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After speaking, Chen Chen turned to Yan Zihao, "Zihao, do you have any initial targets for potential partners?"

Yan Zihao nodded:
"There are several. Several emerging video platforms in China, and two investment companies eyeing the animation industry."

I'll start by approaching them indirectly to understand their tastes and needs. Once we have a sample design and a preliminary budget, I'll then make targeted contact. Don't worry, I'll be careful not to reveal too much before the sample is ready.

When it comes to negotiation, it's practically Yan Zihao's comfort zone.

The confident gleam in his eyes was no less than that of Chen Chen.

"Regarding funding..." Chen Chen pondered for a moment; this was an unavoidable issue.

The studio was just starting out, and funds were already tight.

"You don't have to worry about that."

Yan Zihao interrupted him, a hint of confidence flashing in his eyes.
"I will try to raise some start-up capital to at least guarantee the production of the sample video. Of course, this money won't come for free, and the pressure will come with it. So, we have no way out but to succeed."

These few seemingly casual words carry a heavy responsibility and pressure.

Chen Chen looked at Yan Zihao and nodded solemnly:
"Okay. Thank you for your help with the funding."

He knew Yan Zihao's connections and abilities, so since he had said so, he must have a way.

"Why are you so polite to me?"

Yan Zihao smiled and said, "We are a team."

Are you ready for hardship?

Chen Chen looked at his brothers beside him, his eyes gleaming.

"We've been ready for a long time!" everyone shouted.

Yan Zihao smiled slightly and said, "From the moment we decided to do this, we never thought it would be easy."

After the meeting, Chen Chen didn't keep anyone in suspense and revealed his decision to expand the animation business and produce sample videos.

After a brief silence, the studio was filled with barely suppressed excitement and exhilaration.

For these young people who love anime, being able to bring their own comics to the screen is undoubtedly a huge temptation and a challenge.

"Brother Chen, let's do it!"

"The technical department is on standby!"

"Just let me know if you need any support!"

Looking at the enthusiastic team, Chen Chen felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

He knew that the road ahead was destined to be full of thorns, but with such a group of like-minded partners, he had nothing to fear.

"it is good!"

Chen Chen stood in the center of the studio; his voice wasn't loud, but it clearly reached everyone's ears.

"Starting today, our studio is officially launching the 'Stepping Stone Project'! Our goal—a sample animation of 'My Treasure Girl'! Our timeframe—one month! We're going to create a miracle in this month!"

"Create a miracle!"

"Create a miracle!"

The rousing slogans echoed in the studio, dispelling the fatigue of the late night and igniting a flame in everyone's heart.

A month later, school started.

After the start of the school year, many people here will not have as much time to devote to work.

After all, while work is important, studies are just as important. Everyone seems very motivated.

Chen Yuanyuan was also infected.

Indeed, choosing to come to Jiangcheng with her brother was the right decision.

Just then, her phone rang.

Chen Yuanyuan took out her phone and saw that it was Tian Tian, ​​her best friend from high school, calling.

After the college entrance examination, the two were busy with their own things and it seemed that they hadn't had a proper chat for a while.

She smiled and stuck out her tongue. Not wanting to disturb everyone, she tiptoed to a quiet corner outside the office and pressed the answer button.

"Hey, Sweetie?"

Immediately, Tian Tian's signature lively voice, tinged with a bit of boisterousness, came from the other end of the phone:
"Yuanyuan! My dear lady! Where have you been lately? You haven't replied to my WeChat messages or answered my calls. Have you forgotten about me?!"

Chen Yuanyuan was amused by her, and lowered her voice, with a hint of mystery:

"Oh, I'm so sorry, I've been a bit busy lately. I'm at work."

"Go to work?" Tian Tian's voice suddenly rose eight octaves, filled with disbelief.
"Yuanyuan, are you running a fever? What kind of job are you working? We just finished the college entrance exam, shouldn't we be having a blast?"

In her opinion, the most difficult part of high school is over, and it's time to have some fun before going to college.

After graduation, there will be plenty of time to be a beast of burden.

At that time, even if you don't want to be one, you won't be able to control yourself.

Therefore, she couldn't understand Chen Yuanyuan's willingness to become a slave in advance at all.

Afraid that Tian Tian's signature loud voice would penetrate the receiver and disturb her brother and colleagues who were focused on working in the studio, Chen Yuanyuan quickly covered the receiver with her other hand and lowered her voice into the microphone, both amused and exasperated:
"I'm serious! I'm currently working a summer job in Jiangcheng."

"Jiangcheng?!"

"Tian Tian's voice did indeed lower slightly, but the tone transmitted through the electricity did not weaken; instead, it revealed an even stronger excitement and curiosity."
"Why did you suddenly go to Jiangcheng? When did you go? You didn't even tell me about something so important! That's so unfair of you!"

"I've been here for about half a month now," Chen Yuanyuan confessed honestly, but a slight smile crept onto her lips, her tone carrying a barely perceptible hint of smugness.
"Today is my second day at work! My brother..."

She started to speak, but then felt it was too early to reveal all the grand plans for the studio, so she cleverly changed the subject.
"Anyway, there was a really good training opportunity here, so I came."

"so……"

Tian Tian immediately picked up on the key information in her voice, drawing out her words with a hint of cunning.

"You went to stay with your brother Chen Chen? Is Chen Chen also working a summer job in Jiangcheng now?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Yuanyuan immediately gave a proud "humph," her voice unconsciously rising a few decibels, brimming with pride:
“My brother doesn’t need to do any summer jobs! I work summer jobs at his own studio!”

"Your brother's studio?!" Tian Tian's voice instantly rose eight octaves, her surprise almost bursting through the phone receiver.

"You mean, your brother... he started his own company and became his own boss?!"

Chen Yuanyuan was startled by the sudden high decibels, her hand trembled, and she almost dropped the phone. She quickly covered the receiver again and scolded her:

"My dear lady, keep your voice down! Do you want the whole company to hear? It's not about being a boss, it's just a small studio..."

Though he said this, he couldn't hide the smugness and pride in his tone.

"Brother Chen Chen is so amazing..."

Even though it's just a small studio, it's a remarkable existence in Tian Tian's mind.

She was still feeling relieved that she could finally relax after finishing her college entrance exams, while others had already opened their own studios and become their own bosses. (End of Chapter)