After rebirth, I became a great master

Chapter 536 Detour around red lights

Zhou Zhengqi is gone.

To save face, all the station's leaders went out together to have dinner with this tycoon and discuss future cooperation.

I've heard that Zhou's wife has extensive connections in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia.

The top female celebrities in Hong Kong all act like his wife's little followers.

It's over.

The area in front of the Red Star Building has returned to quiet.

"Is this the end?"

Bai Panyang looked radiant.

"Well, that's all." Zhou Haoran nodded. "This person won't bother you anymore."

Bai Panyang felt that all of this was completely beyond her comprehension, and asked in astonishment, "How did you do that?"

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "I've already told you, the so-called richest man in the harbor is nothing but a fart in my eyes."

Bai Panyang's face flushed, and she softly hummed in agreement, "So you're quite capable!"

"I'm capable, don't you know that?"

Zhou Haoran opened his eyes wide.

"I know you're capable, but..." Bai Panyang pursed her lips, smiling sweetly, "I just didn't expect you to be this capable."

Zhou Haoran sighed and said, "It's no use being capable. I once had my eye on a woman, but she ignored me and almost called the police to arrest me."

"That's because you wanted to force yourself on her, okay?" Bai Panyang knew he was talking about her, and immediately became annoyed. "Besides, you already have Suiqing, so you should treat her well and not be fickle. You two are such a perfect match!"

The two went to the cafeteria together.

I'll reserve a seat first.

Soon, Qiao Suiqing and Hu Xiaochen came over for lunch.

Zhou Haoran sat opposite him, leaning on the table, and whispered, "Sister Yang, I have a question for you."

Bai Panyang blinked her big eyes a few times. "What is it?"

Are you still a virgin?

"Don't tell you."

"Say it!"

Zhou Haoran was somewhat displeased.

"Ah."

Bai Panyang blushed slightly, her eyes reproachful.

Zhou Haoran breathed a sigh of relief, "That's good, I can rest assured now."

What are you so relieved about?

Bai Panyang was a little confused.

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "I haven't even managed to do it. If someone else ruins it, wouldn't I lose face?"

"Can't you be more mature?"

Bai Panyang glared at him.

Zhou Haoran replied matter-of-factly, "Isn't this because I care about you?"

"Thank you!" Bai Panyang rolled her eyes at him, thought for a moment, and realized that he had indeed helped her a lot. She changed her tone and said sincerely, "Yes, thank you for everything you've done for me."

"You're welcome." Zhou Haoran waved his hand. "It's all because of the temptation of beauty."

Bai Panyang was almost driven mad by him.

A short while later, Qiao Suiqing and Hu Xiaochen arrived.

Bai Panyang then recounted the scene from earlier, describing how Zhou Haoran acted with great arrogance in front of the wealthy man who was highly regarded by all the station's leaders.

Neither Qiao Suiqing nor Hu Xiaochen were surprised.

This is as it should be.

Hu Xiaochen sighed, "They went to eat, and they'll definitely ask Zhou Zhengqi about this. When they bring it up, the truth will come out."

Zhou Haoran nodded. "Pretty much."

"How to do?"

Hu Xiaochen knew that her master had always wanted to keep a low profile and not be too high-profile.

"It's alright, I guess some people already know."

Zhou Haoran had seen it a long time ago.

Gu Hao, the executive vice president and director of Red Star TV, must have known about Mr. Da's status, so when they got along, he didn't give him any advantage in terms of status and always communicated with him on an equal footing, even with the intention of asking for his advice.

Shan Wendong is quite different.

He always acts like a leader.

After this, things should probably change.

For example, "City Songbook".

There is still a lot of resistance to this project. On the one hand, the cost is too high, and on the other hand, the cooperation with Tangren Media seems to be inconsistent with relevant regulations.

Currently, the separation of production and broadcasting is being promoted in the domestic television industry, but this is only being implemented in the field of TV dramas.

The variety shows on each channel are all self-produced.

If the "City Songbook" program truly adopts a production-broadcast separation model, it will be a pioneering move in the industry, carrying certain risks, and some conservatives will disagree. How can a consensus be reached between reformers and conservatives?

He can only be known as the Master.

This can be considered as making an appearance.

In the afternoon, Zhou Haoran didn't go anywhere and stayed at his workplace.

wait for news.

First to arrive was Zhao Jiajia, the wife of host Hong Yi. She looked excited and exclaimed, "Producer Zhou, you're amazing! I took your note to Director Miao, and he approved it for me!"

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "I didn't make things difficult for you this time, did I?"

"No, no!" Zhao Jiajia was still excited. "Director Miao's attitude was so good. I've never seen him so nice before. He even explained to me that he didn't mean anything by it. It's just that the station's budget is tight, and every penny has to be used sparingly... The way he sounded was like he was apologizing to me."

“Yes, he should apologize.” Zhou Haoran didn’t think an apology would be of any use. “Those who do many evil deeds will surely perish. His time has come.”

"Is it time?"

Zhao Jiajia was stunned for a moment.

"Okay, now that the funding has been approved, then work hard. It's normal to encounter difficulties at work, but if anyone uses their power to harass you again, then tell me."

At this moment, Zhou Haoran was like the embodiment of justice.

As for Miao Yingjie...

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, he should step down.

This scene at noon left many of the station's leaders feeling embarrassed and ashamed.

Who should bear the responsibility?
Zhou Zhengqi is an outsider; you shouldn't mess with him.

Zhou Haoran has a special identity and is not someone to be trifled with.

After much thought, it can only be Miao Yingjie, the "instigator," whose divisive remarks led the station's leaders to make the wrong judgment. Someone has to step forward and take the blame for the absurd scene that unfolded at noon.

Sure enough, two hours later, I received a call from the station director's office.

As soon as we met.

Shan Wendong then expressed his stance, saying very seriously: "Haoran, what happened at noon was a misunderstanding. Several other leaders in the unit and I were also instigated by Miao Yingjie. We just had a meeting and have decided to remove him from his position as deputy director."

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "I saw it a long time ago. It was Miao Yingjie who stirred up trouble and caused that misunderstanding."

Shan Wendong nodded, but he didn't mention the eldest gentleman.

They both knew the truth.

"Haoran, during the meeting just now, we also discussed your new column 'City Songbook' in detail, and the preliminary intention has been approved. You can officially start building your team now. However, there are still some policy unclear points that need to be clarified."

What aspect are you unclear about?

"This is a variety show, and separating production and broadcasting is still not feasible. Even the collaboration between Red Star TV and Tangren Media does not comply with regulations."

Shan Wendong really hopes to keep this column going.

His greatest achievement is simply getting it done.

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "It's all very clear that it complies with both policies and regulations."

"Really?"

Shan Wendong's eyes lit up.

For Zhou Haoran, all of this was too easy. As someone who had worked in the internet industry in his previous life, his specialty was "going around red lights" and circumventing policy restrictions.

"Director, it's like this. The project I planned is actually a grand regional gala, which was inspired by my time working in the arts troupe. Here, I would also like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to work in the arts troupe."

Zhou Haoran expressed a very humble attitude.

Shan Wendong was in a very good mood. "I just found out for the first time that the cultural performance that the art troupe is putting on for private entrepreneurs in the city was organized by you, and you paid for it. I should thank you. You paid out of your own pocket to pay the back wages owed to the staff of the art troupe."

Zhou Haoran then explained, “The ‘City Playlist’ actually consists of two parts. First, we contact local areas to find venues, contact celebrities, organize activities, and put the gala on. Second, we record the gala and broadcast it on television.”

Shan Wendong immediately understood what he meant. "You mean, the first part of the work is done by Tangren Media. The second part, recording the gala, editing and broadcasting it, falls under the scope of the 'City Playlist' program team."

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "Yes, that's exactly what I mean. There's no separation of production and broadcasting involved. All the content related to the TV program is produced by the program team of Red Star TV. Tangren Media is only responsible for contacting the local authorities and organizing this gala."

Shan Wendong said, "The 'City Playlist' is actually just the television broadcasting rights for this gala."

Zhou Haoran nodded. "Yes, 'City Playlist' only handles the TV-related aspects. Tangren Media is responsible for all other businesses, providing funding and operations. Most of the 1 million investment should also be borne by Tangren Media."

"The TV station only needs to pay for the relevant broadcasting rights."

Shan Wendong finally understood the true nature of this program.

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "Yes, that's the underlying logic of the collaboration. However, on the surface, 'City Playlist' is still a heavyweight variety show planned, produced, and broadcast by Red Star TV with an investment of up to 1 million yuan, and each episode features more than a dozen celebrity guests!"

"Okay, this is a good idea!"

Shan Wendong breathed a long sigh of relief.

Now, there was a legitimate reason, and all policy restrictions were lifted.

"Tangren Media, is that a company started by a producer who left her previous job?" Shan Wendong was puzzled. "She worked so hard to build such a big platform and invested so much, how is Tangren Media going to make money?"

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "This might be someone's trade secret. Maybe she wants to express her gratitude to Hongxing TV for nurturing her over the years and is intentionally repaying their kindness."

"Well, it's possible."

Shan Wendong didn't believe this explanation at all, and even thought that Zhou Haoran himself had a very close relationship with Tang Shiyi of Tangren Media.

I have no idea how they plan to make money.

It can't possibly be operating at a loss.

(End of this chapter)