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Chapter 470 Wanda and Evergrande

China Dragon Pictures BJ Headquarters.

The front desk was so full of packages that you couldn't even step out.

The phone rang from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The front desk now operates on a shift system, with three people taking turns answering the phone.

Rob walked into Chen Xun's office carrying a stack of invitations, threw them on the desk, and slumped onto the sofa: "Bro, I'm asking for a raise!"

"My assistant in China has been incredibly busy these past few days, constantly on the phone, either from investment promotion offices in various regions or real estate developers!"

He picked up the top gold-embossed invitation: "This is from Hangzhou. They said they've reserved the best land by West Lake for us, with a ten-year tax exemption and all the approval procedures covered."

"This is from Chengdu. They said that as long as we go there, the subway will be built right up to the entrance of the movie theater."

"This is from Xi'an. They said they'd give us 1,000 acres of land for free, as long as we build a Han and Tang Dynasty themed movie city."

Chen Xun was looking at the preliminary planning map of the Guizhou Film City. He had expected this situation to occur.

"They've all been cancelled!"

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Upon hearing Chen Xun's words, Robert was taken aback.

"The conditions in Xi'an are really good. They give away 1,000 acres of land for free, and there are also policy support. The return on investment will definitely be much faster than in Guizhou."

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He didn't quite understand.

These conditions are much better than in Guizhou!

"Xi'an is already developed enough, it doesn't need our movie city. But if a county in Guizhou doesn't have us, it might still be the same in twenty years. I built the movie city not to recoup my investment as quickly as possible, but to truly change the lives of the local people."

Chen Xun put down his pen, looked up at Robert, and explained earnestly.

The two have worked together for so many years, and Rob respects his ideas, but capitalist thinking cannot be changed overnight.

This is a limitation of capitalist society, not just a problem for Robert personally.

Just then, Jackie Chan called.

Chen Xun answered the phone and heard Jackie Chan's cheerful voice: "I heard you're going to build a movie city in Guizhou. Count me in, I'll invest 2%!"

"We don't need to distribute dividends; all profits will be invested in local poverty alleviation efforts."

"Thank you, Jackie Chan."

Chen Xun said with a smile.

"What you've done is a good thing, of course I'll support you. By the way, I've talked to Sammo Hung and Yuen Biao, and they also want to invest. From now on, all our kung fu movies will be filmed at your movie theater."

In between, many domestic celebrities also called him.

Almost no one expects the cinema to make money; they all want to take advantage of the current upward trend in the film market.

With a larger market, it's easier for everyone to do business.

Of course, there are people who want to get rich together, but Chen Xun usually hangs up after a couple of sentences!

At 2 p.m., the conference room was filled with representatives from the developer.

Today is the bidding meeting for the Guizhou Film City.

Upon seeing Chen Xun walk in, the Wanda representative was the first to stand up: "Director Chen, Wanda is willing to build the entire cinema at cost price, and is also willing to invest another 20 billion yuan to build the surrounding commercial complex. We guarantee that within three years, this place will be transformed into the largest commercial center in Guizhou."

As soon as he finished speaking, the representative from Evergrande immediately stood up: "We at Evergrande are willing to build all the filming locations for free, and we'll build the surrounding residences and hotels. We'll split the profits 50/50 with China Dragon!"

Next up are Country Garden, Sunac, and Poly —

More than a dozen developers took turns offering increasingly attractive terms.

Some said they would build it for free, some said they would pay him to do it, and others said they would give Chen Xun a villa as a gift.

Robert sat beside him, listening with wide eyes.

He secretly tugged at Chen Xun's sleeve: "These conditions are too good to be true. Free construction, even at a loss! We're guaranteed to make a profit!"

Chen Xun remained silent until all the developers had finished speaking before slowly saying, "I appreciate everyone's kindness, but there are a few things I need to clarify with you all first."

"The core area of ​​the film city, including the shooting base, theme park, and film training school, must be owned by China Dragon Film Group for 70 years."

"The surrounding commercial and residential areas can be developed by you. However, construction can only begin after all the essential infrastructure projects, such as schools, hospitals, staff dormitories, and rural roads, are completed."

"All business projects must prioritize hiring local people, and 30% of the shop rent must be allocated to the local poverty alleviation fund to support impoverished students and elderly people living alone."

"If you can accept these conditions, we can continue talking; otherwise, please leave!"

The meeting room fell silent the moment the words were spoken.

The developers looked at each other, their smiles freezing on their faces.

They came to bid because they were interested in the surrounding commercial and residential properties.

Building the movie theater was just a front; the real money was made from selling houses and shops.

Chen Xun's four conditions completely shattered their plans.

The Wanda representative frowned: "Director Chen, these conditions are too harsh. Building public works projects first will take at least three years to break even. How are we supposed to make money then?"

The representative from Hengda stood up: "Director Chen, you're being too idealistic. The purpose of business is to make money; who would do something that doesn't make money?"

Chen Xun was helpless.

In their past lives, these two companies sold off assets as needed, and some even suffered financial ruin due to defaults. Now, they speak with confidence.

He slammed his hand on the table: "I've already invested 50 billion, I don't care about waiting another three years. If you're not willing, there are plenty of others who are."

"That concludes today's meeting. Those who are willing to accept the terms should submit their revised bids tomorrow. Those who are not willing need not come!"

Chen Xun couldn't stand their temper.

He turned and walked out of the conference room.

Robert quickly followed and whispered, "Boss, if you offend them all, who's going to build our movie theater?"

Chen Xun looked relaxed: "There are more people who want to do things than people who want to make money. The representative from China Construction didn't say anything just now, but I think he was quite interested."

Sure enough, the general manager of China Construction came in person early the next morning.

"Director Chen, we accept all your conditions."

The general manager said excitedly, "We at China Construction are a state-owned enterprise. Making money is not our top priority. It is our responsibility to do something for poverty alleviation. We guarantee to build the cinema with the best quality and the fastest speed. In addition, we are willing to donate two Hope Primary Schools and a township hospital."

Chen Xun smiled and extended his hand: "It's a pleasure doing business with you!"

The details of Chen Xun's negotiations with the developer were leaked online, causing an uproar.

The hashtag #ChenXunForbidsDevelopersFromSpeculatingOnHouses# immediately topped the trending searches.

Netizens were in an uproar:

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"Wow! This is real work! Others build movie theaters to speculate on real estate, but Chen Xun built a movie theater to alleviate poverty."

Developer: I want to speculate on real estate. Chen Xun: No, you don't. Build the school first.

"Hilarious! The developer originally wanted to take advantage of the situation, but Chen Xun ended up taking advantage of them instead, and now he even wants to donate money to build a school."

"This is a masterstroke! Those developers who only know how to acquire land and speculate on housing have been thoroughly humiliated!"

Chen Xun: I'm not here to do business, I'm here to help alleviate poverty. Developer: Should I leave then?

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