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Chapter 167 Tang Wen: Okay, okay, I’m a noob, right? (Subscribe)
"…Sequoia Capital published an investment guide every month. It ranked Renren as the second most worthy Internet company to invest in since 2000. The first one was Ma Yun's Alibaba.

At present, many investment institutions have given Renren a valuation ranging from 5 million to 8 million yuan.

After reading the basic information of Renren, we talked about capital valuation.

Zhang Weiping's face darkened.

Wait until all the news is finished.

Zhang Yimou waved his hand, and the team members walked out of the meeting room one after another.

He and Zhang Weiping were the only ones left in the room.

He didn't give any advice at the first time.

Instead, he handed over a Monkey King cigarette that he often smoked and lit it for Zhang Weiping.

After finishing a cigarette, he spoke calmly:
"Weiping, let me come out and explain it with you."

Zhang Weiping's face turned pale, even though he understood Tang Wen's influence.

But he still couldn't let go of his pride.

He cursed, “It was definitely them who exposed the script and showed no respect for martial ethics!

How about we expose them?
This is a taboo in the industry. Using your influence will definitely cause public outrage in the industry."

Zhang Yimou scratched his hair helplessly and suppressed his anger:
"And then what? A full-scale war breaks out, and our script is completely exposed?
Or, they use their influence to boycott our films.

Don’t forget about China Film Group?

People outside are saying that you, Boss Zhang, have a strong backing and are very capable. You slapped the face of Boss Han of China Film Group and kicked him out..."

Zhang Weiping didn't say anything, just took big puffs of the cigarette. After he finished, he switched to his usual Huanghelou cigarette.

Click, click

The lighter won't light a fire.

He cursed and threw his lighter to the ground.

What Zhang Yimou said is correct.

But he didn't want to listen, and shouted in frustration: "Who the hell is Tang Wen! When I was out there, he was still a baby! You want me to bow my head? Impossible!"

Snapped!
He swung the glass ashtray and threw it hard on the ground.

With a bang, the glass ashtray exploded and splashed everywhere.

Zhang Yimou's face also turned dark.

For a moment, he felt that his past tolerance and compromise were not worth it.

Zhang Weiping became more and more autocratic.

The downstairs of the company was crowded with reporters.

Seeing Zhang Weiping coming out, they swarmed over.

"Excuse me, why are you slandering Director Tang Wen and Chinese films on the Internet?"

The reporter opened his mouth.

Zhang Wei held his breath and wanted to kill someone. His lips trembled and he couldn't speak. He stretched out his hand and pointed at the reporter.

The driver and assistant quickly helped him into the car, broke through the blockade of reporters, and left.

"Mr. Zhang, don't take it too seriously. This matter will surely be over in a few days."

In the car, the assistant comforted him casually.

Zhang Weiping took it to heart.

Yes, the guy who exposed the script of "Hero" obviously had some reservations and did not dare to release the entire script.

In that case, he would stay at home for a few days. Would he dare to continue to expose it and risk the wrath of the entire industry?
So when he got home, he turned off his cell phone.

I asked the nanny to cook a few dishes and started drinking alone.

After drinking, he fell asleep.

All I can say is that he doesn't understand his opponent well enough.

When Tang Wen takes action, he always likes to use a combination of punches.

Shortly after Zhang Weiping fell asleep.

An article titled "Movie Hero, Suspected of Promoting Historical Nihilism" began to circulate on the Internet.

The article analyzes part of the script revealed today.

I think there are big problems with the historical perspective of the movie "Hero".

And called on the "Hero" crew to respond as soon as possible.

We call on relevant departments to strengthen their review.

We cannot allow such a movie to be screened openly and spread its harmful influence on people.

Zhang Weiping fell asleep.

Zhang Yimou didn't sleep, and the investors of the movie "Hero" were even more energetic.

After all, such a huge amount of investment was poured into the movie, and now there are problems and the movie has been messed up. No one would be able to sleep well.

The bosses don’t sleep.

Film publicity and public relations personnel naturally had to work overtime.

This article came into the view of the staff, and when the publicity staff saw it, they broke out in cold sweats.

He quickly printed it out and handed it to Zhang Yimou.

After reading the title alone, Zhang Yimou sat up straight.

How do you understand the idea of ​​“historical nihilism”?
Simply put, it is a denial of established objective history, and in more serious cases, it even involves reactionary ideas.

Such a big hat to put on.

Not to mention Zhang Yimou, even if you call the three most famous domestic directors together, they won’t be able to handle it!
As for Renren, it uses its influence to influence reviews and box office at most.

This "historical nihilism" is a direct and total negation.

If the matter gets out of hand, the Film Bureau might block the release of "Hero" and demand changes to the plot and reshoots.

But 30 million US dollars has already been spent.

What to reshoot?
"This article spread very quickly, which is not normal. Director Zhang, we need to find a solution as soon as possible."

"What do you mean?"

"The article was published in the morning, and it went viral on the Internet in just one day. There must be someone behind it."

Zhang Yimou suddenly felt dizzy: "Call your CEO Zhang right now!"

“I called, but couldn’t get through.”

"Call his home, his assistant, his driver, go quickly!"

Nowadays, most families have landlines.

Before the staff left, Zhang Yimou's phone rang first.

Is an investor.

When the call was connected, the person on the other end was furious: "What's going on? Zhang Weiping has nothing better to do than to smear Tang Wen and Chinese Films? Is he crazy? Where are the others?!"

Zhang Yimou felt dizzy in front of his eyes: What? Has the outside world already determined the nature of this matter?
He took a deep breath and helped Zhang Weiping clean up his mess: "Calm down first, Weiping has an important social event tonight, I'll contact him right away!"

We finally managed to appease one person.

Before Zhang Yimou could sit down and drink some water, the phone rang again:

"Director Zhang! What's going on? What happened to Hero?"

"We are working on it. We are working on it. Give us some time and we will definitely be able to handle it..."

Zhang Yimou helped Zhang Weiping cover up.

But the investors had their own informants within the team and soon learned that Zhang Weiping had lost contact.

The next day, Zhang Weiping woke up.

When I saw a series of missed calls, I thought I was dreaming.

When he came to, his assistant handed him yesterday's article.

When he saw the words "historical nihilism", he couldn't help but shudder, and understood why so many investors called him.

"How big of a grudge is that? Not that serious, right?"

Before he could say anything else, the phone at home, on his cell phone, and on his assistant's cell phone all started ringing one after another.

The investor's sarcastic voice came out from the microphone: "Boss Zhang is so impressive! He punched Zhongying and kicked Han San!"

"What nonsense, I don't have any!"

"It's all over the circle! Either you clarify, or we hold a shareholders' meeting to take back the copyright of "Hero" and operate it ourselves! One day, I'll give you one day!"

The phone hasn't been hung up yet.

The assistant over there didn't know what news he had heard, and hurriedly shouted: "Boss Zhang, this is bad! Another heroic script has appeared on the Internet!"

"What?!" Zhang Weiping's eyes went dark and he almost fell down.

"There are basically no mistakes in the script this time. The first third has been uploaded to the Internet."

"Is it not over yet?" Zhang Weiping shouted miserably.

"Look at what you have done, settle the matter quickly! Or we will settle you!" the investor yelled even louder.

Zhang Weiping was in a trance.

He is still not sure if it was really Tang Wen who made the move?
How could he be so decisive and ruthless at such a young age?

Where did he get the script?

Could it be a coincidence?

I just refused to explain and he came to retaliate?
The script was also revealed.

How much ability does this require?
Or maybe, is it Han Sanping?

It was a hot summer day, but Zhang Weiping shivered and felt cold.

When he arrived at the company, Zhang Yimou was waiting for him in the office.

Seeing him come in, Director Zhang didn't say anything, but pointed at the table tiredly. On the desk, there was a stack of A4 papers, a thick stack of several sheets.

"what is this?"

"I wrote you a clarification letter and an apology letter overnight."

Snapped!
Zhang Weiping dropped the manuscript he had just picked up:
"Just clarify, why apologize!"

"Don't tell me that this is the intention of all investors. Either you do as they say, or they kick you out and take back the operating rights of the film." Zhang Yimou hadn't slept all night, and his voice was full of fatigue.

Zhang Weiping was speechless. He slowly picked up the A4 paper, sat down on the chair and started reading.

2 p.m.

The press conference was held on time.

Zhang Weiping came up and bowed first, then began to clarify:
“We have invited all of you journalist friends here to clarify recent rumors.

First of all, I admire Director Tang Wen very much, admire the achievements of his works, and admire his courage to confront Hollywood head-on...

I was really drunk that night when the reporter interviewed me.

Coupled with my bad mood, this misunderstanding led to it.

Here, I solemnly say sorry!
In addition, there is another rumor that is completely groundless.

That is, I beat Mr. Han Sanye.

It’s simply ridiculous…”

There were a large number of reporters present.

The interview in which he apologized spread quickly.

The whole interview basically has the same meaning.

Zhang Weiping: I was wrong and should have come out to clarify earlier!

It was too late for me to apologize.

Although the incident happened only a few days ago, it is too late.

If I have offended you in any way, I hope Mr. Han and Mr. Tang will forgive me. It was not my fault...

His attitude was good, not sarcastic, and his tone was sincere.

After watching the video, Secretary Lin called Tang Wen: "Mr. Tang, do you think this person is sincere?"

Tang Wen smiled and said, "I'm sure he will continue to work in the film and television industry in the future, right?"

"Haha, Director Tang is so generous." Secretary Lin understood that Tang Wen was going to let Zhang Weiping go.

After the call, Secretary Lin sighed in his heart: Director Tang acted decisively, accurately and ruthlessly.

After achieving the desired result, stop immediately, don't get entangled, and don't leave any room for criticism.

He is truly a first-rate fighter.

a new day.

After negotiations by the "Hero" team, major websites, including Renren.

The script of "Hero" that was circulating on the Internet was deleted.

What they care more about is the article "The Movie Hero, Suspected of Promoting Historical Nihilism."

Also deleted.

The person who wrote the article never spoke again.

In the evening, Zhang Weiping, Zhang Yimou and several investors had a private meeting.

"It seems that China Film Group and Tangwen are really behind us!" Zhang Weiping looked at everyone.

Several investors did not respond.

One of them laughed at him instead: "You are wrong, Mr. Zhang. You were the first to smear the other party and even admitted it in front of the reporters. That's why they took action."

As a result, as soon as the other party makes a move, you fall to your knees.

I can't handle it at all. I'm not even on the same level as them.

"I am innocent, I didn't do it, I am not!"

"Yes, yes, you didn't." The investors looked down on him and he dared to do it but not to take responsibility for it.

After the incident, several investors thought about it for days and nights but still couldn't figure it out.

With Zhang Weiping's two tricks, how dare he discredit Tang Wen online?

Also, China Film Group has already found someone to mediate, so why doesn’t he clarify it?
Although I don’t understand what Zhang Weiping is thinking.

However, several investors who knew his style and character had no doubt that it was not him who discredited Tang Wen.

"No, it really wasn't me!"

Zhang Weiping was almost suffocated to death.

This was indeed a misunderstanding. He just wanted to use Tang Wen to show off and establish his authority in the circle.

The result was not only embarrassing but also losing face.

Tang Wen and China Film Group have not yet made it clear that they will not pursue the matter any further.

I have already apologized, if they still don't stop, then I will, I will, I will...

The only thing we can do is find someone to mediate and hold a banquet to apologize.

After all, "Hero" is a project with an investment of 30 million yuan, and it is hard to say whether it can make a profit now.

If China Film Group and Tangwen continue to cause trouble, the film will suffer heavy losses.

By then, all the money his company has earned in the past few years will have to be lost.

Because of his generous style in daily life, people inside and outside the circle who don’t know the truth think he is a wealthy boss.

In fact, he knows his own worth very well.

Far worse than Tang Wen.

All the companies combined cannot compare to this.

Slander and apology incidents occurred one after another.

People inside and outside the circle are eating spectacles.

"I knew it was him! He was the one who defamed Tang Wen and domestic films!"

"He's also a filmmaker, what's his purpose?"

"I guess he wants to suppress Tang Wen and elevate himself."

"..."

No matter what.

People on the Internet have concluded that Zhang Weiping is not a good person.

"The "Hero" script incident, could it be Director Tang's counterattack?" Li Shuangbing looked at his agent Wang Jinhua, surprise flashing in his eyes.

"What do you think?"

"I don't think so. If it is true, the counterattack is too fast."

"You can guarantee it, right?"

"Uh, I dare not." Li Shuangbing stuck out his tongue and understood what Sister Hua meant.

Apart from being smeared, Tang Wen suffered no substantial losses.

At most it's just a loss of face.

And if Zhang Weiping doesn’t apologize, God knows how much impact "Hero" will have in the future!

Besides, Tang Wen has China Film Group behind him.

Zeng Li finished filming and returned to Beijing. She was also following the development of the situation. After seeing the video of Zhang Weiping's apology and clarification, she prepared to send a text message to Tang Wen.

Currently editing.

Her best friend Hu Jing quietly came up behind her and suddenly said, "Who are you texting? Let me see."

"Ah!" Zeng Li was concentrating on choosing the words for the text message when she was suddenly startled and almost threw her phone away.

"I'm sending it to your dream lover!" Zeng Li said angrily.

Hu Jing looked down and said, "It's true! Invite him to dinner. Quick, invite him to dinner."

Zeng Li also wanted to see Tang Wen. She had only spoken to him on the phone once recently, and would occasionally send him a few text messages: "I'll ask for you."

After a while, the phone rang. Zeng Li read it and shook her head: "She said she didn't have time to eat."

"Oh, he is too busy." Hu Jing sighed.

Zeng Li glanced at her bestie and said, "But he said he would invite us to the premiere of A World Without Thieves."

"Really?" Hu Jing's eyes lit up again.

"You're too easy to please." Zeng Li was dissatisfied. She changed the angle where her bestie couldn't see and quickly sent a new message: "Big directors are just busy. You even said that you'd like me to accompany you for dinner and drinks in the future. I guess you don't need someone to accompany you, right?"

Tang Wen smiled when he saw the news: "We are not short of people."

Zeng Li rolled her eyes secretly.

The second message came again.

"But I don't need them to accompany me, since none of them are called Zeng Li."

hum.

Zeng Li felt like her heart was hit by a deer: He, he, he, what does he mean?
Tang Wen put down his phone, turned around and walked into the kitchen, hugged Dong Xuan's slender waist, buried his head in her hair and took a deep breath:

"It smells so good. What do you want to eat? I'll make it for you."

Dong Xuan hummed a song while stir-frying the three fresh vegetables in the pot. She turned around and looked at his handsome face: "I want to eat? Well, I bought you a set of British college style clothes, try them on."

"Change clothes? Okay, I was asking what you want to eat."

Dong Xuan blushed: "I know, I told you to change into British college style clothes."

Tang Wen understood:...Okay, okay, I’m a newbie, right?

But it's time to eat.

(End of this chapter)