Huayu: When the director changed his major

The two lawsuits with the penguin have entered the litigation process.

The first hearing is expected to take place in a few weeks.

Intellectual property lawsuits like these, especially those involving multiple large companies, typically take several months or even a year and a half to resolve.

The public is now paying close attention to the progress of this matter.

The courts will then be more cautious about this.

A few days ago, the court also conducted pre-trial mediation between the two parties, but the penguin just wouldn't let go.

Clearly, they were deeply dissatisfied with Cheng Xi's audacity in challenging the penguin.

If we don't teach them a lesson, we'll lose both public face and substance.

More similar problems will arise in the future.

As for ZuiBai Games, it's impossible for them to withdraw the lawsuit.

No one will willingly throw away a good hand they've dealt.

That would be foolish enough to hand the rope over to the other party.

But despite their frequent actions, public opinion is also on Zui Bai's side.

However, the entire Drunken White series is under pressure from the pressure exerted by such a behemoth as the penguin.

On the surface, it appears to be just a conflict between Zuibai Games and Tencent Games, but it has gradually spread to the entire entertainment industry.

Penguin has drastically reduced its cooperation with them.

Previously, they could get a lot of gigs from Tencent and also buy the film and television copyrights of their own shows to stream on Tencent Video.

They might even go to Zuibai Chinese website to inquire about the copyright prices of some novels.

However, recently, apart from some projects that are still in progress, collaborations that have not yet been finalized have basically been suspended, not to mention new collaborations, which are even rarer.

Tencent had always wanted to renew Dilraba's contract.

This matter has not been mentioned at all.

Dilraba's exposure was limited to the minimum scope stipulated in her contract.

The meaning is self-evident.

Nowadays, sometimes actors from the Penguin and Drunken White factions can have awkward interactions on set.

Cheng Xi even recently heard that the actors from the "Drunken White" series were inexplicably ostracized on set.

The director would also cause trouble for the actors every now and then.

Indeed, in recent years, the Drunken White faction has taken a bite out of the profits of too many people in the entertainment industry.

Previously, Zui Bai was very powerful and there was nothing that could be done about you. However, he rose to power so quickly that many people didn't even have time to react.

However, because there are many channels for broadcasting TV dramas, including numerous video websites and apps, there has been no phenomenon of them dominating the market.

However, in the film industry, every time Zuibai Entertainment releases a movie, it takes the lion's share of the box office revenue.

This has greatly displeased many companies whose main business is film.

They had long wanted to join forces to target Cheng Xi.

Hua Yi's old friend, needless to say, has always been at odds with Cheng Xi.

Cheng Xi has repeatedly dominated the box office of his films.

Having finally witnessed his setback, they naturally rallied their allies to sabotage him behind his back.

Anyway, with a tall penguin in front of us, no one can find fault with it.

With Tencent now making statements regarding gaming, its subsidiaries are even more eager to get involved.

Despite the fact that "Honor of Kings" has the upper hand in online public opinion.

But this represents more of a superficial aspect and has not yet been reflected in the actual state of capital.

For industry insiders, unless they have a deep partnership with ZuiBai Entertainment, it's not a question of choosing between Tencent and ZuiBai Entertainment.

So when Cheng Xi decided to sue Tencent, people in the industry and Cheng Xi's friends all tried to persuade her to reconcile.

Including the faculty and staff of the film academy.

They were all pessimistic about Cheng Xi's actions this time.

It's just a game; just let Tencent have it, and you can focus on developing your film and television business.

But the more people doubted him, the more determined Cheng Xi was to prove them wrong.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have posted four or five Weibo posts in a single day and made such a big fuss to promote "Honor of Kings".

The point is to earn money while maintaining a positive attitude.

The bigger the commotion, the safer it is for both yourself and the Drunken White game.

Otherwise, if you take a step back now and then take another step back later, wouldn't that be like adding fuel to the fire, with no end in sight?
Moreover, Cheng Xi's grand entertainment strategy will inevitably clash with Tencent.

Why not set an example now and see how the battle unfolds and public opinion develops?

Even if we take a step back and assume that Cheng Xi has the courage to lose everything.

With a large number of copyrights and the copyright of Zuibai Chinese website in hand, Cheng Xi is not afraid of any emergency.

But if I win, I can truly establish myself.

Only those opportunistic people in the entertainment industry would admit that Zuibai Entertainment has truly become a powerful force.

Only then will Tencent and other major capital players truly see themselves as competitors.

Cooperation will be smoother.

This will greatly contribute to the future development of the Drunken White series.

Only with a comprehensive entertainment strategy can we achieve in-depth and sustainable development.

Otherwise, their development will be constrained by major platforms like Tencent for their entire lives.

That's it.

Everyone thought Cheng Xi was just getting arrogant because of his youth, but they had no idea what he was really thinking.

It is precisely by adhering to the instructor's philosophy of "striking once to avoid a hundred blows".

If you want to protect your own interests, you're just eating what others have in their bowls. If you don't dare to fight back, you're just a lamb to the slaughter.

If everyone is watching, then it's like a broken drum being hammered by everyone.

Business competition is about money; it won't be a gentle, amicable affair.

In preparation for potential future battles, Cheng Xi has been working on her identity recently.

When doing business in China, one's identity is always an unavoidable issue.

Cheng Xi's first move was to announce on Weibo that he would establish a charitable foundation in his personal name with an initial capital of 100 million yuan.

【Drunk White:
I have some exciting news to share with you all today.

The "Zui Foundation," a charitable fund established in my personal name, has finally been approved for establishment.

The initial investment of 100 million yuan aims to help disadvantaged groups in youth education and childhood diseases, and to strive for the healthy growth of every child.

Furthermore, leveraging my expertise in the film and television industry, I allocated resources to increase attention and promotion.

I will continue to invest in the future, and a dedicated fund manager will be hired to manage the funds independently. The destination of each fund will be disclosed to ensure fairness, impartiality and transparency.

I also encourage everyone to join me in joining the "Most Foundation" and working together for a better world!

Cheng Xi's Weibo post was published as soon as it was posted.

Below is a string of praise and positive reviews.

Everyone praised Director Cheng for his vision and strategic thinking!

[As expected of Director Cheng, he started with a whopping 100 million!]

Yes, the education system has serious problems and is extremely unfair. I think Teacher Zui Bai handled this matter brilliantly!

[Support Director Cheng! Is there a donation channel? I'd like to do my part!]

Of course, there were also some sarcastic and unsavory people:

[Oh my, you only donated 100 million, while you made so much money from just one movie? You're so stingy!]

[Is 100 million a drop of water for Director Cheng?]

[To the person upstairs, I just think you're hilarious. Nobody's money grows on trees. Why don't you donate ten yuan and let me see?]

[Yes, some celebrities donate a few hundred thousand yuan and it makes headlines, but Director Cheng personally donated a solid 100 million yuan, and he will continue to invest. What more do you want?]

[Please make sure you understand, this is 100 million yuan in an individual's name, not a company's, and it's not for tax evasion; it's a real 100 million yuan!]

[They didn't have to donate, but they did, and the example they set has had a far greater impact than 100 million. Those trolls upstairs, stop exposing your utter lack of intelligence!]

Fortunately, most netizens are reasonable people. They all defended Cheng Xi.

Moreover, not long after Cheng Xi posted on Weibo, many celebrities spontaneously followed suit.

[Dilraba: That's fantastic! I'll also donate ten million in my personal capacity, hoping that every child in the world can grow up healthy!]

[Nazha: Director Cheng, please include me! I'll also join the Zui Foundation and donate five million. May everyone be treated with kindness! (smiley face)]

[Fan Binbin: I support Director Cheng, I'm joining too!]

Jing Tian: I'm joining too!

[Shen Teng: Joining! Cheering for the "Most Fund"!]

【.】

With numerous celebrities expressing their support, and the final card being revealed in "Battle to the Peak," Cheng Xi has once again become the talk of the town today.

The term "most important fund" also topped the trending searches.

With this groundwork laid, coupled with Cheng Xi's previous efforts, he utilized his connections in the entertainment industry, the film association, and academies.

He has also been nominated and recommended by the Federation of Literary and Art Circles to join the Yanjing Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.

We just need to go through the procedures and get it approved by the vote before it can be announced.

Given Cheng Xi's current wealth, influence among young people, and positive image, there shouldn't be any major issues.

The Beijing Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) was naturally very welcoming of Cheng Xi's desire to get closer to the organization.

Not to mention, Cheng Xi is now planning to buy a building, and with so many companies under his control, the taxes he pays will be substantial.

They took this point very seriously.

We definitely can't handle the situation nationwide right now; we'll talk about that later.

Moreover, that would be too high-profile; the current level of the CPPCC is just right for me.

Cheng Xi is leaving for New York tomorrow.

So I spent the whole day at the office today.

Li Wentao and the heads of various companies came to report to Cheng Xi on the recent situation and the detailed work plan for the next six months.

As Cheng Xi listened, he signed the documents that Deng Jie handed him.

After Liu Hongtao, who had just finished reporting his work, left Cheng Xi's office, he...

Cheng Xi couldn't help but pinch her temples.

Upon seeing this, Deng Jie naturally moved to stand behind Cheng Xi:
"Boss, you must be really busy lately. Let me give you a massage."

"It's alright, being on a film set is really tiring."

He still vividly remembers how exhausted he was while filming "Detective Chinatown 1".

They almost skinned Cheng Xi alive.

Cheng Xi still vividly remembers the bloodshot eyes in Fan Binbin's eyes.

Because it was filmed overseas, in an unfamiliar place, and with large sums of money being spent every day, it was impossible not to feel pressured.

Things were alright in Thailand before, at least the prices and the extras were very cheap.

This trip to New York will likely cost five or six times more in daily expenses than in Thailand.

No wonder Xin Yukun calls Cheng Xi every day to ask when she's leaving.

Because this pressure is really hard to bear, I really want to find someone to share the burden.

Moreover, as a director, you have to coordinate everything.

There are many things that the assistant director simply cannot decide.

"By the way, Deng Jie, how's the matter I asked you about last time, regarding the application for a junior college in my hometown, going?"

I can't keep putting this off.

The county head knew I was going abroad last time, and he even called me a few days ago.

Although he didn't say it directly, the implication was that he hoped it could be resolved as soon as possible.

"Well, the application process has been largely completed, but we still need to have someone from higher-ups conduct an on-site inspection. If the on-site survey fails, we may have to take another approach."

Cheng Xi certainly understood what "other paths" meant.

After a moment of silence, he said:
"You can handle this matter. If you really can't, as long as it doesn't violate any major principles, go to Director Yan and I'll put in a good word for you."

"Pay attention to risk management."

"Okay, boss."

Director Yan is a director in the Ministry of Education.

His wife happens to be a professor at the film academy.

Therefore, the two had some contact.

When Cheng Xi once paid a respectful visit to the professor, he also took the opportunity to visit Director Yan.

The two sides met and had a very pleasant conversation.

Their friendship was further strengthened afterward.

Cheng Xi was no fool; of course she knew the importance of connections.

The martial arts world is not just about fighting and killing, where strength speaks volumes, but also about who protects you.

After everything was arranged, when Cheng Xi was about to leave work, she suddenly noticed someone peeking into her office.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Zhou Ye and Tian Xiwei.

"Come in, you two rascals, what are you doing in my office?"

Zhou Ye heard Cheng Xi's relaxed tone.

Of course I know he wasn't angry.

So she casually jumped behind Cheng Xi, wrapped her arms around him, and said sweetly:

"Cheng Xi, I miss you so much! You've become even more handsome!"

"Get to the point, stop flattering me!"

"Cheng Xi, Cheng Xi, are you going to New York tomorrow? Can you take us with you? We want to see Cheng Xiao."

"Look at Cheng Xiao, I can tell you guys just want to go out and have fun. I'll take you now, no classes required! You're almost in your final year of high school, time to get back to normal."

Cheng Xiao has already joined the film crew because Cheng Xi is the main character in "Detective Chinatown 2".

Many shows can't be filmed without him.

In addition, Xin Yukun lacked absolute self-confidence, so he always started with supporting roles.

Moreover, finishing Cheng Xiao's scenes sooner will allow her to return sooner.

After all, I'll be a senior in high school next year.

When Cheng Xiao is around, the three of you always fight each other, and none of you are willing to give in to the others.

Now if you say you miss her, who would believe you!
But to my surprise, Zhou Ye was truly fearless. She said in an exaggerated tone:
"Yeah, it's because we're going to be seniors in high school. If we don't start having fun now, when will we ever get the chance?"

Cheng Xi: “.”

"Braised chicken wings, if you don't eat them now, you'll never have a chance to eat them, right?"

Cheng Xi didn't expect Zhou Ye to play this trick on her.

"Think about it, if you don't let us go now, then when we're in our senior year of high school, you'll be even less likely to let us go, and then you'll have to break your promise to give us the trip to New York."

Tian Xiwei finally interjected at this moment:

"Yes, boss, how could we let you go back on your word, hehe."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Xi immediately fixed his gaze on Tian Xiwei:
"What, you two dare to rebel? You want a spanking, don't you!"

Upon hearing this, Tian Xiwei immediately covered her buttocks and backed away.

Zhou Ye went a step further, bringing her mouth right up to Cheng Xi's ear.

She was genuinely not afraid of Cheng Xi at all.

"Cheng Xi, my dear Cheng Xi, please take us there!"

After saying this, Zhou Ye gave Tian Xiwei a look that reminded them to work together to win over Cheng Xi.

Tian Xiwei was under pressure from Cheng Xi in order to go to New York.

She stepped forward, grabbed Cheng Xi's arm, and shook it, her twin ponytails tickling Cheng Xi.

"Yeah, boss, please take us with you! Please! We've never been abroad before!" (End of Chapter)