Fooling Huayu for Thirty Years

Chapter 673 Collaborating with Big Brother Long, Ma Xun's Ticketing System! Dilraba was caught by Yang Mi!
"Actually, I had planned to collaborate with Mr. Ma more often when I made the movie 'The Adventures of Li Xianji'."

"This work is actually quite creative, but the market is not yet very receptive to it."

"It is indeed a pity."

"Yes, it's a real pity..."

Ma Xun and his elder brother Long started discussing business, but there were quite a few details involved.

Listen to the movie people are talking about; it's not the previous "The Forbidden Kingdom," but that failed film, "The Adventures of Li Xianji."

There's a lot to learn here. From a business perspective, "The Forbidden Kingdom" is clearly a big deal. People of Ma Xun's and Brother Long's stature are bound to be talking about big business.

However, the eldest brother Long specifically mentioned this book, "The Adventures of Li Xianji," which clearly indicates that he had many intentions.

First of all, it's obviously about mentioning his son.

Ma Xun's attitude had already been made clear: he felt that Long Taizi was not suitable to star in "Bad Genius," and it was probably because of this attitude that Long Taizi made an appearance.

I just hope Ma Xun can give me some face.

But this matter... Ma Xun felt it wasn't a matter of saving face.

So, after several back-and-forths with his elder brother Long, Ma Xun steered the conversation toward bigger business matters.

"Actually, I'm currently more focused on the cinema business than on movies."

Cinema chains?

Big Brother Long also has his own cinema chain, although there are two versions of what constitutes his cinema chain.

One of them was his own investment; it's all his.

Another possibility is that Big Brother Long is essentially a spokesperson, and may also be a shareholder, but Big Brother Long's shareholding will not be too high.

As for which statement is true, Ma Xun didn't really intend to investigate further.

But he knew that the real boss of Yaolai was not Big Brother Long, but the rather famous Qi Jianhong.

The key now is the 'expansion' of cinema chains; the more cinemas you have, the better.

In today's Chinese film market, what cinema chains need to do is grab territory; whoever has more cinemas has the most say.

Big Brother Long naturally and keenly grasped the meaning behind Ma Xun's words: the current success of the cinema chain, aside from anything else, is mainly due to the fact that there is genuine capital to invest in this field.

He had always intended to become a cinema owner, and then someone happened to want to collaborate with him.

That Mr. Qi is indeed a remarkable person; he is quite young, but he is extremely capable.

Now Ma Xun... oh, he's young enough too!
Isn't this great!

"Mr. Ma, you rang the bell in New York before, so you must have plenty of ammunition now."

Listen to this, Brother Long is quite the talker, and he's also very shrewd in business.

He said this partly to imply that Ma Xun is very rich now, and that the foundation for running a cinema chain is having money; on the other hand, it was also a compliment.

At such a young age, Ma Xun already owns two listed companies, both in the United States. Not to mention in the entertainment industry, even in the entire business world, Ma Xun is definitely a figure.

Big Brother Long is a very cheerful person. He always speaks with a smile, and of course, his smile is very friendly.

And now, it feels especially dear.

Ma Xun felt this warmth and responded with a smile, "I really hope to work with you, brother."

This is a direct statement: let's all work together to develop cinemas.

But then, what his elder brother Long said made Ma Xun break out in a cold sweat.

"Oh! That's great! How about this, if we're going to collaborate, I'll simply endorse Mr. Ma's cinema chain for free!"

Endorsement? Free?
No no no!

This is absolutely not possible!

Big Brother Long is an extremely famous industry jinx.

Basically, any brand he endorsed that didn't go bankrupt was incredibly lucky, like this Yaolai Cinema.

Ma Xun remembered it very clearly. It was about ten years ago. Qi Jianhong, who was once very successful, had become a deadbeat, along with his daughter... Oh, I have a solution.

"Brother, I won't compete with Mr. Qi for endorsements. How about this, you should mainly interact with Yaolai, and as for our cooperation... I plan to launch a brand new ticketing system in the near future, which will make it easier for movie fans to buy tickets."

Therefore, our collaboration is definitely a high-tech collaboration.

Wow! This collaboration is fantastic! It sounds incredibly prestigious!
The eldest brother's eyes lit up, and his smile became even more approachable.

He repeatedly agreed and even said that he would contact Qi Jianhong as soon as possible so that they could have a good chat.

Ma Xun had actually planned to develop an online ticketing system a long time ago, as it was a very big business opportunity.

Of course, it's also absolutely high-tech.

Fortunately, he currently has two publicly listed companies in the United States, and the music company he previously owned is now part of Tencent.

In this way, Ma Xun can rely on Tencent's technology and data, which will make things much easier.

What he can do is to contact more cinema chains and get more cinema chains into our system. That is the key to success!
In addition, it is important to understand that this project cannot be done alone.

Ma Xun wasn't unwilling to monopolize the profits; who wouldn't want to make all the money by themselves? But the ticketing system itself didn't allow for such monopolization.

This is an internet industry, and in the internet industry, you should try to connect as much as possible to achieve a high market share in order to make money.

In addition, there are so many cinema chains; they're not stupid, they must have some benefits to join.

So, look at the box office system in the original timeline. It was developed by many companies together. Back when Taobao and Yellow Kangaroo were still in their honeymoon period, right? They were really inseparable.

But later, Huangkangaroo betrayed Taobao, and the reason for the betrayal was... they had to take care of Tencent.

However, in the original timeline, light was one of the important forces.

Now, Ma Xun is confident enough to make the ticketing system in this time and space even more awesome, and to make his light even more awesome!
The conversation with my elder brother, Long, became increasingly congenial, but what about the matter of the Dragon Prince's acting?
Ma Xun said that he had seen enough.

"Brother, I heard that Mr. Qi has a daughter. How about this, I'll give you face, and you can personally talk to Mr. Qi about how the female lead in our movie should have a younger sister."

Huh? What does this mean?
After hearing this, Brother Long smiled as usual, "Okay! Mr. Ma, I completely understand."

It seems that Brother Long has understood Ma Xun's meaning.

If the Dragon Prince wants to act in this play, then forget it.

However, I can give you face, and that face is for Qi Jianhong, the person you're cooperating with.

However, your elder brother Long should give them face, so that they will remember your kindness.

This is certainly a 'gift' from everyone's collaboration.

I, Ma Xun, am sincere in my work, aren't I?

Things have already gone this far, so, the Dragon Prince's charade...

The eldest brother, Long, knew he couldn't ask Ma Xun for any more face, so he let it be.

Ma Xun can be considered a successful evader of the Dragon Prince, and he has also brought in a new partner.

Although we can't have Big Brother Long endorse anything, he is, after all, one of the most influential Chinese actors in the world!
I still gained a lot this time.

But after they finished talking, things changed outside.

"Where are they?"

"We can't just let them sit there and wait for us to talk business, can we?"

"Oh fine."

"I told them to go back first, and as for..."

"I've already reached an agreement."

Ma Xun knew exactly what Chung Chor-hung wanted to say, and Chung Chor-hung knew exactly what Ma Xun wanted to do.

The two men seemed to understand each other perfectly, and the elder brother, Long, left with his son, all smiles. It was a picture of perfect harmony, so wonderful!

But in fact……

"My dear Ma, you seem to be increasingly drawn to younger women, aren't you...?"

"What nonsense are you talking about? A beauty like you who still retains her charm, and I am too..."

"Heh... Forget it now."

Chung Chor-hung started the conversation but then ended it herself, clearly indicating that she understood everything and that she was right.

Ma Xun didn't explain much, just smiled slightly, and reached out to take her hand again.

Unexpectedly, Cherie Chung dodged away.

"Men all like young women, I understand."

To be honest, this woman actually knows her place.

Ma Xun didn't linger any longer, just smiled slightly, and then left Zhong Chuhong's place.

As for what comes next...

Where are you?

"This...is not good."

"What's wrong with that?... Don't say anything more, just go to the Li Ji Tea Restaurant nearby and wait for me."

"okay."

When Ma Xun called Reba, his tone was full of irresistible force.

Dilraba was clearly hesitant, but perhaps her assessment was also related to her earlier mention of 'loneliness'.

Isn’t this just right!

Ma Xun felt he should comfort the person, right?
Ma Xun and Reba were unaware that when Reba went to that tea restaurant, a pair of eyes were watching her.

"Honey, what are you doing?"

"Oh Nope."

Wen Yongshan noticed Yang Mi's unusual behavior, but Yang Mi didn't say anything.

That's all in the past.

Going back to Dilraba, a car pulled up just as she arrived at the tea restaurant.

Upon recognizing Ma Xun inside, he gritted his teeth and got into the car.

……

"Is it because of them?"

"Wha, what?"

"I'm lonely."

"that……"

"That's normal. Why would you need to hide anything from me?"

"No, it's just, it's just..."

"You two just don't know each other yet. Once you do, you'll probably become good friends."

"really?"

"Of course...it was Xiao Mi who bullied you?"

"That's not true..."

"Then what exactly is the reason?"

"I mean... the way she looked at me was really strange."

"Strange? How strange? Is it like me?"

Reba spoke haltingly, and as Ma Xun slowly approached, the pressure made her feel uneasy.

"Don't……"

These words had absolutely no effect on Ma Xun.

Dilraba never imagined that Ma Xun would take her in this car...

……

After the storm, the shock absorbers withstood the test.

After all, this is a luxury car.

"Would you like to stay at my place?"

"J."

At this moment, Reba looked like a wronged little wife, but the flush on her face indicated that the afterglow had not yet faded.

"Why? I feel much more comfortable there. Let me be frank, my mansion is something many people never have the chance to experience in their entire lives."

"Then, I don't want it."

"Are you still afraid of them?"

“It’s not that I’m afraid. You said I should become good friends with them, so I should be with everyone.”

Reba's words were truly from her heart, and it seems that Ma Xun is indeed very good at comforting people.

Since they were filming, Dilraba and Yang Mi stayed in a temporary rented place.

Of course, it was Jiahe that provided the convenience.

Dilraba didn't want to be treated specially, which Ma Xun naturally understood.

I just don't want to make this special...hehe...oh well, I'll just send her back.

It was already late at night.

Although there were no strict requirements such as not returning to the dormitory at night, Reba was still very careful on her way back.

Try not to get discovered.

As Ma Xun's car drove away and got further and further away, Reba felt as if something was missing from her heart.

But he arrived at his dormitory.

I need to get some sleep; I'm exhausted from all this.

To Dilraba's surprise, she pushed open the door, went in, and then turned on the light...

"what?!"

Unexpectedly, Yang Mi was in her room.

"Hehe...you're back so late, where have you been causing trouble?"

That's a pretty powerful statement!
Reba was startled and tried to scream, but her sister covered her mouth.

They also pressed him onto the bed.

Is this mistress trying to show off her abilities?

Dilraba became even more panicked...

(End of this chapter)