Huayu 1995

Chapter 317 What if you're being coerced? (Seeking monthly votes)
Su Chao went around in circles.

From Shanghai to Feicheng, and then back to Beijing.

Open the attribute blind box immediately after receiving it.

Last time I got Director, Musician, and Cinematographer; this time I got Stamina*2, Dialogue*2, and Academic Excellence*2, for a total of six attribute points.

It was definitely a very successful trip.

After returning to the capital, Chen Jiantian also held a celebration banquet for Su Chao.

Winning the Best Newcomer Award, Best Composer Award, and Most Popular Actor Award at the Music Awards, if we don't celebrate, we'll really be disrespecting Shanghai TV.

That is to say, there is no internet right now.

Most people don't even have a mobile phone; the mainstream way of communication is still writing letters.

Otherwise, the news of Su Chao winning the award would have spread throughout the entire internet that very night.

Fortunately, Su Chao had gotten used to life without the internet in this era, and he felt good about having his colleagues celebrate with him.

"Let's sign it, and then we can leave as soon as possible."

Chen Jiantian unscrewed the thermos and took a sip of the strange-tasting tea, which contained dried tangerine peel and goji berries.

He's been enjoying this flavor lately.

"Is it not possible to not sign?"

Su Chao glanced at the contract, then looked at the lawyer sitting in Chen Jiantian's office.

"Hmph, you're going to give me that 'three refusals and three offers' act now?"

Chen Jiantian was amused by the situation.

"Three refusals and three concessions" refers to the process by which an emperor, even if he desired the title or honor, had to go through three refusals and three acceptances when assuming the throne or receiving a reward.

Clearly, Su Chao's takeover of the Red Star Production Company also had a hint of usurpation.

The main purpose of the emperor's three refusals and three concessions was to demonstrate his humility and respect for etiquette, while emphasizing the legitimacy and authority of his position.

Thus, the usurpation was transformed into abdication.

"Look at what you're saying! I didn't even arrange for three hundred axemen, so why would I need to decline three times?"

Su Chao made a joke.

The lawyer we hired had a kind, simple smile on his face.

He actually couldn't figure out what kind of show these two were putting on.

It's common for bosses to give bonuses to employees who are outstanding.

It's not that they don't issue shares, but the number issued is definitely not large, and most of them are subscriptions.

I'll give you the right to subscribe to 3,000 shares; you pay for them.

With the reform and opening up, these foreign enterprise management models have gradually been welcomed and accepted by mainland business operators.

but……

Nima!

Giving the company away to its employees—what does that even mean?

Boss, if you're being coerced, just blink, and I'll call the police for you or act as your legal counsel.

We will not bow down to evil forces.

However, regardless of whether he hinted or explicitly stated it, Chan Kin-tim remained obstinate.

What's even more outrageous is that these two look incredibly harmonious.

The lawyer couldn't help but suspect that the young man might be the boss's illegitimate son, and that a power transition was currently underway.

"Sign it now!"

Chen Jiantian urged, "Sign it quickly, or I'll regret it."

All my hard work, and I just gave it away like that.

Every minute and every second is a struggle.

"Didn't I say before that I wanted to include an additional clause, that I would give you an additional five million within five years?"

Su Chao wasn't concerned about whether there were any traps in the contract.

"Forget it, it's pointless. I have no use for that money. I've already saved enough for my retirement."

Chen Jiantian shook his head directly.

“Brother, you’re not that old. It’s not difficult for you to find a woman and have a child. Even if you pass away early, I will make sure he has enough to eat and wear, for the sake of our friendship.”

Su Chao's words were very sincere.

He knew about Chen Jiantian's family situation: his parents died early, his wife left no children, and he also passed away.

Other distant relatives do not visit each other.

But you're a man in your early forties. As long as you have money, you can find a few new wives and have ten or eight children in no time.

Zhang Jizhong had his fourth child at the age of 73.

"It's meaningless. I've come to terms with it. Now I'm just hoping that the Red Star Production Company can hold on until the day I die."

Chen Jiantian shook his head with a wry smile.

once having seen the best, the rest is not worthwhile looking.

When my wife was alive, I didn't feel anything particularly deep about her; back then, I was out there working hard all day.

He's doing very well.

Later, his wife was diagnosed with a terminal illness. He arranged the best medical care for her, but still didn't have time to take care of her or be with her. When his wife passed away, he wasn't particularly saddened.

He'll get promoted, make a fortune, and his wife will die.

No one can be with anyone until the end.

However, as time went by, those scenes that should have been forgotten became clearer and clearer.

We only realize how important something is after we've lost it.

I always feel so sad that I can't breathe when it's late at night and everyone is quiet.

"Ugh……"

Su Chao sighed and began signing the documents one by one.

While signing, he said:
“I know a friend who’s a foot bath expert. Maybe I can ask him to take you to experience it. It might help you see things from a different perspective.”

"Don't follow those wicked Taoist priests around."

Chen Jiantian clearly knew about the fake Taoist priest; he had dealt with all the people around Su Chao.

“I’m different from him. I’m very innocent, and I have a girlfriend.”

Su Chao chuckled.

"Teacher Lin...she's against marriage, have you confirmed that?"

With his lawyer present, Chan Kin-tim couldn't ask too many questions.

"Know~"

Su Chao paused for a moment, then continued signing. After the last document was signed, the lawyer took it to the notary office for notarization. At that time, Su Chao would have 85% of the shares in Hongxing Production Company, while Chen Jiantian would only have 10%. Su Chao would become the largest shareholder.

5% is scattered among other people.

Su Chao said he knew it wasn't a lie, because Thor had emphasized from the beginning that he wouldn't get married, clearly expressing his aversion to marriage.

At first, she even refused to date.

Su Chao is just too charming.

After signing the papers, the group went to attend the celebration banquet.

Instead of the usual company celebrations, we held our victory banquet at a barbecue restaurant.

We booked the whole place, and everyone ate meat inside.

Staff from Dream Home and Dream Advertising Company were also called over.

There were even some staff members from "Love Will Carry On".

They happened to be having a meeting at Yuanmeng Advertising Company. Upon hearing that it was a celebration for Su Chao, they slammed their fists on the table and decided to shamelessly come over for a free meal.

Although the barbecue restaurant isn't very big, you can always squeeze in a few seats.

Moreover, the weather in mid-March is warm enough that you can set up a table outside with a charcoal stove and it won't be cold.

"Welcome Director Huo to the team!"

Su Chao and Huo Jianqi shook hands.

"Don't play dumb. Don't forget, you tricked me into coming here with a script."

Huo Jianqi wasn't buying it.

Su Chao invited him to be the art director and executive director.

They also said they had prepared a very good script for him, and if he went along with Su Chao, they would direct it for him.

Huo Jianqi hadn't intended to refuse in the first place, and upon hearing the terms, he agreed without hesitation.

These days, shooting commercials is more profitable than shooting movies.

The money he earned from Dream Realization Advertising Company was enough for him to buy a house.

"What's the rush!"

Su Chao laughed and turned around to pat the monk behind him.

The monk grabbed a few tissues to wipe the grease from his mouth, walked straight to Su Chao's car, and pulled out a briefcase.

Su Chao opened it and took out the script for "Postmen in the Mountains".

Of course, this is just a formality.

He had just bought the script from Huo Jianqi's shop for 90,000 yuan.

"That mountain...that man...that dog...what kind of script is this?!"

Huo Jianqi was completely bewildered.

He thought Su Chao was just making empty promises, but he never expected there would actually be a script.

The name is a bit strange.

"The first page is a story outline. You can take a look first. If you're interested, you can film it. If not, I'll find someone else. I'll arrange the script I promised you later."

Su Chao never forces anyone.

Selling songs is the same as showing scripts to others.

At first, Huo Jianqi didn't take the script too seriously. Good things come to those who wait, and it's impossible to just randomly receive a script that's perfect for him to direct.

However, after reading only the first page, he completely forgot about the sizzling, oily roast meat on the table.

As he turned the pages, the aroma of the roasted meat was completely blocked from his sense of smell.

By the time he came to his senses, everyone had finished eating.

(End of this chapter)