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 714 A Twisted Fate

"Brother, are we just supposed to watch him get rich?" Wang Zhonglei was incredibly envious after reading the newspaper report.

Damn, how much money is this going to make? In US dollars! It's so tempting! Not only do you make money, but you also become famous. Is there anything more prestigious in this industry?

Wang Zhongjun gritted his teeth: "Yes, why can Longteng do it, but we Chinese can't? We can make big-budget productions too!!!"

"But brother, we don't have any money."

"If you don't have money, find a way. You can't even beg for alms. Besides, those people have washed so many clothes here. If we make a big production, it will be a good opportunity for them."

"Brother, this is getting out of hand, it's going to be difficult to handle."

Wang Zhongjun glanced at Wang Zhonglei: "The bolder the man, the greater the harvest! If this continues, Longteng will steal the limelight from Huayi! Huayi used to be the number one media company in the entertainment industry!!! Let's do it!!!"

Wang Zhonglei nodded: "Let's do it!!!"

"By the way, bro, what's up with that kid Wu Kebo?"

Wang Zhongjun sneered: "What he took from me, I will make him spit it out. I will settle scores and avenge every wrong. Does he really think that by poaching Wang Jinhua, he can sweep through the entertainment industry?"

"Wang Jinhua is such an easy person to get along with. How could a blockhead like Wu Kebo possibly gain control of someone from her? That's wishful thinking! He must have thought that since Wang Jinhua could betray me, she could definitely betray him too. Just wait and see what happens."

"Release as much dirt as you can, don't hold back. PR team, go all out, don't hesitate, make sure every artist under Orange Sky Entertainment is covered in dirt. I'll make sure they know the price of offending me!!!"

In a short time, Longteng Media, which had been struggling in the industry, once again became famous in China. At the same time, its big-budget films showed Chinese filmmakers the way to Hollywood, prompting them to give it a try. Capital also realized that the film and television industry was about to heat up and that it was time to make money.

Tan Palace.

"Brother Xiaoming, President Shen is really amazing! Sister Xixi is too incredible. She conquered Hollywood at the age of 16. That's amazing!" Zhang Ruoyun said with eyes full of admiration and envy.

Huang Xiaoming also looked envious. Hollywood, what a prestigious place! When will I be able to go there?

"Old Pan, haven't you thought about anything?" Huang Xiaoming asked, leaning closer to Pan Yueming, who was constantly fiddling with his phone.

What are you doing?

Pan Yueming chuckled: "Texting my girlfriend."

"Tsk tsk, the stale smell of romance." Huang Bo joked.

"What does he look like? Do you have a photo? Is he a celebrity?"

Pan Yueming nodded: "Call her Dong Lianhua."

Huang Bo?

"What the hell? Dong Lianhua???"

Pan Yueming nodded: "Yeah, what's wrong, Brother Bo? Why are you reacting so strongly?"

Huang Bo looked at Pan Yueming speechlessly: "You bastard, just break up with him already."

Pan Yueming was bewildered: "Why?"

Huang Bo shrugged: "Her fault lies with Xixi, and I've seen it firsthand. She offended her to her face. At that time, Xixi had just debuted and was filming 'The Story of a Noble Family,' where she was the female lead. When Xixi first joined the crew, she was acting strangely on set. Later, Xiao Fang and I went over, and Xiao Fang smoothed things over. This woman isn't the kind of girl who looks innocent; she's actually very cunning."

"But none of that matters. What matters is that you've offended Xixi, do you understand? You're like a dung beetle pushing a dung ball, asking for trouble!!! Don't you understand what Xixi's place is in Xiao Fang's heart? You dare to mess with a woman like that? You don't want to stay in Longteng anymore!!!"

"Is that so?" Pan Yueming was dumbfounded.

Huang Xiaoming, Zhang Ruoyun, and Shen Teng all looked like onlookers, watching the drama unfold.

Huang Bo rolled his eyes: "Do you think I can fool you about this? Even if Lady Qianqian is magnanimous, this can't be ignored once it's happened. If Xiao Fang finds out, you're definitely in for a world of hurt. And listen to me, I've seen more than you've ever walked the road. This woman is no good. You're so handsome, and you're the face of Longteng's male artists."

"You're one of a kind in this industry now, with resources, background, and treatment—you can have it all. What kind of woman can't you find? Don't gamble with your promising future."

“But…” Pan Yueming hesitated. He felt that Dong Bailian was not that kind of person.

Huang Bo gave Huang Xiaoming a wink.

Huang Xiaoming gave Shen Teng a wink, and Huang Bo snatched Pan Yueming's phone. Huang Xiaoming and Shen Teng then held Pan Yueming down.

Huang Bo made a series of moves.

Send a text message: Let's break up. My supervisor said I can't date you. Goodbye.

Then just block and delete them.

The phone was returned to Pan Yueming.

Pan Yueming was furious: "What are you doing?!"

Huang Bo patted Pan Yueming's cheek: "My silly little brother, I'm helping you, you know? If it were anyone else, I wouldn't bother with their business. If it were any other company, I'd definitely be looking forward to seeing you make a fool of yourself."

"You're still hesitating about this? Have you thought about the consequences? If you insist on being with her, the consequence will be that you leave Longteng and even be blacklisted. I know Xiao Fang. He's incredibly good to his own people, but he's ruthless and decisive when it comes to those who betray him or outsiders, cutting them off completely."

If you leave Longteng, there's only one outcome: you'll become an ordinary citizen, and you can forget about ever working in this industry again. You've come this far; it hasn't been easy for you. I don't want you to make a rash decision and go astray.

Think about it carefully. Is it worth it for a woman? Is Dong Bailian worth giving up your dreams, your career, and everything you have now?

She's just playing along with you, hoping to use your current popularity to climb the social ladder and become a phoenix. When you're penniless, do you think she'll still want to be with you? Don't be ridiculous!!!

Pan Yueming was stunned. Dong Bailian had indeed taken the initiative to pursue her, and recently she had asked him to find a way to get her some roles in the Dragon Soaring drama.

Just like Huang Bo said, could he really give up everything and be with Dong Bailian? Even if Dong Bailian was willing, he couldn't let her support him.

The two had only known each other for less than three months.

Huang Bo gave Xiaoming a wink: "You have a lot of connections, find her a girl with good character and all the right qualities."

Huang Xiaoming patted his chest and said, "No problem, Yueming. You're just too naive. Just come with me for the next couple of days, and I'll take you out to have some fun."