Zhang Damao's gaze fell on Xiao Weiguo's face, and he couldn't hide the surprise in his eyes.

"Chairman Xiao, what do you mean?"

He even put down his chopsticks, waiting intently for Xiao Weiguo's answer.

Xiao Weiguo smiled slightly and placed a plump sea cucumber on the plate in front of him.

"Brother Zhang, come and try the sea cucumber I made."

Zhang Damao had no appetite for sea cucumbers at that moment.

He leaned closer to Xiao Weiguo and asked eagerly.

"Chairman Xiao, please speak frankly. Do you have any connections in this area, or do you know any famous directors?"

From his current perspective, it's understandable that Xiao Weiguo, as a successful businessman, would know some people in the entertainment industry.

After all, no matter how great a director or star is, without the support of capital, it's all nonsense.

Unexpectedly, Xiao Weiguo shook his head and said...

"I don't know you. I've never had any dealings with anyone in the entertainment industry. If I had to say, the biggest director I know is you."

Xiao Weiguo was not lying. He had always had the idea of ​​starting an entertainment company, but he did not intend to rely on anyone.

The biggest requirement for getting into the entertainment industry is capital. Currently, there aren't many people in China with more capital than him to do this, so there's no need for him to ask others for help.

Zhang Damao was the only person he knew who was involved in this circle. If it weren't for knowing his talent in his past life, Xiao Weiguo wouldn't have taken the initiative to win him over.

With plenty of money in hand, why worry about not being able to hire good directors and artists?

Just as Zhang Damao was feeling disappointed, Xiao Weiguo continued.

"If you want to succeed, why rely on others? You have talent, and I have money. If you cooperate with me, are you still afraid of not having a chance to succeed?"

You have talent, I have money.

That simple sentence left Zhang Damao stunned.

Is it possible that Zhang Damao couldn't have thought of such a basic logic?

No, it's that he simply doesn't dare to think about it.

There are many wealthy people in the world, and Xiao Weiguo is not the only one. There are plenty of people richer than Xiao Weiguo.

But there was no one who could put those words in front of him.

Nobody's money comes from thin air. The purpose of capital is to make a profit. He is an unknown director who has not been tested by the market. Who would dare to invest a lot of money in him?

That's all real money; if it fails, a huge amount of money will be thrown in and won't even make a sound.

"Chairman Xiao, you think so highly of me?"

Zhang Damao was still somewhat incredulous. They hadn't even exchanged a few words at their first meeting; what made Xiao Weiguo believe him?

He couldn't quite understand it.

Xiao Weiguo took out a cigarette and handed it to Zhang Damao. Zhang Damao took it blankly. Xiao Weiguo then lit a lighter and held it out in front of him.

The two took a drag of their cigarettes, and Xiao Weiguo put a hand on his shoulder and said softly.

"I've always been good at judging people. If I set my sights on someone, I'm willing to take a gamble. That's how it was with my garment factory, with my investment in Lao Bai, and with my investment in Dr. Zhang. I trust my judgment in you just the same way."

"I guess I'm a successful businessman now? But I really don't have any extraordinary business acumen, nor am I the business prodigy the old man talks about. My success is entirely due to my courage, my willingness to take risks. So, Brother Zhang, do you have that kind of guts?"

Xiao Weiguo's words stirred Zhang Damao's blood.

Yes, they're all young people. How come they've achieved so much before they're even twenty? It's all thanks to their daring and hard work!

Why am I still unsuccessful at this age?

As a genius, he was proud and never thought he was inferior to anyone, including that foreign director, whom he didn't take seriously.

What he lacks is an opportunity, a stage where he can unleash his full potential and showcase his talents.

Xiao Weiguo's words have made his stance clear: they dare to place a heavy bet on him; it remains to be seen whether he dares to accept it.

If he still hesitates at this point, he's not a genius, he's a fool.

He's certainly not stupid. To have reached the same level of success in this industry as he did in his previous life, he must have more than enough emotional intelligence and IQ.

"Chairman Xiao, now that you've brought it up, tell me, what do you need me to do?"

Zhang Damao steeled himself and went straight to the point.

Xiao Weiguo sat up straight.

"Brother Zhang, as someone who dreams of becoming a director, you must have a few scripts that you're satisfied with, right?"

At this point, Zhang Damao became a little embarrassed.

"Chairman Xiao, to be honest, I do have two of those notebooks, but..."

At this point, he glanced at Xiao Weiguo, and seeing that Xiao Weiguo didn't react, he continued.

"However, I showed the script to some directors, and they all said that my work was out of step with the times, somewhat unorthodox, and could not possibly be recognized by the market."

At that moment, Xiao Weiguo slapped his thigh.

“Okay, that’s exactly what I want. If I were to follow the mainstream and make those ordinary things, I could easily spend a few dollars and find a whole bunch of people eager to make them. Why would I need you?”

"Chairman Xiao, are you really not afraid of losing money on me?"

Even Zhang Damao was shocked by Xiao Weiguo's radical ideas and asked hesitantly.

"Brother Zhang, when you get back, take your notebook and come directly to the Panlong Group Building in Shang County to find me."

Xiao Weiguo didn't waste any words and gave him a clear answer directly.

Although their conversation was not loud, it had already attracted the attention of everyone at the table.

Old Bai craned his neck and asked him.

"Mr. Xiao, you're thinking of making a movie? Hey, hey, hey, could you give me a role so I can show my face and experience being a star?"

Before Xiao Weiguo could answer, Zhang Damao interjected.

"If I were to make a film, even the investors couldn't just throw in any person; otherwise, the quality of the work couldn't be guaranteed."

Feng Wanlin chuckled at his words.

"Bro, did you hear that? Don't go and drag down other people's quality."

The way he said that made it sound like I was a defective product. Old Bai glared at him angrily.

The old man also noticed what they were talking about, and only then did he express his opinion.

“Da Mao, I would be most at ease if you could cooperate with Wei Guo. This kid may seem unreliable, but he is very decisive in his work. He never makes any big mistakes when he decides to do something. You can work with him with peace of mind.”

Bai Zhenxuan's words were like a final reassurance to Zhang Damao, immediately making him make up his mind.

"Okay, Mr. Xiao, I'll go back tomorrow, finish up the work there, and then head over to your place immediately. I hope you'll take good care of me in the future."

Xiao Weiguo raised his glass with a smile.

"I wish us a pleasant cooperation."