Chapter 406: Recently Developed

On the day of Zhu Wanwen's wedding, Hu Xiaoxiao put on a well-tailored bridesmaid dress, slightly adjusted her makeup, concealed the brilliance, and just stood behind Zhu Wanwen, acting as a dedicated bridesmaid.

Zhu Wanwen was very busy that day, and Hu Xiaoxiao, who was also a bridesmaid, was even busier. She not only had to do the work of a bridesmaid, but also had to take good care of the bride and make her the most beautiful and shining on this day.

After a busy day, it's time for the evening party.

Zhu Wanwen was exhausted after a long day and wasn't as energetic as during the day. He said to Hu Xiaoxiao, "Parties are more relaxing, not as solemn as during the day, so we can relax a lot. But parties are a great opportunity to meet celebrities. Xiaoxiao, if you meet someone you want to meet, remember to give me a hint."

The Ji family was able to do such a big business in Baogang, and their connections were unmatched by ordinary people. Those who attended the party included not only the Ji family's relatives, company executives, but also real celebrities.

Although Hu Xiaoxiao was somewhat well-known in the celebrity circle, she didn't know or have connections with all of them. Tonight was indeed a great opportunity to meet people. However, she had more important things to do tonight.

Hu Xiaoxiao handed Zhu Wanwen a cup of strong coffee to wake her up. "Okay, I know how to do it."

Zhu Wanwen drank half a cup of strong coffee in one breath, and after catching his breath, he said, "Fortunately, coffee saved my life."

"Didn't you get enough rest last night?"

"There's so much going on, I'm busy until very late." Zhu Wanwen saw Hu Xiaoxiao still full of energy and said enviously, "You have so much energy. You've taken care of me all day and you don't look tired at all. I wish I had your stamina."

"Then you have to eat as much as I do." Hu Xiaoxiao brought over a plate of snacks to fill his stomach.

Zhu Wanwen looked at the plate full of dim sum and shook his head quickly: "If I eat so much, I will die of obesity."

"Will your father-in-law come over tonight?" Hu Xiaoxiao asked after taking a bite of the dessert.

"Do you have something to do with my father-in-law?"

"I want to discuss some business with him."

Zhu Wanwen thought for a moment and said, "He should come over to show up. He's been taking care of his health in recent years and has to go to bed at ten o'clock. If he comes, I'll say hello to you. He has always admired you. When Achi and I were dating, he knew we were good friends and he mentioned you to me before. So, even if he doesn't come over tonight, I'll invite you to the Ji family for dinner in a few days. I'm sure he won't mind."

"Ji Sheng is indeed good at praising people, and he praises people very often." After all, praising people doesn't cost any money.

Zhu Wanwen understood what Hu Xiaoxiao meant and couldn't help laughing. Everyone at the TV station knew what kind of person her father-in-law was.

"What kind of business do you want to discuss with him?" Zhu Wanwen asked, "Is it about movie promotion?"

Seeing that no one else was in the lounge, Hu Xiaoxiao said, "I want to rent the entire Ji family cinema chain."

Zhu Wanwen was shocked by Hu Xiaoxiao's generosity: "Ji's Cinema Chain makes a good profit every year. If you want to rent the entire cinema chain, it will be very expensive."

Especially since it was rented from the stingy Ji Sheng, one can imagine how high the asking price would be.

Hu Xiaoxiao took a sip of Coke and a snack, then said, "There's nothing we can do about it. If Shengshi Entertainment wants to continue, it must have its own cinema chain. Even if I have a good relationship with you, and the Ji family increases the screening schedule for you, it's still far from enough."

Zhu Wanwen understood what Hu Xiaoxiao meant. Renting Ji's Cinema Chain would not only solve the scheduling problem of Shengshi Entertainment's films, but also provide the confidence to negotiate with other cinema chains.

With cinema chains in hand, they have bargaining chips. In order to obtain the screening schedule of Shengshi Entertainment Cinemas, other cinema chains and film companies not only dare not boycott or make things difficult for Shengshi Entertainment as before, but even have to please Shengshi Entertainment and ask for some food from Shengshi Entertainment.

If Shengshi Entertainment could acquire Ji's cinema chain, it would become a giant in the film industry, with a single stomp of its foot shaking the entire industry. Coupled with Hu Xiaoxiao's star-making abilities, Zhu Wanwen could already imagine how astonishing Shengshi Entertainment's future development would be.

Zhu Wanwen thought carefully. If Hu Xiaoxiao was willing to offer a price that would satisfy her father-in-law, perhaps they could actually acquire the entire cinema chain. She had heard from Ji Dechi that Ji's Cinema Chain's profits had been much lower in recent years. The main reason wasn't just the market downturn, but also another crucial factor: most of the cinemas under Ji's Cinema Chain were old, and annual maintenance costs alone were a significant expense. After deducting maintenance costs, profits were far lower than before, and some of the oldest cinemas even suffered losses annually.

If the rent earned each year is higher than the profit from previous years, then this business is indeed viable.

Whether considering the interests of the Ji family or the development of his friend's company, Zhu Wanwen supports this matter in his heart.

The party was about to begin. After the newlyweds Zhu Wanwen and Ji Dechi gave their opening remarks, they officially announced the start of the party.

Hu Xiaoxiao brought a glass of red wine and toasted the bride and groom first, then chatted with some friends he knew. During this time, Zhu Wanwen called Hu Xiaoxiao over, and it turned out that the bride and groom were chatting with the senior executives of the TV station.

The general manager of the TV station, Lu Shengkang, was an old friend of Hu Xiaoxiao's. Of course, there was also an older and more familiar friend, Charlie. Also standing nearby were Linda, A-Zhan, and others.

"Long time no see." Hu Xiaoxiao walked over and clinked glasses with everyone familiarly. "Mr. Lu, you look good. It seems that your life is going well. Congratulations. Hey, Charlie, why have you lost weight? Have you been losing weight recently? Sister Linda, you look much prettier again..."

Hu Xiaoxiao greeted everyone one by one and chatted with each of them.

Lu Shengkang teased her, "You're still as eloquent as ever. How's it going, Little God of Wealth? Have you become prosperous again recently? When can we share in your fortune?"

Hu Xiaoxiao sighed, "It's not that easy to get rich. I won't be able to make it any further soon."

Charlie took a sip of his drink and said with a smile, "If you can't make it, you can come back to the TV station. We welcome you anytime."

"If I really go back to the TV station, I won't follow you. I want to follow Sister Linda." Hu Xiaoxiao said with a deliberately stern face.

Charlie laughed. "With your current status and position, I wouldn't dare be your boss. It's more like you being my boss."

Lu Shengkang smiled and said, "If Xiaoxiao returns to the TV station, I'll make you the deputy general manager, specifically in charge of the production department, and then I'll let Charlie and Linda help you."

Hu Xiaoxiao was very interested and said, "If that's the case, I really want to come back. Charlie, you always made me a vase back then. Now I want you to act, be a vase, and die for women."

Linda interjected, "Charlie's looks can't make him a vase. At best, he can be the base of a vase."