Internet moguls are being held hostage by the entertainment system!

Chapter 198 Zhou Ye from Beijing Film Academy Makes His Debut

A story rich in metaphor reveals Chen Xiu's attitude towards the film and television industry.

He was practically pointing his finger at those directors in the industry who emphasize art but are unable to be accepted or understood by the public and launching a tirade against them.

Although no names were mentioned, the attitude was clear.

Upon hearing this, the deans and professors of various departments at Beijing Film Academy, who were sitting in the first row of the audience, all turned pale.

They organized the so-called outstanding graduate event, originally intending to have Chen Xiu come and give the freshmen a pep talk, and also to let the students see what the most outstanding graduates of Beijing Film Academy in recent years look like.

They felt that even if Chen Xiu succeeded in his business, he was still a person in the entertainment industry, and there should still be some decorum between them.

As a result, things went awry.

Chen Xiu had no intention of doing things their way; instead, she said whatever she wanted.

After discussing his attitude towards the film and television industry, he didn't stop there.

"As per procedure, now that I've shared my attitude towards the film and television industry, I'd like to share my personal views on the future development of the industry, as well as some advice for my juniors."

Chen Xiu put the microphone to her mouth and began the second half of her speech.

"The internet has now been integrated into all walks of life, and the film and television industry is no exception. I have 2000 million followers on Weibo and 800 million followers on Douyin."

"This kind of self-media platform is the best example of celebrities connecting with the Internet! I can interact with fans by sharing my daily life and strengthen the bond between myself and my fans."

"To make a bold prediction, I believe that in the near future, ordinary people will be able to accumulate fans by operating personal accounts and then enter the film and television industry from the influencer circle."

These words caused a stir among the audience.

If you listen carefully, you'll find that these disturbances range from indifference and disdain to sudden realization...

Chen Xiu walked from one side of the stage to the other, taking in everyone's reactions.

A hint of a smile flashed in his eyes as he continued, "The greatest significance of the internet is the exchange of information. When I started my second business, Douyin, I had already chosen the short video and live streaming track."

"This might be hard for everyone to understand, so to give a simple example, my juniors and myself are currently seen by the public mainly through film and television works."

"Douyin's model is short video sharing, which means that even when people don't have acting roles, they can still showcase their acting skills by filming themselves and uploading short videos to Douyin..."

Chen Xiu paused at this point.

Because he saw Chen Yi, the dean of the Film Academy, gesturing to someone in the first row of the audience.

The gesture was simple: the speech was over and there was no need to continue.

Chen Xiu smiled wryly, feeling that he had fully achieved his purpose in coming here.

I believe the Beijing Film Academy will no longer contact him or have him attend any outstanding graduate events.

"Okay, I've already taken up too much of your time, so I'll just say one last thing."

Chen Xiu raised the microphone and gave a piece of advice to the students of Beijing Film Academy in the audience.

"The film and television industry has always been highly competitive. Compared to ordinary people, you all have a significant advantage in terms of appearance and professional skills. If you can gain millions of internet fans before graduation, it will be of great help in getting roles in the future. Thank you."

After speaking, Chen Xiu handed the microphone back to the stunned host and walked down the same route again.

It seems that every successful person will spontaneously say something when giving a speech in public.

This casualness is more like the person expressing dissatisfaction with certain things, and Chen Xiu's speech at Beijing Film Academy today is no exception.

However, his dissatisfaction was mainly directed at the current state of affairs in the film and television industry, where people like to talk about art in a superficial way.

This level of casualness is several levels below that of the other two, and it won't cause any bad consequences.

Even if the entire content of the speech were to be disseminated, it would not harm Chen Xiu herself.

Because people in the film and television industry have no say in the internet industry, and there's a significant difference in their levels.

Especially now that internet capital is entering the film and television industry, Chen Xiucai, representing internet capital, is the boss and doesn't need to worry at all.

The opening ceremony thus came to a close with Chen Xiu's speech.

As everyone gradually left the venue, Yang Mi approached Chen Xiu, saying she needed to take up some of his time to ask him a few questions.

……

"What is it? Speak up!"

Chen Xiu and Yang Mi stood by the path outside the venue, followed by Luo Shikan, Zhang Yunlong, Liu Ruilin and others. A little further away, they could also see students from Beijing Film Academy passing by.

Although this form of chatting wouldn't lead to misunderstandings, he just wanted to end it quickly.

Looking at the man in front of her who had just been on stage, full of energy and speaking eloquently, Yang Mi did not rush to speak.

"The Beijing Film Academy invited you to give a speech, hoping you could inspire the new students. Unexpectedly, you actually criticized those senior figures in the industry in this setting..."

"What senior? Who are you talking about?"

Chen Xiu pretended not to understand and looked at Yang Mi, seemingly unaware of what she was talking about.

Seeing this, Yang Mi, oblivious, said, "If you only talk about art and make movies that the audience can't understand, isn't that just saying..."

"You said that, I didn't!"

A casual remark made Yang Mi instinctively shut her mouth.

Chen Xiu's words on the field did not name names, so even if someone wanted to identify with her, they couldn't use that to launch an attack.

If Yang Mi were to apply this statement to certain individuals, her life would be in serious trouble. Thinking of this, Yang Mi had no choice but to shut her mouth, not daring to continue.

Chen Xiu glanced at her and said, "I should have said earlier that I would only give you 10 minutes, and there are still 7 minutes left."

Hearing this, Yang Mi no longer wanted to care about anything in the film and television industry.

"President Chen, last time on the set of 'Eternal Love,' you told me about the equity distribution of Jiaxing Media, and I also think it's unreasonable..."

"Excuse me again, is it appropriate for you to talk to an outsider like me about Jiaxing?"

"Um, I just wanted to ask for your advice. I think you probably wouldn't care about a small company like Jiaxing."

"OK, then you can continue."

Seeing that Chen Xiu was willing to listen to her continue, Yang Mi breathed a barely perceptible sigh of relief.

“After our last conversation, I had someone reassess the equity distribution, and the final conclusion was that the shares I held were far less than the role I played in Jaywalk.”

“But Zeng Jia told me: ‘The more shares you have, the more responsibility you have to bear!’ I always felt that this sounded a bit strange, but I couldn’t figure out what was strange about it.”

Chen Xiu listened silently to Yang Mi finish speaking, then looked up and gave her a serious look.

"Aren't you just leaving yourself a way out in case the performance-based agreement falls through? The fewer shares you have, the less you'll have to pay out, right?"

"..."

Yang Mi opened her eyelids in surprise, a hint of panic flashing in her eyes, before she forced herself to calm down.

"Hehe, I have indeed considered that."

"Then let me ask you a question: between you and Zeng Jia, who has more assets?"

"Of course it is me!"

"Hmm, you could even figure out that if the performance-based agreement couldn't be fulfilled, the person with more shares would have to pay more. Did Zeng Jia not think of that?"

This question completely stumped Yang Mi.

She is indeed the kind of person who is a bit clever, but lacks a sense of the big picture. Having been in the entertainment industry for many years, she always makes friends with famous people.

This personality trait also makes Yang Mi focus more on herself when thinking about problems, and she tends to overlook the importance of putting herself in others' shoes.

In this situation, no one would normally remind her.

Today, Chen Xiu pointed it out to Yang Mi, which gave her a sense of bewilderment, as if she had just woken up from a dream.

Seeing Yang Mi's reaction, Chen Xiu smiled and said, "Let me ask you another question. Suppose you were Zeng Jia, and you realized that if you failed to fulfill the betting agreement, you would lose everything. What would you do?"

"I will do whatever it takes to accomplish this."

"Alright! So, Dog Egg, what's the price?"

"Dog?"

Yang Mi subconsciously murmured the name, but her mind was already contemplating what price Zeng Jia might have to pay.

She stared wide-eyed at Chen Xiu: "You mean, Zeng Jia will make me..."

“I didn’t say anything; you told me everything.”

After saying that, Chen Xiu glanced at her left wrist.

"Time's up. I hope this chat was helpful. I'm leaving now!"

"Hey, wait a minute."

Yang Mi tried to stop them, wanting them to talk to Chen Xiu a little longer, but Chen Xiu showed no interest in doing so.

When Chen Xiu reached the place where Luo Shikan and the others were, and called to his people to prepare to leave, Yang Mi quickly caught up with them.

Just as Yang Mi was about to say something, an unexpected, unfamiliar voice suddenly came from behind everyone.

"Hello, Senior Chen Xiu. I have some questions I'd like to ask you. Do you have some time?"

"you are?"

Chen Xiu turned her head at the sound and felt that the girl with a high ponytail and pretty face looked familiar, but she couldn't remember her name.

Upon hearing the question, she quickly replied, "My name is Zhou Ye! I'm a freshman from the class of 16. I just listened to your speech..."

"Little sister, could you please come back later..."

Do you have any questions for me?

Yang Mi tried to interrupt Zhou Ye, but Chen Xiu interrupted her instead.

Upon hearing the person in question speak, Zhou Ye gave Yang Mi, the celebrity senior, an apologetic smile, then stared at Chen Xiu with shining eyes.

"Senior, can we talk alone?"

"Okay, let's go over there."

Chen Xiu pointed to the spot where she and Yang Mi had just been chatting and walked over there first.

Zhou Ye nodded to Yang Mi and followed Chen Xiu with light steps.

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(End of this chapter)