Fooling Huayu for Thirty Years

Chapter 624 Running Away! That old fox Wu Yusen! Liu Tao's debts can't be repaid in a short time!

"Boss, you want to ask me about that leaked script..."

"Oh, wasn't this the question you raised?"

"Well, I also want to express my opinion."

"No problem, go ahead."

"So there's no need to worry about the original script, since it wasn't used anyway, right?"

"Oh, I see. Okay, I understand."

"Boss, about this matter..."

"So, are you still planning to sue your online friends?"

"This...this is of course unnecessary."

"Okay, I understand."

"Thank you, boss."

A very strange phone call.

It was obvious that the person on the other end of the phone was that old guy, Wu Yusen.

But what this guy said was really strange. Even Liu Tao, who had been working hard, couldn't help but look up.

Ma Xun's response was actually quite strange, but now that the call was over, he was looking at Liu Tao's extremely curious eyes...

"I...I'm sorry, I shouldn't have asked this question."

After saying that, there's still more to say...

Ma Xun reached into her hair and said, "This matter doesn't need to be kept a secret from you."

"Thank you, Master." Liu Tao was very happy, as she considered this a small promotion in status.

Ma Xun remained noncommittal about her behavior, and simply continued speaking to himself, "What do you think that old bastard Wu Yusen wanted to make that call for?"

"This..." Liu Tao wiped her mouth, unable to figure it out for a moment, but she knew she had to say something, so she just went ahead and said, "Is he trying his best to cover something up?"

Yes, that's exactly what Wu Yusen meant on the surface.

But Ma Xun smiled after hearing this, "You're not a stupid woman, you should be able to figure it out."

Is it because they are not satisfied with Liu Tao's answer?

Liu Tao frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and said, "I still don't quite understand. Doesn't what Wu Yusen said mean that he was the one who leaked the original script?"

Indeed, many people could tell that although Wu Yusen didn't say it explicitly, it was almost as if he had.

Ma Xun nodded. "That's exactly what he meant. He was actually making a confession to me. He's essentially admitted that he was the one who did it. That's why he said that..."

Before he could finish speaking, Liu Tao became even more curious.

"But why?"

"That's a good question," Ma Xun said, playing with her hair a few times before replying, "He wants to admit defeat to me."

It turned out to be the case.

Liu Tao suddenly realized, but this act of admitting defeat... "Did the master agree?"

Ma Xun smiled and said, "I only agreed to part of it."

"What does it mean?"

"It's very simple. Didn't I say that I wouldn't pursue the matter of the leaked original script anymore? And he also said that he wouldn't pursue the matter of the recording."

It's clearly an exchange, but it's hard to say who benefited.

But Ma Xun continued, "I may not pursue the matter, but I can't control what the public will think then."

Oh, that's not wrong either.

After a moment's thought, Liu Tao understood and said with a big smile, "Then the master still wins."

It's already quite good that she could see that.

This isn't just a simple case of Ma Xun gaining a small advantage; he essentially cornered Wu Yusen and his gang. Otherwise, they wouldn't have acted this way.

So, is that the end of the story?
"Not only will I win, but more importantly, I will also let many people on our side see the true colors of some people."

This matter doesn't seem to be too important to talk about.

At least Liu Tao didn't think it was that impressive.

But Ma Xun knew that this was not as simple as it seemed on the surface.

Actually, there are many people like Wu Yusen who eat our food and then vandalize our property.

However, many ordinary people on the mainland are unaware of this.

In fact, before the tea egg incident, very few people around here knew about it.

Actually, that matter was already shared on a certain forum a long time ago, and some people even compiled it.

But before that, very few mainland Chinese people truly understood the true nature of people from that region.

Through these faces, we can actually see their filthy hearts more clearly.

The people on the mainland are too kind.

Ma Xun even felt sorry for them, thinking, "Don't let those guys take advantage of our kindness."

And so... Liu Tao started working again.

……

"Here it comes! The Red Cliff production team has released another statement!"

"They said that the script wasn't the original script."

"Really not?"

"Wu Yusen also said that he doesn't plan to pursue the matter of that recording anymore."

"Huh? What does that mean?"

"Does this mean that the script is actually the original script, and the recording is actually a real recording?"

"What a blunt truth!"

It has to be said that our netizens are amazing; even though two statements have been issued so far.

Regarding the original script and the recording, the message was clear: let's just leave it at that.

However, netizens have a lot of imagination.

Everyone quickly realized that it was all true!

Of course, no one said it was true, but everyone has a brain.

Therefore, it is quite clear how public opinion will develop from here.

"Damn it! I never knew Wu Yusen was this kind of person!"

"Actually, it's not just him; many people over there are like that."

"Deep down, they look down on us mainlanders."

"If you look down on us, then don't you dare try to make money off us!"

"That's right, that's the biggest problem. If Wu Yusen is any real man, he shouldn't be making money in mainland China!"

The online public opinion clearly did not become more friendly towards Wu Yusen because of this statement; on the contrary, it became even more intense towards him.

What can be done about this situation?
Beijing.

"Teacher Wu, why did you make that phone call with Ma Xun?"

“Mr. Jia… sigh~ I never expected that Ma Xun would be so insidious.”

Clearly, Wu Yusen had already told Jia Yueting and the other bosses about the phone call.

However, given the current situation, Wu Yusen is acting like a victim.

She really knows how to act.

However, in terms of the outcome, Wu Yusen was indeed more injured.

But this outcome was predictable.

You spoke with Ma Xun on the phone, and you agreed to let it go.

But that's not enough.

Those netizens won't just let it go; they need to do more. But figuring out exactly what to do is difficult.

Now, Wu Yusen seems to have misjudged Ma Xun and doesn't understand his scheme, and has even become a victim.

His performance...

Zhang Zhao observed this but remained silent.

Jia Yueting, General Manager Li, Qin Hong, and others couldn't say much more right now.

Anyway, that's the end of the matter.

That's how Wu Yusen's image as a victim was established.

After the negotiations ended, Zhang Zhao couldn't hold back any longer.

"Boss, this Wu Yusen is really no good."

"This……"

"Looking at him now, haha... I don't believe this guy is that naive."

"Of course, but Wu Yusen probably has no other choice."

"Boss, he's not out of options, he's looking for a way out. This guy is trying to run away."

"run?"

"Yes, we're working on this 'Red Cliff' project, but it's best if we keep it to ourselves. We can't let this get to Master Han's ears."

"Of course... Oh, I see!"

"That's right, this guy still wants to get some resources from China Film Group. He's scared now!"

Zhang Zhao's analysis thoroughly exposed the true nature of Wu Yusen, that old fox.

Upon hearing this, Jia Yueting immediately sensed something was wrong.

"He won't tell..."

"Probably not. This guy just wants resources, and we might even give him resources."

"Yes, yes, so what do we do?"

"There's no turning back now. The only thing we can do is to suppress the film 'Red Cliff,' or at least lower its rating."

"Well... okay, let's do it this way!"

Jia Yueting understood Zhang Zhao's meaning almost instantly.

Actually, their main motivation this time was to embarrass Ma Xun in front of Han Sanping!
The film "Red Cliff" had an investment of $8000 million, and the main person in charge was actually Ma Xun.

Although Ma Xun has already taken a large portion of the $8000 million, Zhang Zhao estimated it to be at least $4000 million.

Moreover, the box office performance of this film actually had little to do with Ma Xun.

However, if the performance in this play is not good, then Han Sanping will definitely hate Ma Xun.

Because you didn't do your job well!

Now that Wu Yusen is no longer capable, we need to find other people or methods.

Should we directly lower the rating of this show?
"That Douban website is Ma Xun's."

Jia Yueting's statement is valid.

But Zhang Zhao still said, "Even so, we can still operate."

Yes, it works.

Jia Yueting nodded and agreed to do it... However, he then thought of something else.

What is the actual reception of this movie?

Yes, what do netizens think of the movie "Red Cliff"?

Zhang Zhao wasn't lying, but he used a very strange term for "reputation".

“Just ordinary.”

what?
What kind of reputation is this?

But it wasn't good, and hearing this made Jia Yueting even happier.

"Great! Let's do it this way!"

……

It must be said that the current reputation of "Red Cliff" is indeed 'just so-so'.

But this 'ordinary' is not so ordinary after all.

That's what most netizens say.

"The plot is decent, but the fight scenes are much more exciting."

“It’s taking a bit long, but considering the 8000 million investment, 150 minutes is acceptable.”

"I don't think the casting was particularly outstanding."

That's right, that's what everyone says.

That is, there are good points, but also bad points.

All of this together makes it just an ordinary film like "Red Cliff".

However, this kind of movie doesn't seem too bad, does it?

But Jia Yueting and Zhang Zhao could no longer consider these things.

The blockbuster film "Red Cliff" grossed over 100 million yuan in its opening week.

In the second week, the box office also broke through the 200 million mark!

Although the reviews aren't very high, the box office performance is quite good.

Therefore, the ratings had to be manipulated!

Since the third week, the ratings for "Red Cliff" seem to have increased by a lot overnight, with many more 1-star ratings!

"It's terrible! I can't watch it!"

"Xiao Qiao is so cutesy, I can't stand it!"

"This movie is a terrible film!"

These 1-star reviews are mostly brief.

According to Douban's current rules, there doesn't seem to be a problem.

That puts pressure on Ma Xun.

What exactly do you want to do?
Faced with this situation, Liu Tao, who was reluctant to leave Sanya, seemed even more concerned.

"Master, what should we do?"

Ma Xun said with a smile, "Actually, there's a cunning trick hidden in this move."

"What is it?"

"If I change the rules now, it could very likely affect Douban's credibility in movie ratings."

These words truly shocked Liu Tao.

Unexpectedly, the battle outside the movie is even more complex than the one inside.

So, is there no other way for Ma Xun?

"No matter how hard you try, you can't pay off your debts in a short time."

Ma Xun was making fun of Liu Tao.

The man blushed, "I actually, I actually..."

In fact, Liu Tao is already in a state of being consumed by lust.

But it was such a shameful thing for her to say.

Ma Xun simply slapped the woman on the shoulder and said, "I have plenty of tricks up my sleeve!"

This tactic seems to have a double meaning.

Liu Tao, that woman, had such seductive eyes... Sure enough, she was tacky and slutty.

(End of this chapter)