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Chapter 146 Waiting for others to attack? Can't you use a sniper? [36 Updates]

Indeed, this was the case. When Aixin Hengsheng heard that Xia Shen had left and started Deep Space Entertainment, his face turned ashen.

This was a blatant slap in the face for him, a direct blow to his ego that showed absolutely no regard for his dignity.

"remarkably brave!"

This was his immediate reaction.

And he was also curious.

Are these young people really fearless? Are they really that brave?

If Xia Shen really joined July and signed with July Records, he really couldn't say anything, because July itself was on the same level as them, belonging to one of the top ten elite groups.

But alas, the other party chose to set up their own business and go it alone.

There are many intriguing points here.

Doesn't he use his brain to think things through? If the business world were really that easy to navigate, then how did the visual effects company fail?
In the face of absolute capital and strength, everything else is in vain! This statement is absolutely true!

Elephants are supposed to crush ants!
Then, just now, some messages came back to him.

This news is hardly good news.

At the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the establishment of Deep Space Entertainment, multiple investors showed their support!

This newly established company has managed to get involved with a large capital firm like Tencent, and even had July show up to support it.

Zhou Tian International actually released a congratulatory message on its official account, congratulating Shanghai Deep Space Entertainment Culture Co., Ltd. on its official opening!
This is like the sky is falling for Aixin Hengsheng.

No way, he's just a songwriter, isn't he just an entertainer?
Moreover, he comes from a humble background and works in the lower-tier market!

Those routes to lower-tier markets are the kind of things he wouldn't even give a second glance to; for a company to even touch them would be considered beneath its dignity.

How the hell did this greenhorn, this nobody who came out of this market, get involved with Zhou Tian International?
Aixin Hengsheng racked his brains but couldn't figure out why.

Although Zhou Tian International only offered its congratulations and there was no evidence to suggest any connection with Xia Shen or Deep Space Entertainment, or even any information about its shareholding, it's really unclear how deep the relationship between the two parties actually is.

But would he dare to gamble?
Obviously, they wouldn't dare, because even with capital, there are differences.

He can crush visual effects culture at will, as easily as squashing an ant.

However, just as easily, someone can crush him like an ant.

Unfortunately, Zhou Tian International, a large industrial giant, is among them.

So now he only has two paths left.

Either accept your fate obediently, bow your head honestly, and pretend nothing happened.

But is this possible?

Putting aside the fact that it doesn't fit his personality, he is the kind of person who holds grudges and seeks revenge.

Secondly, his high-profile acquisition of Visual Effects Culture was already common knowledge in the industry.

Anyone in the industry would easily understand why he suddenly acquired such a small company.

If Xia Shen had openly left, and everyone knew that they hadn't reached an agreement, that the negotiations had broken down, and that he hadn't been able to control the other party, and the other party had started anew, he wouldn't have reacted at all.

What will people in the industry think of him? What will his competitors think of him?

Will Xidie Entertainment have any face left after this?
Especially when Zhang Yuge, whom he had painstakingly promoted, was completely overshadowed by her on the show and couldn't even lift her head!
So the path of pretending nothing happened is already blocked.

Now, he only has the second option.

That means fair competition, and that's the only way forward.

In the market, they have the upper hand over their competitors.

He can't use any other methods; he's taking the legitimate path of competition. Those who are connected to the other party can't say anything about that, right?
"You really think running a company is that easy, huh?" Ai Xin Hengsheng narrowed his eyes, a cold glint flashing within them.

A naive young man can probably never imagine what it truly means to be part of a wealthy family in the entertainment industry.

This means controlling a large amount of resources and controlling market trends.

Next, let's squeeze out each other's living space through the market and win fair and square!

Few people can sense the undercurrents and turbulent events unfolding behind the scenes.

The outside world is now congratulating Xia Shen on establishing his own company.

"Congratulations! Taking this step means that Xia Shen has truly taken a step towards becoming a real big shot, and is now worthy of his status as one of the top 100!"

"Great news!"

"Wow, Tian Min's homepage, the MCN section has changed to Deep Space Entertainment!"

"Congratulations on getting on the right track."

"I hope you won't forget your roots and won't abandon us fans who are happy to listen to you sing Tang songs." However, besides the fans, there was another person who offered their congratulations.

That's Alex.

On behalf of his record label, Special Note Records, he offered his congratulations to Deep Space Entertainment on its opening.

Special Note, founded by Alex, is a world-renowned company that even has Grammy Award-winning singer Angelina Jolie under its umbrella.

I recently heard that Alex is even in contact with Miley, who is also temporarily staying in China. It is very likely that Miley, whose contract with her original company is about to expire, will also join Special Note after her contract officially expires.

The opening of a company is always a good thing.

This has made Xia Shen's mood unusually good lately.

He has received congratulations from various parties, including those he has worked with before and acquaintances.

He also made a point of thanking Zhou Yumeng.

In fact, Zhou Yumeng did not terminate her contract with July Entertainment; she simply invested in Deep Space Entertainment.

This is actually even more commendable, as it clearly conveys the message of support.

In response to Xia Shen's gratitude, Zhou Yumeng replied: "We're like family, why are you saying these things? You can think of it another way: I'm here to get a share of the money, isn't that enough?"
As for my dad's side, we can just go back together for the New Year. My dad is easy to please; we just need to bring two cartons of good cigarettes and two bottles of good liquor.

"Okay." Xia Shen nodded.

He has already discussed the arrangements for the Chinese New Year with Zhou Yumeng.

After all, it's almost December now, and there's not much time left until the New Year of 27.

First of all, we'll spend New Year's Eve at Xia Shen's house, having New Year's Eve dinner and staying there until the second day of the Lunar New Year.

Then, in the third year of junior high school, Xia Shen would go back to his hometown of Chaocheng with Zhou Yumeng to meet his father-in-law.

This New Year is significant for both of them, as it marks their first time meeting each other's parents in many years.

Of course, it was also a formal meeting where both parties switched identities to meet the parents.

The arrangements have been finalized, and we're just waiting for the right time.

For Xia Shen right now, the most important thing is the company.

First of all, the company has just been established, so it definitely needs to expand its workforce.

With most of his personal wealth invested, the company has grown considerably larger than Visual Effects Culture. The original team alone would not be enough.

Then there's the artist department, which also needs to be expanded.

Zhou Yumeng is a shareholder, not an artist. Even if she has works, they will only be jointly released by Deep Space and July. So, the company can only use three artists at most right now.

Xia Shen himself, Chen Bili, and Tian Min.

Three artists are far from enough to support a company.

This is also a big problem.

This is especially true for companies like Deep Space Entertainment, which are focused on both high-quality and low-end products.

Yes, that's right. Xia Shen didn't intend to choose one of the two paths to specialize in.

After all, only children make choices; why can't adults have it all?
Especially considering that Xia Shen has resources and has already found his way in both routes.

That's why Xia Shen specifically wanted to keep Lao Chen here.

One reason is to repay the kindness shown to him.

Another reason is that Old Chen really understands the lower-tier market!
Therefore, Lao Chen remains a member of the company's management team.

In addition to its core departments and main business units, Deep Space Entertainment is divided into two parts and two leading departments.

One is Deep Space Entertainment's own record division, which handles legitimate record business. It is headed by Liao Jun, who serves as the company's president and is the top henchman/employee. Oh no, I mean, the top management position!
The other is the Deep Space Interactive Entertainment Network Media Department, which follows the influencer route on online platforms such as Douyin and Kuaishou. It is considered an MCN department and is fully managed by Lao Chen, who serves as the department manager.

As for Xia Shen himself, he was a hands-off manager. Oh no, he should be called the chairman!

Both departments are newly established and only have three artists, including the chairman himself, so they definitely need to be expanded.

Of course, this is a long-term project. For Xia Shen, who prefers quality over quantity, the fact that he only took two artists out of so many is not because he was worried about the breach of contract fees, but because he was considering the cost-effectiveness. The company will be more stringent in signing and screening artists in the future.

So the first step in establishing the company is to expand its business as quickly as possible.

"Old Liao, go check if Xidie Entertainment has anything new lately."

In the office, Xia Shen spoke directly.

"How are we supposed to investigate them? Do you mean...?" Liao Jun seemed to realize something, looking at Xia Shen with a horrified expression.

Xia Shen smiled and said, "Otherwise? Wait for others to attack us? Can't we snipe? Can't we take the initiative?"

(End of this chapter)