Entertainment mogul: Starting his business with the internet

Chapter 344 Little Liu Shishi
May 31, Tangren Media Company.

The bright early summer sun shone into the office area as Liu Shishi stepped into the Tangren Film and Television building, which she hadn't visited in a long time.

"Hello, Senior Sister!" "Teacher Liu, you're back!"

When the employees of Tangren Media saw the "Big Sister" (a nickname for a female celebrity), they all stood up, and greetings echoed throughout the office area.

Liu Shishi smiled and nodded in response, then instructed her two assistants, "Lin Xia, Xiao Xiao, help me distribute the gifts I brought back from Europe to everyone."

"Okay," Lin Xia replied, and distributed gifts to everyone with Su Xiaoxiao, the newly appointed personal assistant of the top female host.

Inside the CEO's office, Cai Yinong and Hu Ge were sitting on the sofa discussing matters when they saw the CEO push the door open and enter. Both of them smiled at the same time.

Liu Shishi smiled and waved the gift bag in her hand: "Hello, Sister K, Lao Hu. I brought you some little things from Europe."

She gave Cai Yinong a Gucci Floral fragrance as a gift, and prepared a Gucci wallet for Hu Ge.

"Thanks! I just needed a new wallet." Hu Ge accepted the gift; although it was just a small trinket, it was a token of Liu Shishi's affection.

Cai Yi-nong readily accepted the offer and asked with concern, "Did you have a good time in Europe for the past two weeks?"

Liu Shishi sat down next to Sister K: "It's quite interesting. You can only rely on yourself for everything. It's a unique experience."

"Shishi, you really shone brightly on the variety show 'Divas Hit the Road'!" Hu Ge exclaimed excitedly, gesturing wildly.

"Not to mention the soaring popularity, it has also gained official recognition and diplomatic support, and is considered a model for promoting Chinese and European culture. It makes me really itchy to participate in the next episode and travel abroad."

Hu Ge was eager to try her luck. This trip to Europe was very fruitful for the top female star, as she not only secured a global ambassadorship contract with the famous luxury brand Gucci.

It also facilitated the return of the bronze animal heads from the Old Summer Palace to their homeland, earning unanimous praise from official media. It was truly a win-win situation, bringing both fame and fortune.

Seeing that even Lao Hu, who rarely participates in variety shows, was envious and tempted, Liu Shishi covered her mouth and chuckled, "If you want to go, just go! Director Liao will definitely welcome you!"

Cai Yinong looked pleased and pushed a stack of materials on the coffee table in front of Liu Shishi.

Liu Shishi curiously took the document and looked at it closely. These pages of materials were actually special reports from major official media outlets about her recent trip to Europe.

People's Daily: Liu Shishi's trip to Europe demonstrates her responsibility as a cultural ambassador, promotes mutual learning between Chinese and European civilizations, and the return of the Yuanmingyuan bronze animal heads continues the national memory.

Xinhua News Agency: A new chapter in Sino-French friendship! Liu Shishi's trip to Europe builds a cultural bridge, and the return of the Yuanmingyuan bronze animal heads writes a new chapter in civilization.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the return of these cultural relics is a vivid example of mutual learning among civilizations and people-to-people connectivity. As a public figure, Liu Shishi has promoted transnational cooperation through cultural soft power, providing an innovative model for people-to-people diplomacy in the new era.

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"I'm planning to have the PR department strike while the iron is hot and release a few more press releases to praise you."

Upon hearing Cai Yinong's suggestion, Liu Shishi, who had initially looked proud, quickly waved her hand in refusal:
"Sister K, please don't! I dominated the trending topics for fourteen days in May, that's too high-profile! My husband has been reminding me to be more low-key lately."

Seeing that the eldest sister was adamant, Cai Yi-nong had no choice but to give up.

Liu Shishi continued flipping through the materials in her hands, when she suddenly noticed a script tucked among them, with the words "The Twelve Zodiacs" prominently displayed on the cover. "Is this a movie script?"

Cai Yinong introduced with a smile: "The Twelve Zodiacs is a new movie that Cheng Long is about to shoot, and the content happens to be about the twelve animal heads of the Yuanmingyuan.

He specifically invited you, the ambassador for the return of cultural relics, to play the female lead, hoping to ride on your popularity.

During this period, Tangren's top female star has become incredibly popular, and her commercial value has soared.

The company has received dozens of script offers, and its film salaries start at 500 million yuan, while its per-episode salary for TV series is no less than 20 yuan. It is already one of the few companies in the entire entertainment industry that has firmly established itself as a top-tier celebrity.

Liu Shishi opened the script, and the exciting storyline captivated her.

"The story of 'Chinese Zodiac' is indeed good, and with Jackie Chan starring, the box office should be pretty good." Seeing the lead actress's enthusiasm, Cai Yinong tentatively asked, "Are you interested in taking the role?"

"I can't act, my schedule is just too packed. I have to shoot a Gucci commercial and promotional video in June, join the 'Xuan-Yuan Sword' crew in July, and make a cameo appearance in director Chen Kaige's new film before the end of the year."

"I also have to coordinate with the promotion of 'Goodbye Mr. Loser' at the beginning of next year, my schedule is packed." Liu Shishi shook her head, "More importantly, I need to spend more time with my husband."

"Is Director Chen Kai making a new movie?" Hu Ge couldn't help but interject, a hint of envy flashing in her eyes.

"Yes. I promised Sister Hong when I was in Paris that I would make a cameo appearance." Liu Shishi nodded slightly. She understood Chen Hong's intention, but she couldn't refuse such a kind offer.

Hu Ge clicked her tongue in amazement. Whether it was Cheng Long's action blockbuster or Chen Kaige's art film, these were all highly coveted resources for actors in the entertainment industry. The top actress was now within easy reach.

"Oh, right, I have some good news for you!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Shishi put down the script in her hand and her curious gaze fell on Sister K.

"Jiang Xuerou finally relented and agreed to sell Zhouyi Film and Television to your studio for 3000 million yuan." Cai Yinong's words were tinged with emotion. Zhouyi, which once rivaled Tangren Film and Television in the field of period dramas, has now come to an end.

"Sister K, how did you convince Jiang Xue to agree?" Liu Shishi asked in surprise. "Before I went to Europe, she was still adamant about not agreeing and insisted on a price of 5000 million?"

Cai Yinong shook his head: "I didn't do anything, she figured it out herself. Zhouyi is neither starting any new dramas nor keeping losing employees. The longer it drags on, the more the company will depreciate."

Liu Shishi nodded thoughtfully. The situation was indeed as Cai Yinong had said. The Book of Changes was now like a broken ship, leaking water all the time and getting worse and worse.

However, even a broken ship has some nails; his own studio taking over Zhou Yi's production team and filming web series for TT Video Network is still no problem.

"Sister K, since Jiang Xuerou has already conceded, please help me complete the formalities and sign the contract as soon as possible."

"The financial audit, copyright disputes and other issues have been resolved. We're just waiting for you to come back and sign the contract."

In just a few words from Liu Shishi and Cai Yinong, the giant of period dramas who had created countless classics quietly came to an end.

A moment of silence fell over the office, as if mourning the end of an era. As the three were lost in thought, a crisp knock on the door broke the tranquility.

"Come in!"

After being given permission, a young man entered the office and bowed respectfully to the group: "Hello, General Manager Cai, Senior Brother Hu, Senior Sister Shi!"

Cai Yinong pointed to the person who came and introduced him with a smile: "Shishi, this is the Jiang Jinfu that I mentioned to you before."

Liu Shishi looked up and, upon first meeting him, couldn't help but scrutinize Jiang Jinfu. His features were well-defined, his face sharply angled, and he was undeniably handsome and sunny, perfectly fitting the currently popular image of a rugged young man.

"Jingfu, please have a seat!" Cai Yinong said with a smile, as if he had just remembered something. "Speaking of which, Jingfu and Chairman Song have a special connection."

"Oh?" Liu Shishi blinked her beautiful eyes, full of curiosity, when her husband was mentioned.

"After graduating from the Donghai Drama Academy, Jingfu became a book model for the novel 'Left Ear,' which gradually brought him fame. I discovered him and signed him with Tangren Media."

Liu Shishi looked at the successor chosen by Sister K and her tone softened considerably: "You were a book model for 'Left Ear'?"

“Yes, Senior Sister, I’m a loyal fan of President Song. I’ve read every single one of his books repeatedly.” Jiang Jinfu cleverly replied, subtly bridging the gap between himself and the top female author.

This answer clearly pleased Liu Shishi, whose expression was no longer distant as before.

Of the two male artists from Tangren Media, she was closer to Lin Gengxin. Originally, she had some reservations about Sister K leaving Lin Gengxin and promoting Jiang Jinfu to succeed Lao Hu, but at this moment, that bit of resentment has quietly lessened.

"Speaking of 'The Left Ear,' it's been very popular lately." Cai Yinong cut to the chase at the right moment, "Now many big directors in the industry are eyeing the film and television adaptation rights of this novel and want to make 'The Left Ear' into a movie."

Since Tengda produced "So Young," youth-themed films have remained popular in the market.

These types of films have low investment costs and high returns, making them the best film investment projects. As a result, some capable and well-connected directors have set their sights on "The Left Ear".

Cai Yinong was no exception. He wanted to use his connection with the top female star to obtain the copyright of "The Left Ear" as Tangren's first work to officially enter the big screen.

Liu Shishi nodded gently: "I heard from my husband that even Director Teng Huatao had begged him several times, but he never agreed. After all, 'Left Ear' is his first novel, and he has a different kind of feeling about it."

"Doesn't Mr. Song plan to make 'The Left Ear' into a movie?" Cai Yinong subtly inquired about the information.

Liu Shishi shook her head helplessly: "My husband wanted to film it! It's just that he was very dissatisfied with the female lead that his subordinates recommended."

Cai Yi-nong seemed to understand something, and immediately realized the problem: the female lead couldn't satisfy the richest man.

My gaze couldn't help but linger on the first sister's beautiful face. With willow-leaf eyebrows and almond eyes, she was a classic Eastern beauty. The female lead for "The Left Ear" had to be someone with a pure and gentle appearance.

With Boss Song's aesthetic template right in front of us, it's sure to be right to choose someone based on the top female star.

"Sister K, why are you staring at me like that?" Liu Shishi felt a little uncomfortable under Sister K's intense gaze.

"It's nothing!" Cai Yinong turned his head to the side, completely overturning his original plan to recommend Gulinaza as the female lead.

Gulinaza is beautiful, but her thick eyebrows and big eyes, and her striking beauty, are completely different from Liu Shishi's style and not at all to Mr. Song's liking.

It turns out that the richest man has a particular fondness for the "top lady" type. To win this project, you need to choose a "Little Liu Shishi" to succeed.

After discussing the matter of "The Left Ear," Liu Shishi returned to the main topic and chatted with Jiang Jinfu, gaining some understanding of this successor to the top star.

After the conversation, Cai Yinong asked Jiang Jinfu to leave the office to train in preparation for the start of filming for "Xuan-Yuan Sword".

Liu Shishi continued to look through the materials on the table, chatting casually with Cai Yinong and Hu Ge.

"Shishi, are you familiar with Liu Rong, the president of Southern Cinemas?"

Liu Shishi paused, looked up and said, "I know her, but we're not very close. She's usually based in Guangdong Province, so we don't have much contact. What's wrong, Sister K? Do you have something to discuss with her regarding film scheduling?"

“No!” Cai Yinong said solemnly, “While you were in Europe, Tengda Group announced the implementation of a senior management rotation system. The first pilot projects will be Southern Cinema Line and Tengda Culture, and it will officially start tomorrow, June 1st.”

"So, the person in charge of Tengda Culture later is Liu Rong?"

“Yes!” Cai Yinong said helplessly. She had gone to great lengths to build a good relationship with Zhang Zhao, but who knew that Tengda would implement a president rotation program and have to start all over again.

Although there is a connection with Yi-jie, Tengda Culture and Tangren Film & Television will not be too distant.

However, the extent of support given to Tangren is entirely up to the new president. If Zhang Zhao were still in office, she would be confident that she could secure many good resources.

With a new CEO, unless the top female CEO speaks up herself, no one can guarantee anything.

Liu Shishi smiled knowingly: "How about this, Sister K, when you go to Beiping another day, I'll organize a gathering and invite Liu Rong out for a meal. You can discuss the rest yourself."

"That's great!" With the eldest sister willing to step in and mediate, the worry on Cai Yinong's face immediately disappeared.

The national college entrance examination (Gaokao) began on June 7th.

Many celebrities in the entertainment industry have taken to Weibo to cheer on students, and Liu Shishi is no exception, sending her blessings to the test takers.

Liu Shishi v: Wishing all candidates a soaring success, smooth sailing, and swift success!
P.S.: Peking University's Yan Garden is beautiful in all four seasons. I hope all of you students will become alumni with my husband, Mr. Song.

Attached is a captivating picture, in which Song Ci looks handsome and points to the Boya Pagoda in the distance.

Liu Shishi gently took his arm, gazing at him tenderly.

The two stood quietly by the Weiming Lake, their figures reflected in the water, as if the world had frozen in that moment, creating a breathtakingly beautiful scene.

This photo was taken when Song Ci first entered Peking University and took Liu Shishi on a tour of the campus. It was then posted on the Peking University forum.

On the day of the National College Entrance Examination (Gaokao), Liu Shishi suddenly had a whim and dug out this old photo, then posted it online. It was not only a heartfelt wish for the students taking the exam, but also a warm recollection of her romantic love affair with Song Dynasty poetry.

After this Weibo post was published, netizens left numerous comments:

"Oh my god, they were together since their student days! They were a perfect match, and it's so romantic to imagine them visiting Peking University together."

"Song Ci is as handsome as ever. No wonder Shi Shi looks at him with such love in her eyes. What woman could resist eighteen-year-old Song Ci!"

"The two have such a good relationship, they've been loving for so many years, they're a model couple in the entertainment industry."

The blessing from the top sister to the college entrance examination students is just a small episode in the countless news stories about the college entrance examination across the country, adding a touch of warmth and romance to the tense atmosphere of the examination.

The three-day college entrance examination passed in a flash. On June 10th, which was also the Dragon Boat Festival, the entertainment industry witnessed another sensational event: the 6th Donghai TV Festival Magnolia Awards Ceremony was held on the banks of the Huangpu River in 2011.

Liu Shishi was nominated for Best Actress for her outstanding performance in "Go Lala Go!" and naturally had to attend the awards ceremony.

(End of this chapter)