Chapter 327 Are you that happy?
After lunch, Gu Qingming took Li Xiang to discuss the land purchase. The two changed into formal attire, and Gu Yin noticed an unfamiliar young man following them.
“Those are our family members, arranged by the old man. The Chu family has professionals in real estate, so it’s better to have someone to guide you. After all, in Beijing, everyone values connections. If someone from another province comes to Beijing to develop their career without anyone to guide them, it will be a bit difficult,” Chu Yan explained.
So that's how it is. In her past life in the entertainment industry, Gu Yin knew how to divide into circles, but she didn't expect that in the business world, they would be so clearly divided. Sure enough, there is exclusion everywhere.
Having nothing to do in the afternoon, Gu Yin and Chu Yan went to the company.
Because of the merger with the Zhou family's previous branch, the company has added another floor. When I arrived at the company, Tie Mao had already been waiting there for a long time.
Once inside the office, Tie Mao first explained the company's current stage of development.
"At YingLe Media, we have invested in some TV movies, and we have also bought a batch of novels online, planning to hire directors to film them. After that, we will put our own company's actors into various dramas."
After speaking, the other party handed the document to Gu Yin.
Gu Yin flipped through the pages, then picked up a pen and quickly crossed out some of the shows.
"These three films don't need investment, but we can increase investment in these two."
She remembered those three shows: one where the male lead became a criminal, another where the director and male lead's affair was exposed, and the third where the male and female leads were caught having an affair on set by their families. All three shows were about to be filmed when they were exposed, causing huge losses for the investors!
The other two were palace dramas, which were not initially expected to be successful, but became huge hits when they were released! The male and female leads received so many contracts that they went from being third-tier to first-tier!
"These two novels are suspected of plagiarism. You can deal with it later. The rest is fine." These two novels were indeed very popular when they were adapted into TV series in the previous life, but because of the plagiarism allegations, the actors were all attacked by netizens, which was terrible.
As she flipped through the pages, Gu Yin came across her own novel.
"You bought 'Green Plum'."
Tie Mao nodded: "This is a youth campus novel, healing and inspiring, which is very suitable for young people today. We originally wanted the original author to participate as an unofficial screenwriter, but the editor said that the author was too busy to participate, so we had to give up."
Gu Yin touched her nose. She hadn't had time to write her novel lately because she was busy with the competition, and she hadn't logged into the website for a long time either. She remembered that her editor had mentioned this to her, but she was too busy and didn't agree.
"If the screenwriter has any questions later, they can ask me." She has time to ask questions, but as for involvement, forget it, she really doesn't have the time. She's squeezing in time now, and she'll be even busier later.
Tie Mao paused for a moment, thinking that the boss wanted to check the quality, so he nodded.
Chu Yan noticed Gu Yin's discomfort and raised an eyebrow: "Did you write this novel?"
Gu Yin nodded: "I had some interest in this area, and since it could make money, I opened an account. I never expected to be able to sell the copyright."
Although it ended some time ago, it still has a steady stream of subscribers, making it a truly popular novel.
Tie Mao: "...If I had known, I wouldn't have bought it so quickly. If I had bought it now, would it have been free?" What a pity.
Gu Yin: "...Is the company short of money?"
Tie Mao's eyes lit up: "We're desperate for money! We just signed a batch of new talent, and the training fees and everything are going up a lot. We haven't even recouped our investment yet, and the tech company next door is burning through cash even faster! They've already invested 30 million, and they haven't even finished a single game! We'll need to invest more later on. We're really short of money!"
Gu Yin: "..." This scene is strangely familiar. For some reason, Gu Yin seems to see herself and her company boss crying poor in her past life.
"I'll add another 200 million to the finance department later."
Tie Mao's eyes lit up: "Thank you, boss! You're so generous!"
Chu Yan snorted: "Don't be soft-hearted just because he complains about being poor. The old man still has a lot of money in the accounts of his branch company."
After Zhou Wansheng merged the branch company, he didn't take the money from the account; he gave it all to Gu Yin, so the company wasn't short of money.
Tie Mao: "..." The little boss is so stingy!
Gu Yin smiled and said, "It's alright. Money is a person's confidence. Just make me double it back later. By the way, what happened to those people from Zhou's original branch offices?"
Tie Mao shook his head: "There was no one, just a few important people, but after the handover with us, they all left."
Gu Yin hadn't expected the old man to be so thoughtful, directly getting rid of the person to avoid conflicts during the merger.
"Okay, then you can organize the financial statements and take them to the next room later. I'll go take a look next door first."
After saying that, he got up and went to YingLe Technology with Chu Yan.
The decor here is very simple, with a Syrian influence—it's raw, but also very distinctive.
Upon entering, one sees rows of computers. The seats are not full, with only seven or eight people, most of whom are recent college graduates. Of course, these are talents specially recruited from various universities at Gu Yin's request.
Gu Yin didn't disturb them and went to the manager's office, which was currently managed by Tie Mao.
Gu Yin looked at Chu Yan: "Let's hire another person later. Tie Mao can handle the media side. One person can't handle so much. We can't keep ripping off one person."
Chu Yan nodded: "Then I'll find one for you?"
Gu Yin thought of Bai Xiao and Li Li, so she shook her head: "I know someone, I'll ask him for help later."
Chu Yan gave Gu Yin one glass of water and drank the other himself: "...Who is it?"
"Bai Xiao, I met a computer guru in Hong Kong before. He should have some talent in this field under him." Even if his people are unwilling to come, it wouldn't be bad to have him recommend someone.
Bai Xiao?
"Male or female?"
Gu Yin looked up and silently glanced at Chu Yan: "..."
Chu Yan sat up straight and said seriously, "Well, after all, this is such a big matter, I have to ask about it clearly. You are inexperienced in the ways of the world, and I'm just afraid you'll be deceived."
I don't believe you!
Gu Yin wanted to roll her eyes, but considering that the other party would be leaving tomorrow, she could only helplessly say, "He's a man, much older than us, and works at the Zhou family's old residence. Don't worry."
Chu Yan smiled sheepishly, sat down next to Gu Yin, and peeled an apple for her.
"How could I put my mind at ease? You're still young and probably don't understand matters of the heart yet. I'm afraid that if I'm abroad and receive news that you've found someone you like, I'll cry myself to death overseas!" He said this with a smile, but it truly reflected Chu Yan's true feelings.
Gu Yin is outstanding, and he is not the only one who sees her beauty, nor will he ever be the only one. People admire strength, and he will never think of himself as the most outstanding or capable one. What if he is not by her side in the future, and someone even more capable gets close to her and enters her life? Besides, Gu Yin is still young, and he cannot guarantee whether she has already come to her senses.
Just as he thought of this, Chu Yan's face flushed, and the soft, warm touch was gone in an instant!
Chu Yan turned his head and saw Gu Yin continuing to eat her apple as if nothing had happened.
Chu Yan pursed his lips, unable to resist a smile, and leaned closer to Gu Yin: "Since you kissed me, you have to take responsibility. You can't be an irresponsible philanderer, or I'll ask Grandma Gu and the others to judge."
That arrogant tone left Gu Yin feeling helpless.
Chu Yan lightly bumped Gu Yin's knee with his knee: "Did you hear that?"
"uh-huh."
Chu Yan was so excited that he grinned foolishly, "Hehe!"
Gu Yin: "...Are you that happy?"
Chu Yan immediately nodded: "Happy!" After saying that, he continued to grin foolishly, showing no sign of being the heir to a billionaire's fortune at all.
Seeing him laughing happily, Gu Yin couldn't help but laugh as well.
Tie Mao, who had come over with the financial statements, saw the two men smiling happily and smiled along with them. He then casually asked, "Why are the bosses smiling so happily?"
Chu Yan immediately stopped smiling, regained his serious expression, put his hands in his pockets, and remained silent.
Tie Mao: "..." What's wrong? Am I a laughter suppressant? You're unhappy the moment I arrive? Rich people's minds are hard to fathom!
Gu Yin stood up: "Put the report here for now. Go ahead and do what you need to do. I'll call you if there are any problems."
Upon hearing this, Tie Mao put down his things and left the office.
It was the first time Gu Yin had seen a financial statement. Although she was smart, she still couldn't understand something unfamiliar to her.
The two sat on the sofa, one teaching and the other learning, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.
If Wang Yanzhi hadn't called to ask if they were coming back for dinner, the two wouldn't have realized it was already dark.
After ordering some food for the employees of both companies who were working overtime, Gu Yin and Chu Yan went back.
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