You were asked to write a political intrigue drama, but you wrote "Da Ming 1566".

Zheng Bichang and He Maocai's scheme sparked heated discussions among viewers in the live stream. However, those who idolized foreigners were dismissive, offering sarcastic remarks. "That's it?"

"You call this a conspiracy?" "You guys can really exaggerate this? You're like wild boars who've never eaten fine food. It's hilarious that you can make this sound so amazing."

"There's not a single foreshadowing element, the plan is ridiculously simple, there's absolutely nothing that makes you exclaim 'Wow, awesome!' It's not elegant at all, let alone mind-bending. Why don't you go read some Western conspiracy novels? See how they write intricately plotted conspiracies!"

"Heh, the screenwriters in China are really incompetent. Are they out of talent? They can't even afford to brag about this?"

"You think you can break Xiao Tuo's record with this? No way, you're not worthy. Xiao Tuo's scripts, written with his feet when he first started out, were better than yours, Chen Yu. Who's really praising Chen Yu here?"

These pro-Western remarks naturally drew criticism from many knowledgeable viewers. One viewer stood out with particularly sharp remarks.

"You think a conspiracy has to be intricately linked, with lots of foreshadowing, and that's what makes a great conspiracy? You're a complete novice. Anyone who really knows how to design a conspiracy and set up a scheme understands that the simpler the plan, the higher its success rate."

"They create some kind of intricately linked scheme; if one link goes wrong, the whole plan is ruined." "The simpler the plan, the higher the success rate. Chen Yu's conspiracy is very simple, but it's the hardest to pull off during execution. That's what a professional does. Do you idiots even understand that?"

"Do those things written by Western screenwriters have any sense of rationality or realism whatsoever? You treat them as gospel truth, while you scoff at cases with real practical value. It just goes to show that you people deserve to be used as pawns!"

These words were like a ton of bricks, and a bunch of Western-worshipping girls started mocking her.

"Wow, you're explaining this so clearly and logically. You're amazing. You must be a professional."

"What are you pretending to know? You talk like you're the expert, but you're just an outsider, all talk and no action." "Who are you? What kind of trash do you think you are, commenting on Western screenwriters?" But the next moment, a picture posted by this viewer in the comments section silenced these Western-worshipping girls. The picture showed a luxurious office in a large, single-level apartment with a river view. Judging from the office's decor, it was absolutely extravagant and incredibly valuable.

The fact that the viewer was holding his handwritten online nickname in one hand proved that this was not an online image, but a real photo. He also left a comment in the comment section.

"I'm really not a professional. I can chat and laugh with big shots like mayors and city officials. I own a small company worth several billion and have been through more than a dozen business battles. It's really nothing special."

"Those sycophantic Western dogs who are barking so loudly must all be better than me, right? So why are they still posting pictures of cheap cosmetics and lipsticks on their social media, and even showing off every few hundred yuan they received in a red envelope? Don't they think they're so low-class?"

The viewer then posted the homepages of several of the most vocal Western-worshipping girls, and immediately scoffed. "Based on this description of Chen Yu's conspiracy, I'm convinced he definitely has extensive experience dealing with the system, or at least has been exposed to it through observation and experience; his thinking ability far surpasses that of ordinary people."

"Even if Chen Yu stops being a screenwriter, based on his abilities alone, I would be willing to offer him an annual salary of two million to hire him as the company's GR head."

"That's real ability. Those who understand it are already clapping and shouting 'Awesome!' They should learn it quickly. Only you stupid, Western-worshipping idiots who lack critical thinking skills will criticize and deny it. No wonder, that's the level of your understanding. Even if you see good stuff, it's useless." "This is what they call 'a wild boar can't appreciate fine chaff'!" This viewer's actions were truly outrageous, making the rest of the viewers in the live stream laugh.

Some young women who flaunt their hundred-yuan red envelopes and cheap cosmetics are obsessed with foreign things. They keep saying that the bosses with billions in assets are unprofessional and don't understand politics and intrigue like they do. Now they've been slapped in the face, which is really gratifying for normal viewers.

Meanwhile, the audience was also astonished by the price offered to Chen Yu by the big boss. "Wow, just based on the conspiracy plot that Chen Yu wrote, the big boss can directly offer him a two million annual salary?" "As expected, a genius is amazing no matter where he is. Even without writing scripts, Chen Yu's achievements are probably far beyond the reach of ordinary people."

At this point, the audience remembered something.

"So, how much is Chen Yu worth now?" "I've been so focused on the plot and arguing with these idiots lately that I haven't paid attention to Chen Yu's net worth." At this moment, they glanced at the various data displayed on the "Creator Competition" program and then all gasped in surprise.

.....

In the program's data, in the section for film and television companies' bids, Qin Lan, representing Xiangyu Pictures, had previously offered a bid of 20 million.

And now, the figures displayed on fan donation channels far exceed Qin Lan's asking price. Fifty million!

In the fan donation pool, the total donation amount for "Da Ming Dynasty" has exceeded 50 million yuan, which is dozens of times higher than the highest donation amount in the history of the "Creator Competition" program!

And you should know that this is not the end.

If Chen Yu can really break Xiao Tuo's record with "The Ming Dynasty", the amount of rewards and traffic it brings will probably exceed ordinary people's imagination.

Just by calculating this number, countless viewers couldn't help but gasp. By then, Chen Yu's income from the script of "The Ming Dynasty" alone could easily exceed 100 million! One script, and he'd be a billionaire! And this isn't even the end, because this is just the book income; it doesn't even include the IP fame that "The Ming Dynasty" brings to Chen Yu.

If he develops his business properly, Chen Yu's total net worth could easily reach one billion, and through capital operations, he might even be able to create a listed company!

"A single script, and it's skyrocketed to fame!"

After calculating Chen Yu's current net worth, the audience was astonished, their eyes filled with envy. This was true genius; once he shone, his value skyrocketed. The value of a single script was something most people could never achieve in a lifetime. And Chen Yu was a genius among geniuses.

Looking at China's film and television industry, it seems unprecedented for someone to reach this level of fame with a script that's not even finished yet. Even Xiao Tuo, who set the record for being the youngest to enter the top 50 of the best drama list, didn't have a nearly as high a price tag as Chen Yu now when he first started out! Even on a global scale, screenwriters like this are rare!

Some viewers familiar with the global screenwriting industry noticed a shift in their expressions, a hint of horror flashing in their eyes. They counted on their fingers. Among screenwriters worldwide, those who could earn hundreds of millions from a single work probably numbered no more than ten.

More than half of them are currently renowned top screenwriters! At least at the starting line, Chen Yu is already on the same starting line as these screenwriters.

Even though "The Ming Dynasty" is far from over, there's still room for Chen Yu's value to rise, and his starting point might be even higher! Does this mean that Chen Yu also has the potential to become a world-class screenwriter? Realizing this, many viewers' breathing quickened. Xiao Tuo, also from China, is currently a top-tier screenwriter in Hollywood, which is already the highest achievement a screenwriter from China can attain.

However, there's still a significant gap between him and the world's top screenwriters. If Chen Yu could reach that level, it would be a landmark event in China's film and television industry! At this moment, the executives of the film and television companies behind the scenes also revealed strong apprehension. They certainly didn't believe Chen Yu could rival those world-class screenwriters. To reach the world's top level requires far too many conditions; even Xiao Tuo, who changed his nationality to the US, is still some distance away.

How could Chen Yu possibly achieve that?

But just the thought that Chen Yu had even a sliver of a possibility intensified their desire to blacklist him. Those Western-worshipping girls were now barking wildly, as if they'd heard something hilarious. "World-class screenwriter? Don't make me laugh."

"Just because he's gained some prestige, he actually thinks Chen Yu can stand shoulder to shoulder with those world-class screenwriters? That's hilarious. You guys really know how to dream big."

"The world's number one screenwriter, his net worth of hundreds of millions is probably inflated by at least 90 million. I don't believe Chen Yu's credentials are genuine!" "Let's not talk about whether he can reach the world's top level. Didn't Chen Yu previously boast that he didn't take Xiao Tuo's record seriously? Doesn't Xiao Tuo's achievement qualify him to challenge the Ming Dynasty?"

"How about we break Xiao Tuo's record first? We're still twenty places behind, why aren't we moving? Is it even possible to break this record?"

Before the words were even finished, thanks to the schemes of Zheng Bichang and He Maocai, the Ming Dynasty drama series moved up one place on the list of top dramas, reaching sixty-ninth.

The slap in the face came so suddenly that even those Western-worshipping "fairies" were momentarily speechless. The viewers who supported the Ming Dynasty were also amused. "Go ahead and bark! Why are you all quiet now?"

"I really liked your confidence when you said the Ming Dynasty's ranking wouldn't change. Why aren't you saying that now?" Those Western-worshipping little fairies were furious and embarrassed.

"You've only moved up one spot, look at how arrogant you are, anyone would think you've reached the top!" "What's so great about moving up one spot? If you're so capable, keep climbing!" Just then, the sound of Chen Yu typing on the keyboard continued forward.

After devising this conspiracy, Zheng Bichang went to Gao Hanwen and asked him to go to Chun'an to take charge of the reform and disaster relief work.

Gao Hanwen made no attempt to hide his dislike for Zheng Bichang, even refusing to see him off. After Zheng Bichang left, he ordered his servants to wash every spot where Zheng Bichang had stood and every chair he had sat on, his disgust overflowing.

What Gao Hanwen didn't expect was that no sooner had Zheng Bichang left than Yang Jinshui walked in wearing a black hooded suit.

Upon entering, Yang Jinshui, who had previously stood with Zheng and He, went straight to the point and told Gao Hanwen that the four eunuchs who had been bribed by Shen Yishi and his group had already been flogged, and that Yang Jinshui did not acknowledge the note that Gao Hanwen had been coerced into leaving.

The moment those words were spoken, Gao Hanwen's eyes lit up.

This means that the evidence he had been tricked by Zheng Bichang and others is no longer valid! Yang Jinshui then told Gao Hanwen that Zheng Bichang and He Maocai, in order to muddy the waters, had Shen Yishi go to buy land with the lanterns of the Weaving Bureau hanging up, trying to throw dirty water in the face of the Jiajing Emperor, which was suicidal.

Gao Hanwen set off for Chun'an, determined to take down the lanterns from the Weaving Bureau and tell everyone that the palace hadn't used a single grain of rice to buy supplies.

This statement made Gao Hanwen's eyes shine even brighter, as if he had already seen a turning point in the situation. The audience, outside the script, only then realized what was happening.

Previously, they had always believed that Yang Jinshui was in cahoots with Zheng Bichang and He Maocai, which was correct at the time, but now, the situation has changed.

In the Ming Dynasty, the relationships between characters are constantly changing.

Unlike some movies and TV dramas where friends are friends for life and enemies are enemies for life, this is not the case. As Chen Yu typed in the script: "There are no eternal friends, no eternal enemies, only eternal interests!" [Previously, for Yang Jinshui, ensuring the smooth implementation of the rice-to-mulberry conversion program and increased silk production was in his interest.] [However, after his audience with the emperor, he was warned not to antagonize Hu Zongxian, so he didn't want to get involved. Now, Zheng and He have gone mad, even dragging the Jiajing Emperor's face into it. For Yang Jinshui, protecting Jiajing is the greatest interest, so he decisively changed his stance, becoming completely opposed to Zheng and He.]

Everything is for a more important benefit!

[With enough mutual benefit, friends can become enemies, and enemies can become friends!] These lines of annotation caught the eye, prompting viewers to ponder them deeply and gain much insight. Some astute viewers even brightened their eyes. "So, stances, promises, and character are all unreliable." "In the workplace, to judge whether someone is reliable and whether they can stand by my side, don't look at anything else, just see if we share common interests."

"If there are common interests, then we can strive to win them over; if there are no common interests, then we should find ways to bring them in and create common interests."

"This is the core of workplace factionalism: everything is based on self-interest. I've learned something!"

At this moment, the more countless viewers pondered Chen Yu's few lines of annotation, the more profound their meaning became. Some viewers of higher rank also sighed, their eyes revealing amazement and envy. "Brilliant, truly brilliant." "I've been navigating the workplace for over a decade, working under several leaders, being betrayed and betrayed myself, before finally developing my own method for judging people, which I treasure and wouldn't pass on to anyone." "Now it seems that everything I've learned has been encompassed by Chen Yu's two lines of annotation."

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