CPEM agreement, a collaboration between the two regions to develop the mainland film and television industry. Mr. Yu, you should already know about this, so why are you asking when you already know the answer?"

Fatty Yu smiled and said, "I know, but I don't know the specifics. Mr. Shen, could you tell me? Are there any hidden benefits?"

Shen Fang narrowed his eyes. The fatso is actually quite clever.

Albert Yeung and Charles Heung were also taken aback. There were hidden benefits?

"Tell me about it, Mr. Shen. I, Lao Yu, am sensible. Wang Zhongjun is short-sighted. He thinks he has connections, but he's just a bunch of rich kids and some money launderers. They'll never amount to anything. The domestic film and television industry will definitely become more and more regulated and standardized in the future. Crooked ways can't be brought to the table. Mr. Shen, you're a big shot, a man of great wisdom. We want to follow you. Just give us a little something."

Shen Fang glanced at Fatty Yu. He didn't believe the fat man's words. Was it so easy to pledge allegiance? But Fatty Yu was indeed quite smart, better than Wang Zhongjun. He had vision and foresight.

"There are indeed hidden benefits. Since Mr. Yu asked me, I'll tell you. In addition to the equal treatment between Hong Kong and the mainland in this agreement, there are extra subsidies for the filming location fees, and there will be extra preferential treatment for filming. Furthermore, there are many preferential treatments for Hong Kong media companies to set up companies in the mainland, not only in terms of taxation, but also in terms of additional subsidies."

Xiang Huaqiang and Yang Shoucheng's eyes lit up when they heard this; this was great news!

Fatty Yu was speechless: "Then we don't get any benefits?"

Shen Fang smiled and said, "Let me finish. After co-productions, the film special fund paid will be reduced by half. We can also get 30% of the profits from the film and television bases built for domestic blockbusters. However, the investment amount must be at least 100 million RMB and must meet certain standards, namely annual box office performance and award-winning works. The local government and film and television base will also provide additional rewards."

Fatty Yu's eyes lit up upon hearing this.

"That's great! People have more and more money in their pockets, so the tourism industry will definitely develop very well in the future. This will be a good business opportunity. The government also provides additional incentives."

"It's certainly a good thing, but the location of the film and television base for this project hasn't been decided yet. Currently, Xiangshan, Feilong, Hengdian, Zhenbeibao, Huairou, Wuxi, and Tunzhou have all expressed interest. We'll see which one is more sincere."

"Overall, this plan has provided great support for cooperation between the two places. We must join hands to create a better future."

Fatty Yu gave a thumbs up: "President Shen, you go ahead, and I, Old Yu, will follow."

Albert Yeung stroked his chin: "Mr. Shen, what do you think about me opening an Emperor Group branch in mainland China? After all, I've already decided to move north this time, so I can't do without a base."

Shen Fang smiled and said, "Of course, let's establish a stronghold."

Xiang Huaqiang doesn't have such thoughts. His special status makes it possible for him to invest in the mainland, but he wouldn't dare to put all his wealth into the mainland for fear of being purged.

More and more people are coming.

People from Beijing's elite circles, including Ye Daying, Wang Shuo, Xu Cairen, Jiang Wen, Jiang Wu, Ma Weidu, and Yu Hua, were all present.

Wang Changtian of Enlight Media, Li Xiaowan of Rongxingda Media, Big Dog of Xiaoma Benteng Media, Cai Yinong of Tangren Media, Wu Kebo of Orange Sky Media, and other well-known media company executives were all present.

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